The WS Cox Plate race is one of the premier races in Australia. A Group 1 hosted by the Moonee Valley Racing Club, the Cox Plate is a $5 million event.
One of the major lead-up races to the Melbourne Cup Carnival, the no.1 event at Moonee Valley Racecourse features some of the very best horses in the world. We have all the info you need, including barrier stats, race history and more. The WS Cox Plate horse race is part of the most famous Group 1 races in Melbourne, Australia such as the Melbourne Cup and the Caulfield Cup.
Race History
The WS Cox Plate race was inaugurated back in 1922 and will soon have its centenary running. The race was named for William S. Cox, the racing club’s founder.
Over time, the Cox Plate has grown to become one of the most important races anywhere in the world of thoroughbred races, the latest renewal being worth some $5 million.
WS Cox Plate Race Results 2023
There’s no doubt Winx was the best multiple Cox Plate winner ever. In 2023 however, it was the combination of Danny Shum and James McDonald that came out on top, securing McDonald’s second successive Cox Plate victory. Here’s the first four home:
- Romantic Warrior
- Mr Brightside
- Alligator Blood
- Duais
Past Winners
Racing greats Makybe Diva, Winx, and So You Think have all won this race in recent times. Here are the last ten Cox Plate winners:
- 2023 – Romantic Warrior
- 2022 – Anamoe
- 2021 – State of Rest
- 2020 – Sir Dragonet
- 2019 – Lys Gracieux
- 2018 – Winx
- 2017 – Winx
- 2016 – Winx
- 2015 – Winx
- 2014 – Adelaide
WS Cox Plate Barrier Draw Statistics
The field takes four crucial turns in the Cox Plate, making the barrier draw potentially crucial. Nobody wants to be stuck on the outside, even in a 2040-metre race. The recent stats don’t actually back up that an inside barrier is essential, with winners being drawn right across the track.
How to Live Stream the 2024 WS Cox Plate Race
The easiest way to live stream the WS Cox Plate race is via a good online bookmaker. You may need to have a funded account and/or use the Cox Plate betting to get involved. Always check your terms and conditions.
Live streaming online is available in high quality and with race commentary included. But, make sure you pick a bookie with solid Cox Plate odds as well as streaming capability.
FAQ
Your most important questions answered about the 2024 WS Cox Plate race.
This year’s race will be staged on Saturday, October 26th.
The Cox Plate field is tasked with chasing a total prize fund of some $5,000,000.
The race is run over a distance of 2040 meters, or just over a mile-and-a-quarter.
