In The Money Players' Podcast

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They start with sad new of the death of Stanhope Gardens at home... New Chelsea's Emma Spencer has more. Also today ARC Group Ops Director Mark Spincer on the healthy crowd at Doncaster for the St Leger plus the group's acquisition of 50% of INVADES. As jockeys continue to flock to Hong Kong, we hear from Hollie Doyle on her plans, JA McGrath on how the expats are getting on, and Caspar Fownes on his impending recruitment of Joao Moreira. Kate Sigsworth is along to discuss the new TBA mandatory welfare levy for breeders, and Keeneland's Tony Lacy tells us how Trump's Big Beautiful Bill has impacted positively on trade,

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show, an early season foray in to the jumping world leads the show with the news that star French chaser Il Est Francais may well be based and trained in England this season. Tom George is along to explain more. Looking toward this weekend, trainer Jim Boyle talks about his hugely exciting Mill Reef hopeful Into The Sky, now co-owned by Doreen Tabor, while Richard Spencer selects the pick of his Ayr Gold Cup trio. Charlie Johnston extols the virtues of the Tattersalls Book One bonus, and outlined plans for undefeated Ancient Egypt, and Harry Derham joins the show with thoughts on David Maxwell's contribution to the sport. In association with Weatherbys, Paul Ferguson tells us what to expect from his latest Jumpers to Follow manual, and has a special offer for NLD listeners.

JK and Horacio discuss Wayne Lukas, match races in West Texas, Preakness @ Laurel, some of his best horses, and more!

Mikee P grabs inthemoneypodcast.com handicapper Rick Tangeman to look at the Late Pick 4 for Assiniboia Downs on Tuesday, Sept 15, 2025. The sequence has a $1 minimum and a $50,000 Guarantee.

Nick Tammaro and PTF lead off with stakes analysis from Woodbine and Churchill Downs. Where does Notable Speech fit in the BC Mile picture? Is Bentornato a good bet in the Sprint? Where will be see Deep Learning and Teddy's Rocket next? They answer these questions and many more.Next up, Goffs USA agent Jacob West joins PTF and they talk about the general positive health of the industry from a breeding and sales side and look ahead to the Goffs Orby sale and the myriad opportunities afforded to the buyers who shop there, We also get an update on some of the impressive two-year-olds and BC Classic contenders (Fierceness, Mindframe), Jacob is associated with through his role on the Repole bloodstock team.

JK and Jonathan talk about the tax code for horse owners, Monmouth, Nitrogen, and the DJ Stable reduction...NOT dispersal!

Nick is joined by ITV presenter Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from the racing world ahead of a key weekend in European Racing. Guests today include Christophe Soumillon, enjoying his role as Ballydoyle supersub, who gives detailed appraisal of the Irish Champion Stakes, and the likely tactical scenario that he'll be faced with on Delacroix. Also today, Karl Burke - on the Donny scoresheet on Day One - looks forward to fielding 5 individual runners in 5 different Group Ones in Ireland this weekend, though sounds a note of caution on Venetian Sun on the likely ground. Plus, on Matt's command, Philippa Cooper joins the show once again with wit and wisdom ahead of Sweet William's run in the Doncaster Cup.

John Gaspar grabs contest wizard and author of Betting With an Edge, Matt Miller for episode 13. Matt won the KY Downs King of the Turf contest this year as well as many other contests.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss yesterday's events in Westminster, featuring the first podcast interview with new BHA Chair Lord Charles Allen, plus contributions from Mims Davies MP and Emma Lavelle and a statement from Flutter. Also on today's show, continuing coverage of the Hillsin enquiry plus a look ahead to the weekend with final declarations for the two big races at Doncaster and Leopardstown.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for the latest from around the racing world. They lead with today's voluntary cancellation of racing in Britain, wonder how it might be best pitched to achieve maximum impact, and consider the bookmakers' and parliamentarians' likely response. Trainer William Haggas joins the conversation. Also on today's show, with the Hillsin enquiry reaching boiling point, we repay the interview that defendant Chris Honour gave this podcast over two years ago, the morning after the race in question. Plus, Sean Levey - booked once again for Aidan O'Brien after last year's Leger heroics - talks through who he'd like to ride out of the trio and gives his candid assessment of Rosallion after another defeat at the weekend. JA McGrath returns for the new season in Hong Kong.

