Regal Zeus Dominates the Kilmore Cup in Front-Running Masterclass

Regal Zeus Puts On a Cup Day Clinic

What a day for the team behind Regal Zeus, whom delivered a dominant and utterly professional performance to claim the 2025 Bet365 Kilmore Cup in style.

From the moment the gates opened, Zeus showed his intentions.

He jumped cleanly, took control, and rolled straight to the lead.

With no interruptions, no pressure, and every stride taken on his terms, the result began to feel inevitable long before they turned for home.

Daniel Stackhouse rated him to perfection, allowing Zeus to build a strong yet economical rhythm.

His ears were pricked, his action smooth, and his confidence unmistakable as he handled the tight-turning Kilmore circuit like a greyhound — agile, balanced, and absolutely thriving.

By the time the field reached the 600m, the challengers were already in trouble.

Stackhouse shifted him to the better ground on the bend, asked for an effort at the top of the straight, and Zeus responded exactly as he does when he’s at his best:

he lengthened, he controlled, and he broke their hearts.

The final margin — four lengths — reflected just how dominant he was.

The post-race comments said it all:

• “Never in doubt.”
• “Bolts in.”
• “Complete control from start to finish.”

This victory marks another feature win for the son of Zoustar, whom earlier claimed the Golden Mile at Bendigo and continues to build an impressive résumé of high-level performances.

Despite an up-and-down preparation, trainer John Mardle produced Zeus in perfect order, proving once again what a tough, consistent, and reliable horse he is for his connections.

Another Cup in the bag. Another special chapter written.

Onwards and upwards with this genuine star of the stable.

You can watch Regal Zeus’ win at Kilmore here.