Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Special: From Ballydoyle with Aidan O'Brien by Nick Luck

Nick returns with the first of this week's shows, with four excellent guests. First, Aga Khan Studs racing manager Nemone Routh reflects on the Poulains (French Guineas) triumph of Rayif, yet another top level success for the operation. Nemone also gives us the lowdown on some of the other stable stars. Also today, media personality, race planner and owner Kevin Blake tells Nick about James J Braddock, his Leopardstown Derby Trial winner, hot on the heels of his involvement in Friday's Chester Cup. Plus, owner George Waud with Derby dreams after Maltese Cross's win at Lingfield, and Richard Brown on Lockinge favourite Damysus, recent acquisition Gethin, and an exciting two year old about to hit the track.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding on this Friday morning. They begin by setting the scene at Chester yesterday where racing was in the balance after horses slipped in the first race. After a an extremely lengthy steward inquiry, racing did get the green light and clerk of the course Eloise Quayle explains how the track came to be in that condition and what they've done ahead of racing this afternoon. Hugo Palmer, who trained the winner of the first, shares his views whilst Timeform's David Johnson questions whether they going description of ‘good' was at all accurate given the times we saw yesterday. Kevin Buckley reflects on a very successful week so far for the Coolmore / Ballydoyle team before finally Nick takes us to Chile as we hear from the owner/breeder of last weekend's Dahlia Stakes winner.

Nick is joined by Oli Bell to cast an eye over today's major racing stories. Continuing coverage of impending Financial `Risk Assessments, Nick talks to BGC CEO Grainne Hurst to pin down the council's position and intuit the Gambling Commssion's next steps. Broadcaster and campaigner Josh Apiafi also joins the show to discuss whether his brainchild GamScore can provide an AI-based solution within the likely GC framework. Plus, John Gosden at Chester yesterday, and 1/ST Racing's SVP Peter Rotondo on the likely make-up of the Preakness and the Royal Palm qualifiers for Royal Ascot.

Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They open up today with discussion of tomorrow's key Gambling Commission board meeting on Financial Risk Assessments (affordability checks). Bookmaker Geoff Banks has his say. Also on today's show, top jockey Mickael Barzalona on another potential Aga Khan Studs star in Daryzan, as well as half brother Daryz as he limbers up for the Prix Aga Khan IV. Plus, Nick Bradley on his big Chester team, featuring the redoubtable Al Qareem, Newmarket Director Sophie Able on the spike in 18-24 attendance at the Guineas meeting, and long-time radio and TV sports broadcaster Sonja McLaughlin on being one of the voices of the new sport and music station Track Radio.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to bring you today's racing news and analysis. They lead with a deep dive into yesterday's Ascot/RCA announcement and ask what might be the implications for the industry. Plus, could Peter Savill be on his way back as BHA Chair? Also today, Hugo Palmer on his massive Chester squad and the Ascot decision, Karl Burke on where next for his two 1,000 Guineas fillies, Dan Barber with the Timeform perspective, and agent Mark McStay on an International treble, spearheaded by yesterday's exciting winner Velozee. Nick and Lydia also look ahead to this week's key Classic trials and look back at Hawk Mountain and Minnie Hawk yesterday.

Nick is joined by David Yates for today's canter through the racing headlines. First, Nick takes in the breaking news that Ascot Racecourse is set to leave the Racecourse Association (RCA) after its requests of last month were not sufficiently met. CEO Felicity Barnard joins Nick to explain. In Kentucky, Nick has caught up with Derby winning owner Daisy Phipps, who describes her success with Golden Tempo as the "best day of my life." Adam Mills from TPD tells us how he did it. Also today, we hear from George Boughey in the immediate aftermath of Bow Echo's Guineas romp, plus get the immediate Timeform assessment. After a bountiful weekend on the Rowley Mile, Charlie Johnston joins the show with news and plans for some of his heroes and has an update on the return of Lazy Griff.

