Chris Waller
Chris Waller has now won this race 4 times, a record for a trainer since 2011. This was the 26th win at the Melbourne Cup Carnival for the stable since 1900. The stable also saddled Lindermann (second) in this edition.
Australia
Flemington · 07.11.26
Watch the racePurse€1,850,500
Distance2000 metres
Winning time1m 35.77s
SurfaceTurf · Good(4)
Conditions3-year-olds and up
Runners8
Stories of this Result
James McDonald
This was the fifth win in this race for James McDonald, more than any other jockey since 2011. With this win, the jockey reached 24 Group 1 wins this season, level with Ryan Moore at the top of the 2026 jockeys' table.
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Australia and NZ Blacktype Racing Dump · English commentaryResult
8 runners · prize money to 8th placePosHorseJockey · TrainerMarginPrize
7thPounding8yo gelding by Exceed And Excel × Silent EntranceLuke NolenPeter G Moody & Katherine Coleman8.1€37,000
Pedigree of the winner
As of race day 07.11.26Autumn Glow
The Autumn SunSire
Via AfricaDamby Var
DamVia Africa
Autumn Glow is out of Via Africa (Var), a champion sprinter and multiple Group 1 winner in South Africa. She is a three-quarter sister to In The Congo (Snitzel), winner of the Gr.1 Golden Rose, and the two are Group 1 winners from three runners out of the mare.
Second damBump 'N Grind
Second dam Bump 'N Grind (Qui Danzig).
Third damCollege Girl
Third dam College Girl (Quick Turnover).
Next generation
After Autumn Glow, Via Africa lost two foals by Snitzel, and she has since been retired from breeding. Her daughter Protea (Vancouver) foaled a three-quarter sister to Autumn Glow in August.
Connections
Autumn Glow in 2026
4 other wins · 1 placeTrainer / Jockey / Track
King Charles III Stakes1600 metres · €3,084,2001stChris WallerJames McDonald17.10.2026RandwickPrize money €1,819,693Race detailsWatch
Winx Stakes1400 metres · €616,8001stChris WallerJames McDonald22.08.2026RandwickPrize money €357,770Race detailsWatch
Queen Elizabeth Stakes2000 metres · €3,084,2003rdChris WallerJames McDonald11.04.2026RandwickPrize money €262,159Race detailsWatch
George Ryder Stakes1500 metres · €616,8001stChris WallerJames McDonald21.03.2026RosehillPrize money €357,770Race detailsWatch
Verry Elleegant Stakes1600 metres · €616,8001stChris WallerJames McDonald28.02.2026RandwickPrize money €357,770Race detailsWatch
All winners since 2020
| Year | Winner | Trainer / Jockey | Owner / Breeder | Video | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Via SistinaFastnet Rock × Nigh | Chris WallerJames McDonald | Yu Long InvestmentsLaundry Cottage Stud Farm | ||
| 2024 | Via SistinaFastnet Rock × Nigh | Chris WallerJames McDonald | Yu Long InvestmentsLaundry Cottage Stud Farm | ||
| 2023 | AtishuSavabeel × Posy | Chris WallerJames McDonald | A J A Bosma, Mrs P J Clark, G R Williamson, Mrs C E Young, J B Young, K T Gibbons, D J Pescini, G P Scully, Mrs J P Scully, Dr P H Mitchell, R Satherley, Ms C A Lorre, Ms L T Murphy, R Noble, G F Walling, J C Macdonald, D J Shuker, A Howard, A J Cadigan & J B WilliamsWaikato Stud | ||
| 2022 | ZaakiLeroidesanimaux × Kesara | Annabel NeashamJamie Kah | C E Holt, P J Prendergast, P F Guerra, P D Sidwell, Hirecha Racing, T C Eddy, A J Willoughby, D F Degenhardt, D P Sinn, C B Elkington, G P Carmody, Hon. G J Williamson, D P Hickey, M Etinger, Phil's Dream No.3, M Catalano, Werrett Bloodstock Pty Ltd & N M WilsonKirsten Rausing | ||
