The 2026 Chautauqua Stakes runs at Sandown on Saturday, September 5, 2026
The Chautauqua Stakes is a Group 3 sprint run at Sandown, after previously being held at Moonee Valley as the Chandler McLeod Stakes.
The 1200m race is worth $175,000, and while we might not see the very best sprinters line up, there should still be plenty of quality thoroughbreds battling it out for a spot in the winners’ list. Past winners include Angel Capital, Brave Smash, Voodoo Lad, and Atlante.
Betcha provides the latest Chautauqua Stakes odds, and we have all the information needed for punters to make an informed bet.
2026 Chautauqua Stakes Odds
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Chautauqua Stakes Tips
Our Chautauqua Stakes tips will be published in the lead-up to the Group 3 feature, providing punters with expert analysis, betting predictions, and our best bets for one of the most exciting races at Sandown.
The Chautauqua Stakes is one of the standout races on Moir Stakes Day, with a strong list of recent winners showing just how competitive this 1200m sprint can be. Angel Capital took out the race in 2025, adding another quality name to the honour roll.
With the spring carnival starting to heat up, there are plenty of opportunities for sprinters across Australia. The Chautauqua Stakes shapes as an important stepping stone, particularly for horses aiming towards the Group 1 sprints on the Melbourne circuit later in the season, with the Manikato Stakes being the main priority.
The switch from Moonee Valley to Sandown, brought about by track renovations, also gives the race a slightly different feel. Horses that handle Sandown well could have an advantage, making track form worth keeping an eye on.
Once the final field is confirmed on the Wednesday before the race, our horse racing experts will assess the latest Chautauqua Stakes 2026 odds, so check out our Chautauqua Stakes betting guide for the latest picks.
2026 Chautauqua Stakes Tips
Our 2026 Chautauqua Stakes tips will be published when the final field is released, but punters can bet into all-in markets, which are typically available earlier in the week when nominations are released.
The 2026 Chautauqua Stakes nominations are yet to be released, but there are already a few names worth keeping an eye on when betting markets start to take shape.
Persian Spirit is one of the early contenders being mentioned, while last year’s winner, Angel Capital, could also return to try and go back-to-back. He’ll need to lift his recent form to be a serious chance at the top level, but a return to Sandown for a Group 3 assignment could be an appealing option.
For more in-depth Chautauqua Stakes tips, be sure to check out our race preview before the race, which is available at Betcha.
Chautauqua Stakes Race Info
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Track: Sandown, Melbourne, Victoria
- Distance: 1200m
- Conditions: Open Handicap
- Status: Group 3
- Prize Money: $175,000
- First Run: 2012
- Current Champion: Angel Capital
2026 Chautauqua Stakes Results
Chautauqua Stakes 2026 results and full finishing order will be published after the race is run on Saturday, September 5.
Chautauqua Stakes Betting
The Chautauqua Stakes has produced a pretty even mix of favourites and bigger-priced winners over the years, making it an interesting race for punters.
Angel Capital saluted in 2025 at $2.15, but the shortest-priced winner came in 2023 when She Dances started at just $1.85. She was in excellent form that season and managed to deliver for punters who took the short odds.
There have also been a couple of big-priced surprises. Aysar won at $21 in 2022, while Express Pass landed at $15 the year before. They remain the only winners to start at double-figure odds, although plenty of others have won around the $6-$7 mark.
Since the race was first run in 2012, four favourites have managed to get the job done, which is a decent strike rate. Still, the history of the Chautauqua Stakes suggests there can be plenty of value outside the obvious picks, so keeping an eye on the each-way chances could be a smart approach when betting with Betcha.
2026 Chautauqua Stakes Field
The 2026 Chautauqua Stakes field is released on the Wednesday before the race. We will have the updated final field once released by Racing.com.
Chautauqua Stakes Barrier Statistics
Barrier draws haven’t been a huge factor in the Chautauqua Stakes, but we’d still prefer to see our pick land somewhere around the inside or middle rather than out wide.
Angel Capital and 2024 winner A Little Deep both jumped from barrier 3, while the winners in 2023 and 2022 came from barriers 5 and 4. That said, the race’s move from Moonee Valley to Sandown in 2026 is worth considering. The tight turns at Moonee Valley could make a good draw more important, whereas Sandown tends to give horses a little more room to work with.
A wide barrier certainly isn’t an automatic knock at Sandown either. If the track is playing fairly, horses can come down the middle of the track and still get the job done.
Since 2012, only one Chautauqua Stakes winner has jumped from wider than barrier 8. That was Express Pass in 2021, who caused a boilover at $15.
Chautauqua Stakes Form Guide
The Regal Roller Stakes is a quality form guide for the Chautauqua Stakes, having been run a few weeks before this race. The form usually holds up well from the Caulfield sprint, and the timing of the race works well.
The Aurie’s Star Handicap and Bobbie Lewis Quality are two more good form races. The Aurie’s Star is run a few weeks before the Chautauqua Stakes, and most runners target this race as their second start of the spring.
It’s a key lead-up race to the Manikato Stakes at Group 1 level. We recommend following the form out of this race for the feature race. 2021 placegetter Bella Nipotina finished second behind winning the Manikato Stakes, so it’s a quality form guide to bigger spring targets.
2026 Chautauqua Stakes Form Guide
Our form analysts will have a 2026 Chautauqua Stakes form guide available during the week of the race.
Recent Chautauqua Stakes Winners
| Year | Winner | Runner-Up | Third | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 2025 | Angel Capital | Compelling Truth | Miraval Rose | 1:09.86 |
| 2024 | A Little Deep | Arkansaw Kid | Desert Lightning | 1:10.17 |
| 2023 | She Dances | Semillion | Ranges | 1:09.58 |
| 2022 | Aysar | Enchanted Heart | Corner Pocket | 1:12.13 |
| 2021 | Express Pass | Bella Nipotina | Irish Flame | 1:11.83 |
| 2020 | Showmanship | Felicia | Age of Chivalry | 1:10.53 |
| 2019 | The Inevitable | Deprive | Spirit of Valor | 1:10.53 |
| 2018 | Land of Plenty | Peaceful State | Al Passem | 1:10.66 |
| 2017 | Brave Smash | El Divino | Revolving Door | 1:11.50 |
| 2016 | Voodoo Lad | Keen Array | Sebring Sun | 1:11.21 |
| 2015 | Fell Swoop | Beach Front | Griante | 1:12.18 |
FAQ
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Which horse will win the 2026 Chautauqua Stakes?
We have the latest Chautauqua Stakes tips at the Betcha. Check out our form guide for all the latest info, betting guide, and latest race tips.
When is the Chautauqua Stakes 2026?
The 2026 Chautauqua Stakes is set to run at Randwick on Saturday, September 5, and it’s a must-see Group 3 contest.
What is the prize money for the Chautauqua Stakes 2026?
The 2026 Chautauqua Stakes prize money is set at $175,000.
Where is the Chautauqua Stakes 2026?
The 2026 Chautauqua Stakes will run at Sandown in Melbourne, VIC.
What distance is the Chautauqua Stakes run over?
The Chautauqua Stakes is run over 1200 metres, which is suitable for sprinters.
How many horses run in the Chautauqua Stakes?
Field sizes can vary slightly year‑to‑year, but the Chautauqua Stakes typically attracts a field of around 10-14 runners.
Who won the 2025 Chautauqua Stakes?
The 2025 Chautauqua Stakes was won by Angel Capital for trainer Chris Waller and jockey Damian Lane.