The Everest
The Everest Betting Odds & Guide
The Everest horse race is the richest turf race globally, held annually at Randwick Racecourse in Sydney. With a $20 million prize pool, this weight-for-age sprint is the crown jewel of the Sydney Spring Racing Carnival. The latest edition of the Everest took place on October 19, 2024 and featured the best runners from across the globe in an intense competition, which happened to be the same day the Caulfield Cup.
Quick Links
- The Everest Overview
- How the slot system works in the Everest
- The Everest Odds
- The Everest Field & Horses
- The Everest Betting Markets
- How to Bet on the Everest
- The Everest Betting Tips
- Past Winners of the Everest
The Everest Overview
| Date | Saturday, October 18, 2025* |
| Time | tbc |
| Track | Randwick Racecourse |
| Distance | 1200 Metres |
| Status | Group 1 |
| Total Prize Money | $20,000,000 |
*Tentative Date
The Everest is a 1200m sprint that attracts the world’s finest thoroughbreds. The prize pool totals $20 million, with the winner taking home $7 million. Its distinct feature is the "slot" system, which requires a $700,000 entry fee for one of the 12 slots available, attracting top owners from Australia and internationally. The latest winner of the Everest was Bella Nipotina who won the 2024 edition while being priced to win at $9.50.
How The Everest Slot System Works
The Everest’s "slot" system makes it unique in Australian horse racing. Slots are purchased for $700,000, and they can be traded, leased, or joint ventured. Notable slot holders for 2024 included Trackside Media (I Wish I Win), Chris Waller Racing (Joliestar), and TAB (Bella Nipotina). This system allows for strategic partnerships, which adds an extra level of intrigue.
The Everest Odds
We currently have early markets for the 2025 edition of the Everest that you can view by clicking on the button below.
Factors Influencing Odds for the Everest Race
- Lead-Up Race Results: Wins or strong showings in The Shorts or Premiere Stakes significantly affect a horse’s odds.
- Slot Holder Announcements: As slot holders confirm their entries, odds can shift dramatically, reflecting confidence in the selected horses.
Lead-Up Races and Key Form Indicators
Lead-up races provide crucial insight into potential performance in The Everest. Key lead-up races include:
- The Shorts (1100m): Held at Randwick, this sprint has produced Everest winners like Redzel.
- Premiere Stakes (1200m): Also at Randwick, this race is a good indicator for form at the Everest distance.
- TJ Smith Stakes (1200m): Another weight-for-age race at Randwick that highlights top sprinters’ abilities on the same track and distance.
The Everest Field and Horses
The field for the 2025 Everest race is yet to be announced. You can see the potential field for the Everest by clicking on the button below.
The Everest Betting Markets
Betting on The Everest horse race is one of the highlights of the spring racing season. Here are the most popular betting options:
- Win & Place Bets: Bet on your horse to win or place in the top three.
- Exotic Bets: Quinella, Trifecta, or First 4, where punters predict multiple outcomes for potentially high payouts.
How to Bet on The Everest
You can bet on the Everest race in three easy steps:
- Sign up with a licensed bookmaker like Unibet Australia
- Exoplore our odds and betting markets for the Everest on our Horse Racing page.
- Choose your horse and bet type (win, place, or exotic). Evaluate odds, considering lead-up race form and barrier draw.
The Everest Betting Tips
When betting on The Everest, understanding form and track conditions is crucial:
- Lead-Up Performances: Horses with strong results in races like The Shorts and Premiere Stakes often fare well.
- Barrier Draw Importance: Randwick’s 1200m starting chute gives an advantage to horses with favourable inside barriers.
- Track Conditions: Track conditions can change on race day—watch the earlier races closely to spot any trends.
Past Winners of the Everest Race
The Everest has created a short but rich history:
- Redzel (2017 & 2018): Dominated the first two editions, cementing his place in The Everest’s history.
- Yes Yes Yes (2019): The first three-year-old to win, setting a new track record. This mare still holds the record for the fastest win in the Everest.
- Think About It (2023): Won the race in 2023 and captured the victory as the favourite, showcasing his consistent form.
- Bella Nipotina (2024) won the race in 2024 while being the 5th favourite to win the race.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bella Nipotina | Craig Williams | Ciaron Maher | 01:09.5 |
| 2023 | Think About It | Sam Clipperton | Joseph Pride | 01:07.6 |
| 2022 | Giga Kick | Craig Williams | Clayton Douglas | 01:09.9 |
| 2021 | Nature Strip | James McDonald | Chris Waller | 01:09.1 |
| 2020 | Classique Legend | Kerrin McEvoy | Les Bridge | 01:08.3 |
| 2019 | Yes Yes Yes | Glen Boss | Chris Waller | 01:07.3 |
| 2018 | Redzel | Kerrin McEvoy | Peter & Paul Snowden | 01:12.0 |
| 2017 | Redzel | Kerrin McEvoy | Peter & Paul Snowden | 01:08.4 |
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