THE Vic Peters Classic is a Group 1 greyhound race which is held over 520m at Wentworth Park.
It is a three-week series, consisting of heats, semi-finals and a final, with winning connections pocketing a lucrative $75,000.
It is an age-restricted series which is open to the best 80 greyhounds whelped on or after July 1 – two years prior to the commencement of the heats – meaning only dogs aged 27 months or younger are eligible to compete.
The most recent edition of the Vic Peters Classic was won by Michelle Sultana with her talented greyhound Rinsed The Lot in 2024.
The Vic Peters Classic odds are currently available at many of the top Australian greyhound betting sites, with these markets generally available a little closer to the race jumping.
The 2025 Vic Peters Classic field will be announced after the heats are run. ARG will update this page with the Vic Peters Classic field when it is available.
Because it is a group 1 series, only the best greyhounds line up to contest the heats of the Vic Peters.
Naturally, with lots of talent on display, there is always plenty of betting interest on each round of the series, with many leading online bookmakers offering fixed odds prices over the three-week period.
Additionally, some even offer all-in markets which are odds for the winner of the final prior to the heats (and then semi-finals) being run.
These markets are always highly sought after because there is often plenty of value to be found – such as the 2017 winner Crash Bandicoot which was paying over $40 with some bookies to take out the decider before the heats were run and won.
The Vic Peters Memorial Classic is the oldest feature race on the NSW Greyhound Breeders, Owners and Trainers Association calendar. It was first run in 1951 when known as the annual classic when it was won by Sharid (Young Sign x Julep Jul ’49) for owners Sylvia Gawne and Stan Cleverly – a champion trainer who had also put the polish on former greats Milimsimbi, Benjamin John and Bunyip Bint.
The race was re-named the Vic Peters Memorial Classic in 1962 when won by one of the greatest dogs NSW has produced – Black Top (Top Linen x Classy Jane Feb ’61) which set a race record, track record and world record for 500 yards when victorious in 26.40 at Harold Park.
The race was named in honour of one of the most significant administrators in the history of Australian Greyhound Racing and the man who is often regarded as the founding father of the Owner, Trainer and Breeder movement.
Peters became involved in greyhound racing in the 30s. At the time, metropolitan greyhound racing was partly conducted by the NSW Trotting Club, which also registered participants, whilst somewhat confusingly, sires, litters and the naming of greyhounds was the duty of the National Coursing Association.
Peters recognised the sport needed to change, and in 1937 he travelled throughout NSW in an attempt to unite all owners, trainers and breeders.
Two years later, the NSW Greyhound Breeders, Owners and Trainers Association, a non-proprietary body, was formed.
The GBOTA was later granted a metropolitan racing licence and in 1949 the first NSW Greyhound Racing Control Board was formed, with a seven-person board which included two representatives from the NSW GBOTA – Peters and Schute Saxon.
Throughout his time, Peters grew the GBOTA to become the leading representative group of grass roots participants. He was also a key person in the formation of the Commonwealth Greyhound Racing Association, the forerunner to the Australian Greyhound Racing Association.
Peters served as the secretary of the NSW GBOTA until his death in 1961.
To this day, his contribution to the sport of greyhound racing is still recognised, with the Vic Peters Memorial Classic – changed to the Vic Peters Classic in 2001 – one of the most prestigious races in NSW.
The race has been won by some genuine superstars of the sport including Woolley Wilson (Benjamin John x Top Sapphire Oct ’70), Brother Fox (Little Blade x Pitstock Park Feb ’83), Worth Doing (Brother Fox x Versatile Miss Nov ’86), Go Wild Teddy (Head Honcho x Web Of Silence Apr ’99), Collision (Awesome Assassin x Rumble Spirit Aug ’01), Spring Gun (Bombastic Shiraz x Ready For Rain Jun ’09), Zambora Brockie (Nitro Burst x Flying Liddy Sep ’13) and Ando’s Mac (El Grand Senor x Brook’s Doll Jun ’14).
On July 6, 2024, at Wentworth Park, Rinsed The Lot, trained by Michelle Sultana, maintained his perfect record by winning the Group 1 Vic Peters Classic. Starting from box four, he showcased exceptional speed and determination, securing a one-length victory over Flash Boom Bang with a time of 29.44 seconds. This triumph marked his sixth consecutive win, underscoring his rising prominence in the greyhound racing scene.