Ray Cotolo and Mikee P are joined by Edison Hatter and Thomas Svensen to break down the $20,000 guaranteed Pick 5 sequence for the 2025 International Trot Day card of harness racing at Yonkers Raceway on Saturday (Sept. 13).

In The Money's PTF and JK break down a gangbusters day of horse racing this Saturday (Sept. 13) at Woodbine Racetrack for Turf Champions Day, including headline races like the 2025 Summer Stakes and the $1-million 2025 Woodbine Mile.

PTF and Jordan Miller kick off the show with analysis of all the Woodbine stakes at more on the Saturday card.Reminder that there's an opportunity to qualify for the BCBC from our friends at Woodbine and Xpressbet/HPIBet. Click on this link for more.Then JK joins PTF for their thoughts on the last five races at Churchill Downs on Saturday.Last but not least Mikee P and Eric Solomon guide us through their thoughts on the final Saturday of racing at Monmouth for 2025.

Trainer Jeremiah Englehart joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on everything from Mo Plex to coaching football, the ins and outs of training 2-year-olds, the unspoken rules of claiming races, his barn location, and plenty more. With decades of experience and a career highlighted by wins at the Breeders' Cup and beyond, Englehart brings a straight-shooting perspective on racing and life around the game.

Mikee P and Chris Cupples analyze the Late Pick 5 on Opening Day at Churchill Downs on Thursday, September 11th. This segment is sponsored by the KTDF. The Kentucky Thoroughbred Development Fund is a unique program to benefit owners and their Kentucky-sired, Kentucky-foaled runners. Its aim is to upgrade the overall quality of racing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Mikee P and Jackson Muniz break down the Late Pick 4 for Assiniboia Downs on Wednesday, September 11th. The Pick 4 has a $1 minimum and a $50K Guaranteed Pool.

PTF is joined by ITM's Kentucky Downs handicapper Michael Domabyl for an even broader view of the closing day card for the 2025 meet.

In The Money's PTF & JK look at Day 7 of horse racing action for 2025 at Kentucky Downs, the only European style turf course in America! The two handicap and provide angles for spot plays on the final card of the 2025 season.

In The Money's PTF is joined by JK to provide an update on the ongoing ITM Horseplayers Tour contests where horseplayers from across North America compete for playoff spots and a shot at a $10,000 Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge Seat at no additional cost! Plus, all proceeds from the ITM Horseplayers Tour goes directly to benefitting thoroughbred aftercare.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing's Oli Bell to take stock of the racing news from around the world. On today's show they begin with updates on injured jockeys Jim Crowley, Trevor Whelan and David Noonan, and pose a number of questions relating to the avoidably of yesterday's incidents at York and Footwell. Also on the show, Francis Graffard reflects on a further two Group One winners, bringing his seasonal tally to a record-equalling nine for a French trainer. Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse puts his achievements into context. Plus, Oli and Nick dissect the Arc Trials, and once again ask Naohiro Goda which of the four Japanese Arc hopefuls has the strongest credentials. With world number one sprinter Ka Yang Rising returning as well as ever, rider Zac Purton explains why he feels he could break the 1.07 barrier and get better still. Plus, Philip Shelton of Medallion Racing tells us why star filly Porta Fortuna is heading to Tattersalls Sceptre Sessions.

On the latest edition of the In the Money Players' Podcast, PTF and Nick Tammaro take a look back at weekend action from Kentucky Downs and Del Mar.Then Price Bell stops by to discuss a remarkable double for the team at Mill Ridge Farm.

