Corn Cuchulainn final Sat is live, Ian Fortune looks at the line-up

THE 2025 Donal Beatty Memorial Corn Cuchulainn reaches a conclusion at Shelbourne Park on Saturday with the staging of the €10,500 final of the famous staying event over 750 yards (live on sisracing.tv).

The Beatty Family’s connection to greyhound racing spans generations, and their sponsorship has brought new energy and personal resonance to the 2025 renewal.

Speaking on behalf of the family, Donal's son Seán shared: “Our father, Donal Beatty, was a lifelong supporter of Irish greyhound racing and especially loved the atmosphere and thrill of Shelbourne Park.

"Sponsoring the Corn Cuchulainn in his memory feels like a fitting tribute to his passion and legacy.”

Over the decades, the Corn Cuchulainn has provided a stage for many of Ireland’s outstanding stayers including Ritas Choice, Purple Sun, and Corporate Attack.

It has also been a proving ground for celebrated trainers such as Gay McKenna, Seamus Graham, and Paul Hennessy, each leaving a lasting mark on the competition.

Ian Fortune looks ahead to Saturday's final: