Corgis race during Patriots' home opener against Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:20 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Twelve corgis participated in the 'Fast and the Furriest' halftime race at Gillette Stadium during the New England Patriots' home opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 20. One standout was Elphie, a 10-year-old corgi who chose to seek belly rubs rather than run. Ultimately, Luna clinched the trophy in a close race. The event was organized by Little Stumps Racing, expanding its reach with NFL events since 2022. Patriots players were polled ahead of the race, with many predicting Peaches would win, but she did not.
- •The corgi race took place during the Patriots-Steelers game.
- •Elphie did not participate in the race, opting for attention instead.
- •Luna won the race, succeeding in a last-second finish.
- •Little Stumps Racing organized the event, growing its NFL presence since 2022.
- •Patriots players selected their favorite corgi before the race.
- 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Watch 12 corgis take over the field during the Patriots' home opener
"Twelve corgis competed at Gillette Stadium during the Patriots-Steelers game, with Patriots players picking their favorites.
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