Ireland’s biggest dog race, the Irish Greyhound Derby, takes place annually at Shelbourne Park in the national capital of Dublin. A major occasion for Irish Greyhound Derby betting, this race is one of the biggest and most prestigious greyhound events of the year.
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Irish Greyhound Derby 2021 Odds, Tips & Predictions
We will announce the latest odds for the 2021 Irish Greyhound Derby when they are available, as well as our expert betting tips and predictions.
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Popular Irish Greyhound Derby Betting Markets
As one of the biggest occasions for Irish bookmakers, you'll be glad to know that there is no shortage of fantastic Irish Greyhound Derby betting opportunities, some of which we have listed below.
To Win Outright Betting
A bet to win outright is nothing more complicated than to bet on the winning dog. In greyhound racing, punters normally bet by naming the dog’s trap number, although names will also be accepted.
Forecast Betting
Forecast betting is where bettors make a prediction on the first two dogs to finish the race – that is to say, the winning dog and the runner up. Note: the bet can only pay out if the punter has also predicted the correct finishing order. If they wish to, punters can double their stake and place a reverse forecast, which means that the same two dogs can finish in the top two places in any order.
Tricast Betting
Like the forecast, a tricast is a finishers bet; only this time, it is on the first three dogs, rather than just the two. Again, getting the order right is critical to the bet paying out, but the odds are greater than the forecast as you need to correctly guess the finishing positions of three dogs instead of just two.
Each Way Tricast Betting
With an each way tricast, punters can, for an increased stake, bet on the first three dogs to cross the finishing line in any order whatsoever. When you place a bet for an each way tricast, you will be charged six times the original stake for each potential outcome.
Tournament Structure for the Irish Greyhound Derby
The Irish Greyhound Derby final is the culmination of many rounds of races in which the final six runners must qualify for the right to run on the night. The race itself is run over a distance of 530 metres around the dog track at Shelbourne Park in Dublin, and is contested by six dogs.
History of the Irish Greyhound Derby
The race's inaugural run took place at Harold's Cross in 1928, but wasn’t recognised officially until 1932. Back then, the race was known in Ireland as the National Derby, and the first ever winner was Tipperary Hills. When the race was made official, it was moved to Shelbourne Park before the run was held alternately between both venues. The race has also gone off at Cork Greyhound Stadium and Markets Field Greyhound Stadium in Limerick, both of which are closed today, and by 1969, it was held at Harold's Cross for the final time.
Past Winners of the Irish Greyhound Derby
| Year | Winning Greyhound | Trainer |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Newinn Taylor | Graham Holland |
| 2019 | Lenson Bocko | Graham Holland |
| 2018 | Ballyanne Sim | James Robinson |
| 2017 | Good News | Patrick Guilfoyle |
| 2016 | Rural Hawaii | Graham Holland |
| 2015 | Ballymac Matt | Liam Dowling |
| 2014 | Laughil Blake | Michael O'Donovan |
| 2013 | Slippery Robert | Robert Gleeson |
| 2012 | Skywalker Puma | Frances O'Donnell |
| 2011 | Razldazl George | Dolores Ruth |
| 2010 | Tyrur McGuigan | Conor Fahy |
| 2009 | College Causeway | Pat Buckley |
| 2008 | Shelbourne Aston | Pat Curtin |
| 2007 | Tyrur Rhino | Paul Hennessy |
| 2006 | Razldazl Billy | Dolores Ruth |
| 2005 | He Said So | Tim O'Donovan |
| 2004 | Like A Shot | Owen McKenna |
| 2003 | Climate Control | Seamus Graham |
| 2002 | Bypass Byway | Ollie Bray |
| 2001 | Cool Performance | Sean Bourke |
| 200 | Judicial Pride | Michael O'Donovan |
Irish Greyhound Derby Key Stats
- Three-time winner Spanish Battleship is the most successful greyhound to date.
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Irish Greyhound Derby FAQs
🏆 What is the prize pool for the Irish Greyhound Derby?
The prize pool is €300,000, with €20,000 allocated for the winner
❌What is the distance of the Irish Greyhound Derby?
The race is run over 503 metres.
🥇 Where is the Irish Greyhound Derby held?
The race takes place at Shelbourne Park, Dublin.
❓ Can I bet ante post on the Irish Greyhound Derby?
Yes, ante post books usually open early.
✅ Can I bet each-way on the Irish Greyhound Derby?
Yes, but there are only six runners, so odds are often short.
ThePuntersPage Final Say
Alongside its English equivalent the English Greyhound Derby and Scotland’s Scottish Greyhound Derby, the Irish Greyhound Derby is ranked as one of the biggest and best events of its kind. Punters everywhere head over to their favourite bookie or wait tentatively in front of their screens to enjoy Irish Greyhound Derby betting online. The event is considered to be the pinnacle of Irish dog racing, and is an occasion not to be missed!
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