The Zoom Top is an invitation-only race that is run and won each year at The Meadows over 730m.
It is one of only two invitation-only staying events, with runners chosen by a panel based on their recent performances rather than through qualifying heats.
The most recent edition of the Zoom Top was won by superstar stayer Lanfranco for Brooke Ennis in 2025.
Currently no odds are available for the 2026 Zoomm Top.
Currently the 2026 Zoom Top field is not available.
The Zoom Top is one of the most highly sought-after titles for stayers and as such, only the best of the best compete in the feature. Because it attracts a stellar field each year, the race also generates enormous betting activity.
With such a huge interest on the Zoom Top, all of our recommended online bookmakers offer fixed odds betting as soon as the final fields and box draws have been announced.
With the early odds released so swiftly, punters are given the opportunity to compare the markets between the top greyhound bookmakers and secure the best possible odds about their chosen runner.
The Zoom Top is named in honour of one of the greatest stayers in greyhound racing history. Zoom Top, a fawn bitch whelped in 1966 by Black Top out of Busy Beaver, redefined versatility and endurance in the sport. Over her extraordinary career, she competed in 136 races, achieving 68 wins and 39 minor placings. Zoom Top’s brilliance shone across all major distances, setting an incredible 15 track records.
Her illustrious victories included back-to-back wins in the 1968 and 1969 Wentworth Park Gold Cup and Association Cup, as well as triumphs in the 1968 Richmond Oaks, Dapto Silver Collar, and Sydney Cup, alongside the 1969 NSW St Leger, now known as the Group 1 Paws of Thunder. Retiring in 1970, Zoom Top remains a benchmark of greatness, celebrated for her unparalleled versatility and longevity.
In 2003, The Meadows introduced the Group 1 Zoom Top as a tribute to this iconic stayer. The inaugural running was won by Tears of Jupiter, and since then, the race has become a highlight of the Australian Cup Carnival, held annually at The Meadows in February. The event is an invitational contest over 730m, featuring the nation’s top in-form stayers.
Over the years, the Zoom Top has crowned champions such as Rocky (2005), Miss Grub (2007), Miata (2013), Fanta Bale (2018), Tornado Tears (2019), and Stagger Out Lee (2023). These winners reflect the prestige of the event and the exceptional calibre of greyhounds it attracts.
Zoom Top’s legacy transcends time, remaining a gold standard by which the greatness of other greyhounds is measured. Her remarkable consistency and dominance throughout her lengthy career continue to inspire the sport, ensuring her name is forever etched in greyhound racing history.
Lanfranco secured his first Group 1 title with a determined victory in the Zoom Top at The Meadows, edging out Groovebird in a thrilling finish. The Brooke Ennis-trained stayer settled off the pace before surging late to claim the win by half a length in 42.76 with the top online bookmakers paying $3.60.
2025 Zoom Top Box Draw & Field The Meadows 730m Group 1 $75,000 to-the-winner Saturday, February 8, 2025
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1 Ethanol Water
T: Thomas DaillyF: 31811Career: 60: 23-11-8Prizemoney: $257,760
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2 Lanfranco
T: Brooke EnnisF: 11211Career: 32: 10-4-3Prizemoney: $57,670
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3 Irish Millie
T: Tom TzouvelisF: 11Career: 2: 2-0-0Prizemoney: $7,020
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4 Cashing Out
T: Vicki WisenerF: 11124Career: 25: 8-2-4Prizemoney: $36,150
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5 Groovebird
T: Jeffrey BrittonF: 32126Career: 54: 15-6-8Prizemoney: $76,070
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6 Unreal Speed
T: Robert BrittonF: 81131Career: 11: 8-0-1Prizemoney: $46,995
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7 Black Silencer
T: Tom TzouvelisF: 22112Career: 54: 23-16-4Prizemoney: $159,500
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8 Pass Mark
T: Jeffrey BrittonF: 31828Career: 53: 16-8-8Prizemoney: $122,860
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9 Lakeview Nola
T: Harley WhelanF: 64553Career: 41: 5-7-8Prizemoney: $35,375
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10 Facetious
T: Bruno PanettaF: 42332Career: 62: 3-9-15Prizemoney: $25,345
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On February 17, 2024, at The Meadows, Valpolicella, trained by Tony Zammit, delivered a commanding performance in the Group 1 Zoom Top. Starting from box two, she showcased exceptional stamina over the 730m distance, finishing 0.75 lengths ahead of Zoha Bale with a time of 42.68 seconds. This victory highlighted Valpolicella’s prowess in staying events.
