Looking for this year’s Manikato Stakes betting odds, field and tips? The expert tipsters at Neds have put together everything you need to know.
manikato Stakes 2025 Results
The official 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes results will be available below once the race takes place on Friday, September 26, 2025.
- #7 Charm Stone
- #2 Baraqiel
- #5 Magic Time
The Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr trained mare Charm Stone ($31) was enormous in her spring campaign kickoff when given a perfectly timed ride by Blake Shinn from a good gate to surge clear inside the final 100m and beat track specialist Baraqiel home in the 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes results on Friday night.
| 7. Charm Stone (2) J: Blake Shinn 56.5kg 2x10xT: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | ||
| 2. Baraqiel (7) J: Ben Allen 58.5kg 63x11T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin | ||
| 5. Magic Time (1) J: Michael Dee 56.5kg 367x1T: Grahame Begg | ||
| 6. Lady Shenandoah (10) J: James McDonald 56.5kg 111x2T: Chris Waller | ||
| 10. Ameena (4) J: Mark Zahra 56.5kg x24x5T: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 3. Payline (9) J: Justin Huxtable 58.5kg 398x5T: Chris & Corey Munce | ||
| 1. Rothfire (8) J: Nash Rawiller 58.5kg 427x9T: Robert Heathcote | ||
| 4. Sir Sway (3) J: Lachlan Neindorf 58.5kg 822x0T: Sue & Jason Jaensch | ||
| 8. Skybird (6) J: John Allen 56.5kg 0x1x6T: Mitchell Freedman | ||
| 9. Alabama Lass (5) J: Craig Williams 56.5kg 211x2T: Ken & Bev Kelso |
Named after the legendary five-time William Reid Stakes champion Manikato (1979-83), who also won this race twice (back when it was called the Freeway Stakes), the Manikato Stakes is a Group 1 sprint conducted at The Valley.
It was previously held on a Saturday in late October alongside the Cox Plate and recently ran on the Friday night under the lights before Cox Plate Day. In 2022 was moved from the abandoned Friday night meeting at Moonee Valley to take place on the Saturday where it remained for the 2023 edition.
In 2024 a change to the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival line-up saw the Manikato Stakes run at The Valley on a Friday night in late September, a month earlier than in previous years.
Run over 1200 metres the weight-for-age feature offers $2 million in prize money as of 2022 and has been run and won since 1968.
In recent years the AJ Moir Stakes has been a good lead-up race into the Manikato Stakes that has been won by many champion racehorses including four Cox Plate winners Strawberry Road (1983), Rubiton (1987), Dane Ripper (1997) and Sunline (2000).
Imperatriz (2023) was the last to do the Moir Stakes – Manikato Stakes double at Moonee Valley.
Manikato Stakes 2025 – Fast Facts
- Race Day: Friday, September 26, 2025
- Track Location: Moonee Valley Racecourse
- Track Surface: Turf
- Track Direction: Left-handed
- Race Distance: 1,200 metres
- Weight Conditions: Weight for age
- Qualification: Three-year-olds and over
- Type: Thoroughbred
- Grade: Group 1
- Operator: Moonee Valley Racing Club
- Prize Purse: $2,000,000
- Inaugural Race: 1968
- 2025 Manikato Stakes Winner: Charm Stone
Manikato Stakes Betting 2025
There are many different ways to bet on the Manikato Stakes, and we have included some of the most popular options below:
| Bet Type | How To Place This Type Of Bet In This Year’s Manikato Stakes |
|---|---|
| Win Bet | Place your bet on the horse you think will take first place in this year’s Manikato Stakes. |
| Place Bet | Place your bet on the horse you think will place in the top three finishers at this year’s Manikato Stakes. Pays less than a win bet, but offers safer odds. |
| Each-Way Bet | If your runner finishes 1st in the Manikato Stakes, you will collect both the Win and the Place dividend. If your horse finishes 2nd or 3rd you will collect the Place dividend. |
| Quinella Bet | You must select the runners that finish 1st and 2nd in any order, within the Manikato Stakes, in order to win the Quinella. |
| Exacta Bet | You must select the runners that finish 1st and 2nd in the correct order, within the Manikato Stakes to win the Exacta. |
| Trifecta Bet | You must select runners to finish 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the correct order, within the Manikato Stakes to win the Trifecta. |
| First Four | You must select runners that finish 1st, 2nd ,3rd and 4th in the correct order, within the Manikato Stakes to win the First 4. |
| Quadrella Bet (Quaddie) | You must select the winners of four nominated races to win the Quaddie. This means you would have to select three other races apart from the Manikato Stakes, in order to be eligible to place a Quaddie. |
How To Bet On The Manikato Stakes In 2025
There are many different ways to bet on the Manikato Stakes, and we have included some of the most popular options below:
- Login at neds.com.au
- Make a deposit, using your credit card, PayPal or other safe electronic method
- Make sure to check out form guide, once it’s released
- Decide what kind of bet you’re going to place (Win, Place, Each-Way, Trifecta + more betting options, please read our section on Manikato Stakes Betting above).
