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The Group 1 Might And Power (2000m) will be held at Caulfield on Saturday, October 9 and Bettingpro.com.au provides you with a comprehensive guide to the race.
The Caulfield Stakes 2026 — now run as The Might And Power — is a Group 1 weight-for-age contest over 2000m at Caulfield on Caulfield Guineas Day, Saturday 10 October 2026, and the spring’s most important Cox Plate lead-up. This is our complete guide: the 2026 date and start times, the name change, the field, tips and best bets, live odds, the form guide, how to watch, past winners and FAQs — updated all carnival with the latest field, odds and our best bets.
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The Caulfield Stakes 2026: Key Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Race | Caulfield Stakes / The Might And Power (Group 1, WFA) |
| Date | Saturday 10 October 2026 (Caulfield Guineas Day) |
| Start time | ~4:00pm AEDT (confirmed race week) |
| Venue | Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne |
| Distance | 2000m |
| Conditions | Group 1, weight-for-age, 3yo & up |
| Prize money | $1 million |
| Broadcast | Channel 7 / 7plus, Racing.com, Sky Racing + bookmaker streams |
When is the Caulfield Stakes & What Time?
The Caulfield Stakes is run on Caulfield Guineas Day — the first big Saturday of the MRC spring carnival. In 2026 that’s Saturday 10 October, with the feature jumping in the afternoon (approximately 4:00pm AEDT; the exact time is confirmed race week). Local start times by state:
| State | Local start time |
|---|---|
| VIC / NSW / ACT / TAS | ~4:00pm AEDT |
| Queensland | ~3:00pm AEST |
| South Australia | ~3:30pm ACDT |
| Northern Territory | ~2:30pm ACST |
| Western Australia | ~1:00pm AWST |
The Name & the Cox Plate Connection
The historic Caulfield Stakes was renamed The Might And Power in 2021, honouring the 1997 Caulfield Cup–Melbourne Cup hero who won this race in 1998 — so you’ll see it under both names. Its real significance is as a weight-for-age 2000m trial run a fortnight before the Cox Plate: the conditions mirror the great weight-for-age championship, and many Cox Plate contenders use it as their springboard. Alligator Blood (2023) and Anamoe (2022) are recent winners who went on to Group 1 spring glory.
The Caulfield Stakes 2026 Field & Barrier Draw
As a weight-for-age Group 1 the Caulfield Stakes draws a small, elite field of the spring’s best middle-distance horses tuning up for the Cox Plate. Around Caulfield’s tight 2000m the barrier and tactical speed matter, and a horse coming to hand at the right time is the profile. Check back for the confirmed 2026 field and barriers.
Caulfield Stakes Tips, Best Bets & Predictions
Our tipsters post their Caulfield Stakes (Might And Power) best bets and value selections once the field and barriers are confirmed. A weight-for-age 2000m rewards proven Group class and a horse stepping up second or third-up into the spring — and watch which runners are clearly set for the Cox Plate. Win and each-way are the staples in a small field. Bookmark this page for our final selections.
How to Bet on the Caulfield Stakes
All the standard markets apply — win and each-way, plus exotics (quinella, exacta, trifecta) that suit a small, classy field. Futures move with the spring weight-for-age form. Prices vary between bookmakers, so always compare and take the best available — see our toplist below.
Caulfield Stakes Odds & Favourites
Caulfield Stakes markets firm through the spring as the field is confirmed. As a weight-for-age trial it can be dominated by a clear topliner, but it has thrown up value too — Deny Knowledge beat odds-on Mr Brightside in 2024. For live Caulfield Stakes (Might And Power) odds and the best price on every runner, compare the bookmakers below.
Caulfield Stakes Form Guide
The key form lines are the early spring weight-for-age races — the Memsie Stakes, P.B. Lawrence Stakes and Underwood Stakes — plus horses clearly being set for the Cox Plate. Look for proven 2000m Group class and a horse improving with racing. The Caulfield Stakes is part of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival and shares the Caulfield carnival with the Caulfield Cup a week later.
Caulfield Stakes Recent Winners & Latest Result
The 2025 Caulfield Stakes (Might And Power) was won by Cape Of Good Hope. Recent winners:
| Year | Winner | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Cape Of Good Hope | |
| 2024 | Deny Knowledge | Beat odds-on Mr Brightside |
| 2023 | Alligator Blood | Then 3rd in the Cox Plate |
| 2022 | Anamoe | Star colt |
| 2021 | Probabeel | First as The Might And Power |
History & Background
A long-standing Caulfield weight-for-age feature, the Caulfield Stakes was renamed The Might And Power in 2021 to honour one of Australian racing’s toughest champions. It has always been a proving ground for the spring’s best, and its form reads straight into the Cox Plate. It headlines Caulfield Guineas Day in the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival.
How to Watch the Caulfield Stakes (Live Stream & TV)
Caulfield Guineas Day is shown free-to-air on Channel 7 and 7plus, plus Racing.com and Sky Racing, and you can live stream the race free with most licensed Australian bookmakers once your account is funded. Replays go up on Racing.com shortly after.
Best Bookmakers for the Caulfield Stakes
For a full comparison of the top Australian racing bookmakers — best odds, futures and live streaming — see our best horse racing betting sites in Australia guide.
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Caulfield Stakes FAQs
When is the Caulfield Stakes 2026?
Saturday 10 October 2026 — Caulfield Guineas Day — at Caulfield, over 2000m.
Is the Caulfield Stakes the same as The Might And Power?
Yes. The Caulfield Stakes was renamed The Might And Power in 2021, honouring the 1997 Cups winner. Many punters still call it the Caulfield Stakes.
How much is the Caulfield Stakes worth?
$1 million, at Group 1 weight-for-age level.
Why does the Caulfield Stakes matter for the Cox Plate?
It is a weight-for-age 2000m race run a fortnight before the Cox Plate under similar conditions, so many Cox Plate contenders use it as a lead-up.
Who won the 2025 Caulfield Stakes?
Cape Of Good Hope.
What time is the Caulfield Stakes?
Mid-afternoon — approximately 4:00pm AEDT — with the exact jump time confirmed race week.
How can I watch the Caulfield Stakes?
Free-to-air on Channel 7 and 7plus, plus Racing.com and Sky Racing, with free live streams via most bookmakers.
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