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Maribyrnong Plate News
The 2026 Maribyrnong Plate runs at Flemington on Melbourne Cup Day, Tuesday November 3, 2026.
The Maribyrnong Plate 2026 is one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious races for two-year-olds, held at Flemington on Melbourne Cup Day and conducted under set weights conditions. Worth $240,000, the juvenile feature regularly showcases some of the season’s most promising young sprinters, with leading stables targeting the race as an early opportunity to secure valuable black-type success during the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Run down Flemington’s famous straight course, the Maribyrnong Plate 2026 is a key race for punters searching for future stars, with the latest Maribyrnong Plate odds 2026 and Maribyrnong Plate betting 2026 markets providing valuable insight into the most highly regarded youngsters lining up on one of Australian racing’s biggest stages.
2026 Maribyrnong Plate Odds
See below for the latest Maribyrnong Plate 2026 odds followed by the official finishing order after the event this spring.
| 1. Royal Press (9) 58kg2 | |||
| Was well-supported at debut, 2nd in a small field in the LR Debutante Stakes at Caulfield on October 14 over 1000m, nose behind Soldi with 58kg at $3. All important race experience and that will count for plenty. | |||
| 2. Amsterdam (8) 58kg | |||
| Two-year-old colt making debut by Anamoe out of Secret Trail. Runner-up in a Cranbourne jump-out on October 12. Expensive colt who looked very strong to the line in latest hitout. | |||
| 3. Jetsetter (2) 58kg | |||
| Colt by Capitalist making his first appearance. Won a Flemington jump-out on October 23. Respecting stable, watch betting. | |||
| 4. Lumineux (6) 58kg | |||
| Gelding by Strasbourg making his first appearance. Ran 3rd in a Flemington jump-out on October 23. Looks handy but have a few ahead. | |||
| 5. Speedboatconfesion (5) 58kg | |||
| Colt by Marine One making his first appearance. Won a Flemington jump-out on October 16. Would prefer to see a push. | |||
| 6. Amelia’s Affair (1) 56kg | |||
| First starter by Home Affairs out of Dance Music. Runner-up October 23 at Randwick at her only public trial. Well bred filly for strong connections, respecting down from Sydney. | |||
| 7. Funded (3) 56kg | |||
| Filly by Farnan on debut. Won a Mornington jump-out on October 21. Looks a speedy filly suited here. | |||
| 8. La La Lilly (4) 56kg | |||
| Filly by Nicconi facing the starter for the first time. Won a jump-out at Flemington on October 23. Have to respect Hayes yard with their juveniles. | |||
| 9. Rain Bender (7) 56kg | |||
| Filly by Villermont facing the starter for the first time. Won a jump-out at Flemington on October 23. Looks handy but this is tough. | |||
2026 Maribyrnong Plate Tips
Stay tuned for our expert Melbourne Cup Day tips on the Group 3 Maribyrnong Plate including our insider Maribyrnong Plate 2026 predictions and best bets.
Favourite: No. 1 Royal Press
| 1. Royal Press (9) 58kg2 | |||
| Was well-supported at debut, 2nd in a small field in the LR Debutante Stakes at Caulfield on October 14 over 1000m, nose behind Soldi with 58kg at $3. All important race experience and that will count for plenty. | |||
Each Way Danger: No. 8 La La Lilly
| 8. La La Lilly (4) 56kg | |||
| Filly by Nicconi facing the starter for the first time. Won a jump-out at Flemington on October 23. Have to respect Hayes yard with their juveniles. | |||
Best Roughie: No. 5 Speedboatconfesion
| 5. Speedboatconfesion (5) 58kg | |||
| Colt by Marine One making his first appearance. Won a Flemington jump-out on October 16. Would prefer to see a push. | |||
The 1000m sprint is one of two Group 3 support acts at Flemington Racecourse on Melbourne Cup Day on the first Tuesday of November each Melbourne Cup Carnival.
The Maribyrnong Plate, formerly held on the last day of the Cup Carnival and in recent years on Oaks Day, now shares a race schedule with the ‘race that stops a nation’ – the Group 1 $10.2 million Lexus Melbourne Cup (3200m).
Two-year-olds generally target the Maribyrnong Plate following a few decent starts in events with similar conditions. Plenty of the juveniles in the Maribyrnong Plate are on debut, meaning any trial form is important for punters to keep an eye on.
Following the Maribyrnong Plate, horses will generally go for a spell to mature ahead of the autumn or the Listed Merson Cooper Stakes (1000m) at Sandown a week later might be an opportunity for some of the keener two-year-olds.
The form of the race often stacks-up in the following year’s autumn carnival including when the 2019 third place-getter Tagaloa returned to win the Group 1 Blue Diamond Stakes next prep.