A bumper Saturday Edition this week ahead of the Guineas at Newmarket & the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs. Beginning with Newmarket we hear from various connections including George Boughey (Bow Echo) William Haggas (Needle Match), Seamie Heffernan (Thesecretadversary), Jim Boyle (Into The sky), Charlie Pike (Padraig Dawn), Ed Walker (The Prettiest Star) and Stuart Williams (Azleet). Then onto Churchill Downs for our Kentucky Derby preview with Britney Eurton before Brad Cox (Commandment & Further Ado), Riley Mott Incredibolt & Albus), Michael and Jules Iavarone and Ramiro Restrepo (The Puma) share their hopes for their contenders tomorrow.

Nick - in Kentucky - is joined by Jane Mangan, in Punchestown, to take a look at a vibrant weekend of racing around the globe. In Louisville, Nick is joined by NBC colleague Britney Eurton for the definitive guide to the Kentucky Derby, while he also catches top with social media phenomenon and political activist Carlos Eduardo Espinna about the work that he is doing for racing's backstretch community. Ahead of the Guineas weekend, Nick talks to Seamie Heffernan, confident of a big run from Thesecretadversary in the 2,000 Guineas, and Stuart Williams, hoping that Azleet can build on her Nell Gwyn success. Fitzdares trader Henry Beesley gives us a market update on the weekend Classics, while his colleague Hermione Drummond-Moray discusses the firm's renewed relationship with Goodwood. Meanwhile, Kevin Blake drops in to tell us about his big result at the Tattersalls Guineas Breeze Up sales.

Nick is joined by David Yates to look at today's racing headlines. They begin with the stunning success of Gold Cup winner Gaelic Warrior at Punchestown yesterday, and hear from rider Paul Townend as well as the thoughts of Timeform's Dan Barber with historical perspective. William Haggas drops in to talk about a rare runner for the stable in the 2,000 Guineas while, in Kentucky, Nick catches up with three-handed Derby trainer Brad Cox plus the inimitable Michael and Jules Iavarone, who have bought into The Puma. Anna Seitz from Fasig Tipton announces new developments ahead of the Mid-Atlantic sale at Timonium, while Ben Atkins has all the latest from the Pointing world.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght for a jam-packed show spanning the horseracing world. They begin with the news of 14-time Champion Trainer Paul Nicholls's split with his biggest owners Johnny and Sam de la Hey, before a look back at yesterday's Punchestown highlights in the company of Grade One winning rider Sean Flanaga. In Kentucky, Nick talks to Derby rookie Riley Mott about his two contenders and taking on legendary father Bill. Also today, Aussie trainer Henry Dwyer on his hopes to acquire a British licence, and Alan King on Edwardstone and buying horses at this week's Guineas breeze-up sales. Plus, Britain's youngest trainer Charlie Pike on saddling a 2,000 Guineas runner, amateur rider Charlie Marshall revels in winning a second Maryland Hunt Cup, and JA McGrath with all the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick - in Kentucky - is joined by Lydia, in Punchestown, for an edition that threatened to be derailed before it began. But fear not: here it is, in the company of Willie Mullins, who reflects on his season and looks forward to more success this week with Denis Kirwan. Plus, Ed Walker and Jim Boyle on their Guineas hopefuls, Ballylinch's John O'Connor on Bayside Boy's blistering start at stud, and Dan Barber on how Dan Skelton broke all the records. Also today, Emma Webb tells us about a beautiful sculpture auctioned by Tattersalls Online in aid of DoItForBrodie, a charity set up in honour of her daughter, who took her own life at 16.

Charlotte Greenway bringing you the Nick Luck Daly from the yard of the Betfred 2000 Guineas favourite, Bow Echo, as we hear from his trainer George Boughey, five days out from the first classic of the British flat season. David Yates joins Charlotte throughout and gives his views on both the colts and fillies classics this weekend before reflecting on the action we've seen over the last few days. Starting at Sandown and the performances of Raaheeb and Opera Ballo before moving to the jumps action, comments on the ground and Dan Skelton breaking the £5 million prize money barrier. Looking further afield we hear from Nick in Hong Kong as he joined by trainer of Ka Ying Rising, David Hayes, after his runaway success in the Chairman Sprint and James McDonald Jockey of Romantic Warrior basking in the glory. David Johnson of Timeform shares their figures and Barry Connell looks ahead to his three runners at Punchestown this week in the Grade 1s.

