Monmore Racing Manager Tony Williamson has asked for understanding after having to exclude the two dozen possible entries for the Premier Greyhound Racing Puppy Derby.

He said: “Apologies to the connections of all the puppies that where not accepted. With a entry of 60, some will inevitably be disappointed, but we did the acceptances in the fairest way. Could trainers also notethe kennelling time of 4.30pm, with a second kennel time 7pm for races eight onwards.”