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Lee is joined by John, and Chris for this week's Sunday Sermon Intro 00:00 Racing Review 01:00 Industry SP's 22:24 Gambling Commission Latest 30:26 New BHA Chair 34:17 Bring a Bottle at Haydock 38:50 Your Questions 42:12 Join us on Patreon for exclusive content and bets https://www.patreon.com/TheBarstewardsEnquiry
Charlie Poste and Micheál Deasy join Tom Stanley to preview ITV Saturday from Haydock, York and Chester. 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
Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Listowel and Tramore (31st May 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Haydock, York, Chester, Southwell, Stratford and Lingfield. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.
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Rory is joined by special guest Matt ‘Yeeehaaa' Chapman this week to find us some winners on ITV Racing, and Chantilly's Prix du Jockey Club. Subscribe to the Paddy Power Racing YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing It's Weekend Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ GambleAware
Fresh off a 12/1 winner last week, the Final Furlong Podcast crew returns with a full preview of the weekend's action from Haydock, Chester and York. Emmet Kennedy is joined by George Gorman, Andy Newton and Peter Michael, and the betting heat is turned way up:
Tune in to the latest episode of the Racing Postcast as our top team take aim at the ITV racing from Haydock, York and Chester this weekend. Presenter James Stevens is joined by Racing Post tipsters Keith Melrose and Tom Park plus Unibet's Ed Nicholson as the panel divulge their best bets.
With the Epsom Derby and Royal Ascot just around the corner, Ross Millar and Tom Collins return to preview all of Saturday's action. The feature races come from Haydock and York before the NAPs and NBs visit Stratford, Lingfield and Chester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Charlotte Greenway dives straight into the action this weekend, starting with the Irish 2000 Guineas on which we hear from Harry Charlton (Cosmic Year), Kate Harrington (Hotazhell) and Brian Meehan (Rashabar). Owen Burrows also has an update in Anmaat who heads to the Curragh on Sunday for the Tattersalls Gold Cup. Then Richard Fahey, William Buick and Jonathan Portman discuss their chances at Haydock before William Haggas previews his busy weekend which include him sending out Group 1 winners Dubai Honour & Lake Forest amongst others.
Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in the Curragh (24th May 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Haydock, Goodwood, Beverly, Catterick, Cartmel, Salisbury and Windsor. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.
Rory is joined by Fran Berry to discuss an action packed Saturday of racing on both sides of the Irish Sea! Subscribe to the Paddy Power Racing YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing It's Saturday Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ GambleAware
A classic weekend of racing is here — and The Final Furlong Podcast is ready with Group 1s, bold opinions, and big-value plays. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills, George Gorman, and Andy Newton to preview a stacked two days at The Curragh, Goodwood, Beverley, and Haydock, with a Lucky 15 that pays 1630/1! In the Irish 2000 Guineas, the panel is united in taking on the odds-on favourite — and we explain why Field Of Goldcould be set for redemption under Colin Keane. We also preview the Greenlands Stakes, where an Australian import for Aidan O'Brien makes his Irish debut — but two of the team prefer a sharp-looking 8/1 shot. Over in Britain, we cover six key races, including the Temple Stakes, the Sandy Lane, and two major juvenile tests at Beverley. Then it's back to The Curragh for a massive Sunday featuring the Tattersalls Gold Cup — can Los Angeles turn the tables on White Birch, or is there a party spoiler waiting?And in the Irish 1000 Guineas, we break down strong runners from Aidan O'Brien and Dermot Weld, and three of the team are against the favourite...
The Flat season is hotting up and there is more Classic action this weekend with the Irish 1,000 and 2,000 Guineas taking centre stage. Presenter James Stevens is joined by the Racing Post's deputy betting editor Graeme Rodway, handicapper Jonny Pearson and Unibet's Ed Nicholson to assess the action from the Curragh, Haydock, Goodwood and Beverley.