The 2023 Vic Peters Classic witnessed a stellar performance by Zipping Remus, trained by John Finn. Breaking from box one, Zipping Remus dominated the race, finishing 8¼ lengths ahead of Tarawi Tiger with a remarkable time of 29.33 seconds, setting a new race record. This victory highlighted his exceptional talent and solidified his status as a top contender in the sport.
In 2022, Gatlin, under the training of Mark Finn, secured a narrow victory in the Vic Peters Classic. Starting from box one, Gatlin maintained a strong lead, finishing ¾ length ahead of Canya Wilder with a time of 29.94 seconds. This win underscored Gatlin’s consistency and racing prowess.
2022 Vic Peters Classic Results
The 2021 Vic Peters Classic was dominated by Bandit Ned, trained by Jodie Lord. Breaking from box six, he showcased superior speed and control, securing a 2¾-length victory over Zipping Kansas with a time of 29.47 seconds. This performance highlighted Bandit Ned’s exceptional abilities and solidified his reputation in the racing community.
2021 Vic Peters Classic Results
In 2020, Playlist, trained by Michelle Clark, delivered a commanding performance in the Vic Peters Classic. Starting from box one, Playlist took an early lead and maintained it, finishing 3¾ lengths ahead of Tommy Shelby with a time of 29.96 seconds. This victory showcased Playlist’s dominance and racing intelligence.
2020 Vic Peters Classic Results
Feral Franky, trained by Raymond Smith, thrilled fans in the 2019 Vic Peters Classic with a nail-biting finish. Starting from box five, he executed a remarkable burst of speed in the final stretch to edge out Cawborne Marty by ½ length, clocking 29.80 seconds. This victory cemented Feral Franky’s place as a crowd favorite.
2019 Vic Peters Classic Results
The 2018 Vic Peters Classic showcased a commanding performance by Deliver, trained by Seona Thompson. Breaking from box three, Deliver took an early lead and dominated the race, finishing 4¼ lengths ahead of Ouzo with a time of 29.90 seconds. This victory highlighted Deliver’s exceptional talent and Thompson’s effective training.
2018 Vic Peters Classic Results
Anthony Azzopardi won his second Vic Peters in three years when Crash Bandicoot collected top honours. The black dog began well and although finding trouble throughout the run was too classy at the finish off box six.
Ando’s Mac gave his owner and breeder Luke Anderson and his partner Michaele Alderdice their first group 1 win with a dominant victory in the 2016 edition of the race. Trained by Jason Mackay in the Hunter Valley, the fawn greyhound absolutely smashed his rivals to win in a fast 29.69.
Zambora Brockie confirmed his status as one of the best young greyhounds in the country when winning the Vic Peters Classic. Trained by Anthony Azzopardi, the black greyhound never looked in doubt off box eight as he stretched out to defeat Black Bear Lee in 29.58.
