1930 Irish Greyhound Derby

The 1930 National Derby took place during August and September with the final being held at Harold's Cross Stadium in Dublin on 5 September 1930.[1] It was the third edition of the event.[2] The race at this stage was considered unofficial because it had not been ratified by the Irish Coursing Club.[2]

1930 National Derby
VenueHarold's Cross Stadium
LocationDublin
End date5 September
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1931 →

The winner was Prince Fern, trained by J Harper.[3]

Final result

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At Harolds Cross, 5 September (over 525 yards):

Position Winner Breeding Trap SP Time Trainer
1st Prince Fern Green Fern - Run Around 2 4-1 30.13 James Harper
2nd Odd Minister Cheerful Charger - Carline 5 7-4jf 30.19 M Mullane
unplaced Whatever What's Next - Ballymore 3 7-4jf M Mullally
unplaced Special Law Lax Law - Handsome Hilda 4 5-1 J Stack
unplaced Hydrangea Cheerful Speed - Maire Cailin 1 4-1 John Harney
unplaced Black Raymond Ballymorriss - Miss Reble 6 14-1 Gallivan/MccCormack

Distances

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¾ (lengths)

See also

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1930 UK & Ireland Greyhound Racing Year

References

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  1. ^ Fortune, Michael. Irish Greyhound Derby 1932–1981. Victory Irish Promotions Ltd.
  2. ^ a b Fortune, Michael. The 75 Years History of the Irish Greyhound Derby. Irish Greyhound Review. ISSN 0332-3536.
  3. ^ Comyn, John. 50 Years of Greyhound Racing in Ireland. Aherlow Publishers Ltd.