Golden Slipper 2026 Tips & Betting Advice

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The Golden Slipper is Australia's top juvenile race and one of the world's best two-year-old events.

Worth $5 million, the Golden Slipper has seen some of the greatest two-year-olds in racing history take out the event en route to either a stud stint or a long career on the thoroughbred scene.

Golden Slipper Information


  • DateSat 21 Mar, 2026
  • Race Time05:30
  • RacecourseRosehill
  • Race Distance1200 metres
  • Conditions2yo - Set Weights
  • StatusGroup 1
  • Prize Money$5,000,000

Golden Slipper 2027 Betting Odds


Betting odds haven't been released for the 2027 Golden Slipper.

Golden Slipper Betting Tips


Our experts will provide their free Golden Slipper tips and betting preview in the lead up to the Group 1.

Our early tips and Golden Slipper preview will be available in advance of the race as our tipsters pick out the best value from the futures markets and the final field.


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Golden Slipper 2026 Barrier Draw & Final Field


No.HorseTrainerJockeyBarrierWeight
1FireballChris WallerJames McDonald756.5kg
2Closer To FreeDanny O'BrienJamie Melham1756.5kg
3Guest HouseMick Price & Michael Kent (Jnr)Zac Lloyd1056.5kg
4WarwovenBjorn BakerRachel King1456.5kg
5ParadoxiumBjorn BakerJason Collett1856.5kg
6Stretan RulerPhillip StokesChad Schofield1356.5kg
7ZambalesAnthony & Sam FreedmanNash Rawiller656.5kg
8Music TimeGratz VellaPierre Boudvillain856.5kg
9Campione D’ItaliaChris WallerDamian Lane456.5kg
10HidrixChris WallerKerrin McEvoy156.5kg
11IncognitoMichael FreedmanTommy Berry1656.5kg
12StreisandClinton McDonaldBen Melham1154.5kg
13Spicy MissCiaron MaherCraig Newitt554.5kg
14ChayanAnnabel & Rob ArchibaldCraig Williams1254.5kg
15ShikiGai Waterhouse & Adrian BottRegan Bayliss954.5kg
16PembreyTony GollanTBA1954.5kg
17eAgrarian GirlGai Waterhouse & Adrian BottTim Clark2054.5kg
18eMedicinalBen, Will & JD HayesTBA1554.5kg
19eGin TwistBen, Will & JD HayesTBA254.5kg
20eScreen IconJohn ThompsonTBA354.5kg

Golden Slipper Form Guide


Following the key two-year-old races leading into the Golden Slipper is your best bet in terms of a form guide.

The Blue Diamond Stakes, which is run in Melbourne a month prior to the Golden Slipper, is a great indicator heading into the race given it is raced under the same conditions. 

The Silver Slipper is also a key race to follow as the winner gains a ballot exempt entry nito the race.

Golden Slipper Live Stream


Want to watch a live stream of the Golden Slipper? 

A number of bookmakers stream Australian horse racing live online and you can watch on your PC, Tablet or Smartphone. Check out our live streaming section to find where you watch the Golden Slipper.

Dabble and Ladbrokes offer live streaming off all Australian and New Zealand racing and you can watch the action online.

Golden Slipper History


The Golden Slipper is the premier juvenile race in Australia.

Worth $3.5 million, the race is only open to two-year-olds and is one of the great juvenile races the world has to offer.

From 2009 to 2014 the race was held on the first Saturday in April. In 2008 it was held in mid-April - four weeks after Easter in March. Prior to 2008, the race was held on the Saturday before Good Friday in conjunction with a series of races known as the Golden Slipper Carnival.

The first Golden Slipper Stakes took place in 1957 and was won by Todman by Star Kingdom who also sired the next four winners of the Golden Slipper. Star Kingdom bloodlines can still be found in the breeding of many of today's winners.

Golden Slipper Past Winners


Year
Winner
2026Guest House
2025Marhoona
2024Lady Of Camelot
2023Shinzo
2022Fireburn
2021Stay Inside
2020Farnan
2019Kiamichi
2018Estijaab
2017She Will Reign
2016Capitalist
2015Vancouver
2014Mossfun
2013Overreach
2012Pierro
2011Sepoy
2010Crystal Lily
2009Phelan Ready
2008Sebring
2007Forensics
2006Miss Finland
2005Stratum
2004Dance Hero
2003Polar Success
2002Calaway Girl
2001Ha Ha

Golden Slipper 2026 - Replay & Result


1st - Guest House.
2nd - Streisand.
3rd - Music Time.

Golden Slipper Social News


Punters looking to get the latest Coolmore Classic social news should visit the Australian Turf Club's social media accounts, which can be found at @aus_turf_club and Rosehill Gardens on Facebook.

Golden Slipper FAQs

How can I bet on the Golden Slipper?

To place a bet on the Golden Slipper you'll need to be signed up with an online bookmaker. Corporate bookies provide betting markets on the Golden Slipper well in advance of the race date and provide best tote and fixed odds markets in the week leading into the race.

Who should I bet on in the Golden Slipper?

Following the notable two-year-old races leading into the Golden Slipper is your best bet of finding a winner. The Blue Diamond Stakes and the Silver Slipper Stakes are two events that keen punters observe heading into the Golden Slipper.

What is the best way to bet on the Golden Slipper?

Is there a better way to bet than from the comfort of your own home? All you need to do these days is have a smartphone or laptop and you can sign up to an online bookmaker to place wagers from your couch.

How can I live stream the Golden Slipper?

Punters wanting to live stream the Golden Slipper can get all the information from our live streaming hub.

What is the distance of the Golden Slipper?

The Golden Slipper is a sprint event ran over the 1200m distance.

Where is the Golden Slipper held?

The Golden Slipper is held at Rosehill Gardens, which is located in Sydney, Australia.

What is the prize money for the Golden Slipper?

The Golden Slipper is worth $5 million.

             
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