Preparations in full swing for Plunge Select Stakes race
Droopys Plunge, the 2025 English Greyhound Derby champion, is set to compete in the prestigious Select Stakes at Nottingham on August 25, 2025. This invitational race, chosen by the Greyhound Writers’ Association, is one of the most significant upcoming events in the greyhound racing calendar.
Droopys Plunge, who is considered the home team's main hope to regain the trophy after recent Irish successes, has been in the spotlight for top-class competitions this season. The dog's win in the Derby has indicated strong prospects for continued success in high-profile races throughout 2025.
However, details about specific races beyond the Select Stakes are not currently highlighted in the search results. Droopys Plunge is nominated for the £12,500 Arc Select Stakes at Colwick Park on August 25.
The multiple big-race champion has already won 4 Category One titles and was last seen winning the Coral Sussex Cup at Hove. The first-round heats for the Irish Classic take place on August 22 and 23.
Other notable greyhounds preparing for upcoming races include Bockos Diamond, who is the current betting favorite for the Irish Classic at 4-1. Patrick Janssens plans to bring Slick Sentinel, Romeo Tomcat, Romeo Steel, and possibly Fabulous Heka for trials next week for the Arc Select Stakes. Jason Gray's stayer Loxleys Forest posted a time of 29.22sec in a trial at Nottingham and is a possibility for the Arc Select Stayers. Sean Parker's greyhound Droopys Flare recorded 29.43sec in a trial at Nottingham and is also a possibility for the Arc Select Stayers. Craig Morris's greyhound Chelms Bear trialled well over 500m at Nottingham with a time of 29.25sec and is nominated for the Arc Select Stakes.
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Proper Heiress, currently at 25-1 for success in the Irish Classic, is booked for a trial over 550yds at Shelbourne Park before racing on Saturday, preparing for the €125,000 BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby.
As the racing season heats up, keep an eye on these top greyhounds and their performances in the upcoming races.
