Podcasts about Champion Hurdle

A Final Furlong Podcast Special with 1xBet Ireland, recorded live at the Curragh Racecourse: One of racing's sharpest analysts, Gavin Lynch, returns to join Emmet Kennedy for a full deep-dive into everything we've learned so far from the new National Hunt season.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills and Jamie Wrenn to review a fascinating weekends racing, beginning with déjà vu in the Fighting Fifth: for the third time in four starts, Constitution Hill fell again — and so did his major rival The New Lion. At 22/1, Golden Ace picked up her second Grade 1 in eight months.So the big question is this: is Constitution Hill finished… or is there a way back for Nicky Henderson's superstar? We break down the race in forensic detail, ask whether The New Lion actually enhanced his Champion Hurdle claims despite falling, and debate what the future holds for Anzadam. Then:Three Hatton's Graces. Six Grade 1s. Still only eight.Are racing fans guilty of underrating Teahupoo every single season? And what do the panel make of Ballyburn suddenly cut to 2/1 for the Stayers Hurdle? Is he really the right favourite… or was Impose Toi the more convincing long-distance prospect at Newbury? We then head to Fairyhouse: Romeo Coolio gave Gordon Elliott a tenth Drinmore, but one of the team thinks he's Gordon's next megastar – and the other two strongly disagree. Wendigo vs No Questions Asked produced a proper battle in the John Francome – but what does it mean for next steps? Jimmy Du Seuil, rated 155 over hurdles, jumped like a veteran on chase debut. But does that justify 10/1 for the Brown Advisory? Plus reaction to a huge few days on both sides of the world: Mange Tout (G3 Juvenile Hurdle) Koktail Brut (Royal Bond) Tutti Quanti (Gerry Feilden) Panic Attack (Gold Cup Handicap Chase at 16/1) And an extraordinary Japan Cup: Calandagan travels halfway around the world, beats the best of Japan, and bags a £2.3 million bonus. Adam explains why trainer Francis Graffard is a genius. Full races discussed:Fighting Fifth Hurdle (G1), Hatton's Grace (G1), Long Distance Hurdle (G2), Drinmore (G1), John Francome (G2), Beginners Chase, Juvenile Hurdle (G3), Royal Bond (G2), Gerry Feilden, Gold Cup Handicap Chase, Japan Cup (G1). Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.

It's one of the most anticipated weekends of the jumps season with Constitution Hill, Golden Ace, The New Lion, Anzadam, and a stacked supporting cast across Newcastle, Newbury and Fairyhouse - and Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael to break down a sensational Saturday of racing. We start with the Fighting Fifth Hurdle (2:00 Newcastle) — a race that looks like it could define the early Champion Hurdle picture.Constitution Hill's seasonal return, The New Lion stepping up, Golden Ace bringing champion credentials, and Anzadam adding serious pace. The panel agree it's down to two horses, and three of them are firmly in the same camp. At Newbury, Myretown heads the betting for the Hennessy Gold Cup, but the team make the case for a trio of big-priced alternatives at 12/1, 22/1 and 28/1. There's proper disagreement, bold opinions and deep angles on pace, trends and stamina. Punters get plenty to work with:• George's NAP double pays 17/1• Peter's NAP is a 5/2 shot• Andy fires a 10/1 NB plus 9/2, 5/1 and 7/4 bets• Emmet rolls out a Lucky 31 including 16/1, 13/2, 20/1, 7/2 and 7/4 selections Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. We also preview:• 1:40 Newbury – Bet £10 Get £50 Handicap Hurdle• 2:15 Newbury – Gerry Feilden Intermediate Hurdle• 3:15 Newcastle – Rehearsal Chase (Premier Handicap)• 3:35 Newbury – Jim Joel Memorial Trophy• 2:36 Fairyhouse – Hatton's Grace Hurdle (G1) With value plays, sharp stats, confident NAPs, lively debate and plenty of laughs, this is essential listening before placing your weekend bets. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.

