Greyhound Racing To End In Coventry

Last updated : 21 February 2014 By Covsupport news Service

Greyhound racing at Brandon Stadium ends tonight.

The racing is coming to an end due to the stadium being sold and no assurances that an extension to the current lease will be given.

Brandium Stadium general manager Bob Webb said to The Racing Post: "I was hoping to speak to the trainers over the weekend first, but these things have a habit of getting out.

"We have been told that Coventry Stadium is to be sold and believe that developers are involved in the purchase. Our lease expires in about two and a half years and although Mr Sandhu, our landlord, has done all he can to support us, we have no assurances that we can obtain an extension of that lease.

"Our strategy has always been to develop a strong betting product for sale to media, but with no long term guarantees we have little prospect of signing any contracts, and can therefore no longer support the significant financial losses.

"Reluctantly, therefore, we will be closing the greyhound operation after the meeting on Saturday night. I'd like to thank all trainers and staff who have supported us over the past two years, particularly Harry who has worked tirelessly to promote our business at his own personal expense."

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