The 2022 Maribyrnong Plate form was franked with the runner-up Little Brose winning the following autumn’s Blue Diamond Stakes in 2023.
The 2024 Maribyrnong Plate winner Tycoon Star returned the following autumn to run third in the 2025 Blue Diamond Stakes trifecta.
Tornado Valley won the Maribyrnong Plate in 2025 before returning in the summer of 2026 to frank the for with a Magic Millions 2YO Classic second at the Gold Coast.
| Maribyrnong Plate 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Date: | Tuesday November 3, 2026 |
| Track: | Flemington Racecourse |
| Distance: | 1000m |
| Race Type: | 2YO Set Weights |
| Status: | Group 3 |
| Prize Money: | $240,000 |
2026 Maribyrnong Plate Results
Stay tuned for the official 2026 Maribyrnong Plate results and finishing order this Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday November 3, 2026.
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Winning Margin: TBD
Winning Time: TBD
2026 Maribyrnong Plate Betting
The latest Maribyrnong Plate 2026 betting odds will be available at Ladbrokes and provided here at Races.com.au for you to back your Maribyrnong Plate betting tips in at the right price.
Brereton ($6EF in 2021) was the last favourite or equal favourite in Maribyrnong Plate betting to salute for the punters.
There was a notable upset in 2022 with Krakarib winning at Maribyrnong Plate odds of $26, while the following year Dublin Down won at $11.
In 2024 Tycoon Star won at a big price of $18.
2026 Maribyrnong Plate Form Guide
The Maribyrnong Plate form guide is an essential tool for punters looking to assess one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious juvenile races. Run over 1000 metres at Flemington on Melbourne Cup Day, the Group 3 Maribyrnong Plate is restricted to two-year-olds and regularly features some of the most promising young horses from leading stables around the country. With many runners lightly raced or making only their second career start, the form guide provides valuable insight into each youngster’s previous performances, breeding, trial form, jockey bookings, and betting market support.
What Punters Should Look for in the Maribyrnong Plate Form Guide:
- Previous race experience – Juveniles with race-day experience often hold an advantage over debutants, particularly in a high-pressure Melbourne Cup Day environment.
- Winning form – Horses coming off a strong debut win or impressive early-season performance deserve close attention.
- Trial and jump-out performances – With many runners lightly raced, recent trial and jump-out results can provide valuable clues about a youngster’s ability and readiness.
- Barrier draw – Over 1000m, an ideal gate can help young horses secure a favourable position and avoid traffic issues.
- Early speed – The ability to begin quickly and travel comfortably at speed is often a key factor in juvenile sprint races.
- Flemington suitability – Horses that have already handled Flemington’s straight course can have a significant advantage.
- Trainer record with juveniles – Leading stables with strong two-year-old programs regularly target the Maribyrnong Plate with their best youngsters.
- Jockey bookings – Top jockey engagements can provide insight into stable confidence and runner expectations.
- Pedigree – Breeding can be especially important when assessing lightly raced horses, with proven juvenile bloodlines often a positive indicator.
- Betting market support – Significant moves in the Maribyrnong Plate betting markets can be among the strongest guides when assessing inexperienced runners.
FULL 2026 MARIBYRNONG PLATE FORM GUIDE
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The Maribyrnong Plate field attracts a fairly decent assortment of two-year-olds each year. Because the preparation of two-year-olds can differ so much, as can their racing experience, it can be very difficult to get a decent grasp on the form of the Maribyrnong Plate field.
The 2026 Maribyrnong Plate field is released on the Friday leading up to Melbourne Cup Day with the full list of hopeful two-year-olds and the barrier draw to be published in full once announced.
| Entrant | Last 6 | Sex | Barrier | Weight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1. Royal Press
J: Jye Mcneil
T: Tony & Calvin Mcevoy |
2 | C | 9 | 58kg | |
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2. Amsterdam
J: Mark Zahra
T: Ciaron Maher |
C | 8 | 58kg | ||
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3. Jetsetter
J: Luke Currie
T: Tony & Calvin Mcevoy |
C | 2 | 58kg | ||
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4. Lumineux
J: Craig Williams
T: Ben Brisbourne |
G | 6 | 58kg | ||
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5. Speedboatconfesion
J: Jordan Childs
T: Simon Zahra |
C | 5 | 58kg | ||
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6. Amelia’s Affair
J: Damian Lane
T: Annabel & Rob Archibald |
F | 1 | 56kg | ||
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7. Funded
J: Ben Melham
T: Anthony & Sam Freedman |
F | 3 | 56kg | ||
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8. La La Lilly
J: Michael Dee
T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes |
F | 4 | 56kg | ||
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9. Rain Bender
J: Lachlan King
T: Ben Brisbourne |
F | 7 | 56kg |
2026 Maribyrnong Plate Nominations
Early nominations for the Maribyrnong Plate in 2026 close the Wednesday prior to the event.