In The Money's PTF & JK look at Day 6 of horse racing action for 2025 at Kentucky Downs, the only European style turf course in America! The two handicap and provide angles for spot plays on the sixth card of the 2025 season. People who have never tried Race Lens can get a one month unlimited subscription for only $1 by using promo code KYDOWNS25 at Equibase.com. For existing users, Race Lens is offering a 25% discount on all products during the Kentucky Downs meet!Kentucky Downs is also running the King of the Turf contests, a live-money contest where gamblers can play for 2026 NHC seats. Please visit https://themintkentuckydowns.com/king-of-the-turf/ for more information.

PTF and Jack Jenkins are back with you for additional coverage of Kentucky Downs on Sunday.

In The Money's PTF & JK look at Day 5 of horse racing action for 2025 at Kentucky Downs, the only European style turf course in America! The two handicap and provide angles for spot plays on the fifth card of the 2025 season. People who have never tried Race Lens can get a one month unlimited subscription for only $1 by using promo code KYDOWNS25 at Equibase.com. For existing users, Race Lens is offering a 25% discount on all products during the Kentucky Downs meet!Kentucky Downs is also running the King of the Turf contests, a live-money contest where gamblers can play for 2026 NHC seats. Please visit https://themintkentuckydowns.com/king-of-the-turf/ for more information.

The Keeneland September Yearling Sale is the centerpiece of the global bloodstock market, and this episode takes listeners inside the Lane's End process—from raising and prepping yearlings, to navigating Keeneland's inspection process, to finalizing session placements that can make all the difference for buyers and sellers alike.We dive into how Lane's End, working closely with Andy Howard, Peter Sheehan, and Allaire Ryan makes strategic decisions to ensure each yearling is placed for maximum commercial success. From exercise adjustments to feed changes, every colt and filly is treated like family, with daily conversations and teamwork guiding the preparation. It's a behind-the-scenes look at how the most successful consignments are built for September.Hip 0044 – C – Curlin – Minnie Macy – Lane's End, AgentHip 0057 – F – Into Mischief – Nonna Madeline – Lane's End, AgentHip 0076 – C – Into Mischief – Point of Honor – Lane's End, AgentHip 0100 – F – Flightline – Salty as Can Be – Lane's End, AgentHip 0109 – C – Into Mischief – Secret Sigh – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 0142 – C – Flightline – Star of India – Lane's End, AgentPuccini – C – Flightline – Up (IRE) – Lane's End, AgentJust Sayin – C – Justify – Zellda – Lane's End, AgentHip 0256 – C – Constitution – Bloody Point – Lane's End, AgentHip 0269 – F – Not This Time – Canteen – Lane's End, Agent for Don Alberto CorporationHip 0296 – C – Gun Runner – Dame Dorothy – Lane's End, AgentHip 0302 – C – Gun Runner – Darlectable You (GB) – Lane's End, AgentHip 0319 – C – Flightline – Exotic West – Lane's End, AgentHip 0329 – F – Flightline – Feeling Mischief – Lane's End, AgentHip 0425 – C – Quality Road – Mirror City (GB) – Lane's End, AgentHip 0430 – F – Flightline – Miss Scout – Lane's End, AgentHip 0432 – C – Quality Road – More Hennessy – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 0449 – F – Not This Time – Onslaught – Lane's End, AgentHip 0469 – C – Charlatan – Prevaricate – Lane's End, AgentHip 0496 – C – City of Light – Shore Bird – Lane's End, AgentHip 0512 – C – Good Magic – Solari – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 0526 – F – Good Magic – Stars and Bars – Lane's End, AgentHip 0590 – C – Nyquist – Wild Ridge – Lane's End, Agent for Blue Heaven FarmHip 0596 – C – Uncle Mo – Zinzay – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 0619 – C – Life Is Good – A Star Is Born (IRE) – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 0623 – F – Flightline – Bayerness – Lane's End, Agent for Coteau Grove FarmsHip 0647 – F – Flightline – Centre Court – Lane's End, AgentHip 0656 – F – Quality Road – Christies Treasure – Lane's End, AgentHip 0659 – C – Good Magic – Code Name Kate – Lane's End, AgentHip 0661 – F – Constitution – Cognitive – Lane's End, AgentHip 0664 – C – Maxfield – Cover Model – Lane's End, AgentHip 0679 – C – Jack Christopher – Dolce Lemone – Lane's End, Agent for Don Alberto CorporationHip 0680 – F – Oscar Performance – Dolce Lili – Lane's End, Agent for Don Alberto CorporationHip 0694 – C – Justify – Elitiste (IRE) – Lane's End, AgentHip 0732 – C – Flightline – Gloryzapper – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 0734 – C – Into Mischief – Grace Hall – Lane's End, AgentHip 0747 – C – Tapit – Holiday Music – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 0765 – C – Nyquist – In the Shallows – Lane's End, Agent for Summer Wind Equine, LLCHip 1178 – C – Uncle Mo – Low Pressure Zone – Lane's End, AgentHip 1192 – F – Candy Ride (ARG) – Merseyside – Lane's End, AgentHip 1195 – F – Uncle Mo – Midnight Fantasy – Lane's End, Agent for Coteau Grove FarmsHip 1211 – C – Curlin – More Moonshine – Lane's End, Agent for...