Ahead of the action this weekend Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to the key meetings across the globe starting at Sandown tomorrow, the final day of the 25/26 jumps season where Champions will be crowned including Tristan Durrell, Champion Conditional elect, and he looks forward to get back aboard Mirabad in the Grade 1 Celebration Chase and explains why the set up of the race is likely to suit and Fergal O'Brien discusses his bet365 Gold Cup fancy In d'Or. Onto Hong Kong next where we hear from Christophe Lemaire as he prepares to partner Masquerade Ball, the main dancer to Romatic Warrior and then Harry Eustace discusses the chances of Docklands in the Fwd Mile. Finally, on Sunday at Longchamp we will see the return of last year's Arc hero Calandagan and trainer Francis Graffard shares what he's hoping to see from the Aga Khan colt this weekend.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead to look ahead to the action coming up over the next few days as they run through key runners at Sandown, Hong Kong and Longchamp. We hear from Champion Conditional elect Tristan Durrell who reflects on a fruitful season and looks forward to his ride aboard Mirabad in tomorrow's Grade 1 Celebration Chase. Hugo Palmer has his say on the barrier trial debate and shares his thoughts on how we should manage this going forward. Chester Williams pops in to provide an update on how his marathon training is going ahead of the big day on Sunday in London whilst Philip Rothwell shares his plans for the 50,000 euros he looks set to bag tonight at the William Hill extra place series finale and explains why these sorts of initiatives are so important.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to look through today's racing headlines. They are joined first by trainer Jamie Snowden, unhappy at the withdrawal of his horse Maximum Offers at Ludlow yesterday, and more so by what he perceives to be a conflict of interest on the part of the BHA Veterinary Officer. Also today, pro punter Patrick Veitch weighs in on the Barrier Trials controversy, Jane has news of Colin Keane's untimely ban and likely appeal, Oli Bell is joined by Anthony Stroud at Goffs sales, while Nick catches up with stable representatives Lucy Brocklehurst (Royal Champion) and Darragh Dwan (Comanche Brave).

Nick is joined by Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick is in Hong Kong, where he is joined by JA McGrath and trainer of Docklands Harry Eustace to look ahead to FWD Champions' Day. Meanwhile, back home, he talks to trainer Fergal O'Brien who reveals that he will split with jockey Johnny Burke after this weekends' Bet365 Gold Cup (pair represented by In D'Or). Dane O'Neill - now back as assistant to former boss Henry Candy - tells us how the new partnership has got off to a dream start. Meanwhile, Nick and Matt discuss the burning topic of whether barrier trials should be in the public domain.

Nick - in Hong Kong - is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First today, star rider Christophe Lemaire outlines the regard in which he holds this weekend's QE2 contender Masquerade Ball as he faces up to Romantic Warrior and co. Timeform's Dan Barber provides ratings perspective on the task at hand. Also today, jockey Rossa Ryan looks ahead to an interesting and excellent book of pattern race rides at Sandown on Friday, including Derby triallist Raaheeb. Plus, Neil Chaning on the potential takeover of Evoke, Oli Bell sets the scene for the Goffs Doncaster Breeze-Up Sale with MD Tim Kent, and we have the latest in our series with NYRA in the lead up to the reopening of Belmont Park with Glen Kozak, Executive VP Operations and Capital Projects.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to canter through Monday's global horse racing headlines. On today's show, they reflect on the latest raft of Classic Trials, and look ahead to some of the best of the week ahead. They are joined by Francis Graffard, with news of Calandagan, Daryz plus his Newmarket Guineas contender. Karl Burke nominates big targets for John Porter winner Convergent, while Saffie Joseph Jr enjoys the success of his warrior White Abarrio in the Oaklawm handicap. Dave has his say on Aidan O'Brien's Classic plans, as revealed to Nick on yesterday's Luck on Sunday, as well as the Green Party's latest pronouncements on racing.

