Myer Classic – Saturday November 4th, 2017
1600m | Group 1 WFA F&M | Flemington Racecourse | Prize money: $500,000
Myer Classic General Information
The Group 1 Myer Classic (also known as the Empire Rose Stakes) is one of the premier middle distance races held during the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. It is generally held on the first day of the four day Melbourne Cup Carnival; Derby Day. The race is generally considered one of the ‘grand finals’ for middle distance fillies and mares during the Spring.
The race is held over a distance of 1600m at weight-for-age conditions and is restricted to Fillies and Mares only. The prize purse sits at $500,000 with the winner taking home $300,000.
History of the Myer Classic
The Myer Classic is officially registered as the Empire Rose Stakes, named after champion mare Empire Rose, who successfully completed the 1988 Mackinnon Stakes – Melbourne Cup double. The race was inaugurated in 1988, but only became Group 1 status in 2004.
Despite its short history, the race has been won by some high-level fillies and mares, including; Divine Madonna, Typhoon Tracy and Red Tracer.
Myer Classic Key Statistics
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- The Cox Plate has proved a successful lead-up race in the past, with numerous mares going on to win the Myer Classic after competing
- Since 1988, there have been 9 winners at double-figure odds, including 6 in the past 10 years
- Michael Rodd is the best performed jockey in the race with 3 wins under his belt
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Past Winners of the Myer Classic (Last 20 editions)
| Year | Myer Classic Winners |
|---|---|
| 2016 | I Am A Star |
| 2015 | Politeness |
| 2014 | Bonaria |
| 2013 | Red Tracer |
| 2012 | Appearance |
| 2011 | Hurtle Myrtle |
| 2010 | Sacred Choice |
| 2009 | Typhoon |
| 2008 | Forensics |
| 2007 | Divine Madonna |
| 2006 | Lyrical Bid |
| 2005 | Lotteria |
| 2004 | Miss Potential |
| 2003 | Zanna |
| 2002 | Miss Zoe |
| 2001 | Market Price |
| 2000 | Super Sequel |
| 1999 | Noircir |
| 1998 | Bonanova |
| 1997 | Prairie |
Early Betting on the Myer Classic
The Myer Classic is wide open this year with favouritism currently shared between talents Egg Tart, Foxplay and Global Glamour. Last year’s winner I Am A Star is also in the mix.
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