Wentworth Park closes after nearly a century of greyhound racing

Greyhound racing at Sydney’s Wentworth Park concluded on Friday night with the Million Dollar Chase final, marking the end of the venue’s operations which began in 1932. The final race was won by Magical Ang. Following the closure, the site is scheduled for demolition after October 2027 to make way for community playing fields and public parkland managed by the City of Sydney Council.

The closure has highlighted deep divisions within the community. Supporters and industry representatives, including the NSW Greyhound Breeders, Owners and Trainers Association, expressed sadness over the loss of an iconic sporting landmark. Conversely, protesters gathered at the venue to voice opposition to the sport, citing animal welfare concerns.

Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) has announced the Richmond Club site as the location for the new Sydney Metropolitan Racing Precinct to replace the Wentworth Park facility. The proposed multipurpose precinct, estimated to cost between $50 million and $70 million, is expected to include three new tracks, training facilities, and veterinary services. Additionally, a $3 million redevelopment of the Lithgow Greyhound track is nearing completion, with racing set to return to that venue on November 2.