| Date | Winner | Trainer | Dist. | Boxes | Margin | Time | Second | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Sharid | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 26.80sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1952 | Happy Kay | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 27.10sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1953 | Cola Minda | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 26.80sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1954 | Dasher’s Bow | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 27.00sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1955 | Knight Ruler | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 27.20sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1956 | Smooth Event | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 27.05sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1957 | Cantee | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 26.93sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1958 | Montana Jet | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 27.04sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1959 | Festival Time | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 26.91sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1960 | Pine Top | ? | 500y | ? | ? | 26.89sec | ? | H/PK |
| 1961 | Rocket Mac | L. Taylor | 500y | ? | 3L | 26.98sec | Tipsy Rocket | H/PK |
| 1962 | Black Top | F. Holmes | 500y | ? | 5L | 26.40sec | Take A Bow | H/PK |
| 1963 | Seraphino & Test Pattern | D/H | 500y | ? | D/H | 26.80sec | Miss Warcoft (3rd) | H/PK |
| 1964 | Bongearon | G. Williams | 500y | ? | 2L | 26.80sec | Young Castro | H/PK |
| 1965 | Daily Tide | T. McBurney | 500y | ? | 2-1/2L | 26.60sec | Hot Toes | H/PK |
| 1966 | African Ballet | G. Hayden | 500y | ? | 2L | 26.80sec | Gallant Glow | H/PK |
| 1967 | Mr Spot | T. Rowling | 500y | ? | Head | 26.60sec | Winter Parade | H/PK |
| 1968 | Sammie Sparrow | N. Ballinger | 500y | ? | 1-1/2L | 26.80sec | Secret Comet | H/PK |
| 1969 | Milimsimbi | S. Cleverley | 500y | ? | 1L | 26.50sec | Silent Retreat | H/PK |
| 1970 | Shapely Escort | L. Drady | 500y | ? | Head | 26.70sec | Size Seven | H/PK |
| 1971 | Real Words | C. Murran | 500y | ? | 2-1/2L | 26.40sec | Spun Galore | H/PK |
| 1972 | Woolley Wilson | G. Watt | 457m | ? | 2L | 26.70sec | Free Reign | H/PK |
| 1973 | Kim’s Monaro | B. Doak | 457m | ? | 5L | 26.31sec | Irish Alley | H/PK |
| 1974 | Cell Block | V. Kotsovolos | 457m | 6,7,1 | 3-1/2L | 26.59sec | John Begg | H/PK |
| 1975 | Alpha Brava | W. Tighe | 457m | 1,2,5 | 2-1/4L | 26.22sec | Steve Austin | H/PK |
| 1976 | Black Derby | A. Heaney | 457m | 6,5,4 | 2-1/2L | 26.65sec | Prohibition | H/PK |
| 1977 | Rocket Monaro | B. Doak | 457m | 3,1,7 | 1-1/4L | 26.53sec | Early Venture | H/PK |
| 1978 | Tegimi | L. Harper | 457m | 2,7,4 | 5L | 26.35sec | Manly Lion | H/PK |
| 1979 | Scot Of Minmi | E. Singline | 457m | 1,3,7 | Neck | 26.71sec | Todwilla | H/PK |
| 1980 | Bavarian Aztec | G. Colless | 457m | 6,1,3 | 1/2L | 26.43sec | Bavarian Prince | H/PK |
| 1981 | Gleefullee | J. Wheeler | 457m | 6,8,7 | 1-1/2L | 26.44sec | Fag Ash | H/PK |
| 1982 | King Seagull | E. Stollery | 457m | 6,4,3 | Head | 26.37sec | Rocket Supreme | H/PK |
| 1983 | Inch Time | J. Vallone | 457m | 8,1,7 | 2-3/4L | 26.27sec | The Ringer | H/PK |
| 1984 | Brother Fox | S. Kavanagh | 457m | 4,6,8 | 5L | 25.82sec | Brave Gambler | H/PK |
| 1985 | Daisy Doll | L. Castle | 457m | 4,6,7 | 2-1/4L | 26.42sec | Holstein Boy | H/PK |
| 1986 | Spanish Dance | A. Pringle | 457m | 2,1,8 | 1-1/4L | 26.54sec | Tutanekai Lad | H/PK |
| 1987 | Alice Irene | L. Castle | 520m | 1,8,2 | 1L | 30.61sec | Crotty Kid | W/PK |
