-
Talking Dogs
MULLINGAR TRIALS WEDNESDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER
GRI
9 September 2024
Due to essential maintenance, there will be no trials this Wednesday 11th September
Tribal Syd Gets Irish Laurels Off To A Flying Start
Sarah Kinsella
9 September 2024
The Murt Leahy trained Tribal Syd was the fastest heat winner in the opening round of the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels at Curraheen Park on Saturday night.
JUST HOW FAST WAS DIAMOND’S THIRD BEND CLOCK? (TAKE 2)
Ian Fortune
9 September 2024
The eagle-eyed amongst you may have already read this story this morning but there is a very important update contained below. As so often happens, we got it slightly wrong.
PIMPLE CAN MAINTAIN UNBEATEN RECORD AT ENNISCORTHY
Ian Fortune
9 September 2024
Enniscorthy will host an eight-race card this evening and the undoubted feature is the final of the TIME Greyhound Nutrition Open Unraced.
CRAZE SHINES ON NIGHT OF FINE DISPLAYS
Ian Fortune
8 September 2024
There was much to talk about at Shelbourne Park on Saturday night with wonderful displays from start to finish. Bocko Diamond trialled exceptionally well ahead of racing (see separate story), while the racing action was also of a tremendous quality.
DIAMOND SHINES BRIGHT WITH STUNNING TRIAL
Ian Fortune
8 September 2024
One-time Boylesports Derby favourite and perhaps soon to be favourite again, Bockos Diamond returned to the track on Saturday night, posting a very fast 27.98 in a solo trial at Shelbourne Park ahead of racing.
TRIBAL SYD LAYS DOWN A SERIOUS MARKER IN THE OPENING ROUND OF THE IRISH LAURELS
Barry Drake
8 September 2024
Leading fancy for outright glory, the Murt Leahy-trained TRIBAL SYD went quickest on the clock when putting on another sensational performance in the opening round of the Bar One Racing in association with the Friends & Supporters of Cork Greyhound Racing Irish Greyhound Laurels at Curraheen Park on Saturday night.
HELLO ROSE THE DAVE COLLINS MEMORIAL MUNSTER OAKS CHAMPION
Barry Drake
8 September 2024
HELLO ROSE (Burgess Bucks-Holycross Heidi) came home in front to win Saturday night's feature at Kilcohan Park, the €7,500 to the winner Dave Collins Memorial Munster Oaks.
CHARLIE WINS AGAIN AS JACK BREAKS THE CLOCK AT LIMERICK
Peter Farrell
8 September 2024
There was another top-class card on offer at Limerick Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night as Tuono Charlie duly made it fifteen on the spin in the semi finals of the Roma Casino Irish Cambridgeshire, while Thats It Jack set new figures for the 575-yard clock in the O’Connor Julian Vets Tri-Distance.
TRIBAL SYD CAN GET THE LAURELS OFF TO A FLYER AT CURRAHEEN PARK
Barry Drake
7 September 2024
The opening round of the €30,000 to the winner Bar One Racing in association with the Friends & Supporters of Cork Greyhound Racing Irish Greyhound Laurels gets underway at Curraheen Park tonight.
GEM SHINES AGAIN AT KILKENNY
Ian Fortune
7 September 2024
Julies Gem again took the headlines in the semi-finals of the JAG Building Services & KGOBA A1 Derby at Kilkenny on Friday night.
A MIGHTY DISPLAY IN SHELBOURNE FEATURE
Ian Fortune
7 September 2024
There was plenty of entertaining action on offer at Shelbourne Park on Friday evening with three sweepstake finals up for decision as well as the opening round of a valuable Open Unraced stake.
DALEROAD DEVON DELIVERS TRACK RECORD WINNING PERFORMANCE
Barry Drake
7 September 2024
Trained by Patrick Guilfoyle for Thomas O'Keeffe, Daleroad Devon (Ballymac Cashout-Mystical Luna) delivered a magnificent Track-Record winning performance in the Kingdom on Friday night, clocking 26.70 in the opening round of the K.G.O.B.A Tri-Distance Stakes. (500 yards).
SHELBOURNE PARK TRIAL RESULTS, FRIDAY 6/9/2024
GRI
6 September 2024
Shelbourne Park Trial Results, Friday 6/9/2024:
DUNDALK STADIUM RETURNS TO FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
GRI
5 September 2024
Dundalk, Ireland – September 5, 2024 – Dundalk Stadium, Ireland’s only all-weather racecourse, is thrilled to announce the return of its iconic Friday Night Lights series, starting on September 20th. This exhilarating event will feature dual racing every Friday night until December 20th, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for racing enthusiasts.
TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY EPISODE 179: LAURELS 2024 PREVIEW
GRI
5 September 2024
A busy podcast this week as Barry chats to 6 guests at Monday's Bar One Racing Irish Greyhound Laurels 1st Round Draw
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER FOR YOUNG TRAINER GEAROID O'BRIEN
Barry Drake
5 September 2024
Cappoquin trainer Gearoid O'Brien enjoyed a wonderful night in Youghal on Wednesday night, as the talented young handler recorded a fantastic treble.
