Historic Fifth Derby Title for Graham Holland, A Decade of Unmatched Success

Historic Fifth Derby Title for Graham Holland, A Decade of Unmatched Success

After the 2025 of the Irish Greyhound Derby result, Graham Holland cemented his place in Irish greyhound racing history as the most successful trainer ever in the Irish Greyhound Derby by claiming his fifth Derby title.

The remarkable achievement was celebrated this week as Graham and his family proudly showcased the five greyhounds that brought them Derby glory:

• Rural Hawaii (2016)
• Lenson Bocko (2019)
• Newinn Taylor (2020)
• Bockos Diamond (2024)
• Cheap Sandwiches (2025)

Photo credit:  Y Harrington

Each champion represents a chapter in racing excellence, making Holland the undisputed record-holder in the modern era of Irish greyhound racing.

The photo captures Graham with his wife Nikki, sons Chris and Timmy, and daughter Rachel, who  together form part of the Tipperary based Riverside Team. Their combined dedication, hard work, and commitment have been instrumental in shaping one of the most successful kennels in Irish racing.

Reflecting on the milestone, Tim Lucey, CEO of GRI paid tribute to the Hollands, saying, "This is a team achievement through and through. Similar to other family run kennels across the country, every one of these wins has been built on the effort and care that the Holland Family puts into the dogs every single day. To see five champions lined up here, it’s something very special.”

And if that wasn’t enough Derby winners in one picture, Graham has also secured two English Greyhound Derby titles, with Romeo Magico (2022) and Gaytime Nemo (2023), both of whom were also on site for the historic photo call,  further underlining his reputation as one of the most accomplished greyhound trainers in the sport’s history.