Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for the Friday edition of the popular daily racing podcast. As they prepare to usher in the weekend's highlights, they are joined by owner Bryan Drew - whose Final Demand and Panic Attack promise plenty across GB and Ireland. Henry de Bromhead also joins the show with news on his many runners over the weekend, while other guests include TBA CEO Naomi Mellor, who has news of Breeders' Day at Warwick next week, and Tattersalls MD Matt Prior with the latest from the sales house.

Nick is back with the popular daily racing podcast alongside racing post lead writer Lee Mottershead. With the news the State Man is out for the season still fresh, Nick gets the latest on two horses whose careers have intertwined with his: Gordon Elliott tells us Brighterdaysahead will to run at Navan this weekend, while Jeremy Scott says that Golden Ace may yet make the Fighting Fifth after her disappointing comeback. Plus, Ben Pauling reflects on an excellent day yesterday with Diva Luna, while updating us on several stable stars. In Bahrain, Nick catches up with Godolphin boss Hugh Anderson, and handicapper Phil Smith as the kingdom seeks Group One status for its biggest race. Plus TPD's Adam Mills tries to find a tactical angle into the Bahrain Trophy. With Magic Millions the next major Australian staging post, MD Barry Bowditch explains how this event has become such a phenomenon in recent years.

Nick is joined by ITV's Oli Bell to canter through this morning's racing headlines. With a whole host of stars set to take to the stage this weekend in Ireland and the UK, Nick talks to Charlie McCarthy - owner of Kopek des Bordes - about the return of last season's star novice hurdler, set for his chasing debut at Navan this weekend. Also on the show, James Owen spins through a host of smart horses bound for Cheltenham, including Ambiente Friendly, Trad Jazz, Hallelujah U, Burdett Road and more. In Bahrain, Nick catches up with Thady Gosden, Ralph Beckett and Dan and Clare Kubler, while JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, including a tribute to jockey Brian Rouse, who has died aged 85.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to look over today's racing headlines. They are joined first by National Trainers' Federation CEO Paul Johnson, who warns of the potential impact of business rate rises on training establishments in Britain. Also on today's show, in-form trainer Sam Thomas on what promises to be another fruitful weekend at Cheltenham, plus Timeform's Dan Barber with encouraging words on a few novice chasers. In Bahrain, Nick reflects on a season of plenty with trainer Karl Burke, and gets the lowdown on Bahrain International contender Royal Champion, as well as an update on injured stable rider Clifford Lee. George Scott reflects on another Group One win at the weekend, while Overbury's Simon Sweeting considers how studs such as his own should and can respond to the foal crop crisis. Kentucky-based stalwart consignor James Keogh is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Nick is joined by Mirror Newsboy David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Dan Skelton joins the show to reflect on his excellent weekend, too look ahead to his fancies for the Paddy Power fixture, and for comment on the news of the moment surrounding pitiful fields for novice chases. Also today, Nick and Dave round up the action from the last few days, Ann Duffield tells us why she's handing over the reins and also details the impact of John Dance on her business. Plus, with Nick now in Bahrain, Racing Director Ed Veale joins the show to preview this Friday's big race, while Charlotte catches up with owner Phil Cunningham on his squad for Dubai.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by Racing TV's Lydia Hislop to look ahead to the racing on British soil this weekend, on which we hear from Josh Guerriero, who runs two in the Grand Sefton at Aintree, favourite White Rhino and last year's third Gaboriot. Charlotte and Lydia look back at the key performances from yesterday and give their assessment, they discuss the walk-over at Newbury yesterday and small fields at Wincanton tomorrow and also the upcoming sale of stallion Sands of Mali and the complications behind the ownership of this horse. Kelly Thomas, breeder of Gstaad shares the story of how she bought the dam for £800, who has now provided them with two individual Group 1 winners. Lydia looks at a recent article in the Irish Times regarding accusations against suspended trainer Luke Comer and looks at the report published by the Treasury Committee on the taxation of gambling.

