We are really looking forward to this major race sponsorship next month. We’ll be in some esteemed company: the race has been won by some top horses including Lonhro in 2001 and 2003, Sunline in 1999 and Super Impose in 1990 and 1991.
2011 Markey Saddlery Warwick Stakes
It is one of the oldest races in Sydney, dating back to 1923 when it was first held as a Principal race. In 1979 it was upgraded to Group 2 status and has had just one distance change when the race was run over 1300m in 2001.
In 1987 Pablo’s Pulse won the race at odds of 500-1, the longest price winner of a Group or Listed race in Australian racing history.
It is currently a Group 2 weight-for-age race run over a distance of 1400m and worth $175,000 in prize money. The 2010 Warwick Stakes was won by Metal Bender (Tim Clark) from Triple Honour (Jim Cassidy) with Danleigh (Hugh Bowman) third.
Markey Saddlery are proud to be involved with the Warwick Stakes 2011 and we will be offering a trainer, jockey and strapper award for the winning horse. We’ll have more information for you soon.