- Select the horse(s) for the race.
WHICH HORSE WILL WIN THE manikato STAKES IN 2025?
Which horse will win the 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes comes down to a number of key form factors including the barriers, form over the 1200m sprint distance, record at the notoriously tight Moonee Valley circuit and their previous Group 1 race experience in early Melbourne spring races.
When selecting the Manikato Stakes winner it is also important to consider:
- Inside Alley: Barrier one has produced four Manikato Stakes winners since 2009 most recently Bella Nipotina (2022).
- Moir Lead-Up: The Group 1 Moir Stakes (1000m) held at the same track the month prior was the key Manikato Stakes lead-up with Bella Nipotina (2nd in 2022) and Imperatriz (1st in 2023) the latest Manikato winners to come via that race before the Manikato moved to September ahead of the 2024 edition.
manikato STAKES FAVOURITES 2025
The early favourites in 2025 Manikato Stakes betting include first-up Concorde Stakes runner-up Lady Shenandoah chasing her fourth Group 1 success, Moir Stakes champion Baraqiel who is undefeated at The Valley, and the autumn’s Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning winning mare Skybird.
From 2007-2025 seven Manikato Stakes favourites have saluted for the punters, most recently Jonker ($5.50 in 2021) and the odds-on elect Imperatriz ($1.40 in 2023).
Manikato Stakes Field 2025
The official Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes 2025 final field of acceptances is announced by the Moonee Valley Racing Club (MVRC) on the Tuesday of race week and will be published in full below.
The 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes field features 10 sprinters with Chris Waller’s Concorde Stakes runner-up Lady Shenandoah the favourite to win her first Moonee Valley assignment, while the Moir Stakes winner Baraqiel is unbeaten at the track chasing a hat-trick this prep.
The barrier draw took place at 5pm (AEST) on Tuesday evening with the favourite, Lady Shenandoah, drawing the outside alley (10).
| Entrant | Last 6 | Sex | Barrier | Weight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1. Rothfire
J: Nash Rawiller
T: Robert Heathcote |
x427x9 | G | 8 | 58.5kg | |
|
2. Baraqiel
J: Ben Allen
T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin |
163x11 | G | 7 | 58.5kg | |
|
3. Payline
J: Justin Huxtable
T: Chris & Corey Munce |
9398x5 | G | 9 | 58.5kg | |
|
4. Sir Sway
J: Lachlan Neindorf
T: Sue & Jason Jaensch |
2822x0 | G | 3 | 58.5kg | |
|
5. Magic Time
J: Michael Dee
T: Grahame Begg |
1367x1 | M | 1 | 56.5kg | |
|
6. Lady Shenandoah
J: James McDonald
T: Chris Waller |
x111x2 | M | 10 | 56.5kg | |
|
7. Charm Stone
J: Blake Shinn
T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr |
82x10x | M | 2 | 56.5kg | |
|
8. Skybird
J: John Allen
T: Mitchell Freedman |
70x1x6 | M | 6 | 56.5kg | |
|
9. Alabama Lass
J: Craig Williams
T: Ken & Bev Kelso |
x211x2 | M | 5 | 56.5kg | |
|
10. Ameena
J: Mark Zahra
T: Anthony & Sam Freedman |
7x24x5 | M | 4 | 56.5kg |
Manikato Stakes 2025 Tips
Favourite: #6 Lady Shenandoah ($2.40 at time of publish) – BET NOW
Best Bet: #2 Baraqiel ($4.80 at time of publish) – BET NOW
Roughie: #9 Alabama Lass ($7.50 at time of publish) – BET NOW
Our exclusive Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes 2025 betting tips and selections will be detailed here the week of the race and full Manikato Stakes Night tips available on the Neds Blog.
CLICK HERE FOR OUR COMPLETE 2025 MANIKATO STAKES NIGHT PREVIEW & TIPS
Manikato Stakes Race day 2025
The 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes takes place at Moonee Valley Racecourse on Friday, September 26, 2025. The other Group status races on the Manikato Stakes Night card in 2025 include the:
- Group 2 Feehan Stakes (1600m),
- Group 2 Stocks Stakes (1500m),
- Group 2 Stutt Stakes (1600m), and the
- Group 3 Scarborough Stakes (1200m).
manikato STAKES 2025 BARRIER DRAW
The official 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes barrier draw takes place the week of the race and will be published in our above Manikato Stakes Field section.
