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Nick was joined in the studio by Jonathan Harding, Eve Johnson-Houghton, David Menuisier & Kia Joorabchian. Lots of Irish classic reaction, plus lively debate. Including a fascinating conversation with Kia.
Nick was joined by Jonathan Harding, David Menuisier & Eve Johnson-Houghton for this week's Talking Points: Going Is Good / Pouliches Appeal / Gambling Tax / Weighing Rooms / Sherman Cup Ladies / French Prize Money / Derby Festival Rethink.
Josh Stacey in for Nick and joined by Jonathan Harding of the Racing Post to reflect on the action over the weekend, starting with Shes Perfect's demotion to second pace in yesterday's French 1000 Guineas. Her trainer and owner Charlie Fellowes and Basher Watts share their thoughts and ask for answers with regards to Barzalona's riding tactics in the later stages. Then Anthony Dunkley takes a look at this week's Preakness Stakes before retiring jockey Max Kendrick shares what's next for him out of the saddle.
Josh Stacey in for Nick and joined by Jonathan Harding of the Racing Post to reflect on the action over the weekend, starting with Shes Perfect's demotion to second pace in yesterday's French 1000 Guineas. Her trainer and owner Charlie Fellowes and Basher Watts share their thoughts and ask for answers with regards to Barzalona's riding tactics in the later stages. Then Anthony Dunkley takes a look at this week's Preakness Stakes before retiring jockey Max Kendrick shares what's next for him out of the saddle.
Big stories and big races are up for discussion as Lee Mottershead and Jonathan Harding talk about some of the sport's hottest issues in this week's edition of The Front Page. Frankie Dettori, Ryan Moore and William Buick have signed up to a new $15 million global jockeys' league that is expected to launch across some of the world's most prestigious racing venues early next year. We assess its chances of bringing a new audience to the sport. Buick's place among the world racing elite was confirmed over the weekend at Newmarket, where he teamed up with Charlie Appleby to win both the 2,000 and 1,000 Guineas, while in America Godolphin also landed the Kentucky Derby and Oaks. We look back on the Classic action and reflect on a Punchestown festival that was fantastic for fans of Galopin Des Champs but terrible for the increasingly long-suffering supporters of Constitution Hill. This week's show ends with more bad news of crashing betting turnover and worrying suggestions that the government is considering tax changes that seem set to heap yet more woe on British racing.
Josh Stacey in for Nick today and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. They begin by reflecting on Haiti Couleurs's impressive success in yesterday's Irish Grand National for Welsh trainer Rebecca Curtis. Ridden by Champion Jockey elect, Sean Bowen, he shares what yesterday's win meant and also winning the championship this season. Sean's father Peter, joins Josh to look at where his son's drive and talent comes from and what his success means to the whole family. Dan Skelton, who holds a nearly 60k lead in the trainers' championship, discusses his huge team of runners this week as he looks to get the better of Willie Mullins this time around. Kieran Clark has the weekly Timeform update before Jacob Webb has the latest on french jockey, Nicolas Gauffenic, who suffered a nasty fall over the weekend.
Josh Stacey in for Nick today and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. They begin by reflecting on Haiti Couleurs's impressive success in yesterday's Irish Grand National for Welsh trainer Rebecca Curtis. Ridden by Champion Jockey elect, Sean Bowen, he shares what yesterday's win meant and also winning the championship this season. Sean's father Peter, joins Josh to look at where his son's drive and talent comes from and what his success means to the whole family. Dan Skelton, who holds a nearly 60k lead in the trainers' championship, discusses his huge team of runners this week as he looks to get the better of Willie Mullins this time around. Kieran Clark has the weekly Timeform update before Jacob Webb has the latest on french jockey, Nicolas Gauffenic, who suffered a nasty fall over the weekend.
