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The way James McDonald is reeling off Gr 1 wins it seems certain he'll need only two more full seasons to seriously threaten Damien Oliver's record of 129 Australian wins at the elite level. Until that happens we can continue to appreciate the distinguished record “Ollie” left behind when he retired from race riding seventeen months ago. Those 129 Gr 1's were the highlights of a magnificent career tally of 3189. Throw in 14 Scobie Breasley medals, 10 Melbourne jockey's premierships and an induction into the Racing Australia Hall of Fame at age 36, and you've got one hell of a record. Damien's Melbourne Cup win on Media Puzzle in 2002 came just days after the death of his jockey brother Jason who'd suffered multiple injuries in a Perth barrier trial fall. The story of the tragedy behind Media Puzzle's win made news around the world and remains a part of Australian racing folklore. A podcast seemed the best way to identify and document the many facets of the fascinating life of one of our best ever jockeys. “Ollie” was happy to oblige and we caught him in reminiscent mood. He begins by admitting he still gets an occasional withdrawal symptom when the big races roll around. Damien talks of his final day in the saddle- a four race international jockey's series in Saudi Arabia. He looks back on his final Melbourne Cup carnival. Three wins over the week consolidated his all time record of 88 wins for the four day carnival. The former ace jockey looks back on his final day of riding in Australia. From seven rides at Perth's Ascot track he won the last three races to the delight of 10,000 racegoers. It was an emotional day for the WA born horseman. He talks about the death of his father Ray in a Kalgoorlie race fall in 1975. He was just three years old. Damien reflects on his original apprenticeship to step father Lindsay Rudland, and the unforgettable thrill of his very first winning ride at Bunbury. He recalls the manner in which negotiations played out for his transfer to the Freedman stable in Melbourne. He says the experience was intimidating in the beginning. The multiple premiership winner reflects on the first of his 129 Gr 1 victories. He was just 18 years old at the time. He agrees that Mannerism's Caulfield Cup win in 1992 was the one to propel him onto the big stage. Damien is happy to admit his first Melbourne Cup appearance finished in a disaster. He's still in disbelief that he was able to win 18 Gr 1's before completing his apprenticeship. Damien reflects on the first of his three Melbourne Cup wins on Doriemus in 1995. He pays special tribute to the top class stayer. He was happy to revisit the incredible Media Puzzle story of 2002. The death of brother Jason following a freak accident in a Perth barrier trial and the reason for his decision to ride the Irish stayer in the Melbourne Cup. He remembers the race, the emotion, the aftermath and the release of a movie called The Cup nine years later. He recalls the circumstances leading up to his engagement for Fiorente in the 2013 Melbourne Cup. He'd never ridden the horse in a race but played a major part in the stallion's preparation leading up to the big race. Damien talks of three second placings in the famous event. He reflects on some favourite moments from his Gr 1 journey beginning with his first Cox Plate success on Dane Ripper in 1997. Damien remembers his second Cox Plate win on the great West Aussie Northerly. He had to survive a double protest. The champion jockey has won some major races several times over. He looks back on multiple victories in races like the Victoria Oaks, the Victoria Derby, and the 1000 Guineas. Damien talks of several great sprinters he got to ride with special mention of the powerful grey Schillaci. Oliver won 5 races on the brilliant Testa Rossa including 3 Gr 1's. He reflects on one famous defeat at the hands of Redoute's Choice in the 1999 Caulfield Guineas. Damien says the last elite horse he rode was the multiple Gr 1 winner Anamoe. He picked up the ride on the emerging superstar when Covid restrictions prevented James McDonald from commuting to Melbourne. He was chuffed to finally snare a Golden Slipper win on Sydney filly Forensics in 2007. He had a beautiful run from the inside gate but had a fight on his hands to stave off Zizou. Damien was happy to talk about one career low point- an eight month disqualification after being found guilty of a betting offence. He explains how it took two years before he was actually charged. He looks back on the worst of the many injuries he sustained in 35 years of race riding- a spinal fusion enabled him to keep going for another 18 years. Damien talks of the reaction of wife Trish to his retirement announcement in 2023, and the current activities of daughters Niali and Zara and son Luke. It's a laid back chat with a jockey regarded by many racing students as one of the greatest in Australian racing history.
