Two greyhounds burst from the traps like a bolt of lightening for a race that might only last 30 seconds.

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On the 16th August 2008 after 75 years the dogs at the Walthamstow track raced for the last time Developers will now move in to turn the track into homes.

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Size: 6142px × 4096px
Location: Walthamstow, London, UK
Photo credit: © Richard Splash / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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