PTF is here with Jack Jenkins with thoughts, tips, and analysis on Kentucky Downs' Saturday card.Check out twinspires.com for info on their contest schedule, including the Mint Millions Betting Challenge on Saturday.Kentucky Downs is also running the King of the Turf contests, a live-money contest where gamblers can play for 2026 NHC seats. Please visit https://themintkentuckydowns.com/king-of-the-turf/ for more information.

PTF kicks off the show with Paul Halloran of the Saratoga Special and HHH Racing Podcast. They give thoughts on Del Mar and we learn about a special project -- a Cody's Wish/Cody Dohrman statue. Learn more over at https://codyswishmonument.com/.Mike Pribozie then takes the reins and talks Monmouth with Eric Solomon and Woodbine with Ray Cotolo.

John Gaspar sits down with 11x NHC qualifier Matt Ache who won his NHC and BCBC seats on Labor Day this year.

Coming to you from Burghley Horse Trials today, Nick is joined by ITV's Oli Bell. Jim Mullen has his say on the harmonisation of the betting tax and what he hopes racing will achieve at next week's lobbying in parliament Before Charlie Johnston discusses who may be in line to ride Lazy Griff now that Christophe Soumillon is required by Aidan O'Brien on St Leger weekend and Oli also shares who he would like to see on board. Ahead of this weekend's big race, the Sprint Cup from Haydock, Nick catches up with James Fanshawe, trainer of Kind Of Blue, who's been a bit disappointing this year but Nick asks whether we can expect him to bounce back on Saturday. Then we end the show by hearing from Simone Meloni, last year's thoroughbred industry employee of the year in situ at Seven Barrows for the launch of this year's awards.

Meet the field of invitees for the 2025 International Trot taking place next Saturday (Sept. 13) at Yonkers Raceway! Ray Cotolo leads a discussion with Mikee P, Edison Hatter and Thomas Svensen to talk about the 10 horses, invited from seven different countries across two continents, that will compete for the $1 million prize on a jam-packed afternoon of racing at Yonkers.

Mikee P grabs inthemoneypodcast.com expert Michael Domabyl for a look at the Pick 6 on Old Dominion Derby Day at Colonial Downs, Saturday, Sept. 6th. The discussion features the last 6 races on the card, all Stakes, All Grass sequence with a $.50 Pick 6 available at a 15% takeout.