Maribyrnong Plate History
The Maribyrnong Plate was inaugurated in 1871, with Argus Scandal taking out the initial edition of the race. The race has been held every year since then.
In 1994 the distance was adjusted to 1200m, then reduced to 1100m in 1995. In 1996 it returned to 1000m, which it has remained at since.
The Maribyrnong Plate once had Group 2 status but was downgraded in 2005.
Because of its long history, the Maribyrnong Plate has seen its share of decent horses over the years. Some of the more notable Maribyrnong Plate winners include The Admiral (1889), Heroic (1923), Cellar Master (1951), Biscay (1967), Vain (1969) and Bel Esprit (2001). Maribyrnong Plate results since 2000 are provided below.
Maribyrnong Plate Results
| Year | Place | Horse | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | TBD | TBD |
| 2nd | TBD | ||
| 3rd | TBD | ||
| 2025 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Tornado Valley | 58.79 seconds |
| 2nd | Tales Of Time | ||
| 3rd | Luna Vega | ||
| 2024 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Tycoon Star | 58.01 seconds |
| 2nd | Bacash | ||
| 3rd | Shining Smile | ||
| 2023 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Dublin Down | 58.19 seconds |
| 2nd | Blue Stratum | ||
| 3rd | Odinson | ||
| 2022 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Krakarib | 58.52 seconds |
| 2nd | Little Brose | ||
| 3rd | Awestruck | ||
| 2021 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Brereton | 58.30 seconds |
| 2nd | Renosu | ||
| 3rd | Le Gagneur | ||
| 2020 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Finance Tycoon | 57.72 seconds |
| 2nd | Ingratiating | ||
| 3rd | Marine One | ||
| 2019 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Hard Landing | 58.92 seconds |
| 2nd | Baaqyah | ||
| 3rd | Tagaloa | ||
| 2018 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Vinicunca | 58.63 seconds |
| 2nd | Art Collection | ||
| 3rd | Chicago Bull | ||
| 2017 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Run Naan | 57.37 seconds |
| 2nd | Encyrption | ||
| 3rd | Belzella | ||
| 2016 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Aspect | 59.5 seconds |
| 2nd | Cao Cao | ||
| 3rd | Wait For No One | ||
| 2015 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Power Trip | 58.8 seconds |
| 2nd | Flying Artie | ||
| 3rd | Gloriette | ||
| 2014 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Prompt Return | 57.5 seconds |
| 2nd | Old Trieste | ||
| 3rd | Sailing By | ||
| 2013 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Boomwaa | 59.4 seconds |
| 2nd | Lockroy | ||
| 3rd | Silent Whisper | ||
| 2012 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Direct Charge | 58.3 seconds |
| 2nd | Crack A Roadie | ||
| 3rd | Shamus Award | ||
| 2011 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Real Stolle | 57.7 seconds |
| 2nd | Andre Roo Hoo | ||
| 3rd | Magnus Reign | ||
| 2010 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Arctic Command | 57.9 seconds |
| 2nd | Aashiq | ||
| 3rd | Running Tall | ||
| 2009 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | General Truce | 57.2 seconds |
| 2nd | Sweet Cheeks | ||
| 3rd | She’s Got Gears | ||
| 2008 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Our Joan Of Arc | 58.3 seconds |
| 2nd | Zaffaan | ||
| 3rd | Happy Knockout | ||
| 2007 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Exceedingly Good | 57.5 seconds |
| 2nd | Reaan | ||
| 3rd | Nato | ||
| 2006 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Husson Lightning | 57.9 seconds |
| 2nd | Deferential | ||
| 3rd | Meurice | ||
| 2005 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Nadeem | 57.5 seconds |
| 2nd | Follow The Till | ||
| 3rd | Bariagarney | ||
| 2004 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Jiang | 1 minute 0.3 seconds |
| 2nd | Seidnazar | ||
| 3rd | Strikes Back | ||
| 2003 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Sanziro | 58.2 seconds |
| 2nd | Love Jeddah | ||
| 3rd | Insurgents | ||
| 2002 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Ra Sun | 58.3 seconds |
| 2nd | Pinchbeck | ||
| 3rd | Express Ball | ||
| 2001 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Bel Esprit | 57.0 seconds |
| 2nd | Nessuno | ||
| 3rd | Cousy | ||
| 2000 Maribyrnong Plate | 1st | Langoustine | 57.6 seconds |
| 2nd | Desert Angel | ||
| 3rd | Malagra Miss | ||
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