Podcasts about Aintree

The Final Furlong Podcast Weekend Betting Guide is back. After landing five winners last Saturday and hitting 33/1, 11/4, 5/2, 9/4 and 5/6 in our Punchestown special, Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael to break down Saturday's ITV Racing card with strong opinions, confident NAPs and big-price angles across Kempton, Lingfield, Newcastle and Fairyhouse. This is a deep dive into the races that matter — with clear betting positions and prices that stand out.

George McDonagh has all the details of the announcement of the 2026 Aintree Grand National weights. The race is scheduled for Saturday, April 11th.   

The Final Furlong Podcast Weekend Betting Guide is back, and this is a stacked Saturday across Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael to preview every major ITV race, with strong opinions, big-priced handicaps and Grade 1 headliners.

The Final Furlong Podcast | Weekend Review & Cheltenham Festival Clues Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills, Jaime Wrenn, and Barry Doyle to break down a huge weekend of National Hunt racing packed with Cheltenham Festival contenders. From Arkle favourites to Supreme dark horses, Gold Cup questions to handicap plots, this is a proper race-by-race review of what actually matters for March.

Happy New Year! Every year, we look back at the last 12 months & crown the winners and losers from the previous year's animal rights & vegan news from around the world. This time around Ant is joined by Shane & Paul; in this second half of the awards show, they discuss....The Most Annoying Storyhttps://www.farminguk.com/news/tory-council-blasted-for-running-anti-dairy-campaign_65937.htmlhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn0yrd3jlgrohttps://www.lbc.co.uk/article/vegan-shopper-protest-megaphone-5Hjd5d8_2/https://www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2025-04-29/controversial-chicken-farms-received-millions-in-government-subsidieshttps://committees.parliament.uk/committee/62/environmental-audit-committee/news/209231/government-rejects-outright-bottom-trawling-ban-despite-pledge/Vegan Superhero(es) of the Yearhttps://www.huntsabs.org.uk/merry-beaglers-sabs-stop-seasonal-hare-hunting/https://plantbasednews.org/culture/media/chris-packham-meat-propaganda-campaign/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8jwywr0p90o#:~:text=Nine%20people%20who%20were%20accused,Aintree%20racecourse%20on%2015%20Aprilhttps://www.veganfoodandliving.com/news/green-party-default-free-vegan-school-meals/https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/vegan-mcdonalds-mr-charlies-expansion/https://abcnews.go.com/US/animal-rights-activist-sentenced-jail-after-stealing-4/story?id=128106595#:~:text=Rosenberg%20was%20convicted%20in%20November,facility%2C%20removed%20live%20chickens%2C%20stolehttps://www.veganfoodandliving.com/news/ricky-gervais-aims-to-beat-1-9-million-animal-charity-donation/ The Biggest Setbackhttps://www.theguardian.com/food/2025/sep/02/plant-based-problem-why-vegan-restaurants-closing-or-adding-meat-menuhttps://inews.co.uk/news/politics/brexit-reset-could-force-uk-lower-standards-animal-rights-3573162?srsltid=AfmBOoquDe6ihzNd6vcGgTCrKHDuAxYLNgjQI5UaI2tjPZaHFUlaK7uphttps://news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-health-and-life-sciences/uk-prawn-farms-could-spark-sustainable-seafood-revolution/https://www.theanimalreader.com/2025/04/04/slovakia-to-kill-350-bears-after-fatal-attack-on-man/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3w5v75deewoThe Biggest Win for Animalshttps://talkbusiness.net/2025/08/shareholder-sues-tyson-foods-to-see-business-records/https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/food/cultivated-dog-food-on-sale-uk/https://www.conservation.org/press/new-amazon-protected-area-safeguards-iconic-species-and-indigenous-stewardship-in-peruhttps://www.pcrm.org/news/news-releases/landmark-shift-nih-announces-it-will-no-longer-solicit-animal-only-researchhttps://www.iglobenews.org/administration-stops-animal-experiments/****************Enough of the Falafel is a community of people who love keeping on top of the latest news in the world of veganism & animal rights. With the Vegan Week podcast, we aim to keep listeners (& ourselves) informed & up-to-date with the latest developments that affect vegans & non-human animals; giving insight, whilst staying balanced; remaining true to our vegan ethics, whilst constantly seeking to grow & develop.Each week we look through news stories from the past 7 days in the world of veganism & animal rights.If you spot any news stories that might catch our fancy, or have an idea for a discussion topic, get in touch via enoughofthefalafel@gmail.com.*******************Thanks everyone for listening; give us a rating and drop us a message to say "hi"; it'll make our day!Paul, Shane & Ant

James Stevens is joined by Jonny Pearson, Harry Wilson and Unibet's Brett Williams to provide their best bets for the Festive racing period. Let us know in the comments who your best bet is this christmas period! 

