TIME IRISH PUPPY DERBY SET TO COMMENCE ON JULY 4TH WITH €25,000 WINNER’S PRIZE

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The highly anticipated TIME Irish Puppy Derby is set to get underway on Saturday, July 4th, with the prestigious final scheduled for Saturday, July 25th. The competition promises three weeks of top-class greyhound racing featuring some of the most exciting young talent in the sport.

Open to 48 greyhounds whelped in August 2024 or younger, the event provides a premier platform for emerging stars to showcase their potential on a national stage. With an entry fee of €50 and a lucrative €25,000 prize for the winner, the Derby is expected to attract strong interest from owners, trainers, and racing enthusiasts.

Entries for the competition will close at 9:00pm on Monday, June 29th.

The event is proudly supported by TIME Greyhound Nutrition, whose continued sponsorship highlights their commitment to the advancement of greyhound racing and the development of young canine athletes.

Willie Rigney, TIME Greyhound Nutrition, commented, “TIME Greyhound Nutrition is delighted to be associated with the Irish Puppy Derby once again. Supporting young greyhounds at such a crucial stage in their careers aligns perfectly with our focus on performance, health, and long-term success. We are looking forward to seeing some exceptional talent emerge throughout the competition.”

GRI CEO Tim Lucey also acknowledged the importance of the partnership, "We are extremely grateful to Willie Rigney & John Fox along with the wider team at TIME Greyhound Nutrition for their continued sponsorship of this event. Their support plays a vital role in making the Puppy Derby one of the standout competitions on the racing calendar.”

With a competitive entry expected, strong sponsorship backing, and substantial prize money, the 2026 TIME Irish Puppy Derby promises to deliver an exciting and high-quality racing spectacle from start to finish.