It was a weekend packed with blockbuster jumps racing action at Punchestown, Ascot and Haydock, and Emmet Kennedy is joined by Grade 1–winning jockeys Lizzie Kelly and Daryl Jacob to break down every major talking point — the spectacular, the eyebrow-raising, and the genuinely confusing. We begin at Punchestown with the epic duel between Gaelic Warrior and Fact To File in the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase, where Paul Townend delivered Willie Mullins his ninth win in 12 runnings of the race. We look at how the race was run, the moves that made the difference, what to make of Fastorslow, and how the returning Gold Cup hero Inothewayurthinkin shaped up.Most importantly: Where do Mullins' stars go next? At Ascot, Arkle winner Jango Baie powered home in the 1965 Chase — but is he now a serious King Georgecontender? Speaking of Kempton: The Jukebox Man remains unbeaten over fences after a fluent prep run in the same race Bravemansgame used before winning the King George. Who does the panel want to be with for Boxing Day/St Stephen's Day? Over at Haydock, Grey Dawning continued the red-hot start to the season for Dan Skelton with a bloodless win in the Betfair Chase. The question now: is he a genuine Gold Cup player? The Morgiana Hurdle saw Lossiemouth coast home, but did we actually learn anything? The panel debate her Champion Hurdle prospects, while Wodhooh, the mare she beat in the Aintree Hurdle, made a stylish return in a Grade 2 at Ascot. We assess her ceiling for the season. Plus:• Lizzie Kelly reveals the tracks she absolutely hated riding — with one described as “absolutely awful”• Daryl Jacob defends one of those tracks as one of his favourites (!) And of course: Horses To Follow from the weekend, selected with proper insight and real-world experience. Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.

It's a blockbuster weekend of jumps racing across Ascot, Haydock, and Punchestown, and Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman, and Jamie Wrenn for a fast-paced, opinion-packed preview loaded with value bets, data-backed angles, and plenty of laughs. We kick off at Ascot with the 1965 Chase, where Il Est Français makes his British debut for Tom George. Can Pic D'Orhy land this race for the third year running? And how serious is the challenge from Arkle hero Jango Baie and the powerful Gidleigh Park? At Haydock, the Grade 1 Betfair Chase sparks a major split in the panel:Two are firmly against favourite Grey Dawning, while the other two are all-in on the Skelton star. Expect strong reasoning, sectional insights and a few angles you won't hear anywhere else. In the 1:15 Handicap Hurdle, the lads highlight 4/1, 5/1 and 11/2 players worth your attention, while in the 1:50 Graduation Chase, we debate whether The Jukebox Man is worth opposing on his comeback. Over at Punchestown, the Morgiana Hurdle brings Lossiemouth back to centre stage—does her appearance confirm a Champion Hurdle campaign? At Haydock's Stayers' Handicap Hurdle, the panel put forward 13/2, 11/1 and 22/1 selections, before returning to Ascot for the Ascot Hurdle, where Wodhooh is a warm favourite—good thing or trap? Then it's the big one: the Grade 1 John Durkan Memorial Chase, one of the deepest renewals in years.Fact To File, Fastorslow, Gaelic Warrior, Inothewayurthinkin, Heart Wood, Lecky Watson—stacked quality everywhere.And one of the team is strongly opposing the favourite with his best bet of the weekend. With bold opinions, measured analysis, longshot plays, and proper Festival-significance across three racecourses, this is the perfect setup for your weekend punting. Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.

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.

In a seismic moment for horse racing, Rachael Blackmore has announced her immediate retirement from the saddle, ending a trailblazing 16-year career that redefined the sport's boundaries. In this emergency edition of The Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy is joined by Liam Firkin, Jamie Wrenn, and George Gorman to reflect on the astonishing achievements, historic milestones, and unmatched legacy of the most influential National Hunt jockey of her generation. From shattering the glass ceiling at Cheltenham to winning the Grand National, Gold Cup, Champion Hurdle, Champion Chase, and this year's Stayers' Hurdle, Blackmore's story is one of talent, tenacity, and transformation — not just for racing, but for sport. The panel discusses her greatest rides, her long-standing alliance with Henry de Bromhead, the reaction within the weighing room, and what this shock retirement means for the future of the weighing room and women in sport. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The mighty Rachael Blackmore shocked the racing world on Monday by announcing her retirement. So digging deep into the OTB archive, we've unearthed her appearance on Friday Night Racing in March of 2021, fresh from her victory aboard Honeysuckle at Cheltenham, becoming the first woman to pilot a Champion Hurdle winner.

