| 1930 National Derby | |
|---|---|
| Venue | Harold's Cross Stadium |
| Location | Dublin |
| End date | 5 September |
| ← 19291931 → | |
The 1930 National Derby took place during August and September with the final being held at Harold's Cross Stadium in Dublin on 5 September 1930. It was the third edition of the event. The race at this stage was considered unofficial because it had not been ratified by the Irish Coursing Club.
The winner was Prince Fern, trained by J Harper.
Final result
At Harolds Cross, 5 September (over 525 yards):
| Position | Winner | Breeding | Trap | SP | Time | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Prince Fern | Green Fern - Run Around | 2 | 4-1 | 30.13 | James Harper |
| 2nd | Odd Minister | Cheerful Charger - Carline | 5 | 7-4jf | 30.19 | M Mullane |
| unplaced | Whatever | What's Next - Ballymore | 3 | 7-4jf | M Mullally | |
| unplaced | Special Law | Lax Law - Handsome Hilda | 4 | 5-1 | J Stack | |
| unplaced | Hydrangea | Cheerful Speed - Maire Cailin | 1 | 4-1 | John Harney | |
| unplaced | Black Raymond | Ballymorriss - Miss Reble | 6 | 14-1 | Gallivan/MccCormack |
Distances
¾ (lengths)
See also
1930 UK & Ireland Greyhound Racing Year
References
- Fortune, Michael. Irish Greyhound Derby 1932–1981. Victory Irish Promotions Ltd.
- ^ Fortune, Michael. The 75 Years History of the Irish Greyhound Derby. Irish Greyhound Review. ISSN 0332-3536.
- Comyn, John. 50 Years of Greyhound Racing in Ireland. Aherlow Publishers Ltd.