The Russell Balding Stakes 2026 is a horse race run over 1300m at Randwick racecourse, with $3,000,000 in prize money. The race is scheduled for Saturday, 31 October 2026.

Date
Saturday, 31 October 2026 (Confirmed)
Race time
4:00 pm AEDT
Racecourse
Randwick racecourse
Distance
1300m
Prize money
$3,000,000

Last updated:

Best Bet
1 Jimmysstar
Best Roughie
4 Pericles
*Existing customers only. 2nd Racing bet. Excl SA & WA. T’s & C’s apply. Gamble responsibly.
Think. Is this a bet you really want to place?
Set a deposit limit.
Russell Balding Stakes 2026 Field
Randwick racecourse | 1300m
October 31, 2026
4:00 PM
1. Jimmysstar (16) (NZ)
58.5kg
J: Ethan Brown
T: Ciaron Maher
2. Headley Grange (10)
58.5kg
J: Zac Lloyd
T: Joseph Pride
3. Caballus (1)
58.5kg
J: Tim Clark
T: Bjorn Baker
4. Pericles (2)
58.5kg
J: Dylan Gibbons
T: Bjorn Baker
5. Grafterburners (17)
57.5kg
J: Nash Rawiller
T: Kelly Schweida
6. Ninja (13)
57.5kg
J: Tommy Berry
T: Michael Freedman
7. Coal Crusher (4)
57.5kg
J: Andrew Adkins
T: Joseph Pride
8. Headwall (3)
56.5kg
J: Chad Schofield
T: Matthew Smith
9. Spicy Martini (12)
56.5kg
J: Taylor Marshall
T: Toby Edmonds
10. Jokers Grin (9)
56.5kg
J: Zac Purton
T: Chris Waller
11. Marhoona (8)
56.5kg
J: Ms Rachel King
T: Michael Freedman
12. Yellow Brick (7)
56.5kg
J: Sam Clipperton
T: Tony & Maddysen Sears
13. King Of Roseau (11)
56.5kg
J: Tom Sherry
T: Peter Snowden
14. Wanaruah (14)
56kg
J: Ashley Morgan
T: Brett & Georgie Cavanough
15. Generosity (5)
55.5kg
J: TBC
T: Chris Waller
16e. Chidiac (6)
54.5kg
J: Braith Nock (a)
T: Brett & Georgie Cavanough
17e. Theblade (15)
56kg
J: Tyler Schiller
T: Michael, John & Wayne Hawkes
Think. Is this a bet you really want to place?
Set a deposit limit.
 
Think. Is this a bet you really want to place?
Set a deposit limit.

Russell Balding Stakes Information

The Russell Balding Stakes is a 1300m race held at Randwick racecourse in New South Wales each year.

The Russell Balding Stakes (1300m) boasts a total prize pool of $3,000,000 and is run under set weights + penalty conditions.

The Russell Balding Stakes 2026 will be run on October 31, 2026 at Randwick racecourse.

The field limit is 16 horses with the race introduced to bolster the Golden Eagle raceday which will race on the same day as Derby Day at Flemington.

How do i bet on the Russell Balding Stakes?

The easiest way to bet on the Russell Balding Stakes is with an online betting site or app. We recommend the following bookmakers Neds, swiftbet, Unibet and Ladbrokes. Once you have signed up simply navigate your way to the correct market and click on the odds of the horse you wish to bet on.

When is the Russell Balding Stakes?

The Russell Balding Stakes 2026 will be run on Saturday, October 31 at Randwick racecourse. The scheduled start time for the race is 4:00PM.

Where is the Russell Balding Stakes 2026?

The Russell Balding Stakes 2026 will take place at Randwick racecourse on Saturday, October 31.

How to live stream the 2026 Russell Balding Stakes

Have you backed our Best Bet '1 Jimmysstar' and want to know how you can watch the 2026 Russell Balding Stakes?

The Russell Balding Stakes is scheduled to be run on October 31, 2026 so sign up to any of the compatible online bookmakers below and stream the race for free!

View the table below to work out which online bookmaker will live stream the Russell Balding Stakes.

Bookmaker VIC NSW QLD SA WA TAS NTSign Up
YesNoYes Yes Yes Yes YesLive Steam!
YesNoYes Yes Yes Yes YesLive Steam!
YesNoYes Yes Yes Yes YesLive Steam!
Think. Is this a bet you really want to place?
Set a deposit limit.
 

Russell Balding Stakes Winners

  • 2025: Jimmysstar
  • 2024: Bella Nipotina
  • 2023: Bella Nipotina
  • 2022: Private Eye
  • 2021: Eduardo
  • 2020: Gytrash
  • 2019: Pierata
 
 

Russell Balding Stakes News

    •  
    •  
    • Russell Balding Stakes Field & Odds – 2026

      View the Final Field and Barriers for the 2026 Russell Balding Stakes. The Russell Balding Stakes will be run on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at Randwick racecourse. Time: 4:00pm AEDT Distance: 1300m Class: Group 2 Market 💰: View the Odds for the Russell Balding Stakes Russell Balding Stakes Field No… Read More »

       
    • Ryan not underestimating mastermind of Moody

      Gerald Ryan knows better than to underestimate the genius of rival trainer Peter Moody, despite the unconventional preparation Black Caviar’s former conditioner has given Golden Eagle favourite Sheza Alibi. The latter is a solid $1.80 favourite for Saturday’s $10 million feature after drawing ideally in barrier six, but there remains… Read More »

       
    •  
 
 
Think. Is this a bet you really want to place?
For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au