Sporting Press Online Edition Irish Oaks

Cheer On Our Oaks Contenders

The 2025 Sporting Press Online Edition Irish Oaks is lighting up the track at Dublin’s Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium. First run in 1932, this prestigious event is the highlight of the Irish greyhound racing calendar for female greyhounds and it’s back with five thrilling nights of racing, culminating in a show-stopping final on Saturday 14th June.

From the roar of the crowd to the thundering chase for glory, experience the thrill, tradition and excitement of top-class racing at the award-winning, newly refurbished Shelbourne Park.

The Final will take place on Saturday 14th of June 2025.

Dates for the diary

1st Round Saturday 17th May
2nd Round Satruday 24th May
3rd Round Satruday 31st May
Semi-Final Saturday 7th June
Final Saturday 14th June

Sporting Press Irish Oaks First Round Winners

Be Part of the Action

There’s nothing like a night at the Oaks! Soak up the electric atmosphere, enjoy great food and drinks, and watch the stars of the sport go head-to-head under the lights.

Book now to secure your spot at one of the most exciting racing events of the year! Be part of the excitement and the action in the stand and join us on general admission or check out one of our great group offers. Check out our current Admission Offers. 

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Enjoy a delicious meal while you cheer home your favourite! Check out our current Restaurant Offers.

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Whether you’re bringing a group or planning a special night out, don’t miss your chance to experience Irish greyhound racing at its best.

Keep up to date with the latest Oaks News

Be sure to pick up a copy of the Sporting Press in store each Wednesday or online from 8pm on Tuesday night on www.SportingPress.ie for all the latest Oaks and Greyhound Racing News.

Don't forget you can also get the latest news right here on Talking Dogs. 

Or check out all the videos from past finals to all things Oaks here.

Sporting Press Online Edition Irish Oaks Draw

2nd Round Draw
Saturday 24th May 2025

Heat 1
Trap 1 – Drumshanbo Susie
Trap 2 – Goodnitekathleen
Trap 3 – Ballymac Riddle
Trap 4 – Unanimous Roxy
Trap 5 – Blackeyed Turbo (M)
Trap 6 – Crafty Bondi (W)

Heat 2
Trap 1 – Coolavanny Shona
Trap 2 – Ballymac Danica
Trap 3 – Omey Mist
Trap 4 – Kournikova
Trap 5 – Carrigmore Freya (M)
Trap 6 – A Lucky Julie (W) 

Heat 3
Trap 1 – Droopys Bundle
Trap 2 – Ballinabola Emma
Trap 3 – Satin Tango
Trap 4 – Clonmore Alice
Trap 5 – Bowadis Raven (M)
Trap 6 – Ballymac Marcia (W)

Heat 4
Trap 1 - Lemon Orla
Trap 2 – Sadies Lucy
Trap 3 – Marlhill Donnie
Trap 4 -  Coolavanny Ogie
Trap 5 -  Annadown Ellie (M)
Trap 6 – Ballymac Mint (W)

Heat 5
Trap 1 – Shebetheone
Trap 2 – Glory Lara
Trap 3 – Velvet Jenny
Trap 4 – Brockagh Justine
Trap 5 – Glengar Martha (M)
Trap 6 – Droopys Glamour (W)

Heat 6
Trap 1 – Hawfield Abbie
Trap 2 – Voyage Eala
Trap 3 -  Youandme Babe
Trap 4 – Mosey Lil (M)
Trap 5 – Kilwest Diva (M)
Trap 6 – Clonfert Annie (M)