The much-anticipated bet365 Challenge Cup kicks off today’s evening at Oxford, with six competitive heats set to take place over 650m. Fans of greyhound racing can expect a thrilling showcase of talent as some of the best runners vie for glory.
Highlight Heat: A Clash of Titans
The spotlight will undoubtedly be on the third heat, featuring a powerhouse lineup. Queen Georgia, Coonough Crow, and Cooladerry Dust are set to go head-to-head in what promises to be an electrifying contest. Adding to the intrigue, Empress Stakes finalist Urlee Star and 2023 Gold Collar finalist Moaning Rossi will also be in the mix, making this heat a must-watch battle.
Other Notable Runners
Heat four features New Destiny, the recent Champion Stakes winner, leading the charge, while Droopys Vivacity adds star power to heat two. The diverse field across all six heats ensures plenty of action for spectators.
Odds from bet365
Here are the sponsor’s odds for the standout runners:
- 4/1 New Destiny
- 9/2 Queen Georgia
- 11/2 Cooladerry Dust
- 8/1 Droopys Vivacity, Lively Lauren
- 10/1 Coppice Ella, Gagas Mary
- 12/1 Coonough Crow
- 16/1 Golden Palace, Lamorna Lexi
- 50/1 Moaning Rossi, Riverside Shari, Salthill Sydney, Urlee Star
Other runners, including long shots like Classical Sarah (66/1) and Savana Memories (125/1), round out the field, ensuring a mix of potential favourites and underdog surprises.
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With such a strong lineup, the bet365 Challenge Cup promises to deliver edge-of-your-seat excitement. Whether it’s the star-studded heat three or the fierce battles across the board, today at Oxford is set to be a night to remember for greyhound racing enthusiasts.