PTF and Nick Tammaro kick things off with a lively discussion about the two memorable BC Classic preps -- and important races in their own right -- from the weekend. Tune in to hear their Pacific Classic and Jockey Club Gold Cup thoughts with comments on Fierceness, Journalism, Sierra Leone, Antiquarian and many more. They also discuss the controversial first furlong on the JCGC with thoughts on Kendrick Carmouche, Irad Ortiz Jr., and Dylan Davis, plus Mike Repole's twitter rant. Stay tuned for thoughts on Ted Noffey and Tommy Jo as well and their huge juvenile successes.Nect up, Henry Beeby of Goffs is here to talk about their upcoming Orby sale. It's a loaded catalogue and interesting discussion as he and PTF look back at past sale successes and talk about how Beeby got involved in the game.TwinSpires hosts the $3,000 Mint Millions Betting Challenge, focusing on the massive card at Kentucky Downs on Saturday (Sept. 6). This live money contest requires just a $3,000 buy in ($1,000 entry fee, $2,000 bankroll). Visit https://www.twinspires.com/bet/tourna... for more information. As a reminder, you can sign up for the FREE Players' Newsletter at https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/email - This weekly newsletter, sent on Friday, is a hub for horse racing content from the ITM Team and our partners. If you want even more premium handicapping analysis, including exclusive podcasts, detailed written analysis, and show notes from the free podcasts, please check out ITM Plus - https://www.inthemoneypodcast.com/plus

The fall sales at Keeneland are right around the corner, and Cormac Breathnach joins Billy and Michelle to talk about the planning, the ins and outs, and some of what goes into the biggest yearling sale in the world!

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin by discussing Lord Allen's arrival as BHA Chair and are joined by Musselburgh boss and former BHA board member Bill Farnsworth to determine what should be in the in-tray. Also on today's show, a lengthy piece from Jane Mangan in a revealing conversation with Aidan O'Brien at Ballydoyle, plus Frankie Dettori on an extraordinary weekend in Nashville, Michelle Yu on all the Pacific Classic/Jockey Club Gold Cup talking points, and Jason Maguire on a good weekend for the Rooneys.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick today and joined by Jane Mangan. They begin by reflecting on Jane's morning at Ballydoyle yesterday and the key takeaways from that before discussing the Melbourne Cup nominations that were revealed this morning. Joseph O'Brien explains why he has nominated two for this year's race and outlines their likely preparations beforehand. Ahead of the Betfair Sprint Cup on Saturday, Charlotte catches up with Jerome Reynier, trainer of favourite Lazzat, who also has news of Factuer Cheval, before Kieran Clark of Timeform has a weekly update and Dave Futter of Yorton Stud looks ahead to the Goffs Yorton sale.

Mikee P grabs red-hot Jackson Muniz for a look at the $1 minimum Late Pick 4 for Assiniboia Downs on Wednesday, September 3. The pool has a $50,000 guaranteed pool starting in Race 4.

In The Money's PTF & JK look at Day 3 of horse racing action for 2025 at Kentucky Downs, the only European style turf course in America! The two handicap and provide angles for spot plays on the third card of the 2025 season. People who have never tried Race Lens can get a one month unlimited subscription for only $1 by using promo code KYDOWNS25 at Equibase.com. For existing users, Race Lens is offering a 25% discount on all products during the Kentucky Downs meet!Kentucky Downs is also running the King of the Turf contests, a live-money contest where gamblers can play for 2026 NHC seats. Please visit https://themintkentuckydowns.com/king-of-the-turf/ for more information.

Mikee P and Will Humphrey give some spot plays for the card on Wednesday at Colonial Downs. There are two Twinspires.com contests on Wednesday for Colonial, including a $240 Bonus Feeder into the $600 Kentucky Downs qualifier on Thursday, 9/4 to qualify for the $3000 Mint Millions Betting Challenge this Saturday, September 6th. Go to Twinspires.com and click on Tournaments to secure your spot today!

PTF and JK take a look at the Sunday (Aug. 31) horse racing action over at Kentucky Downs.

