Warragul Cup greyhound betting, best bets & selections | 10/1/25
The Group 2 Warragul Cup final at Logan Park on Friday night, January 10, 2025, is set to be a must-watch showdown over the 460-metre distance. With $40,000 awaiting the winner, this race could go any way with some top-class dogs set to compete in the final.
Flying Zulu has opened well and truly above odds at $6.50 with Neds, a proven Group 1 winner and one of the best greyhounds in the country when at his peak. With over $821,000 in prize money and ten wins from 13 provincial starts, his form at this level is outstanding. In his heat, Flying Zulu clocked a sharp 25.41, leading all the way to win by 2.5 lengths. Although he’s had mixed results in past Country Cups, his speed and class make him a formidable contender in this final. Starting from Box 4, his excellent early pace and proven track record position him as a top chance to secure victory at value.
Vincent Bale is a key contender in the Group 2 Warragul Cup final, bringing an impressive record of 16 wins and 10 placings from 39 starts, highlighted by his fastest heat time of 25.39 seconds. Trained by Samantha Grenfell, the Cranbourne Cup champion showcased his class in the heats with a commanding 3.5-length victory, displaying his strong finishing burst after jumping cleanly from Box 1. While not the fastest beginner, his ability to accelerate mid-race makes him a constant threat, and the favourable draw in Box 2 enhances his chances. With a 76% place strike rate and proven success in elite company, Vincent Bale is well-placed to challenge for the $47,000 winner’s prize if he finds clear running early and secures a bit of luck.
Zeus Thunderbolt has opened as the bookmaker favourite for the Group 2 Warragul Cup final, drawn in Box 1 to capitalise on his blistering early speed. Trained by Bradley Greenough, the son of Black Magic Opal has an exceptional record of nine wins from 15 starts, including three over the Warragul 460m trip with a personal best of 25.41. In his heat, he dominated from start to finish, clocking 25.41 after a sharp first split of 6.40, showcasing his ability to lead and control the race. This was his first start since recovering from an injury sustained in the Bendigo Cup final last October. With just one start from Box 1, resulting in a third-place finish and a tendency to run wide, there is concern about potential clashes with Vincent Bale or the fast-starting Pass The Buck in Box 3. A definite contender but looks to be better value elsewhere for the closely contested Warragul Cup.
Field Day enters the Group 2 Warragul Cup final as a strong contender, bringing a consistent record of 13 wins and 5 placings from 23 starts. Trained by Jason Thompson, Field Day clocked a solid 25.57 in his heat, showcasing his grit and determination by weaving through traffic to secure victory by a narrow margin. Unbeaten in three starts from Box 5, he has proven his ability to handle pressure and perform in competitive fields. While his mid-race acceleration is his strongest asset, Field Day will most likely look to follow Flying Zulu around and have a strong placing chance. Worth having in your exotics as he has proved to be a talented two-year-old.
Warragul Cup 2025 Selections & Betting Tips
The 2025 Warragul Cup is expected to be a very close inside race between Boxes 1 to 5, making it difficult to predict who will emerge victorious. The value of $6.50 with Picklebet for a proven Group 1 winner looks to be the value and where we will be leaning. A boxed first four could also prove to be very profitable between the five inside dogs.
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FLYING ZULU
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VINCENT BALE
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ZEUS THUNDERBOLT
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FIELD DAY
2025 Warragul Cup Best Bet – Warragul Race 8 – 09/1/25
Warragul Cup Best Bet
Race 8 – 
Flying Zulu (4)
Form: 21141 | Career: 40 23-5-2 | Trainer: Jason Thompson