The Might And Power 2026 is one of the premier weight-for-age races of the Australian spring, bringing together the nation’s best middle-distance performers for a high-class Group 1 showdown at Caulfield Racecourse. Formerly known as the Caulfield Stakes, the 2000m feature was renamed in honour of champion galloper Might And Power, whose dominant victories in the Caulfield Cup, Melbourne Cup, and Cox Plate cemented his place among Australia’s racing greats.

Held during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival, the Group 1 Might And Power serves as a crucial lead-up to elite races including the Cox Plate, attracting a star-studded field of established champions, emerging middle-distance talents, and international contenders. With a rich history dating back to the 19th century and an honour roll featuring some of the sport’s most celebrated horses, the Might And Power remains a key form reference for punters and one of the most anticipated races on the Caulfield carnival calendar. This page features everything you need to know about the Might And Power, including race history, field information, betting odds, form guides, prizemoney, results, and past winners.

2026 Might And Power Results

Stay tuned for the official 2026 Might And Power Stakes results and finishing order and to see what horse could have the Ladbrokes Cox Plate in sight this season.

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Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) Tips

Stay tuned for our insider Might And Power 2026 Tips on the key Cox Plate lead-up this spring including our expert Might And Power Stakes Best Bets.

Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) News

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• 2023 Might And Power Stakes Winner Alligator Blood Ticks 2000m Box

The Might And Power Stakes (previously known as the Caulfield Stakes, Yalumba Stakes, Ladbrokes Stakes and Neds Stakes) is a Group 1 weight-for-age race held at Caulfield Racecourse on a Saturday in early – mid October. The event is run over a distance of 2000m and attracts a great group of quality stayers eager to win a share of the $1 million in prize money on offer.

The Caulfield Stakes takes place on Caulfield Guineas Day with two other major Group 1 races – the Caulfield Guineas (1600m) and the Toorak Handicap (1600m) contested over a mile. The event is also regarded as a great lead up race to the Caulfield Cup and the Ladbrokes Cox Plate. Winx (2016) and Anamoe (2022) are the latest horses to complete the Caulfield Stakes – Cox Plate double.

Before the mighty Winx the last Cox Plate winner to come off a run in the Caulfield Stakes was Ocean Park (2012) who also completed the double, while Mongolian Khan (3rd in 2015) backed up from his Caulfield Stakes place to win the Caulfield Cup over a mile and a half at the track next start.

Recently the 2018 Caulfield Stakes winner Benbatl went on to run second to historic four-time champion Winx in the Cox Plate. Humidor meanwhile ran third in both the Caulfield Stakes and Cox Plate in 2018 further franking the form.

Humidor would return in the 2020 Caulfield Stakes results to run third to Arcadia Queen and Russian Camelot for his new trainer Chris Waller.

Many Caulfield Stakes graduates may race on to contest the Group 1 Mackinnon Stakes (2000m) – now known as the VRC Champions Stakes – at Flemington on the final day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival with Arcadia Queen (2020) recently completing the double.

The 2021 Caulfield Stakes form was franked with the runner-up Nonconformist going on to run a next-up second to Incentivise in that year’s Caulfield Cup results. The beaten favourite out of the Caulfield Stakes that year, third place-getter Zaaki, further franked the form going on to win the Group 1 Mackinnon Stakes next-up and return in 2022 to take out the $5 million The All-Star Mile.

In 2022 the previous year’s Caulfield Guineas winner Anamoe returned as a four-year-old to salute for the punters in the Might And Power Stakes results.

Anamoe franked the Might And Power Stakes form winning the Cox Plate 2022 at his next start before a 2023 autumn carnival that included taking out the Chipping Norton – George Ryder Stakes Group 1 double in Sydney. I’m Thunderstruck meanwhile ran second in both the Might And Power and Cox Plate results in 2022.

The 2023 Might And Power winner Alligator Blood franked the form running third in both the Cox Plate and Champions Mile at his next two starts that spring.

The 2024 Might And Power Stakes form was franked by the runner-up, Mr Brightside, who ran fourth next start in the Cox Plate before winning that November’s Champions Mile over the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

The 2025 Might And Power runner-up, Treasurethe Moment, ran a next-up third in the Cox Plate trifecta, while Buckaroo ran third in the Might And Power before going one better when second in the Cox Plate that year.

2026 Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) Betting

The latest Caulfield Stakes 2026 betting markets from Ladbrokes will be listed here at Races.com.au along with complete with links for you to back your Caulfield Stakes tips this spring.

Anamoe ($2.15 in 2022) was the last favourite in Might And Power betting to salute for the punters.

There was an upset in 2024 with Deny Knowledge winning at Might And Power odds of $8.50 when beating home the odds-on pick Mr Brightside.

