When looking to place a bet on the Caulfield Cup in 2021, the options are almost endless! There are a number of races during the Spring Racing Carnival, including the Melbourne Cup, and it sees many occasional punters step up to the plate and have a crack at picking a winner.
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If you are new to punting, it is recommended you take a look at our Caulfield Cup tips page to give you some pointers from the Racenet experts.
There are so many options to choose from when betting on the Caulfield Cup, it can sometimes get a little confusing. So before the race, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive Caulfield Cup form guide to assist you in your betting decisions.
How to bet on the Caulfield Cup?
For Caulfield Cup betting, Racenet recommends Sportsbet as the preferred bookmaker. As one of the biggest betting agencies in Australia, they provide fantastic promotions for customers and, most important, the best odds.
Win or Place bets are popular for the Caulfield Cup, but there are lots of other options available to you. There are endless possibilities with Racenet's bookmakers, including Sportsbet, that allow you to find the product that best suits your needs.
There's no doubt that for 2021 Caulfield Cup betting, the way to go is online, particularly on your mobile phone. You won't have to deal with frustrating TAB queues and pushy bookies, and you'll have easy access to many betting products.
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But the most sensible reason is our bookmaking partners offer you the best of three totes as well as the starting price which means guaranteed more money in your account compared to the TAB's sole dividend.
Caulfield Cup Betting Steps
Step 1: Choose an online bookmaker
Use one of the below online bookmakers to place a bet on the Caulfield Cup. Each of the bookmakers offer fantastic deals and prices that allow you to bet with more. It only takes 2 minutes to open an account and start betting.
Step 2: Sign Up
Sign-up at Sportsbet, TAB or Neds registration is quick and easy. Simply confirm you're over the age of 18, enter your basic details and you'll have an online betting account.
Step 3: Make A Deposit
Making a deposit is no problem and it is completely safe and secure. You simply enter your credit or debit card details along with your chosen deposit amount and the money will be in your account instantly. PayPal is another popular method used for entering money into your account, while bank deposits and BPAY are also available.
Step 4: Place Your Bets
This is where it gets interesting. Once a deposit has been made and there is money in your account, find your way to the Caulfield Cup page on Racenet to check out the field, or visit the Caulfield Cup market on your new bookmaker website or app.
There are plenty of Caulfield Cup markets to bet on including simple bets
Current Caulfield Cup Betting 2021 Odds
The final field for 2021 is not yet available. Caulfield Cup betting odds firm as the official nominations and acceptance stages take place over the coming weeks. Despite this, you can still get early market odds on Sportsbet giving you the opportunity to get a higher price for your horse. The current favourites for the 2021 Caulfield Cup are below:
Different Betting Types for Caulfield Cup 2021
Whether you are a seasoned professional punter or you simply like an occasional flutter, there are Caulfield Cup betting choices to enhance your chances of winning a prize. You can place a bet to win or hedge your bets with an exacta, quinella, trifecta or first four.
| Betting Type | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Winner | The first horse over the line. |
| Exacta | The first two horses over the line. |
| Quinella | The winner and runner-up in either order. |
| Trifecta | The first three horses over the line. |
| First Four | The first four horses over the line. |
Racenet's Caulfield Cup Betting Guide
If you're having your first or only bet for the year, make it count by checking out our Caulfield Cup Form-Guide page which will assist you in picking a Caulfield Cup winner.
Some basic factors to take into account include:
(Stats last updated October 17th 2020)Barriers
From 1984 to 2008, just eight of the 25 winners won from double digit alleys, but seven of the past twelve have started from gate 10 or wider.
Weights
The Caulfield Cup 2020 Weights close in early September and are announced by Racing Victoria’s chief handicapper Greg Carpenter.
Highest recent weights to win are Admire Rakti, Dunaden and Northerly's 58kg (Best Solution 57.5kg) while lightest was Arctic Scent with 49kg in last 22 years.
Best Solution won under 57.5kg joining Admire Rakti (58kg), Viewed (57kg), Northerly (58kg) and Sky Heights (56.5kg) as horses to do so under top weight since 1999, while Dunaden was No.2 when he carted 58kg equal-topweight to victory
From 1984 to 2001 just two of the 18 winners carried 55kg or more. Eight of the 18 editions since have been won by horses carrying at least 55kg, including seven of the past nine
Favourites
It was in 2015/16 when Mongolian Khan ($5) and Jameka ($4.20) won as favourites, but most other winners since 2008 have started double-figure odds, including All The Good ($41) and Boom Time ($51).
Boom Time ($51) Taufan's Melody ($67), Arctic Scent ($21), Fraar ($31), Imposera ($51) and Mr Lomondy ($34) are others to win at $21 or better since 1984.
Favourites in Caulfield Cup betting saluted three times from 2007 – 2020
International Horses
As Australia is geographically isolated from the rest of the world, international horses must travel long distances and settle into the Australian climate on top of trying to win our biggest race. Some have done well and won but others with big reputations have come and failed. It's difficult to compare the form of overseas races with our own races here so it may pay to stick with local horses.