On February 18, 2023, at The Meadows, Stagger Out Lee, under the guidance of trainer Jack Strutt, showcased an impressive finish to clinch the Group 1 Zoom Top. Breaking from box six, she navigated the 730m course with determination, securing a 1.76-length victory over Moraine Suzie with a time of 42.64 seconds. This performance underscored her staying capabilities.
On February 19, 2022, at The Meadows, Gypsy Wyong, trained by Andrea Dailly, exhibited a determined effort to win the Group 1 Zoom Top. Starting from box seven, she maintained a strong pace throughout the 725m race, finishing 0.44 lengths ahead of Line Of Quality with a time of 42.54 seconds. This victory added to her impressive racing credentials.
2022 Zoom Top Results
On February 20, 2021, at The Meadows, Houdini Boy, under the training of Kelvyn Greenough, achieved a narrow triumph in the Group 1 Zoom Top. Breaking from box three, he displayed remarkable tenacity over the 725m distance, edging out Stanley Road by 0.10 lengths with a time of 42.28 seconds. This win highlighted Houdini Boy’s exceptional staying prowess.
2021 Zoom Top Results
On February 15, 2020, at The Meadows, Just Terms, trained by Anthony Azzopardi, delivered a commanding victory in the Group 1 Zoom Top. Starting from box four, she displayed a powerful run, dominating the 725m race to finish 3.77 lengths ahead of Here’s Tears with a stellar time of 42.12 seconds. This victory demonstrated her superiority as a stayer in the racing circuit.
2020 Zoom Top Results
On February 16, 2019, at The Meadows, Tornado Tears, trained by Robert Britton, showcased his unyielding spirit in the Group 1 Zoom Top. Despite stiff competition, he broke from box eight and powered through to claim a narrow 0.36-length victory over Blue Moon Rising with a time of 42.51 seconds. This win further solidified Tornado Tears’ legacy as a champion stayer.
2019 Zoom Top Results
Fanta Bale (David Bale x Ucme Typhoon Aug ’14) defeated one of the best fields she has met to take out the 2018 invitation-only Group 1 Zoom Top (725m) at The Meadows.
Stepping from box four, the Rob Britton-trained bitch looked destined to lead as she pushed forward, however Queensland raider Champagne Sally (Barcia Bale x Bizarre Barbie Apr ’15) had other plans – crossing over from box eight to assume the front spot.
Despite being led, Fanta Bale didn’t shirk the task, gradually grinding back the margin, levelling up to eye-ball the leader around the home turn before slipping into top gear, sprinting clear to salute by just over two lengths in 42.35.
2018 Zoom Top results
February 17, 2018. 17/02/2018 The Meadows. First Prize:$75,000
Winner: Fanta Bale( David0 Bale X UCME Typhoon) Black Bitch. DOB 14/08/2014
Trainer:Robert Britton Owner:Paul Wheeler
Winning Time:42.35
Others in Finishing Order: RIPPIN’ SAM, CHAMPAGNE SALLY, QUICK JAGGER, PACKEY KEEPING, EBBY RIPPER, SCOTT KEEPING, JALAPENO.
Burn One Down won the most recent edition of the Zoom Top, breaking through for his first win at the highest level for leading conditioner Jason Thompson. The black dog stalked the leaders throughout the early parts of the race before taking over down the back and sprinting clear to score in 42.23.
2017 Zoom Top results
February 18, 2017. The Meadows MGRC First Prize $75,000
Winner: Burn One Down (Buck Fever x Fancy Jaffa) Born: Jan 2014 Black Dog
Owner: Danielle Pringle, Trainer: Jason Thompson.
Time: 42.23. Margins: 9.09 x 3.44.
Others in finishing order: Trip To Eden, Jaimandy Hatty, It’s A Bird, Bogie Bekim, Allen Lottery, Teddy Monelli, Springvale Byrne.
No Donuts dispelled doubts he was up to the task of running the tough staying trip with a determined victory in the 2016 Zoom Top. The son of Fabregas and Chevy Princess defeated Come On Fantasy by one-and-three-quarter lengths in 42.71.
2016 Zoom Top results
February 20, 2016. The Meadows MGRA First Prize $75,000
Winner: No Donuts (Fabregas x Chevy Princess) Born June 2013 Black Dog
Owner: Bradley Canty, Trainer: Anthony Azzopardi.
Time: 42.71. Margins: 1.27 x 3.29.
Others in finishing order: Come On Fantasy, Seeking Justice, Ryno’s Raider, Kilkee Flex, Beks, Luna Jinx.
Space Star made it three group wins from his past four starts to cement his status as Australia’s best stayer in the 2015 Zoom Top. The son of Bekim Bale and Tonto Tears defeated Blinker’s On and Psychotic Gold, whilst his time of 42.059 seconds was within half a length of the 725m track record.
