Positive Reasons Abound
In the world of greyhound racing, there's a palpable sense of excitement as new ventures and renewed passion breathe fresh life into the sport. Here's a roundup of the latest developments that have racing enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the future.
At Dunstall Park, located within Wolverhampton racecourse, the Arena Racing Company has launched a new racing venue that has caught the imagination of many, not just the Perry Barr faithful. Leading owner Graham Box has expressed interest in finding dogs for the big races at this exciting new location. The start of racing at Dunstall Park is eagerly anticipated, and many believe this launch should be considered a positive development for the sport.
In 2022, Mike Davis dominated the Greyhound racing at Dunstall Park. His success comes as no surprise, given his genuine passion for the sport. Davis, like Kevin Boothby, has demonstrated a commitment to the sport that is admirable for all the right reasons. Davis will continue to tend for Dunstall Park, having taken over the operation of the venue from Boothby through his Orchestrate company.
Meanwhile, at Towcester, Boothby has achieved much, breathing new life into Oxford and Suffolk Downs. His tenure at Towcester has been marked by success, and he has expressed a desire to tender for the 2026 Derby to remain in Towcester's existing home. This ambition is a testament to Boothby's dedication to the sport and his belief in the potential of Towcester as a premier racing destination.
The closure of Perry Barr, Birmingham's final track, was a sad goodbye for many. However, the local council's decision to call in the site for development was not orchestrated by its operators, Arena Racing Company. Those racing at Monmore Green, Romford, and Hove may find some solace in the positive vibes emanating from the parent company, which appears to be re-embracing its greyhound portfolio following the closure of Crayford last year.
Entain, the parent company of Arena Racing Company, seems to be making a concerted effort to revitalise greyhound racing. This is evident in the successful launch of Dunstall Park and the continued success at Towcester under Boothby and Davis. Irish trainer Robert Gleeson has shared hopes that Droopys Kathleen will race at the PGR Oaks at Dunstall Park's new home, further highlighting the potential for growth and success at the new venue.
Martin Seal, the long-standing racing manager, admitted to a serious lump-in-the-throat moment when officiating on the final night at Perry Barr. However, the spirit of greyhound racing lives on, with Davis hoping to take the Towcester project as far as he desires, despite facing an uphill battle in getting external funding. For Davis, as for many in the greyhound racing community, the love for the sport remains unwavering.
In other exciting news, Magical Luka set a record-equalling run at Romford, described as "WOW!" in a colleague's column. As the racing community looks forward to the future, there's no doubt that the passion, determination, and spirit of the sport will continue to drive its success.
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