Giga Kick swoops in All-Aged
Victorian trainer Clayton Douglas trains first G1 winner as star galloper demonstrates why many consider him Australia’s best sprinter
www.racing.comHere’s what I can share about Giga Kick and All Aged Stakes, based on recent public reports.
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Giga Kick has a notable history with the All Aged Stakes, including a Group 1 win in 2023 at Randwick, defeating Zaaki and Cascadian in a high-profile Sydney autumn race. This marked his first Group 1 at 1400m and helped cement his status as a top sprinter in Australia. The race was part of the Sydney Autumn Carnival, and the performance was widely covered as a career milestone for both the horse and trainer Clayton Douglas.[2][3]
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Beyond 2023, Giga Kick continued to be mentioned in context with major open-age targets, including discussions around subsequent Everest campaigns and potential moves to other prestige races. Reports from Racing Australia outlets in 2023–2026 describe ongoing interest in his form and potential schedules, though exact race plans can vary by season and training decisions.[5][7][2]
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In 2025–2026, there were references to Giga Kick competing in high-profile events in Sydney and occasionally heading interstate for opportunities, with coverage noting his status as one of Australia’s prominent sprinters and his ongoing campaign planning by trainer Clayton Douglas.[7][10][5]
Illustrative context: The All Aged Stakes win in 2023 is often cited as the standout Group 1 performance that year, and it is frequently referenced when discussing Giga Kick’s peak form and legacy within the sprinting division.[3]
If you’d like, I can pull more up-to-date items and summarize the latest race results and upcoming targets for Giga Kick, or focus on specific races (e.g., The Everest, Doomben 10,000, or any 2026 targets) with concise timelines. I can also provide a concise timeline of his All Aged Stakes performances and notable placings.