Thousand Guineas Prelude
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For races of a similar name, see Thousand Guineas (disambiguation).
The Thousand Guineas Prelude, registered as the Tranquil Star Stakes, is a Melbourne Racing Club Group 2 Thoroughbred horse race, for three year old fillies, at set weights with penalties, over a distance of 1400 metres, held annually at Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia in late September. Total prize money for the race is A$300,000.[1] This event is a preparation race for the prestigious Group 1 The Thousand Guineas later in October at Caulfield.[1]
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Group 2 race | |
Location | Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia |
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Inaugurated | 1983 |
Race type | Thoroughbred |
Sponsor | Manhari Metals (2023) |
Race information | |
Distance | 1,400 metres |
Surface | Turf |
Qualification | Three year old fillies |
Weight | Set weights with penalties |
Purse | $300,000 (2023) |
Bonuses | Winner is exempt from ballot for Caulfield Guineas and The Thousand Guineas |
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