The 2025 Manikato Stakes barrier draw takes place at 5:00pm (AEST) on Tuesday the 23rd of September.
Manikato Stakes 2025 Nominations
The 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes nominations are taken on Monday the 22nd of September 2025.
The 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes nominations are extended until 10:00AM (AEST) – 23/09/2025
The Manikato Stakes 2025 nominations feature a quality line-up of spring sprinters led in all-in betting by Chris Waller’s triple Group 1 winning mare and confirmed The Everest contender Lady Shenandoah.
| Last 10 | Horse | Sex | Age | Trainer | Hcp Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1112x211x2 | ALABAMA LASS | M | 4 | Ken & Bev Kelso | 109 |
| 2 | x1277x24x5 | AMEENA | M | 4 | Anthony & Sam Freedman | 103 |
| 3 | 1331163×11 | BARAQIEL | G | 7 | Leon & Troy Corstens & Will Larkin | 112 |
| 4 | x738x2x10x | CHARM STONE | M | 5 | Mick Price & Michael Kent (Jnr) | 107 |
| 5 | 8×1113 | JIMMY RECARD | C | 3 | Ciaron Maher | 86 |
| 6 | 2x11x111x2 | LADY SHENANDOAH | M | 4 | Chris Waller | 114 |
| 7 | 422x1367x1 | MAGIC TIME | M | 6 | Grahame Begg | 113 |
| 8 | 51x69398x5 | PAYLINE | G | 5 | Chris & Corey Munce | 104 |
| 9 | 11382458×5 | PRAIRIE FLOWER | M | 6 | Will Clarken | 96 |
| 10 | x864x427x9 | ROTHFIRE | G | 8 | Robert Heathcote | 110 |
| 11 | 11x12822x0 | SIR SWAY | G | 5 | Sue & Jason Jaensch | 101 |
| 12 | 9x2370x1x6 | SKYBIRD | M | 5 | Mitchell Freedman | 112 |
| 13 | 22x189x441 | TIGER SHARK | M | 5 | Clayton Douglas | 101 |
Table Credit: Racing Australia.
Manikato Stakes Weights 2025
The race is run at weight for age. Final 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes weights will be declared at 4 PM on Monday, the 22nd of September 2025 and will be published in our above Manikato Stakes Field section.
Manikato Stakes Acceptances 2025
2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes final acceptances will be declared before 9 AM on Tuesday, the 23rd of September 2025 and published in our above Manikato Stakes Field section.
Manikato Stakes jockeys 2025
Riders must be declared by 12 PM Wednesday, the 24th of September 2025. The full Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes 2025 jockeys will be announced in our above Manikato Stakes Field section.
Manikato Stakes Scratchings 2025
2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes scratchings close at 7:30 AM on Friday the 26th of September 2025.
Manikato Stakes Prize Money 2025
The 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes prize money is set at $2,000,000, distributed from places first through to eighth.
| Place | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 1st | $1,200,000 |
| 2nd | $360,000 |
| 3rd | $180,000 |
| 4th | $90,000 |
| 5th | $50,000 |
| 6th | $40,000 |
| 7th | $40,000 |
| 8th | $40,000 |
Manikato Stakes Race Number 2025
The 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes race number is scheduled as Moonee Valley Race 7 at 9:15pm (AEST) on Friday the 26th of September 2025 when the event runs under the lights as the feature of Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes Night.
Manikato Stakes Live 2025
You can watch or listen to the 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes live, across the following mediums.
Pay television: Sky Racing 1 (channel 526 on Foxtel)
Radio: Radio Sport National
Free-to-air television: Channels 78 (and 68 in regional areas)
Streaming: Racing.com
Mobile: Neds App
Manikato Stakes 2025 Form Guide
The final form guide will be available the week of the race. You can check below for a link to our full 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes Form Guide following final acceptances.