James Stevens is joined by Keith Melrose, Tom Park and Unibet's Ed Nicholson to preview the action on Scottish Grand National day at Ayr and Classic trials day at Newbury. In the first part of the show the panel focus on the jumping action at Ayr, including the Scottish Grand National and Champion Hurdle. Will the Mullins dominance roll into Scotland?  The second part looks at the Flat action from Newbury, with the panel giving a couple of strong big-priced fancies at this early stage in the turf season.  To finish off, the team give their NAPs.

Emmet Kennedy is joined by racing analyst Adam Mills and jockey George Gorman for Part 2 of The Final Furlong Podcast's comprehensive Cheltenham Festival Review, focusing exclusively on the standout novice chasers and hurdlers. We analyse the Michael O'Sullivan Supreme Novices' Hurdle star Kopek Des Bordes, alongside placed contenders William Munny and Romeo Coolio, discussing what lies ahead for them and identifying beaten horses primed for handicap success. Adam makes a compelling case for Turners Novices' Hurdle winner The New Lion as next year's Champion Hurdle star, while the entire team agrees The Yellow Clay and Final Demand could dominate Cheltenham in seasons to come. Attention then shifts to key runners from the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle—Jasmin De Vaux, The Big Westerner, Derryhassen Paddy, and Wendigo—and we pinpoint future stars in Air Of Entitlement for the Mares' Chase and Sixandahalf as a potential Champion Hurdler. Plus, we explain why shock Triumph Hurdle winner Poniros deserves serious respect, discuss the dramatic Arkle Chase victory of Jango Baie and its implications for beaten favourite Majborough, and debate whether Ballyburn should revert to hurdles after a costly defeat in the Brown Advisory Novices' Chase. Could Lecky Watson emerge as a Gold Cup contender? Finally, the team highlights overlooked Champion Bumper runners and key handicappers to follow ahead of Aintree and Punchestown. A must-listen deep dive into racing's next generation of champions. The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet. Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks 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 #CheltenhamFestival #CheltenhamTips #FinalFurlong #HorseRacing #GavinLynch #NoviceChasers #BettingTips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fortune favours the bold as Golden Ace shocks the racing world, claiming Champion Hurdle glory amidst chaos at Cheltenham Festival 2025. Multiple Festival-winning jockey and TalkSPORT pundit Lizzie Kelly, along with TPD racing analyst Adam Mills, join Emmet Kennedy to dissect an extraordinary Champion Hurdle—including State Man's dramatic last-flight fall, Brighterdaysahead's unexpected flop, and Lizzie's compelling argument about the real legacy of Constitution Hill. We break down Lossiemouth's classy back-to-back Mares' Hurdle victories, Bob Olinger's Festival hat-trick and remarkable defeat of reigning champion Teahupoo in the Stayers' Hurdle, and question whether Jonbon's Festival dreams are officially over after defeat to Marine Nationale in the Champion Chase. Adam makes a bold, data-driven prediction for Fact To File's future that could stun listeners, while we discuss Inothewayurthinkin's intriguing odds for the Grand National. Finally, we debate if Galopin Des Champs can emulate the legendary Kauto Star and reclaim Gold Cup glory. Insight, debate, and bold takes—this is the definitive Cheltenham championship races breakdown. The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet. Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks 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 #CheltenhamFestival #CheltenhamTips #FinalFurlong #HorseRacing #GavinLynch #NoviceChasers #BettingTips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's all things Cheltenham on this week's edition of The Front Page as Paul Kealy and Maddy Playle join Lee Mottershead to look back on the biggest meeting of the year. The top chasers, hurdlers and stories are all examined in depth, with the panel looking back on Inothewayurthinkin's Gold Cup defeat of Galopin Des Champs, an extraordinary Champion Hurdle, the decision to run Lossiemouth in the Mares' Hurdle and so much more. There were fewer racegoers and more false starts than last year but the festival was still fantastic and threw up an abundance of talking points - this is the place where we do the talking.

