Podcasts about Cheltenham Festival

On this week's Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills and Jamie Wrenn strip away the hype and analyse what Trials Day actually told us about the Cheltenham Festival. Not who won. But who improved their Festival chance — and who didn't.

In this special edition of The Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy is joined by Paul Ferguson, author of the Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide, to strip away the noise, hype, and headline winners, and focus on the trends, profiles, and performances that actually matter for the Cheltenham Festival. If you're serious about Festival betting, preparation beats guesswork, and this episode is built for that purpose.

The Cheltenham picture shifted dramatically this weekend, and The Final Furlong Podcast is here to break it all down. Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Jaime Wrenn review the key talking points from a crucial weekend of racing, with Cheltenham Festival implications everywhere you look.

It's Novice Hurdlers Week on The Final Furlong Podcast as Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Jamie Wrenn take a forensic look at the horses lining up for the three other major Cheltenham Festival novice hurdles: • Turners Novices' Hurdle• Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle• Mares' Novices' Hurdle And we start with the big question… is No Drama This End the right favourite at 7/2, or is the Paul Nicholls buzz horse there to be taken on? The boys debate whether the market has this one right - or whether one of the improvers can mow him down come March.

Matt Tombs and Donn McClean return to focus on part 2 of our Christmas Review - the Chases. They join host Daniel Hussey to share their thoughts on the races, with a view to the Cheltenham Festival, and pick out three eyecactchers each. Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

Harry Cobden has been appointed JP McManus's new retained jockey in major racing transfer news.That is the main topic on this week's The Front Page, as the breaking news is discussed with James Stevens, Maddy Playle and Liam Headd.The panel also look back on the weekend racing and how last week's cold weather has been detrimental to the sport as well as latest entries for the Cheltenham Festival.There are concerns for racing's future and Racing Post Editor Tom Kerr looks at the latest challenge facing BHA chair Lord Allen.

Novice chasers stole the show over Christmas - and now we need to separate hype from hard truth. On this week's Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Jamie Wrenn break down the headline performances from Kempton, Leopardstown, Punchestown, and Limerick — and what they could mean for Cheltenham Festival 2026. Data-led, opinionated, and packed with value angles, this is the ultimate festive novice chase review.

Are attendances set to bounce back at the Cheltenham Festival? That is just one of the questions examined in this week's edition of The Front Page. Hopes are high that falling crowd numbers at the sport's biggest meeting could become a thing of the past after Cheltenham's New Year's Day fixture was a sellout for the first time in its history. With attendances having also risen at Kempton, Ascot, Leopardstown and elsewhere across the Christmas and new year period, the sport is enjoying a positive start to 2026. Lee Mottershead, Lewis Porteous and Scott Burton look at that recent development and also discuss Betfred's decision to so far reject a new media rights deal with a collection of British racecourses. The team debate what that means and consider a move by campaigners to persuade government that gambling advertising should be banned. In another packed edition, Lee, Lewis and Scott also salute Billy Loughnane after the young riding sensation set a major new record.

Welcome to the first of our Christmas Betting Guide Specials on The Final Furlong Podcast. Emmet Kennedy is joined by former Grade 1-winning jockeys Lizzie Kelly and Daryl Jacob, alongside racing analyst Jamie Wrenn, for a deep, opinionated, price-led preview of the biggest races of the festive period. Grade 1 clashes, major handicaps, bold views, and four Christmas NAPs — this is essential listening if you're betting over Christmas.

In a Final Furlong Podcast Special, Emmet Kennedy is joined by multiple Cheltenham Festival-winning trainer Barry Connell for a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred conversation — presented without commercial interruption by 1xBet Ireland. This is a rare, candid insight into Cheltenham planning, elite horses, and the realities of modern jump racing.

Matt Tombs and Donn McClean join host Daniel Hussey to review the weekend's racing with a view to the Cheltenham Festival, share eyecatchers and answer your questions. Race IQ Debate at end of show! Subscribe for free to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3TpGzk1 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Trz7Fb Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cqQlC4 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Aq7qE0 Search Matchbook Insights for our latest written previews. 18+ | BeGambleAware

Join James Stevens, Lewis Porteous and Matt Rennie to look back at the big talking points. The panel reflect on the weekend's action in the Tingle Creek, won by Il Etait Temps, and Hilly Way Chase and its implications on the Champion Chase at the Cheltenham Festival. Alice Haynes quit training due to finances this week and the panel analyse why this is the latest alarm bell to British racing. We also hear more on Frankie Dettori's farewell tour and a special report highlighting a worrying number of female jump jockeys.