Nick, in Melbourne, is joined by David Yates to reflect on the events of the day from around the racing world. Nick catches up with owner Stewart Andrew, who talks about his hopes for National hero Nick Rockett as well as his burgeoning love affair with racing in Australia. Also today, jockey Sean Levey speaks candidly about his recent lengthy whip ban and how his motivation may have been misconstrued in the BHA enquiry. Plus, Mary Ellet - for many years the 'go-to' for ponying internationals ahead of America's biggest races discusses her role and why she got such a kick out of Forever Young's Classic win. Meanwhile, Graham Budd has news of his latest memorabilia auction at the Museum in Newmarket next week.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by Jane Mangan first off to continue to look back on the international action that we've enjoyed over the last few days starting at the Breeders' Cup and the European achievements before moving onto Melbourne on where we hear from Melbourne Cup winning jockey Jamie Melham who Nick called up with the day after her big success. Next attentions turn to the jumps as Rebecca Curtis weighs up the pros and cons of the Betfair Chase at Haydock over the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury for Cheltenham Festival and Irish National winner Haiti Couleur. Olly Murphy, who has Resplendent Grey in both races, shares his likely plans for the recent Carlisle winner as well as discussing some of his other brightest stars, including Jonbon and Douvan's half brother. Jane takes a look at the Clonmel Oil Chase tomorrow featuring three high class horses including Il Etait Temps who could be set for a big season and also an intriguing mares contest on the same card. We also hear from one of the latest jockeys to join the training ranks Nick Schofield, who sends out his first runner tomorrow, before wrapping up the show with our regular Wednesday update from Hong Kong with JA McGrath.

Nick is on the scene at Flemington in the aftermath of the Melbourne Cup 2025, won by Half Yours. We hear from winning rider Jamie Melham, before Nick sits down with co-trainer Tony McEvoy to talk through the deep significance of the success. Wayne Lordan, rider of runner up Goodietwoshoes, also joins the show, while we hear from expat Dom Sutton, who fields a key contender in Thursday's Oaks, as well as Oliver and Tanya Sherwood, mid-sabbatical down under. Plus, BHA CEO Brant Dubshea reacts to newspaper reports that racing will get its carve out on the budget, while Dan Barber is here for a jumps review from last weekend. Australian sports host Adam Peacock is alongside for comment and insight.

Nick has landed in Melbourne from California, where he is joined by Lee Mottershead on the day between the Cups. Reflecting on the remarkable victory of Ethical Diamond in Del Mar, Willie Mullins joins Nick in the Qantas departure lounge, while your host tracks down the winning owners - Andrew and Michael Heffernan - after they have touched down. At the Call of the Card event, Nick talks to Racing Victoria CEO Aaron Morrison, defending Cup champion Robbie Dolan, Racing.com host Michael Felgate and man of the moment in Australia Stephen Power aka The Racing Blogger.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad at Del Mar ahead of Breeders' Cup 2025 with all the latest racing news. Guests today include Ron Anderson, latterly agent to Frankie Dettori, plus Dettori's new employer Kia Joorabchian on how his future is likely to look. Plus, Mike Repole, as forthright as ever on the Breeders' Cup Classic, Sam Sangster, Richard Brown and Tim Gredley. Meanwhile, Joseph O'Brien looks ahead to the Melbourne Cup, and Charlotte chats to reigning champion Simone Meloni as the deadline approaches for the Godolphin Thoroughbred Industry Awards.

Ahead of the 2025 Breeders Cup from Del Mar Charlotte Greenway recaps on the interviews from the last couple of weeks with connections of runners over the next couple of days. We kick off with the feature race the Breeders' Cup Classic, which unfortunately does not feature Sovereignty after he was ruled out with the temperature. We do however hear from Michael McCarthy, trainer of Journalism who'll be hoping to win it for the three-year-olds, whilst Yoshito Yahagi shares his hopes of winning the race with Forever Young and becoming the first Japanese horse to do so. Finally on this, Mike Smith, the winning most Jockey at the BC discusses his mount and along with his four others. Then moving on, we hear from Christophe Soumillon on all of his rides for Aidan O'Brien as he continues to step in for Ryan Moore whilst Patrick Cooper shares why he believes Amiloc will be suited by the BC Turf. Billy Koch also talks about Gold Phoenix‘s chance in the Turf and finally James Owen previews Wimbledon Hawkeye's chances before Hugo Palmer looks at his runner in the Juvenile Turf Sprint, Ardisia. Jockey Umberto Rispoli is along to pick out his best ride of the weekend along with trainer Cherie DeVeaux, who send a select team to Del Mar. Finally, we hear about the chances of two European challenges in the turf sprint, Khaadem and Shes Quality.