Anamoe Drive is the solo project of Thumper frontman and guitarist Oisín Leahy Furlong. He released his debut album Breakfast in Bed via Faction Records on March 8 and talks through it track by track on this episode of the TPOE podcast. Oisin says Breakfast in Bed is a breakup album told in three parts. The non-linear narrative flits between the throes of heartbreak to the bliss of new love, from the depths of loneliness, to the slow dissipating of these feelings in the rearview mirror. The album's title reflects different meanings depending on which song you view it through - from a kind gesture, to a lonely act, to the masticating of these themes in solitude. It also doubles as the place where most of these songs were written - perched on a bed, the morning after the night before, recapping these events in song. He says influences range from Sparklehorse to The Microphones, Bright Eyes to The Beach Boys, and Big Thief to Real Estate. Buy Breakfast in Bed: https://anamoedrive.bandcamp.com/ Tracklisting 1. The Same Asylum 2. Goodbye & Goodluck 3. Out Like a Light 4. Bulb 5. The Finder's Keeper 6. Long Time Coming 7. Procrastination 8. NYC 9. Holiday Song 10. Don't Walk the Wrong One Home
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Authorities on backing slow horses, enthusiasts of spinning yarns.This year's edition of the Blue Diamond is up there with Artorius's crop, which featured Anamoe and Hitotsu. The Oakleigh Plate is a facinating contest, while the Futurity is a bit of yawn. The Autumn features will be shaped by a jam packed Sydney card. 00:00 - Vale Verry Elleegant05:13 - Without A Fight is on track for the Spring06:37 - Group 1 Droughts14:00 - Futurity Stakes Group 1 Preview20:00 - Blue Diamond Group 1 Preview29:25 - Oakleigh Plate Group 1 Preview36:30 - Caulfield Undercard Preview44:13 - Rosehill Card PreviewOn The Drift, the self acclaimed biggest horse racing podcast on the Northside of Brisbane. We preview and review the Group 1 races across the Australian Thoroughbred Racing calendar, while providing best bets each week. We'll have a light hearted look at the racing industry, talking about topics that racing ethusiasts are interested in.If you're having a bet this Spring, take it to the Neds level: www.neds.com.auJoin us on Instagram, Twitter & Tiktok.Thanks for listening
The Cox Plate winner has been a very busy boy in his first season! Racing.com's James Tzaferis joined RSN on Wednesday to explain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The head trainer at Godolphin Australia says Tom Kitten is ready for the Spring Champion Stakes …the race he has been set for. Adam Hyeronimous is on board. Parisal is in the Invitation and has been excellent in defeat….the barrier is favourable….and is a different horse than her last prep… has the form and will be competitive Balkans run in the Roman Consul was of a horse looking for further….he will be looking to be one of the improvers in the Brian Crowley. He has a fast pedigree and is a talented young horse and James says they haven't got to the bottom of him yet Sequestered has an impressive turn of foot and a good chance in Race 4 at Randwick Capo Strada is the only horse to win a race that Think About It didn't win Inhabitions at Moonee Valley is dropping back to 6 furlongs which should suit her. Cascadian will run next in the Giga Kick Stakes and if he runs well could go to Hong Kong. Anamoe is residing in the Hunter Valley and has a full book as a stallion this season
Media superstar Lizzie Jelfs with her take on the weekend's racing and the fallout from Dubai Honour v Anamoe
In the latest Saturday Edition, Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to this weekend's action from the Northern and Southern hemisphere. Firstly, ahead of the big clash down under between Anamoe and Dubai Honour, Dubai Honour's trainer William Haggas gives an insight into what it's been like in the build up to the Queen Elizabeth Stakes and Channel 7s Jason Richardson explains why this race is so important. Teme Valley also run two in opposition so racing manager Richard Ryan discusses whether they might be able to cause an upset. Back in the Northern Hemisphere and changing codes, ahead of the Irish Grand National on Monday, Noel Meade runs through his likely runners including favourite, Thedevilscoachman whilst Rich and Susannah Ricci's racing manager Joe Chambers reveals their best chances over the Easter weekend.