Ho Ho Ho… season's greetings from From The Horse's Mouth! Ruby and Rory are back to run through a huge festive period of racing, including a mouth-watering rematch between Gaelic Warrior and Fact To File in the King George, plus a stack of equine superstars on show from Leopardstown to Limerick and Aintree to Chepstow. But the biggest question of all — who wins the Paddy Power From The Horse's Mouth Beginners' Chase? Tune in to find out… You won't want to miss this. Check out all the available offers over the festive period, right here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport It's The Big Christmas Tipping Show, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

Charlotte Greenway here with this week's Saturday Edition to build up to Sandown, Aintree and Huntingdon this weekend. Ahead of the Grade 1 Tingle Creek at Sandown, bloodstock agent and part owner of Il Etait Temps, Ross Doyle looks at whether the diminutive grey can win another top level race at the track. We also hear from Sam Thomas who has Lump Sum in the other Grade 1 on the card as well as Johnson White, Paul Nicholls, Josh Guerriero, Josh Moore and Venetia Williams.

Join Ross Brierley, Racing Post tipster Robbie Wilders and Pricewise Tom Segal as they preview the action on ITV Racing from Sandown and Aintree.

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Navan (6th December 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Whetherby, Aintree, Chepstow, Sandown and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

Ruby and Rory join forces once more for a HUGE Saturday of racing, sizing up a pair of Grade 1s at Sandown, and the notorious Becher Chase at Aintree. Want to be at Paddy Power Chase Day at Leopardstown on 27th December? We've got tickets up for grabs — and getting involved couldn't be easier.To be in with a chance of winning, simply leave a comment on this show on Spotify OR if From The Horse's Mouth popped up in your Spotify Wrapped, take a screenshot and post it on X/Twitter with #FTHM and you'll be in the hat! Read T&Cs for all offers mentioned in the show, here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport It's Saturday Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

The weekend is here! In association with bet365 and The Panel at Gambling.com, our expert team get stuck into what should be a brilliant few days of horse racing. Can Pat make it 5 winning naps in a row? Check our socials to find out Our host Rory Jiwani is joined by the brilliant duo of Gary Connolly and Ed Quigley and bet365 guru Pat Cooney. A supreme panel. Racing covered across the ITV schedule at Aintree and Sandown on ITV on Saturday! Visit our sponsors bet365: https://bit.ly/racehour365 for all your weekend Horse Racing needs and more! T's & C's Apply Check out The Racehour here https://x.com/the_racehour Don't forget to subscribe and watch every week

It's one of the biggest Saturdays of the early jumps season and The Final Furlong team - Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael - deliver a fast-paced, opinion-packed betting preview for Sandown, Aintree, Huntingdon, and Cork. We start with the Tingle Creek Chase (3:00 Sandown) where Il Etait Temps is the odds-on favourite with 1xBet to give Willie Mullins another Grade 1 in a race he first won nine years ago. But L'Eau du Sud arrives race-fit after bolting up at Cheltenham. And Jonbon, already a dual winner of the Tingle Creek, bids to become only the second horse ever to win it three times. The panel have strong and divided views on who wins.

Join Sam Hart, Graeme Rodway, Matt Rennie and Unibet's Ed Nicholson as they look ahead to the weekend's ITV Racing from Sandown and Aintree. The team run through the key races at Sandown, highlighting the contenders in this year's Tingle Creek and Henry VIII Novices' Chase. They then turn to Aintree for a look at the feature race, the Becher Handicap Chase, where the runners are over the Grand National fences for the final time before Christmas. A clear, informative preview of the weekend's main action, with plenty of insight along the way.

