The Gold Cup is one of Queensland’s premier staying races, held annually over the 710-metre trip at Albion Park during the Golden Greys Racing Carnival. Introduced to the calendar as part of a reshuffle, the Gold Cup was created to maintain a marquee staying event at Albion Park after the Albion Park Gold Cup was rebranded as the Queensland Cup and shifted to June/July.
The Gold Cup final 2026 does not have an official date yet but will be at the new track, The Q, with $100,000 set to go to the winner.
Currently no odds are available for the 2026 Gold Cup.
The field for the 2026 Gold Cup will be released after the heats have been run.
The Group 1 Gold Cup at Albion Park offers a variety of betting opportunities.
Win and Place Bets: Ideal for those confident in a greyhound’s performance, these straightforward bets involve picking a dog to win or place.
Exotic Bets: For higher potential returns, exotic wagers such as Quinellas (predicting the first two finishers in any order), Trifectas (predicting the top three finishers in exact order), and Exactas (predicting the first two finishers in exact order) add complexity and excitement.
Futures (All-In) Betting: This involves placing bets well in advance of the Gold Cup, often before the final field is confirmed. While offering attractive odds, it’s important to note that all-in bets are typically non-refundable, even if your selected greyhound doesn’t participate in the race.
Many of the top greyhound bookmakers provide special promotions leading up to the event, including enhanced odds and money-back offers. It’s advisable to compare the best greyhound racing promotions across different platforms to maximise potential returns.
Punters are encouraged to review form guides and read over our greyhound betting tips the day of the event to maximise your chances.
With a strong field and the prestige of a Group 1 title, the Gold Cup is always a popular choice for bettors.
The GARRARD’S Gold Cup was created in 2020 to fill the gap left in Brisbane’s summer racing calendar when the Albion Park Gold Cup was rebranded as the Queensland Cup and shifted to mid-year. This newly introduced race ensured that a marquee staying event remained part of the Golden Greys Summer Carnival. From its inception, the GARRARD’S Gold Cup has become a key feature in Queensland’s greyhound racing landscape, quickly growing in prestige and prominence.
Initially classified as a Listed race, the Gold Cup made its debut in 2020, with True Detective, trained by Jeffrey Britton, taking home the title in 42.08 seconds over 710 meters, narrowly defeating What About It by three-quarters of a length. The event’s success and popularity paved the way for its elevation to Group 3 status in 2022. That year, Selena Zammit’s stayer, We The People, delivered a neck victory in 42.43 seconds over Knicks Bale, solidifying the race’s reputation as a platform for elite stayers.
The Gold Cup reached the pinnacle of greyhound racing in 2024, earning Group 1 status. In that landmark edition, Valpolicella, trained by Tony Zammit, dominated the field with a stunning 4-1/4 length victory in 41.91 seconds, defeating Drill Sergeant and showcasing the quality of competition the event now attracts.
Since its creation, the GARRARD’S Gold Cup has established itself as one of Australia’s premier staying events. Its inclusion in the Golden Greys Summer Carnival ensures it continues to spotlight the endurance and skill of the nation’s finest stayers.
Ethanol Water claimed the 2025 Gold Cup, which will be the last Gold Cup run at Albion Park with all Brisbane racing moving to the Q.
On January 30, 2025, at Albion Park, Ethanol Water produced a brilliant front-running display to claim the Group 1 Gold Cup (710m) at Albion Park on Thursday night, securing her second elite-level victory in dominant fashion. The Thomas Dailly-trained stayer jumped superbly from box three and took control of the race immediately, setting up a commanding early lead as the $2.30 betting favourite with the top greyhound bookmakers. Ethanol Water will go in history books as the last Group 1 Gold Cup to be run at Albion Park
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2025 Garrard’s Gold Cup Results
On February 1, 2024, at Albion Park, Valpolicella, trained by Tony Zammit, delivered a commanding performance to win the Group 1 Garrard’s Gold Cup. Starting from box five, Valpolicella completed the 710m race in 41.91 seconds, finishing 4.25 lengths ahead of Drill Sergeant.
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2024 Garrard’s Gold Cup Results
On January 26, 2023, at Albion Park, Mepunga Ruby, trained by Jeffrey Britton, showcased her staying prowess by winning the Group 3 Garrard’s Gold Cup. Starting from box three, Mepunga Ruby completed the 710m race in 41.93 seconds, finishing 1.5 lengths ahead of Korda.
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2023 Garrard’s Gold Cup Results
On January 27, 2022, at Albion Park, We The People, trained by Selena Zammit, secured a narrow victory in the Group 3 Garrard’s Gold Cup. Starting from box two, We The People completed the 710m race in 42.43 seconds, finishing a neck ahead of Knicks Bale.
2022 Garrard’s Gold Cup Results
On January 28, 2021, at Albion Park, Sir Truculent, trained by Tony Brett, delivered a gritty performance to win the Listed Garrard’s Gold Cup. Starting from box one, Sir Truculent completed the 710m race in 41.70 seconds, finishing half a length ahead of Sunset Bourbski.
2021 Garrard’s Gold Cup Results
On January 10, 2020, at Albion Park, True Detective, trained by Jeffrey Britton, showcased determination to claim the Listed Garrard’s Gold Cup. Starting from box one, True Detective completed the 710m race in 42.08 seconds, edging out What About It by 0.75 lengths in a thrilling finish.
2020 Garrard’s Gold Cup Results
| Year | Winner | Trainer | Distance | Boxes | Margin | Time | Runner-Up | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | True Detective | Jeffrey Britton | 710m | 1,2,7 | 3/4L | 42.08sec | What About It | Listed |
| 2021 | Sir Truculent | Tony Brett | 710m | 1,7,2 | 1/2L | 41.70sec | Sunset Bourbski | Listed |
| 2022 | We The People | Selena Zammit | 710m | 2,3,8 | Neck | 42.43sec | Knicks Bale | Group 3 |
| 2023 | Mepunga Ruby | Jeffrey Britton | 710m | 3,4,7 | 1-1/2L | 41.93sec | Korda | Group 3 |
| 2024 | Valpolicella | Tony Zammit | 710m | 5,6,2 | 4-1/4L | 41.91sec | Drill Sergeant | Group 1 |
| 2025 | Ethanol Water | Thomas Dailly | 710m | 3,6,4 | 1-1/2L | 41.46 | Black Silencer | Group 1 |