Sydney racing guru Mark Rhoden of readybet.com.au is back this week to preview the $4m Queen Elizabeth Stakes. It's been touted as a two-horse race between Anamoe and Dubai Honour. Is that the case, or could there be others who have a say? This episode of the Betting 360 Podcast is brought to you by ReadyBet.
The Maestro James Cummings joins Racing Pulse to discuss his ruuners over this Easter long weekend headlined by Anamoe who is aiming at Group 1 number 10 in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Randwick on Day 2 of The Championships
Who would have thought 2 years ago after our first ever episode we would have reached 100 episodes! In this episode, Rasing the bat for the century, Liverpool v Arsenal, Sacked managers, Bin List, Instagram question, Anamoe or Dubai Honour, Round 6 preview, Accountability, SGMS & FTS, UFC 287 picks. Follow us on Instagram @coastalsportspod to keep up to date. (0:00) Catch up (4:30) Liverpool Arsenal/ Sacked Managers (12:00) Bin List (20:01) Hip Drop Tackles (26:19) Round 6 Preview, SGMS & FTS (58:51) UFC 287 Picks
Tristan from TopSport joins us again for The Other Side as we discuss... It's Masters week! All the betting news NRL and AFL seasons to date… who is on top, bookies or punters? How was Day 1 of The Championships? Were I Wish I Win and Mr Brightside good results? Anamoe vs Dubai Honour… which way in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes this week? Support for Gold Trip in the Sydney Cup Sports betting hearings in the Senate… Tristan's take Tristan's thoughts on a National Bookmaker's Betting Obligation Does TopSport restrict or ban punters? In which situations? The Other Side is brought to you by TopSport.
Dubai Honour is looking to take down Anamoe in Saturday's Group 1 Queen Elizabeth at Randwick. His trainer William Haggas joins Racing Pulse
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. Joining the show today are Dermot Weld, with an update on Champion 2yo filly Tahiyra and her likely starting point for the season, and George Murphy, whose father John sprung a surprise with White Birch in yesterday's Ballysax Stakes at Leopardstown. Nick and Lee also rundown the other key trials over the weekend. Also on today's show, they discuss whether the maximum field of 40 will be reached in this year's Grand National, with trainer Fergal O'Brien joining to keep his fingers crossed for Captain Cattistock, currently number 53. With disquiet surrounding the discontinuing of the ROA owners' badge scheme, Head of Ownership Louise Norman joins the show to answer the questions and to clarify the available free entry benefits for members, while Channel 7's Jason Richardson drops in to talk about his own ownership success at Doncaster yesterday and to preview this weekend's Randwick clash between Anamoe and Dubai Honour.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. Joining the show today are Dermot Weld, with an update on Champion 2yo filly Tahiyra and her likely starting point for the season, and George Murphy, whose father John sprung a surprise with White Birch in yesterday's Ballysax Stakes at Leopardstown. Nick and Lee also rundown the other key trials over the weekend. Also on today's show, they discuss whether the maximum field of 40 will be reached in this year's Grand National, with trainer Fergal O'Brien joining to keep his fingers crossed for Captain Cattistock, currently number 53. With disquiet surrounding the discontinuing of the ROA owners' badge scheme, Head of Ownership Louise Norman joins the show to answer the questions and to clarify the available free entry benefits for members, while Channel 7's Jason Richardson drops in to talk about his own ownership success at Doncaster yesterday and to preview this weekend's Randwick clash between Anamoe and Dubai Honour.
There were a number of interesting ratings to come out of the weekend including the difference between Dubai Honour and Anamoe after their wins on Saturday
Lizzie reflects on the Group 1's in Sydney and Melbourne over the weekend and we'll find out if she thinks Anamoe can knock off Dubai Honour in the Queen Elizabeth
James Cummings joined Warren Huntly after Anamoe did it again on RSN 927!
