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Mildenhall Greyhound Racing, located in the town of Mildenhall in Suffolk, UK, is a popular greyhound racing venue that operated for over 70 years. The track opened in 1928 and hosted its final race in 2018 before returning in February of 2022. Let's take a closer look at some unique stats about Mildenhall Greyhound Racing.
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Record Attendance: The largest crowd ever to attend a race at Mildenhall Greyhound Racing was on June 18, 1983, when over 10,000 people came to watch the Midsummer Trophy Final. This was a significant achievement for the track, as it was a time when greyhound racing was facing competition from other forms of entertainment.
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Record Handle: The record handle for a single race at Mildenhall Greyhound Racing was set on August 24, 1996, when over £51,000 was bet on a single race. This was a remarkable feat for the track, as it was a time when greyhound racing was facing challenges from declining attendance and competition from other forms of gambling.
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Fastest Time: The fastest time ever recorded at Mildenhall Greyhound Racing was 27.93 seconds for a 475-meter race. This record was set by the greyhound Ballyhill Sausage on December 26, 2008.
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Notable Races: Mildenhall Greyhound Racing hosted many prestigious greyhound races over the years, including the Midsummer Trophy, the British Breeders Stakes, and the East Anglian Derby. The track was also home to the prestigious Mildenhall Marathon, which was a 1,100-yard race.
Mildenhall Races: Tuesday & Friday