Nick brings you Thursday's edition once again from Del Mar, home to this year's Breeders' Cup. He reacts to the news that Frankie Dettori has announced his retirement from USA racing, before he sits down at length with Bill Mott, who today was forced to withdraw favourite Sovereignty from the Breeders' Cup Classic. Also on today's show, Umberto Rispoli looks beyond losing the Journalism ride and anticipates a bold showing from Johannes and some of his other remaining mounts. Finally, we hear from Dr Des Leadon on why the proposed EU welfare of animals in transit bill could wreak havoc on the racing industry.

Nick is at Del Mar, and reacts to the news that broke on Tuesday morning that Breeders' Cup headliner Sovereignty may miss the race, according to trainer Bill Mott. US broadcaster Michelle Yu was on hand when the announcement was made and gives her perspective. Also today, Nick has a glorious chat with two of the sport's great achievers and survivors, Patrick Biancone and Mike Smith. Smith has five rides this Weekend, including Nevada Beach in the Classic, while Biancone relies on juvenile turf sprint fancy Lennilu. He also explains how All Along was defeated in the inaugural Breeders' Cup Turf. Plus, Cormac Breathnach from Keeneland is along to talk about the pre-BC sale on Wednesday night, and Tattersalls' Jason Singh talks to Charlotte about the mares' sale. Meanwhile, Nick reflects on Dylan Browne McMonagle's first jockeys' championship with the Irish Field's Mark Boylan, catches up with Forever Young's trainer Yoshito Yahagi, and gets the lowdown on Tuesday's treasury select committee questions on gambling with Neil Channing.

Nick is at Del Mar, soaking up the atmosphere and reflecting on the Post Position Draw for Breeders' Cup 2025. He does so in the company of Rishi Persad and Matt Chapman, while guests include trainer Cherie DeVaux, syndicate supremo and broadcaster Billy Koch, and Breeders' Cup CEO Drew Fleming, Dan Barber joins in to give us the Timefom perspective on what's hot and what's not at Del Mart.

Nick - now in California ahead of the Breeders' Cup - is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Christophe Soumillon, fresh from another Group One double yesterday gives his verdict on the Ballydoyle two year olds, while looking ahead to the Breeders' Cup, where he will strive to get down to his lowest riding weight to ride Minnie Hauk in the Turf at 8st 7lbs. Also today, Karl Burke with the latest on Clifford Lee, Sam Hoskins on election to the ROA board, and Jason Richardson with a report on an historic Cox Plate. Plus, we discuss the latest industry efforts on the Racing Tax.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They ask whether Aidan O'Bri can help surpass his own record of Group One wins in a season with a healthy contribution this weekend. Our Breeders' Cup coverage continues with She's Quality's trainer Jack Davison and with Adam Mills on why the draw is crucial in the Breeders' Cup Turf. James McDonald drops in to tell us why he thinks Via Sistina will be back on point in this weekend's Cox Plate, while Jamie Osborne looks forward to more Dubai Carnival success with a solid string of dirt horses, and Jason Singh previews the horses in training catalogue. Meanwhile, Plumpton Director Thomas Savill tells us about his remarkable charity bike ride in aid of the rare form of cancer that claimed the life his sister Charlotte.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for today's edition of the popular racing podcast. They begin with Zac Purton, responding to Maureen Haggas's candid comments on his ride on Lake Forest. Also on today's show, Craig Kieswetter on Il Etait Temps, his own trip to the Breeders' Cup and his international bloodstock empire. Plus Hugo Palmer on a US-Aus 24 hour special with Ardisia and Seagulls Eleven, and James Owen on his two Breeders' Cup runners. Nick and Lydia look ahead to the weekend and discuss the £10m Unibet fine.

