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Petitions and Protests and Bans - Oh myAnother week of pressure from those anti to greyhound racing as a ban in Tasmania was announced as well as a new campaign against the sport.Matt Newman|August 15, 2025
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Floyd's Column - Finance, Emotion and HistoryFloyd's latest opinion column looks over the death of greyhound racing in America and trying to avoid the same fate here.Matt Newman|August 8, 2025
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The Blue Cross's lack of honesty should be a serious red flag to those on the fence about greyhound racingWith the announcement of the GBGB's recent figures, the Blue Cross have jumped on them with another campaign of dishonesty.Matt Newman|July 25, 2025
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Floyd's Column: Greyhound Racing Opinion - Gambling with the FutureFloyd's Column - Expert opinion and industry analysis Floyd's latest opinion column looks at the unique selling point of gambling within the industry.Matt Newman|July 16, 2025
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Editor's Chair - Happy anniversary to usWe have come a long way since we started on the journey of Greyhound Racing UK one year ago todayMatt Newman|July 8, 2025
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Editor's Chair - Is the fightback finally on?With news of a judicial review called for in Wales and New Zealand, is the sport finally starting to fight back?Matt Newman|May 28, 2025
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Editor's Chair - Towcester set to blunt Diamond's cutting edgeMatt Newman sits in the Editor's Chair for the first time to look at the Star Sports/TRC English Greyhound DerbyMatt Newman|May 12, 2025
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Editor's Chair - An emotional decision based on ignoranceFloyd's latest opinion column looks at the decision made by the Welsh Government to ban greyhound racingMatt Newman|February 21, 2025
Performance of the Week
Performance of the Week
Irish Performance of the Week - 19 August 2025Southwind Wild won the Bar One Sprint Cup last week, we look at his run and the top performances at all of the Irish greyhound racing tracks.Matt Newman|August 19, 2025
Performance of the Week
British Performance of the Week - 18 August 2025Floyd Amphlett takes a look over the top performances of the week at each of the British greyhound racing tracks.Matt Newman|August 18, 2025
Performance of the Week
Irish Performance Of The Week - 12 August 2025Both the Time Juvenile Derby and the Callaway Pro Am @ Stud Irish St Leger went to outsiders at the weekend.Matt Newman|August 11, 2025
Performance of the Week
Competition Quality Continues to Shine in Irish Greyhound RacingIrish greyhound racing continues to deliver high-quality performances across several major competitions. From Shelbourne to Limerick and Cork, the action is heating up as rising stars and seasoned pros compete for titles in the Juvenile Derby, Irish St Leger, and Sprint Cup.Matt Newman|August 5, 2025
Performance of the Week
Floyd Amphlett’s Weekly Greyhound Racing Round-Up: Regency Glory, Derby Heroes & Speed StarsFrom Mark Wallis’ Category One double at Hove to powerful performances at Towcester, Sheffield and Newcastle, Floyd Amphlett recaps a packed week of greyhound racing action across the UK. With Derby winners like Droopys Plunge, track record chasers, and emerging stars, here are the highlights from the past seven days on the greyhound scene.Matt Newman|August 4, 2025
Performance of the Week
Broadstrand Syd Speeds Ahead in Irish Sprint Cup DefenceGreyhound racing updates from Ireland as defending champion Broadstrand Syd goes quicker in the Irish Sprint Cup second round, clocking the fastest time of 2025. Rural Pest impressed in the Time Juvenile Derby, while Hello Diego and Clonbrien Treaty starred in the Irish St Leger at Limerick. Elsewhere, Droopys Sort clocked a rapid run at Curraheen Park and Zippy Kolbe produced a stunning 28.19 at Waterford.Matt Newman|July 29, 2025
Performance of the Week
Gingers Prince Claims Pall Mall Glory as Greyhound Racing Highlights Roll InPatrick Browne’s Gingers Prince claimed a thrilling victory in the Pall Mall final at Oxford, defeating hot favourite Rioja Oisin with grit and track craft.Matt Newman|July 28, 2025
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Irish Performance of the Week – Sprint Cup, St Leger & Juvenile StandoutsBroadstrand Syd, Toolmaker Josepe, Ballymac Tibet and Droopys Roar stood out across Dundalk, Limerick, Tralee, Mullingar and Shelbourne in a week of top-class Irish racing.Matt Newman|July 22, 2025
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...
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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Floyd's Memories of August Past - 12 August 2025Floyd Amphlett takes a look back at what has happened in the month of August in greyhound racing.Matt Newman|August 12, 2025
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A Look Back: Historic Greyhound Racing Moments in AugustFloyd Amphlett brings us another look through the history of greyhound racing, concentrating on what has happened in the month of August.Matt Newman|August 5, 2025
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The History of Hall Green – Iconic Dog Racing Track RememberedHall Green was one of the UK’s most recognisable dog racing tracks, playing a vital role in the greyhound scene from 1927 until its closure in 2017. This historical look back charts key milestones, record-breaking performances, legendary trainers, and the final meeting.Matt Newman|July 29, 2025
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Racing History Revisited, From Palace Issue to Perry BarrPalace Issue’s 2000 Champion Stakes victory, Belle Vue’s gamble in 2001, and decades of unforgettable moments — we revisit greyhound racing’s rich timeline.Matt Newman|July 22, 2025
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Remember When: The Pall Mall Stakes Historical Journey Through Eight DecadeFloyd Amphlett explores Pall Mall Stakes history through eight memorable moments from 1935-2010. Discover the legendary winners and historic venues.Matt Newman|July 15, 2025
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Remember When - 8 July 2025Floyd Amphlett takes us on another walk down memory lane, looking at what has happened in greyhound racing during the month of JulyMatt Newman|July 8, 2025
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Remember When - 1 July 2025The start of another month sees Floyd Amphlett back with another group of memories in Remember When.Matt Newman|July 1, 2025
Breeding Ground
Breeding Ground
A Bloodline With Its Own Set Of RulesFloyd Amphlett takes a look at the pedigree of Mongys Wild plus the top dams of 2025 so far.Matt Newman|August 13, 2025
Breeding Ground
The sires open race table for 2025 plus a look at the pedigree of Proper HeiressNot only does Droopys Sydney dominate the open race winners table this year but he has sons in third and fourth!Matt Newman|August 6, 2025
Breeding Ground
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
Breeding Ground
The foundation broods of the big greyhound racing breedersFloyd Amphlett takes a look over the pedigree of recent JR Racing Juvenile Classic winner Romeo Alliance and the importance of a strong brood line.Matt Newman|July 24, 2025
Breeding Ground
Breeding Ground - 9 July 2025Floyd Amphlett looks at the pedigree of Coronation Cup winner Fabulous Sonique as well as discussing Ireland's outstanding dam this year.Matt Newman|July 9, 2025
Breeding Ground
Breeding Ground: Hiya Butt Retires After Stellar Racing and Stud CareerDual-distance star Hiya Butt has officially retired from stud duties, closing a remarkable chapter in British greyhound racing breeding and performance history.Matt Newman|July 3, 2025
Breeding Ground
Breeding Ground - 25th June 2025Floyd Amphlett takes a look at the breeding for the finalists of the ARC Kent Silver Salver.Chris Oliver|June 25, 2025
Breeding Ground
BREEDING GROUND - 20 JUNE 2025Floyd Amphlett looks at where the next 'supersire' may come from in the latest edition of Breeding Ground.Chris Oliver|June 20, 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