The Grand National has changed enormously in recent years. Does it now need to change again? That is the big question asked in this week's edition of The Front Page, in which Chris Cook and Jonathan Harding join Lee Mottershead to discuss complaints from a number of British trainers that the sport's most famous race has lost its essence. Should there be a cap on the number of runners a single trainer can have? Would the Grand National be better with win-and-you're-in races? And do people really care who trains the runners or in what country they are trained? After looking forward to Aintree, the team looks back at the Cheltenham Festival, this focusing on last week's announcement that some ticket prices are to be cut, alongside a rebranding of the meeting's second day. To wrap up the programme, we reflect on the Racing Post's Racing and the Economy series, debate the mini revolt that occurred when some of Britain's trainers met in London and, after all that, we even tell you who the panel fancies for next Saturday's Grand National.
Nick was joined in the studio by Barry Geraghty, Noel George & Jonathan Harding for this week's Cheltenham Festival Special Talking Points: Lossiemouth / Crowds / 20 Runner Restrictions / Willie – How Many? / Irish v GB v Fra / JP Team.
Tom in for Nick and joined by Racing Post journalist Jonathan Harding. We start with the news tat Jack Kennedy will return to the saddle from Monday and be fit to ride at the Cheltenham Festival this year and Jack is along to tell us more. We hear from new Cheltenham CEO Guy Lavender re the news that the Supreme Novices' Hurdle will be named after the late Michael O'Sullivan. Guy also looks ahead to his first festival and touches on some important changes this year and his hopes for 2025. We give news on James Bowen appealing his ban which will keep him out of Cheltenham as things stand and also bring news or Eric McNamara's successful appeal after Mount Ferns was found to have been permitted to run other than on its merits. The Horse Welfare Board's Pip Kirkby tells us about the growing support behind schooling days on British racecourses and we then turn our attention to this weekend. We hear from Neil Mulholland who has Petrol Head on first start for him in the Morebattle Hurdle and George Scott tells us about plans for West Acre this season who lines up in a Group 3 at Meydan on Emirates Super Saturday.
The planned abolition of greyhound racing in Wales is among the topics discussed in the latest edition of The Front Page. Lee Mottershead, Jonathan Harding and Matthew Rennie debate the Welsh government's announcement and ask whether British horse racing should be offering more vocal support to the increasingly endangered greyhound racing industry. This week's edition also looks back on a weekend of major races in Britain, Ireland and Saudi Arabia before the team debates more of last week's big stories and asks if Dan Skelton is right when he says the Grand National needs to be moved.
Nick is joined by award-winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss today's racing news. The day after Michael O'Sullivan's funeral, Davy Russell joins the show to reflect upon a day of great sorrow and real strength on the part of the racing community.Also on today's show: the death of Delta Work, aged 12; the two star Seven Barrows juveniles not appearing at Kempton this weekend; the small increase in prize money contributions over the next year. Plus, Sam Thomas talks through a strong squad for the weekend. In Riyadh, Tom Stanley joins Nick to preview the Saudi Cup in the company of Team Valor President Fred Heyman (Facteur Cheval) and Scott Turner, owner of Witness Stand.Ben and Molly are back with their Point to Point review.
Nick is joined by award-winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss today's racing news. The day after Michael O'Sullivan's funeral, Davy Russell joins the show to reflect upon a day of great sorrow and real strength on the part of the racing community. Also on today's show: the death of Delta Work, aged 12; the two star Seven Barrows juveniles not appearing at Kempton this weekend; the small increase in prize money contributions over the next year. Plus, Sam Thomas talks through a strong squad for the weekend. In Riyadh, Tom Stanley joins Nick to preview the Saudi Cup in the company of Team Valor President Fred Heyman (Facteur Cheval) and Scott Turner, owner of Witness Stand. Ben and Molly are back with their Point to Point review.
Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. After a further update on the Sir Gino situation, Nick is joined by Liverpool Walton MP Dan Carden to reflect on his contribution to the Westminster Hall Gambling Debate last week, and his views on how racing positions itself in the current regulatory landscape. Also on today's show, Philip Hobbs reflects on a solidly productive campaign as he sends out Lowry's Bar to contest the Reynoldstown at Ascot this weekend. Trainer Harry Charlton joins Nick to look ahead to this weekend's Amir's Trophy with recent Wathnan acquisition King's Gambit, and has news on returning potential stable stars Hand of God and Cosmic Year, while National Stud GM Joe Bradley outlines the pioneering stallion deal that he hopes will fill the book for Rajasinghe.
Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. After a further update on the Sir Gino situation, Nick is joined by Liverpool Walton MP Dan Carden to reflect on his contribution to the Westminster Hall Gambling Debate last week, and his views on how racing positions itself in the current regulatory landscape. Also on today's show, Philip Hobbs reflects on a solidly productive campaign as he sends out Lowry's Bar to contest the Reynoldstown at Ascot this weekend. Trainer Harry Charlton joins Nick to look ahead to this weekend's Amir's Trophy with recent Wathnan acquisition King's Gambit, and has news on returning potential stable stars Hand of God and Cosmic Year, while National Stud GM Joe Bradley outlines the pioneering stallion deal that he hopes will fill the book for Rajasinghe.
We are now just four weeks away from the start of the Cheltenham Festival - and this week's edition of The Front Page is a must for festival fans. Lee Mottershead, Jonathan Harding and Liam Headd kick things off by reviewing Super Saturday at Newbury, where the William Hill Hurdle was dominated by Joyeuese. A change to the rules looks set to keep her away from Cheltenham. Does that rule need changing? Willie Mullins is set for another fantastic festival, as was obvious when he paraded some of his likely runners last week. How many winners will he have and which ones will they be? We end the show by paying tribute to the Aga Khan and reporting on a Westminster debate that further exposed the ignorance of some MPs when it comes to gambling.
Join Maddy Playle, Chris Cook and Jonathan Harding to discuss a game-changing week in the racing world. The panel discuss an array of electric performances at the Dublin Racing Festival and their likely impact on the Cheltenham Festival. Jonathan covers the excellent chasing performances of Galopin Des Champs, Majborough, Ballyburn and Solness, while Maddy picks the bones out of State Man's win and red-hot novice efforts from Final Demand and Kopek Des Bordes. Chris calls for your input on the Big Punting Survey as he underlines why it is so important to collate meaningful data on the major issues facing punters at the moment.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to canter through today's racing news. NTF Chief Executive Paul Johnson has the final word on this week's PRA drama and the U-turn on trainer interviews. Also on the show, Paul Nicholls on his bumper Grand National entry plus news on Stage Star, Ginny's Destiny, Kalif du Berlais and Caldwell Potter. Gearoid O'Loughlin tells Nick about taking on the might of Willie Mullins with the giant Jeannot Lapin at the DRF, while Ben and Molly are back with more from the Pointing field.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to canter through today's racing news. NTF Chief Executive Paul Johnson has the final word on this week's PRA drama and the U-turn on trainer interviews. Also on the show, Paul Nicholls on his bumper Grand National entry plus news on Stage Star, Ginny's Destiny, Kalif du Berlais and Caldwell Potter. Gearoid O'Loughlin tells Nick about taking on the might of Willie Mullins with the giant Jeannot Lapin at the DRF, while Ben and Molly are back with more from the Pointing field.
This week's edition of The Front Page kicks off with debate about Jonbon following his latest dominant victory at Ascot. Britain's highest-rated chaser is unbeaten away from Cheltenham, where all three of his defeats have occurred. Should that worry punters thinking about backing him at short odds for the Queen Mother Champion Chase? Lee Mottershead, Maddy Playle and Jonathan Harding consider that big festival question before discussing yet more examples of punters encountering crazy interference from bookmakers due to affordability checks. Should they really be asking us how well we are sleeping? Like most good news bulletins, the programme ends with the weather, as the panel asks whether last week's controversial Ludlow abandonment strengthens the argument for changing the way in which inspection decisions are made.
Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They are joined first today by Nicky Henderson, who issues his most positive bulletin yet on Constitution Hill ahead of his long awaited comeback next week at Kempton. Also on today's show, Harry Skelton talks Grey Dawning plus plans for Ascot this Saturday, while L'Homme Presse's owner Andy Edwards anticipates a bold show from his much beloved horse. Barney Clifford brings us the latest going report. Nick and Jonathan discuss the latest developments in the John Dance case, and ask whether the industry should have done more to assess his suitability as an owner, while they also run the rule over the latest likely whip DQ at Newbury.
