Wigmore won the Gr.1 South Australian Derby on May 2, 2026, marking a significant triumph for trainer Phillip Stokes. This victory underscores Stokes’ successful history with New Zealand horses.
Wigmore is a son of Sweynesse and out of the More Than Ready mare Del Mondo. Previously trained by Caley Myers in New Zealand, he finished seventh in the Gr.3 Chairman’s Stakes at Morphettville before his Derby win.
Stokes has now achieved nine Group One wins, including two victories in the South Australian Derby. Wigmore was identified by bloodstock agent Phill Cataldo for OTI Racing, which sold 25 percent ownership to Terry Henderson.
Key facts about Wigmore:
- Wigmore won the South Australian Derby at his second Australian start.
- He had eight weeks between runs before the Chairman’s Stakes.
- His granddam is the Gr.1 VRC Oaks winner Arborea.
- Wigmore is a half-brother to Gr.3 New Zealand Cup winner Mondorani.
Stokes mentioned that Wigmore may be a contender for the Melbourne Cup. He expressed gratitude towards OTI Racing for their support, stating, “He’s very clean winded. Big thanks to OTI, they’re massive supporters.”
The next steps for Wigmore are uncertain, with potential participation in either the Queensland Derby or Melbourne Cup being discussed. Stokes noted that it is too early to determine what they will do next.