LIMERICK SALES BEARING FRUIT
Peter Farrell
5 September 2024
The next sales auction is scheduled for Limerick Greyhound Stadium on Saturday, 28th September and the Munster track has proved a successful hunting ground for many buyers in recent times.
VIDEO: 2024 TIME JUVENILE DERBY FINAL
GRI
4 September 2024
Callaway Knegare had been the hot topic of conversation throughout the competition and he produced a typically brilliant display and justified his favouritism to land the 2024 Time Juvenile Derby Final in Shelbourne Park.
CURRAHEEN PARK TRIALS UPDATE
GRI
3 September 2024
Please note due to a schedule change trials will run as normal next week in Curaheen park but there will no trials on Tuesday 17th & Thursday 19th to facilitate essential track maintenance.
PIMPLE FASTEST IN ENNISCORTHY UNRACED
Ian Fortune
3 September 2024
It was somewhat predictable that Kereight Pimple would improve on his opening round effort in the second round of the TIME Greyhound Nutrition Open Unraced at Enniscorthy on Monday night.
NO DROP IN STANDARDS AT SHELBOURNE
Ian Fortune
3 September 2024
With the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels commencing at Cork on Saturday and the TIME Juvenile Derby just over, you would think we would be facing into a couple of quiet Saturdays at Shelbourne Park but that’s certainly not the case.
ANOTHER LIVELY KILKENNY SALE
Ian Fortune
3 September 2024
There was more lively trade at the Kilkenny Sales last Saturday with a healthy turnover and high clearance rate. Knockroe Best (Ballymac Best/ Rosmult Racer) fetched the best price of the day after winning his trial in 29.25.
PEADAR WOODS
3 September 2024
Greyhound racing lost another stalwart of the game over the weekend as Newry-based Peader Woods passed away peacefully on Sunday.
TALKING DOGS ON MONDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER
GRI
2 September 2024
Callaway Knegare is the hot topic of conversation this Monday night following his Time Juvenile Derby win in Shelbourne Park at the weekend. Join Ian Fortune, Declan O’Donoghue and Sarah Kinsella as they look back on the Final and take in the other big news of the week including a record breaking run from Tuono Charlie in Limerick.
PAT FLANAGAN CONFIRMED AS CHAIRMAN OF RÁSAÍOCHT CON EIREANN
GRI
2 September 2024
We are pleased to announce that Minister Charlie McConalogue has appointed Pat Flanagan as the Chairman of Rásaíocht Con Eireann. Pat, an experienced veterinary surgeon, is a current member of the board of RCÉ. He succeeds Frank Nyhan who served as Chairman for 6 years.
Callaway Knegare The Star Of TIME Juvenile Derby At Shelbourne Park
Sarah Kinsella
2 September 2024
Callaway Knegare was crowned the 2024 TIME Juvenile Derby champion on Saturday night in Shelbourne Park for the Field Sports syndicate from Kerry.
KNEGARE A SPECIAL WINNER OF THE JUVENILE DERBY
Ian Fortune
1 September 2024
Those that hadn’t being paying attention to Callaway Knegare in recent weeks, stood up and took notice on Saturday as he produced a typically brilliant display to capture the TIME Juvenile Derby in the manner of a greyhound with greyhound world at his feet.
DE LAHDEDAH IMPRESSES IN SPRINT TRIAL
Ian Fortune
1 September 2024
English Derby champion De Lahdedah continued his preparation ahead of a bid for an historic Derby double with a superb sprint trial at Shelbourne Park ahead of racing on Saturday night.
PLENTY OF TOP CLASS PERFORMANCES AT KILCOHAN PARK
Barry Drake
1 September 2024
The semi finals of the €7,500 to the winner Dave Collins Memorial Munster Oaks produced some fantastic racing at Kilcohan Park on Saturday night.
FOURTEEN NOT OUT FOR RECORD-BREAKING TUONO CHARLIE
Peter Farrell
1 September 2024
Kindly sponsored by Dan Flynn, the 2024 Roma Casino Irish Cambridgeshire Open 750 got off to an incredible start at Limerick Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night as Tuono Charlie cemented his status as the best six-bend tracker in the land with yet another record-breaking display.
FAYPOINT HARVEY GOES QUICKEST AT CURRAHEEN PARK
Barry Drake
1 September 2024
FAYPOINT HARVEY, trained by Graham Holland for Patricia Flanagan, Gorey, went quickest on the clock at Curraheen Park on Saturday night as the well fancied 4-6 favourite clocked 28.52 in the AA0 contest.
EXPECT A FITTING JUVENILE DERBY CONCLUSION
Ian Fortune
31 August 2024
Six of the very fastest young greyhounds in training will take centre stage at Shelbourne Park this evening with the TIME Juvenile Derby set to come to a fitting conclusion.
JULIE IS A DERBY GEM AT KILKENNY
Ian Fortune
31 August 2024
Julies Gem has been nothing short of ruthless in the early rounds of the JAG Building Services & KGOBA A1 Derby at Kilkenny.
