BCallaway Pro Am at stud
IRISH ST. LEGER
RACE PROGRAMME
Saturday 9th August
LIMERICK GREYHOUND STADIUM
Greenpark, Dock Road, Limerick
Phone 1 :
061 - 448038
Fax :
Phone 2 :
061 - 303788
061 - 448000
Racing Manager: 0858797575 James Murray
Meeting Date : 09 August 2025
Meeting No : 68
Control Steward: Peter Quinn Hare Driver: Andrew Barrett
Groundstaff: Andrew Barrett/Declan Tierney/Jack McNamara
Judge: Chris Ryan/ Noreen Cremin
Time Keeper : J.Murray Vet Surgeon : A Hanley MVB MRCVS
Steward:P.Quinn,J.Waters,J.Murray,A.Barrett,N. Cremin
OWNERS & TRAINERS ARE REMINDED TO CHECK PAPERS & GRI WEBSITE TO SEE IF THEIR GREYHOUNDS ARE RUNNING
Next Meeting Date : 14 August 2025
For Restaurant Bookings Please Call 061 448080
Greyhound & Pet World : 087 9767595
Welcome to the 2025 Irish St. Leger...
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the final of the Callaway Pro-Am at Stud Irish St. Leger at Limerick Greyhound Stadium.
This prestigious event is one of Ireland’s top greyhound races, known for its competitive fields and thrilling finishes. The meeting draws leading greyhounds, trainers, and owners competing for glory and significant prize money. As a classic race, it tests the stamina, speed, and skill of its participants.
This year’s Irish St. Leger final promises to be one to remember. Clonbrien Treaty returns not just to defend his crown, but to make history, aiming to become the first greyhound ever to win the classic three years in a row. And what a final to do it in, the calibre of competition ensures a final of the highest quality, with every contender set on including their name on the roll of honour.
I wish to sincerely acknowledge Denis Murphy, the generous sponsor of this year’s event. Denis is not only a proud greyhound owner but also is a passionate and longstanding supporter of greyhound racing. His commitment and dedication to the sport are deeply appreciated and play a vital role in sustaining the success and vibrancy of Irish greyhound racing.
The first half of 2025 has been exceptionally successful for our sport. Rásaíocht Con Éireann recently published its inaugural Industry Activity Report covering January to June 2025, alongside the launch of our ambitious five-year strategic plan (2025–2029). These achievements demonstrate our renewed commitment to growth, sustainability, and excellence within greyhound racing.
During this period, 691 race meetings were held across 14 tracks, featuring 7,201 races and distributing prize money totalling €4,300,564. Additionally, the industry welcomed 526 new owners, with 3,737 existing owners and 295 licensed trainers actively involved in racing.
This vibrant activity reflects not only the passion of those engaged in the sport but also the enduring appeal of greyhound racing throughout Ireland.
As we celebrate the competitors and the community that bring this sport to life, I extend my best wishes to all finalists and look forward to an exhilarating finale.
Thank you for your continued support of Irish greyhound racing. Le meas,
Pat Flanagan
Chairperson
Rásaíocht Con Éireann/Greyhound Racing Ireland
Celtic Park, Belfast, played host to the inaugural Irish St. Leger in 1932 and after being shuffled around a number of venues such as Clonmel, Shelbourne Park and Harolds Cross, it found its home in 1944 in the Treaty County of Limerick.
Since then, it has been firmly established as one of the most prestigious events on the Irish Greyhound racing calendar and is an event that is targeted yearly by the Country’s leading handlers. The legendary Ger McKenna is at the top of the tree in that respect having landed the event no fewer than twelve times, while Matt O’Donnell also proved hugely successful in claiming gold on seven occasions.
As with all of the flagship events, none would be possible without the support of a sponsor and Denis Murphy has played a key role in the 2025 running of the event. Known as the ‘Callaway’ man, Denis has enjoyed huge success in recent years with a number of trackers with Callaway Knegare, in particular, widely seen as one of the fastest in the land at present.
