Respected Perry Barr racing manager Martin Seal updates us on the forthcoming ‘Judgement Night’ at his home venue –
Perry Barr view from first bend to grandstand
Perry Barr 6th November 2012
Pic Steve Nash
With the Premier Greyhound Racing Judgement Night fast approaching, preparations are well under way, and quite a few ‘heavyweights’ took the opportunity to limber up in trials before racing last night at Perry Barr. Track record holder and Winter Derby winner Coolavanny Shado stretched his legs in a solo, stopping the clock in 28.43 (-20), and clearly is right at home here. Multiple competition winner Fabulous Azurra continues her return from seasonal rest, and made every yard in her trial, recording a more than satisfactory 28.63 (-20). Romford specialist Hawkfield Mia was making her first visit to Perry Barr, and showed an immediate affinity for the place when flashing from traps and steering a middle/middle to wide course in 16.10 (-10). Steady rain had been falling throughout the trial session, and this was an excellent first look in the circumstances.
Matt Dartnall was quick off the mark to give a few of his charges a sighter in early March, and Barley Panther (28.45, -20), Droopys Ambush (28.42, -20) and Outdoor Ice (16.28, -10) all looked in tip top shape for the Staines handler.
Kevin Hutton, John Mullins and Richard Rees are visitors this coming Saturday evening, with defending champ Mark Wallis booked in for Thursday 30th.