MIGHTY HIGHVIEW FASTEST IN SHELBOURNE FEATURE
Ian Fortune
31 August 2024
There was no shortage of entertainment at Shelbourne Park on Friday night with a number oft fine displays but the headlines went the way of the promising Highview Mighty as he set a strong standard in the semi-finals of the Go Greyhound Racing A3 (NB) 525.
2024 TIME JUVENILE DERBY FINAL RACE PROGRAMME
GRI
30 August 2024
The Final of the TIME Juvenile Derby takes place at Shelbourne Park this Saturday 31st August. Brush up on the form with your free virtual Race Programme.
STILL TIME TO DONATE TO SHELBOURNE PARK MUSEUM
Ian Fortune
30 August 2024
There has been a great response to our call for pieces for the Shelbourne Park museum. This scribe was lucky enough to get a walking tour of the site during the week and I was particularly excited about the area dedicated to the museum.
TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY EPISODE 178: MURT LEAHY & WILLIE RIGNEY
GRI
29 August 2024
Barry chats to trainer Murt Leahy and Willie Rigney of TIME Greyhound Nutrition.
A GOODBYE TO THE ‘WHITE FLASH’
Ian Fortune
29 August 2024
Ballinabola Ed was a real force on the track.
MAIDEN DERBY A REAL DRAW AT SHELBOURNE
Ian Fortune
28 August 2024
There is certain to be plenty of interest in the newest competition on the Shelbourne Park calendar, the valuable Shelbourne Maiden Derby over 550yds.
PANTHER POUNCES FOR SELECT SUCCESS
Ian Fortune
27 August 2024
Unanimouspanther was the toast of Nottingham on Monday night, handing Ireland a second straight success in the Jenningsbet Select Strakes as he raced clear of a top-class field.
MAYFLOWER SETS SAIL AT ENNISCORTHY
Ian Fortune
27 August 2024
Mayflower Sienna was the undoubted star in the opening round of the TIME Greyhound Nutrition Open Unraced at Enniscorthy on Monday night.
TALKING DOGS ON MONDAY 26TH AUGUST
GRI
26 August 2024
The Time Juvenile Derby dominates the chat this evening, come join us.
GRI SHOP INTRODUCES NEW PARADE SOFTSHELL GILET
GRI
26 August 2024
In response to the requests from trainers and handlers, the GRI Shop is delighted to announce the addition of a Gilet, priced at €29.95.
GEORGY AIMING HIGH WITH IMPRESSIVE BOY
Ian Fortune
26 August 2024
Georgy Roche has never been afraid to come to Dublin if he felt he had the firepower and that was certainly the case over the past two weekends.
CLONEDEN & COOLAVANNY STAR IN LIFFORD STAKES
Peter Farrell
26 August 2024
Sweepstake action took precedence at Lifford Greyhound Stadium over the weekend as both the semi finals of the Droopys Stud A1/A2 525 and the TIME Greyhound Nutrition and Northwest Greyhound Supplies A3 525 went down for decision.
A KNEGARE MASTERCLASS IN TIME JUVENILE SEMIS
Ian Fortune
25 August 2024
Callaway Knegare did little to dampen the hype and excitement surrounding the son of Droopys Sydney as he again played a starring role in the TIME Juvenile Derby at Shelbourne Park on Saturday night, winning his semi-final in a stunning fastest of the year 27.85.
TRIBAL SYD A SENSATIONAL WINNER OF THE FEATURE AT CURRAHEEN PARK
Barry Drake
25 August 2024
TRIBAL SYD, trained by Murt Leahy for Martin Costigan, ran out a sensational winner of the €5,000 to the winner Jimmy Barry Murphy & Bar One Racing Open 525 at Curraheen Park on Saturday night.
A NIGHT FULL OF BIG PERFORMANCES AT KILCOHAN PARK
Barry Drake
25 August 2024
Droopys Maximus (Droopys Sydney-Droopys Sweet) went quickest in the opening round of the Casey's Caravan & Camping Park ON1 Stake at Kilcohan Park on Saturday night.
FRANKIE THE STAR IN CON MURPHY DECIDER AT LIMERICK
Peter Farrell
25 August 2024
The final of the €3,800 to the winner Con Murphy Bookmakers A1 525 took centre stage at Limerick Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night and Starson Frankie built on his stunning 28.25 performance last weekend to produce another polished performance.
SHELBOURNE PARK TRIAL RESULTS, SATURDAY 24/8/2024
GRI
24 August 2024
Shelbourne Park Trial Results, Saturday 24/8/2024:
MORE STUNNING EFFORTS LIKELY IN JUVENILE
Ian Fortune
24 August 2024
The cream of Ireland’s young talent will again be on show at Shelbourne Park this evening with the semi-finals of the TIME Juvenile Derby set to provide some exceptional racing action.