This year, the Irish St. Leger carries the name of another sensational tracker in recent years, Callaway Pro Am. During his time on track, he was the beaten favourite in the final of the 2022 BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby, and it’s not a surprise that he has made a powerful start to stud duties with his prodigy just starting to hit the tracks up and down the Country.
We extend our gratitude to Denis for his sponsorship of the classic and wish him every success with this trackers going forward.
The Story So Far….
by Peter Farrell
JOSEPE SETS THE STANDARD
IN ST. LEGER OPENER
With many eyes focused on the reigning and defending champion Clonbrien Treaty in heat seven, it was in fact Toolmaker Josepe that set the standard in round one as the Robert Gleeson-trained star got back to winning
ways after a run of four straight defeats.
A tracker that caught the eye in the Con & Annie Kirby with his devastating finishing power, he again had to come from off-the-pace in heat six to storm past Magical Sapphire in the closing stages and post a rapid 29.68. Next best in terms of the clock was Blastoff Cooper as he posted 29.73 and Philip Buckley, who won this event in 2018 with Blastoff Billy, was to enjoy further success on the night as Blastoff Heffo ran a magnificent race to deny Clonbrien Treaty a comeback win in 29.78.
Paul Hennessy sits third on the list of highest win-
ning trainers of the Irish St. Leger with four prior victories and the strong-running Hello Diego got his campaign off to the perfect start in heat one as he took off at the halfway mark to post 29.81. Ballyhimikin Ben got Graham Holland’s bid for a third successive title off and running in heat two as he displayed all of his battling qualities to land heat two in 29.94, while another standout winner on the night was Daleroad Duke as he put his Dundalk International defeat behind him with a five length victory in 29.74 for Pat Guilfoyle. The ever-reliable Faypoint Harvey was to seal a double for Graham Holland in heat four as he too led from trap-toline in 29.81, and the concluding heat of the night saw Peter Cronin get in on the act as Swithins Jim struck late to see off Drombeg Banner in 29.90.
DIEGO QUICKEST, PROMISING
SIGNS FROM TREATY
While it may have been a case of shadow boxing for many in the opening round, the classic shot into life in the quarter finals with a number of spectacular displays, the fastest of which coming from Hello Diego. Indeed, the Paul Hennessy-trained powerhouse, owned by Paul Hynes, once again showed his appreciation for the Limerick circuit as he took control at the penultimate bend before drawing clear of Drombeg Banner in a rapid 29.41. Incidentally, kennel companion Flight Club would go on to finish third in this contest. Despite the heroics of Hello Diego, those in attendance were left salivating at the performance of Clonbrien Treaty, who very much outlined his intentions with a terrific return to form in the opening quarter final. Jim and Muireann Murphy’s multiple classic winner was amongst a red-hot line-up, however, showed early speed to get loose in the opening exchanges. In doing so, the son of Pestana stayed on much stronger on this occasion to see off Daleroad Duke by one and a half lengths, in 29.48.
Kennel companion and another first round winner in the form of Ballyhimikin Ben claimed the final qualification spot in third. As has become the norm in recent year’s, Graham Holland possessed a magnificent hand ahead of the quarter finals and Faypoint Harvey sealed a double on the night as he won for the sixteenth time in his career.
Although Patricia Flanagan’s star didn’t break too fluently on this occasion, he proved a tough to crack for Blastoff Heffo as he accounted for a one and a half length victory in 29.73. Magical Sapphire ensured Pat Guilfoyle would be doubly represented in the semis as she claimed the final qualifying position in third. While the fancied runners were coming to the fore in the heats prior, this certainly wasn’t the case in the concluding quarter final as 33/1 chance, Flyers Minnie, secured a memorable victory for Colm Fitzgerald and The-Zero-Zero-Syndicate.
In truth, there was nothing fortunate surrounding the
outcome as the daughter of Ballyhimikin Jet pulled out all the stops to deny the incredibly fast Droopys Deploy by a short-head in 29.92. Cagey Billy had rediscovered his very best in recent weeks having been just pipped in the final of the Tipperary Cup at Thurles and he finished two lengths further back to advance into the semi finals.