During Cheltenham Festival week. Nick was joined in the studio by The RP's Lee Mottershead, Champion Hurdle winning trainer Jeremy Scott, Festival winning jockey Harry Skelton & #Raceday presenter Frankie Foster. Lot's of Cheltenham Festival thoughts & reactions with winning connections.

The Grammy award-winning Lainey Wilson is a country music trailblazer. She has made her way from Hannah Montana impersonator to performing at the Grand Ole Opry and she's been awarded seven Country Music Association Awards, including Entertainer of the Year in 2023 and six Academy of Country Music Awards. As a prolific songwriter she's scored seven No. 1 hits including: Watermelon Moonshine and Heart Like A Truck. Her latest album, Whirlwind, earned a Grammy nomination and she is currently on a world tour promoting the album. She will be headlining at the Country to Country Festival at the O2 in London this weekend. She joins Nuala McGovern to discuss why she thinks country is cool again.In 2021, the Irish jockey Rachael Blackmore became the first female jockey to win the Grand National in the 182-year history of the race. The first woman to be leading jockey at the Cheltenham Festival with six victories, including the Champion Hurdle, and the following year she became the first female jockey to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup. Yesterday, she continued to make history winning the Stayers' Hurdle aboard Bob Olinger to complete a Cheltenham Festival double. All the more remarkable as she was sidelined for three months with a neck injury after a fall in September. We speak to Fern Buckley, BBC sports journalist, ahead of Blackmore's participation in Friday afternoon's Gold Cup race.In Bangladesh, there's been shocking news that an eight-year-old girl who was raped last week, has died from her injuries. Fierce protests have erupted in the country following the girl's death yesterday with people demanding that the government expedite justice for rape victims and reform laws related to women and children's safety. We hear from the BBC's South Asia Correspondent Samira Hussain who is based in Delhi, India.In the next of our Women's Prize discussions, we hear from Clare Mulley on her book charting the life of Agent Zo – a courageous Polish female resistance fighter in World War Two, and VV Ganeshananthan about her novel Brotherless Night set during the Sri Lankan Civil War – winner of the Women's Prize for Fiction last year. What can these writers in very different genres tell us about the experience of women in war?Catherine Cox from Nottingham was one of thousands of women who took the epilepsy drug sodium valproate while pregnant, something which is now advised against. She's been campaigning for compensation for more than 20 years. Her son Matthew, who's now 23, was born with a range of conditions, including autism, ADHD, epilepsy and several learning disabilities. At 18 months old, he was diagnosed with foetal valproate syndrome, indicating the medication Catherine took was the cause of his problems. Catherine joins Nuala alongside Dr Henrietta Hughes, Patient Safety Commissioner, whose report, released just over a year ago, recommended the need to compensate those harmed by valproate.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Kirsty Starkey Editor: Karen Dalziel

Coming to you live from Cheltenham on day one do the festival, Nick is joined this morning by a stellar cast on the gallops this morning. RTE's Jane Mangan is alongside for the show while Charlie Swan relives his victories in the Champion Hurdle aboard Istabraq. Gordon Elliot pops in between lots and is fairly bullish about Brighterdaysahead in today's Champion Hurdle as she aims to end Constitution Hill's unbeaten record. Gavin Cromwell runs through his best chances of the week with a firm favourite in his mind and finally Willie Mullins, very relaxed ahead of a huge week, runs through his big guns and has some interesting updates on Lossiemouth & Galopin Des Champs.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates for this specially extended edition of the podcast for the eve of the Cheltenham Festival 2025. First up, Kopek des Bordes owner Charlie McCarthy reveals that he had surgery for kidney cancer just days ago, but is fully intending to be at Cheltenham to see his hot favourite for the Festival curtain raiser.With news that Lossiemouth goes Mares' Hurdle and Golden Ace takes the Champion Hurdle route, Nick catches up with the latter's owner Ian Gosden, while David Yates and Joe Chambers, manager to Lossiemouth's owners Rich and Susannah Ricci, engage in a spirited debate about the way in which the news of her participation has been handled in recent weeks.In conjunction with Weatherbys, leading pinhooker and consignor John Bleahen tell the story of how he bought and sold Brighterdaysahead and looks ahead to a huge team of stars representing his family's interests in the coming days.Plus, Robbie Power outlines the importance of this Festival to the Tattersalls Ireland Derby sale, plus gives his pick of the De Bromhead and Robcour runners.Meanwhile, Nick talks at length to Lucinda Russell and Peter Scudamore as they aim to add to their Festival tally with several runners through the week.One not to be missed.

