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Greyhound racing is 100 not out but how many more can we score?As greyhound racing celebrates 100 years, the pressure on the sport from the outside has never been heavier.Matt Newman|July 24, 2026
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Not a clue and not a care just about sums up the antis and their BS bingoThe decisions in Wales and Scotland this week to ban greyhound racing based on antis reading off the same script shows once again they haven't got any idea - and neither do those who listen to themMatt Newman|March 20, 2026
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More time around the dogs is proving the best therapyGreyhounds are the best therapy for those who are struggling. Should the sport be making more of a deal of this when it comes to trying to find homes after racing?Matt Newman|February 13, 2026
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Peter O'Dowd leads the tributes following the passing of John QuinnJohn Quinn has passed away aged 87. He is best known as the owner of Derby winner I'm Slippy but was also a trainer in his own right.Matt Newman|February 5, 2026
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Floyd Amphlett: My 54 years in greyhound racingFloyd Amphlett takes a personal walk down memory lane as he takes a look at some of the changes in the sport over the 54 years of his involvement.Matt Newman|October 10, 2025
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Maiden opens and their current worthFloyd Amphlett takes a look at the concept of maiden opens and the worth of their form in the current greyhound racing climate.Chris Oliver|September 11, 2025
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"History shows us, that it isn’t a great strategy" - Floyd's opinionThe final part of Floyd Amphlett's three part series looking back at the way that greyhound racing has been shaped by the battles between the tracks and bookmakersMatt Newman|September 5, 2025
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Greyhound Tracks versus The Bookies and The FundPart two of a three part series from Floyd Amphlett takes a look at the battle between the greyhound tracks themselves, the bookmakers and the fundingMatt Newman|August 28, 2025
Performance of the Week
Performance of the Week
British Performance of the Week - 18 August 2026Taking a quick look over the best of the racing action from last week and picking out the best run from each of the 16 tracks.Matt Newman|August 18, 2026
Performance of the Week
Irish Performance of the Week - 12 August 2026There was plenty of decent action in Ireland last week but nothing topped the opening round of the BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby at Shelbourne Park.Matt Newman|August 12, 2026
Performance of the Week
British Performance of the Week - 11 August 2026Saturday saw the start of a pair of Category One competitions at Monmore, but there are also runs from 15 other tracks that need to be discussed from last week.Matt Newman|August 9, 2026
Performance of the Week
Irish Performance of the Week - 4 August 2026It was the final week of action in Ireland last week before the start of the 2026 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby with a sparkling performance over Shelbourne's 550y trip.Matt Newman|August 3, 2026
Performance of the Week
British Performance of the Week - 3 August 2026Two Cat One finals dominated proceedings last week as both the Coral Regency and Coral Sussex Cup came to their conclusions.Matt Newman|August 3, 2026
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Irish Performance of the Week - 28 July 2026The highlight of the week in Ireland last week was the final of the Time Puppy Derby which went to Peter Cronin's Im Here.Matt Newman|July 28, 2026
Performance of the Week
British Performance of the Week - 27 July 2026Another busy week of racing action with a Cat One final, Cat One semis and reputations on the line ahead of upcoming events at the top table.Matt Newman|July 27, 2026
Performance of the Week
Irish Performance of the Week - 22 July 2026Taking a look around all of the Irish tracks to find the top performance of the week from each venue.Matt Newman|July 21, 2026
Greyhound of the Month
Greyhound of the Month
Droopys Plunge is named the Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month for JuneThe Star Sports & TRC English Greyhound Derby winner Droopys Plunge has been named Greyhound of the Month for JuneMatt Newman|July 7, 2025
Greyhound of the Month
April Greyhound of the Month gets awarded at TowcesterConnections of Aayamza Sydney belatedly got their award for their star winning the Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month.Matt Newman|June 18, 2025
Greyhound of the Month
Mongys Wild is named Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month for MayMongys Wild is named Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month for MayMichael Smyth|June 13, 2025
Greyhound of the Month
The six nominations for May's Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the MonthWe run through the six greyhounds that have been nominated for the May Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the MonthGraham Banks|June 6, 2025
Greyhound of the Month
Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month - April 2025The Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month for April has been announcedGraham Banks|May 15, 2025
Greyhound of the Month
The six nominations for April's Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the MonthThree of the six nominations for the Greyhound UK Greyhound of the Month for April will line up I the Star Sports/TRC English Greyhound Derby this weekend.Matt Newman|May 8, 2025
Greyhound of the Month
Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month - March 2025The Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the Month for March has been announcedGraham Banks|April 18, 2025
Greyhound of the Month
The six nominations for March's Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the MonthWe run through the six greyhounds that have been nominated for the March Greyhound Racing UK Greyhound of the MonthMatt Newman|April 14, 2025
Remember When...
Remember When...