NASEEM WITH A DERBY KNOCKOUT AT KILKENNY
Ian Fortune
24 August 2024
There were some fine displays in the opening round of the JAG Building Services & KGOBA Derby at Kilkenny on Friday night but none could match that of Prince Naseem, who was absolutely ruthless in his Heat 4 success, driving clear after a fast start to clock a sizzling 28.65.
TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY EPSIODE 177: VINCENT O' DONOVAN & DARREN HOGAN
Barry Drake
22 August 2024
Barry chats to Vincent O'Donovan, proud co-owner of Broadstrand Syd, winner of The 2024 Bar One Racing Irish Sprint Cup in Dundalk.
EAMON MAGINN
22 August 2024
With the passing of Eamon Maginn earlier this week, Irish greyhound racing lost a truly legendary figure who has been producing future champions for many decades.
A NEW CAREER BECKONS FOR TRINITY JUNIOR
Ian Fortune
22 August 2024
With his withdrawal from the semi-finals of the Bar One Racing Irish Sprint Cup a fortnight ago, the curtain has come down on the racing career of the brilliant Trinity Junior.
VIDEO: 2024 WILL WE GO IRISH ST. LEGER FINAL
GRI
22 August 2024
Join us now to look back on Clonbrien Treaty's historic win in the 2024 Will We Go Irish St. Leger Final in Limerick and reaction from proud owner Jim Murphy.
AMENDMENTS TO OUT OF TIME PERIOD IN NOVICE GREYHOUNDS
GRI
21 August 2024
At the latest Regulation Committee, the following changes to our Novice Racing System have been approved.
KILKENNY NEWS AND A1 DERBY UPDATE
Ian Fortune
21 August 2024
Friday’s meeting at Kilkenny will feature the opening round heats of the JAG Building Services & KGOBA A1 Derby.
EXCITING TIMES AT CURRAHEEN PARK
Barry Drake
21 August 2024
All at Curraheen Park are looking forward to a busy month or so at the lovely Cork venue.
ST. JOSEPH’S LGFA RECEIVES NEW JERSEYS FROM GRI CEO TIM LUCEY
20 August 2024
St. Joseph’s Ladies Gaelic Football Club, Streamstown, Co. Westmeath proudly received their new jerseys from Tim Lucey, CEO of Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI), on behalf of Mullingar Greyhound Stadium. The presentation took place in recognition of St. Joseph’s LGFA victory in the Love Your Club video competition, launched by Waterford GAA stalwart John Mullane earlier this year.
UPDATE REGARDING IRGT GILET ORDERS FROM NORTHERN IRELAND
GRI
20 August 2024
There is currently an issue with online orders for the gilets from Northern Ireland but orders can be placed by contacting the shop directly.
TALKING LEGER 2024 EPISODE 5 MONDAY 19TH AUGUST
GRI
19 August 2024
Join Ian Fortune, Tommy Lyons & Sarah Kinsella now for some great greyhound racing chat! They discuss the WillWeGo.com Irish St. Leger Final at Limerick, The Bar One Irish Sprint at Dundalk, The TIME Greyhound Nutrition Juvenile Derby at Shelbourne Park, as well as chat about Saturday afternoon Racing with The Roses in Tralee.
Irish St Leger Winner Clonbrien Makes History At Treaty Track
Sarah Kinsella
19 August 2024
History was made at Limerick Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night as Clonbrien Treaty became the first dog in over 50 years to win back-to-back WillWeGo.com Irish St Legers.
THE 2024 WILLWEGO.COM IRISH ST LEGER FINAL INTERVIEW WITH RTE'S MIKE MCCARTNEY
GRI
19 August 2024
Limerick Greyhound Stadium hosted the WillWeGo.com Irish St Leger Final Saturday night. Clonbrien Treaty won the event last year, owned by Jim and Muireann Murphy and trained by Graham Holland. RTE's reporter Mike McCartney travelled to Limerick, where he first spoke to racing manager Jody Thompson, as he was making his final preparations. This interview was broadcasted on Sunday Sport yesterday, in case you missed it listen here!
1-2 FOR SLIPALONG IN THE FEATURE EVENT IN THE KINGDOM
Barry Drake
18 August 2024
SLIPALONG ACE, trained by Patrick O'Connor for Eric O'Connor, ran out a brilliant winner of the Supporting The KGS Rose Of Tralee Final at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night.
DROOPYS SYDNEY – THE GREATEST
Ian Fortune
18 August 2024
News came through on Saturday via Aoife Dunphy that Droopys Sydney had sadly passed on.
BACK-TO-BACK ST. LEGER TITLES FOR THE INCREDIBLE CLONBRIEN TREATY
Peter Farrell
18 August 2024
Clonbrien Treaty will be forever known as a generational talent as the Graham Holland-trained star claimed a fourth Classic success in the final of the 2024 Willwego.com Irish St. Leger at Limerick Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night.
KNEGARE HIGHLIGHTS SYDNEY’S LEGACY IN JUVENILE
Ian Fortune
18 August 2024
On an evening when it was announced that Droopys Sydney had passed on, it was fitting that one of his fastest ever sons was starring in the second round of the TIME Juvenile Derby at Shelbourne Park on Saturday.