DIEGO & TREATY CONTINUE
THEIR ASSAULT
The stage was set for two sensational semi final contests last weekend and while Clonbrien Treaty went another step closer to an historic three-in-a-row, Hello Diego was the show-stopper as Paul Hennessy’s charge romped to victory with another phenomenal display from the halfway mark.
Running in the second semi, Hello Diego went to traps as the 13/8 favourite and in truth, there was never any doubt surrounding the victory once the Paul Hynes runner pinged from trap five to post a smart 2.80 sectional. Briefly joined by Cagey Billy as the pair rounded the opening corner, Hello Diego got to work passing the sprint boxes and he was in full throttle midway down the back as he increased his lead to three parts of a length.
In behind at this point was Cagey Billy, however, Blastoff Heffo was showing all sorts of back straight pace to emerge as the most likely candidate to chase home Hello Diego. With the son of Jaytee Yankee was very much in his comfort zone as he revved his engine to go two clear around the penultimate bend, Blastoff Heffo hit the turn at exactly the right time to nudge his rivals aside and go a clear second. The battle was now on for the final qualifying position as both Cagey Billy and Droopys Deploy went toe-to-toe, however, there was certainly no disputing the winner as Hello Diego drew clear to win by an extending five lengths. Blastoff Heffo ran a solid race to ensure Philip Buckley will be represented in the final, while Cagey Billy showed all of his battling qualities to advance in third. The time was a blistering 29.49.
Clonbrien Treaty showed signs of a return to his very best in the quarter finals as he blew holes in his rivals and he was equally as impressive under different circumstances in the opening semi.
A greyhound that we have run out of superlatives to describe, Clonbrien Treaty was installed as the 6/5 jolly and he was to comfortably reward followers for their market support, albeit after an early scare! Much was made of his trap four draw coming into this contest and those doubts looked to have some context early doors as he walked from his middle berth to occupy the rear at traprise.
However, within two strides, the multiple-classic winner was back on terms and he showcased his wonderful early speed to storm between both Flight Club and Drombeg Banner on the run-up. In doing so,
the strapping blue hit the front rounding the opening bend and he held a narrow advantage over ‘Banner’ entering the back straight. Quickly outpacing his rival off the second turn, Clonbrien Treaty manufactured a two and a half length advantage over Drombeg Banner, while Flight Club was also making steady progress in third as he aimed to ensure Paul Hennessy would be doubly represented in the decider.
With Clonbrien Treaty continuing to set a scorching gallop out in front, his petrol gauge was showing little sign of emptying and he powered his way up the Limerick hill to seal a nineteenth career victory. Flight Club came home at speed to finish three and a half lengths back in second, while young handler Evan McAuliffe saw his Drombeg Banner seal the final qualifying position in third. The time was 29.68.
MULTIPLE WINNERS
The names of the legendary Ger McKenna (12) and Matt O’Donnell (7) were spoken of at the start of this piece in regard to accumulated triumphs, however, should either Hello Diego or Flight Club prevail, Paul Hennessy can also claim his seat at the top table.
Larking About, What A Tornado, Locnamon Bridie and Priceless Brandy have all hailed from the Black and Amber kennel and he will bid for a sensational fifth Leger title later tonight. With Clonbrien Treaty claiming responsibility for two victories thus far, Graham Holland is chasing a fourth win in the classic after landing the 2017 running with Clonbrien Hero, while Philip Buckley is another connection hoping to land this event multiple times after the success of Blastoff Billy back in 2018.
The Final Verdict….
There are so many narratives as we head into what is another top-class Irish St. Leger renewal. Of course, Clonbrien Treaty’s bid for three-in-a-row is the headline maker and he is not only bidding for a trio of Leger’s, but should he triumph, he will have also sealed no fewer than five classic deciders after landing the 2023 Con & Annie Kirby Memorial and the 2024 Bresbet Easter Cup.
