The countdown to the King of the Mountain begins at the official Barrier Draw at Clifford Park Racecourse. This pivotal event sets the stage for raceday, as barriers are drawn, contenders confirmed and race tactics begin to take shape.

Join owners, trainers, connections and racing fans as anticipation builds ahead of one of the Winter Carnival’s most celebrated feature races. The Barrier Draw offers a behind-the-scenes look at the strategy and storylines that will unfold on raceday.

A must-attend moment in the lead-up to the King of the Mountain, marking the official start of the final countdown.