Nick is joined by Matt Chapman for a canter through the racing headlines, and with a strong focus on next weekend's epic Breeders' Cup Classic. We hear from Sovereignty's rider Junior Alvarado plus get the lowdown on old rival Journalism from trainer Michael McCarthy, who explains why regular rider Umberto Rispoli has lost the ride to Jose Ortiz. Also on today's show, Charlie Hills speaks movingly about what's next for him, Cicero's Gift and Del Mar-bound Khaadem. Penny Taylor from Godolphin drops in to remind all to get voting ahead of the TIEA Awards, while Jamie Insole is hoping for more luck at the Tattersalls Horses in Training after the success of Witness Stand, plus Jim is back with the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates for a canter through today's racing headlines. With Breeders' Cup pre-entries in the offing, racing manager Patrick Cooper tells us of the bold plans for Amiloc, who could be set for several countries through the winter after a run at Del Mar. Plus, Ben Pauling on the Cheltenham Saturday plans and news of his stable stars, Ascot's Nick Smith on coaxing Ka Ying Rising to the Royal meeting, Dan Barber with the latest on the world's best plus a nod to Gordon Elliott at Far Hills at the weekend, Noel Fehily on the David Maxwell dispersal at Tattersalls, and Jodie Standing releases her new "Point to Point" recruits in conjunction with Weatherbys.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They review a tremendous weekend that began with Ka Ying Rising and ended with Calandagan, and do so in the company of Francis Graffard (who also has news of his many other international contenders for the remainder of the year), TPD's Adam Mills, JA McGrath reporting from Randwick, and Hong Kong CEO Winfried Engelbrecht Bresges. Adrian Bott joins the show as his team reacts to the enforced withdrawal of Sir Delius from the Cox Plate and Melbourne Cup, while Caulfield Cup-winning trainer Calvin McEvoy enjoys the spellbinding performance of Half Yours.

The Saturday Edition - Ep 181 by Nick Luck

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for a canter through the day's racing headlines on the eve of British Chamions' Day. Courtesy of Ascot, we hear from Aidan O'Brien and Andrew Balding, likely to be two of the day's key players, while Nick talks to Mickael Barzalona about an outstanding collection of rides, including Calandagan. Also today, Dan Barber with all the Timeform 'Quick Hits' for Champions' day. In other news, with Melbourne Cup and Cox Plate favourite Sir Delius missing both races owing to veterinary protocols, Nick and Lydia discuss this dramatic development, plus we hear from Brian Ellison, whose Onesmoothoperator edges closer to a run in the Cup and limbers up at Geelong on Wednesday. Cheltenham changes to the Festival race program are put under the microscope, while trainer Eric McNamara eyes up another win in the Munster National at Limerick on Sunday.

A final chance for you to meet all 13 candidates seeking election to the Racehorse Owners Association Board ahead of voting closing at noon on Friday

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV's Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They continue the build up to the weekend's big races, with guests Ed Walker, hopeful of big things from Almaqam, David Menuisier, and Johnny Murtagh, who also announces that stable star Zahrann has been sold to Australia. On that note, Channel 7's Lizzie Jelfs drops into tell us how she has acquired a minority interest in Melbourne Cup contender Furthur. Plus, Dr Jeff Berk is our latest ROA board candidate to advertise his credentials, while Nick and Jane discuss the resfuffle in senior executive and non-exec positions at the Jockey Club, and also ask whether the upcoming National Hunt foal sales are likely to present a grim picture.