As so often happens, the trap draw plays an integral role in these big finals and it has again thrown up more questions than answers as to how Clonbrien Treaty can prevail. A trap six draw would have been welcomed with open arms by connections of the fan favourite, however, he will have to negotiate another tricky assignment in trap four. Indeed, the son of Pestana overcame this particular obstacle in the semi finals, however, it wasn’t without drama as he walked from traps before calling upon his explosive early gears as a ‘get out of jail free card’. That said, it is unlikely that Holland’s tracker will trap as poorly two weeks on the trot and he has the invaluable ‘know-how’ in respect of winning big events. As a result, he remains the selection despite the astronomic rise of Hello Diego in this renewal.
The aforementioned is of course the main threat to the crown of Clonbrien Treaty and connections of this runner would have been quietly confident when his name was drawn to run from trap five, sandwiched between Clonbrien Treaty on his inside and kennel companion, Hello Flight, on his outside. ‘Diego’ has really found his trapping boots in recent weeks and although he is unlikely to match his market rival in the early exchanges, connections will hope that he can use Clonbrien Treaty as a buffer to turn in second place. In this eventuality, Hello Diego will be fancied to come through given his sheer power from the halfway mark but this is far from a two-dog affair with threats aplenty that are all capable of writing their own story.
Blastoff Heffo is the beneficiary of a plumb draw in red and he was ultra-impressive in the semis as he flew down the back to finish an eventual second behind Hello Diego. Drombeg Banner could prove the fly in the ointment early on with his early speed and he will bid to give Evan McAuliffe a second major after the triumph of Drombeg Pearl in the 2024 Fonez Galway Oaks, while both Cagey Billy and Flight Club will hope for a little traffic up front in order to capitalize down the back. The former came out the wrong side of a photo-finish defeat in the recent Centenary Agri Tipperary Cup at Thurles for Christopher Delaney, so he would certainly not be begrudged for an event of this magnitude.
Flight Club, meanwhile, is incredibly without a win since debut for Carol O’Riordan, however, his stock has most certainly risen despite that statistic. He too has a chance of nestling into a good position rounding the opening bend and he could be a dark horse at big odds.
A big congratulations is extended to the connections of all finalists in getting this far, and the very best of luck in what has been another terrific renewal. Most importantly, may they all return safe and sound!
OVER 35 BITCHES MATED IN FIRST YEAR AT STUD, VERY PROMISING PUPS NOW APPEARING w bk 78Ibs
SKYWALKER FARLOE – BOTTLE OF BANTER
PRO AM A FLYING EARLY PACER
(3.41, 3.42, 3.43 sectionals Shelbourne 2022 Derby)
Who could stay the 550 yards trip. His 18.41 350 yards is one of the fastest ever recorded at Shelbourne.
RECENT MATINGS ALL TOP CLASS BITCHES
• Droopys Charm
• Jamaica Joy • (Mother Ballymac Marino)
• Olga
• Callaway Annika
• Mags Memory
COMRADES INCLUDE
BOGGER HUNTER Gold Cup Winner
PLEASE CABELA Open Class
MOTOWN MASSIE Open Class
In his unbeaten run to Derby Final 2022 favourite, he beat some of the best dogs in training.
