{"title":"Epsom Oaks Odds \u0026 Betting | Parimatch","description":"Get the latest Epsom Oaks odds at Parimatch and keep up to date with any shifts in favourites and outsiders.","custom_path":"/en-gb/pages/horse-racing/epsom-oaks-odds","heading":"Epsom Oaks Odds \u0026 Betting Markets","heading_tag":"h1","nofollow":false,"noindex":false,"has_custom_schema":false,"schema_json":null,"has_toc":false,"alternate_languages":[],"copy_sections":[{"toc_title":"","title":"\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\"\u003eEpsom Oaks Odds\u003c/h2\u003e","content":"\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe Oaks Stakes, more widely referred to as the Epsom Oaks, is one of the biggest and most popular horse races in the UK, and it remains synonymous with the similarly iconic Epsom Derby.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eAfter all, both events take place during the same weekend and at the same race festival, with the Oaks usually scheduled for the day before the Derby.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThey’re both among the five ‘Classic’ flat races in the UK, too, preceded by the 1000 and 2000 Guineas and followed by the St. Leger towards the end of the year.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eAt \u003ca href=\"https://www.parimatch.co.uk/\"\u003eParimatch\u003c/a\u003e, we offer extensive coverage of the Oaks Stakes, which includes highly competitive odds and a diverse range of betting markets.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eBut when does this race typically take place, and what should you look for when picking potential winners?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eWhen is the Epsom Oaks?\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe Epsom Oaks is categorised as a Group 1 flat horse, contested over a distance of one mile and four furlongs (or 2,420 metres). It takes place annually and usually towards the end of May or in early June.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe race is open to three-year-old fillies only and is always contested at the historic Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey. Although it’s not quite as lucrative or financially rewarding as the Derby, it boasted a total prize fund of £573,150 in 2025, with the winner receiving a cheque of £325,033.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eInterestingly, the event is named after The Oaks, an estate situated to the east of Epsom, which was leased to the 12th Earl of Derby during the 18th century.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eHe and his esteemed guests developed the idea for the race during a party at the estate in 1778, with the event subsequently inaugurated as the ‘Oakes Stakes’ the following year.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThis makes the Epsom Oaks the second oldest of the UK’s five Classic races, after the St Leger (inaugurated in 1776). It even outdates \u003ca href=\"https://www.parimatch.co.uk/en-gb/pages/horse-racing/epsom-derby-betting\"\u003ethe Derby\u003c/a\u003e by a single year, while it continues to serve as the middle leg of the so-called “Fillies’ Triple Crown”, following the aforementioned 1000 Guineas and preceding the St Leger.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eEpsom Oaks Race History: Runners, Riders, and Trainers\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eRobert Robson remains the most successful trainer in Epsom Oaks history, after training 13 winners between 1802 and 1825.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe only man likely to threaten his record is Aidan O’Brien, who has 11 Oaks winners under his belt, and with such an exceptional recent record in this race (O’Brien has trained seven of the last 11 winners), we wouldn’t be surprised to see him at least match Robson’s record in the coming years.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eFrank Buckle’s nine Epsom Oaks wins between 1797 and 1823 see him top the leaderboard as the Oaks’ most successful jockey of all time.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eBefore retiring from the British circuit, Frankie Dettori loved racing in the Oaks, winning seven times between 1994 and 2023. Of the current crop, Ryan Moore has won the Oaks five times, most recently riding Minnie Hauk to victory in 2025.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eDespite records being held by trainers and jockeys who are no longer with us, relatively recent races have also entered the record books for all the right reasons.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eRyan Moore’s triumph aboard Love for Aidan O’Brien was the fastest ever time run at the Epsom Oaks in the race’s 240+ year history, and his incredible run of 2:34.06 just edged Enable’s 2017 win under Frankie Dettori, which was clocked at 2:34.13.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eA year later, Frankie Dettori, aboard Snowfall for Aidan O’Brien, secured the biggest winning margin in the race’s history, winning the Oaks by 16 lengths.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eThe Most Popular Epsom Oaks Betting Markets\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eAs with most \u003ca href=\"https://www.parimatch.co.uk/en-gb/sports/364\"\u003ehorse racing events\u003c/a\u003e of this type, the Oaks unlocks a vast range of betting markets at Parimatch. Some of these are more popular than others, so here’s a breakdown of the most widely bet on Epsom Oaks markets and a brief introduction to each one:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWin Betting: \u003c/strong\u003eThis market needs very little explanation, as it simply requires you to pick the winner of the Oaks. Ante-post odds are typically published well in advance of the race, and betting early may allow you to unlock additional value and more competitive prices. For example, you can back favourites before betting volumes drive their odds lower or wager on competitively priced outsiders before their prices start to drift as the race draws closer.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach-Way Betting: \u003c/strong\u003eWhen you place an each-way bet, you’re backing your chosen runner to both win the race and\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c/strong\u003efinish in the designated places. In essence, this wager involves splitting your stake evenly between two different outcomes, thereby increasing your chances of earning at least some kind of return. However, this type of bet is synonymous with slightly lower payouts and is most popular among novices or risk-averse punters.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlace Betting: \u003c/strong\u003eThis market offers odds on your selected runners to finish in the places, with the precise terms determined by the number of runners fielded. This type of wager pays out according to so-called “place terms”, which dictate that the bet will be settled at 1/5 of the ‘win’ odds.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"bvs-h2\" style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eOur Epsom Oaks Betting Insights\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eRegardless of how you intend to wager on the Epsom Oaks, it’s crucial that you research the available markets and runners in detail before committing your hard-earned money. To help you in this respect, here are some key Oaks betting insights that can help to inform your picks:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook Out for Aidan O’Brien Trained Runners: \u003c/strong\u003eAidan O’Brien remains one of the best and most prolific trainers on the flat racing circuit, and he has a particularly outstanding track record at Epsom. O’Brien has trained 11 Epsom Oaks winners and has an excellent record in the Derby, too, becoming the leading trainer in the race’s history with 11 triumphs after Lambourn’s success in 2025. So, if you want to narrow your search ahead of this year’s race, choosing a horse from O’Brien’s stable could be a good strategy.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemember That the Favourite Rarely Prospers in the Oaks: \u003c/strong\u003eLike most G1 outings, the Oaks tends to boast an incredibly high quality and competitive field. So, it should come as no surprise that the starting favourite only prevailed in five of the 20 race renewals between 2003 and 2025. So, while you can’t automatically discount the Oaks’ favourite, it’s worth analysing the field in full before placing your bets.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook for Horses with One Career Win in Flat Races: \u003c/strong\u003eYou might not be surprised to learn that backing a horse with previous flat race success is a smart move ahead of the Epsom Oaks. For instance, 2024 winner Ezeliya won at Navan and Cork before winning the Oaks, while 2025 winner, Minnie Hauk, won at Leopardstown and Chester before triumphing at Epsom. While outside chances can win in favourable conditions at Epsom, it often pays to pick a horse with a winning pedigree going into this race.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left:0px;\"\u003eRemember, these insights should be considered part of a more comprehensive and rounded race analysis, as this is key to wagering responsibly. We also operate our very own Safer Gambling Portal at Parimatch, enabling you to control your deposit limits and always wager within your means.\u003c/p\u003e"}]}