Great Northern Derby (race)

The Great Northern Derby is a Group 1 thoroughbred horse race held annually in Auckland, New Zealand. It is typically run over a distance of 2400 meters and is open to three-year-old horses. The race is a significant event in the New Zealand racing calendar, forming a key part of the Auckland Racing Club's summer carnival. It traditionally attracts a strong field of both local and Australian-bred horses aiming for Classic success. The race is run under set weight conditions.