Held at the breathtaking Eagle Farm Racecourse, found about eight kilometres from Brisbane’s City Centre, the Queensland Sires Produce Stakes brings spectators from all over the state. Held by the Brisbane Race Club every May the BRC Sires Produce Stakes showcases top up-and-comers in Australian horseracing with two-year-olds competing at set weights. With prize money on offer just over $250,000 the Group 2 event is competed over 1,400 metres.
History
One of the more historically rich Queensland race the BRC Sires Produce Stakes was first run in 1882 and saw Goldfinder cross the finishing line first. Originally held as a Principal race and spanning seven furlongs the distance of the race has not changed since its inception other than converting to the official metric distance of 1400m in 1973.
In 1980 the BRC Sires Produce Stakes was recognised as a Group 2 race and between 1997 and 2005 was raced as a Group 1 event. However since 2006 it has been competed as a Group 2 race. From 1942 to 1945 the race was not held due to the war.
Race Information
When – May
Where – Eagle Farm Racecourse, Brisbane
Distance – 1400 metres
Status – Group 2
Race Type – 2YO Set Weights
Stakes – $250, 000