Nick is joined today by Rishi Persad as the build up continues today to some of the world's biggest races. William Haggas leads the show on the painstaking process to get Economics back to the racecourse for the first time in a year. Also today, Jerome Reynier on why he believes Lazzat can return to his glorious best in the sprint, plus - in Australia - Chris Waller talks us through his big hopes for a third Everest win and his Caulfield Cup chances. Malcolm Franklin is the latest ROA candidate to take to the NLD hustings, while JA McGrath has all the Hong Kong news, Charlie Vigors toasts his sons' success at Tattersalls, and Charlotte catches up with consignor Laurence Gleeson.

Nick is joined by Matt Chapman for today's edition of the world's most recognised racing podcast. They ask questions of the major horses in the lead up to British Champions' Day, and do so in the company of jockey James Doyle., who has six live chances through the UK's big Ascot finale. Plus, Channel 7's Jason Richardson joins us in association with Aushorse to discuss the Everest draw, as Matt ramps up the pressure on Ka Ying Rising. Cheshire-based owner Garry Adams is the latest candidate to join our ROA hustings, Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective on the season's two year olds, Will Duff-Gordon has news on a new initiative between TPD and Ascot, while multiple Melbourne Cup winning owner Nick Williams is our Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates for a fascinating and truly international edition of the popular racing podcast. Today's guests are headed by owner Charlie Bond, who has made a high profile purchase ahead of Ascot's Champions' Day to further bolster his burgeoning squad. Also today, Keith Donoghue describes how winning the Velka Pardubicka aboard Stumptown was the biggest thrill of his life. Plus, Everest slot-holder James Harron on his deal with Yulong this year, Mike Repole on Fierceness, Mindful and other Breeders' Cup hopefuls, and Erwan Charpy on the upcoming season in Dubai. Nick and Dave review Future Champions' weekend and look ahead to BCD.

The Saturday Edition - Ep 180 by Nick Luck

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop on Newmarket's Rowley Mile for the first day of Dubai Future Champions' Weekend. They take a good look at both big juvenile Group Ones this Weekend, while lamenting the lopsided look at this year's Cesarewitch and wonders what now for one of the season's great handicaps. They are joined today by Ted Voute, manager to Oxagon's owner Prince Faisal, and also by Michael Dods, hopeful of some bold shows from stable stars at York this Saturday. Plus, trainer Harry Derham readies a large team for the major opening jumps fixture at Chepstow, while Pin Oak Stud's Ben Bernhard is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Nick and Charlotte live at Tattersalls again for the final day of Book One. Guests today include Charlie Appleby, with a full run down of his squad for Newmarket this weekend, plus an early look at his Breeders' Cup squad. Also on today's show, Nick spends some time with Luca and Sara Cumani after their stellar Wednesday for the Fittocks Stud team, while Chad Brown discusses the importance of Tatts yearlings in bolstering his team and gives the lowdown on Sierra Leone'e preparation in defence of his Breeders' Cup Classic crown. Saracen's Polly Bonnor tells us how she has fed Book One's Top two lots, while Joseph O'Brien has the latest on his Fillies' Mile contender, and Anthony Stroud, Simon Marsh and ROA board hopeful Mark Johnston also join the show.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by Jane Mangan to look back on the action from day 1 of the Tattersalls Book 1 yearling sale in which Godolphin certainly left their mark including securing the top lot of the day. Jane and Charlotte look at why we may not have seen the same fireworks of last year and why to some the market appeared a bit 'patchy'. We hear from Anthony Rogers of Airlie Stud who sold his first seven figures homebred out of his mare that keeps on giving and Fabienne Parkin who consigned her first yearlings yesterday discusses why she's ventured into the consignment game and Simon Mockridge discusses Lead Artist, who's joined the Juddmonte stallion roster for the upcoming breeding season. Nick catches up with Pip Kirkby about the newly created schooling races in the UK, in an effort the recreate what's so widely used in other countries around the world before JA McGrath had the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan live from Tattersalls in Newmarket for the opening exchanges of Book One. As the trade gets off to a flying start, they catch up with a whole host of heroes of recent days, including Jessica Harrington, Henry Dwyer, Ben Sangster and Eve Johnson Houghton. Bloodstock agents Mark McStay and Ross Doyle join the conversation, while Kia Joorabchian gives us a sneak preview of his intentions before acing on them in some style. Jason Singh gives the sales house overview. Plus, from Australia, JA McGrath is trackside for the Ka King Rising barrier trial, and gets immediate reaction from David Hayes and Zac Purton, while - in conjunction with AusHorse - Newgate's Henry Field charts the extraordinary success story of stallion sensation Extreme Choice. Dan Barber wraps up the best of Arc weekend from the Timeform perspective.