The SBK Betting Podcast is back to preview all of the weekend's racing on both sides of the Irish Sea. In the UK, there is top class action at Haydock with the Temple Stakes and Sandy Lane Stakes. The Curragh also plays host to the Irish 2000 Guineas where Field Of Gold will go for glory. NAPs & NBs round off this week's podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nick is joined by Matt Chapman to cast an eye over today's racing headlines. They reflect on an excellent weekend in UK and US, with contributions from John Gosden and Oisin Murphy after their Lockinge success, Saffie Osborne on being a part of the US Triple Crown, and Jonathan Portman, who unleashes his star sprinter Rumstar in this weekend's Temple Stakes at Haydock.
Nick is joined by Matt Chapman to cast an eye over today's racing headlines. They reflect on an excellent weekend in UK and US, with contributions from John Gosden and Oisin Murphy after their Lockinge success, Saffie Osborne on being a part of the US Triple Crown, and Jonathan Portman, who unleashes his star sprinter Rumstar in this weekend's Temple Stakes at Haydock.
Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Naas and Cork (10th May 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Haydock, Lingfield, Nottingham, Ascot, Leicester, Hexham and Warwick. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.
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Emmet Kennedy is joined by George Gorman and Andy Newton for a rapid-fire, bet-loaded preview of the top races across the codes, starting with the Swinton Handicap Hurdle, where George goes in strong on a bold 25/1 selection. We then head to Lingfield for two major trials. The Oaks Trial looks like another Aidan O'Brien banker — but in the Lingfield Derby Trial, questions are being asked. Did Ryan Moore pick the right horse? George and Emmet aren't convinced. And they're both in agreement on one horse in the next race being one of the most likely winners of the weekend. Over at Ascot, we break down three key races, including the always-competitive Victoria Cup, before George puts his neck on the line with his NAP of the weekend — an 8/1 shot in the following race. Confident takes, big prices, and sharp betting insight — it's another don't-miss weekend special.
With the Flat season now in full swing, host James Stevens is joined by deputy betting editor Graeme Rodway, Lambourn correspondent Liam Headd and Unibet's Brett Williams to give their thoughts on the Classic Trials at Lingfield and the Victoria Cup at Ascot. That's not all, as the biggest handicap hurdle of the new jumps season takes place at Haydock as well. Who do our panellists fancy to win the Swinton? The team finish off by providing their best bets from the weekend action.
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Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Navan (26th April 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Sandown, Haydock, Leicester, Ripon, Doncaster and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.
Host James Stevens is joined by champion elect Sean Bowen, Racing Post betting editor Keith Melrose, handicapper Jonny Pearson and Unibet ambassador Ed Nicholson to give their thoughts on the jumps season finale at Sandown and the trainers' championship. The team provide their best bets for the weekend, which includes action on the Flat from Leicester and Haydock.
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Racing in Ireland on Saturday (19th April 2025) is in Cork and Fairyhouse. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Haydock, Carlisle, Musselborough, Huntingdon, Newtown Abbot and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.
James Stevens is joined by Robbie Wilders, Harry Wilson and Unibet's Ed Nicholson to preview the action from Musselburgh and Haydock Park. In the first part of the show the panel takes a close look at Haydock's jumps card, which includes the Challenger Stayers Hurdle Series Final and Two Mile Hurdle Series Final. Will we see any change in the trainers' title standings? The second part focuses on the Flat action from Musselburgh, with the competitive Queen's Cup the feature, as well as the Scottish Sprint Cup.
