The Rubiton Stakes (1100m) is a Group 2 race held at Melbourne’s Caulfield Racecourse in early – mid February each year.
Open to all horses of all ages, the Rubiton Stakes is raced under Set Weights plus Penalties conditions and offers $200,000 in total prize money.
Run on the first Group 1 race meeting of the Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival – CF Orr Stakes Day – the Rubiton Stakes shares the card with a host of other Group status races:
- Group 1 CF Orr Stakes (1400m)
- Group 2 Autumn Stakes (1400m)
- Group 3 Carlyon Cup (1600m)
- Group 3 Blue Diamond Prelude (C&G) (1100m)
- Group 2 Blue Diamond Prelude (F) (1100m)
- Group 3 Geoffrey Belmaine Stakes (1200m)
- Group 3 Kevin Hayes Stakes (1200m)
Held during February, the Rubiton Stakes is an important race for punters and helps to gauge form for later races including the Group 1 Oakleigh Plate (1100m) run over the same track / distance a fortnight later on Blue Diamond Stakes Day. The Rubiton Stakes – Oakleigh Plate double was recently achieved by Lankan Rupee (2014).
The Rubiton Stakes 2017 ran on Saturday February 11, 2017.
| 2017 Rubiton Stakes | |
|---|---|
| Date: | February 11, 2017 |
| Track: | Caulfield Racecourse |
| Distance: | 1100m |
| Race Type: | SW+P |
| Status: | Group 2 |
| Prize Money: | $200,000 |
2017 Rubiton Stakes Results
See below for the official 2017 Rubiton Stakes Results & Finishing Order – following the link for a full rundown on the upset win by Newmarket Handicap-bound mare Super Cash.
| Place | # | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Margin | Br. | Wgt. | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | SUPER CASH | Andrew Noblet | Ms Katelyn Mallyon | – | 3 | 54kg | $18 |
| 2 | 8 | I AM A STAR (NZ) | Shane Nichols | Craig Williams | 1.25L | 1 | 53.5kg | $10 |
| 3 | 1 | CHAUTAUQUA | Michael, Wayne & John Hawkes | Dwayne Dunn | 2L | 4 | 59.5kg | $2.70F |
| 4 | 3 | HELLBENT | Darren Weir | Damian Lane | 3.75L | 7 | 56kg | $6 |
| 5 | 7 | EL DIVINO | Darren Weir | Damien Oliver | 5L | 2 | 54kg | $6 |
| 6 | 4 | WILD RAIN | Mark Kavanagh | Stephen Baster | 5.2L | 5 | 55.5kg | $5 |
| 7 | 2 | FAST ’N’ ROCKING | David & B Hayes & T Dabernig | Regan Bayliss | 5.6L | 6 | 56kg | $26 |
| – | 5 | MISS PROMISCUITY | David & B Hayes & T Dabernig | Michael Dee | – | 0 | – | – |
2017 Rubiton Stakes Betting
The latest Rubiton Stakes 2017 betting odds will be provided below the week of the race so stay tuned.
2017 Rubiton Stakes Field
The 2017 Rubiton Stakes field and barriers are set for release on Wednesday February 8 at 9:30am (local) and will be published in full below.
View the official 2017 Rubiton Stakes Final Field & Barrier Draw below, following the link to read more on the runners headlined by the 2015 winner of the race Chautauqua and returning Myer Classic winning filly I Am A Star.
| # | Form (Last 10) | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Br. | Wgt. | Hcp. Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2x1311x47x | CHAUTAUQUA | Michael, Wayne & John Hawkes | Dwayne Dunn | 5 | 59.5kg | 116 |
| 2 | 834623036x | FAST ’N’ ROCKING | David & B Hayes & T Dabernig | Regan Bayliss | 7 | 56kg | 105 |
| 3 | x0x10113x3 | HELLBENT | Darren Weir | Damian Lane | 8 | 56kg | 96 |
| 4 | 126x11352x | WILD RAIN | Mark Kavanagh | Stephen Baster | 6 | 55.5kg | 106 |
| 5 | 1L0x55402x | MISS PROMISCUITY | David & B Hayes & T Dabernig | Michael Dee | 2 | 54kg | 99 |
| 6 | 31536x143x | SUPER CASH | Andrew Noblet | Ms Katelyn Mallyon | 4 | 54kg | 92 |
| 7 | 11x477x2 | EL DIVINO | Darren Weir | Damien Oliver | 3 | 54kg | 89 |
| 8 | 11x154231x | I AM A STAR (NZ) | Shane Nichols | Craig Williams | 1 | 53.5kg | 105 |
Rubiton Stakes Nominations
The Rubiton Stakes nominations close at 12:00pm (local) on February 6, 2017 and will be published below.
