The 2000 William Hill Greyhound Derby took place during May and June with the final being held on 3 June 2000 at Wimbledon Stadium.
One of the finalists Smoking Bullet was owned by Vinnie Jones.
[2] At Wimbledon (over 480 metres):[3] 3¼, 1¾, head, 6½, 2 (lengths) The distances between the greyhounds are in finishing order and shown in lengths.
[4] Four greyhounds were installed as 16-1 joint favourites in the ante post lists; they were Juvenile and Byrne International winner Knockanroe Rover, Laurels, All England Cup and Birmingham Cup champion Derbay Flyer, Eclipse champion Mumble Swerve and the Nick Savva trained Sonic Flight.
[5] In the final Rapid Ranger vied for the lead with Deerfield Sunset on his inside before Rapid Ranger pulled clear and won easily.