SENSATIONAL UNDERCARD ON ST. LEGER FINAL NIGHT
Peter Farrell
18 August 2024
Aside from the Willwego.com Irish St. Leger, there was a terrific undercard on offer at Limerick on Saturday night and this was spearheaded by a track-record breaking performance from Ower Cracker.
SHELBOURNE PARK TRIAL RESULTS, SATURDAY 17/8/2024
GRI
17 August 2024
Shelbourne Park Trial Results, Saturday 17/8/2024:
DUNDALK STADIUM DELIVERS SUN-KISSED SPECTACULAR AT FAMILY FUNDAY AND BAR ONE RACING IRISH SPRINT CUP FINAL
GRI
17 August 2024
Dundalk, Ireland –15th August 2024 – Dundalk Stadium transformed into a vibrant hub of excitement and entertainment as thousands flocked to the annual Family Funday and Bar One Racing Dual Racing Day, culminating in the thrilling Bar One Racing Irish Sprint Cup Final.
TREATY TO SIGN, SEAL AND DELIVER BACK-TO-BACK ST.LEGER SUCCESSES
Peter Farrell
17 August 2024
It promises to be a special occasion at Limerick Greyhound Stadium later tonight as the final of the 2024 Willwego.com Irish St. Leger takes centre stage and Clonbrien Treaty will bid to retain his crown when he heads to traps as the favourite in the €30,000 to the winner decider.
SHELBOURNE PARK TRIAL RESULTS, FRIDAY 16/8/2024
GRI
16 August 2024
Shelbourne Park Trial Results, Friday 16/8/2024:
SENSATIONAL SYD CAPTURES IRISH SPRINT CUP
Ian Fortune
16 August 2024
The rebels were in full voice at Dundalk on Thursday night as Broadstrand Syd captured the Bar One Racing Irish Sprint Cup with yet another scintillating display of sprinting.
BIG CHAMP THE TRI-DISTANCE HERO AT ENNISCORTHY
Ian Fortune
16 August 2024
Favourite backers were in clover after the final of the Slaneyside Kennels Tri-Distance at Enniscorthy on Thursday evening as De Big Champ produced a fine display to emerge a good winner for James and John Nevin.
TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY EPSIODE 176: PAUL HENNESSEY
GRI
15 August 2024
Barry chats to trainer Paul Hennessey this week after enjoying great success last Saturday in Kilcohan Park when Barefoot On Song won the John Fitzgerald Memorial Mini Open Bitch Final for owners Bryan & Kathleen Murphy. They also chat about the Will We Go Irish St. Leger Final this Saturday night.
IRISH SPRINT CUP THRILLER TO LIGHT UP DUNDALK
Ian Fortune
15 August 2024
It’s August 15th. That can mean only one thing.
WATCH: 2024 BAR ONE RACING IRISH LAURELS LAUNCH
GRI
14 August 2024
Join us in Curraheen Park for the launch as Orla spoke with Barney O'Hare, CEO of Bar One Racing about the sponsorship and the exciting new bonus on offer. We also speak to Tim Lucey, CEO of Greyhound Racing Ireland, on the importance of such sponsorships and Darren Hogan, Curraheen Park Racing Office, on trial stakes, racing and trials ahead of the Laurels entries closing.
SHELBOURNE PARK GREYHOUND STADIUM REFURBISHMENT NEARS COMPLETION: A NEW ERA FOR GREYHOUND RACING IN DUBLIN
GRI
13 August 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) is thrilled to announce that the comprehensive refurbishment project at Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium is nearing completion. This transformative initiative, which began on February 14th, 2024, is set to elevate the experience for all greyhound racing enthusiasts and spectators.
THE 2024 BAR ONE RACING IRISH LAURELS IS LAUNCHED!
GRI
13 August 2024
The Irish Greyhound Laurels, one of Ireland’s most prestigious greyhound racing competitions, has been officially launched. Now in its second year of an innovative four-year partnership, this event brings together two fantastic supporters of greyhound racing: Bar One Racing, a well-known name in the industry, and The Friends & Supporters of Cork Greyhound Racing, led by Chairman Jimmy Barry Murphy.
WATCH: 2024 WILL WE GO IRISH ST. LEGER SEMI-FINALS
GRI
13 August 2024
Join us now to look back on the action in Limerick for the two Semi-Finals of the Will We Go Irish St. Leger. We've also got a quick chat with connections of our two Semi-Final winners, Jim Murphy owner of Clonbrien Treaty and Owen McKenna trainer of Ventry Faith. Don't miss the Final on Saturday 17th August in Limerick Greyhound Stadium.
ROXY THE STAR AT ENNISCORTHY
Ian Fortune
13 August 2024
Her task may have been made somewhat easier by the absence of the exciting Proper Heiress after he was sold following his superb semi-final victory, but Unanimous Roxy couldn’t have been any more impressive in the final of the Kiltrea Kennels Open Unraced, posting a stunning 28.58 on her way to a wide margin success.
