pick of the week: GREYHOUND DERBY
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Your support makes all the difference.The country was going to the dogs long before Blur's Damon Albarn revealed his penchant for greyhounds, and today, callow, mockney pretenders can rub shoulders with old-school sheepskinned enthusiasts for one of the high spots of the canine calendar (above). For the best views, head for the Stadium Grandstand. But if you fancy reclining in comfort, repair to the Diamond Room for a pint and a flutter. Races last around 28 seconds, as the Kate Mosses of the dog world break from their traps and dash after those rabbit rags in a bid for doggy glory.
Wimbledon Stadium, Plough Lane, London SW17 (0181-946 8000) first race 6.50pm, final race 10pm, pounds 10
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