| # | Form (Last 10) | Horse | Sex | Age | Trainer | Hcp. Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7x68x3073x | BRITISH GENERAL | G | 9 | Dan O’Sullivan | 93 |
| 2 | 01990×41 | CHAPPIE | G | 5 | Wendy Roche | 61 |
| 3 | 2x1311x47x | CHAUTAUQUA | G | 6 | Michael, Wayne & John Hawkes | 116 |
| 4 | 2210x18x | DEFCON | C | 3 | Peter & Paul Snowden | 85 |
| 5 | 11x477x2 | EL DIVINO | C | 3 | Darren Weir | 89 |
| 6 | 834623036x | FAST ’N’ ROCKING | G | 6 | David & B Hayes & T Dabernig | 105 |
| 7 | x1100x98x4 | FLAMBERGE | G | 7 | Darren Weir | 112 |
| 8 | x0x10113x3 | HELLBENT | H | 4 | Darren Weir | 96 |
| 9 | 11x154231x | I AM A STAR (NZ) | F | 3 | Shane Nichols | 105 |
| 10 | 1L0x55402x | MISS PROMISCUITY | M | 6 | David & B Hayes & T Dabernig | 99 |
| 11 | 27x421152x | SHEIDEL | M | 5 | David & B Hayes & T Dabernig | h- |
| 12 | 8339729323 | SUNDAY ESCAPE | G | 6 | Andrew Murray | 81 |
| 13 | 31536x143x | SUPER CASH | M | 4 | Andrew Noblet | 92 |
| 14 | 347972L77x | TADDEI TONDO | G | 7 | Gerard Moloney | 87 |
| 15 | 126x11352x | WILD RAIN | M | 5 | Mark Kavanagh | 106 |
Rubiton Stakes History
The Rubiton Stakes was first held in 1989 as a listed event. In 1992 it was upgraded to Group 3, and remained at that level until 2013 when it was first ran as a Group 2 race. The race distance has changed somewhat over the years, with the initial distance of 1000m first changed to 1100m in 1997. In 2006 the race returned to 1000m for a year, but has remained at 1100m since 2007. Prior to 2010, the race was run under weight for age conditions.
A number of renowned horses have seen success in the Rubiton Stakes. Notable Rubiton Stakes winners include Redelva (1991), Schillaci (1993, 1995), Super Elegant (2003, 2004, 2005) and Lankan Rupee (2014). Here De Angels holds the record for fastest time over 1100m, posting a time of 1 minute 1.73 seconds in 2010.
Below you can find Rubiton Stakes results since 2000.
Rubiton Stakes Results
| Year | Place | Horse | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | TBD | TBD |
| 2nd | TBD | ||
| 3rd | TBD | ||
| 2017 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Super Cash | 1 minute 02.57 seconds |
| 2nd | I Am A Star | ||
| 3rd | Chautauqua | ||
| 2016 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Heatherly | 1 minute 2.2 seconds |
| 2nd | Politeness | ||
| 3rd | Just A Bullet | ||
| 2015 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Chautauqua | 1 minute 2.3 seconds |
| 2nd | Flamberge | ||
| 3rd | Atmospherical | ||
| 2014 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Lankan Rupee | 1 minute 02.5 seconds |
| 2nd | Iconic | ||
| 3rd | First Command | ||
| 2013 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Adebisi | 1 minute 03.4 seconds |
| 2nd | Rescue Mission | ||
| 3rd | Big Buddie | ||
| 2012 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Eagle Falls | 1 minute 03.8 seconds |
| 2nd | First Command | ||
| 3rd | Hot Spin | ||
| 2011 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Catapulted | 1 minute 02.2 seconds |
| 2nd | Avenue | ||
| 3rd | Solar Charged | ||
| 2010 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Here De Angels | 1 minute 01.7 seconds |
| 2nd | Lucky Secret | ||
| 3rd | Rostova | ||
| 2009 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Mind Your Head | 1 minute 03.4 seconds |
| 2nd | (DH) Happy Glen | ||
| 2nd | (DH) Desuetude | ||
| 2008 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Here De Angels | 1 minute 03.8 seconds |
| 2nd | Let Go Thommo | ||
| 3rd | Raid The Royals | ||
| 2007 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Dance The Waves | 1 minute 02.9 seconds |
| 2nd | Barabba Road | ||
| 3rd | Message Bank | ||
| 2006 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Bomber Bill | 0 minute 56.6 seconds |
| 2nd | Whats The Mail | ||
| 3rd | Live In Vain | ||
| 2005 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Super Elegant | 1 minute 02.3 seconds |
| 2nd | Truly Wicked | ||
| 3rd | Sensational Spot | ||
| 2004 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Super Elegant | 1 minute 02.3 seconds |
| 2nd | Ruben | ||
| 3rd | Step Ahead | ||
| 2003 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Super Elegant | 1 minute 02.9 seconds |
| 2nd | Azevedo | ||
| 3rd | Sir Chuckle | ||
| 2002 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Intelligent Star | 1 minute 01.9 seconds |
| 2nd | Bomber Bill | ||
| 3rd | Sudurka | ||
| 2001 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Appoint | 1 minute 02.4 seconds |
| 2nd | Bomber Bill | ||
| 3rd | Cullen | ||
| 2000 Rubiton Stakes |
1st | Miss Pennymoney | 1 minute 02.4 seconds |
| 2nd | St Chrisoph | ||
| 3rd | Paint | ||