Tim Zoo dominates Warragul Cup with knockout performance
Tim Zoo, named after boxer Tim Tszyu, put on an incredible show during the thrilling $83,000 Group 2 Warragul Cup final (460m) on Friday night, leaving his competitors far behind.
The +180 greyhound bookmaker sensation, under the guidance of Jason Thompson as his trainer, showcased speed and unwavering determination, breaking the race record with a time of 25.29 seconds, surpassing the previous record by a half-length.
2024 Warragul Cup Final (460m) – Tim Zoo (25.29)
Tim Zoo's victory was not only exceptional but also made history for Thompson. Thompson had previously reached the finals of the Warragul Cup 19 times without securing a win.
This triumph was also significant for Thompson's wife, Seona, since she had previously won this race in 2018 with Aston Dee Bee. With this triumph, Thompson has now achieved success in all country cup events on the Greyhound racing calendar at once.
Tim Zoo, born in October 2021 to Aussie Infrared and Double Supreme parents, continues to impress with his wins and an impressive overall record of 13 wins, three second-place finishes, and two third-place finishes out of 23 races.
In other highlights from the event, Drill Sergeant, who recently won the prestigious G1 Sale Cup, dominated in the $10,500 Distance Cup (680m) effortlessly securing a commanding victory by an impressive margin of 6.6 lengths with a time of 38.80 seconds.
Warragul: 2024 Distance Cup (680m) – Drill Sergeant (38.80)
Out of a total of 37 races, the Shane Drummond-trained greyhound has now won nine, finished second 10 times, and placed third six times.
Its earnings from prize money have reached $173,553.
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