PTF is joined by Mikee P for this week's Adelphi segment looking at racing for Saturday (Aug. 30) at Saratoga on closing weekend. JK joins the show later for a look at Saturday's racing at Kentucky Downs before Mikee P wraps the show alongside Will Humphrey with analysis of racing at Colonial Downs on Saturday.

PTF is joined by Mikee P for this week's Adelphi look at Saratoga's Saturday races on a jam-packed card for closing weekend and later talks with JK for the Sunday racing action at Kentucky Downs. Mikee P then takes over hosting duties for the Colonial Downs segment with Will Humphrey providing his expertise for the race card on Saturday.

PTF leads this show with a glance at the Pacific Classic card of racing over at Del Mar alongside ITM's resident Del Mar expert Dean Keppler. Mikee P later grabs the mic and is joined by Jordan Miller to analyze racing at Woodbine and later is joined by Double D, Darren DeLucia, to break down racing from Monmouth Park.TwinSpires Tournaments has DAILY live money contests, including contests for every day of racing over at Kentucky Downs. Sign up today at TwinSpires.com to compete for some of racing's biggest prizes on TwinSpires Tournaments.

Dean Roethemeier of Keeneland Sales is here with PTF to char about the exciting two-year-old racing at Kentucky Downs and Saratoga.Brought to you by Keeneland Sales and powered by the KTDF.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick is based for a few days in Nashville for the popular Kentucky Downs meet, which stages the US's third richest turf race this weekend, the Nashville Derby. James Owen, trainer of Wimbledon Hawkeye, shares his excitement at his first ever trip to America. Meanwhile, we hear from Dan Kubler, who - with wife Claire - is bound for pastures new in Bahrain. Plus, Nick and Lydia wonder why the Racing Tax campaign is so light on petition signatures, count the number of litigants currently being fought by the IHRB, and consider whether Wayne Lordan might appeal his recent whip ban. Also on the show, Philip Rothwell joins the chorus to save Thurles racecourse ahead of today's summit on the track's future, while young pinhooker Finn Kent shares his success at the Goffs UK Doncaster Premier Yearling Sale.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined today by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. They begin with the sad news that former jockey and trainer Geoff Lewis has died at the age of 89, best known for his association with Mill Reef. Lee looks back on some of his biggest days in the sport and why he'll be so fondly remembered. Charlotte catches up with Billy Jackson Stops regarding KHK and Victorious Racing coming together to form Victorious Forever before Adrian Murray is along to share his plans for Irish Oaks winner You Got To Me who he recently inherited and also nominates the key autumn targets for his stable stars. Chloe Pitts of Tattersalls is along to discuss their latest sponsorship deal and a day late this week we go around the bloodstock world with Weatherbys to the US as Nick catches up with Price Bell of Mill Ridge.

Billy and Michelle chat with bloodstock agent Mike Ryan about upcoming fall sales.

PTF and JK break down the last 5 races for Kentucky Downs Opening Day.

John Gaspar sits down with Ten Strike Racing's Clay Sanders to discuss his win in the Travers Day Contest at Monmouth Park this past weekend.

Ray Cotolo and Mikee P are joined by Century Downs announcer and handicapper Murray Slough to preview the Wednesday night (Aug. 27) harness racing stakes action and the Late Pick 4 sequence for Century Downs.

PTF kicks off the Travers Saturday recap mining for Breeders' Cup clues with Nick Tammaro. Does Sovereignty deserve to be the clear favorite for the Classic? One of the guys thinks so, the other is not so sure. Plus thoughts on Thorpedo Anna, Hope Road, Book'em Danno, Patch Adams and many more.Then, Joel Funk of morningline.io is here to talk all about the new and improved concept of his company -- a new and exciting way to play the horses. Listen up and then check out what they have to offer. Click here to learn more.

Mikee P grabs Pacific Horseplayers staple Noah Meagher to look at the late pick 4 at ASD on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. The sequence covers the last 4 races has a $1 minimum and a 50,000 guarantee.