Further enhancements have been made by Stewards around social distancing with COVID-19. In accordance with GAR 51 (10), the Stewards have directed the Starter to box the greyhounds in a single file boxing process, commencing with box 1, followed by 2, followed by 3, followed by 4, followed by 5, followed by 6, followed by 7, followed by 8. Essentially 1 through 8 in single file. All handlers will be 2m back from the handler in front during loading process.

He Shall Blitz and Loz's Bling were slow to begin.

Addictive Pete and Rock In Rio collided approaching the first turn.  Addictive Pete and Dazzle collided on the first turn severely checking both greyhounds.  He Shall Blitz and Rock In Rio collided on the second turn.  Addictive Pete and Dazzle collided on the third turn.

Addictive Pete underwent a post-race veterinary examination and was found to have a left triangle muscle injury. A 3 day stand down period was imposed.

Stewards spoke to Mr Peter Gould, the trainer of Addictive Pete regarding its performance in this event. Stewards deemed the performance unsatisfactory, acting in accordance with GAR 71, Addictive Pete must perform a Satisfactory Trial (all tracks) before any future nomination will be accepted.