Here is the greyhound racing review for Wednesday, 07 January 2026, covering the key action at Nottingham, Hove, and Romford.
Wednesday Greyhound Racing Preview
Expert greyhound tips, form analysis, and best bets for today’s top races.
Midweek racing brings us a mix of high-grade flat contests and a stamina-testing event under the lights at Romford. We have analyzed the cards to find the best value and winners for your Wednesday punting.
12:14 Nottingham (Race 5)
Grade: A2 | Distance: 500m | Prize: £165 (Winner) The Future Of Racing: PGR TV Stakes
The lunchtime action comes from Nottingham, featuring a competitive A2 over the 500m course. The track profile here notes a longer run to the first bend compared to the 480m trip, making it an extremely fair test.
The Verdict: Rathcoole Reds (T6) is the selection to take this. He had been “holding form very well prior to taking time off” and finds himself in an easier contest here than previous outings. If he runs anywhere near his old level, he should have too much class for this field.
The Dangers: Headford Tara (T3) is the market favourite (11/4) and boasts an “excellent record from this trap.” She is a serious player. Wolf Gold (T4) is making his third run back from a long break and has a fair amount to recommend him against these specific rivals.
Others to Note: Harlequin Coolio (T2) looks up against it, with the analyst predicting a finish “nearer last than first.” Blackfriars Buzz (T1) tends to be slowly away and will need to find several lengths to feature.
Analyst Pick: 1. Rathcoole Reds | 2. Headford Tara | 3. Wolf Gold Betting Forecast: Headford Tara (11/4), Rathcoole Reds (3/1), Wolf Gold (3/1).
15:57 Hove (Race 6)
Grade: A1 | Distance: 500m | Prize: £205 (Winner)
Top-grade action at Hove sees a small but quality field go to post over the standard 500m trip.
The Verdict: Broncos Bullet (T5) gets the vote in this tight affair. Described as a “live candidate in this line up,” he has been running creditably of late and looks just about the pick of the bunch to land the spoils.
The Dangers: Fleadh Cailin (T4) is well drawn in the black jacket and is capable of being involved at the finish; the forecast has her as the 2/1 second favourite. Slick Mick (T3) is the wildcard—he is “hard to catch when getting on the bunny,” so a fast start could see him steal it.
Others to Note: Hometown (T1) is often outpaced in the early stages, which is dangerous in A1 company. Antigua Luigi (T2) faces a similar task to his latest outing but is the outsider of the field at 15/2.
Analyst Pick: 1. Broncos Bullet | 2. Fleadh Cailin | 3. Slick Mick Betting Forecast: Broncos Bullet (15/8), Fleadh Cailin (2/1), Slick Mick (3/1).
20:36 Romford (Race 8)
Grade: S1 | Distance: 575m | Prize: £255 (Winner) LIKE AND FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @ROMFORDDOGS
We head to Essex for the evening’s feature, a grueling S1 stayers race over 575m. The track profile at Romford usually favors Trap 3 over this distance, and slow starters on the rail can be vulnerable.
The Verdict: Aint Bothered (T3) is the clear choice. Crucially, she “has the best early speed in this field,” which is often half the battle at Romford. She is holding her form well and looks up to winning this.
The Dangers: Droopys Standby (T4) is the betting favourite (7/4) and is hard to fault on recent runs. He faces an “easier task today,” which makes him the biggest threat to the selection. Bright Jewel (T5) is a regularly slow starter but faces no tougher assignment than her last race.
Others to Note: Zenith Angel (T2) is still returning to peak fitness (12 weeks out of season), and others hold more appeal today. Chilli Drago (T1) is the outsider and may find himself crowded out early.
Analyst Pick: 1. Aint Bothered | 2. Droopys Standby | 3. Bright Jewel Betting Forecast: Droopys Standby (7/4), Aint Bothered (15/8), Zenith Angel (4/1).