Charlotte Greenway builds up to the classic trials at Newbury in this week's Saturday Edition. Ahead of the Nell Gwyn, we hear from Angus Gold, racing manager to Shadwell, who discusses the chances of favourite Touleen. Richard Fahey provides an update on Catching The Moon and how she has progressed over the winter while Emma Banks looks forward to seeing Princess Petrol take her chance and shares what they're hoping to see from her tomorrow. Onto the colts trial, the Greenham, trainer Eve Johnson Houghton has an update on favourite Zavateri and looks at how ready he's going to be for his seasonal debut. Finally, Karl Burke looks forward to Convergent reappearing in the John Porter, a horse he's always held in high regard.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to cast eye over Friday's racing news and talking points. Eve Johnson Houghton opens the show, hoping that her stable star Zavateri can better another Ballydoyle hotshot in tomorrow's Greenham Stakes at Newbury. Also today, owner-breeder Emma Banks talks about those twin passions, her guest starring role in the upcoming TBA webinar, and Princess Petrol in tomorrow's Fred Darling. James Willoughby looks ahead to the clash between Sovereignty and Journalism in the Oaklawn Handicap, while Dan Skelton tells us that there are still goals to achieve this season, runs through his team for Ayr this weekend, and reflects on a record breaking purchase at Tatts Cheltenham yesterday.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing's Matt Chapman, who begins today's show with a report on the situation at Brighton racecourse, whose intended fixture on Saturday has been shelved owing to track damage from leatherjackets and badgers. Also today, Stuart Williams reflects on shock Nell Gwyn winner Azleet, and Richard Fahey on his chances of winning the Fred Darling. Plus, young bloodstock agent Charlie Dee explains how he bought a Keeneland Grade One winner from humble origins, while NYRA's Andrew Offerman looks forward to the opening of Belmont Park this autumn. Ben Atkins drops in for a look at the Point to Point scene.

Tom in for Nick and joined by senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead. We initially discuss two key bits of news that broke yesterday. First, trainer Evan Williams being sentenced to three years in prison having been found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm. Second, the news that Laafi has indeed been disqualified from the race in which he finished first past the post at Aintree and we ask whether or not it would be preferable to DQ horses on the day. Trainer Oliver Greenall gives his view and also talks of a new syndicate venture he and Josh Guerriero are rolling out. We hear from Charlie Poste who has more horses going through the ring today at Tattersalls Craven Breeze Up Sale and he also touches on rider Sam Lee whose funeral it is today. With that in mind and in response to the Sky News feature on jockey mental health, Nick is joined by chief executive of the IJF Lisa Hancock who speaks of all the work they do on this front. Newbury's George Hill gives an update on the latest conditions at the track which throw Constitution Hill's participation in the John Porter into doubt. Karl Burke is likely to have the favourite for that race and he touches on his touches as well as Hankelow in tomorrow's Craven Stakes and we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV presenter Jane Mangan to look through today's racing headlines. Leading the show today is an interview with Social Market Foundation Senior Fellow Dr James Noyes, who explains his evolving stance on affordability checks and his letter to Lisa Nandy in yesterday's Guardian. Neil Channing has commentary. On the racing front, Shadwell boss Angus Gold talks Guineas fancy Touleen, while George Boughey has news of Bow Echo's work on the Rowley Mile this morning, and Dan Barber straddles both codes. Dr Ashley Parker from Ascot Stud, Johannesburg, is this week's bloodstock guest.

Nick and Lydia look back on Saturday's Randox Grand National, in which I Am Maximus regained his crown, making it a third successive win in the race for his trainer Willie Mullins. We also reflect on the Festival as a whole, Dan Skelton's first Trainers' Championship, the Gold Dancer incident, Betting, TV viewing figures, the atmosphere and racegoers experience, plus an update from Sara Bradstock on Mr Vango

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for Monday's show, looking through the racing headlines from around the world. With the review of Aintree occupying its own edition, this show focuses on the Flat and the Classic trials this week, but opens with the news that veteran rider Joe Fanning, out of the saddle since November, has had surgery for prostate cancer, but is already eyeing a return to race riding. Also on today's show, news from Ballydoyle on running plans for this week, plus David Menuisier on his Nell Gwyn and classic hopeful Inis Mor, trainer Adrian Bott reflecting on the triumph of Sir Delius in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Randwick, and Fernando Laffon on the two progeny of Persian King that have lit up the early French Classic Trials.

