Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted October 4, 2023 Journalists Share Posted October 4, 2023 Odds Bookmakers News Field Past Winners Hill Stakes Group Two Betting Guide Date: Saturday, October 7, 2023 Location: Rosehill Racecourse – Sydney, New South Wales Prize Money: $2,000,000 Distance: 1900m Held at Rosehill Gardens, the Hill Stakes is a 1900m Group 2 horse racing event. Run in early October annually, in 2023 the Hill Stakes is run for $2,000,000. Just two mares have won the Hill Stakes, with Verry Elleegant (2019) and Miss Marielle (2009) the only females to have won this race since 2003. Several superstars of the turf have gone on to win the Hill Stakes. The most notable winners of the Hill Stakes include: Cascadian (2022), Think It Over (2021), Verry Elleegant (2019), Hartnell (2016), Preferment (2015), Desert War (2005/2006), Tie The Knot (1999), Saintly (1996), Super Impose (1991), Emancipation (1983), Gunsynd (1972), Baguette (1971), Eskimo Prince (1965), Sky High (1962), Redcraze (1956/1957), Hydrogen (1952/1953), Bernborough (1946), Shannon (1945), Peter Pan (1932/1935), Chatham (1933/1934), Phar Lap (1930/1931) and Gloaming (1922). 2023 Hill Stakes Betting Odds Cascadian winning the 2022 Hill Stakes. Photo: Racing NSW The 2023 Hill Stakes odds as of October 3 look like this: Montefilia – +300 Hoo Ya Mal – +350 Atishu – +500 Duais – +500 Hope In Your Heart – +700 Zeyrek – +1000 Complete Hill Stakes odds available at Dabble. Best Hill Stakes bookmakers The Hill Stakes is one race during the Sydney spring carnival that is attracting plenty of early betting interest, so online bookmakers tend to open early all-in markets. Bookmakers will have markets for Hill Stakes throughout the week of the race, and punters will still get great odds and the best value. All of our recommended horse betting sites offer betting on the Hill Stakes and bookmaker bonuses will also be available in the days leading up to the race. These horse racing betting sites generally have apps available for iOS and Android smartphones. Sport Table Latest Hill Stakes News Hill Stakes attracts classy field of 14 runners Australia horse racing news 4 hours ago The time-honoured Group 2 Hill Stakes (1900m) moves back to Rosehill Gardens this Saturday for the first time since 2011 … Read More Pennyweka being set for Sydney spring New Zealand horse racing news 3 weeks ago Multiple Group 1 winner Pennyweka is set to make her way to Sydney for an exciting spring campaign according to … Read More Cascadian wins Hill Stakes at Randwick Australia horse racing news 1 year ago He might not consistently wow punters like Anamoe or Zaaki, but for an eight-year-old, Cascadian still commands plenty of respect … Read More Randwick full racing tips & quaddie picks | Saturday, October 1 Horse Racing Tips 1 year ago Royal Randwick plays host to a massive 10-race program on Saturday afternoon headlined by the Group 1 Epsom Handicap (1600m) … Read More 2023 Hill Stakes Final Field No. Silks Horse Trainer Jockey Barrier Weight 1 Numerian Annabel Neasham Ryan Maloney 15 59kg 2 Zeyrek Michael, Wayne & John Hawkes Tommy Berry 7 59kg 3 Young Werther Danny O’Brien Billy Egan 14 59kg 4 Luncies Kris Less Tim Clark 3 59kg 5 No Compromise Chris Waller Tyler Schiller 16 59kg 6 Protagonist Kris Lees Dylan Gibbons 1 59kg 7 Hoo Ya Mal Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott Adam Hyeronimus 6 59kg 8 Sky Lab Paul Perry