After a busy few days at the Newmarket Craven Meeting, the team return to preview Saturday's racing with action on the flat at Musselburgh and over obstacles at Haydock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer, Lee Mottershead to discuss the news and events from around the horse racing world. First up today, York's head of sponsorship and marketing James Brennan shares the racecourse's delight at the City of York Stakes finally achieving Group 1 status after many years of campaigning. Also on today's show, co-trainer Josh Guerriero discusses the options for Iroko who is by no means a certain runner in this weekend's feature Ladbrokes Chase at Kempton Park due to drying ground conditions and also has news of other promising youngsters in the yard. Pro-punter, owner and Raceshare syndicate founder Patrick Veitch shares his delight at real Triumph Hurdle prospect Gibbs Island, who won the Victor Ludorum hurdle at Haydock. Veitch also shares his views on recent pronouncements from racing supporting MPs on the separation of racing and gaming wallets. Plus, Kieran Clark has this week's Timeform perspective and Herman Brown jnr, once a leading trainer in South Africa, tells Nick about how much he is looking forward to his second incarnation with a licence in our Weatherby's supported bloodstock slot.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer, Lee Mottershead to discuss the news and events from around the horse racing world. First up today, York's head of sponsorship and marketing James Brennan shares the racecourse's delight at the City of York Stakes finally achieving Group 1 status after many years of campaigning. Also on today's show, co-trainer Josh Guerriero discusses the options for Iroko who is by no means a certain runner in this weekend's feature Ladbrokes Chase at Kempton Park due to drying ground conditions and also has news of other promising youngsters in the yard. Pro-punter, owner and Raceshare syndicate founder Patrick Veitch shares his delight at real Triumph Hurdle prospect Gibbs Island, who won the Victor Ludorum hurdle at Haydock. Veitch also shares his views on recent pronouncements from racing supporting MPs on the separation of racing and gaming wallets. Plus, Kieran Clark has this week's Timeform perspective and Herman Brown jnr, once a leading trainer in South Africa, tells Nick about how much he is looking forward to his second incarnation with a licence in our Weatherby's supported bloodstock slot.
This week, Charlotte Greenway recaps on the interviews from the week relating to this weekend's racing, starting at Ascot for the Grade 1 Ascot Chase where Paul Nicholls & Emmet Mullins discuss their runners before Philip Hobbs makes the case for Lowry's Bar returning to winning ways in the Reynoldstown. Then onto Haydock where Kerry Lee explains why she's stepping Nemean Lion up in trip for the Rendlesham and Sam Twiston-Davies also lays out why National Hopeful Beauport is running over hurdles. Finally, we take a look at the Amir Trophy in Qatar this weekend where Alex Merriam (Rebel's Romance); Jim Crowley (Alflaila) & Harry Charlton (King's Gambit) all discuss their chances.
Racing in Ireland on Saturday (15th February 2025) is in Gowran Park. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Haydock, Wincanton, Ascot, Southwell and Newcastle. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.
For a second time this week, Ruby and Rory are in the hotseat. On the agenda today: Saturday's ITV Racing! Don't miss the new Harry Cobden series, or the Cheltenham Countdown on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing Get your tickets for the Cheltenham Fanzone in Dublin right here: bit.ly/3EsOYAe It's Weekend Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org
After landing 20/1, 11/2, and 7/2 winners last week, Emmet Kennedy, Peter Michael, and Andy Newton are back with confident selections for the weekend's biggest races. The team has a 10/1 shot that looks primed to strike and one selection at 11/2 that's got one of our experts ultra-bullish—will the hot streak continue? This week's deep-dive previews cover Grade 1, Grade 2, and top handicaps, including:
Get set for the weekend's racing with host James Stevens joined by RP tipsters Robbie Wilders and Keith Melrose as well as Unibet ambassador Ed Nicholson. The panel share thoughts on the ITV Racing races at Ascot, including the clash of L'Homme Presse, Pic D'Orhy and Corbetts Cross in the Ascot Chase. Attention turns to Wincanton's Kingwell Hurdle and three races at Haydock including the Grand National Trial. We also get the weekend's NAPs from the team.
Ed Chamberlin, Graham Cunningham, David Johnson and Billy Nash join Ben Linfoot to discuss the fallout from Newbury, Warwick and the Grand National weights before looking ahead to this weekend at Ascot and Haydock.
Racing in Ireland on Saturday (18th January 2025) is in Navan. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Lingfield, Haydock, Ascot, Taunton and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.
Nick is joined by ITV broadcaster Matt Chapman to discuss today's horse racing events. They look ahead to the Winter Million and debate the merits of the big two in the Clarence House Chase. Nick is joined by trainer Lucinda Russell who's Ahoy Senor is bidding to get back on track in Windsor's Fitzdares Fleur de Lys Chase on Sunday, while podcast regular Joe Chambers, racing manager to Rich Ricci, tells us about Royale Pagaille's bid to win a third Peter Marsh Chase at Haydock and fills us in on the owner's other stars. Also in today's show, James Owen pinpoints the next target for his Champion Hurdle hopeful Burdett Road and we're off point to pointing with Ben Atkins and Molly Armytage.
