Image courtesy Greyhound Recorder - Jeff presents the trophy to Mark Gatt after the win by Gradence, in The Collerson.
When it comes to greyhound racing there’s no better raconteur than respected journalist Jeff Collerson.
In our special interview Jeff reflects on half a century as chief greyhound writer for the Mirror and the Telegraph. He understood the game, and knew everybody in it.
He explains the origin of his lifelong nickname “Pigeon” and pays tribute to some of the famous journalists he worked with. He talks of a golden run on the punt which took him to Paris and a chance meeting with a girl destined to become his wife.
For the dog fans he reminisces about his all time favourites.
This is a funny interview with a skilled storyteller.
(Banner image courtesy Greyhound Recorder - Another day at the office for Jeff Collerson.)
Image courtesy Greyhound Recorder - Jeff’s all time favourite - Zoom Top - in one of her 68 wins.
Image courtesy Greyhound Recorder - Zoom Top was one of greyhound racing’s most versatile champions.