Nick and Charlotte bring you today's episode across two continents. Charlotte is at Paris Longchamp in the company of David Yates to review Arc day, with. their musings interspersed with reaction from all the key players, including Princess Zahra Aga Khan, Francis Graffard, Henry Dwyer and more. Nick is in Kentucky, and has thoughts on the best of the US action - primarily at Keeneland - with a contribution from Will Walden, trainer of impressive Grade One winner Rhetorical. Wathnan's Richard Brown also joins the show to discuss a remarkable weekend for the operation which included wins in Newmarket's Sun Chariot and the Canadian International, as well as big race wins at Ascot, Dusseldorf and Longchamp.

Charlotte Greenway is back with the Saturday Edition and previews Sunday's Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe from Longchamp as we have a whole host of contributions starting with Andre Fabre (Sosie & Cualificar); Pierre-Yves Bureau (Sosie & Aventure); Francis Graffard (Daryz, Gezora & Quisisana); Barry Mahon (Kalpana); Andrea Atzeni (Giavellotto); John Hammond (Laffard) & Jessica Harrington (Hotazhell). Also Sean Quinn looks forward to JM Jungle in the Prix de l'Abbaye before Maddie Playle speaks to Richard Brown of Wathnan Racing ahead of a big weekend for them in Canada and finally Charlotte has an interview with yesterday's key note spoke at the Racing Foundation Conference Stuart Rowson while Lydia Hislop responds to his comments on the how we should be marketing the sport to encourage more of the youth to get involved.

Nick is joined by Lydia ahead of a superb weekend's sport around the world. With events in Paris taking centre stage, Nick and Lydia run the rule over each of the 17 remaining runners in the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, with contributions from Stephane Pasquier, rider of Sosie, and TPD's Adam Mills, who has a suggestion as to why this race will be won in the first furlong. Also on today's show, Lydia reviews the premiere episode of Champions: Full Gallop, screened at BAFTA last night, and analyses some of the contributions from senior racing figures during the speeches. Plus, with Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna the star attraction at Keeneland this weekend, Nick talks to her trainer Kenny McPeek about her present and future. Meanwhile, Jason Singh has the latest on the upcoming Tattersalls Sales, while Weatherbys take us this week to Kenya to meet both Sirai Stud manager Venetia Phillips and Kabir Dhanji from marketing company Kivuli Creative.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates as at the build up continues toward the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. Today, they are joined by Juddmonte's Barry Mahon, who explains why headgear now goes on big race fancy as well as running the rule over other upcoming Group One glory hunters Blue Bolt, Jonquil, Field of Gold and more. Also today, the Arc through Timeform's lens with Dan Barber, Sean Quinn on why JM Jungle can emulate the stable's HIghfield Princess by winning the Abbaye, and Nick Smith with news of two new inductees to the Hall of Fame. Plus, broadcaster and entrepreneur Josh Apiafi talks to Nick about revisiting his groundbreaking documentary charting the progress of diversity within the sport.

