Railway Stakes.
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The Railway Stakes is one of Western Australia’s most prestigious and time-honoured races, serving as the headline event of the Perth Summer Racing Carnival. Run over a distance of 1600 metres at Ascot Racecourse in Perth, this Group 1 handicap offers a prize pool of $1.5 million, attracting elite milers from across the country. First contested in 1887, it holds the distinction of being Western Australia’s oldest Group 1 race, making it a cornerstone of the national racing calendar and a source of immense local pride. Traditionally run in late November, the Railway Stakes marks the beginning of a rich racing series in the west, preceding other major events such as the Winterbottom Stakes and the Northerly Stakes. Its position at the forefront of the carnival ensures it often features a blend of emerging local stars and seasoned interstate contenders, each vying for victory in one of Australia’s most competitive mile races.
Over the decades, the Railway Stakes has built a reputation for thrilling finishes and memorable performances, often serving as a launchpad for horses destined for greater national success. The handicap conditions ensure a wide-open contest, adding to the race’s unpredictability and excitement for punters and fans alike. A defining moment in the race’s storied history came in 2011, when the exceptional gelding Luckygray overcame a dramatic protest to be awarded victory, becoming the first horse in more than 70 years to win the Railway Stakes at just his ninth career start. He went on to claim the race again in 2013, etching his name into Western Australian racing folklore and reinforcing the Railway Stakes’ status as a true test of class, courage, and consistency.
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Recent Results
The Railway Stakes event is always a popular showcase of top thoroughbred talent and racing action. Here are some of the recent champions:
2026 - TBD, Saturday 21st November
2025 - Watch Me Rock
2024 - Port Lockroy
2023 - Bustler
2022 - Trix Of The Trade
2021 - Western Empire
2020 - Inspirational Girl
2019 - Regal Power
2018 - Galaxy Star
2017 - Great Shot
2016 - Scales Of Justice
2015 - Good Project
2014 - Elite Belle
2013 - Luckygray
2012 - Mr Moet
2011 - Luckygray
2010 - Gathering