As the season comes to a close join us in celebrating VRC Members Race Day.

This special meeting provides an opportunity to acknowledge the VRC members wonderful support and loyalty for the 2025/26 racing season.

This meeting plays host to The Byerley Handicap (1800m) – a coveted event for owners and trainers who will be seeking ballot exempt path for their two-year-olds into the 2026 Group 1 Victoria Derby or the 2026 Group 1 Crown Oaks (2500m).

Also on the card, the Deane Lester Flemington Cup (2800m) – a race 12 years older than the Lexus Melbourne Cup and named in honour of one of racing’s great people who passed away in 2023.

Saturday 18 July, 2026


Feature race
The Byerley Handicap
(1800m)*
Deane Lester Flemington Cup (2800m)
* Winner will receive ballot exemption into the 2026 Group 1 Victoria Derby (2500m) or the 2026 Group 1 Crown Oaks (2500m)