Nick is joined by ITV's Oli Bell to look behind today's racing headlines. With the Arc just days away, Nick catches up with three-handed Francis Graffard, who also makes positive noises about Zarigana in the Foret. Also today, P-Y Bureau, racing manager to the Wertheimers, assesses the relative merits of Sosie and last year's runner-up Aventure, while Richard Thompson delights in a first ever Cheveley Park Arc runner in Estrange. Plus, RMG CEO Nick Mills on the new ITV deal, Goffs Group CEO Henry Beeby wraps up the Orby sale, and JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by a host of guests from around the world to take you behind today's racing headlines. With a tax hike on betting operators strongly hinted at by Chancellor Rachel Reeves yesterday, Nick talks to ex-MP and APPG Chair & current Star Sports Chair Sir Philip Davies about what yesterday's events at the Labour conference might mean. Also today, celebrated broadcaster Bruce McAvaney makes his debut on the show to discuss the big events in the australian racing spring and where horse racing now sits in the national sporting consciousness. Plus, Jane Mangan is along to provide insight on this weekend's Arc and the ongoing Orby sale at Goffs, while John Hammond makes the big race case for GP de Paris winner Leffard. Adam Mills tells us why Rebels Romance is still the one to beat even if Ombudsman shows up in the Breeders' Cup Turf, while Celia Djivanovic is the latest to take part in the ROA hustings, and Dan Barber tells us about the new Timeform Sprint series.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world at the beginning of Arc week. After a quick going update from Adrien, we hear from eight-time Arc winner Andre Fabre, who has Sosie and Niel-winner Cualificar in this year's race. Also in the build up to Sunday, we hear from Andrea Atzeni, who has picked up the ride on Giavelotto, and Jessie Harrington, rolling the Arc dice with Hotazhell. Plus, in the build up to Keeneland's Coolmore Turf mile this weekend, Sam Sangster joins us in anticipation of another big run from Diego Velazquez, part of a strong European team for the race. In Ireland, Dave Keena brings us a lovely interview with 56-year old Niall McCullagh, who took the Irish Cesarewitch yesterday on Puturhandstogether.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With 100 Labour MPs inviting Rachel Reeves to impose much higher taxes on the gambling industry, Nick and Lydia once again consider the extent to which such hikes are inevitable, and explore the consequences in conversation with BetGoodwin boss Julian Head. Also today, Sam Haggas joins the show to discuss the two Book One Bonus winners that he purchased yesterday, with particular focus on his burgeoning association with owner George Waud. Plus, Nick and Lydia put this weekend's big races under the microscope, Timeform's Dan Barber calls for a return of a prize for the winningmost horse of the season, Mark Howard previews his 33rd edition of One Jump Ahead with some names to follow, and Sam Hoskins is the latest ROA board aspirant to attend the NLD hustings. Meanwhile, the BHA's Katie Carr drops in to discuss the sport's recently published environmental sustainability strategy.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad for another edition of the popular racing podcast. First up today is top trainer Ed Walker, livid at the inaction of the Goodwood stewards on Wednesday, and the general level of rough riding in the UK. Also on today's show, with the continuing hullabaloo surrounding Scandinavia's non-participation in the Melbourne Cup, Nick talks to Jason Singh, owner of a three year old - Furthur - who has passed the vet checks for Australia. Plus, as the ROA board elections draw closer, Nick aims to give a platform to each of the 13 candidates, beginning today with Mouse Hamilton-Fairley. Finally, we hear the BHA's Tom Byrne in conversation with Nick Lightfoot on the authority's own podcast in response to Ruby Walsh's remarks on the NLD last Friday on the 'Poniros' rule.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to look at today's headlines from around the racing world. With the news that Scandinavia has likely not passed the veterinary panel for the Melbourne Cup, Nick talks to Racing.com's Michael Felgate, who broke the story before any official announcements. Also on today's show, George Boughey talks about why he believes Royal Lodge entry Bow Echo to be potentially the best he's trained. Plus, Australian based export Jack Pilkington has an interesting add to the debate surrounding raceday electrolytes, while Craig Williams shares his excitement over weekend Group One winner Sir Delius, JA McGrath survives the Typhoon in Hong Kong, and agent, consignor and breeder Luke Lillingston is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With news that Wootton Bassett died in the early hours at Coolmore Australia, Nick discusses his life and legacy with Coolmore's Tom Magnier, Bloodstock expert Bill Oppenheim, and breeder Colin Bryce. Timeform's Dan Barber provides the numbers. Joseph O'Brien also has warm words for the late sire of his own Al Riffa, while looking ahead to some serious targets this week in the Goffs Million and Middle Park Stakes. Plus, David Hayes drops in to discuss the progress of Ka YIng Rising, now in Sydney. Meanwhile, Nick talks at some length to Cheltenham CEO Guy Lavender about the number of customer-focused changes that have been effected ahead of next year's Festival.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They are joined first by Owen Burrows, in two minds whether to field his star juvenile in the Rockfel or go straight for the Fillies' Mile. After a round up of the weekend's action, and news of Almeric's lofty target, Nick has a statement from the BHA on why trainers are not allowed to administer electrolytes on raceday, in the wake of Chris Gordon's case at Plumpton on Sunday. Plus, Nico de Boinville joins the show ahead of his impending comeback from injury, George Scott celebrates a win in the German St Leger while looking forward to Isle of Jura's return this week, and Julian Dollar outlines the Newsells Park draft - which includes Zavateri's half sister - as they bid to top Tattersalls Book One for the eighth consecutive year. Meanwhile, Tattersalls Ireland CEO Simon Kerins previews their big yearling sale, which begins tomorrow.

