2025 On Faya Galway OAKS

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

1^st Round: Friday 5^th September 
Semi-Finals: Friday 12^th September
Final: Saturday 20^th September

Video: 2025 On Faya Galway Oaks Final

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A wonderful night in Galway Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night with a terrific night of racing, topped off with the Final of the 2025 On Faya Galway Oaks, kindly sponsored by Peter Mulrooney and family.

Badly Behaving made all the right moves as she landed the title for the St Patricks Valencia Syndicate and trainer Shaun Conway. Take a look back at her win now plus a chat with our sponsor and co-owner Declan Dowling.

Photo: 2025 On Faya Galway Oaks Champion

Photos: 2025 On Faya Galway Oaks Final

ON FAYA GALWAY OAKS FINAL SATURDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER

The trap draw for the 2025 On Faya Galway Oaks Final has been confirmed.

Trap 1 - Badly Behaving
Owner: St. Patricks Valencia Crew Syndicate
Trainer: Shaun Conway
Breeder: Liam Dowling
Junior Nominators: JJ Cunnane, Tom Tobin, Jojo Molloy

Trap 2 - Rallyingairfield
Owner: Fergus Walsh & Dan Flynn
Trainer: Michael O’Meara
Breeder: Fergus Walsh
Junior Nominators: Sophia Coughlan, Holly Doyle, Ella Malone

Trap 3 - Voyage Eala
Owner: Ciara Byrne
Trainer: Scott Phelan
Breeder: Michael Walsh
Junior Nominators: Oisin Hogan, Daniel Potter McDermott, Joey Shaughnessy

Trap 4 - Droopys Faithful (M)
Owner: Daniel O’Rahilly
Trainer: Owner
Breeder: Sean Dunphy
Junior Nominators: Mark Burke, Isla Collins, Louis Shaughnessy

Trap 5 - Ballymac Florie (M)
Owner: J-R Racing Syndicate
Trainer: Murt Leahy
Breeder: Liam Dowling
Junior Nominators: Liam Cunnane, Conor Guilfoyle, Alex Shaughnessy

Trap 6 - Blundel Lizzie (M)
Owner: Timmy Ennis & Anthony Roylance
Trainer: Paul Cronin
Breeder: Paul Cronin
Junior Nominators: Faye Collins, Rian Sheridan, Kayleigh Shaughnessy

PHOTO: ON FAYA GALWAY OAKS SEMI-FINALS DRAW

PHOTO: ON FAYA GALWAY OAKS 1st ROUND DRAW

NEW SPONSOR ANNOUNCED FOR 2025 GALWAY OAKS AT GALWAY GREYHOUND STADIUM

Galway Greyhound Stadium is delighted to confirm that the Galway Oaks will return in 2025 with a new title sponsor, Peter Mulrooney, stepping in to support one of the highlights of the western racing calendar.

The event, now to be run as the On Faya Galway Oaks 525, will commence on Friday 5th September, with the Semi-Finals on Friday 12th September and the Grand Final taking place on Saturday 20th September.

Open to 24 bitches at €30 entry, the classic offers a winner’s prize of €10,000, ensuring it retains its reputation as one of the most sought-after titles in the sport.

James Murray, Racing Manager at Galway Greyhound Stadium, said, “The Galway Oaks is one of the cornerstone competitions on our calendar here in Galway Greyhound Stadium, and we are thrilled to have Peter on board as the new sponsor. His support will ensure the event continues to grow in prestige, and we look forward to seeing some of the best bitches in the country compete for the title this September.”

Peter Mulrooney, sponsor of the On Faya Galway Oaks 525, commented, “It’s a privilege to take over sponsorship of such a respected event. The Galway Oaks has proven to be an exciting competition, and I am proud to help carry it forward in 2025. I look forward to a fantastic few weeks of top-class racing and wish all participants the very best of luck.”

Video: 2024 Fonez Galway Oaks Final

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Video: The 2023 Fonez.ie Galway Oaks Final

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