The Cox Plate, dubbed "The Race Where Legends Are Made," is Australia's pinnacle of horse racing, drawing the finest horses to Moonee Valley for a fierce 2040-metre contest. Since 1922, this Group 1 race has delivered legendary moments. Whether you're a punter interested in betting on the Cox Plate or just watching, our guide cuts through the noise to give you everything you need for the 2024 Cox Plate.
Table of Contents
- Cox Plate Details
- Cox Plate Odds
- Cox Plate Betting Markets
- How to Bet on the Cox Plate
- Cox Plate betting tips
- Cox Plate Field
- Past Winners of the Cox Plate
- Cox Plate Tickets
Cox Plate Details
Date | tbc |
Time | tbc |
Track | Moonee Valley Racecourse |
Distance | 2040 Metres |
Status | Group 1 |
Prize Money | $5,050,000 |
The Cox Plate is the second major race in the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival and usally takes place one week after the Caulfied Cup at the Moonee Valley Racecourse. This race is a key highlight of the Spring Racing Carnival, offering a prize pool of $5,050,000.
2024 Cox Plate Odds
Runner |
Win |
Place |
Prognosis | 3.30 | 1.40 |
Via Sistina | 4.40 | 1.60 |
Pride of Jenni | 5.50 | 1.80 |
Broadsiding | 5.50 | 1.85 |
Mr Brightside | 9.50 | 2.50 |
Docklands | 17.00 | 3.90 |
Evaporate | 21.00 | 4.60 |
Kovalica | 26.00 | 5.50 |
Royal Patronage | 31.00 | 6.00 |
These are the odds for the 2024 Cox Plate as of October 23, 2024 and may change. To view the latest odds, please click or tap on the button above.
Popular Cox Plate Betting Markets
Here are some popular betting markets for the Cox Plate that you will find on Unibet:
Bet Type | How it Works |
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Win Bet | Pick the horse you believe will finish first in the Cox Plate. |
Place Bet | Back a horse to finish in the top three at the Cox Plate. It offers a safer payout with higher chances than a win bet. |
Each-Way Bet | If your horse wins, you’ll collect both the Win and Place payouts. If it finishes 2nd or 3rd, you’ll only receive the Place payout. |
Quinella Bet | Pick two horses to finish 1st and 2nd in any order in the Cox Plate. Both must place for you to win the Quinella. |
Exacta Bet | Select the exact horses to finish 1st and 2nd in the correct order. Both must finish as predicted to win the Exacta. |
Trifecta Bet | Predict which horses will finish 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the exact order. All three must place exactly as selected to win the Trifecta. |
First Four | Select the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th horses in the correct order. All four must finish in those positions for you to win. |
Quadrella Bet (Quaddie) | Pick the winners of four specified races, including the Cox Plate. To win, all your selected horses must win their respective races. |
How to bet on the Cox Plate
Step 1 : Browse the odds and markets for the Cox Plate by heading over to our horse racing page.
Step 2 : Place your bet.
Step 3: If you are not a registered customer, you'll be redirected to our registration page.
Step 4: After signing up, deposit funds to cover your wagers.
If you need more information you can check out our guide on how to bet on horses.
Betting Tips for the Cox Plate
Tip #1 Analyse Track Conditions
Moonee Valley’s tight, turning track favours horses that handle pressure well. Study form on similar tracks, especially at Moonee Valley, to find those suited to the race.
Tip #2 Look for Proven Group 1 Performers
The Cox Plate is a high-class race. Focus on horses with Group 1 victories or top finishes in major races. Their proven ability in tough competition often translates into success.
Tip #3 Assess Weight-for-Age Form
Weight-for-age conditions make it a level playing field for top contenders. Prioritise horses that have performed well under these conditions, as it’s a good indicator of their ability to compete fairly.
Tip #4 Watch International Runners
International horses have made a strong impact in recent years. Keep an eye on overseas competitors with solid Group 1 form, especially from Europe and Japan, who bring class to the field.
Tip #5 Track Late Market Moves
Sharp changes in the betting market close to the race can reveal key information. Late money often signals confidence from stables or knowledgeable punters, so track market moves on race day.
2024 Cox Plate Field
The field for this year's Cox Plate will was released on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.
Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier |
---|---|---|---|
MR BRIGHTSIDE (NZ) | Ben, Will & JD Hayes | Craig Williams | 2 |
PROGNOSIS (JPN) | Mitsumasa Nakauchida | Damian Lane | 5 |
KOVALICA (NZ) | Chris Waller | Mark Zahra | 9 |
ROYAL PATRONAGE (FR) | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | Michael Dee | 3 |
DOCKLANDS (GB) | Harry Eustace | Blake Shinn | 1 |
PRIDE OF JENNI | Ciaron Maher | Declan Bates | 7 |
VIA SISTINA (IRE) | Chris Waller | James McDonald | 4 |
BROADSIDING | James Cummings | Ms Jamie Kah | 8 |
EVAPORATE (NZ) | Ben, Will & JD Hayes | Karis Teetan | 6 |
Favourites for the 2024 Cox Plate
Prognosis (JPN)
Profile
- Jockey: Damian Lane (59kgs)
- Trainer: Mitsumasa Nakauchida
- Age: 7yoH
Career Performance:
- 15 starts: 7 wins, 3 seconds, 2 thirds
- Prize Money: $2.5M
- Win Rate: 47%
- Place Rate: 80%
Recent Form and Key Races:
- 1st – March 2024, Chukyo (G2) over 2000m by 5 lengths, showcasing dominance at Group 2 level.
- 2nd – April 2024, Sha Tin QEII Cup (G1), narrowly beaten by Romantic Warrior, one of the top horses in Asia.
- 4th – August 2024, Japan (G2), solid performance but finished 3.1 lengths off the pace, indicating readiness but room for improvement.
Prognosis’s strong international form, experience over 2000m, and consistency at the Group level make him a deserving favourite for the 2024 Cox Plate. If he can replicate his Group 2 win from March and maintain his current form, he is well-positioned to clinch victory.
Via Sistina (IRE)
Profile
- Jockey: James McDonald (57kgs)
- Trainer: Chris Waller
- Age: 7yo Mare
- Career Performance: 18 starts: 8 wins, 4 seconds, 2 thirds
- Prize Money: $3.7M
- Win Rate: 44%
- Place Rate: 78%
- Last 10 Runs: 2x2x12x151
- Season Form: 3 starts: 2 wins, 0 seconds, 0 thirds
Recent Form and Key Races:
- 1st – October 2024, Turnbull Stakes (G1) at Flemington, 2000m (Soft 6), surged late to beat Buckaroo by 0.2L.
- 1st – August 2024, Winx Stakes (G1) at Randwick, 1400m (Good 4), finished with a strong burst to defeat Zougotcha by 0.1L.
- 5th – September 2024, Makybe Diva Stakes (G1) at Flemington, 1600m (Heavy 9), battled but fell 6.5L behind Mr Brightside.
- 2nd – April 2024, Queen Elizabeth Stakes (G1) at Randwick, 2000m (Good 4), finished 6.5L behind Pride Of Jenni.
- 1st – March 2024, Ranvet Stakes (G1) at Rosehill, 2000m (Good 4), held off Place Du Carrousel by 1.3L.
With Chris Waller’s guidance and James McDonald on board, Via Sistina is primed to contend in the Cox Plate, leveraging both form and experience to deliver a top performance. She has better track record of winning G1 races compared to Prognosis.
Pride of Jenni
Profile
- Jockey: Declan Bates (57kgs)
- Trainer: Ciaron Maher
- Age: 7yo Mare
- Prize Money: $9,959,490
- Career Performance: 33 starts: 8 wins, 9 seconds, 3 thirds
- Win Rate: 24%
- Place Rate: 61%
- Last 10 Runs: x2121x5212
- Season Form: 4 starts: 1 win, 2 seconds
- Recent Win: 3 weeks ago in the G2 Feehan Stakes at Moonee Valley
Recent Form and Key Races:
- 2nd – October 2024, King Charles III Stakes (G1) at Randwick, 1600m (Soft 5), fought strongly but narrowly beaten by Ceolwulf (NZ).
- 1st – September 2024, Feehan Stakes (G2) at Moonee Valley, 1600m (Good 4), led throughout and finished 1.5L ahead of Mr Brightside.