Dean Evans previews the Chipping Norton & Surround Stakes. Get Dean Evans' thoughts on Anamoe and In Secret
The Maestro joins us ahead of Anamoe's Group 1 Chipping Norton tilt on Saturday. The Godolphin stable have a strong hand in the Blue Diamond at Sandown as well with Barber one of the leading contenders
Tristan from TopSport joins us again for The Other Side as we discuss... Test cricket… surely nobody is backing the Aussies!? Super Bowl betting Futures markets for the AFL and NRL seasons What are NRL punters thinking about the Dolphins? How are the punters going in the Autumn Carnival? Short favourites in the feature races again! Anamoe and In Secret this week Betting talk out of the Asian Racing Conference last week Are punters more responsive to tote products or fixed odds? World Pools being co-mingled into SuperTAB Do we need a national tote? Should more best tote money be bet back into the pool? Can the tote, fixed odds and the exchange co-exist? The Other Side is brought to you by TopSport.
The podcast is back for another huge weekend! Connor tell us about his week away in Queensland and why he'll never be coming back. The bin list makes makes another appearance and causal fans are top on the list this week. What's going on at PSG. Abusing the goat. Can Aft Cabin be better then Anamoe. News time with Hayden. Man serving 15 years for murder tries to break out of Bolivia prison disguised as a sheep, but did he get caught? Broncos, Raiders, Bulldogs and Sharks preview. Black Caviar Lighting and Parramatta Cup, Melbourne Victory v Melbourne City, would you rather & beat bets. (0:00) Catch up (7:30) Bin List (11:26) Instagram questions (19:05) Story time with Hayden (21:36) Broncos (27:53) Raiders (32:00) Bulldogs (38:13) Sharks (44:16) Black Cavair Lightning (50:50) Parramatta Cup (54:37) Melbourne Victory v Melbourne City (58:00) Best bets (1:02:16) Would you rather
Ron Dufficy joins Racing Pulse to Preview tomorrow's Apollo Stakes Day at Randwick with the return of Anamoe
On today's Spring Racing Means Test, the boys discussed the huge Champions day on the weekend, Anamoe, Nature Strip, how it compared to the Everest, the horse the boys would like to own, John speaks about the thrill of owning racehorses, the 'Oh-No' file, the best horse in Australia, and more.
The boys discuss the Champions' Stakes with Anamoe, more races on Stakes Day, Loft for the Melbourne Cup,
Nick is joined by Daily Mirror Racing Correspondent David Yates to looks at all the latest news and developments from around the racing world. On the domestic scene, as the season's change, trainer Lucinda Russell talks in some depth to Nick about her stable star Ahoy Señor, who may well start off in this weekend's Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby. Channel 7's Jason Richardson gives the lowdown on Cox Plate winner Anamoe and looks ahead to the Melbourne Cup Carnival and the European challenge, while FanDuel TV and NBC's Britney Eurton interviews trainer John Sadler and assistant Juan Leyva about Flightline's preparation for the Breeders' Cup Classic. Nick and Dave also consider the performance of Vertem Futurity winner Auguste Rodin and Aidan O'Brien's post race superlatives, while they try to give some context to racecourse ticket and food prices.
Nick is joined by Daily Mirror Racing Correspondent David Yates to looks at all the latest news and developments from around the racing world. On the domestic scene, as the season's change, trainer Lucinda Russell talks in some depth to Nick about her stable star Ahoy Señor, who may well start off in this weekend's Charlie Hall Chase at Wetherby. Channel 7's Jason Richardson gives the lowdown on Cox Plate winner Anamoe and looks ahead to the Melbourne Cup Carnival and the European challenge, while FanDuel TV and NBC's Britney Eurton interviews trainer John Sadler and assistant Juan Leyva about Flightline's preparation for the Breeders' Cup Classic. Nick and Dave also consider the performance of Vertem Futurity winner Auguste Rodin and Aidan O'Brien's post race superlatives, while they try to give some context to racecourse ticket and food prices.
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James Cummings joined Warren Huntly to talk through the success that was star entire Anamoe securing the Cox Plate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the latest episode of the Saturday Edition, Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to this weekend's action from Doncaster, Cheltenham and Moonee Valley. With the final Group 1 in Britain taking place tomorrow at Doncaster, we hear from trainer Dave Loughnane who trains the once raced, unbeaten King Of Steel on why he's running his Wootton Basset colt in the Vertem Futurity Stakes. Also Ralph Beckett gives a quick line on Captain Wierzba. Then Gordon Elliot discusses his runners at Cheltenham tomorrow including Pied Pipe as well as a quick word on his Munster National runners. Finally James McDonald discusses his mount Anamoe in the Cox Plate at Moonee Valley.