BORN WARRIOR
COOLAVANNY HOFFA
BALLINABOLA ED
SENTIMENTAL LAD
BOCKOS BUDSIT
BOCKOS LEAH
MARIES WEDDING
CRAFTY KOKORO
WELL MET
ALSO BEAT 3
DERBY WINNERS
BORN WARRIOR
ROMEO MAGICO
GAYTIME NEMO
THE 2025 ROMA CASINO IRISH CAMBRIDGESHIRE OPEN 750
24 entries @ €40. Winner €5,000 & Trophy Heats Saturday 16th August
THE JOE MANGAN MEMORIAL A3 525
24 greyhounds @ €20. Winner €2,000 Backgraders allowed. Heats Saturday 23rd August
ON1 525
For 6 Greyhounds @ €15. Saturday 23rd August
FUTURE
LIMERICK STADIUM NOVICE SWEEPSTAKES
ON2 525 & ON3 525 – 6th September
FUTURE LIMERICK STADIUM SWEEPSTAKES
O’Connor Julian Vets Cashel A2 Tri Distance – 6th Sept
Gammall Car Sales Kennedy Cup A3 525 – 4th Oct
Prizemoney for sweepstakes subject to entries
All entries & withdrawals by text to the Racing Office on 085- 8797575
Welcome to Limerick Greyhound Stadium Novice 750
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1
T2
T3
T4
T5
T6
Very lightly raced for this trip, finished very strong when winning last time, one to note. 2/1
Strong finishing type, looks capable to handle the trip, market watch. 3/1
Most experienced of pack and had a very positive finishing kick, 4/1
This looks a big test for this lad, lightly raced without a win, market will dictate. 4/1
Competed at top level, should be well fit for this longer trip, should run well. 5/2
Been very well supported recently, seems to have strong finishing kick, should feature. 6/4
Win/Place:6 Selections
Reverse Forecast: 6-1
Trio Always: 6-1-5
Mr. Ronny Wuyts (Cashel)
Miss. Aoife Coffey (Doon)
Theres a New Buzz in Town Open 350
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 SS0 SS0 Exciting sprinter with credible form, trap should suit, market watch. 2/1
T2 SS0 SS0 Another back from DLK, no win to date, the blue sheet could see that change here. 2/1
T3 SS0 SS0 TRL sprint form notable, should run well from here, one to note. 2/1
T4 SS0 SS0 Has exciting early at CML, will need starting shoes in top form here. 3/1
T5 SS0 SS0 Has the capability if hits the ground running, market will dictate. 2/1
Selections
T6 SS0 SS0 Has a lot of early pace inside, need a very good start, will test all late on. 3/1 Win/Place:2
Reverse Forecast: 2-5
Trio Always: 2-5-1
McEllistrim,Ballylongford,CoKerry.
Welcome To Shelbourne Park AAO 575
Mr Tim Cliffe/Ms.Olive Cliffe (Cappoquin)
T1
The
BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby Trial Stake 550
Winner €500 + Free Entry to the Derby
Has been very well supported recently, from here need to hit the ground running. 7/4 T2
winning run over trip last time, finished strong from halfway, one to watch 6/4
the trip for the first time, trap should be a help, market watch 2/1
Trip will not be an issue here, should be in the mix. 2/1
Has won over trip a few times, discard last run, should test all from the off 2/1
well in stake here some time ago, will be finishing strong. 3/1
Supping-Away-Syn.C.Finucane,Kilrush.
www.grireland.ie AO 525
Campbell (Co.Armagh)
Mr.Michael Dunphy
The Greyhound Racing Ireland A1 525
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 A1 A0
T2 A1 A1
Strong experienced early paced type, need to be in the mix from the off, market watch 2/1
Exciting trap to line win last time, a repeat would test all. 7/4
T3 A1 A0 Trap a big help here, need to hit the ground running, market will dictate. 3/1
T4 A1 A0 Off for a while and may have need last run, should improve, looks very capable. 3/1
T5 A2 A0 Good strike rate, may find room from here, exciting runner. 2/1
T6 A1 A0 A lady who loves the stripes, if back to form will test all, one to note. 6/4
Selections
Win/Place:6
Reverse Forecast: 6-2
Trio Always: 6-2-5
Myles Cummins (Co. Clare.)
Shelbourne Old Stagers AO Or Lower 550
Total Prizefund €1,360 July2022 Or Older
The BoyleSports
Irish Greyhound Derby Trial Stake 550
Winner €500 + Free Entry to the Derby
T1 A1 A0
T2
First time over trip, may be hard to crack if leads, market will dictate. 2/1
From here will need starting shoes in top form, looks a strong finishing type. 3/1
T3 A1 AA0 Big run expected from here, will test all from halfway, one to note. 7/4 T4 A1 A0 Made all his running late on to win last time, a better start and could be hard to beat. 2/1 T5 A1
Made all the running when winning here last time, should come on further, one to note 6/4
Experienced C&D winner, expect a big performance from this chap. 2/1
Bet With Boyles AO 550
His sole win came at Newbridge May 30. Must repeat that level of form to figure
Mr. Seamus McCloskey (Co. Derry.)
