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Barry previews the 2026 BAR 1 Betting Irish Greyhound Laurels Final with the six trainers. Karol Ramsbottom chats about Slick Sanctuary hoping to continue on from a lucky weekend in Kilkenny and carry that luck into this weekend’s Final! Local representative Andy Lynch, who has Sure Exile in the Final, reflects on his family’s success in the past with the famous Knockrour winners and is hoping for more this weekend. Trainer Ian Reilly gives us his thoughts on Droopys Unreal, one of the standout performers in the opening rounds. Trainer Liam Dowling is doubly represented with track record holder and a competition favourite throughout, Ballymac Setanta, and Ballymac Kamala who has had several strong runs throughout the Laurels. Finally last years Laurels winning trainer Patrick Guilfoyle, reflects on one of the greatest & quickest Laurels Finals with Magical On Fire and looks forward to another Final with Magical Jet, who qualified from the re-run on Tuesday. Have a listen now! #IrishGreyhoundLaurels #GoGreyhoundRacing #ThisRunsDeep

Barry Drake chats to trainer Barry Clancy following Droopys Crispy's brilliant victory in the €10,000 Paddy Merriman Memorial Final at Shelbourne Park. Barry reflects on his journey in greyhound racing, discusses the exciting team currently in his kennel, and looks ahead to Saturday's BAR 1 Betting Irish Laurels Semi-Finals with both Droopys Monk and Droopys Porter. Barry also catches up with Kieran Burke of BAR 1 Betting to preview all three Irish Laurels Semi-Finals and look ahead to what promises to be a thrilling night at Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium. Have a listen now!

One of luckiest men in Greyhound Racing, Graham Box, joins Barry this week to reflect on another BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby win. Graham and the Jolly Good Company Syndicate are still celebrating their win with Bocko's Gold in Shelbourne Park. Barry chats about the family and their history in the sport with Graham, while also reflecting on Bockos Golds journey from his performance in the Con & Annie Kirby Memorial in Limerick through to Derby glory. The pair also discuss the retirement of champion Bockos Diamond before looking ahead to the future with hopes for the Irish St. Leger in Limerick and the English Derby. Have a listen now!

Our 250th episode of the podcast is a pretty special one as Barry Drake is joined by the 5 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby Final trainers. Laurence Jones (Sleight of Hand), Michael O'Donovan (Bouncing Monarch & Hackney Dancer), Patrick Guilfoyle (Wi Can James), Graham Holland (Bockos Gold) and Peter Cronin (Im Here) are all busily preparing for the Final and we're delighted that they could take the time to chat to us about their contenders. No other words needed, just sit back and listen as the 5 talented trainers look forward to one of the biggest nights of their lives.

Barry looks ahead to the Quarter Finals of the 2026 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby with two trainers still dreaming of outright Derby glory at Shelbourne Park. Peter Cronin chats about Im Here, reflecting on his impressive TIME Greyhound Nutrition Puppy Derby success and assessing his chances as he prepares for a crucial Quarter Final assignment on Saturday night. Barry also catches up with Mark Robinson, who previews the prospects of both Getup The Boy and Uncle Keith as they bid to secure Semi-Final places in the Derby. Have a listen now!

Barry Drake looks ahead to the BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby 3rd Round with three trainers in the hunt for outright glory at Shelbourne Park. Paul Hennessy discusses the withdrawal of English Greyhound Derby champion Lennies Eddie and previews the chances of Priceless Romeo, Coloursaregreen and Lennies Dynamic on Saturday night. Shaun Conway reflects on Harvard Square's impressive rise, from Shelbourne Maiden Derby success to becoming one of the standout performers in this year's Derby. Karol Ramsbottom also joins the podcast to assess the prospects of Sober Barry and Kapuka Coley as both aim to secure places in the Quarter Finals. Barry also catches up with Colm Fitzgerald after Tiermana Dream's brilliant victory in the €20,000 BAR 1 Betting Irish Sprint Cup Final at Dundalk Stadium. Have a listen now!

