Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes 2026 Tips, Odds & Betting Advice
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The Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes is a Group 1 race held at Caulfield during the Melbourne Spring Carnival.
Officially named the Invitation Stakes, it was renamed the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes in 2005 in honour of the former chairman of the Victorian Amateur Turf Club after his death.
The Group 1 race is held in September over 1400m, offering $1 million in prize money.
Bets.com.au provides with Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes betting tips and previews and a complete guide to the Group 1.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Information
- DateSat 19 Sep, 2026
- Race Time04:50
- RacecourseCaulfield
- Race Distance1400 metres
- ConditionsOpen Handicap
- StatusGroup 1
- Prize Money$1,000,000
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Betting Odds
The latest odds for the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes will be available closer to the start date.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Betting Tips
Our experts will provide their free Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes tips and betting preview in the lead up to the Spring Carnival Group 1.
Our early preview and Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes best bets will be available in advance of the race as our tipsters pick out the best value from the futures markets.
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Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes bookmaker offers come thick and fast given it is a key Caulfield race during the Melbourne Spring Carnival.
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Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Form Guide
The Sir Rupert Clarke form guide has been easy in recent years given favourites have made a habit of taking out this event.
In the last six years four favourites have registered wins in the race, and Victorian champion jockey Craig Williams has made this race his own.
The man they call "Willo" has recorded six wins in the last decade in the Sir Rupert Clarke, which means backing Williams is a solid investment in this Group 1.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Betting Insights, Stats & Trends
- Back 4YO males or proven mares like Kimochi/Sierra Sue.
- Focus on horses with strong lead-up - top‑4 in Bobbie Lewis, Memsie Stakes, or similar.
- Barrier isn’t critical - wide draws don’t hurt.
- Include value plays - $10+ runners have significant potential. Notable surprise winners include Kimochi ($26, 2024), Santa Ana Lane ($21 in 2017), Jungle Cat ($11 in 2018), Sierra Sue ($12, 2021), Callsign Mav ($16, 2022)
- Prioritise horses with light weight and proven form in handicap conditions.
- Track Craig Williams rides - he's been pivotal in recent winners over this decade, including Kimochi (2024), Magic Time (2023) and Behemoth (2020).
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Sir Rupert Clarke History
The Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes is a favourite event of the punters heading into the spring.
First won in 1951 by Jovial Lad, the event was named the Invitation Stakes before eight separate name changes that led us to the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes in 2015.
Gaining Group 1 status in 1979, the race's honour roll isn't as star-studded as other events but Encosta De Lago, Testa Rosa and Rebel Dane are among the winners of the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Previous Winners
| Winner | Year |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Sepals |
| 2024 | Kimochi |
| 2023 | Magic Time |
| 2022 | Callsign Mav |
| 2021 | Sierra Sue |
| 2020 | Behemoth |
| 2019 | |
| 2018 | Jungle Cat |
| 2017 | |
| 2016 | Bon Aurum |
| 2015 | Stratum Star |
| 2014 | |
| 2013 | Rebel Dane |
| 2012 | |
| 2011 | Toorak Toff |
| 2010 | Response |
| 2009 | Turffontein |
| 2008 | |
| 2007 | Bon Hoffa |
| 2006 | Rewaaya |
| 2005 | |
| 2004 | Regal Roller |
| 2003 | |
| 2002 | Pernod |
| 2001 | Mr Murphy |
| 2000 | Testa Rosa |
| 2000 | Testa Rosa |
Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes FAQs
How long is the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes?
This contest is run over 1400m at Caulfield Racecourse in Melbourne, Australia.
What’s the prize money for the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes?
$1M is the total prize pool for the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.
Who won the 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes?
Sepals won the 2025 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.