Martin Costigan (Co. Laois.)
Jeannette MacKenzie
The Barking Buzz App Open 750
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 D1 D0 SPK trip winner, will need that form here, looks very capable, market watch 3/1
T2 DD0 DD0 Winner last time over trip, should be in the final mix. 2/1
T3 DD0 DD0 Very decent trip winner, hard to oppose here, trap a huge help. 6/4
T4 DD0 DD0 Won from the front last time, expect a big run, should test a few late on. market watch 2/1
T5 DD0 DD0 A very determined lady with a strong finishing kick, don’t rule out. 2/1
T6 D0 D0 Is capable but will need a big run here, market will dictate. 3/1 Win/Place:3 Selections Reverse Forecast: 3-2 Trio Always: 3-2-5
Philip Enright (Abbeyfeale)
Shelbourne Maiden Derby AAO 550 Consolation Final
BODY MIND SPIRIT
Anthony W. Dean (Little Burstead)
& Clare GOBA A1 525 Final
Kindly Sponsored by Limerick & Clare GOBA
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 A2 A0 Ran well in defeat last time, should feature once again, market will dictate. 3/1
T2 A1 A1 Winner from the front last week, will test all from the start, big run expected. 6/4 T3 A1 A0 A better start vital from here this time, will be finishing strong. 3/1 T4 A1 A1 Showed good early last week, will need to dig deep this time. 3/1
T5 A0 A0 Very strong finish to win last week, will test all in this final. 1/1
Selections Reverse Forecast: 5-2 Trio Always: 5-2-6
T6 A1 A0 May enjoy the space in stripes, has early and should feature, one to watch in the market 2/1 Win/Place:5
Timothy Gilbourne (Co. Limerick.)
GULLEEN INA
Fitzgerald,Glin,CoLimerick.
Sponsored by: GRI
Shelbourne Maiden Derby AAO 550 Final
TPF: €21,440 Restricted to dogs who never won an AA0/Open race over 4 bends in any racing jurisdicti
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 AA0 AA0 Talented performer. Draw in his favour but must improve his trapping to figure 9-2 T2 AA0 AA0 Promising lady with fine pace. Big run in defeat behind T4 last week. Trio claims 6-1 T3 A1 A0 Powerful galloper. Not the fastest to the turn but finishes at speed. Needs luck 10-1 T4 AA0
T5 AA0
T6 AA0
Professional tracker with fine early dash. In superb form and will bid to make all 7-4
Exciting individual. Got loose early Aug 2. Better to come and a leading fancy 2-1
Hugely fast lady. Stormed home behind T4 last week. Can she turn close here? 6-1 Win/Place:4 Selections Reverse Forecast: 4-5 Trio Always: 4-5-6
The Irish Retired Greyhound Trust Open 525
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 AA0 AA0 Decent greyhound, should improve from last run, one to note here. 6/4
T2 AA0 AA0 Testing start but finished strong last time, big run expected here. 3/1
T3 AA0 AA0 May form will test all here, trap a big advantage, experience will help. 7/4
T4 AA0 AA0 Straight run from traps vital, market will dictate. 3/1
T5 AA0 AA0 Discard last run when loosing from the off, improvement on the cards. 2/1
T6 AA0 AA0 Looks to be on the way back, may need the run but very capable. 3/1 Win/Place:1 Selections Reverse Forecast: 1-3 Trio Always: 1-3-5
Flanagan (Gorey)
Boylesports Derby Entries AO 550
FINAL: Saturday 9th August
Owner: Philip Buckley
Trainer: Owner
Breeder: Philip Buckley
Owner: Evan McAuliffe
Trainer: Owner
Breeder: Pat O’Connell
Owner: Christopher Delaney
Trainer: Owner
Breeder: Christopher Fitzgerald
Owner: James & Muireann
Murphy
Trainer: Graham Holland
Breeder: Jerry Murphy
Owner: Paul Hynes
Trainer: Paul Hennessy
Breeder: Susan Hennessy
Owner: Carol O’Riordan
Trainer: Paul Hennessy
Breeder: Billy Dunne
BLASTOFF HEFFO
Dog with a serious finishing kick which he showed when beating Trap 4 in the opening round in his best run in this competition. One of Philip Buckley’s consistent runners and will be picking off the leaders in the latter stages.