Andrew Yates is living the Derby dream right now, as he prepares to cheer on Roarin Ogara, his first greyhound, in the opening round of the 2026 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby at Shelbourne Park. Andrew chats to Barry about his journey into greyhound ownership, the passion he has developed for the sport, and how he came to own such a promising greyhound. Have a listen now!​‌

Barry Drake chats to Mikey Cronin following Im Here success in the €25,000 to the winner 2026 TIME Greyhound Nutrition Puppy Derby Final at Shelbourne Park. Mikey discusses the rise of the exciting young greyhound, the impact owner Aidan Comerford has had on the kennel, and why Im Here could develop into a leading contender for the upcoming BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby. Barry also catches up with Eddie Keating ahead of a special night at Kilcohan Park on Saturday 1st August. Eddie outlines the plans for the Waterford Gala Memorial Night, which will honour past owners and supporters of the sport. Have a listen now!

Barry chats to Dean Harpur following Ballycowen Frank's sensational success in the 2026 TIME Dundalk International Open 550 at Dundalk Stadium. He discusses Ballycowen Frank's journey from promising youngster to elite performer, the role trainer Michael O'Donovan has played in his development, and looks ahead to the upcoming BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby. Have a listen now!​‌

Barry Drake chats to Donogh McLean following Kerryroad Al's brilliant success in the 2026 TIME Club Derby Final at Limerick Greyhound Stadium. Donogh reflects on the family's connection to greyhound racing, the journey through the competition, and what it meant to land the €20,000 first prize with the talented son of Head Bound. He also discusses some of the standout performers associated with the McLean kennel over the years and looks ahead to what the future may hold for Kerryroad Al. Have a listen now!

Barry chats to young Clare trainer Colm Fitzgerald following a memorable night in Limerick as Tiermana Dream landed the West Limerick Treaty Cup. Colm reflects on recent success, the family effort in the kennels, and looks ahead to Dundalk's Irish Sprint Cup. Barry also catches up with William Rigney of Time Greyhound Nutrition to preview Saturday night’s Time Club Derby Final in Limerick, boasting an impressive €20,000 winner’s prize. Have a listen now!

Barry Drake chats to William Rigney of Time Greyhound Nutrition ahead of Saturday night’s Semi-Finals of the 2026 Time Club Derby at Limerick Greyhound Stadium. William reflects on another successful renewal of the innovative competition, which gives graded greyhounds and their connections the opportunity to compete for a €20,000 winner’s prize. He discusses the concept behind the event, the strong level of competition throughout the stake, and looks ahead to two highly competitive Semi-Finals. Barry and William also discuss the upcoming Time Greyhound Nutrition Juvenile Derby at Shelbourne Park and look ahead to the prestigious Time Greyhound Nutrition International at Dundalk Stadium later this year. Have a listen now!

English Greyhound Derby winning trainer Paul Hennessy joins Barry to chat about his big win with Lennies Eddie at Towcester on Saturday night. Paul reflects on another memorable Derby triumph, discussing the performances of both Lennies Eddie and Lennies Tank throughout the competition, and the key moments that shaped the Final. He also looks ahead to upcoming plans for his Derby winner, including potential targets back in Ireland. Barry and Paul also preview Saturday night’s Sporting Press Online Edition Irish Oaks Final at Shelbourne Park, where Lennies Ash will represent the kennel. Have a listen now!

Barry Drake chats to Denis Murphy ahead of Friday night’s Callaway Pro Am At Stud Race of Champions Semi-Finals at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium. Denis discusses sponsoring the feature event and the incredible line-up assembled for the competition. Barry and Denis also look ahead to Saturday night’s Denis Linehan Solicitors Open Unraced 525 Semi-Finals at Curraheen Park, where Callaway Ryder will again be in action. Have a listen now!

Barry talks to Tom Kinane, racing manager at Kilkenny Greyhound Stadium. Tom discusses the official opening of the new stand as well as a cafe area for this Friday night along with the racing action. It is sure to be a busy affair with a fundraiser scheduled for the night as well as some special visitors including minister for agriculture, Martin Heydon. Barry also speaks to Pat Morrissey of Clonmel Greyhound Stadium ahead of Sunday nights, €20,000 to the winner National Produce Stakes Final and the continuous improvements made to Clonmel's stadium over the last few months