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Category 1 · Curraheen Park (Cork) · Ireland · Late autumn
About the Irish Laurels
The Irish Laurels is one of Ireland's most historic races, first held at the old Cork Greyhound Stadium in 1944 and carried forward to the modern Curraheen Park when it became the city's racing home in 2000. Run as a Category 1 each late autumn, it remains a treasured prize in the south's racing calendar.
How to punt the Irish Laurels
Late-autumn timing means the Laurels field reflects end-of-season fitness — dogs that have raced deep into the year hold an edge over fresh spring three-year-olds. Cork's Curraheen circuit suits strong gallopers; compare recent Cork form against Munster form from Tralee and Limerick for calibration.
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Frequently asked questions
Where are the Irish Laurels run?
The Irish Laurels are staged at Curraheen Park in Cork, having moved from the old Cork Greyhound Stadium when it hosted the race from 1944.
When was the first Irish Laurels?
The Irish Laurels was first held in 1944, making it one of the oldest surviving competitions in Irish greyhound racing.