DROMBEG BANNER (M)
Has been very consistent throughout this competition knocking on the door in all rounds. First time to compete in the blue sheet which could make a difference and will also be coming home strong no doubt cheered by Evan McAulliffe.
CAGEY BILLY (M)
May not have won any round of this event but has always kept his rivals on their toes. Probably will be a big price but Christopher Delaney’s runner will be bidding for another late surge hoping for a traffic jam outside.
CLONBRIEN TREATY (W)
This Graham Holand runner has had massive success here at Limerick and is bidding to make history if wins tonight. This James and Muireann Murphy owned three-time classic winner is improving with every round. Not probably his favourite trap but his experience will come into play.
HELLO DIEGO (W)
The only unbeaten finalist in this event and the Paul Hennessy runner is in fine form over the trip. His improved early pace gives him the advantage in a trap he should run well from. Deservingly a favourite and could hand Paul Hynes a classic win on the night.
FLIGHT CLUB (W)
Second of the Hennessy runners is the youngest and least experienced of the pack but is also improving with every round. Enjoys this distance with a very strong run from halfway and any congestion early on could help Carol O’Riordan’s runner take his first win in this event.
Callaway Pro Am at Stud Irish St.Leger Final
Tp CGd BGd Form
T1 A0 A0
Kindly Sponsored by Denis Murphy
Guide
Really strong finishing type, will test all late on, market watch. 3/1
T2 A0 AA0 Will need everything right tonight, should test a few from the off, market will dictate. 4/1
T3 A0 AA0 Has been very consistent in this competition, any mix up he will pounce. 5/1
T4 AA0 AA0 Won in black last week, not preferred trap, is set to hold his rein, need everything right 5/4
T5 AA0 AA0 Very consistent in this competition, trap a huge help, looks one they will have to beat. 1/1
T6 A0 AA0 Second runner from kennel, will need a PB here to upset. 6/1 Win/Place:5 Selections Reverse Forecast: 5-4 Trio Always: 5-4-1
Sincere thanks to
DENIS MURPHY
for his generous sponsorship of the 2025 B
Shelbourne Museum AAO 550 Final
€8,820 Final Sat 9th Aug
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 A0
Strong running youngster with a kind draw. Needs to hold his pitch to the turn 8-1 T2
A0
T5 AA0
Talented performer with tremendous pace. Must find his trapping boots to score 9-2
Capable type. tends to do his best work from the second turn. Needs luck here 16-1
Inexperienced sort seeking a first win. It’s not likely to come in this contest
Ready improver. Led early to score in the semis. More needed in this hot contest 8-1
Peter Comerford (Naas)
Slight drop in grade will help, need to start well in this company. 3/1
Not the best of starts last time, will need a big improvement, market watch 4/1
Maintained a strong challenge last time, trap will help, one to note.
