16 May 2008

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It's with great sadness that I bring the news to you of the closure of Walthamstow greyhound racetrack in August. I've been to the 'Stow a few times before and it was a good night out - comfortable viewing, great banter and pretty local to most of south-east England. But if a business is losing money, as the north London racetrack was, there is only one inevitability - closure. The land the track is on will probably be converted to housing and I feel this may be a signal for things to come in the greyhound racing world. Crowds are dwindling and the dogs simply aren't reliable enough betting fodder for punters. Don't be surprised if a few more tracks announce closure in months to come.

On another matter, the 'Tote Flat Ten to Follow 2008' deadline is fast approaching and I've picked out a few that might be worth putting faith in:
RAVENS PASS - disappointed many in the Craven but now he is dropped back to sprinting he should be victorious.
NEW APPROACH - he may have been beaten in the guineas but he is still a machine nonetheless.
RAMONTI - come Royal Ascot he will hose up and collect you some points.
YEATS - doesn't run much but when he does, he wins.
PEEPING FAWN - as tough as old boots and is a sure thing in the fillies' races. Expect a lot of points from her.
SEPTIMUS - might have to play second fiddle to Yeats but if the big guy lets people down then expect Septimus to take his place.
SAKHEES SECRET - improved extraordinarily last season and will no doubt be the top sprinter this one.
RED ROCKS - goes for all the big races and is always thereabouts. He'll keep a steady supply of points coming in.
FAT BOY - won't win big races but will keep winning the ones that count.
WINKER WATSON - unbeatable last season and will be this one aswell.

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