The Champions League threw up little by way of surprises, but Liverpool and Barcelona were both lucky to survive scares. Can PSG or Benfica overturn the odds in the second leg and will any of the other ties throw up surprises? Plus, Myles Garrett became the highest-paid non-quarterback in the history of the NFL following his decision to stay with the Cleveland Browns. Around 25 minutes in we are joined by Emmet Kennedy of the Final Furlong Podcast and Talksport to talk about the 2025 Cheltenham Festival. What are the best storylines ahead of the festival and will the heavy favourites come through for punters? Will Constitution Hill get back to his best in the Champion Hurdle. Will Lossiemouth prove too good having chosen to go for the Mares' Hurdle. And will Kopek Des Bordes and Majborough live up to the hype on Day One. Plus, Emmet thinks that Ballyburn, Jonbon, Fact To File, Dinoblue, and Galopin Des Champs should all pass potentially career defining tests. But it's not all about favourite backing, with some tips for every day of the festival. 

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates for this specially extended edition of the podcast for the eve of the Cheltenham Festival 2025. First up, Kopek des Bordes owner Charlie McCarthy reveals that he had surgery for kidney cancer just days ago, but is fully intending to be at Cheltenham to see his hot favourite for the Festival curtain raiser. With news that Lossiemouth goes Mares' Hurdle and Golden Ace takes the Champion Hurdle route, Nick catches up with the latter's owner Ian Gosden, while David Yates and Joe Chambers, manager to Lossiemouth's owners Rich and Susannah Ricci, engage in a spirited debate about the way in which the news of her participation has been handled in recent weeks. In conjunction with Weatherbys, leading pinhooker and consignor John Bleahen tell the story of how he bought and sold Brighterdaysahead and looks ahead to a huge team of stars representing his family's interests in the coming days. Plus, Robbie Power outlines the importance of this Festival to the Tattersalls Ireland Derby sale, plus gives his pick of the De Bromhead and Robcour runners. Meanwhile, Nick talks at length to Lucinda Russell and Peter Scudamore as they aim to add to their Festival tally with several runners through the week. One not to be missed.

Joshua Stacey in for Nick today and joined by the RacingTV's Dan Overall. First off, they reflect on Gordon Elliott's decison to run Brighterdaysahead against Constitution Hill in the Champion Hurdle. Will the Champion Hurdle and Mares' Hurdle feel knock-on effects? James Owen reveals Burdett Road's festival aim and provides an update on Triumph Hurdle favourite, East India Dock. Fresh off the back of Newbury on Saturday, Olly Murphy caught up with Josh to discuss THAT ride from Sean Bowen aboard Booster Bob in the Greatwood Gold Cup on Saturday before outlining Cheltenham Festival and Aintree plans for his team. Finally, Paul Nolan looks set to bring over a good-sized squad to Gloucestershire next week, with Feet Of A Dancer and An Peann Dearg his leading lights. Just what would a festival winner mean to the Enniscorthy-based trainer?

