$50,000 up for grabs in "The People's Pup" search
GRNSW is asking the public to decide which greyhound will be crowned “The People’s Pup” and represent NSW in The Phoenix at The Meadows in December.
Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) is asking you, the public, to decide which greyhound will be crowned "The People's Pup" and represent NSW in the inaugural The Phoenix at The Meadows on December 18.
And with up to $50,000 up for grabs for one lucky competition winner, there's plenty of reason to cast your vote and play your part in choosing which greyhound clinches a spot in the lucrative $1.145m greyhound showpiece.
Entering is simple.
Read through the list of 10 possible greyhounds below, fill out the entry form and choose the one greyhound that you believe should represent NSW in The Phoenix. The greyhound with the most votes will be entered.
All competition entrants will then go into the running for a share of the prize money. If the GRNSW greyhound wins The Phoenix, you will take home $50,000 cash.
On top of the cash prizes on offer, the competition winner and a guest will be flown to Melbourne, with transfers and two nights' accommodation. They will then attend a VIP function trackside at The Meadows on December 18 to cheer on "The People's Pup" in the inaugural The Phoenix.
Voting closes on November 27 with the winner announced on November 29.
THE GRNSW PHOENIX TOP 10
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WOW
Trainer: Danielle Matic Owner: Danielle Matic
44 starts: 26 wins, 11 seconds, 1 third Prize money: $328,875
Qualification: Winner Group 2 Goulburn Cup
Group 1 winner that breaks track records for fun, Wow is exactly that on the racetrack. Owned and trained on the south coast by Danielle Matic, Wow won the Group 1 Temlee at The Meadows earlier this year, the venue of next month's The Phoenix.
BANDIT NED
Trainer: Jodie Lord Owner: Punters HQ Syndicate
19 starts: 15 wins, 1 second, 2 thirds Prize money: $180,410
Qualification: Winner Group 1 Vic Peters Classic
Booked his place in this esteemed line-up with victory in the Group 1 Vic Peters Classic at Wentworth Park last month. Missed a place just once in a 19 start career that's established him as one of the true up-and-coming stars of the sport.
ZIPPING KYRGIOS
Trainer: John Finn Owner: Martin Hallinan
42 starts: 21 wins, 9 seconds, 5 thirds Prize money: $186,030
Qualification: Winner Group 2 Black Top
Armed with a powerful finish, Zipping Kyrgios has been serving aces left, right and centre in recent months. Winner of the Group 2 Black Top in near track record fashion, Zipping Kyrgios boasts a winning strike-rate of 50 per cent and is a proven big race performer.
CASH VIEW
Trainer: Robert Cooke Owner: Robert Cooke
28 starts: 11 wins, 7 seconds, 0 thirds Prize money: $89,170
Qualification: Winner Group 2 Lismore Cup
Trained in the Northern Rivers of NSW, Cash View is as exciting as he is talented. Won his way through to this select field with a last stride Lismore Cup triumph last month. Yet to be tested on the big stage but can unleash a booming finish and is an exciting prospect on the up.
LIGHT AND LILY
Trainer: Jordan Tweddle Owner: Cop That Staf Syndicate
51 starts: 12 wins, 9 seconds, 10 thirds Prize money: $117,140
Qualification: Winner Group 1 Peter Mosman Opal
Landed one of the upsets of the year when annexing the Group 1 Peter Mosman Opal at Wentworth Park last month. Very consistent chaser as her record suggests that rarely lets you down.
FIRE LEGEND
Trainer: Mark Moroney Owner: Mark Moroney
83 starts: 33 wins, 17 seconds, 10 thirds Prize money: $183,185
Qualification: Chosen by select panel
When you think warhorse you think Fire Legend. Been a grand campaigner for central coast owner-trainer Mark Moroney, amassing a spectacular record during his 83 start career. Honest as the day is long and always gives his all. What else can you ask for?
GOOD ODDS CASH
Trainer: Tracey Hurst Owner: Tracey Hurst
29 starts: 17 wins, 3 seconds, 3 thirds Prize money: $75,840
Qualification: Chosen by select panel
Been a sharp rise for this hugely talented girl which hasn't been out of the money at her past 12 starts. Capable of running near track record times, Good Odds Cash is bred in the purple and is forging a racing career which is living right up to it. Talent with a capital T!
JUNGLE DEUCE
Trainer: Jack Smith Owner: Mawson Jaggers Syndicate
31 starts: 17 wins, 5 seconds, 4 thirds Prize money: $235,430
Qualification: Chosen by select panel
One of the state's most talented sprinters. Already a two-time group race winner and has recorded some amazing performances including a flying 29.31 at Wentworth Park. Trained at Forbes by Jack Smith (of Feral Franky fame) and is rapidly establishing a resume to rival his former kennel star.
LOUIS RUMBLE
Trainer: Steve Kavanagh Owner: Steve Kavanagh
39 starts: 21 wins, 9 seconds, 2 thirds Prize money: $173,245
Qualification: Chosen by select panel
Blessed with dazzling early speed, Louis Rumble landed the biggest win of his career recently in the Group 2 Ipswich Cup. Has contested some big races during his 39 start career proving he can mix it with the best of them. A greyhound at the top of his game.
SOUND OF SILENCE
Trainer: Frank Hurst Owner: Neville Morgan
49 starts: 20 wins, 14 second, 5 thirds Prize money: $105,735
Qualification: Chosen by select panel
In 50 career starts has established himself as talented as he is versatile. Seems to get the job done irrespective of the distance and is in the hands of trainer Frank Hurst who of course won the Million Dollar Chase with Good Odds Harada. Just continues to raise the bar.
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