Thaw boost for coursing

THE gradual thaw has greatly improved conditions on most coursing stretches around the country, resulting in most meetings going ahead this weekend.

Rathdowney takes place today and tomorrow, but the All Age Bitch Stake and the Shelly Cup (Duffer) have been cancelled. Coursing commences at 11.30am on both days with a new order of running.

Glanworth goes ahead today and Sunday with East Donegal scheduled for tomorrow and Monday.