Host James Stevens is joined by Tom Park, Graeme Rodway and Brett Williams to go through the big races this week at Windsor and Market Rasen on Friday, as well as top-class cards at Ascot and Haydock on Saturday. In the main part of the show, the panel discuss the Clarence House Chase battle between chasing titans Jonbon and Energumene. Who of the duo will our panel side with, or will one of the outsiders spring a shock? There's also a terrific running of the Peter Marsh Chase at Haydock, headlined by Betfair Chase winner Royale Pagaille. Will Venetia Williams' course specialist strike again in Lancashire? Our panel have their say. The team finish off by providing their weekend NAPs.
Charlie Poste, Steve Jones and Ed Quigley join Tom Stanley to preview ITV Saturday. 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
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for the final full episode before Christmas... they are joined at some length by Ricci racing manager Joe Chambers, who gatecrashes this show with news of the owner's stars, including a report on Christmas hurdle entry Lossiemouth and some of the likely riding arrangements. Later in this episode, Felix de Giles tells us about Juntos Ganamos, the intriguing King George supplementary, while Olly Murphy has the lowdown on Long Walk favourite Strong Leader, Dave Ord has something for the weekend, Dan Cooper addresses weather worries at Haydock, plus Howden CEO and Founder David Howden discusses his backing of the new Thoroughbred Aftercare initiative.
Host James Stevens is joined by Robbie Wilders, Jonny Pearson and Ed Nicholson to go through the big races at Ascot and Haydock this weekend. In the main part of the show, the panel discuss the Long Walk Hurdle, the Grade 1 showpiece on Ascot's card and in which Crambo bids for back-to-back victories. At Haydock, the Tommy Whittle Handicap Chase is the day's big betting race, but who do our experts fancy to come out on top? The panel finish off by providing their weekend NAPs.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the news that Grey Dawning may yet make the King George at Kempton having emerged well from his Haydock exertions. Also on today's show, Sam Thomas looks ahead to the Fighting Fifth with rising star Lump Sum, while Timeform's Dab Barber considers the Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle divisions in light of last weekend. Nick talks to Shirley Anderson-Jolag about becoming the first woman to take to the rostrum at Tattersalls, while Coolmore Australia's Tom Magnier is our Weatherbys Guest and has news of exciting sprinters set to tackle Royal Ascot next year. Debbie Kepitis shares her joy at Winx's latest offspring, while JA McGrath has a bulletin from Hong Kong, and Romantic Warrior's trainer Danny Shum joins with an update ahead of next weekend's big races.
After tipping 6 winners from 7 races last week, including a massive 22/1 shot, Emmet Kennedy is joined by Peter Michael and Andy Newton to deliver another weekend of unmissable racing analysis on The Final Furlong Podcast. The team kicks things off with a deep dive into the Coral Gold Cup at Newbury, where one pundit is supremely confident he's uncovered the winner. Next, they preview the Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle, where Nicky Henderson's rising star Sir Gino takes on Willie Mullins' dual Grade 1 winner Mystical Power. But who deserves your money? The lads weigh in. Could a JP McManus Handicap plot horse be lurking in the 2:25 Newbury Coral Racing Club Intermediate Handicap Hurdle? One of the team labels it “the best of the weekend!” Meanwhile, there's strong each-way confidence in the 3:20 Newcastle Rehearsal Handicap Chase, with an expert declaring, “He can't be out of the first three!” Finally, they tackle the 3:35 Newbury Coral Jim Joel Memorial Handicap Chase, offering bold picks for the lucky last, and Peter's NAP of the weekend runs on Friday afternoon - don't miss out on the early value! With tips and insights covering the biggest races at Newbury, Newcastle, Ascot, Haydock, and Punchestown, this is your essential guide to the weekend's action. Listen now to get the inside track on the best bets and bold predictions! Follow the lads on X. Follow Andy @NewtsDailyLays and checkout www.sportscasting.com/uk. Follow Peter on X @Pmichaelracing. Follow Emmet on X @RadioEmmet 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
