In an electrifying showcase of talent, New Destiny claimed both the Romford Coronation Cup and Champion Stakes, achieving a remarkable double victory in the Premier Greyhound Racing-sponsored £20,000 final at Essex on Friday night.
Guided by esteemed trainer Mark Wallis for the MWD Partnership, the 10-11 favourite exploded off the mark, seizing the pivotal lead at the first bend even after Michelle Brown's Golden Palace had initially sprung ahead. From there, the newly minted dual Category One champion faced no serious challenges over the 575-meter distance, swiftly expanding her lead with each stride.
Relentlessly pushing the pace at the forefront, the daughter of Grangeview Ten dashed across the finish line with a commanding five and three-quarter lengths advantage over Seamus Cahill's Noirs News, posting a swift time of 34.63 seconds. Golden Palace, overcoming an early bump at the first turn, showed resilience to secure third place. The night couldn't have been better for trainer Wallis, who celebrated four victories in total, including Coonough Crow's win in the Maurice Newman Memorial Marathon. Meanwhile, Brindle Bully delivered a sensational performance in the £5,000 Coral Silver Standard Final, dominating the 400-meter race from start to finish in a rapid 23.67 seconds for David Mullins's kennel.