BENEFIT NIGHT AND FUNDRAISERS LEAD TO GREAT CROWDS AT ENNISCORTHY
Ian Fortune
13 August 2024
While there is plenty of quality action on offer at Enniscorthy these days, there is also great work going on behind the scenes to bring crowds in.
GLYNNSCROSS TED LANDS INAUGURAL MARTIN FAHY MEMORIAL AT GALWAY
Peter Farrell
4 August 2024
It was a busy night at Galway Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night as the track hosted no fewer than five finals, the feature of which being the €3,000 to the winner Martin Fahy Memorial 525.
ADVICE REGARDING LEPTOSPIROSIS
GRI
2 August 2024
There have been reports of cases of leptospirosis in dogs in parts of the country. Leptospirosis is a disease that is best known for causing jaundice in dogs. It is fatal in most cases unless treated very early after onset. Of greater concern, is the danger that leptospirosis poses for people who come into contact with a dog suffering from the disease. It is highly contagious to both humans and other dogs.
CALLING ALL RACING FANS! DONATE YOUR TROPHIES, STORIES & MEMORABILIA TO SHELBOURNE PARK MUSEUM
GRI
29 July 2024
Are you a passionate racing enthusiast with a collection of cherished trophies? Do you have a family trophy that has a great story and you are not sure where to display? We invite you to be part of history at the Shelbourne Park Museum! Your trophies and the stories behind them can become part of our permanent exhibit, celebrating the rich heritage of greyhound racing.
BE PART OF HISTORY – AN APPEAL FOR YOUR MEMORIES
Ian Fortune
25 July 2024
Many of you may have read that RCÉ are asking for your help when it comes to the planned museum at Shelbourne Park. As we near one hundred years of greyhound racing in Ireland, it has never been more important to remember our history and this is the perfect opportunity to do so.
BE PART OF AN EXCITING MUSEUM PROJECT IN SHELBOURNE PARK THIS FRIDAY
25 July 2024
We want you to be part of an exciting project for the new museum, which is due to arrive soon at Shelbourne Park!
RCÉ PAYS TRIBUTE TO THE LATE MÍCHEÁL Ó MUIRCHEARTAIGH
GRI
25 June 2024
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) has paid tribute to Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh who has died at the age of 93.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND LAUNCHES NEW SALES SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS
GRI
25 June 2024
Rásaíocht Con Éireann/Greyhound Racing Ireland (RCÉ/GRI) has this week launched 3 new social media channels dedicated to the promotion of Greyhound Sales across Ireland. The launch of these channels forms part of a wider plan to further engage those looking to purchase a greyhound and to generate interest and conversation around sales events.
GRI NOTICE TO PURCHASERS OF GREYHOUNDS AT LICENSED SALES AUCTIONS
GRI
24 June 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland wishes to advise, that from and including May 1st 2024, it will be a condition of sale, that all purchasers of greyhounds at licensed auctions, must be able to furnish their Irish Coursing Club (ICC) Owner Registration Number to the greyhound stadium in advance of bidding on any greyhound at the auction. This number will be recorded by the stadium for traceability purposes.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND - HEAD OFFICE AWARDED SMARTER TRAVEL MARK AT BRONZE LEVEL
GRI
21 June 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) is proud to announce that its Head Office has been awarded the Smarter Travel Mark at Bronze level. This prestigious recognition highlights GRI’s commitment to promoting sustainable travel options and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within the organisation.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND ANNOUNCES €15,000 DONATION FROM BETDAQ TO THE IRISH RETIRED GREYHOUND TRUST
GRI
10 June 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland is delighted to announce that the betting exchange company BETDAQ has donated €15,000 to the Irish Retired Greyhound Trust (IRGT). The IRGT, the designated charity of the greyhound racing industry, is dedicated to the rehoming of greyhounds after their racing careers have concluded.
A VISIT TO OUR 2024 CON AND ANNIE KIRBY MEMORIAL WINNING CLUB
GRI
5 June 2024
When Knockeen Dazzler won the 2024 Con and Annie Kirby Memorial Final in Limerick Greyhound Stadium his nominated club, Mountcollins GAA, were cheering him on from the stands. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of JP & Noreen McManus, the club also won on the night, taking home a €10,000 winner's prize and a free fundraising night in Limerick.
GREYHOUND RACING STADIA NATIONWIDE RAISE €10,000 IN AID OF THE DILLON QUIRKE FOUNDATION
GRI
1 June 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) is delighted to announce the donation of €10,000 raised from the recent Jerseys At The Dogs Nationwide Bucket Collection to the Dillon Quirke Foundation.
VIDEO: THE STORY BEHIND THE WALL - PAINTING OUR SUSTAINABILITY STORY WITH A MURAL
GRI
25 May 2024
In Limerick, Limerick Greyhound Stadium stands as a prominent venue for racing enthusiasts. However, beyond the track, an initiative has been underway to promote sustainability and biodiversity on the site.
