A relaxing day at the races enjoyed by everyone.

Flemington was enjoyed in all its spring glory at the Spring Classics Preview Day that offered something for everyone, from the avid punter to the youngest punter in the making.

With the Melbourne Cup Carnival firmly in everyone’s sights, it was a chance to see future stars in the making in the Penfolds Victoria Derby Trial (1800m) and Kennedy Oaks Trial (1800m) as they sought a guaranteed place in the $2 million Penfolds Victoria Derby (2500m) and the $1 million Kennedy Oaks (2500m).

The Flemington Front Lawn was filled with family fun action for all ages. From face painting to sports and games, arts and crafts and pony rides located under the Parade Deck, the kids had plenty to choose from.

Sunday 18 September, 2022


Feature races

Penfolds Victoria Derby Preview (1800m)

Kennedy Oaks Preview (1800m)


All the highlights from Spring Classics Preview Day.

Champion jockey Damien Oliver has won 7 Kennedy Oaks and on a soggy Sunday at Flemington, where he may have found his ride for the 2022 edition.

Spring Classics Preview Race Day

Race highlights

Spring Classics Preview Race Day

The Race Day


The Races

Race 1 | Darley Spring Preview | 1:30 pm

2550m | $55,000 | 3YO & Upwards Benchmark 70 Handicap.

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Winner: 11. Port Philip (14)

Race 2 | Riverside Bar and Bistro | 2:05 pm

1800m | $55,000 | 3YO & Upwards Fillies & Mares Benchmark 70 Handicap.

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Winner: 5. Parisian Dancer (7)


Revised race times due to poor weather

Race 3 | TCL TV Handicap | 3:35 pm

1420m | $55,000 | 3YO Benchmark 64 Handicap. Super VOBIS.

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Winner: 2. Elkington Road (9)

Race 4 | The Rose Room Trophy | 4:00 pm

1420m | $55,000 | Benchmark 70 Handicap.

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Winner: 6. Cardinal Gem (16)

Race 5 | Kennedy Oaks Preview | 4:25 pm

1800m | $76,000 | 3YO Fillies Set Weights plus Penalties. (No claims) Super VOBIS, VOBIS Gold, VOBIS Sires Boost.

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The winner of this race is exempt from the ballot for the 2022 Kennedy Oaks.

Winner: 8. So Dazzling (13)

Race 6 | Penfolds Victoria Derby Preview | 4:50 pm

1800m | $76,000 | 3YO Colts & Geldings Set Weights plus Penalties. (No claims) Super VOBIS, VOBIS Gold, VOBIS Sires Boost.

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The winner of this race is exempt from the ballot for the 2022 Penfolds Victoria Derby.

Winner: 2. Mr Maestro (4)

Race 7 | Villa Paradiso Trophy | 5:15 pm

1630m | $55,000 | 3YO & Upwards Benchmark 78 Handicap.

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Winner: 10. Unanimous (2)

Race 8 | Myer Fashions on the Field Sprint | 5:40 pm

1100m | $55,000 | Benchmark 70 Handicap.

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Winner: 7. Joyful Fortune (16)

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