The W.S. Cox Plate is one of Australia’s most prestigious Group 1 Thoroughbred races, held annually by the Moonee Valley Racing Club at Moonee Valley Racecourse in Melbourne. This elite weight-for-age race covers 2040 metres and is open to horses aged three years and over. Renowned for its rich history, intensity, and world-class competition, the Cox Plate attracts the finest horses, jockeys, and trainers from around the globe each October.

The 2026 W.S. Cox Plate will take place on Saturday, 24 October 2026, with the main race scheduled for 5:40 PM.

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