Bockos Diamond wins 2024 BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby at Shelbourne Park

Bockos Diamond won the 2024 BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby at Shelbourne Park, taking home a €125,000 prize. Trained by Graham Holland, he finished ahead of kennelmate Cheap Sandwiches in a time of 29.25 seconds. The derby attracted thousands of fans to the newly refurbished stadium. The Winter Racing Festival is set for December 6-7, featuring races with significant prize money, following the derby's rescheduling to November. David Byrne, a new trainer, is making his mark with Untold Rufiyaa, a favorite in the IGOBF National Puppy 525 competition. The semi-finals are scheduled for this evening, showcasing promising young greyhounds.