The Shepparton Cup is the main feature of the Shepparton GRC and is run over the 450m journey.
The race holds group 2 status, with winning connections pocketing a lucrative $40,000 winner’s cheque.
The most recent edition of the Shepparton Cup was held in March 2025 and was won by powerhouse performer Lakeview Emily wnning her first Group race for Harley Whelan.
Currently no odds are available for the 2026 Shepparton Cup,
The field for the Shepparton cup will be announced after the running of the heats
Being the major feature at Shepparton, the Cup always attracts the best chasers from Victoria as well as interstate.
With some stellar fields, there is plenty of betting interest on the series, with our recommended online bookmakers all offering fixed odds betting on the final as soon as the field and box draw is confirmed.
Many bookies also offer markets on the heats and semi-finals, allowing punters to shop around and find the best early odds about their chosen runner(s) throughout the series.
Some bookies also offer all-in markets for the winner of the final once the fields have been released for the heats. This market usually offers some great value, with big prices available if you think you can spot the potential winner early on in the series.
The Shepparton Cup was first run back in 1973 when taken out by Garner Bin and since that time has grown in stature to become one of the most sought after Country Cup titles.
Some greats of the sport have saluted in the race including Highly Blessed (1990), Head Honcho (1993), Kantarn Bale (2000), Whisky Assassin (2004), El Grand Senor (2011) and Paw Licking (2013).
For many years it was used as an important lead up race for the Group 1 Melbourne Cup, with greyhounds such as Highly Blessed, Master Giant, Kantarn Bale and El Grand Senor completing the lucrative double during their careers.
Since its inception only one greyhound has won the race twice – former talented racer Thorgil Magic which took out back to back editions of the feature in 1985 and 1986.
The Cup was held at the Shepparton Showgrounds track from the early 1970s until 2006 when the Club moved to its new state of the art racing facility located in the heart of the Goulburn Valley.
Star Victorian sprinter Lakeview Emily has broken through for her first Group race success in emphatic fashion, claiming the 2025 Group 2 Shepparton Cup with a blistering all-the-way performance on Saturday night. After contesting seven Group finals without tasting victory, the Harley Whelan-trained daughter of Fernando Bale and Lakeview Maisey made no mistake from the coveted red rug, beginning swiftly and carving across to hold the lead through the first turn. From there, it was a one-act affair from the $2.10 bookmaker favourite.
2025 Shepparton Cup Final ResultsShepparton 450m Group 2 $40,000 to-the-winner Saturday, March 22, 2025
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1 Lakeview Emily
T: Harley WhelanTime: 24.78Margin:
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| 2nd |
8 Fernando Phil
T: Michelle MalliaTime: 24.91Margin: 2.00 Lengths
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| 3rd |
2 Leo Bale
T: Rebecca GibbonsTime: 25.08Margin: 4.50 Lengths
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| 4th |
5 Slick Badger
T: Shane PulbrookTime: 25.43Margin: 9.75 Lengths
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| 5th |
7 Zipping Gryllis
T: Brooke EnnisTime: 25.45Margin: 10.00 Lengths
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6th |
3 Description
T: Rebecca GibbonsTime: 25.52Margin: 11.00 Lengths
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4 Boracay Storm
T: David GeallTime: 25.70Margin: 13.75 Lengths
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| 8th |
6 Kraken Whiskey
T: Mark MorrisseyTime: 25.73Margin: 14.25 Lengths
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Explicit, trained by Jason Thompson, delivered a dominant performance in the 2024 Shepparton Cup, leading from start to finish. Starting from box 1, Explicit clocked an impressive 24.66 seconds over the 450m distance, securing a 2.75-length victory over Smooth Plane. This win marked Thompson’s fifth Shepparton Cup triumph, underscoring his prominence in the sport.
In 2023, Lektra Heckler, trained by Jake Loverso, clinched the Shepparton Cup with a time of 24.95 seconds over 450m. Starting from box 4, Lektra Heckler secured a 1.5-length victory over Unleash Collinda, showcasing remarkable speed and agility.
Substantial, under the guidance of trainer Anthony Azzopardi, claimed the 2022 Shepparton Cup with a commanding performance. Starting from box 7, Substantial completed the 450m race in 24.77 seconds, finishing 3.41 lengths ahead of Robbie Rotten.
2022 Shepparton Cup Results
Ferdinand Boy, trained by David Geall, showcased exceptional speed in the 2021 Shepparton Cup. Starting from box 8, he completed the 450m race in 24.75 seconds, securing a 1.34-length victory over Catch The Thief.
2021 Shepparton Cup Results
In 2020, Hard Style Rico, trained by Luckie Karabitsakos, delivered a remarkable performance in the Shepparton Cup. Starting from box 8, he completed the 450m race in 24.80 seconds, finishing 2.3 lengths ahead of Snags McKenzie.
2020 Shepparton Cup Results
The Shepparton Cup was not conducted in 2019.
Peter Galo, trained by Garry Selkrig, delivered a dominant all-the-way victory in the 2018 Shepparton Cup. Breaking brilliantly from box 6, he surged to an impressive 4.37-length win over Elevated, clocking a fast time of 25.16 seconds over the 450m distance.
