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Sunderland Greyhound Stadium

Sunderland Greyhound Stadium was named by the British Greyhound Racing Board (BRGB) as the Racecourse of the Year in 2001. The BRGB is England's greyhound racing governing body.

Stadium Capacity: 1,500 spectators

Stadium Data
  • Circumference: 378 meters
  • Distance Raced: 261, 450, 640 and 828 meters
  • Run to First Bend: 93m (for 450m races), 84m (for 640m races)
Stadium Records
  • 261m: Gold Buster - 15.60 sec. (02/10/96)
  • 450m: Harsu Super - 27.00 sec. (10/25/00)
  • 640m: Autumn Tiger - 38.97 sec. (10/22/95)
  • 828m: Doras Miller - 52.45 sec. (02/13/02)
Major Greyhound Racing Events
  • William Hill Puppy Derby
  • William Hill Gold Cup

Getting to Sunderland Greyhound Stadium
Sunderland Greyhound Stadium is located at Newcastle Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, 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.