Wagering giant Tabcorp extends its support of GRSA by a further five years

In a boon for SA greyhound racing, Greyhound Racing SA has announced a five-year contract extension with wagering giant Tabcorp.

TAB Chief Operating Officer Paul Carew and GRSA Chairman Grantley Stevens give the deal a thumbs up

WAGERING giant Tabcorp has extended its long standing partnership with South Australian greyhound racing for a further five years.

Greyhound Racing SA (GRSA) announced the partnership renewal on Tuesday which will “play a significant role in helping stabilise the industry and deliver on important reform measures”.

The new and expanded partnership will see TAB assist GRSA with numerous business development opportunities, including driving animal welfare, rehoming and infrastructure outcomes.

“TAB have been long-term supporters of greyhound racing in SA, and we are thrilled to announce the extension and growth of this partnership,” GRSA Chairman Grantley Stevens said.

“This is a great outcome for the SA greyhound racing industry.

The deal will see TAB remain as the naming rights sponsor of the Adelaide Cup until 2028

“TAB will continue to have a strong presence across our state and play a significant role in helping us stabilise our industry and deliver on the reforms we are currently working through with the SA Government, including our deep commitment to providing first-class care for our greyhounds.”

The partnership will also see TAB retain naming rights for the time-honoured Group 1 Adelaide Cup until 2028 which last week was won by the Jason Thompson-trained Excavation.

“With the support of TAB, we will showcase nearly 500 race meetings across SA, creating inclusive, social experiences for people of all backgrounds while also playing an important role in supporting our economy,” Mr Stevens added.

“This was evident at last Friday’s Group 1 TAB Adelaide Cup and we look forward to working with TAB to develop these experiences over the next five years.”

Paul Carew, Tabcorp Chief Operating Officer, said the partnership extension underpinned TAB’s commitment to SA greyhound racing.

“TAB is a longstanding partner of GRSA and we are delighted to be on board for the next five years,” Mr Carew said.

The Jason Thompson trained Excavation was the recent winner of the TAB Adelaide Cup

“We are, and have always been, a big supporter of SA greyhound racing and this partnership reflects our commitment to helping grow greyhound racing in this state.

“We look forward to working closely with GRSA to further strengthen the greyhound racing industry in SA through our TAB wagering and Sky Racing platforms, which includes TAB’s digital platforms and a collaborative marketing approach to drive on-course attendances.”

The partnership includes exclusive naming rights at all SA tracks, including Angle Park, Gawler, Murray Bridge, Murray Bridge Straight and Mount Gambier.

Originally published as Wagering giant Tabcorp extends its support of GRSA by a further five years