Another upset Might And Power result occurred in 2025 with Globe saluting at $8.50 beating the odds-on favourite Treasurethe Moment by three lengths.

Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) Field

2026 Might And Power Stakes Form

The Might And Power form guide is an essential tool for punters analysing one of the premier weight-for-age contests of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. Run over 2000 metres at Caulfield Racecourse, the Group 1 feature attracts a star-studded field of elite middle-distance performers, including Cox Plate, Caulfield Cup, and international spring carnival contenders. The form guide provides valuable insight into each runner’s recent performances, barrier draw, jockey and trainer statistics, track and distance record, and overall fitness, helping punters identify the horses best suited to this prestigious Group 1 test.

What Punters Should Look for in the Might And Power Form Guide:

• Recent weight-for-age form – Horses with strong performances in elite weight-for-age races often bring the best credentials into the Might And Power.
• 2000m credentials – Proven form at 2000 metres is a key factor, as the race regularly develops into a genuine test of middle-distance class.
• Caulfield record – Previous success at Caulfield can be an important advantage, particularly given the track’s unique turns and racing pattern.
• Lead-up races – Form through races such as the Underwood Stakes, Makybe Diva Stakes, Memsie Stakes, and other spring features often provides strong winning references.
• Group 1 experience – Horses with proven Group 1 form against high-quality opposition are generally among the leading contenders.
• Fitness and preparation – Many runners are peaking second, third, or fourth-up into the race as they build towards major spring targets.
• Barrier draw and race map – Understanding where runners are likely to settle can help identify horses set to enjoy the ideal run in transit.
• Track conditions – Some middle-distance gallopers excel on firm tracks, while others improve significantly on rain-affected ground.
• Jockey and trainer combinations – Australia’s leading stables and riders frequently target the Might And Power with their best spring performers.
• Sectional times and finishing strength – Horses capable of producing strong late splits over 1800m to 2000m often perform well in this race.
• Spring carnival targets – Many contenders use the Might And Power as a lead-up to the Cox Plate, Caulfield Cup, or other major Group 1 races, making class and improvement potential key factors when assessing the field.
• Weight-for-age suitability – As the race is run under weight-for-age conditions, punters should focus on proven class rather than handicap form when comparing runners.

FULL 2026 MIGHT AND POWER STAKES FORM GUIDE

The Caulfield Stakes field attracts a strong line-up of quality weight-for-age types that are often looking ahead to a run in the Cox Plate field in a fortnight’s time.

Runners in the Caulfield Stakes field may come off a lead-up run in the Group 1 Underwood Stakes (1800m) with the double most recently completed by Ocean Park (2012) followed by Alligator Blood (2023).

In 2021 the Underwood Stakes winner Zaaki ran third as the beaten favourite in the Caulfield Stakes with the Underwood runner-up Probabeel turning the tables to win.

Deny Knowledge (5th in 2024) was the last Might And Power winner to come via an Underwood Stakes lead-up.

2026 Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) Nominations

Nominations on the Might And Power Stakes in 2026 close the Monday leading-up to the race and will be published below once announced.

2026 Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) Field

The 2026 Might And Power Stakes field will be released by Racing Victoria on the Wednesday of race week and detailed in full below.

Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) History

First raced in 1886 when Isonomy won the nine-furlong event, the Caulfield Stakes was renamed the Yalumba Stakes in 1997 and remained as such for several years before reverting.

The Caulfield Stakes became a Group 1 event in 1979 and has a record of wins by more mature horses.

Only one three-year-old colt has managed to win the race, which was Mighty Kingdom in 1979. There is yet to be a three-year-old filly that can win the Caulfield Stakes.

Caulfield Stakes Records

Until super star Winx in 2016 Tranquil Star was the only mare to win the Caulfield Stakes and Cox Plate double back in 1942.

The Caulfield Stakes has been in three consecutive years by two horses with Eurythmic in 1920-1922 and Winfreux in 1964-1967. Rising Fast’s 1954 spring racing campaign is unmatched with wins in the Caulfield Stakes, Melbourne Cup, Turnbull Stakes, Mackinnon Stakes, and Queen Elizabeth Stakes.

Notable recent Caulfield Stakes winners include Lonhro (2002-03), So You Think (2010), Criterion (2015), Winx (2016) who faced just two rivals for her success, Anamoe (2022), and the popular galloper Alligator Blood (2023).

Deny Knowledge (2024) was the last Might And Power winning mare.

Might And Power (Caulfield Stakes) Previous Race Winners

Might And Power FAQs

What is the Might And Power?

The Might And Power is a prestigious Group 1 weight-for-age race run during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival at Caulfield Racecourse.