Randwick Racing Track

Originally known as “The Sandy Course”, Randwick Racecourse is the largest racing venue in New South Wales, boasting a circumference of 2,220m and a demanding 410m uphill home straight. In 1992, the racecourse was honoured with the prestigious title of “Royal” Randwick by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Situated just 5km from Sydney’s CBD in the Eastern Suburbs, Randwick is a favourite destination for racegoers who enjoy combining world-class racing with Sydney’s vibrant nightlife and major sporting events. Beyond racing, the venue has hosted a wide range of events, including concerts and religious gatherings, with Pope Paul VI visiting in 1970 and Pope John Paul II in 1995.

Steeped in tradition, Randwick seamlessly blends its rich history with modern facilities. These include a convention centre, elite training amenities, and a large betting auditorium capable of seating nearly 900 patrons, making it a centrepiece for Australia’s premier Group racing.

In 2012, Royal Randwick completed a major redevelopment valued at approximately $150 million.

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Barriers:

1000m – Races begin from a small chute, with runners having approximately 550m before reaching the final turn and entering the home straight. Inside barriers hold an advantage.

1200m – Starts from a separate chute that runs almost parallel to the 1000m start. Runners travel around 250m before joining the course proper and adjusting angle prior to the home turn, giving inside barriers a slight benefit.

1400m – Beginning from another chute slightly further along, runners enjoy about 450m before a gradual 45-degree turn leading into the final bend. Inside draws again receive a small advantage.

1600m – Starts from a chute that feeds directly onto the back straight, providing a lengthy 650m run before the first of two turns. Barrier position has limited influence here.

1800m – Races commence on the course proper and move straight into the first of three turns, giving inside barriers a helpful early position.

2000m – The start is from a chute near the exit of the final turn, placing runners on a long sweeping curve for around 400m, which favours inside barriers.

2400m – Races begin approximately 200m before the winning post, with runners completing a full lap of the circuit. The opening long sweeping turn again benefits inside draws.

2600m – Starting a further 200m up the home straight, runners have more opportunity to find position, reducing the advantage held by inside barriers.

3200m – Uses the same starting point as the 1000m races, though at this distance inside barriers provide far less benefit.