Jason Thompson

Explicit 2024 Ballarat Cup

Explicit’s comeback delayed after Sandown scratching

Explicit, the dual Group 1 winner, has been withdrawn from his Sandown Park return, leaving fans waiting to see if he makes a racing comeback.
Explicit wins The Phoenix

Phoenix champion Explicit returns to racing this Thursday

Greyhound star Explicit returns to racing at Sandown Park this Thursday after a post-retirement trial impressed trainer Jason Thompson.
Tim Zoo Australian Cup Semi Final 3

Tim Zoo confirmed for TABtouch in $600k Sandgroper slot race

TABtouch has selected Tim Zoo for the 2025 Sandgroper at Cannington, with the Group 1 star now a $6 chance for Western Australia’s richest greyhound...
Flying Zulu wins Horsham Cup

Flying Zulu edges Amron Tiger to win Group 2 Horsham Cup

Flying Zulu wins the 2025 Group 2 Horsham Cup, clocking 26.93 to secure a thrilling victory for Team Thompson. Read the full race recap here.
Tim Zoo Australian Cup Semi Final 3

Horsham Cup betting shaken as Tim Zoo withdrawn from final

Tim Zoo has been scratched from the Horsham Cup Final due to injury, following Hotel Whiskey One’s withdrawal, leaving the race wide open.
Paw Utility wins heat 3 of the Horsham Cup heats.

Horsham Cup heats review: Paw Utility’s 26.85 steals the show

Horsham Cup heats delivered upsets & fast times! Paw Utility dominates, Zipping Kai stuns, & Tim Zoo faces a tough final draw. Full recap &...
Australian Cup greyhound tips

Australian Cup runner-by-runner greyhound tips & preview | 22/2

After three long weeks, the Australian Cup final is set for race 10 at The Meadows on Saturday, February 22. See our runner-by-runner preview and...
Barefoot Zulu Ipswich 520m Track Record

Second track record! Barefoot Zulu dominates Ipswich 520m record

Barefoot Zulu proved his class at Ipswich, breaking the 520m track record with a scorching 29.81 for trainer John Thompson.
Mepunga Tully wins Australian Cup heat 2

Mepunga Tully, Deadly Avenger shine in Australian Cup Heats

Mepunga Tully was the standout in the Australian Cup heats, running 29.58. Check out all heat winners, race replays & who advanced to the semifinals.
Tim Zoo wins The Group 1 Temlee for Jason Thompson

Team Thompson lands Group 1 Temlee trifecta with Tim Zoo

Tim Zoo snatches victory in the 2025 Temlee at The Meadows, securing a remarkable trifecta for Jason Thompson. See race replay & results.
Temlee greyhound racing tips & preview

The Temlee runner-by-runner greyhound preview & tips | 8/2/25

Betting preview for the 2025 Temlee at The Meadows. Free greyhound tips, race insights & bookmaker odds for this Group 1 feature on Saturday, February...
Flying Zulu wins the Australia Day Sprint

Flying Zulu’s stunning 28.84 run secures Australia Day Sprint

Jason Thompson’s Flying Zulu dominated the Australia Day Sprint at Sandown, winning in 28.84 seconds—the third-fastest time ever recorded over 515m at Sandown.
Warragul Cup betting preview

Warragul Cup greyhound betting, best bets & selections | 10/1/25

The Group 2 Warragul Cup will be the headliner at the Warragul races on Friday, January 10. See the Cup betting preview, racing tips &...
Explicit wins The Phoenix

Emotional farewell as Explicit claims The Phoenix for Thompson

Explicit stormed to a dominant victory in The Phoenix, capping off a legendary career with a stunning win for Jason Thompson’s kennel.
Tim Zoo wins The Phoenix Challenger Match Race

Tim Zoo claims bragging rights in Phoenix Challenger Match Race

Tim Zoo surged late to edge kennelmate Field Day in The Phoenix Challenger Match Race, clocking 29.62 seconds in a thrilling 525m showdown.
The Phoenix greyhound betting tips

The Phoenix runner-by-runner greyhound tips | The Meadows, 21/12

The 2024 running of The Phoenix is set for race 10 on Saturday, December 21. See the top greyhound selections, betting preview and tips for...
Melbourne Cup turnover for 2024 almost breaks high

Melbourne Cup turnover just shy of record, but signs positive

The Melbourne Cup has been declared a stunning success, with the Sandown feature recording the third highest turnover ever of any victorian greyhound racing. Wagering...
Tim Zoo wins the Sir John Dillon Memorial

Tim Zoo back to winning form with Group 3 John Dillon Memorial

Tim Zoo wins Group 3 Sir John Dillon Memorial at Sandown Park, clocking 33.67 over 595m. A dominant 8-length victory showcases his middle-distance brilliance.
Explicit wins the 2024 Melbourne Cup at Sandown

Explicit wins the Group 1 Melbourne Cup for team Thompson

Explicit wins the 2024 Melbourne Cup at Sandown Park in 29.29 seconds on November 30, earning $500,000 and sealing his legacy as a Group 1...
Excavation wins Topgun

Excavation dominates Group 1 Topgun for Jason Thompson

Jason Thompson's Excavation won the Group 1 Topgun at The Meadows, delivering an impressive 8-length win that has Phoenix slot holders vying for his services.

Topgun fields unveiled: Explicit earns favouritism

The 2024 Group 1 Topgun and Group 1 Topgun Stayers fields have been announced. From the initial list of 36 invitees for the Topgun and...
Flying Zulu Wins Brisbane Cup

Flying Zulu secures historic win in Brisbane Cup

Jason Thompson's Flying Zulu has captured the $1 million Brisbane Cup, becoming the first trainer to win the race six times.
Excavation favourite in the Brisbane Cup Final

Excavation opens as favourite for Brisbane Cup Final for Thompson

Tony Brett and Jason Thompson dominated the Brisbane Cup heats with Excavation, Zipping Megatron, Lakeview Emily, Explicit and Flying Zulu to represent the duo.
Explicit 2024 Ballarat Cup

Explicit claims 2024 Ballarat Cup with commanding victory

Explicit, the 2024 Shepparton Cup champion, added his second “country cup” title for the year on Friday night, May 31, when he comprehensively won the...
Big Energy

Victorian greyhounds shine at Sandown ahead of The Sandgroper

Big Energy and Explicit dazzle at Sandown Park, showcasing their prowess before heading to the $600,000 The Sandgroper in Western Australia. Get the latest on...