Joshua Stacey in for Nick today and joined by the RacingTV's Dan Overall. First off, they reflect on Gordon Elliott's decison to run Brighterdaysahead against Constitution Hill in the Champion Hurdle. Will the Champion Hurdle and Mares' Hurdle feel knock-on effects? James Owen reveals Burdett Road's festival aim and provides an update on Triumph Hurdle favourite, East India Dock. Fresh off the back of Newbury on Saturday, Olly Murphy caught up with Josh to discuss THAT ride from Sean Bowen aboard Booster Bob in the Greatwood Gold Cup on Saturday before outlining Cheltenham Festival and Aintree plans for his team. Finally, Paul Nolan looks set to bring over a good-sized squad to Gloucestershire next week, with Feet Of A Dancer and An Peann Dearg his leading lights. Just what would a festival winner mean to the Enniscorthy-based trainer?

Nick is joined by ITV and Sky broadcaster Matt Chapman to take a Friday canter around the racing world. Guests today include Michael Buckley, who is relaxed in conversation with Nick as Constitution Hill begins his build up towards regaining his Champion Hurdle crown. Also on today's show, ARC Regional Director Phil Bell - responsible for two of the Welsh racecourses - offers reassurance as regards relations with the Senedd on the back of the proposed greyhound ban. Plus, in Riyadh, Nick talks to Kenny McPeek about Saudi Cup hopeful Rattle 'N Roll as well as his likely Epsom Derby contender, plans to bring Kentucky Derby hero Mystik Dan to Royal Ascot, and the reappearance of Thorpedo Anna. Naohiro Goda has the lowdown on the Japanese challenge, while HBA's Frank Sale spins through TV options for the worldwide audience. Nick and Matt also have plenty of chat on the UK action this weekend.

Nick is joined by ITV and Sky broadcaster Matt Chapman to take a Friday canter around the racing world. Guests today include Michael Buckley, who is relaxed in conversation with Nick as Constitution Hill begins his build up towards regaining his Champion Hurdle crown. Also on today's show, ARC Regional Director Phil Bell - responsible for two of the Welsh racecourses - offers reassurance as regards relations with the Welsh Assembly on the back of the proposed greyhound ban. Plus, in Riyadh, Nick talks to Kenny McPeek about Saudi Cup hopeful Rattle 'N Roll as well as his likely Epsom Derby contender, plans to bring Kentucky Derby hero Mystik Dan to Royal Ascot, and the reappearance of Thorpedo Anna. Naohiro Goda has the lowdown on the Japanese challenge, while HBA's Frank Sale spins through TV options for the worldwide audience. Nick and Matt also have plenty of chat on the UK action this weekend.

Before starting the show, we wanted to pay our deepest condolences to Michael O'Sullivan's family, friends and fellow jockeys. Donn McClean and Matt Tombs then shared their thoughts on the weekend's racing, eyecatchers and previewed the Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle with Daniel Hussey. Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter/X: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

In this weekend review of The Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Katie Young break down the biggest moments from a thrilling few days of racing. L'Eau du Sud has surged to second favouritism for the Arkle following victory in the Kingmaker Novices' Chase. Are Dan Skelton's Cheltenham chances looking stronger than ever, or are there concerns for his stable stars? We also react to the news that ante-post favourite Sir Gino is out for the season. Could Only By Night emerge as a player in the Arkle after her win in the Agatha Christie Mares' Novices' Chase, or will she face limits in the Mares Chase as Katie predicts? Meanwhile, Gordon Elliott dominated at Navan with a 1-2-3 finish in the Grade 2 Novice Hurdle, but which of his runners looks like the top Cheltenham contender? Elsewhere, Joyeuse's victory brought Nicky Henderson his seventh Newbury Handicap Hurdle win and another winner for the podcast, but with Cheltenham ruled out due to new BHA regulations, will she become a Champion Hurdle star like her famous relative, Epatante? Plus, we review 20/1 shot Royale Margaux's victory and Djelo's Denman Chase win. What do their performances mean for the Ryanair Chase picture? We also have a 10/1 Cheltenham bet and discuss a potential contender for the Champion Bumper. The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet. Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It's entirely online, designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Our listeners get 10% off their first month, so give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FURLONG. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills and Liam Firkin to break down every Cheltenham Festival clue from the Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown. With Festival markets heating up, this is a must-listen for punters, fans, and insiders alike! Here's what's coming up: