Newton Abbot Racecourse Goes To The Dogs At Hall Green

May 20, 2010 - PRLog -- Newton Abbot Racecourse have announced their sponsorship of the Gymcrack Puppy Championship, at Birmingham’s Hall Green Greyhound Stadium.

Newton Abbot have become the first horse racecourse to sponsor the classic puppy championship following the last minute withdrawal from long-term sponsor Skybet.

The Gymcrack heats are due to take place next Wednesday and, alongside the semi-finals, will be shown in betting shops around the country. The Gymcrack finals will take place on June 8th and will be televised on Sky Sports.

Stephen Rea, General Manager at Hall Green said: “This is a real first for our sport as it is the first time that a horse racecourse has sponsored one of our top races. The Gymcrack has long been seen as the top juvenile race in mid-summer and usually throws up the following year’s Greyhound Derby favourite.”

Pat Masterson, Managing Director at Newton Abbot Racecourse commented: “We’re delighted to announce our new sponsorship deal with Hall Green. There is a natural fit between horseracing and greyhound racing which we hope to maximise through this sponsorship.

“The Hall Green Stadium is well placed for the Midlands holiday makers who travel to the West Country in the summer months so we are hoping our sponsorship will drive awareness of the Newton Abbot Racecourse brand in this key region and drive footfall at our summer racing fixtures.”

The Gymcrack is a Category 2 puppy race (dogs born after July 2008) with a winnings pot of £6,000, with the final on June 8th.

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