Short Grip Leads the Charge for Christmas Oaks Glory
The Bernard Barry Christmas Oaks market is heating up, with Boylesports swiftly releasing their odds and naming Short Grip as the early favourite at 5-1. Following her near-miss at the Winter Racing Festival, where she was edged out as the Juvenile Derby runner-up, bookmakers are confident she’s poised for redemption in this prestigious event.
Close on her heels is Grangeclare Lady, priced at 6-1. Trained by Owen McKenna, she showcased her incredible early speed with a commanding victory at the festival, solidifying her position as a top contender.
The next trio in the betting lineup—Mustang Fever, Deelish Nora, and Is She There—are each available at 10-1. Among the chasers, Drive On Beauty has been in stellar form at Shelbourne Park, delivering impressive performances in her last two outings, and shares 12-1 odds with Pennys Cailin and Lets Go Bubbles.
For those seeking value, longer-priced runners like Silverhill Freya and Arent We All at 14-1, or even Westway Rossa and Youandme Babe at 16-1, could provide an exciting edge in the unpredictable world of greyhound racing.
Boylesports Christmas Oaks Odds
- 5 - Short Grip
- 6 - Grangeclare Lady
- 10 - Mustang Fever, Is She There, Deelish Nora
- 12 - Drive On Beauty, Pennys Cailin, Lets Go Bubbles
- 14 - Arent We All, Silverhill Freya
- 16 - Westway Rossa, Youandme Babe, Drombeg Pearl, Hawkfield Abbie, Ardera Freya, Velvet Duchess
- 20 - Highview Katy, Now Were Talkin, Highview Mia
- 25 - Glenbervie Pooka, Fashion Model, Coolavanny Ogie, Clonfert Annie
- 33 - Rathdaniel Ruth, Blacknose Erin, Mustang Sally
- 50 - Beretta Brandi, Rich Pursuit
- 66 - Rallying Girl
- 100 - Kilcolgan Witney
The race is shaping up to be an electrifying showdown, with seasoned favourites and rising stars battling for glory. Whether you’re backing the favourites or eyeing a longshot, the Bernard Barry Christmas Oaks promises thrilling action on every turn.