| 1988 | Worth Doing | R. Gill | 520m | 3,7,4 | 6L | 29.74sec | Snow Legend | W/PK |
| 1989 | Alyssa Belle | E. Miosge | 520m | 2,3,6 | 1-1/2L | 30.30sec | Pom Pom Girl | W/PK |
| 1990 | McVella | J. Vella | 520m | 1,4,2 | Nose | 30.65sec | Amazing Lee | W/PK |
| 1991 | Alastic Rebel | K. Wright | 520m | 3,2,6 | 3L | 30.10sec | Tallest Peer | W/PK |
| 1992 | Sparkling Spirit | L. Michael | 520m | 2,8,4 | 2-1/2L | 30.78sec | Iago | W/PK |
| 1993 | Leon Mal | D. McMillan | 520m | 1,4,6 | 5L | 30.55sec | Touch A Star | W/PK |
| 1994 | Barney Blue | B. Watson | 520m | 8,5,6 | 4L | 30.96sec | Keon Star | W/PK |
| 1995 | Placid Boy | W. Dredge | 520m | 2,7,6 | 8L | 30.55sec | Carolstream | W/PK |
| 1996 | Tricky Wind | C. Coleman | 520m | 3,4,6 | 1-1/4L | 30.54sec | Tranquil Fire | W/PK |
| 1997 | Bobniak | R. Gill | 520m | 8,4,7 | 8-3/4L | 30.25sec | Little Ego | W/PK |
| 1998 | Bigbad Luther | G. Young | 520m | 2,6,1 | 1-1/2L | 30.20sec | Faithful Hawk | W/PK |
| 1999 | Flash Joan | R. King | 520m | 3,6,5 | 2-1/2L | 30.43sec | Stately Bird | W/PK |
| 2000 | Go Wild Teddy | M. Bell | 520m | 8,4,7 | 1-1/4L | 30.27sec | Allan’s Token | W/PK |
| 2001 | Toll Security | D. McMillan | 520m | 1,2,5 | 2-1/2L | 30.16sec | Dylan’s Victory | W/PK |
| 2002 | Long Stitch | V. Irwin | 520m | 2,1,6 | 2-1/2L | 30.65sec | Vulcan King | W/PK |
| 2003 | Collision | A. Lockett | 520m | 3,1,7 | 7-1/4L | 29.73sec | Cadmium | W/PK |
| 2004 | Cheeky Renegade | J. Madigan | 520m | 4,7,6 | Nose | 30.45sec | Pure Evil | W/PK |
| 2005 | Watch The Web | R. Gardoll | 520m | 4,1,8 | 1/2L | 30.12sec | Victory Glen | W/PK |
| 2006 | Cromlah Bale | A. Dailly | 520m | 3,5,1 | 1-1/2L | 30.14sec | Big Time Max | W/PK |
| 2007 | Ashby Bale | A. Dailly | 520m | 9,7,3 | 7-3/4L | 30.12sec | Gold Mambo | W/PK |
| 2008 | Nitro Burst | J. Thompson | 520m | 1,4,2 | 6-1/2L | 29.89sec | Snozz | W/PK |
| 2009 | Dancing Surf | T. Hurst | 520m | 2,3,1 | 3/4L | 30.25sec | Pedrosa | W/PK |
| 2010 | Isadoll | W. Vanderburg | 520m | 8,1,4 | 8-1/2L | 29.93sec | Red Flame | W/PK |
| 2011 | Spring Gun | C. Oldfield | 520m | 5,6,7 | 4-3/4L | 29.75sec | Mepunga Nicky | W/PK |
| 2012 | Proven Nitro | J. Thompson | 520m | 7,8,3 | 2-3/4L | 29.96sec | Allen Dion | W/PK |
| 2013 | Belfast Johnny | T. Vella | 520m | 2,8,5 | 6-1/4L | 29.63sec | Whata Good Size | W/PK |
| 2014 | Lucy Lobster | C. Lamb | 520m | 5,6,3 | 1/2L | 29.85sec | Jewel Action | W/PK |
| 2015 | Zambora Brockie | A. Azzopardi | 520m | 8,5,4 | 4-3/4L | 29.58sec | Black Bear Lee | W/PK |
| 2016 | Ando’s Mac | J. Mackay | 520m | 6,5,1 | 5-1/2L | 29.69sec | Mister Twister | W/PK |
| 2017 | Crash Bandicoot | A. Azzopardi | 520m | 6,7,3 | 2-1/4L | 30.21sec | Chasin’ Crackers | W/PK |
| 2018 | Deliver | S. Thompson | 520m | 3,7,1 | 4-1/4L | 29.90sec | Ouzo | W/PK |
| 2019 | Feral Franky | R. Smith | 520m | 5,2,1 | 1/2L | 29.80sec | Cawborne Marty | W/PK |
| 2020 | Playlist | M. Clark | 520m | 1,2,6 | 3-3/4L | 29.96sec | Tommy Shelby | W/PK |
| 2021 | Bandit Ned | J. Lord | 520m | 6,5,2 | 2-3/4L | 29.47sec | Zipping Kansas | W/PK |
| 2022 | Gatlin | M. Finn | 520m | 1,2,5 | 3/4L | 29.94sec | Canya Wilder | W/PK |
| 2023 | Zipping Remus | J. Finn | 520m | 1,6,7 | 8-1/4L | 29.33sec | Tarawi Tiger | W/PK |
| 2024 | Rinsed The Lot | M. Sultana | 520m | 4,1,3 | 1L | 29.44sec | Flash Boom Bang | W/PK |