CLICK HERE FOR OUR FULL 2025 MANIKATO STAKES FORM GUIDE
Manikato Stakes Winners
Winners of the Manikato Stakes going back to 1983 are displayed in the table below. To view a complete list of past Manikato Stakes winners from the race’s inauguration to the present date – click here.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer/s | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Charm Stone | Blake Shinn | Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | 1:10.01 |
| 2024 | Southport Tycoon | Mark Zahra | Ciaron Maher | 1:09.91 |
| 2023 | Imperatriz | Opie Bosson | Mark Walker | 1:09.59 |
| 2022 | Bella Nipotina | Craig Williams | Ciaron Maher & David Eustace | 1:11.60 |
| 2021 | Jonker | Daniel Moor | Tony Gollan | 1:09.36 |
| 2020 | Hey Doc | Luke Currie | Tony & Calvin McEvoy | 1:08.76 (R) |
| 2019 | Loving Gaby | Craig Williams | Ciaron Maher & David Eustace | 1:09.29 |
| 2018 | Brave Smash | Hugh Bowman | Darren Weir | 1:09.36 |
| 2017 | Hey Doc | Luke Currie | Tony McEvoy | 1:09.96 |
| 2016 | Rebel Dane | Ben Melham | Gary Portelli | 1:10.9 |
| 2015 | Chautauqua | Tommy Berry | Michael, Wayne And John Hawkes | 1:09.5 |
| 2014 | Lankan Rupee | Craig Newitt | Mick Price | 1:10.3 |
| 2013 | Buffering | Damian Browne | Robert Heathcote | 1:11.4 |
| 2012 | Sea Siren | Jim Cassidy | John O’Shea | 1:11.3 |
| 2011 | Sepoy | Kerrin Mcevoy | Peter Snowden | 1:11.0 |
| 2010 | Hay List | Glyn Schofield | John Mcnair | 1:09.9 |
| 2009 | Danleigh | Kerrin Mcevoy | Chris Waller | 1:12.5 |
| 2008 | Typhoon Zed | Nash Rawiller | Tim Martin | 1:10.6 |
| 2007 | Gold Edition | S Katsidis | R E Maund | 1:10.6 |
| 2006 | Miss Andretti | – | – | 1:09.2 |
| 2005 | Spark Of Life | G Boss | Allan Denham | 1:11.5 |
| 2004 | Spark Of Life | D Nikolic | Allan Denham | 1:13.3 |
| 2003 | Spinning Hill | P Payne | G H Walter | 1:11.2 |
| 2002 | Spinning Hill | P Payne | G H Walter | 1:10.5 |
| 2001 | Piavonic | N Rawiller | Tony Noonan | 1:12.9 |
| 2000 | Sunline | G J Childs | T J Mckee | 1:11.6 |
| 1999 | Redoute’s Choice | J A Cassidy | Rick Hore-Lacy | – |
| 1998 | Dane Ripper | D Oliver | Bart Cummings | – |
| 1997 | Spartacus | D Beadman | Rick Hore-Lacy | – |
| 1996 | Poetic King | S D Marshall | D L Freedman | – |
| 1995 | You Remember | D Nikolic | L R Smith | – |
| 1994 | Spanish Mix | S R King | J R Hawkes | – |
| 1993 | Never Undercharge | S D Marshall | Bart Cummings | – |
| 1992 | King Marauding | P Alderman | D L Freedman | – |
| 1991 | Sonic Express | D Oliver | B J Bennett | – |
| 1990 | Street Ruffian | D Triandafillou | M Hewson | – |
| 1989 | Westminster | P Cook | Ms N Fraser | – |
| 1988 | Rancho Ruler | D Gauci | G Marconi | – |
| 1987 | Rubiton | H White | P C Barns | – |
| 1986 | Lockley’s Tradition | B Werner | L M Armfield | – |
| 1985 | Touch Of Genius | M Clarke | R E Hoysted | – |
| 1984 | Vite Cheval | K Mitchell | I G Saunders | – |
| 1983 | Strawberry Road | G Willetts | D R Bougoure | – |
How do I bet on the 2025 Manikato Stakes?
There are many different ways to bet on the Manikato Stakes, and we have included some of the most popular options below:
Login at neds.com.au
Make a deposit, using your credit card, PayPal or other safe electronic method
Make sure to check out form guide, once it’s released
Decide what kind of bet you’re going to place (Win, Place, Each-Way, Trifecta + more betting options, please read our section on Manikato Stakes Betting above).
Select the horse(s) for the race.
Which horse will win the 2025 Manikato Stakes?
Which horse will win the 2025 Ladbrokes Manikato Stakes comes down to a number of key form factors including the barriers, form over the 1200m sprint distance, record at the notoriously tight Moonee Valley circuit and their previous Group 1 race experience in early Melbourne spring races.
When selecting the Manikato Stakes winner it is also important to consider:
Inside Alley: Barrier one has produced four Manikato Stakes winners since 2009 most recently Bella Nipotina (2022).
Moir Lead-Up: The Group 1 Moir Stakes (1000m) held at the same track the month prior was the key Manikato Stakes lead-up with Bella Nipotina (2nd in 2022) and Imperatriz (1st in 2023) the latest Manikato winners to come via that race before the Manikato moved to September ahead of the 2024 edition.