| 2021 | ZaakiLeroidesanimaux × Kesara | Annabel NeashamJames McDonald | C E Holt, P J Prendergast, P F Guerra, P D Sidwell, Hirecha Racing, T C Eddy, A J Willoughby, D F Degenhardt, D P Sinn, C B Elkington, G P Carmody, Hon. G J Williamson, D P Hickey, M Etinger, Phil's Dream No.3, M Catalano, Werrett Bloodstock Pty Ltd & N M WilsonKirsten Rausing | ||
| 2020 | Arcadia QueenPierro × Arcadia | G & A WilliamsLuke Currie | Peters Investments Pty LtdBob and Sandra Peters |
History since 2011
Champions Stakes16Editions since 2011
2Multiple winnersZaaki, Via Sistina
38%Won by fillies or mares6 of 16 · 6 of the last 16
2:01.22Fastest winning timeTosen Stardom · 2017
Record holders
Most wins since 20111James McDonaldJockey · 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 20265 wins
2Chris WallerTrainer · 2023, 2024, 2025, 20264 wins
3Fastnet RockSire · 2016, 2024, 20253 wins
Multiple winners
Won this race more than onceBiggest upsets
Longest-priced winners1Trap For Fools2018 · John Allen26.00
2Awesome Rock2016 · Stephen Baster17.00
3Side Glance2013 · Jamie Spencer12.00
5Gailo Chop2015 · Ben Melham8.00
Show all 16 winners since 2011Hide the list
| Year | Winner | Trainer / Jockey | Owner / Breeder | Odds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Autumn GlowThe Autumn Sun × Via Africa | Chris WallerJames McDonald | Arrowfield Pastoral Pty Ltd & HermitageNewhaven Park Stud | 1.18 | |
| 2025 | Via SistinaFastnet Rock × Nigh | Chris WallerJames McDonald | Yu Long Investments (Mgr: Y Zhang)Laundry Cottage Stud Farm | 1.80 | |
| 2024 | Via SistinaFastnet Rock × Nigh | Chris WallerJames McDonald | Yu Long Investments (Mgr: Y Zhang)Laundry Cottage Stud Farm | 1.57 | |
| 2023 | AtishuSavabeel × Posy | Chris WallerJames McDonald | A J A Bosma, Mrs P J Clark et al.Waikato Stud | 8.50 | |
| 2022 | ZaakiLeroidesanimaux × Kesara | Annabel NeashamJamie Kah | C E Holt et al.Kirsten Rausing | 8.00 | |
| 2021 | ZaakiLeroidesanimaux × Kesara | Annabel NeashamJames McDonald | C E Holt et al.Kirsten Rausing | 2.25 | |
| 2020 | Arcadia QueenPierro × Arcadia | Grant & Alana WilliamsLuke Currie | Peters Investments Pty LtdPeters Investments Pty Ltd | 2.50 | |
| 2019 | Magic WandGalileo × Prudenzia | Aidan O'BrienRyan Moore | Coolmore GroupEcurie Des Monceaux & Skymarc Farm Inc | 4.75 | |
| 2018 | Trap For FoolsPoet's Voice × Old Money | Jarrod McLeanJohn Allen | Distinct RacingDistinct Racing & Breeding Pty Ltd | 26.00 | |
| 2017 | Tosen StardomDeep Impact × Admire Kirameki | Darren WeirDamian Lane | Australian Bloodstock, Doonaree Racing et alNorthern Racing | 6.50 | |
| 2016 | Awesome RockFastnet Rock × Awesome Planet | Leon & Troy CorstensStephen Baster | Stan Saric, Mrs J C Saric et alA Olive | 17.00 | |
| 2015 | Gailo ChopDeportivo × Grenoble | Antoine De WatrigantBen Melham | OTI Management, Werrett Bloodstock et alAlain Chopard | 8.00 | |
| 2014 | Happy TrailsGood Journey × Madame Flurry | Paul BesharaDamien Oliver | Peter & Erica DickmannB K Parker | 7.00 | |
| 2013 | Side GlancePassing Glance × Averami | Andrew BaldingJamie Spencer | Pearl BloodstockKingsclere Stud | 12.00 | |
| 2012 | AlcopopJeune × Iota Of Luck | Jake StephensCraig A Williams | J A Stephens, J P & Mrs S K Kelton et alJ Stephens, G & Mrs H Gillam | 6.00 | |
| 2011 | Glass HarmoniumVerglas × Spring Symphony | Michael MoroneyDamien Oliver | R & C Legh Racing, Lorne BloodstockBallymacoll Stud | 7.00 |
Source: G1Stars meeting database – winners, connections, times and starting prices as recorded. Group 1 grading began in 1971.
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