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The Group 1 Winterbottom Stakes is Western Australia's premier sprint, a $1.5 million weight-for-age 1200m down the Ascot straight, run on Saturday 28 November 2026. Our tips, field and best bets are published in race week.
Winterbottom Stakes tips, best bets, field & odds. Below is our complete Winterbottom Stakes guide: race details, history and past winners, lead-in form, betting markets and FAQs. Check back race week for the final field, odds and our best bets.
The Winterbottom Stakes is Western Australia’s premier sprint, a Group 1 weight-for-age dash over 1200m at Ascot on Saturday 28 November 2026, worth $1.5 million after a rise from the $1 million that had stood since 2015. Run down the famous Ascot straight, it attracts the best sprinters in the country.
It launches the Perth Summer Racing Carnival, which also features the Group 1 Railway Stakes and the Kingston Town Classic (now run as the Northerly Stakes). For tips across the calendar, see our horse racing hub.
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Winterbottom Stakes Race Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Distance | 1200m |
| Class | Group 1 Weight-for-Age |
| Age / Conditions | Three-year-olds and upwards |
| Venue | Ascot, Perth |
| Prize Money | $1.5 million |
| Run Date | Saturday 28 November 2026 |
Winterbottom Stakes History & Winners
Recent winners include Libertad, dual winner Overpass (2023–24), Paulele and Graceful Girl. Overpass was beaten chasing a historic three-peat by Libertad in 2025. The straight 1200m rewards brilliant gate speed.
Winterbottom Stakes Recent Winners
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Libertad |
| 2024 | Overpass |
| 2023 | Overpass |
| 2022 | Paulele |
| 2021 | Graceful Girl |
Lead-In Races
Sprinters arrive via the Quokka, eastern-states spring sprints and WA lead-ups. Fresh, fast types with straight-track form dominate.
Winterbottom Stakes Betting Markets
All Australian bookmakers offer fixed-odds win and each-way markets in the days before the race. Win and each-way are the core plays for the elite sprint.
How to Watch the Winterbottom Stakes in Australia
The Winterbottom Stakes is run in late November at Ascot. The 2025 Group 1 was won by Libertad for jockey Jamie Mott. Live racing vision is available on Sky Racing (Sky Racing 1 and Sky Thoroughbred Central) and via the Racing.com platform. Most Australian bookmakers also stream the race live to logged-in account holders who have a bet on it.
Winterbottom Stakes Betting Trends & Angles
- WA’s premier sprint: a $1.5 million Group 1 WFA over 1200m down the Ascot straight.
- Gate speed wins: the straight 1200m rewards brilliant beginners; Overpass was untouchable in Perth.
- Elite proven sprinters dominate: class holds at weight-for-age.
- Quokka form is a key line into the Winterbottom.
Best Bookmakers for the Winterbottom Stakes
For a full comparison of the top Australian racing bookmakers, see our best horse racing betting sites in Australia guide.
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Winterbottom Stakes FAQs
When is the Winterbottom Stakes?
Saturday 28 November 2026 at Ascot, Perth, over 1200m at weight-for-age. The 2025 edition was run on 29 November.
Who won the most recent Winterbottom Stakes?
Libertad (2025), ending Overpass’s back-to-back wins (2023–24), after Paulele (2022) and Graceful Girl (2021).
How do I bet on the Winterbottom Stakes?
All Australian bookmakers offer fixed-odds win and each-way markets in the days before the race.
How can I watch the Winterbottom Stakes?
Live vision is on Sky Racing, Racing.com. Most bookmakers also stream the race to account holders.
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