The current naming of the race is after the champion international jockey and horse trainer
George Moore (1923–2008), who began his career in Brisbane. Amongst his many achievements he won the
Doomben 10,000 which is held at the same track as this race a record five times.
Takeover Target established the new track record of 1.07.88 for the 1200 metres in winning the race in 2005.
Name • 1979–1986 - XXXX Stakes • 1987 - Thornhill Park Stakes • 1988 - L J Williams Quality Handicap • 1989 - Summer Stakes • 1990–1992 L J Williams Quality Handicap • 1993 - Summer Stakes • 1994–1999 - AWA Stakes • 2000–2006 - Summer Stakes • 2008 onwards - George Moore Stakes
Grade • 1979–1982 - Group 3 • 1983–2000 - Listed race • 2001 onwards Group 3
Venue • 1979–2015 -
Doomben Racecourse • 2016 -
Eagle Farm Racecourse • 2017 onwards -
Doomben Racecourse ==Winners==