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Portsmouth Greyhound Stadium

Situated in Tipner, England, Portsmouth Greyhound Stadium attracts a huge following. The young and trendy set rubs shoulders with traditional greyhound racing purists, giving the stadium a distinct feel.

Even though the stadium is the smallest of the six tracks owned by the Greyhound Racing Association (GRA), its unique facilities layout gives an outstanding view of the track. The GRA is the biggest greyhound-track operator in England.

The stadium opened in 1931 and is known as the track where legendary trainer George Curtis showcased his skills.

Stadium Capacity: 1,200

Stadium Data
  • Circumference: 354 meters
  • Distances Raced: 438, 610, 792 and 964 meters
  • Run to First Bend: 90 meters (for 438m races), 95 meters (for 610m races)
Stadium Records
  • 256m: Lissadel Tiger - 15.55 sec (11/09/89)
  • 438m: Beavers Dip - 26.37 sec. (07/16/88)
  • 610m: Firmount Flapjack - 38.14 sec. (13/10/00)
  • 792m: My Texette - 50.52 sec. (07/28/93)
  • 964m: Wheres Dunait - 62.94 sec. (07/28/93)
Major Greyhound Racing Events
  • Golden Muzzle

Getting to Portsmouth Greyhound Stadium
Portsmouth Greyhound Stadium is located at Target Road, Tipner in Portsmouth, England.


GREYHOUND BETTING TIPS
There are four main considerations in betting on greyhound racing. These are: class, current form, early speed, and trap draw.
GREYHOUND RACING TRIVIA
An average greyhound normally weighs between 65 to 75 pounds. The greyhound is the fastest breed of dog. It can reach a top speed of 45 miles per hour and can average more than 30 miles per hour for distances up to one mile.
GREYHOUND RACING FAQs
Why do greyhounds wear muzzles?
Greyhounds wear muzzles while racing to protect the them from injury. The muzzles prevent them from fighting during the race. Muzzles also help in identifying the winner of close photo-finish races.