The annual 'Chance or No Chance?' podcast is back ahead of the 2026 Randox Grand National as Nick and Lydia Hislop takes you through all 34 runners in tomorrow's famous Steeplechase, wrapping up with both their 1-2-3-4-5. Plus our regular contributors all send in their picks for tomorrow's big race with a wide spread of selections.

Day 2 of the Randox Grand National Festival and Nick comes to you from the track, alongside Lydia Hislop, to look ahead to the action this afternoon as well as reflect on yesterday's results. Mouse Morris is along as he supervises his Topham runner Indiana Jones as well as Kieran Burke who has Soul Icon in the sam contest this afternoon. Dan Barber has the latest from Timeform and finally Laura Wright joins the line up ahead of singing the national anthem ahead of tomorrow's big race.

Coming to you live from Aintree on Day 1 of the Random Grand National Festival and Nick is joined by David Yates to look ahead to the action this afternoon whilst Matt Chapman makes an appearance whilst out on track. Georgina Scott is out picking grass with last year's Champion Hurdle winner Golden Ace who steps back up in trip this afternoon in the Aintree Hurdle and discusses her chance whilst Cian Collins share his hopes for Jazzy Matty, who makes a surprise appearance over hurdles tomorrow, taking advantage of a lower mark than over fences. We get the word on other horses out and about including Bill Baxter, who tomorrow will bid to win a second Topham and Molly Armytage looks ahead to her first ride over the famous National fences in this afternoon's Foxhunters'. Ahead of this evening's GOFFS Sale on course, Derek O'Connor and Tim Kent run through the catalogue whilst NYRA's Chief Revenue Officer Tony Allevato catches up with Nick as they discuss the role Fox and NYRA could play as FanDuel and preparing to wind down. Finally, Will Kedjanyi has a politics update and previews the latest Bet the House podcast.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick this Wednesday morning and joined by the Mirror's David Yates. As declarations and jockey bookings come through Charlotte and Dave give their immediate reaction including to that of Willie Mullins's decision to jock up Tom Bellamy on last year‘s winner Nick Rockett, with son Patrick opting to ride Grangeclare West. Josh Guerriero explains the decision to put first time cheap pieces on Jagwar in the National and offers an update as well on Iroko. Jockey Lorcan Williams looks ahead to a couple of big rides on day one of the festival including former Champion hurdler Golden Ace before trainer Max Comley shares his hopes for his two in the mares bumper and seemed cautiously optimistic that Burds of a Feather will put her best foot forward. Henry Beesley has a market update from Fitzdares before we hear about the Tattersalls Craven Breeze Up sale catalogue from Jason Singh and we wrap up with our weekly update from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for a look at today's racing headlines. Looking ahead to Aintree, Nick is joined by trainer Gordon Elliott (six likely runners in the Grand National) and owner Richard Thompson (Grangeclare West). Plus, Paul Byrne on owning Irish National winner Soldier in Milan, BHA CEO Brant Dunshea on today's open letter to the Secretary of State on affordability checks, Dan Barber's Timeform perspective, and CJ Smith on the revival of racing in Zimbabwe.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan on Easter Monday for a look at the key racing headlines from around the world. Trainer David Hayes is first on today's show to respond to this morning's outrageous performance from Ka Ying Rising at Sha Tin, extending his unbeaten streak to 19. Also on the show today, Nick and Jane begin the build up in earnest to the Randox Grand National, with news from trainers Jimmy Mangan and Gavin Cromwell, including important defectors from the race. Plus. Rachel King on becoming the first woman to win the Australian Derby, jockey Clifford Lee on his extraordinary comeback win on Al Qareem, and Adam Mills runs the rule over the weekend's key Kentucky Derby trials.

