| Group 3 race | |
| Location | Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia |
|---|---|
| Inaugurated | 1869 |
| Race type | Thoroughbred |
| Sponsor | Lexus (2022) |
| Race information | |
| Distance | 2,500 metres |
| Surface | Turf |
| Qualification | Three year olds and older that are not maidens |
| Weight | Quality handicap |
| Purse | $300,000 (2022) |
| Bonuses | Exemption from ballot for Melbourne Cup (if nominated) |
The Hotham Handicap, raced as the Lexus Archer Stakes, is a Victoria Racing Club Group 3 Thoroughbred horse race for horses three years old and older, held under quality handicap conditions, over a distance of 2500 metres, held annually at Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia on Victoria Derby Day.[1] Total prize money for the race is A$300,000.