Manihi Classic Race Information
The Manihi Classic is an 1100 metre quality handicap race run by the South Australian Jockey Club in March. It is held at Morphettville as part of the Autumn Racing Carnival.
- Race Type: Listed
- Distance: 1100 metres
- Conditions: Quality handicap
- Track: Morphettville Racecourse, Adelaide, South Australia
- Prizemoney: $120,000
- Date: Saturday 11 March 2024
Manihi Classic Race History
See the 2024 Manihi Classic Preview and results.
See the 2023 Manihi Classic Preview and results.
See the 2022 Manihi Classic Preview and results.
The race was first held over 1000m at Morphettville in 1975 when it was won by Love Serenade ridden by Greg Memmler and trained by P J O’Leary.
Useful Facts
Last mare to win: Everyday Lady (2019)
Last 3YO to win: C&G – Planet Voyage (2013); Filly – Little Miss Kubi (2023)
Multiple winners: Red Hope (1996 & 1997); Fappiano’s Girl (1992 & 1993).
Fastest time (1100m): Amyjaye Power (2006) 1:02:58
Interesting trivia: Exceed And Excel sired 2012 winner Kulgrinda and 2013 winner Planet Voyage.
Past winners of the Manihi Classic
Winners of past Manihi Classics include horses that go on to win major spring races.
| Year | Winner | Second | Third |
| 2024 | Austmarr | Aston Rapova | Celsius Star |
| 2023 | Little Miss Kubi | Queman | Tycoon Humma |
| 2022 | Lombardo | Rock the Ring | Shamino |
| 2021 | Mileva | Lyre | Brimarvi Vehero |
| 2020 | Shamino | Garner | Hard Empire |
| 2019 | Everyday Lady | Fancy Rumble | Mica Lil |
| 2018 | Concealer | Sudden Wealth | Alta Stella |
| 2017 | Karlovasi | Viddora | Karacatis |
| 2016 | Daytona Grey | I Am Gypsy | Pretty Possum |
| 2015 | The Messina Nymph | Vatican | Swinging Arms |
| 2014 | Angels Beach | Miracles Of Life | Esprit De Bullet |
| 2013 | Planet Voyage | Esprit De Bullet | El Magico |
| 2012 | Kulgrinda | Stirling Grove | Beldara |
| 2011 | Conservatorium | Dr Doute’s | Mother’s Milk |
| 2010 | Floramour | Impressive Eagle | Hidden Energy |
| 2009 | Blahnik | Taos Pleasure | Mi Casa Su Casa |
| 2008 | St Trinians | Gabbidon | Changing Eyes |
| 2007 | Bold Line | Sebrle | Terango |
| 2006 | Amyjaye Power | Go Fuhrever | Mt Billy |
| 2005 | Taos Pleasure | Sain Khapital | Blur |
| 2004 | Great Is Great | Step Ahead | Redadan |
| 2003 | Skewiff | Confederate Kid | Identifiable |
| 2002 | Calming | Regal Kiss | Belle Ball |
| 2001 | Romilada | Corps Commander | Comedy Court |
| 2000 | Hand Pass | Born Brave | Lake Villa |
| 1999 | Lake Villa | Sir Archer | Born Brave |