Charlotte Greenway bringing you the podcast on Good Friday and joined by RTÉ‘s Jane Mangan. They look ahead to the action this weekend with particular focus on Fairyhouse's Easter Festival for which the highlight will be Monday's Boyle Sports Irish Grand National. Sean Graham, racing manager to Tony Bloom and Ian McAleavy, is along to discuss next steps for those in their burgeoning ownership empire including Energumene who runs Monday and two fillies that could play a big role in the Classics this flat season Venetian Sun and My Ophelia. Finally, Simon Marsh debriefs us on his recent trip to the Inglis Easter yearling sale where Watership Down purchased a AU$2.2 million Too Darn Hot colt.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding, who starts by looking at the issues at Chelmsford racecourse that meant today and tomorrow's fixtures will not take place. Since the BHA's ruling yesterday, both parties have posted contradicting statements and Jon looks at whose role it was to protect trainers, owners, jockey etc in this situation. Trainer Ben Pauling joins the show to look ahead to Monday's Irish National, for which he has favourite The Jukebox Kid, as well as running through his team for Aintree and Punchestown. Paddy Twomey discusses some of his leading lights for the 2026 season and Ben Atkins has the latest from the point to pointing field in Britain.

Josh steps in for Nick on today's episode of Nick Luck Daily, unpacking plenty of racing headlines. From the 2,000 Guineas scratching drama at Ballydoyle to the surprise reappearance entry of Oxted five years on. There's discussion around the cancelled Chelmsford City fixtures and resulting owner frustration, reaction to Gemma Waterhouse's departure from Racing Welfare, and Willie Mullins' single entry for the Scottish Grand National - and what that could mean for the British Trainers' Championship. The episode also previews Lambourn Open Day, while Neil Channing joins to talk betting shop closures and their wider impact, alongside the latest updates from Hong Kong with JA McGrath. Daily Mirror journalist Dave Yates is alongside throughout to offer insight and analysis.

Josh steps in for Nick with a packed show covering the key stories across racing, including Paul Nicholls' plans for Aintree and his reaction to Cheltenham's decision to cancel their final three fixtures due to track work. Harry Derham joins to discuss Jackie Hobbs' Grade 1 chance at Fairyhouse and the future targets of his exciting novices, while Kieran Clark breaks down the standout Timeform performances from Dubai World Cup night and Erdenali's striking debut at Saint-Cloud. The episode also dives into the first-season sire market with Mark Cancea, features Nick's interview with Champion Bumper-winning breeder Christopher McKeever, and tackles the big talking point of Constitution Hill's opening flat rating of 101, with the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding on hand throughout to give his verdict.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick on Monday morning and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. They start by bringing you the news that Cheltenham has cancelled its final three fixtures of the 2025/26 season and Clerk of the Course Jon Pullin is along to discuss this decision. In the aftermath of the Dubai World Cup meeting, Charlotte catches up with Nemone Routh, racing manager to the Aga Khan studs, after their stalwart Calandagan landed the Sheema Classic. Nemone also has news of 2025 Arc winner Daryz as he prepares to make his seasonal debut and also reflects on the astonishing debut from Erdenali yesterday. Dubai World Cup winning trainer Steve Asmussen joins the show as he speaks to Nick and Total Performance Data's Adam Mills dissects the Kentucky Derby trials from the weekend. Charlotte and Lee also reflect on the action from Doncaster and Ireland and look at FanDuel's decision to wind down its TV production and what this means for US racing.

Charlotte Greenway is back with the Saturday Edition ahead of a bust weekend between racing at Meydan in Dubai, Doncaster in Britain and Rosehill in Australia. Kicking off in Meydan we hear from various connections including Francis Graffard (Calandagan); David Casey (Ethical Diamond); Hit Show (Florent Geroux); Jamie Osbourne (Heart of Honour and Brotherly Love); Harry Sweeney (Pyromancer); Jose D'Angelo (Bentornato); Alex Lieblong (Reef Runner) and Charlie Hills (Khaadem). Then onto Doncaster Harry Eustace and William Haggas discuss their leading chances in the Lincoln as well as others on the card plus William Haggas provides an update on his two runners at Rosehill this weekend,

