The Flight Stakes

What Is The Flight Stakes?

The Flight Stakes is a premier Group 1 horse race exclusively for three-year-old fillies, held over 1,600 metres at the iconic Randwick Racecourse in Sydney. As the final leg of the renowned Princess Series, The Flight Stakes showcases the best young female thoroughbreds in Australia. 

Key Facts

• Focus Keyword: The Flight Stakes
• Class: Group 1
• Eligible Horses: Three-year-old fillies
• Location: Randwick Racecourse, Sydney, NSW
• Distance: 1,600m
• Track: Right-handed, turf
• Total Prize Money: $750,000 (2025)

When Was The Flight Stakes First Run?

Named in honour of the champion mare Flight, who dominated Australian racing in the 1940s, the Flight Stakes has been a staple of the Sydney Spring since its inception. Its mile distance and set weight conditions allow talented fillies to display their class and stamina, making it a critical race for those aiming at staying races later in the season.

When Is The Flight Stakes Held?

The Flight Stakes is run each year during early October as part of a blockbuster card including the Epsom Handicap and The Metropolitan at Randwick.

How Long Is The Flight Stakes?

The Flight Stakes is run over a distance of 1,600 metres. The “Randwick Mile” tests both speed and stamina.

How Many Runners Are In The Flight Stakes?

The race traditionally attracts between 12 and 18 runners, though field sizes can vary slightly depending on acceptances.

Previous Winners of The Flight Stakes

The Flight Stakes has seen legendary fillies etch their names into the record books, with some winners going on to unforgettable careers. Among them, Samantha Miss (2008) and Angst (1993) stand out for claiming all four legs of the Princess Series.