TJ Smith Stakes 2025 Tips & Betting Advice
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One of Australia's best sprint races, the TJ Smith Stakes is a short course race steeped in Sydney history.
Worth $3 million, the TJ Smith is one of the most highly sought after prizes on the autumn racing calendar.
TJ Smith Stakes Information
- DateSat 04 Apr, 2026
- Race Time05:35
- RacecourseRandwick
- Race Distance1200 metres
- ConditionsWeight-for-age
- StatusGroup 1
- Prize Money$3,000,000
TJ Smith Stakes 2025 Betting Odds
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TJ Smith Stakes Betting Tips
Our experts will provide their free TJ Smith Stakes tips and betting preview in the lead up to the Autumn Carnival Group 1.
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TJ Smith Stakes Bookmakers & Promotions
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TJ Smith Stakes Field & Barrier Draw
The full TJ Smith Stakes field and barrier draw is released three days out from the race and we have all the details available above as soon as they are revealed.
TJ Smith Stakes Form Guide
There are two key races that lead into the TJ Smith Stakes.
The Galaxy is a Group One 1100m race is run on Golden Slipper day, giving the exempt winner the ideal two week break into the TJ Smith.
The Challenge Stakes, run over the five furlongs on Royal Randwick Guineas Day this Group Two weight for age event is a lead-up event for Sydney sprinters who have aspirations of contesting the TJ Smith on Day One of The Championships.
TJ Smith Stakes Live Stream
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TJ Smith Stakes History
The TJ Smith Stakes isn't the oldest horse race as run as part of the Championships, but the sprint race has already made a strong impression on the racing scene.
First run and won in 1997 by Mahogany, a number of the finest sprinters in Australia have taken out this event including Nature Strip, Chautauqua, Black Caviar and the unforgettable Takeover Target.
The race gained Group One status in 2005 and today the race is worth $2.5 million.
TJ Smith Stakes Previous Winners
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Briasa |
| 2024 | Chain Of Lightning |
| 2023 | I Wish I Win |
| 2022 | Nature Strip |
| 2021 | Nature Strip |
| 2020 | Nature Strip |
| 2019 | Santa Ana Lane |
| 2018 | Trapeze Artist |
| 2017 | Chautauqua |
| 2016 | Chautauqua |
| 2015 | Chautauqua |
| 2014 | Lankan Rupee |
| 2013 | Black Caviar |
| 2012 | Master Of Design |
| 2011 | Black Caviar |
| 2010 | Melito |
| 2009 | Takeover Target |
| 2008 | Apache Cat |
| 2007 | Bentley Biscuit |
| 2006 | Red Oog |
| 2005 | Shamekha |
| 2004 | Dilly Dally |
| 2003 | Spinning Hill |
| 2002 | Phoenix Park |
| 2001 | Century Kid |
| 2000 | Shy Hero |
TJ Smith Social News
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Racing Victoria Twitter - https://twitter.com/racing_nsw
TJ Smith Stakes FAQ
When is the TJ Smith Stakes?
The TJ Smith Stakes is the premier sprint race of the opening day of the Championships in early April.
How can I bet on the TJ Smith Stakes?
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Who should I bet on in the TJ Smith Stakes?
Our racing experts will provide you with the best TJ Smith Stakes betting tips when the race is approaching.
What track hosts the TJ Smith Stakes?
The Championships is held annually at Royal Randwick racecourse, which is located in Sydney Australia.
What is the prize money of the TJ Smith Stakes?
The total prize pool for the TJ Smith Stakes is $3 million. It is one of the richest sprint races in Australia.
What distance is the TJ Smith Stakes?
The TJ Smith Stakes is a 1200m race that is held every year at Royal Randwick racecourse in Sydney.
Has any horse has won the TJ Smith Stakes multiple times?
Chautauqua & Nature Strip have won this race a record three times while the superstar mare Black Caviar has two wins to her name.