On the show today, Nick is joined by ITV's Matt Chapman to cover all the racing news from around the world, starting with William Haggas who's set for a busy weekend with two runners at Rosehill in Australia, including Dubai Honour and fancies at the Lincoln meeting at Doncaster. William also discusses some of the exciting three year olds in the yards heading into the 2026 turf season. Legendary rider Patrick Valenzuela explains why at the age of 63, he's making a comeback in the saddle, after nearly 10 years out. On the topic of jockeys, trainer David Loughnane reflects on the ban Billy Loughnane picked up at Wolverhampton last night aboard one of his horses that could see him spend three weeks on the sidelines. Finally, ahead of the Dubai World Cup meeting tomorrow, Florent Geroux looks forward to defending his crown in the big one aboard Hit Show.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Among talking points today are the government's refusal to reform the (Horserace Betting) Levy, the second Flat victory for Constitution Hill, the tenant operator of Chelmsford City racecourse going into administration, and the declaration of Albert Einstein for this Saturday's Gladness Stakes. In Dubai, Nick catches up with Godolphin Japan representative Harry Sweeney, plus Jamie Osborne - trainer of Heart of Honor and Brotherly Love - as well as Reef Runner's owner-breeder Alex Lieblong. Also today, Xander Brett brings us a special report on the imperilled future of jump racing in Sweden.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to spin through today's racing headlines. First up, Aidan O'Brien explains the surprise entry for Albert Einstein and a number of his other leading three year olds in Saturday's Gladness Stakes at the Curragh. Also on this show, Nick and Jane pay tribute to Sir Gino, the brilliant jumper, who died yesterday. Plus, David Casey on Ethical Diamond in Dubai and his own thoughts on the Mullins Grand National contenders. Charlie Hills looks forward to a possible Dubai-Doncaster big race double with Khaadem and Galeron, while trainer Jose D'Angelo gives us the lowdown on Golden Shaheen contender and Breeders' Cup hero Bentornato, and JA McGrath has all the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick and Lee begin with a look at Constitution Hill's race at Kempton on Wednesday and bring you further developments in the Alan Spence case, which looks set to go to appeal. Reflecting on the mighty Australian filly Autumn Glow's latest romp, they are joined by her owner John Messara, who underlines the impact on everyone at his Arrowfield Stud and gives us his own wishlist of future accomplishments, including Royal Ascot 2027. Also today, legendary trainer Henrietta Knight talks to Nick about the differences in this incarnation of her training career following her double at Kempton yesterday, while Ben Haslam talks of his joy at scooping the £100,000 All Weaher bonus with Yorkshire Glory, and Dan Barber covers three continents in this week's Timeform wrap-up.

Nick brings you this episode from Munich airport as he makes his way back from the BMW Hong Kong Derby. He is joined by David Yates to bring you all the headlines from around the racing world. They are joined first by trainer Harry Eustace, whose La Botte is a warm order to win the first major race of the UK turf season, the William Hill Lincoln. Also Doncaster bound is Kathy Turner, who tells Nick about her three-pronged bid for the Brocklesby, named for her late father Bill. Around the globe - and ahead of the intended Dubai World Cup card this Saturday- Francis Graffard shares his confidence behind world champion Calandagan, while Michael Kent jnr reflects on Golden Slipper success at Rosehill with the hugely talented Guest House, and Mark Newnham looks back on a debut BMW Derby win at Sha Tin with Invincible Ibis. Nick and Dave also cover the Alan Spence case, which concluded shortly before the weekend.

Tom in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. We speak initially to trainer Gordon Elliott who gives us the full debrief upon his Cheltenham Festival before looking ahead to Aintree and to his chances of being crowned Irish Champion trainer. Kieran Shoemark is along to look ahead to three rides at next week's Dubai World Cup and to the new flat turf season in the UK. Nick has an update from the BHA's CEO Brant Dunshea on a new cross-industry Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. Ruth Jefferson looks ahead to a big weekend up north and we have Ben Atkins with us to talk all things pointing in association with the Tattersalls Cheltenham sale.