UNVEILING OF "COILLTE KIRBY" AT LIMERICK GREYHOUND STADIUM: A LEGACY FROM THE 2024 CON & ANNIE KIRBY MEMORIAL
GRI
24 May 2024
As part of the launch activities for 2024 Con & Annie Kirby Memorial (kindly sponsored by Noreen & JP McManus and named in honour of Noreen’s parents, Con & Annie Kirby, Limerick Greyhound Stadium introduced an innovative tree planting project.
APPOINTMENT OF NEW BOARD MEMBER TO RÁSAÍOCHT CON ÉIREANN
GRI
1 May 2024
Rásaíocht Con Éireann has been advised by the Minister of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Mr Charlie McConalogue, of his appointment of Louise McKenna as a Board member of Rásaíocht Con Éireann.
RÁSAÍOCHT CON EIREANN SUPPORT TUS BURSARY INITIATIVE
GRI
1 May 2024
Joy Neville, former rugby international and special guest at the Leaders@TUS Scholarship 10th-anniversary celebration this week, as 11 students were honored with scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year.
GRI NOTICE TO PURCHASERS OF GREYHOUNDS AT LICENSED SALES AUCTIONS
GRI
1 May 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland wishes to advise, that from and including May 1st 2024, it will be a condition of sale, that all purchasers of greyhounds at licensed auctions, must be able to furnish their Irish Coursing Club (ICC) Owner Registration Number to the greyhound stadium in advance of bidding on any greyhound at the auction. This number will be recorded by the stadium for traceability purposes.
RCÉTS FIGURES FOR 2023
GRI
10 April 2024
In 2023, Rásaíocht Con Éireann allocated €3.15 million to traceability, care and welfare matters and continued to expand its programme of welfare and care initiatives from the Rásaíocht Con Éireann Traceability System (RCÉTS) to its ongoing support for the Irish Retired Greyhound Trust (IRGT).
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND ANNOUNCE DETAILS FOR KENNEL IMPROVEMENT SCHEME FOR 2024
GRI
11 March 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) have announced the details for the Kennel Improvement Scheme for 2024.
CORONA’S OUTLAW LANDS WHEATLEY MEMORIAL
Ian Fortune
17 February 2024
The final of the Eamon Wheatley Memorial A4/A5 may have been run a week later than scheduled at Newbridge on Friday night but Corona Ryan won’t care a jot as her progressive, early paced youngster Beaming Outlaw emerged a tremendous winner.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL BREEDERS BONUS PAYMENT
GRI
12 February 2024
Greyhound Racing Ireland Announces Additional Breeders Bonus Payment for Oaks & Bitch Stakes
RCÉ/GRI RESPONSE TO IRISH EXAMINER ARTICLE
GRI
11 January 2024
The Irish Examiner has today published a front page article with the headline "Tipperary woman banned from dog ownership raced greyhounds after court ruling". Rásaíocht Con Éireann was contacted in advance for a statement, which was issued on Friday 5th January 2024. RCÉ is disappointed to note that key information provided was not reflected in the report.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND PARTICIPATE IN REDUCE YOUR USE CAMPAIGN
GRI
8 December 2023
Earlier today Greyhound Racing Ireland announced their participation in the Governments "Reduce Your Use" energy efficiency campaign for 2023/2024.
2024 CLASSICS AND FEATURES CALENDAR RELEASED
GRI
15 November 2023
RCÉ/GRI have released the Classic and Feature Calendar for 2024
YOU'RE NOT ALONE. INFORMATION ON PIETA HELPLINES
GRI
22 June 2023
If you are in suicidal distress, self-harming or have been bereaved by suicide, Pieta are available to talk to you today.
NEW TALKING DOGS ARCHIVE
GRI
29 January 2022
We're delighted to now be able to archive the big news stories for you to read in the weeks and months to come.
RCÉTS REMINDER JANUARY 2022
GRI
4 January 2022
As we begin a new year this is a reminder to all owners and trainers of the importance of updating their RCÉTS account.
SIGNIFICANT EXPANSION OF GREYHOUND CARE CENTRE PROGRAMME
GRI
23 December 2021
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) / Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) has announced plans for the introduction of at least four new regional facilities across the country for the preparation and rehoming of retired racing greyhounds.
RECORD NUMBER OF RETIRED GREYHOUNDS REHOMED IN 2021
GRI
21 December 2021
The Irish Retired Greyhound Trust (IRGT) has assisted in the rehoming of more than 2000 retired greyhounds in 2021, a new yearly record for the charity organisation. Established by Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) / Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) in 1997, the IRGT is funded through owners’ prizemoney deductions, matched donations by GRI and private donations in its work to rehome greyhounds after retirement and promote them as domestic pets.
RÁSAÍOCHT CON ÉIREANN TRACEABILITY SYSTEM (RCÉTS) INFORMATION UPDATE
GRI
22 November 2021
On November 22nd, 2021, pursuant to Article 36 of the Greyhound Industry (Racing) Regulations 2007-2021, the Board of Rásaíocht Con Éireann have directed that it will be a condition of entry at RCÉ Licenced Stadia, that Owners/Trainers must have updated all outstanding records on RCÉTS relating to the greyhounds/pups in his/her care. Failure to do this will result in race entries automatically not being accepted for racing for this owner/trainer until such time as the deficiency is rectified. Once relevant updates are provided, entries will be accepted again.
