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The $15 million The Everest (1200m) will be held at Royal Randwick on Saturday, October 16 and Bettingpro.com.au provides you with a comprehensive guide to the race.
The Everest 2026. The world’s richest race on turf — a $20 million sprint over 1200m at Royal Randwick — runs on Saturday 17 October 2026. This is our complete Everest guide: the 2026 date and start times, how the slot system works, the field, tips and best bets, live odds, the form guide, how to watch, past winners and FAQs — updated through the spring with the latest slots, field, odds and our best bets.
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The Everest 2026: Key Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Race | The TAB Everest (Group 1) |
| Date | Saturday 17 October 2026 |
| Start time | ~4:15pm AEDT (confirmed race week) |
| Venue | Royal Randwick, Sydney |
| Distance | 1200m |
| Format | 12-slot weight-for-age sprint |
| Prize money | $20 million (world’s richest turf race) |
| Broadcast | Sky Racing, Racing.com + free bookmaker live streams |
When is The Everest & What Time?
The Everest is run in mid-to-late October on Everest Day at Royal Randwick — in 2026 that’s Saturday 17 October, with the race jumping mid-afternoon (approximately 4:15pm AEDT; the exact time is confirmed race week). Local start times by state:
| State | Local start time |
|---|---|
| VIC / NSW / ACT / TAS | ~4:15pm AEDT |
| Queensland | ~3:15pm AEST |
| South Australia | ~3:45pm ACDT |
| Northern Territory | ~2:45pm ACST |
| Western Australia | ~1:15pm AWST |
How The Everest Works (The Slot System)
The Everest is unlike any other major race: there are no nominations or ballot. Instead, 12 slots are sold to slot-holders (who pay a six-figure annual fee to secure a starting position for a three-year term), and each slot-holder then partners with a horse — either their own or via a deal with connections, who share the prize money. Slots are confirmed through September and the runners are announced as each slot locks in its horse, so the field firms in the weeks before the race. The $20 million purse is shared across the slot-holder, owner, trainer and jockey, with the winning slot taking the lion’s share — which is why securing the right runner is the whole game.
The Everest 2026 Field & Barrier Draw
The Everest field is capped at 12 runners, one per slot, with no emergencies — the field takes shape as slot-holders announce their horses through the spring. On the barrier draw, the Randwick 1200m starts on the chute into a sweeping turn; on-pace, naturally fast types from a fair gate are advantaged, and you want a runner that can hold a forward position in a small, elite, fast-run sprint. Check back here for the confirmed 2026 slots, field and barriers.
The Everest Tips, Best Bets & Predictions
Our tipsters post their Everest best bets and value plays once the slots fill and barriers are drawn. With a 12-horse field of elite sprinters, the race rewards proven Group 1 speed, sharp gate speed and a fair barrier — and recent editions show internationals are now a genuine threat. Win and each-way are the staples; the small field also makes the quinella and exacta playable. Bookmark this page and check back race week for our final selections.
The Everest Odds & Favourites
Everest markets open early and move all spring as slots lock in their runners and the lead-up sprints are run. Proven elite sprinters dominate — this is rarely a roughie’s race — but a small, fast-run field can still throw a surprise. For live Everest odds and the best price on every runner, compare the leading Australian bookmakers in our toplist below.
The Everest Form Guide
The key lead-ups are the spring Sydney sprints — The Shorts, the Premiere Stakes and the Concorde Stakes — plus elite sprint form from Melbourne and overseas. Hong Kong’s sprinters are now a major factor after Ka Ying Rising’s 2025 win. Look for proven 1200m Group 1 speed, a strong recent trial or lead-up, and a horse whose slot-holder has clearly targeted the race. The Everest also headlines the Sydney Spring Racing Carnival alongside the rich Golden Eagle.
The Everest Recent Winners & 2025 Result
The 2025 Everest was won by Ka Ying Rising, the brilliant Hong Kong sprinter who became the first international winner of the race. Recent winners:
| Year | Winner | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ka Ying Rising | First international winner (Hong Kong) |
| 2024 | Bella Nipotina | Veteran mare’s biggest day |
| 2023 | Think About It | 11 wins from 12 starts at the time |
| 2022 | Giga Kick | 3yo sensation |
| 2021 | Nature Strip | Chris Waller’s champion sprinter |
History & Background
Launched in 2017 by the Australian Turf Club and Racing NSW, The Everest reinvented the slot-race concept for Australian sprinting and rapidly grew into the richest race on turf in the world. Redzel won the first two runnings (2017–18), Nature Strip and Giga Kick added star power, and Ka Ying Rising’s 2025 win opened a new international era. It now anchors Sydney’s spring and rivals the Melbourne Cup as the spring’s marquee betting race.
How to Watch The Everest (Live Stream & TV)
Everest Day is covered on Sky Racing and Racing.com, with free-to-air coverage confirmed each spring, and you can live stream the race free with most licensed Australian bookmakers once your account is funded. Replays go up on the Australian Turf Club and Racing.com channels shortly after.
Best Bookmakers for The Everest
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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The Everest FAQs
When is The Everest 2026?
Saturday 17 October 2026 at Royal Randwick, over 1200m.
What time is The Everest?
Mid-afternoon — approximately 4:15pm AEDT — with the exact jump time confirmed race week.
How much is The Everest worth?
$20 million, making it the richest race on turf in the world.
How does The Everest slot system work?
Twelve slots are sold to slot-holders, who each partner with a horse and share the prize money; there are no nominations or ballot.
Who won the 2025 Everest?
Ka Ying Rising — the first international (Hong Kong) winner of the race.
How many horses run in The Everest?
Twelve — one per slot, with no emergencies.
How can I watch The Everest?
On Sky Racing and Racing.com, with free-to-air coverage each spring and free live streams via most bookmakers.
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