The Metropolitan 2021 Tips & Betting Advice

The Metropolitan is one of Sydney's main staying races staged during the spring.

The staying contest draws some of Sydney's best racehorses, but the majority of the top-tier gallopers are gearing up towards the Melbourne Cup Carnival in Victoria.

The race is a hotly contested one that draws plenty of attention from punters. Bets.com.au provides with The Metropolitan Handicap betting tips and previews.

The Metropolitan Information

DateSat 02 Oct, 2021
Race Time05:00
RacecourseRandwick
Race Distance2400 metres
Conditions3yo&up Handicap
StatusGroup 1
Prize Money$750,000

The Metropolitan Tips & Guide to the Race

The Metropolitan 2021 Betting Odds
The Metropolitan Betting Tips
Bookmaker Promotions
Field
Barrier Draw
2021 Form Guide
Live Stream
The Metropolitan Day Schedule
History
Results
2020 Result

The Metropolitan 2021 Betting Odds

There are currently no available odds for the 2021 Metropolitan.

The Metropolitan Betting Tips

Our experts will provide their free The Metropolitan tips and betting preview in the lead up to the Spring Carnival Group 1.

Our early preview and The Metropolitan best bets will be available in advance of the race as our tipsters pick out the best value from the futures markets. Check in the weeks and days leading into the race for our comprehensive guide to the race.

The Metropolitan Bookmaker Promotions

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The Metropolitan 2021 Field

The field for the event will be released closer to the date.

The Metropolitan Barrier Draw

The full barrier draw will be released closer to the date.

The Metropolitan 2021 Form Guide

The Metro hasn't been a favourites race in recent years.

Only two favourites have won race in the last ten years, leading to many high priced winners.

Staying races in Australia are more-wide open than anywhere in the world and The Metropolitan is no different.

The Metropolitan Live Stream

Want to watch a live stream of The Metropolitan? 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 Metropolitan.

The Metropolitan Day Schedule

The Metropolitan Day schedule is below. These are subject to change.

Race 1: Grimcrack Stakes

Race 2: Arrowfield Breeders' Plate

Race 3: Dulcify Stakes

Race 4: Yulong Australia Hill Stakes

Race 5: Premiere Stakes

Race 6: Darley Flight Stakes

Race 7: Epsom Handicap

Race 8: Metropolitan Handicap

Race 9: Snitzel Sprint

The Metropolitan History

The Metropolitan was first run in 1863 and has remained as one of Australia’s biggest staying races, despite not having the cachet of the Sydney and Melbourne Cups.

The first winner was Regno in 1863 and since then some of Australia’s best horses have taken out the race, including Ming Dynasty, Redcraze and Beau Vite.

The quality of winners has taken a dip in recent history. This is due to many connections deciding on a different path to the Caulfield and Melbourne Cup. No runner has ever completed the treble.

However, 2005 winner Railings and 2006 winner Tawqeet completed The Metropolitan/Caulfield Cup double.

The Metropolitan Results

Year	Winner
2020	Mirage Dancer
2019	Come Play With Me
2018	Patrick Erin
2017	Foundary
2016	Sir John Hawkwood
2015	Magic Hurricane
2014	Opinion
2013	Seville
2012	Glencadam Gold
2011	The Verminator
2010	Hurculian Prince
2009	Speed Gifted
2008	Newport
2007	Race Not Run
2006	Tawqeet
2005	Railings
2004	Country Tyrone
2003	Bedouin
2002	Victory Smile
2001	Dress Circle
2000	Coco Cabanna

The Metropolitan 2020 Result

1st - Mirage Dancer

2nd - Mugatoo

3rd - Angel of Truth

mirage dancer Metrop — Mirage Dancer took out the 2020 Metropolitan (Getty)

The Metropolitan Social News

To get all the Metropolitan social news your best bet is the visit the Randwick social media channels.

Randwick Twitter account can be found at @RoyalRandwick while their Facebook page is at Royal Randwick.

The Metropolitan FAQ

How to bet on the 2021 Metropolitan?

To place a bet on the Metropolitan you'll need to be signed up with an online bookmaker.

Bookies provide betting markets on the Metropolitan well in advance of the race date including best tote and fixed odds markets in the week leading up to the event.

Who to bet on in the 2021 Metropolitan?

The Metropolitan is a 2400m race that holds a ballot exemption for the Queen Elizabeth Stakes, which is ran during the Sydney autumn.

For a complete guide on who you should bet on in the Metropolitan visit Bets.com.au in the lead up to the event.

Best way to bet on the Metropolitan?

Is there a better way to punt than from the comfort of your own home?

Avoid the queues down at your local pub or club and sign up with an online bookmaker, who allow you to deposit and wager within minutes of signing up from anywhere you desire.

How to live stream the Metropolitan?

Punters wanting to live stream the Metropolitan can gain all the information you will need from our live streaming hub.

When is the 2021 Metropolitan?

The 2021 Metropolitan runs on Saturday October 2, 2021.

The race was previously held on the Labour Day holiday in New South Wales but was moved to the Saturday back in 2004.

How long is the Metropolitan?

The Metropolitan is a 2400m event, held every year at Randwick racecourse.

The race is 400m longer than the event that the winner gains a ballot exempt entry into, the Queen Elizabeth Stakes.

Where is the 2021 Metropolitan?

The Metropolitan is ran at Royal Randwick, located in Sydney Australia.

The racecourse is home to Sydney's famous Championships, which is a two day festival held in the autumn.

What time is the 2021 Metropolitan?

There has been no official announcement about the starting time for the 2021 Metropolitan but an educated guess would have the event starting at 4pm AEDT.

Who won the 2020 Metropolitan?

Mirage Dancer took out the 2020 Metropolitan.

What is the prize money for the Metropolitan?

The Metropolitan has a prize pool of $750,000.

The winner also gains a ballot exempt entry into the Queen Elizabeth Stakes, which is held at the same venue close to six months after the Metropolitan.

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