The Quokka is a Perth Racing Special Conditions Thoroughbred horse race held over a distance of 1200 metres at Ascot Racecourse in Perth, Western Australia.
[1] In September 2022, Racing and Wagering Western Australia announced the introduction of The Quokka, a new A$4,000,000 slot-holder Special Conditions race, to be held in April of the following year at Ascot Racecourse.
[3] It is often referred to as "WA's richest race" in the media.
[1] The inaugural Quokka was held on 15 April 2023, with Sydney-galloper Overpass winning by a nose over local talent Amelia's Jewel.
[7] The second running of the race was held on 20 April 2024, with Overpass winning again, beating runner-up Amelia's Jewel to secure back-to-back victories in The Quokka.