MY TEN DOGS OF XMAS

Francis Fitzgerald offers his hounds to follow at Romford in festive month

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As the Christmas trees go up and the festive buzz fills the air, the action at Romford is only getting hotter. December is a brilliant time for greyhound fans — the weather gets colder, but the racing gets quicker, sharper and full of surprises.

Whether you're a longtime follower of the sport or just looking for something exciting to light up your winter weekends, these ten greyhounds from Paul Young's kennel (the UK's winning-most trainer) are ones you'll want to keep your eye on.

From lightly-raced pups bursting with potential to seasoned types finding their best form at the right time, each one brings something different — early pace, heart, consistency or raw, improving speed.

So grab a warm drink, settle in, and meet the greyhounds who might just make it a very Merry Christmas at Romford.

1. Bombay Breeze

A little bitch with a big engine and an even bigger heart. Bombay Breeze is one of the most consistent performers in the kennel — she never goes long between wins. She's now hitting peak form at just the right moment, and with her tidy early pace and battling attitude, another victory is very much on the cards.

2. Bombay Buck