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Test (greyhound competition)

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Overview

The Test was a feature greyhound competition inaugurated at Walthamstow in 1941. The race was originally raced over a stayers distance before increasing to a marathon distance. It reverted to its original distance in 1979. The race came to an end following the closure of Walthamstow in 2008. Winners included the legendary Ballyregan Bob.

Venue and distances

*1945–1968 (Walthamstow 700 yards) *1969–1974 (Walthamstow 880 yards) *1975–1977 (Walthamstow 820 metres) *1976 & 1978 (Not run) *1979–2008 (Walthamstow 640 metres) Discontinued

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