Charlotte Greenway brings you the Saturday this week and starts by providing an update on the Hillsin case after the independent disciplinary panel's ruling at lunch time today. Then it's onto the racing and to Ayr with Jim Goldie and Richard Spencer on their Ayr Gold Cup winners whilst Kieren Shoemark gives a positive update on tomorrow's Royal runner in the Firth of Clyde, Lightning Polka. Newbury next and Jim Boyle shares his expectations for the wildly impressive maiden winner Into The Sky who steps up into Graded company for his second start in the Mill Reef Stakes and finally Cieren Fallon looks forward to getting back aboard last season's Sprint Cup winner Montassib who's having his first run of the season.

Nick is joined by ITV's Oli Bell for at today's racing headlines. They are joined first by jockey-turned-TV pundit Ruby Walsh, who voices strong criticism of the new BHA jump measures, amongst which is a rule that would have prevented last year's winner, Poniros, running in the Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham. Also today, Nick and Oli ask how significant is Ian Duncan Smith's latest intervention in the gambling tax debate, Ayr maestro Jim Goldie shares the secrets of the longevity of his stable stars and why his unconventional campaigning works, Charlie Fellowes brings you up to speed on this weekend's Newmarket Open day, Orlando drops by from the Fitzdares trading room, and Dr Roberto Righi Schwammwer has news on Italy's premier yearling sale.

Charlotte Greenway filling in for Nick today and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. They begin by hearing from Aidan O'Brien who looks ahead to some key Autumn targets for some of Ballydoyle's stable stars along with discussing when plans are likely to be confirmed for the weekend's big winners, Delacroix and Scandinavia. Both Cieren Fallon and Kieran Shoemark or along to look forward to their rides this weekend at Newbury & Ayr whilst Kieran Shoemark also looks forward to a trip to Sweden on Sunday. Jacob West, the US representative for GOFFS shares why the Orby Sale is so attractive to US buyers before we switch codes and hear from Paul Nicholls on an exciting new recruit from the British point to pointing scene, whilst he also shares his hopes for some of the stable's brightest stars this season. Finally, Blaithin Murphy has news of a new charity partner at Wincanton racecourse.

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.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan for a debrief on all the weekend's events in the racing world. They lead with "What's next for Delacroix?", before picking out other highlights on Irish Champions' Weekend, including Zavateri's National Stakes win in the company of owner Mick Mariscotti and the admirable Melbourne-bound Al Riffa with Australian Bloodstock's Jamie Lovett, plus Adam Mills considers what the options should be for Scandinavia and Lambourn after Aidan O'Brien's ninth St Leger win. Also on today's show, Kia Jooabchian delights in the 1-3 for his Amo racing in the Flying Five, while he also announces Power Blue unlikely to run again this season, elaborates on yesterday's comments on Ralph Beckett and gives details of his forthcoming sales strategy. Finally, we hear from popular jumping amateur David Maxwell following his decision to retire from riding.