Kathy O’Hara 4 59kg 9 Hosier Mark Minervini Rachel King 8 59kg 10 Mount Popa Michael, Wayne & John Hawkes Koby Jennings 10 59kg 11 Montefilia Chris Waller Nash Rawiller 2 57kg 12 Hinged Chris Waller Brett Prebble 5 57kg 13 Magical Lagoon Chris Waller Kerrin McEvoy 9 57kg 14 Fireburn Gary Portelli Jason Collett 11 56kg 15 Hezashocka (1E) Mick Price & Michael Kent (Jnr) Zac Lloyd 12 59kg 16 Ironclad (2E) Will Clarken & Nikki O’Shea TBC 13 59kg Previous Hill Stakes Field 2022 Hill Stakes field No. Silks Horse Trainer Jockey Barrier Weight 1 Cascadian James Cummings James McDonald 8 59kg 2 Numerian Annabel Neasham Tommy Berry 3 59kg 3 Stockman Joseph Pride N/A 2 59kg 4 Yonkers Chris Waller William Pike 1 59kg 5 Elephant Emma-Lee & David Browne Hugh Bowman 6 59kg 6 Luncies Kris Lees Tim Clark 4 59kg 7 Kiss The Bride Bjorn Baker Dylan Gibbons 7 59kg 8 Montefilia David Payne Jason Collett 5 57kg 2022 Hill Stakes result 1st – Cascadian (+180) 2nd – Numerian (+140) 3rd – Montefilia (NTD) Recent Hill Stakes winners 2022: Cascadian thrashes rivals He might not consistently wow punters like Anamoe or Zaaki, but for an eight-year-old, Cascadian still commands plenty of respect. He was far too good for his competitors in the Hill Stakes at Randwick, comfortably winning the $1 million Group 2 feature over 2000m by almost 3.5 lengths. When the $2.20 favourite Montefilia ran out of gas at the 300m mark, that was when $2.80 winning chance Cascadian pounced for James Cummings, with star jockey James McDonald aboard. 2021: Think It Over arrives in time In the wake of Verry Elleegant’s withdrawal from the 2021 Group 2 Hill Stakes (2000m) to compete in Melbourne, the spotlight turned to Think It Over. Despite the absence of his formidable rival, Think It Over faced a challenging battle as the $1.75 favourite. The determined gelding, guided by Nash Rawiller’s expertise, navigated the length of the Randwick straight. It wasn’t until the final moments that he managed to overtake leader Shared Ambition ($6.50), securing victory by a narrow margin of a short head. The gallant Cepheus ($51) finished a commendable 1.25 lengths behind in third place. 2020: Kolding hands Waller another Hill Stakes win Guided by the unstoppable James McDonald, Kolding showcased an impressive performance in the 2020 Hill Stakes. Positioned strategically on the speed, Kolding maintained an unyielding gallop, ultimately triumphing over Avilius by a convincing two lengths, with Fierce Impact closely following in third by a mere half-neck. The victory came a year after Kolding’s success in the Group 1 Epsom Handicap (1600m) and a recent triumph in the George Main Stakes (1600m). Despite initial skepticism about Kolding’s ability to excel beyond a mile, his champion trainer remained unwavering in confidence. In the race, Fierce Impact, the $2.30 favorite, opted for a restrained strategy, settling to the rear of the field from barrier six of eight under Nash Rawiller. Meanwhile, Kolding ($3.60) and Avilius ($6.50) positioned themselves ahead in the running order. As the race unfolded, Just Thinkin’ ($9) secured an uncontested lead but relinquished the advantage upon straightening. It was then that Kolding seized the opportunity, and Avilius, equipped with blinkers for the first time, gave chase. Kolding maintained a two-length advantage at the finish line, securing James McDonald a remarkable achievement of four winners on a Group 1 race day. 2019: