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The Grand Prix

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The Grand Prix was a classic greyhound competition held at Walthamstow.

It was first run in 1945 and in 1971 it was granted classic status. The race came to an end following the closure of Walthamstow in 2008. The race is not to be confused with the William Hill Grand Prix held at Sunderland.

Venue & Distances

  • 1945–1958 (Walthamstow 525 yards)
  • 1960–1963 (Walthamstow 500 yards)
  • 1966–1974 (Walthamstow 600 yards)
  • 1976–2007 (Walthamstow 640 metres)

    • References

    The Grand Prix Wikipedia
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