- 2nd – September 2024, Makybe Diva Stakes (G1) at Flemington, 1600m (Heavy 9), led most of the way but was overtaken by Mr Brightside in the final stages.
- 5th – August 2024, Memsie Stakes (G1) at Caulfield, 1400m (Good 3), led early but faded to finish 5.7L behind Pinstriped.
- 1st – April 2024, Queen Elizabeth Stakes (G1) at Randwick, 2000m (Good 4), dominated with a big lead to win comfortably by 6.5L over Via Sistina.
Pride Of Jenni’s ability to control races from the front and her strong finishing efforts make her a serious contender for the Cox Plate. With consistent Group 1 performances and a front-running style that challenges rivals to keep pace, she is a formidable opponent, especially under weight-for-age conditions.
Her recent victory in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes and second-place finish in the King Charles III Stakes further highlight her readiness for another major success.
Past Winners of the Cox Plate
Romantic Warrior won the 2023 Cox Plate with a time of 02:03.2. This was the fastest time since 2017 when Winx finished with a time of 02:02.9. This was the fastest finishing time since Solvit’s victory in the 1994 Cox Plate. Winx had won 4 consecutive editions (2015-2018) with Hugh Bowman. James McDonald has won two consecutive editions. He won the 2022 edition with a different horse, Anamoe.
Here is a list of the winners of the Cox Plate in the last twenty-five years:
Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Time |
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2023 | Romantic Warrior | James McDonald | Danny Shum | 02:03.2 |
2022 | Anamoe | James McDonald | James Cummings | 02:10.2 |
2021 | State Of Rest | John Allen | Joseph O'Brien | 02:07.0 |
2020 | Sir Dragonet | Glen Boss | Ciaron Maher & David Eustace | 02:08.5 |
2019 | Lys Gracieux | Damian Lane | Yoshito Yahagi | 02:04.2 |
2018 | Winx | Hugh Bowman | Chris Waller | 02:03.5 |
2017 | Winx | Hugh Bowman | Chris Waller | 02:02.9 |
2016 | Winx | Hugh Bowman | Chris Waller | 02:06.4 |
2015 | Winx | Hugh Bowman | Chris Waller | 02:03.0 |
2014 | Adelaide | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien | 02:03.8 |
2013 | Shamus Award | Chad Schofield | Danny O'Brien | 02:05.3 |
2012 | Ocean Park | Glen Boss | Gary Hennessy | 02:04.1 |
2011 | Pinker Pinker | Craig Williams | Greg Eurell | 02:05.4 |
2010 | So You Think | Steve Arnold | Bart Cummings | 02:07.5 |
2009 | So You Think | Glen Boss | Bart Cummings | 02:04.0 |
2008 | Maldivian | Michael Rodd | Mark Kavanagh | 02:06.9 |
2007 | El Segundo | Luke Nolen | Colin Little | 02:06.3 |
2006 | Fields Of Omagh | Craig Williams | David Hayes | 02:06.9 |
2005 | Makybe Diva | Glen Boss | Lee Freedman | 02:09.3 |
2004 | Savabeel | Chris Munce | Graeme Rogerson | 02:06.9 |
2003 | Fields Of Omagh | Steven King | Tony McEvoy | 02:07.6 |
2002 | Northerly | Patrick Payne | Fred Kersley | 02:06.3 |
2001 | Northerly | Damien Oliver | Fred Kersley | 02:05.8 |
2000 | Sunline | Greg Childs | Trevor McKee | 02:07.7 |
1999 | Sunline | Greg Childs | Trevor McKee | 02:05.4 |
1998 | Might and Power | Jim Cassidy | Jack Denham | 02:03.5 |
2024 Cox Plate Tickets
You can buy the tickets for the Cox Plate on Moonee Valley Racing Club's website. At the time of writing on September 19, 2024 here are the packages and their prices for non-members:
Gold Cup Night
Ticket Type | Price |
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General Admission | $30 |
Lawn Party | $400 |
Cox Plate Day
Here are the prices for the Cox Plate Day. The Value pack includes the price of admission, three drinks and a food voucher.
Ticket Type | Price |
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General Admission | $70 |
Lawn Party | $400 |
Value Pack | $110 |