Unleash Collinda retires from racing, embraces stud career
Unleash Collinda, a superstar of greyhound racing, has officially decided to retire from the sport and begin a chapter, as a stud dog.
Stephanie Tyler, the owner made this announcement after an unfortunate injury occurred during a race at Healesville on Sunday. Unleash Collinda, born to Beast Unleashed and Audacious Bell, had a career with 73 races under his belt.
He achieved a record of 43 victories, 19 placings while earning a remarkable $333,000.
His talent and consistent performance made him a tough competitor on the tracks.
With the torn back muscle set to take upwards of 6 months, Stephanie Tyler and the team decided that Unleash Collinda has already done what he needs and deserves to enjoy a nice retirement.
Throughout his racing career Unleash Collinda demonstrated abilities by setting two track records at Healesville and winning the Group 2 Traralgon Cup just three starts before sustaining his injury.
2024 Traralgon Cup Race Replay – Unleash Collinda (1st)
Unleash Collindas record, in feature races is truly impressive.
He won the Group 3 National Straight Track Championship at Healesville, achieved second place finishes in various other Group 2 events, such as the Shepparton Cup, Ballarat Cup and Healesville Cup.
Unleash Collinda also showcased his talent by making it to the finals of prestigious competitions like the Healesville Cup, Bendigo Cup, Capalaba Cup and Pink Diamond Champion Sprinter.
These accomplishments firmly established him as one of the top greyhounds in the sport. Although his racing career had an ending Unleash Collindas legacy will continue as he takes on a role as a stud dog.
Stephanie Tyler expressed confidence that broodbitch owners will warmly welcome Unleash Collinda due to his bloodline and impressive achievements.
Mick Stringer, who looked after Unleash Collinda during the Hobart 1000 series has already secured a straw for one of his dogs highlighting the demand for Unleash Collindas genetics.
With a stud fee set at $1650 Unleash Collinda is positioned to have an impact on the future of racing.
While its unfortunate that Unleash Collinda's racing career ended abruptly his resilience and determination were evident, in his moments.
Despite the seriousness of his injury he somehow walked away, from the Healesville track on Sunday making it seem like he was not badly hurt. However a thorough examination on Monday uncovered the severity of his injury, which led to the decision for him to retire.
The upcoming litter of puppies from Unleash Collinda will be fathered by the group 1 champion Collinda Patty further solidifying his reputation, in the world of greyhound racing.