Royal Randwick stages a competitive ten-race card on Saturday, 20 December 2025, as Sydney’s premier venue delivers a full afternoon of racing from 12.35 PM to 5.55 PM. The meeting brings together a varied programme of sprint, middle-distance and staying events, spanning trips from 1000 metres to 2400 metres, with prize money set between $120,000 and $160,000, including several features at the top level.
The Royal Randwick card will unfold under standard metropolitan conditions, with each race expected to attract competitive and evenly matched fields.
Race 1 – TAB Plate (12.35 PM, 1000m, $160,000)
The meeting will open with a sharp 1000-metre sprint. MR PEASANT will headline the field alongside WARWOVEN and SHIKI, while HARDANGER, MONTANA TRAIL, and NORMAN’S CAY will round out the runners in what should be a fast-run opener.
Race 2 – Midway Handicap (1.10 PM, 1600m, $120,000)
The first mile contest of the afternoon will bring together MISS HADES, MISSILE SEEKER, and KINGSTON CHARM. ARTFUL PERSUASION, OAKFIELD SATURN, and PERFECT JUSTICE will add depth to a race likely to be run at a genuine tempo.
Race 3 – TAB Highway Handicap (1.45 PM, 1600m, $120,000)
Another 1600-metre event will follow, with SANTATIME set to face competition from MOUNT BONA and ZUCCHERO. SACRED MISTRESS, OFF THE SCALE, and STORMBRINGER will complete a field that should favour runners capable of sustaining a long run home.
Race 4 – Macquarie St Social Handicap (2.20 PM, 1300m, $160,000)
This 1300-metre handicap will feature RIPLEY and GOOD HOTSPUR near the top of the field. PLAINTIFF, SANCTIFIED, NAMASTE, and LANCELOT DU LAC will ensure the race remains competitive across the middle stages.
Race 5 – Brave Smash @ Yarraman Park Handicap (2.55 PM, 1600m, $160,000)
The fifth race will return to the mile, with FULL HAO, COVERT THINKING, and FIFTYFIVECHEVY expected to play prominent roles. VIKTOR, MORTAL HALO, and HIBIKI HARMONY will add balance to a well-weighted field.
Race 6 – Schweppes Handicap (3.30 PM, 2400m, $160,000)
The staying contest of the day will stretch out to 2400 metres. BELLE DETELLE will line up alongside BRAVE CALL and KING PEDRO, while BESTOWER, CLAIM THE CROWN, and HAPPINESS will test stamina in what should be a steadily run affair.
Race 7 – Asahi Super Dry Handicap (4.05 PM, 1100m, $160,000)
Sprint specialists will take centre stage over 1100 metres. TERRA MATER, ZEALOUSLY, and COOL JAKEY will be joined by IMPERIAL FORCE, STORM THE RAMPARTS, and CIGAR FLICK in a race expected to be decided by early speed and positioning.
Race 8 – Toyota Forklifts Handicap (4.45 PM, 1400m, $160,000)
The 1400-metre handicap will feature SANDPAPER and KONASANA among the leading runners. WEST OF AFRICA, KNOW THYSELF, XIDAKI, and KINTYRE will provide multiple chances across a balanced field.
Race 9 – The Inglis Influence Handicap (5.20 PM, 1400m, $160,000)
ISLAND DREAM will meet FLYING THINKER and SUPER NUI in the penultimate event. VIENNA VIXEN, AMPLIFY, and MAID OF MOOLAH will add further depth to a race likely to be run at a solid tempo.
Race 10 – Petaluma Handicap (5.55 PM, 1300m, $160,000)
The closing race will be a 1300-metre handicap featuring ELSON BOY, PLUNDERING, and STEP ASIDE. CATOGGIO, BARTOLF, and HELLBENT ON YOU will complete the final field as the meeting draws to a close.
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