Irish contender Group Skater wins Ladbrokes Golden Jacket at Crayford
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Group Skater's owner Daniel Greene is
presented with the Ladbrokes Golden Jacket trophy by David Evenett
MP.
After 36 years of waiting, an Irish greyhound has finally lifted
the Ladbrokes Golden Jacket trophy after an impressive performance
at Crayford on Saturday morning.
Group Skater, who set off as 2-1 favourite, won convincingly by
four and a quarter lengths to scoop the £15,000 winnings for owners
Daniel Greene, Mrs S Hennessy and trainer Paul Hennessy.
Crayford Marketing Manager, Diana Illingworth said: “It was a
great race and the morning crowd witnessed what proved to be
undoubtedly one of the most competitive and exciting races ever for
this prestigious trophy.”
Mr Greene, a retired minister, travelled from his home in
Florida to watch the race and said “I’ve had a wonderful time at
the Crayford Track and enjoyed their hospitality.
"Winning has just been the icing on the cake and I’m thrilled to
bits.”
Local MP David Evennett presented the trophy along with the
stadium's general manager, Barry Stanton.
Tuesday, March 02 2010
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