Floyd's greyhound racing memories from the month of OctoberFloyd Amphlett brings us some memories from the month of October through the years in the latest edition of Remember When.Matt Newman|October 13, 2025
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October History: A look back at what happened in Greyhound RacingFloyd Amphlett takes a look back at some of the most notable happenings from the month of October in greyhound racing.Matt Newman|October 6, 2025
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September History: A look back at what happened in greyhound racingFloyd Amphlett takes a look back at some of what has happened in the sport of greyhound racing in the month of September down the years in Remember When.Chris Oliver|September 30, 2025
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The History of the Yarmouth DerbyThe Yarmouth Derby is fast approaching its 80th birthday. One of the most beloved greyhound competitions, it was a particular favourite of Charlie ListerMatt Newman|September 9, 2025
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Looking back at three Irish Greyhound Derby winnersFloyd Amphlett takes a trip down memory lane to look at the 1981, 1996 and 2017 winners of the Irish Greyhound Derby, Bold Work, Tina Marina and Good NewsMatt Newman|September 3, 2025
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August History: A look back at what happened in greyhound racingFloyd Amphlett takes a look back at some of what has happened in the sport of greyhound racing in the month of August down the years in Remember WhenMatt Newman|August 26, 2025
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We say goodbye to Perry Barr Stadium this week with a special look backFloyd Amphlett takes a look over the history of one of the UK’s most famous dog racing tracks. From the old Walsall Road circuit to the Aldridge Road revival, Perry Barr has produced unforgettable racing moments and legendary greyhounds.Matt Newman|August 19, 2025
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Greyhound Racing in August: Historic Moments Through the YearsAugust has always been an important month in greyhound racing history, marked by legendary greyhounds, stadium closures, landmark welfare updates, and unforgettable races. Here’s a look back at the defining moments in the sport’s past that shaped greyhound racing in the UK and Ireland.Matt Newman|August 12, 2025
Breeding Ground
Breeding Ground
Fiery Furnace - The sire almost all trace back toIn the latest of his breeding ground series on global sires, Floyd Amphlett takes a look at Fiery Furnace who influenced greyhound racing 25 years before it startedMatt Newman|October 7, 2025
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The influence of American sires in UK and Irish Greyhound RacingAfter his look at the sires from Australia last week, Floyd Amphlett discusses the influence that American sires have had on the sport in the UK & IrelandMatt Newman|September 10, 2025
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The influence of Australian sires in UK and Irish Greyhound RacingFloyd Amphlett takes a look over some of the most important greyhound racing breeding lines from Australia that have blessed the UK and Ireland down the years.Matt Newman|September 4, 2025
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Greyhound Racing Retirements, pups and a change for British BredFloyd Amphlett looks at breeding stories in greyhound racing, including the retirement of Richard Devenish and Dilys Steels plus pups from Coonough CrowMatt Newman|August 27, 2025
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Breeding Theories – Repeat MatingsFloyd Amphlett takes a look at the repeat matings theory in the breeding of racing greyhounds.Matt Newman|August 20, 2025
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Fabulous Mila and Mongys Wild: Bloodlines Behind Greyhound Racing’s StarsTwo names stand out in the world of greyhound breeding: Fabulous Mila, the most prolific open-race dam of the year, and Mongys Wild, whose pedigree traces back to the once “dormant” Minnies dam line. Here’s how their bloodlines continue to shape the future of greyhound racing across the UK and Ireland.Matt Newman|August 13, 2025
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The Sires Open Race Table for 2025 Plus a Look at the Pedigree of Proper HeiressFrom sprinters to marathon stars, Droopys Sydney continues to dominate the greyhound breeding world. With more than three times the winners of his nearest rival, and progeny landing 12 of 28 Category One finals in 2025, Sydney remains the most influential sire in greyhound racing UK.Matt Newman|August 6, 2025
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Floyd Amphlett on Greyhound Breeding and the Truth Behind the 'Nicks' TheoryGreyhound breeding expert Floyd Amphlett shares his insight on the long-debated ‘nicks’ theory — the idea that certain bloodlines perform better when crossed. He unpacks the history of British and Irish breeding lines, explains how imports like Sand Man and Top Honcho revolutionised the sport, and highlights Droopys Sydney’s dominance today. A must-read for anyone passionate about greyhound bloodlines and stud success.Matt Newman|July 30, 2025
Derby 2025
Derby 2025
Floyd's Column - The best Derby final of my lifetimeFloyd gives us his opinion on the 2025 Star Sports/TRC English Greyhound Derby final.Matt Newman|June 19, 2025
Derby 2025
Star Sports/TRC English Greyhound Derby final night through the lens of Steve NashWe take a look back at the Star Sports/TRC English Greyhound Derby final night with pictures from Steve Nash.Matt Newman|June 16, 2025
Derby 2025
Droopys lands Derby Plunge for Patrick JanssensDroopys Plunge landed the 2025 Star Sports/TRC English Greyhound Derby at Towcester on Saturday for Patrick Janssens.Matt Newman|June 15, 2025