Very strong finishing type, a better start will see him min the final mix. 4/1
Decent run in defeat last time in TRL, looks very capable of more 2/1
Found traffic at first last time, very credible lady, big run expected here. 6/4 Win/Place:6 Selections Reverse Forecast: 6-3 Trio Always: 6-3-5
Mr. Adam Hogg (Templemore)
Upcoming Boylesports Derby AAO Maiden 550
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
(Never Won a AAO Over 4 Bends)
Sean Dooley/Master A. J. Dooley
The Talking Dogs A0 525
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1
T2
T3
T4
A0 Strong runner in CML, will need to be in top form here. 3/1
Slight drop in grade a big help, needs early involvement, market watch. 4/1
White sheet a huge advantage here, very strong running lady, one to note. 6/4
Last two runs not inspiring, is capable of much better, market will dictate. 4/1 T5
Very strong winning run last time, a repeat would see him in the shake up. 2/1 T6
Excellent run in June, may find room out here, big run expected here. 2/1 Win/Place:3 Selections Reverse Forecast: 3-5 Trio Always: 3-5-6
Boylesports Derby Starts 22nd August AAO
550
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 AA0 AA0 Talented type when on song. Draw in his favour and capable of playing a part 6-1
T2 AA0 AA0 High class lady. Has been in superb form. Goes up well and stays. Big claims 7-2 T3 AA0 AA0 Speedy performer. Return to four bends will suit but must come away racing 6-1
T4 AA0 AA0 Top class tracker. Made a bright return last time. Can fly to the bend. Prospects 4-1
T5 AA0 AA0 One of Ireland’s best. Last seen in English Derby decider. Flew in recent trials 7-4
T6 AA0 AA0 Champion 550 winner. Has superb pace to the third turn and has obvious claims 3-1 Win/Place:5 Selections Reverse Forecast: 5-6 Trio Always: 5-6-4
The Live Music After Racing A0 575
Tp CGd BGd Form Guide
T1 A0 AA0 Trip could suit this chap, looks a very strong finishing type, one to note. 7/4
T2 A0 A0 Failed to oblige when favourite last time but has more to offer, market watch. 2/1
T3 A0 AA0 Another that should enjoy this trip but will need early involvement. 4/1
T4 A0 AA0 Experienced of the pack, looks to stay strong, watch the market here. 3/1
T5 A0 A0 Looking to make it three on the bounce, very strong finishing kick, big run expected. 6/4
T6 A0 AA0 Room out wide will help, need a big run here, market will dictate. 4/1 Win/Place:5 Selections Reverse Forecast: 5-1 Trio Always: 5-1-2
Dowling, Ballymacelligott.
Boylesports Derby Starts Soon AAO 525
Limerick-FloatingReserves
Mr. Patrick Maher (Co. Tipperary. E41
LISTEN ROSIE
John Meelam (Nenagh)
LUCKY MOVER
Limerick-FloatingReserves
Mr. Patrick Conway (Ballina)
Limerick-FloatingReserves
GULLEEN SYDNEY
ShelbournePark-FloatingReserves
(Mountnugent Meath)
GLENLARA BLUE
ShelbournePark-FloatingReserves
Late-Stonepark Mehmas
ShelbournePark-FloatingReserves
JET
SILVERHILL FREYA
COOSANE PICKLES
Notice
Declaration of a 'NO RACE'
The stewards may declare a 'No Race' only in the following circumstances:
(1) Where there is mechanical or other defect of the hare equipment or starting box or any outside interference with the race, or
(2) If any of the dogs fight, and as a consequence, all fail to pursue the hare, or (3) If for any other reason all dogs fail to pursue the hare.
Note: A greyhound turning back in a race does not constitute outside interference.
Unauthorised photography in this stadium is strictly prohibited.
If through any cause the race has to be abandoned before the start of the Fourth Race, pass out tickets will be issued, but, under no circumstances, will admission money be refunded.
Greyhounds Turning in Traps:
(a) If a greyhound turns before the hare is put in motion that greyhound will be taken out and and righted. If, however, he turns again no further attention will be given to him.
(b) If a greyhound turns while the hare is in motion the hare should not be stopped and the traps should be released.
(c) If the hare passes the traps and for any reason the traps do not operate then all the dogs should be taken out and be re-examined before they are put into traps again.
Computerised Trap Draw made at Rásaíocht Con Éireann
Kennel area strictly out of bounds to all except owners, trainers, and officials.
RACING CANNOT BE GUARANTEED FOR ANY DOG ENTERED AT THIS TRACK. If greyhounds have to be withdrawn, owners are requested
to do so before they appear on the Race Card.
Greyhound Racing Ireland has a legitimate interest in filming and photography at this venue during events for promotional, regulatory and archival purposes. Footage, imagery and voice may be broadcast via television, radio, social media platforms and the GRI website at www.grireland.ie .CCTV operates at this venue for safety, security and regulatory purposes. For further information please contact PR@grireland.ie
THIS RUNS DEEP