GUIDANCE ON MEAT PRODUCTS
GRI
18 November 2021
ADVICE FOR TRAINERS AND OWNERS: FEEDING OF ANIMAL BY-PRODUCTS TO RACING GREYHOUNDS
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND LAUNCHES NEW CODE OF PRACTICE
GRI
16 November 2021
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) / Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) today (Tuesday, 16 November 2021) launched a new Code of Practice that applies to any person who keeps, breeds, rears, trains, races, trades or transports a greyhound in Ireland.
LAUNCH OF TRACES NT EXPORT DOCUMENTATION SYSTEM
GRI
6 October 2021
TRACES is the European Commissions Electronic Platform used in the Import and Export of amongst other things, animals. In its guise as TRACES Classic, it has been used for several years by Irish Individuals and companies exporting animals abroad. These have typically included individuals who undertake transporting greyhounds abroad for export.
RCE ANNOUNCE EXPANSION TO THE INJURIES AT TRACKS RECOVERY SCHEME FROM OCTOBER 1ST
GRI
4 October 2021
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) / Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) provide funding for the treatment of greyhounds which have been injured while racing or participating in Qualifying Trials at RCÉ Licensed stadia through The Injuries at Tracks Recovery Scheme. This scheme is open to all owners and trainers who have incurred veterinary costs in the treatment of greyhounds to repair a *career ending orthopaedic (bone) injury which was sustained while racing or running qualifying Trials at a RCÉ licensed stadium.
GREYHOUND CARE AND WELFARE “KENNEL COUGH”
GRI
22 September 2021
Greyhound Welfare advisory note for Kennel Cough
RÁSAÍOCHT CON ÉIREANN TRACEABILITY SYSTEM (RCÉTS) ENHANCEMENT
GRI
27 August 2021
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) / Greyhound Racing Ireland today (27th August 2021) announced an additional enhancement of its traceability system – RCÉTS – to allow owners/trainers to provide updates on their greyhounds and pups.
REPORT HIGHLIGHTS IMPORTANCE OF GREYHOUND RACING INDUSTRY TO IRISH ECONOMY
GRI
27 July 2021
The significant contribution made by the greyhound racing industry to the Irish exchequer and rural employment is highlighted in a new report published at Shelbourne Park, Dublin, today by Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI).
RCÉ TO COMMENCE INSPECTIONS TO RECONCILE RCÉTS RECORDS
GRI
25 May 2021
As the next step in the rollout of RCÉTS (the Rásaíocht Con Éireann Traceability System), RCÉ/GRI will shortly commence inspections to reconcile RCÉTS records.
REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORTING GREYHOUNDS TO GREAT BRITAIN
GRI
25 January 2021
Rásaíocht Con Éireann has been working with various parties to establish the requirements for transporting greyhounds to and from the UK.
A QUICK INTRODUCTION TO RCETS
GRI
13 January 2021
We've begun to roll out our new RCÉTS (Rásaíocht Con Éireann Traceability System) app and website this week.
TRACEABILITY OF PRIME IMPORTANCE
Ian Fortune
13 January 2021
In these times when greyhound racing has come in for so much unfair criticism, the decision of Greyhound Racing Ireland to roll out a full traceability system must be applauded.
HOW TO REHOME YOUR RETIRED GREYHOUND
GRI
17 December 2020
A reminder of the steps to rehome your retired racing greyhound with the Irish Retired Greyhound Trust.
RÁSAÍOCHT CON ÉIREANN/GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND (GRI) ADOPTS ITS BUDGET FOR 2021
GRI
29 October 2020
GRI’s budget for 2021 has been prepared against a very challenging and changing operating environment due to the impact of Covid-19. The budget has taken account of the government’s plan Resilience & Recovery – Living with Covid under which greyhound racing is permitted under all 5 levels of the plan but with much reduced attendance permitted at Levels 1 & 2.
THE IRISH RETIRED GREYHOUND TRUST AND RÁSAÍOCHT CON ÉIREANN ( RCÉ) LAUNCH THEIR FIRST EVER RACING GREYHOUND CARE CENTRE
GRI
28 October 2020
Today Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) in partnership with The Irish Retired Greyhound Trust announced the next chapter in Irish Greyhound racing with the launch of its first dedicated Greyhound Care Centre.
IRGT LAUNCH NEW FOSTER TO ADOPT SCHEME
IGB
19 May 2020
The Irish Retired Greyhound Trust (IRGT) have launched their new Foster to Adopt scheme today, with the aim of offering would-be adopters the chance to experience life with a retired greyhound.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND ANNOUNCES NEW CONFIDENTIAL PHONE LINE TO REPORT WELFARE CONCERNS
IGB
12 July 2019
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) today announced the launch of a confidential phone line which will be available to members of the public to report greyhound welfare concerns.