Nick is joined by Daily Mirror journalist David Yates to take at look at news and events from around the racing world. They begin with a reflection on a pulsating John Durkan Chase at Punchestown, and are joined to discuss the performances of the 1-2 by their owner's racing manager Frank Berry. Also on today's show, taking stock of the weekend's Champion Hurdle merry-go-rounnd, and Joe Chambers gives an update on Lossiemouth, plus outlines plans for Haydock hero Royale Pagaille and looks ahead to this weekend's Coral Gold Cup. With an MP now lending vocal backing to the growing campaign to ban greyhound racing, GBGB CEO Mark Bird outlines the case that he is making to government and the wider public for the continuation of the sport, and underlines the implicit knock-on threat to horseracing. William Buick joins the show to look back on his second in the Japan Cup aboard Durezza.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the news that Grey Dawning may yet make the King George at Kempton having emerged well from his Haydock exertions. Also on today's show, Sam Thomas looks ahead to the Fighting Fifth with rising star Lump Sum, while Timeform's Dab Barber considers the Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle divisions in light of last weekend. Nick talks to Shirley Anderson-Jolag about becoming the first woman to take to the rostrum at Tattersalls, while Coolmore Australia's Tom Magnier is our Weatherbys Guest and has news of exciting sprinters set to tackle Royal Ascot next year. Debbie Kepitis shares her joy at Winx's latest offspring, while JA McGrath has a bulletin from Hong Kong, and Romantic Warrior's trainer Danny Shum joins with an update ahead of next weekend's big races.
Nick is joined by Daily Mirror journalist David Yates to take at look at news and events from around the racing world. They begin with a reflection on a pulsating John Durkan Chase at Punchestown, and are joined to discuss the performances of the 1-2 by their owner's racing manager Frank Berry. Also on today's show, taking stock of the weekend's Champion Hurdle merry-go-rounnd, and Joe Chambers gives an update on Lossiemouth, plus outlines plans for Haydock hero Royale Pagaille and looks ahead to this weekend's Coral Gold Cup. With an MP now lending vocal backing to the growing campaign to ban greyhound racing, GBGB CEO Mark Bird outlines the case that he is making to government and the wider public for the continuation of the sport, and underlines the implicit knock-on threat to horseracing. William Buick joins the show to look back on his second in the Japan Cup aboard Durezza.
Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to some cracking action this weekend and starts with the Betfair Chase at Haydock for which Grey Dawning is the current favourite, and trainer Dan Skelton provides a positive bulletin on him before Sam Twiston-Davies looks forward to getting the leg up on Bravemansgame and Gabriel Leenders weighs up whether Gold Tweet is up to this challenge. Then Gavin Cromwell discusses his two Grade 1 runner this weekend and finally Aidan O'Brien has news from Japan of Auguste Rodin, ahead of his final start in Sunday's Japan Cup.
The Final Furlong Podcast team is back after tipping four winners last week, including two winning NAPs! Join Emmet Kennedy, Peter Michael, and Andy Newton as they deliver expert analysis and bold predictions for the weekend's biggest races at Ascot, Haydock, and Punchestown. Highlights include:
Tom in for Nick and joined by senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead. We start with JP McManus's column in the racing post entitled “Why I think Cheltenham Festival handicaps need to change”. Lee tells us how this came about gives his views on JP's comments. We hear from Nico de Boinville in conversation with Josh Stacey after Constitutions Hill's gallop on Monday and we ask whether the market drift on his Fighting Fifth and Champion Hurdle claims is an overreaction. We are joined by Gavin Cromwell and Gabriel Leenders who have intended Betfair Chase runners this weekend and the former also has Inothewayurthinkin in the John Durkan on Sunday. We also hear from Haydock clerk of the course Dan Cooper who tells us much needed rain is on the way. After four riders were banned at Lingfield yesterday, jockey coach George Baker joins us to give his assessment of events. Nick has been catching up with Chair of the TBA National Hunt committee Simon Cox ahead of Warwick's Thursday fixture and we have the latest from Hong Kong with the croc.