The Lakes Race Information

The Lakes is a 1600 metre handicap race run by the Wyong Race Club in early January. It is held at Wyong on its only Saturday stand-alone raceday.

  • Race Type: Feature
  • Distance: 1600 metres
  • Conditions: Open Handicap
  • Track: Wyong Racecourse, Wyong, New South Wales
  • Prizemoney: $500,000
  • Date: Saturday 11 January 2025

The Lakes Race History

The race was first held on Saturday 11th January 2025 at Wyong’s first Saturday stand-alone meeting, completing the set for all five NSW provincial clubs. It fits perfectly with the celebration of 150 years of racing at Wyong.

Our Runner by Runner Previews

2025 The Lakes Preview and results.

Useful Facts

Last mare to win:

Last 3YO to win:

Multiple winners:

Fastest time (1600m): 1:27.50 (Waterford, 2025)

Interesting trivia:

Past winners of The Lakes

The race was first held in 2025.

Year Winner Second Third
2025 Waterford Robusto Highlights