2015 Zoom Top results
February 21, 2015. The Meadows MGRA First Prize $75,000
Winner: Space Star (Bekim Bale x Tonto Tears) Born June 2012 Black Dog
Owner: Camilla Limon, Trainer: Robert Britton.
Time: 42.09. Margins: 6.19 x 6.92.
Others in Finishing Order: Blinkers On, Psychotic Gold, Lady Toy, Shall She Rock, Starc, Flying Twist, Pumped Up Zarr.
Cheetah Zorro achieved what her ultra-talented mother, Fallen Zorro, was never able to do when winning a group 1 title in the 2014 Zoom Top. The black bitch outstayed a sensational field including Destini Fireball, Lucy Wires and Dyna Willow to score in 42.89.
2014 Zoom Top results
February 15, 2014. The Meadows MGRA First Prize $75,000
Winner: Cheetah Zorro (Bombastic Shiraz x Fallen Zorro) Aug 2010 Black Bitch
Owner: G Heawood Synd, Trainer: Robert Britton.
Time: 42.89. Margins: 2.38 x 2.48
Others in finishing order: Dyna Kayla, Benarkin, Destini Fireball, Lucy Wires, Maddison Dee, Dyna Willow, Born Ali.
| Year | Winner | Trainer | Distance | Boxes | Margin | Time | Runner-Up |
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| 2003 | Tears Of Jupiter | Peter Giles | 725m | 2,1,4 | 1-1/2L | 42.66sec | Why Complain |
| 2004 | Irinka Barbie | John Finn | 725m | 3,7,2 | Neck | 42.60sec | Skipper Rip |
| 2005 | Rocky | Steve McKenna | 725m | 1,5,3 | 3-1/4L | 42.55sec | Master Lightfoot |
| 2006 | Slick Galore | James Ennis | 725m | 5,3,6 | 8-1/4L | 42.36sec | Bentley Jane |
| 2007 | Miss Grub | Kelvyn Greenough | 725m | 1,5,9 | 7-1/2L | 42.38sec | Flashing Floods |
| 2008 | Miss Brook | Peter Giles | 725m | 3,5,1 | 3/4L | 42.55sec | Just Friends |
| 2009 | Vintage Octane | Darren McDonald | 725m | 6,3,8 | 1-1/4L | 42.88sec | Gunnadoo Magic |
| 2010 | Drill ‘Em | David Knocker | 725m | 7,8,6 | 2-3/4L | 42.76sec | Satanic Cash |
| 2011 | Blue Lorian | Peter Whye | 725m | 1,4,8 | 1-3/4L | 42.53sec | Lady Arko |
| 2012 | Miata | Paul Stuart | 725m | 1,2,3 | 7-3/4L | 42.37sec | Thrilling Brat |
| 2013 | Destini Fireball | Emilio Rinaldi | 725m | 2,3,4 | 0.03L | 42.58sec | Bell Haven |
| 2014 | Cheetah Zorro | Robert Britton | 725m | 3,8,4 | 2.38L | 42.89sec | Dyna Kayla |
| 2015 | Space Star | Robert Britton | 725m | 8,7,3 | 6.19L | 42.05sec | Blinker’s On |
| 2016 | No Donuts | Anthony Azzopardi | 725m | 1,4,2 | 1.27L | 42.71sec | Come On Fantasy |
| 2017 | Burn One Down | Jason Thompson | 725m | 2,3,6 | 9.09L | 42.23sec | Trip To Eden |
| 2018 | Fanta Bale | Robert Britton | 725m | 4,6,8 | 2.14L | 42.35sec | Rippin’ Sam |
| 2019 | Tornado Tears | Robert Britton | 725m | 8,9,7 | 0.36L | 42.51sec | Blue Moon Rising |
| 2020 | Just Terms | Anthony Azzopardi | 725m | 4,6,7 | 3.77L | 42.12sec | Here’s Tears |
| 2021 | Houdini Boy | Kelvyn Greenough | 725m | 3,6,4 | 0.10L | 42.28sec | Stanley Road |
| 2022 | Gypsy Wyong | Andrea Dailly | 725m | 7,4,8 | 0.44L | 42.54sec | Line Of Quality |
| 2023 | Stagger Out Lee | Jack Strutt | 730m | 6,2,1 | 1.76L | 42.64sec | Moraine Suzie |
| 2024 | Valpolicella | Tony Zammit | 730m | 2,8,4 | 0.75L | 42.68sec | Zoha Bale |
| 2025 | Lanfranco | Brooke Ennis | 730m | 2,5,6 | 0.50L | 42.76sec | Groovebird |
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