Irish Derby
He attempted to complete an English/Irish Derby where he met Rackethall Jet once more. But he was beaten into second place by Judicial Pride in the final. Following the Irish Derby, White decided to rest the dog for seven months. Rapid Ranger's return came at the Brighton &amp; Hove Greyhound Stadium where he placed second to Droopys Vieri, who went on to knock Ranger out of the 2001 Scottish Derby in the second round.