After a huge weekend featuring the Fighting Fifth and the Coral Gold Cup, Tom Collins and Ross Millar are back to look ahead to another cracking set of races. This week the spotlight starts at Sandown where Lulamba and Jonbon go in search of victories in the Henry VIII and Tingle Creek respectively. We then travel over to Aintree for the Becher Chase. As always, they wrap up with their NAPs and NBs.Who will you be following this weekend? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Gowran Park (8th November 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Kelso, Doncaster, Aintree, Wincanton and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

The Final Furlong team return with a full betting preview of Aintree, Wincanton and Doncaster, with key angles, value selections and expert race breakdowns for a stacked Saturday of action. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael, each bringing NAPs, Next Bests and big prices. This Week's Betting Headlines• Andy Newton looks to follow last week's 11/4 NAP with a 5/1 NAP and a 13/2 Next Best• George Gorman lines up a 13/8 NAP and a bold 8/1 value play• Peter names a Group 1 certainty in Munich, potentially Evens• Emmet fires a Lucky 63 featuring 9/1, 8/1, 7/4, 5/1, 10/3 and Evens Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials.18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly.https://1xbet.ie Races Previewed 12:55 Aintree – Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle (Qualifier)Impose Toi: Coral Cup runner-up, strong Aintree form, 3 wins from 5 off breaks, and could improve for the longer trip. Top weight, but if tuned up, he outclasses these. 1:25 Doncaster – Safe Gambling Wentworth Stakes (Listed)Montassib: C&D winner, Group 1 sprint winner, no penalty. Proven on soft ground, and James Doyle takes over. Top rated on Timeform. 1:45 Wincanton – Paul & Richard Barber Memorial Mares' Handicap HurdleNicholls targets this race again. Decision point: trust proven class or race fitness? 2:23 Wincanton – Boodles Rising Stars Novices' Chase (G2)Nicholls has won this with Frodon, Modus, Knappers Hill.Blueking d'Oroux brings Grade 2 hurdle form, but Cobra Queen is race-fit, in form, and front-runs. Could take catching. 2:40 Aintree – Grand Sefton Handicap ChaseKey National Fences trends:• Experience matters• Recent run is a major positiveCases made for King Turgeon, Our Power, Vintage Fizz 2:55 Wincanton – Elite Hurdle (G2)Rubaud bids for three in a row. Strong favourite. 3:10 Doncaster – A Good Bet Irish EBF Gillies Fillies' Stakes (Listed)Elwateen may appreciate 10f and shaped well last time. 3:30 Wincanton – 64th Badger Beers Handicap ChaseNicholls targets this race.Threeunderthrufive goes well fresh and likes going right-handed. Ground the key variable. 3:45 Doncaster – November HandicapLord Melbourne bids to repeat last year's win.Hopewell Rock progressive, trip suits.

Join James Stevens, Keith Melrose, Jonny Pearson and Unibet's Brett Williams for this week's ITV Racing weekend preview. This is your expert guide to the best horse racing tips, betting angles and race analysis for Saturday's action.  This weekend's ITV Racing comes from Wincanton, Aintree and Doncaster and our panel break down the major races, key form lines, pace angles and the horses you need to have on your radar. Get professional insights from some of the sharpest minds in the British racing media – plus value picks, under-the-radar runners and where the panel think the smart money is going. If you're betting on horses this weekend, or just want top-tier insight before the ITV coverage, this is essential viewing.

Rory is joined by Joe Logue this week to look ahead to Saturday's ITV action, with a worthy mention of Friday's Haldon Gold Cup! Check out all of this weekend's offers, right here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport Watch the Jumps Season Preview with Ruby Walsh and Patrick Mullins here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ptyY1kOurY It's Friday Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ GambleAware

Big shocks at Newmarket, a record haul for Ballydoyle, and a new juvenile course record - here's what reallymatters for the Guineas and Derby trail. Emmet Kennedy, Georgia Cox, and Jamie Wrenn rewind an unforgettable weekend of racing action:

