Gold Rush.

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The Gold Rush is a relatively new jewel in Western Australia’s summer racing crown, held at Ascot Racecourse over 1400 metres. This race instantly became one of WA’s richest races following its reintroduction (Underwent a name change from The AJ Scahill Stakes to The Gold Rush in 2022) and its impressive prize money pool of $1.5 million. The event forms part of Perth’s revamped Pinnacles Carnival, which also features the Railway Stakes, Winterbottom Stakes, and Northerly Stakes. The Gold Rush provides a lucrative target for sprinter-milers in December, ensuring elite eastern and western stables converge on Perth for an extended racing festival.

The Gold Rush has injected fresh energy into WA racing, encouraging interstate participation and increasing national attention on the Perth summer circuit. Its timing after the eastern carnivals allows top-level horses to travel west, creating strong cross-state rivalries. The race also honours Western Australia’s gold mining heritage, tying modern sport to the region’s history of enterprise and ambition. With its generous prize money and festive atmosphere, The Gold Rush has quickly cemented its reputation as a must-watch event in the closing stages of the racing year.

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Recent Results

The Gold Rush has proven its worth following its rebrand by showcasing true thoroughbred talent. Here are some of its prior winners:

2026 - TBD, Saturday 12th December

2025 - Ray Magnerio

2024 - Western Empire

2023 - Munhamek

2022 - The Astrologist

2021 - Valour Road

2020 - Kementari

2019 - The Celt

2018 - Arcadia Prince

2017 - Silverstream

2016 - Vega Magic

2015 - Watermans Bay

2014 - Watermans Bay

2013 - Conservatorium

2012 - Power Princess

2011 - Grand Nirvana

2010 - Waratah's Secret