The promise of Miracle Mo’s winning return at Curraheen back in July is yet to be built upon but he has had valid excuses in defeat in both runs since and he can make the most of a good-looking opportunity in tonight’s second race.

Sparta Maestro is 10-1 second favourite for Derby glory with sponsors Ladbrokes after a powerful display in the final of the Larry Dunne Open 525 at Shelbourne Park on Saturday night.

It has been quite a week for the greyhound industry this far with the three splendid days of sport at Clonmel and then the highly encouraging figures released by the Irish Greyhound Board.