Verry Elleegant gets nose down in time Verry Elleegant made a triumphant return to the winner’s circle, securing a dramatic victory in the Hill Stakes at Randwick and rekindling her prospects for major spring races. Trainer Chris Waller, buoyed by the mare’s impressive performance, expressed that both the Cox Plate and Caulfield Cup are once again viable options for Verry Elleegant following her Group 2 Hill Stakes triumph. The Australian Oaks champion from the spring, Verry Elleegant, had faced challenges with her racing manners in the past. Waller and his dedicated team, however, diligently addressed these concerns, and their hard work paid off in the Hill Stakes. Overcoming a moderate tempo, Verry Elleegant, priced at $2.40, showcased her resilience by making a compelling late surge from near-last. In a thrilling finish, she managed to edge past Samadoubt ($5.50) in the final bound, clinching victory by a mere nose. Life Less Ordinary ($7.50) finished a commendable three-quarters of a length behind in third place. Hill Stakes winners Hill Stakes Past Winners Year Horse Jockey Trainer 2022 Cascadian James McDonald James Cummings 2021 Think It Over Nash Rawiller Kerry Parker 2020 Kolding James McDonald Chris Waller 2019 Verry Elleegant James McDonald Chris Waller 2018 Ace High Tye Angland David Payne 2017 Classic Uniform Michael Walker Gary Moore 2016 Hartnell James McDonald John O’Shea 2015 Preferment Hugh Bowman Chris Waller 2014 Junoob Blake Shinn Chris Waller 2013 Moriarty Nash Rawiller Chris Waller 2012 Lamasery Peter Robl David Vandyke 2011 Trusting Joao Moreira John Thompson 2010 Descarado Peter Robl Gai Waterhouse 2009 Miss Marielle Peter Robl Joseph Pride 2008 Fiumicino Glen Boss John Hawkes 2007 Race Not Held 2006 Desert War Larry Cassidy Gai Waterhouse 2005 Desert War Jim Byrne Gai Waterhouse 2004 Natural Blitz Danny Beasley Doug Harrison 2003 Excellerator Jim Cassidy Gai Waterhouse 2002 Dress Circle Lenny Beasley Gai Waterhouse 2001 Mulan Princess Chris Munce Gai Waterhouse 2000 Pasta Express John Marshall Paul Cave Hill Stakes winners pre-2000 Hill Stakes Past Winners Pre 2000 Year Horse 1999 Tie The Knot 1998 Arena 1997 Ebony Grosve 1996 Saintly 1995 Stony Bay 1994 Slight Chance 1993 Silk Ali 1992 Muirfield Village 1991 Super Impose 1990 Eastern Classic 1989 Riverina Charm 1988 Natural Habit 1987 Beau Zam 1986 Colour Page 1985 Greatness 1984 Trissaro 1983 Emancipation 1982 Cossack Prince 1981 Canarthus 1980 Silver Wraith 1979 Imposing 1978 Marceau 1977 Carlaw 1976 Ngawyni 1975 Skyjack 1974 Leica Lover 1973 Grand Cidium 1972 Gunsynd 1971 Baguette 1970 Flagrante 1969 Black Onyx 1968 Eternal Youth 1967 Winfreux 1966 Prince Grant 1965 Eskimo Princee 1964 Toi Port 1963 Toi Port 1962 Sky High 1961 Lord Fury 1960 Waipari 1959 Noholme 1958 Skyline 1957 Redcraze 1956 Redcraze 1955 Somerset Fair 1954 Prince Cortauld 1953 Hydrogen 1952 Hydrogen 1951 San Domenico 1950 Playboy 1949 Vagabond 1948 Dark Marne 1947 Columnist 1946 Bernborough 1945 Shannon 1944 Mayfowl 1943 Yaralla 1942 Yaralla 1941 High Caste 1940 Beau Vite 1939 Gold Rod 1938 Gold Rod 1937 Talking 1936 Silver Ring 1935 Peter Pan 1934 Chatham 1933 Chatham 1932 Peter Pan 1931 Phar Lap 1930 Phar Lap 1929 Winalot 1928 Limerick 1927 Limerick 1926 Valicare 1925 The Hawk 1924 Ballymena 1923 The Hawk 1922 Gloaming 1921 Beauford View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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