TIME FOR THE DUNDALK INTERNATIONAL
Ian Fortune
It was announced in recent days that Time Greyhound Nutrition have stepped into a sponsor the Dundalk International, one of the great invitation races in world greyhound racing.
As always, the invitation will be run on July 12th, which this year falls on a Wednesday, and the RPGTV cameras will be on site for the first time, bringing you all the action.
It’s a wonderful coup for both Dundalk and Time Greyhound Nutrition and it’s an alliance that will certainly work for both parties. Given some of the names that have already expressed interest in this year’s €20,000 to the winner contest, it promises to be one of the best Internationals in recent history.
Below is how it was announced with quotes from both John Fox of Time Greyhound Nutrition and Lisa O’Connor, Sales & Marketing Manager of Dundalk Stadium, as they both look forward to the day.
PRESS RELEASE
The Time Dundalk International is an invitation only race, with only the best greyhounds invited to run one of the richest one-off greyhound race in Ireland & the UK. With a total prize fund of €37,000, the winner will pocket a grand total of €20,000 whilst the runner-up will receive €6,000. €3,500 is on offer for third place and the remaining entrants get €2,500 each.
John Fox of Time Greyhound Nutrition said “Willie Rigney and I are delighted to be sponsoring the Dundalk International. Time is a new brand, and we want to reassure our customers that the products are the same as we previously sold, with just a different brand. Good nutrition is critical to maximise performance, as demonstrated by the success of Time fed dogs in recent classics. On behalf of Time, I want to wish all entrants for the Dundalk International the very best of luck”.
The Dundalk International Race has a long history, having first run the prestigious event in 1968 on the old Ramparts Track.
Traditionally held on the 12th of July, the Time Dundalk International will be the feature of the unique Dual Racing Day and Ladies Day.
Lisa O’Connor, Sales & Marketing Manager of Dundalk Stadium, said: “We are thrilled to have Time Greyhound Nutrition on board as our newest Dundalk International Sponsor. Both William & John who have developed the new brand of Greyhound Food, are well known on the Greyhound Racing scene and we are delighted to pair their fantastic brand with our prestigious race.”
The night’s greyhound racing will commence at approximately 7.30pm with the Time Dundalk International the ace of the card, which compromises of 12 races.
An afternoon of horse race begins on the day with first race going to post approximately 2pm with the Ladies Day competition also taking place, where one lucky lady walking away with a prize package to the value of €3,000 from The Fairways Hotel, 1111 Bang on Trend and The Gift & Art Gallery.
Wednesday 12th July will see children’s entertainment, live music from Vertigo, Irish Dancing display, jazz music and various food outlets. Bars will be open on all three floors with ample seating both inside and outside.
Hospitality packages & General Admission tickets are currently available now and are booking fast at www.dundalkstadium.com To book tickets, please contact Dundalk Stadium on +353 (42) 9334438 or email: bookings@dundalkstadium.com