Successful international horses in the Caulfield Cup
Since 1998, six horses from overseas have won the Caulfield Cup, Mer De Glace in 2019, Best Solution in 2018, Admire Rakti in 2014, Dunaden in 2012, All The Good in 2008, Ethereal in 2001 and Taufan’s Melody in 1998.
Gender
Note: since 1996 only five mares have won the Caulfield Cup (Verry Elleegant, Jameka, Southern Speed, Ethereal & Arctic Scent).
Age
Four-year-olds have the best record in the race, winning 49 of the 142 editions, with five-year-olds successful on 44 occasions. Only eight of those 5YO successes have come in the past 36 years, with 4YOs victorious 17 times.
Recently, four-year-olds have saluted four times from 2010 – 2020.
Lead-Up Runs
Spring stayers may come into the Caulfield Cup field via a number of various lead-up races including the Group 1 Turnbull Stakes (2000m) run a fortnight prior at Flemington and the Group 2 Herbert Power Stakes (2400m) held one week prior at the same/track distance. Other popular options include The Group 1 Metropolitan (2400m) or the Group 1 Caulfield (Neds) Stakes (2400m).
International horses will often tackle the race 1st-up..
Turnbull Stakes, which has been the final lead-up run for 11 of the past 36 Caulfield Cup winners, including five Caulfield Cup winners between 2009 – 2019.
The only other final lead-up with more than four wins since 1984 is the Caulfield Stakes with nine.
Caulfield Cup Betting FAQs
How to bet on the Caulfield Cup?
There are a number of different ways you can bet on the Caulfield Cup! Firstly, you can bet online, so no matter where you are or the time you can place your bet, Racenet's recommended choices are Sportsbet and Neds due to the range of offers and features available. If you are lucky enough to be at the track for the Caulfield Cup, betting with one of the on course bookies is an option. Another option is to head in to your local TAB.
Who to bet on Caulfield Cup?
It is difficult to say who you should bet on the Caulfield Cup so far out from the race. At the moment, punters can place a futures bet on the Caulfield Cup, with TBA the current favourite to win the 2021 Caulfield Cup. If you aren't sure who to bet on, our Caulfield Cup Tips page has all the information you need.
Where can I place a bet on the Caulfield Cup?
There are multiple places where you can bet. The recommended place is online, as it is quick, easy and you can do it in the comfort of your own home (or anywhere else you choose to be on Caulfield Cup day). If you choose to bet online, Sportsbet and Neds are some of our recommended bookies as they have great features and offers.
How to place a bet on the Caulfield Cup online?
Betting on the Caulfield Cup is made easy if you choose to bet online. The first thing you need to do is choose an online bookmaker, we recommend Sportsbet and Neds as they have an extensive range of products and features. You then need to sign up, make a deposit and place your bet! No more waiting in long TAB queues. If you aren't sure who to bet on, our Caulfield Cup Tips page has all the information you need.
How does betting work for the Caulfield Cup?
Betting for the Caulfield Cup works the same as every other race, there are just A LOT more people having a flutter! Racenet recommends betting online as this is the easiest and most convenient option. There are quite a number of different online bookies out there that you can choose from, however Racenet recommends both Sportsbet and Neds as they have some great features and products!
How to bet a trifecta on the Caulfield Cup?
Getting the trifecta correct on the Caulfield Cup can be quite difficult, but if you do get it right your winnings can be quite lucrative. To win the trifecta in the Caulfield Cup you will need to pick the first three horses that cross the finish line in the correct order. With 18 maximum horses running in total, you can see how this could be quite difficult. If you don't want to take this type of risk, there are many other different types of Caulfield Cup Betting options to choose from.
How to bet a quinella on Caulfield Cup?
Picking the quinella is certainly not as difficult as the trifecta, but this betting option still presents a challenge. To win the quinella in the Caulfield Cup you will need to pick the first two horses that cross the finish line, they can be in any order. If are looking for a simpler option, have a look at our Caulfield Cup Betting page.
How does an each way bet work on Caulfield Cup?
Each way betting is a fair simple option for the Caulfield Cup and many punters prefer this type of bet. Many punters choose to bet each way if they aren't 100% confident that the horse will win. Each way betting means you get paid out if your horse finishes in the top 3. If your horse wins, your pay out will be greater, compared to if it finishes second or third. If you are looking to place an each way bet on the Caulfield Cup, we recommend Sportsbet and Neds as betting online is a much easier option than waiting in line at the TAB!
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How much should I bet on the Caulfield Cup?
This will be greatly dependent on a number of personal factors. But it is recommended to never bet more than you should, do not try to chase your losses. That doesn't mean however, that you can't have a flutter or two. Caulfield Cup day is one of the biggest punting days in Australia.
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How to fill out betting slip for Caulfield Cup?
Filling out a betting requires you to include information such as the name of the racecourse or meeting, the time of the race as well as the name of your chosen horse, the amount of money you wish to place and the type of bet. These days many punters decide to bet online because the process is so so much easier. When betting online there is no need to fill out a bet slip, wait in line or even leave your couch if you don't want to. There are a number of different online bookies to choose from, Racenet recommends Sportsbet and Neds for your Caulfield Cup betting!