FEATURE PREVIEWS: FLIGHT STAKES

Track: Randwick | Distance: 1600m | Type: Group 1 3YO fillies SW | Rail Position: True | Condition: Soft 5 | Prizemoney: $750,000

Autumn Glow is the clear one to beat. Lazzura and Snow In May are key dangers.

Is the key target race for most of these 3yo fillies. Has been won by some top-quality fillies in recent years including Streama, Guelph, First Seal, Global Glamour, Alizee, Funstar & Montefilia.

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Historical Profiling: 

 2 nd up (1/7), 3rd up (5/42), 4th up (5/45), 5th up (1/18), 6 th up (1/6)
 14-day break (12/77 off Tea Rose leadup), 21-day break (1/8 off Golden Rose leadup),
Other (0/37)
 Career Starts 3-9 (13/110)
 Career Wins 0-1 (3/61), 2-3 (9/51), 4-5 (1/10)
 Randwick Starts 0 (0/31)
 Tab Number 1-3 (9/38), 4-6 (3/37), 7+ (1/47)
 Exchange Rank 1-3 (10/39), 4-5 (2/26), 6+ (1/57)
 Same Jockey Last Start Yes 9/66, No (4/56)
 Last Start 1400-1500 (13/102)
 Last Start Class G1 (1/7), G2 (12/74), Other (0/41)
 Last Start Settling Position 1-7 (13/82), 8+ (0/40)
 Last 11 winners, 8 were in the top 3 on the turn, whilst 3 came from well back
(6 th /9 th /10 th ) on the turn.

Slow tempo predicted here. Autumn Glow could lead.

Lady Shenandoah, Lazzura and Miss Busslinger push forward too.

Snow In May and Wings Of Desire back of midfield.

Declichy Boulevard, Harlem Queen & Powers Of Opal out the back.

Autumn Glow – Superstar filly. Has won 3 from 3 and been more and more impressive each start. Hard to see her getting beaten. – Snow In May – Won her first two starts then ran a strong 2 nd behind Autumn Glow last start.

Lazzura – Won first two starts. Led in the Tea Rose and run down into 3 rd . Trainer has a great record in this race and will get a soft lead. – Lady Shenandoah – Finished strongly with good late sectionals first up to win at G3 level beating Mayfair who placed in the G1 Golden Rose.

Declichy Boulevard – Ran strong sectionals when closing for 2 nd beaten a neck in the Listed Jim Moloney Stakes last start. Mile should suit. – Harlem Queen – Has finished well to win both starts this prep. Big jump in class here.

Powers Of Opal – Finished home strongly against the bias for 3 rd at Randwick last start, running the quickest closing sectionals of the day. –

1 – Autumn Glow
3 – Lazzura
2 – Snow In May
5 – Declichy Boulevard

No suggested bet

Units Outlayed: 429.0
Units Returned: 466.8
Profit On Turnover: 8.8%

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The Flight Stakes is a headline act on the Sydney Spring Racing Carnival calendar, showcasing the best three-year-old fillies in Australia over the testing mile at Randwick. As a Group 1 contest run under set weights, it’s a race that rewards class, timing, and tactical nous. For punters, it’s also a golden opportunity—especially with the right information at your fingertips.

Our Flight Stakes tips are built on detailed form analysis, speed mapping, and insight from seasoned racing professionals. Whether you’re a casual fan or a seasoned punter, understanding the race’s nuances can make all the difference when placing your bets.

Traditionally held on Epsom Handicap Day, the Flight Stakes completes the Princess Series—a four-race set for fillies that begins with the Silver Shadow and culminates here at Randwick. Many of the runners will have met in the Furious Stakes and Tea Rose Stakes, giving punters key formlines to work with.

That’s why our Flight Stakes tips go beyond just raw numbers. We consider factors such as:

• Form progression through the series
• Sectional times and late splits
• How each filly is adapting to the step up to 1600m
• Track conditions and bias on the day
• Tactical setups including tempo and pace pressure

With fillies often developing rapidly from one start to the next, reading between the lines is essential—something our expert analysts specialise in.

Our predictions for the Flight Stakes are not just gut feel. They are grounded in performance trends, proven training patterns, and the way individual horses are mapping into the race. We analyse every runner’s preparation and target races, giving you clarity on which horses are peaking at the right time.

We also keep a close eye on the market. Significant betting moves in the lead-up can indicate stable confidence, fitness levels, or late gear changes that the public may not be fully aware of.

Every Flight Stakes features a mix of highly-rated favourites and emerging fillies with untapped potential. 

The Flight Stakes often lends itself to betting value, particularly if the tempo is strong or there’s a notable track bias. We tailor our betting strategy accordingly, so you have an edge no matter how the race plays out.

As part of your broader Spring Carnival strategy, the Flight Stakes offers both intrigue and opportunity. Whether you’re backing a proven filly or siding with a rising star, having reliable, data-driven racing tips is crucial.

Our team updates this page in the lead-up to race day with the latest insights, including scratchings, barrier updates, track conditions, and late mail—so your betting decisions are always based on the most accurate and relevant information available.

Flight Stakes tips, expert analysis, smart betting advice, and data-backed predictions—everything you need to make confident picks is right here. Stay tuned for race-day updates and let us help you find the edge this Spring. Once you’ve checked out our Flight Stakes tips, have a look at our Everest betting preview on the Betfair Hub.