Moonee Valley Racing Club chief Michael Browell says he'll be on board the Rothfire and Anamoe bandwagons when the track hosts its biggest weekend of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The boys discussed the Might and Power Stakes, Anamoe, Jarrod Fry, and more.
James McDonald joins us fresh from another freakish day including Anamoe and Golden Mile's triumphs in the Might and Power and Caulfield Guineas respectively at the Heath on Saturday plus Paulele in the Schillaci to boot!
Leading trainer James Cummings joined Warren Huntly to review a day to remember at Caulfield, with a host of winners for the stable, including Anamoe in the Might And Power Stakes, and Golden Mile in the Caulfield Guineas.
James Cummings joined us to chat about Golden Mile, Anamoe and much more ahead of a massive day at Caulfield and Randwick on Saturday!
James Cummings joins us to discuss his big weekend of eight winners around Australia from the stable and Anamoe passing the vet inspection after pulling up lame post race. Likely Weekend Runners Friday, 23 September Paulele – G1 Moir Stakes (James McDonald) Troach – G3 Scarborough Stakes Ojai - G3 Scarborough Stakes (Maybe) Saturday, 24 September Golden Mile – G1 Golden Rose In Secret – G1 Golden Rose Katalin – G2 Golden Pendant Plymstock – Listed Heritage Stakes
SEN Track's Gareth Hall joined Gerard in the studio to talk through Nature Strip's big win at Randwick, Anamoe's impressive win at Caulfield, his change of heart on Duais, Les Taggart's passing, and more.
The Shark is in the studio ahead of a huge day around the country including Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes Day at Glorious Caulfield and seemingly the big match races in Sydney between Nature Strip and Eduardo plus Zaaki and Anamoe!
Jo is joined by Godolphin's Vin Cox to discuss the wins of In Secret and Golden Mile at Rosehill yesterday and look at a number of Spring stars for the stable including Anamoe
Race horse trainer Wayne Hawkes joined Gerard in the studio to explain why Anamoe is definitely the best horse in the country at the moment, what happened in Verry Elleegant's French debut, and why he's feeling very confident with Zeyrek this spring.
Nathan Buckley shared his thoughts as the Essendon purge began with the resignation of the Chief Executive, Luke Hodge cast his vote for the Rising Star, Sam Edmund rang the Trade Bell on Geelong's intentions, Magpie Chloe Molloy detailed a debilitating back injury that hobbled her last AFLW season, and Wayne Hawkes anointed Anamoe the best horse in the country.
James Cummings reflects on Anamoe's Winx Stakes success.
The Maestro joins us ahead of Anamoe's return to the races this weekend in the Group 1 Winx Stakes
Vin Cox Godolphin's Managing Director joins us to discuss an article he penned for TDN about the future of racing in Australia. We'll also get an update on their spring stars as Anamoe prepares for a crack at the Group 1 Winx Stakes on Saturday
Vin Cox Godolphin's Managing Director joins us to discuss an article he penned for TDN about the future of racing in Australia. We'll also get an update on their spring stars as Anamoe prepares for a crack at the Group 1 Winx Stakes on Saturday
James Cummings live from Osborne Park as Anamoe prepares for Saturday's QE at Randwick!
The Waterhouse and Bott camp are trying to topple Anamoe with Converge for Rosehill Guineas success themselves on Saturday in Sydney
Adrian Bott chats with Warren Huntly about Converge's victory over Anamoe in the Group 1 Randwick Guineas.
Godolphin Australia's Managing Director Vin Cox joined Dan Mielicki after Anamoe dug deep to hold out Hilal in the Group 2 Hobartville Stakes at Rosehill.
Bjorn Baker joins Warren Huntly after his three-year-old galloper Overpass knocked off star colt Anamoe in Saturday's Group 2 Expressway Stakes at Rosehill.