2018 Shepparton Cup Results
Jumping from box eight, the red brindle dog was only fairly into stride but mustered plenty of early pace to rush up towards the front of the pack before colliding with the leader Good Girl Sandy (Magic Sprite x Jebrynah Glory Feb ’15).
The incident cost the speed machine considerable ground, however he quickly found his momentum again, railing through to take the lead in the home straight, holding off a late challenge from Bewildering (Black Magic Opal x Outlandish Feb ’15) to score in 25.32.
2017 Shepparton Cup results
July 29, 2017. July 29th, 2017. Shepparton. First Prize: $47,000
Zinzan Brooke (KNOCKA NORRIS X ALL FIRED UP) Date of birth: 01/01/2014. Red Brindle DOG
Winning Time: 25.31 Margins:
Owner: Wayne Thomson, Trainer: Brooke Ennis.
Others in finishing order: Bewildering, Lucky Chap, Alpha Lucky, Annabelle’s Boy, :Ando’s Mac, Good Girl Sandy, Rockin Rico
The race was re-programmed in 2016 which meant that there were two runnings of the feature.
The first was taken out by Gotta Get Back for trainer John McLelland, defeating a quality field to salute by one and a half lengths in 25.10.
The second edition of the race was claimed by Aston Bolero for owner Ray Borda and leading trainer Jason Thompson – prevailing by just half a length on the line.
2016 Shepparton Cup results
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February 12, 2016. Shepparton SGRC First Prize $47,000
Winner: Gotta Get Back (Vee Man Vane x Majestic Land) Born Dec 2012 Black and White Dog
Owner: P Dooner and D Morden, Trainer: John McLelland.
Time: 25.10. Mrgins 1.50 x 1.75.
Others in finishing order: Bearville Azza, Big Ticket, Dalgetty, Proven Kodiak, Dewana Result, Legend, Aston Bolero.
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September 24, 2016. Shepparton SGRC First Prize $47,000
Winner: Aston Bolero (Fabregas x Aston Dream) Born: Oct 2013 black and white dog
Owner: Raymond Borda. Trainer: Jason Thompson.
Time: 25.06. Margins: 0.5 x Nose.
Others in finishing order: American Monster, Shima Song, Bears Gold, Marley Bale, Marbo’s Magic, Sleek Master, Invictus Rapid.
The son of Collision and Alotta Mojo won the 2015 Group 2 Shepparton Gold Cup in devastating fashion to take his career earnings past the $100,000 mark.
It was a very similar performance to his heat win after spearing to the front early and giving the chasing brigade no chance from there.
Dyna Villa started the race as the clear second favourite but seemed to stumble soon after box rise and was unable to get into the race from there, finishing a clear last.
Both Allen Malik and Tiggerlong Amigo found the line strongly to fill the minor placing, however neither were ever winning possibilities.
2015 Shepparton Cup results
February 8, 2015. Shepparton SGRC First Prize $45,000
Winner: Azza Azza Azza (Collision x Alotta Mojo) Born: May 2012 Brindle Dog
Owner: Whittington Sprod Synd. Trainer: Wayne Vassallo.
Time: 25.12. Margins: 4.75 x Nose.
Others in finishing order: Allen Malik, Tiggerlong Amigo, Armed and Ready, Midnight Flynn, Ronray Spirit, Sisco Rage, Dyna Villa.
| Year | Winner | Trainer | Distance | Boxes | Margin | Time (s) | Runner-Up | Track |
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| 1973 | Garner Bin | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1974 | Morning Glow | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1975 | Tivashly | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1976 | Marungi Boy | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1977 | Near History | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1978 | Relle Louise | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1979 | Mannerism | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1980 | Proven Bold | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1981 | First Question | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? | SHEP |
| 1982 | Golden Impulse | Richard Bunton | 440m | 4,2,1 | Head | 25.15 | Platinum Swap | SHEP |
| 1983 | Blue Echo | Lorraine Ferremi | 440m | 4,6,1 | 2L | 25.52 | Lady Lilly | SHEP |
| 1984 | Blitzem Bill | Anthony Baines | 440m | 8,6,5 | 1L | 25.31 | Haby’s Hope | SHEP |
| 1985 | Thorgil Magic | Patricia Thorpe | 440m | 6,3,4 | 4L | 24.83 | Blue Coup | SHEP |
| 1986 | Thorgil Magic | Patricia Thorpe | 440m | 7,2,5 | 6L | 24.80 | Hawk Machine | SHEP |
| 1987 | Nan’s Pal | Reginald Boyce | 440m | 6,3,4 | 10L | 24.73 | Henry Murray | SHEP |
| 1988 | Fantasy Boy | Tony Cortese | 440m | 6,1,8 | 4L | 24.89 | Hua | SHEP |
| 1989 | Pure Talent | Graeme Bate | 440m | 3,8,2 | 1L | 24.85 | Mets Man | SHEP |
| 1990 | Highly Blessed | Lorraine Ferremi | 440m | 2,4,3 | 2-1/2L | 24.98 | Eureka Man | SHEP |
| 1991 | Bomber Gleeson | Graeme Bate | 440m | 3,1,5 | 1L | 24.93 | Special Promise | SHEP |
| 1992 | Master Giant | Peter Akathiotis | 440m | 2,7,3 | 5L | 24.76 | South Road Sid | SHEP |
| 1993 | Head Honcho | Jason Thompson | 440m | 7,1,8 | 1-1/2L | 24.74 | Tranquil Flame | SHEP |
| 1994 | Thorgil Tex | George Willis | 440m | 1,4,7 | 1/2L | 25.01 | Kid Giant | SHEP |
| 1995 | Hanson Diamond | Geoffrey Allen | 440m | 1,3,7 | 1-1/2L | 25.10 | Neutral Wisp | SHEP |
| 1996 | Bahama Image | William McNally | 440m | 7,8,6 | 1L | 25.02 | Hunting Supreme | SHEP |
| 1997 | World Title | Glenn Rounds | 440m | 6,2,1 | 3L | 25.09 | Kacey’s King | SHEP |
| 1998 | Ashigga | Darren McDonald | 440m | 4,8,1 | 2-1/2L | 24.75 | Denver’s Memory | SHEP |
| 1999 | Star Of Mine | Thomas Dailly | 440m | 5,6,2 | 3/4L | 24.71 | Pete’s Boss | SHEP |
| 2000 | Kantarn Bale | Graeme Bate | 440m | 5,1,8 | Neck | 24.62 | Dutchy’s Angel | SHEP |
| 2001 | Salong Bale | Graeme Bate | 440m | 1,2,7 | 1/2L | 24.77 | Carlisle Jack | SHEP |
| 2002 | Knockabout Wok | Thomas Dailly | 440m | 7,5,3 | 2-1/2L | 24.60 | Fitler Bale | SHEP |
| 2003 | Puzzle Prize | Peter Giles | 440m | 4,6,2 | 2-3/4L | 24.58 | Brumby Lad | SHEP |
| 2004 | Whisky Assassin | Jason Thompson | 440m | 5,4,8 | 2-3/4L | 24.53 | Brumby Lad | SHEP |
| 2005 | Race Not Held | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2006 | Slater | Darren Murray | 450m | 3,6,2 | 6-1/2L | 25.26 | November Roman | SHEP |
| 2007 | Overflow Breaker | Peter Giles | 450m | 2,3,5 | Neck | 25.18 | Vee Man Vane | SHEP |
| 2008 | Hanify’s Impact | Jason Thompson | 450m | 1,2,5 | 3-1/2L | 25.08 | Parracryl | SHEP |
| 2009 | Gardam Prince | Darren McDonald | 450m | 6,1,5 | 1-1/2L | 25.03 | Din’s Son | SHEP |
| 2010 | Din’s Son | Karen Leek | 450m | 6,8,7 | 3/4L | 25.39 | Vandaliser | SHEP |
| 2011 | El Grand Senor | Carolyn Jones | 450m | 4,2,1 | Neck | 25.26 | Mystic Apple | SHEP |
| 2012 | Blackalls Boss | Michelle Mallia-Magri | 450m | 3,5,1 | 3L | 25.10 | Leeroy Rocker | SHEP |
| 2013 | Paw Licking | Kelvyn Greenough | 450m | 4,8,2 | 1-1/4L | 24.89 | Ronan Izmir | SHEP |
| 2014 | Race Not Held | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2015 | Azza Azza Azza | Wayne Vassallo | 450m | 1,7,2 | 4-3/4L | 25.12 | Allen Malik | SHEP |
| 2016 | Gotta Be Back | John McClelland | 450m | 4,7,2 | 1-1/2L | 25.10 | Bearville Azza | SHEP |
| 2016 | Aston Bolero | Jason Thompson | 450m | 6,2,3 | 1/2L | 25.06 | American Monster | SHEP |
| 2017 | Zinzan Brooke | Brooke Ennis | 450m | 8,5,7 | Neck | 25.32 | Bewildering | SHEP |
| 2018 | Peter Galo | Garry Selkrig | 450m | 6,4,5 | 4.37L | 25.16 | Elevated | SHEP |
| 2019 | Race Not Held | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2020 | Hard Style Rico | Luckie Karabitsakos | 450m | 8,6,7 | 2.30L | 24.80 | Snags McKenzie | SHEP |
| 2021 | Ferdinand Boy | David Geall | 450m | 8,2,7 | 1.34L | 24.75 | Catch The Thief | SHEP |
| 2022 | Substantial | Anthony Azzopardi | 450m | 7,8,1 | 3.41L | 24.77 | Robbie Rotten | SHEP |
| 2023 | Lektra Heckler | Jake Loverso | 450m | 4,6,2 | 1.50L | 24.95 | Unleash Collinda | SHEP |
| 2024 | Explicit | Jason Thompson | 450m | 1,6,5 | 2.75L | 24.66 | Smooth Plane | SHEP |
| 2025 | Lakeview Emily | Harley Whelan | 450m | 1,8,2 | 2.00L | 24.78 | Fernando Phil | SHEP |