Being one of the most highly anticipated races on the calendar, the host day to the W.S. Cox Plate is sure to produce a huge amount of attention. And that it does. The Cox Plate day is the ultimate racing experience at Melbourne’s Moonee Valley Racecourse.
Headlined by the hugely lucrative $3 million Group One Cox Plate (2040m), the track draws some of Australia’s and indeed other country’s most talented runners for the Cox Plate Day. The order of races held on the Cox Plate Day is listed below;
| Race No. | Time * | Race Name | Race Status | Distance | Prizemoney |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Race 1 | 12:35pm | Microflite Helicopters Inglis Banner | 1000m | $250,000 Plus $30,000 SV Bonus | |
| Race 2 | 1:20pm | Arrow Training Services Stakes | LISTED | 1600m | $100,000 Plus $10,000 SV Bonus |
| Race 3 | 2:05pm | 1300 Australia Stakes | GROUP 3 | 1200m | $150,000 Plus $10,000 SV Bonus |
| Race 4 | 2:40pm | Patinack Farm Crystal Mile | GROUP 2 | 1600m | $200,000 |
| Race 5 | 3:20pm | Schweppes Stakes | GROUP 2 | 1200m | $300,000 |
| Race 6 | 4:00pm | AAMI Vase | GROUP 2 | 2040m | $200,000 Plus $10,000 SV Bonus |
| Race 7 | 4:40pm | Cathay Pacific Airways Cup | GROUP 2 | 2500m | $250,000 |
| Race 8 | 5:35pm | Tatts Cox Plate | GROUP 1 | 2040m | $3,000,000 |
| Race 9 | 6:20pm | Pulse Pharmacy Stakes | GROUP 3 | 1600m | $150,000 |
* Note that all race times are in local Melbourne time which is AEDST.
With all the thrilling racing action it is the perfect opportunity for keen horseracing punters to get in and amongst the odds. The Cox Plate also provides a perfect lead up race into spring features such as the Caulfield Cup and the most highly respected Australian horserace – the Melbourne Cup.
While the action on the field is the true call card, the action off it is a close second-best. The countdown to the Cox Plate jump is celebrated almost as much as the race itself. With superb entertainment, top quality fashion parades and even racing tips – Moonee Valley puts on the best experience when it comes to Cox Plate Day.
In the lead up to the Cox Plate jump, horse racing fans are treated to a special breakfast, the Cox Plate Ball, barrier draw breakfast, business luncheon and ladies’ fashion luncheon. On the Cox Plate Raceday itself, there are four David Jones Fashions on the field categories to get the adrenaline flowing before the horses do. On offer is the ‘Head Turning Hats’, the ‘Mens Signature Style’, ‘Ladies Classic Racewear’ and ‘Young Contemporary’ categories. So when it comes to the Cox Plate Day there is truly something for everyone. With superb options when it comes to raceday dining, the day can be topped off with either a stunning package, or a well deserved drink at the many bars to celebrate your winning punts.
