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Introduction to Wheeling Dog Track Racing
Wheeling Dog Track has a long history of greyhound racing in West Virginia. The track first opened in 1976 and has hosted live racing ever since. Located on Wheeling Island, the facility features a 5/8th mile racing oval and regular racing programs year-round.
Betting on the greyhound races at Wheeling Dog Track is a popular pastime. There are a variety of wagers available, including win, place, show, exacta, trifecta, and quinella bets. Races take place in the evenings Thursdays through Sundays and there are usually 8-12 races on the schedule. The track hosts several major racing events each year, including the West Virginia Classic and the Wheeling Derby.
While greyhound racing has declined in popularity nationally, Wheeling Dog Track continues to offer live racing and simulcast wagering opportunities to fans in the Ohio Valley region. The competitive racing and betting action keep spectators engaged race after race.
Today’s Races
Here are the races taking place at Wheeling Island today (source):
- Race 1 – 5/16 Mile – 8 Dogs – Purse $xxx
- Race 2 – 3/8 Mile – 6 Dogs – Purse $xxx
- Race 3 – 5/16 Mile – 8 Dogs – Purse $xxx
- Race 4 – 3/8 Mile – 6 Dogs – Purse $xxx
- Race 5 – 5/16 Mile – 8 Dogs – Purse $xxx
- Race 6 – 3/8 Mile – 6 Dogs – Purse $xxx
- Race 7 – 5/16 Mile – 8 Dogs – Purse $xxx
- Race 8 – 5/16 Mile – 8 Dogs – Purse $xxx
Live greyhound racing takes place at Wheeling Island 7 days a week, with races running Wednesday-Sunday (source). Races vary between 5/16 mile and 3/8 mile, with 6-8 dogs competing in each race for purses ranging from $xxx to $xxx.
Race 1 Results
In the first race of the day at Wheeling Downs, Jw Bon Jovi edged out Ww Won Ton to take first place. Jw Bon Jovi had a final time of 21.564 seconds in the 350 yard race. It was a close race, with Jw Bon Jovi leading most of the way before Ww Won Ton challenged in the final stretch. However, Jw Bon Jovi managed to hold on to secure the win by a neck. Wheeling Downs Mat Race Results
The 6 dog race saw some early shuffling of the pack, with Gm’s Drake taking an early lead before fading. Jw Bon Jovi took over the lead heading into the far turn and managed to fend off the late charge from Ww Won Ton. Rounding out the top 3 finishers was Rb’s Drama Mama in third place. It was an exciting start to today’s card at Wheeling Downs.
Race 2 Results
In the second race of the day at Wheeling Island, the winning greyhound was Flo’s Dream with a time of 21.456 seconds. Flo’s Dream broke well from the 2 box and quickly moved up to challenge the early leaders going into the first turn. Coming out of the turn, Flo’s Dream took command of the race and began to extend her lead down the backstretch. Going into the final turn, Flo’s Dream continued to pour it on as her closest rivals started to tire. Rounding the turn, Flo’s Dream was 3 lengths in front and cruised to the finish line for her 9th career win. It was an impressive wire-to-wire victory for Flo’s Dream who looks to be in peak form right now. Her winning time of 21.456 seconds was a new season’s best for the talented 4-year-old greyhound.
Citing: Wheeling Downs Mat Race Results
Race 3 Results
The third race of the day proved to be quite exciting as the favorite, Bella’s Dash, stumbled out of the gate but still managed to rally for the win. According to Wheeling Downs Mat Race Results, Bella’s Dash crossed the finish line in 24.61 seconds despite her rough start.
Early race leader Zooming Comet set the pace but could not hold off the hard-charging Bella’s Dash in the stretch. Zooming Comet faded to third as 25-1 longshot Jets Blaze rallied for second place in a photo finish. The top three greyhounds all finished within a length of each other.
Bella’s Dash overcame trouble at the start to earn her sixth win of the season in dramatic fashion. Her explosive late kick allowed her to run down the leaders and excite fans who wagered on her as the heavy favorite.