Champ.ie Horse Racing Podcast (Season 7 | Episode 8)

The guys recap the John Durkan race, discuss Grade 1 wins for Lossiemouth and Grey Dawning plus there are two 20/1 Ante Post picks for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. Never miss a moment, podcast or article on SM Media as you can follow us below on all our platforms. Website - https://thesmmediaent.wordpress.com/ YouTube - https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCO40v_nSWgc6WjmzF4IR68g Twitter - https://twitter.com/SMMediaEnt?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SMMediaEnt/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/smmediaent/?hl=en iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sm-media/id1528862527 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1iPnMJSgUPj4f0U58DHI9J?si=iVlyktAZTlOcDLPBvbLhzQ SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/fD17rkT6o5NNVaPj7

Champ.ie Horse Racing Podcast (Season 7 | Episode 6)

In association with bet365 and Gambling.com, Stephen Cass is joined by Cheltenham Festival-winning jockey Paddy Aspell and racing analyst Tony Keenan to delve into all the latest action from the world of horse racing. They are also joined by bet365's Pat Cooney, who shares insight on the key market movers from an outstanding week of racing. This week, the panel reviews a packed weekend of racing, debates how to restore the prestige of the Paddy Power Chase, assesses the impact of testing ground conditions, discusses Kopek Des Bordes, and covers plenty more talking points from across the industry. Visit bet365: https://bit.ly/racehour365

Harry Cobden joins PK to look ahead to the whole jumps season. Starting with some of the major races, concluding with picks for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival, and some horses to follow in between! Subscribe to the channel now so you never miss an episode! 18+ GambleAware

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

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

Join Maddy Playle, Chris Cook and Matt Rennie to discuss all the main talking points from a busy week in racing.  The panel discuss the changes afoot at Cheltenham, with the Mares' Hurdle moved from its usual Tuesday slot and consultations ongoing about moving the meeting to Wednesday to Saturday. They also look back on a dramatic Champions Day card, with 200-1 and 100-1 winners shocking racegoers at Ascot and asking pertinent questions of the autumn showcase card. Finally, bookmakers say a significant amount of their high street shops will be closed as the racing tax threat looms in the November budget. 

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.

Dani and Joe speak to horse and greyhound trainer, Paul Hennessy, from the Emerald Isle. He talks all about how he started training greyhounds, when the horses got involved, and how he juggles both jobs with a very busy family life. He is a man who's done it all - from Derby winners (greyhounds) to a Cheltenham Festival victory, you can learn a lot from him. This will make you laugh out loud in parts and is one of the best chats the guys have had!Follow Gone To The Dogs on X: @GTTDPodcastTikTok/Instagram: @gonetothedogsliveSearch on Facebook: Gone To The Dogs Live!Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gonetothedogs-live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode of TIAB we speak to the new artistic director of Cheltenham Music Festival, Jack Bazalgette.Jack is an inspired choice for Cheltenham - as cofounder and director of Through The Noise he has programmed more than 130 concerts with innovative ensembles and repertoire in an eclectic mix of venues. He brings this visionary approach to the festival whilst still appealing to it's loyal audience.We chatted to Jack about Cheltenham festival highlights, balancing the new with what has already been established and potential future plans. He tells us about some of the less conventional venues and performances he's helped bring together over the years - nowhere is too much of a challenge to stage a concert if you put your mind to it!Jack is an inspirational person and his can-do attitude will make for exciting seasons ahead at the Cheltenham Festival. Thanks to Dan Hartland for setting up this thoroughly enjoyable chat!Check out what's going on at the festival here; https://www.cheltenhamfestivals.org/festivals/music-festivalAnd to find out more about Jack's work at Through The Noise click here; https://www.throughthenoise.co.uk/You can find us on the socials here;Instagram @threeinabarpodTiktok @threeinabarpodThree In A Bar on YoutubeAnything you'd like to share with us? Any guests you'd love to hear or anything you'd like us to do better? Drop us a line at hello@threeinabar.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to reflect on the final moments of the Cheltenham Festival and to look ahead. Today, they are joined by Henry de Bromhead, with a lengthy debrief on his Cheltenham runners and plans for Aintree, Punchestown and beyond. Plus, Sean Graham, with a bold route ahead for Triumph Hurdle shocker Poniros and news on Energumene. Cotswolds hotelier and publican Nathan Eades joins the show to discuss the impact and cause of falling Festival crowds, while rookie trainer Stephen Thorne talks about his remarkable start following another milestone at the Curragh yesterday.