The Makybe Diva Stakes 2026 is one of Australia’s premier Group 1 weight-for-age races. Run over 1,600 metres on turf at Flemington Racecourse, the race marks the return of elite middle-distance horses during the Melbourne Spring Carnival. Named after the legendary three-time Melbourne Cup winner Makybe Diva, it is one of the highlights of Crown Makybe Diva Stakes Day. This page provides early betting odds, race details, and entry information for international bettors.
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Race Overview
Race
Makybe Diva Stakes
Grade
G1
Distance
1600m
Surface
Turf
Location
Flemington Racecourse
Date
September 12, 2026
Local Time
16:20 (AEST)
Race No.
Race 8
Qualification
3YO & Up (Weight-for-Age)
Prize Money
A$750,000
Why International Bettors Follow
Access to Ante-Post betting markets before final declarations
Fixed Odds markets become available as race day approaches
One of Australia’s premier weight-for-age Group 1 mile races
A key early-season feature of the Melbourne Spring Carnival
Named in honour of the legendary three-time Melbourne Cup winner Makybe Diva
Early Betting Odds
Early odds are typically offered by international bookmakers such as bet365, 1xBet, Betfair, and other major Australian operators. Markets usually open as Ante-Post before switching to Fixed Odds closer to race day.