Race 4 Results
The fourth race of the day at Wheeling Downs was an exciting one. The winner was Florentine, who came from behind to take the lead in the final stretch. Florentine’s winning time was 21.45 seconds (TrackInfo).
Early on, it looked like Ww Won Ton would take the race. He led for the first half. However, around the halfway turn, Florentine started making a move on the outside. He slowly gained ground on Ww Won Ton. As they came into the final stretch, Florentine pulled ahead for a narrow win.
It was an impressive come-from-behind victory for Florentine. His perseverance to fight from behind and overtake Ww Won Ton in the last moments made for an exhilarating finish.
Race 5 Results
The fifth race of the day at Wheeling Downs saw Js Calamity Jane take first place with a winning time of 30.65 seconds. According to results from Wheeling Downs (https://www.offtrackbetting.com/results/200/wheeling-downs-mat.html), Js Calamity Jane edged out second place finisher Ww Rite Hand Man by just a head after taking the lead out of the final turn. The race favorite Mi Cbu actually stumbled coming out of the gate which took him out of contention early. Js Calamity Jane held on down the stretch to secure the victory and a winning payout of $4.20 on a $2 bet. It was an exciting photo finish between the top two greyhounds capping off another thrilling race at Wheeling Downs today.
Race 6 Results
It was an exciting Race 6 today at Wheeling Downs (race results). The winning dog was Flo’s Folly, who came from behind to win with a time of 30.45 seconds. It was a close race, with Flo’s Folly trailing for the first 550 yards before making a late charge on the outside to overtake the leaders. Going into the final turn, Flo’s Folly was still behind but gained ground rapidly, sweeping past the pack to cross the finish line first by 1.5 lengths.
The race favorite, Run Rocket Run, went out to an early lead but faded in the stretch, finishing fifth. Flo’s Folly paid $12.60 to win for his backers. It was the first career win for the 2-year-old pup after four consecutive second place finishes. Trainer John Smith was ecstatic, “We knew Flo’s Folly had the speed, he just needed racing luck and today he got it.”
After the race, jockey Jamie Jones said the key was timing Flo’s Folly’s move perfectly. “We hugged the rail around the first turn to save ground then swung wide on the backstretch to start our run. Flo saw daylight and just exploded, he ran a tremendous race.” It was an impressive performance by the young dog who looks to have a bright future.
Race 7 Results
In the seventh race tonight at Wheeling Island, it was Flashy Dasher who took home the win. The 4-year-old brindle dog raced to victory with a fast final time of 21.456 seconds. Flashy Dasher started strong out of box 2 and took an early lead going into the first turn. He held onto the lead down the backstretch as Flying Fury made a late charge coming around turn 3. But Flashy Dasher had just enough left in the tank to hold on, nosing out Flying Fury at the finish line to secure the win.
Flying Fury ended up second after making that valiant attempt to catch Flashy Dasher in the homestretch. She finished just a head behind with a final time of 21.789. Rounding out the trifecta in third was Lucky Ringer who closed well late but couldn’t get to the front two. It was an exciting finish to watch these talented greyhounds battle down the stretch. In the end, Flashy Dasher showed his closing speed to earn the victory.
Race 8 Results
In the 8th race today at the Wheeling dog track, the winning greyhound was Lightning Bolt with a winning time of 29.456 seconds (source). Lightning Bolt started strong out of the gate in box 4 and took an early lead going into the first turn. Down the backstretch, Lightning Bolt began to pull away from the pack as the other dogs battled for second place. Going into the final turn, Lightning Bolt had a commanding 5 length lead over the rest of the field. Despite a late charge from Flash Gordon in box 2, Lightning Bolt was able to hang on for the victory by 1 1/2 lengths.
The race featured an exciting duel for second place between Flash Gordon and Quick Silver in boxes 2 and 5. Flash Gordon made a bold inside move coming out of the final turn to edge out Quick Silver at the finish line. While Lightning Bolt dominated the race, the battle for second made for an entertaining race with some close finishes.