He's the bloodstock mastermind behind over 4,000 race winners - sourcing Cheltenham Gold Cup heroes, Grand National champions, and Grade 1 stars from Native River to Envoi Allen. But earlier this year, Tom Malone found himself in an unexpected spotlight when Paul Nicholls announced changes to his buying team. Tom reflects on that moment - the noise, the lessons, and how he chose quiet work over public defence - before turning the page to what really matters: the horses who could light up the 2025/26 Jumps season. In this wide-ranging conversation, Emmet Kennedy goes deep with one of the most successful, straight-talking figures in bloodstock on:

In this Final Furlong special, Emmet Kennedy sits down with Sky Sports Racing presenter Josh Apiafi, the driving force behind The Enduring Race, his new Sky Sports documentary examining whether horse racing has truly delivered on diversity, equality, and inclusion. Five years after his powerful film Leading The Way with Rishi Persad and Brian Finch, Josh returns with a sobering message: warm words aren't enough. In this candid conversation, Josh explains:

Zavateri: The £35,000 Bargain Who Could Become Europe's Champion Juvenile. This Final Furlong Podcast Bonus Episode, powered by 1XBet, features one of British racing's most admired trainers: Eve Johnson Houghton. Live from Tattersalls, Eve reveals the inside story behind her unbeaten colt Zavateri, who cost just 35,000 guineas and now stands on the brink of Group 1 immortality in the Darley Dewhurst Stakes at Newmarket. Can Zavateri emulate — Teofilo, New Approach, Dawn Approach, Air Force Blue, Churchill, Pinatubo, and Native Trail — by landing the Vincent O'Brien National Stakes–Dewhurst Group 1double?

After tipping two 14/1 winners (Jel Pepper & Daryz), a 12/1 winner (Syzygy), plus 11/4, 3/1, 9/4 & 11/10 NAPs last weekend —Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman, and Peter Michael return to tackle Dewhurst Day at Newmarket, featuring a Group 1 card stacked with betting opportunities.

The Final Furlong team return with a huge Friday racing preview - from the Fillies' Mile at Newmarket to inside info at Chepstow, York, and Dundalk!

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (TPD), Laura Joy (EBN), and former jockey Georgia Cox for the ultimate Arc Weekend debrief. From Daryz's epic win to Minnie Hauk's near-miss and Asfoora's Nunthorpe–Abbaye double, we break down every key race with sectionals, form context, and clear Breeders' Cup and Champions Day paths. Arc Headlines Did Soumillon go too soon? We test the theory with sectionals: race close 36.00 (103.6%), winner 35.55 (104.9%). Draw bias explained: first four home from stalls 2-1-3-5; why geometry mattered. Minnie Hauk's stride profile: brave in defeat, still 5+ lengths clear of third. Supporting Group 1's Asfoora makes history with the Nunthorpe–Abbaye double, low-draw edge and a passport dash story that nearly scratched her. Barnavara controls the Prix de l'Opéra; One Look upgraded for a stronger pace scenario. Maranoa Charlie makes all to give his late sire Wootton Bassett in the Prix de la Forêt. Mile & Juveniles Diamond Necklace (Boussac) projects Guineas/Oaks; Puerto Rico (Lagardère) screams mile and Breeders Cup Juvenile Turf; Fallen Angel crushes the Sun Chariot—QEII next. Notebook & US Wrap Upgrades: Giavellotto (HK Vase path), Byzantine Dream (better ground), Kalpana (wide, mark up). Stateside: Ted Noffey (Claiborne Breeders' Futurity), Rhetorical (Coolmore Turf Mile). Why Listen Sectional timing clarity you won't get on a results page. Racecraft from a pro rider: when to commit, how draws decide tactics. Actionable targets for Del Mar and Ascot, plus early value cues. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all platforms. Watch the full breakdown on YouTube.Comment your BC banker and Champions Day picks - who upgrades off Arc Day? Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld National Hunt racing, Cheltenham tips, Cheltenham Festival 2025, Aintree tips, Grand National preview, Punchestown Festival 2025, Horse racing betting tips, National Hunt horses to follow, Racing analysis, expert racing tips, Irish National Hunt, UK jumps racing, Gold Cup 2025 contenders, Champion Hurdle, Champion Chase, Final Furlong Podcast racing tips, #FinalFurlongPodcast, #NationalHunt, #CheltenhamFestival, #CheltenhamTips, #HorseRacingTips, #GrandNational, #JumpsRacing, #GoldCup, #HorseRacingBetting, #AintreeFestival, #PunchestownFestival Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (Total Performance Data), Georgia Cox, Jamie Wrenn, and Jack Veitch to preview one of the biggest days in world racing: Arc Day at Paris Longchamp. After landing winners at 16/1, 14/1, and 12/1 in recent weeks, the panel return with big-priced fancies, confident NAPs, and insider angles for the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (Group 1) and the five other Group 1s on the card.

Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman, and Peter Michael are back after landing five winners last weekend, including Andy's 14/1 NAP. This week, the panel preview a stacked weekend across Newmarket, Ascot, Paris Longchamp, Redcar, and the Curragh – including our very own Final Furlong Podcast With 1xbet.ie Handicap.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Sky Sports Racing's French expert Laurent Barbarin for your early guide to the world's most prestigious middle-distance race: the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (Group 1). Laurent breaks down the importance of the draw, explaining which stalls can be race-winning and which ones can ruin your chances. He profiles the leading French-based contenders - Aventure, Sosie, Cualificar, Daryz, Gezora, Quisisana– plus the Japanese raiders led by Croix Du Nord. Before the draw and going are confirmed, Laurent gives us his shortlist of five horses to follow, plus: A banker juvenile for Sunday's card. A must-follow runner in Saturday's Prix Dollar (G2). This is your essential early cheat sheet to the 2025 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, blending French racing insight, betting angles, and international context. ⚡ Why Listen? Insider analysis from Sky Sports' French racing expert. Draw bias and ground condition strategies explained. A shortlist of Arc contenders before markets react. Banker bets for the weekend beyond the Arc.

Emmet Kennedy, Georgia Cox, and Adam Mills break down an action-packed weekend from Newmarket, the Curragh, and America, where potential Classic stars announced themselves. From juvenile brilliance to Rebel's Romance's historic Grade 1 win, this episode delivers essential insights for punters and fans.

Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman, and Peter Michael return after tipping 14/1, 11/1, and 7/2 winners last weekend to preview a blockbuster weekend of racing from Newmarket and the Curragh.

Emmet Kennedy, former jockey Georgia Cox, and data analyst Adam Mills (Total Performance Data) deliver the ultimate guide to the juvenile stars of 2025. Expect 20 names from Britain, Ireland, France, and the U.S. that could shape the rest of the season and develop into Classic contenders for 2026.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman, and Jamie Wrenn to preview Saturday's ITV Racing from Ayr and Newbury. The panel look to extend a strong run of recent winners with a mix of big-priced handicappers, confident NAPs, and Lucky 63 plays.

The new National Hunt season is here, and we've got the man behind the sport's most trusted guide. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Paul Ferguson, author of Jumpers To Follow 2025–26, to preview the novice chasers and second-season hurdlers who could define the season. Now in its 19th year, Jumpers To Follow is packed with profiles, point-to-point notes, jockey insights, and Cheltenham trends. And Final Furlong listeners get £3 off with our exclusive promo code at checkout via weatherbysshop.ie or weatherbysshop.co.uk.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (Total Performance Data), Georgia Cox, and Jamie Wrenn to break down a weekend of drama, controversy, and potential Classic stars from Doncaster, Leopardstown, and the Curragh.

Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Andy Newton preview the feature card at the Curragh on Day 2 of Irish Champions Weekend, with a full betting guide to five Group races. After a string of recent winners, the panel line up NAPs, value bets, and one huge 50/1 outsider in the Sprint.

Champion trainer of Britain and Ireland Aidan O'Brien joins Emmet Kennedy for a blockbuster preview of the St Leger Festival at Doncaster and Irish Champions Weekend at Leopardstown and the Curragh.

Final Furlong Podcast – St Leger Festival & Irish Champions Weekend Betting Preview Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael to preview Saturday's ITV Racing from Doncaster and Leopardstown as the world's oldest Classic, the St Leger, takes centre stage alongside Day One of Irish Champions Weekend. The team come in hot after a string of winning podcasts and line up a mix of confident NAPs and bold outsiders, including a 28/1 best bet, a 33/1 each-way play, and multiple value picks at 18/1, 12/1, 11/1 and 9/1.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (Total Performance Data) and Jack Veitch to preview the opening two days of the Doncaster St Leger Festival, plus Saturday's blockbuster Irish Champion Stakes at Leopardstown. The panel have found a confident NAP running in the Flying Childers Stakes that all three agree on, plus big-priced plays at 16/1, 8/1 and a bold 33/1 swing against favourite Delacroix in Ireland.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (Total Performance Data), Jamie Wrenn, and on-course bookmaker Michael Cannon to review a pivotal weekend in Europe's racing calendar. The Arc trials at Paris Longchamp reshaped the betting market, while shocks at Kempton and in the Moulin raised serious questions.

Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael return after another huge weekend of winners (20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 7/2, 6/4) with your betting guide to Saturday's live ITV Racing from Haydock, Ascot and Kempton.

Emmet Kennedy and Adam Mills (Total Performance Data) bring you Saturday's Race of the Day as the roulette wheel for the UK sprint division spins again, this time in the Group 1 Sprint Cup Stakes. The first five Group 1 sprints this season have gone to winners at 16/1, 25/1, 9/2, 66/1 and 11/1. Can favourite Lazzat finally stop the chaos, or will Haydock produce another shock?

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills (Total Performance Data) and racing expert Jamie Wrenn to dissect a dramatic weekend of racing across Britain, Ireland, and the USA - plus the shock news that Ryan Moore will miss the rest of the season, with Christophe Soumillon stepping in for Aidan O'Brien and Coolmore.

The Final Furlong Podcast is back with a National Hunt Special, as one of racing's most influential voices Gavin Lynch joins Emmet Kennedy to deliver an early treat for Jumps fans.

The Nick Luck Daily Podcast comes to you Live from Aintree on Day 1 of the Grand National Festival and once again Nick is in amongst it with Jane Mangan as the horses are out stretching their legs. Mary Mangan has just watched Spillane's Tower out on track and share her hopes for him in this afternoon's Aintree Bowl before ITV's Alice Plunkett drops in to chat about what makes this place so special. Whilst out picking grass, Paul Gilligan and Buddy One join the show and look at whether this admirable horse can go one better than he did in the Liverpool Hurdle last year. Rob Hogarth is out on track fulfilling ITV media commitments but has time to have a quick word on Ahoy Señor and he's extremely bullish about his chances against Spillane's Tower. Then Gavin Cromwell shares his hopes for his three in the National, all of which are very prominent in the market, before Patrick Mullins runs through some of Willie's contenders this week including Lossiemouth today and Gaelic Warrior who he rides in the Bowl this afternoon.

Ahead of Aintree, Charlotte Greenway brings you a bonus episode as she catches up with trainer Nicky Henderson to run though some of his biggest chances over the three days in the Grade 1s and handicaps including: Constitution Hill, Jonbon, Lulamba, Jango Baie, Hyland, Chantry House, Excello, Fantastic Lady, Impose Toi & Jeriko du Reponet.

Charlotte Greenway filling in for Nick and joined by Timeform's Dan Barber to look ahead to the action from Aintree, kicking off tomorrow. Dan and Charlotte take a deep dive into Friday's declarations and pick out a couple of eye catchers as well as those that have something to prove. Charlotte also gets the low down on Hewick from Shark Hanlon ahead of his National bid whilst Max McNeill discusses his exciting Aintree team, including his two in the big one. Ben Atkins joins for our weekly P2P segment ahead of tomorrow's Foxhunters at Aintree with reflection on yesterday's Hunter Chase sponsored by the podcast on which Olive Nicholls shares her delight after victory aboard Viroflay. Finally, off to Dubai where JA McGrath is in situ and has news of the Hong Kong runners as well as a catch up with James McDonald on his mounts.

Joshua Stacey is joined by RTV analyst Dan Overall for a packed episode. First up, Henry de Bromhead reflects on Bob Olinger and Air Of Entitlement's Cheltenham Festival victories before discussing his Aintree runners. Lucinda Russell shares her Aintree plans, including updates on Myretown, Ahoy Senor, and Derryhassen Paddy. Richard Phillips provides the latest on Idas Boy, while Rebecca Curtis navigates a jockey dilemma with Irish Grand National favourite Haiti Couleurs. Joe Tizzard outlines his Aintree team, and Jim McGrath brings us the latest from the Hong Kong racing scene.