Nick - in Hong Kong - is joined by Mirror man David Yates to canter through the day's global horse racing headlines. They lead with the news that The Sun newspaper is continuing its 'Save Our Bets' campaign, with cross-industry backing, to face down the threat of yet more restrictive affordability checks and the migration to the unregulated market. BHA boss Brant Dunshea joins the show to discuss. Also today, Nick and Dave reflect on the conclusion of the de Boinville/Queally case as well as the Welsh Greyhound Racing ban. In Hong Kong, Nick catches up with trainer Mark Newnham, with Invincible Ibis a big runner in Sunday's Derby and fresh from a 5-timer at Happy Valley. Meanwhile, Annabel Archibald drops in to tell us about the claims of Chayan, her likely favourite for Saturday's Golden Slipper, plus David Letts on the ROA/RSA's series of racecourse events to convert fans to ownership and Chester Racecourse's Patrick Chesters on the new partnership with NYRA.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick today and joined by RTE's Jane Mangan. They look back on Cheltenham and pick out some of the key moments whilst also hearing from successful trainers AJ O'Neill and Padraig Roche on where there Festival successors might head next. Jane give her view on Nick Rockett's prep run for the National and runs through the list of jockeys who are set to miss a number of days at Aintree through whip bans picked up at Cheltenham. Jane then recounts her trip to Ballydoyle and nominates the horse made the biggest impression before we have bad news from the greyhound world, along with a statement from GBGB's CEO Mark Bird. It's Wednesday so we wrap up by heading off to Hong Kong for an update from JA McGrath.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show Jockey Club CEO Jim Mullen explains the rudiments of the new £100m deal with Compass, while - fresh from moderating the National Trainers' Federation AGM - Nick talks to new president Hugo Palmer. Also today, trainer Josh Guerriero gives the latest on his two Grand National runners Iroko and Jagwar, while Kingston Hill's owner Dave Armstrong revels in the success of White Noise at the Festival: the only winning progeny of a British based sire. Plus, Kieran Clark gives the definitive Timeform view of Cheltenham, while pre-trainer, breeze-up consignor and ex-jockey Conor Hoban has news of an impressive upcoming draft for the Craven and Donny sales.

A special treat for our listeners this Monday as Jane Mangan is in Ballydoyle today catching up with supremo Aidan O'Brien. If you want to know how his leading lights are getting on and what their likely targets will be, you're in the right place. From older horses, to the Classic generation and a two-year-old to watch including: Minnie Hauk, Albert Einstein, Scandinavia, Diamond Necklace, Precise, Gstaad, Twain, Pierre Bonnard etc.

On the Monday post the Cheltenham Festival Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead to reflect on the four days but first up they address the news that The Jockey Club have entered a 20 year deal with catering partner Compass Group's Levy, resulting in a £100 million payment. Nick and Lee look at where this money might be put to good use including at Aintree and also looking at the significance of Sandown not seemingly receiving any of this investment. Back to Cheltenham, Dan Skelton reflects on his week with two winners and some nice prospects for the future whilst outlining likely plans for stable stars The New Lion, Mydaddypaddy, Grey Dawning etc. before Josh Stacey has the reaction from the winners enclosure after Gaelic Warrior's demolition job in Friday's Gold Cup. Jane Mangan is at Ballydoyle for their press morning and has the latest from there in an interview with Aidan O'Brien and finally, Sebastian Hutch of Inglis looks ahead to their Easter Sale coming up later this month.

On the final day of the Cheltenham Festival, Nick is joined on course by Lydia Hislop and Timeform's Dan Barber to reflect on all the drama from yesterday including comments on the going by Willie Mullins/JP McManus as well as Home By The Lee's surprise victory in yesterday's Stayers' Hurdle. Charlotte is out on the gallops catching up with Patrick Mullins who has a strong book of rides and is full of confidence ahead of Gaelic Warrior's Gold Cup bid for the team. Ben Pauling joins via FaceTime to look ahead to The Jukebox Man and Diva Luna this afternoon and shares why he's optimistic for his runner in the Albert Bartlett.

Live from the gallops on Day 3 of the Cheltenham Festival as Nick is joined by Jane Mangan and David Yates to reflect on yesterday's action, in particular the complaint filed by Declan Queally against Nico de Boinville for comments allegedly made at the start of the Turners Novices Hurdle. Henry de Bromhead has a big day ahead with Bob Olinger looking to go back-to-back in the Stayers Hurdle this afternoon, and joins to discuss his chance as well as his remaining runners over the next two days. With five Grade 1s already on the board, Willie Mullins and David Casey reflect on another fantastic day yesterday and have their say on whether Fact To File will be able to handle the quicker surface in the Ryanair.