This week's edition of The Front Page looks back on a great Qipco British Champions Day, looks forward to the new core jumps season and digs deep into a problem troubling many punters. Lee Mottershead, Maddy Playle and Jonathan Harding start the programme with analysis of Saturday's action at Ascot, where Anmaat, Charyn and Kyprios dazzled in front of almost 30,000 spectators. Crowds will soon be flocking to the big winter jumps meetings. The Racing Post has previewed the new campaign in The Big Jump Off supplement, which the panel uses to look forward to a campaign in which more domination by Willie Mullins is on the cards. The programme ends by asking why some punters are finding it hard to withdraw money from their betting accounts. It's a real problem and was highlighted in a Racing Post special report last week.
Nick is joined by award-winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. On today's show, William Haggas discusses the final task for Economics this season, the QIPCO British Champion Stakes at Ascot on Saturday. Tony Fry, representative for Nurlan Bizakov's Sumbe operation, talks Charyn, Lazzat and the big money purchase at Book 2, while Aussie trainer Ciaron Maher previews the chances of his trio in Saturday's Caulfield Cup. Also on today's show, HRI boss Suzanne Eade reacts to the passing of the Irish Gambling Bill with relation to TV pictures, while National Stud supremo Anna Kerr shares her joy at securing Bradsell for 2025.
Kia Joorabchian's colossal spending spree, a controversial Cesarewitch and fears over a tax raid on bookmakers are all up for discussion in this week's edition of The Front Page. Lee Mottershead, Jonathan Harding and David Jennings kick things off by looking at last week's explosive yearling sale in Newmarket, where Amo Racing's Joorabchian spent over £24 million, in the process thwarting bloodstock superpowers Coolmore and Godolphin. We examine why he did it and where it might lead? Next up is a review of the Future Champions Festival at Newmarket, where Alphonse Le Grande won a Cesarewitch he might lose on Tuesday due to his rider's use of the whip. We ask if the system needs changing and reflect on the Dewhurst Stakes and Fillies' Mile. Finally, we look at reports suggesting the government is considering major increases in betting duty that could decimate British racing's finances. We assess just how bad that could be for the sport.
Andrew and JJ preview the USMNT's upcoming friendlies vs Panama and Mexico and wonder how quickly the squad will be able to adjust to their new manager. Plus, Pochettino wades into the murky waters of pitting "playing in MLS vs riding the bench in Europe." And JJ is joined by German football writer Jonathan Harding to dissect Jurgen Klopp's somewhat controversial appointment as the new head of football at Red Bull.***BY THE WAY... Our new premium channel, Caught Offside Plus, is up and running! Just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com to sign up! Once you have access to the premium feed, check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th (we don't think you'll be disappointed) and enjoy the additional Caught Offside content that's soon to be headed your way.And just a reminder: We've partnered up with Manscaped during the month of October! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code caughtoffside at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod---Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding as the build-up continues to Sunday's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. In a longer interview today, jockey Christophe Soumillon - set at this stage to ride Continuous in this year's edition - tells Nick why the race has been even more important to him than you might expect, and discusses the nuances of his two brilliant wins aboard Dalakhani and Zarkava. Also on today's show, Ralph Beckett confirms Bluestocking's supplementary entry, while trainer Christophe Ferland takes aim at her again with Vermeille runner-up Aventure, one of eight runners of the weekend for the stable. Plus, with commercial agreements between racecourses and horsemen coming into play once again, Thoroughbred Group Chair Julian Richmond Watson fills us in, while Eliza McCalmont reports from GOFFS Orby Sale, where she talks to agent Billy Jackson-Stops and Tom Whelan, consignor of Day One's top lot.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding as the build-up continues to Sunday's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. In a longer interview today, jockey Christophe Soumillon - set at this stage to ride Continuous in this year's edition - tells Nick why the race has been even more important to him than you might expect, and discusses the nuances of his two brilliant wins aboard Dalakhani and Zarkava. Also on today's show, Ralph Beckett confirms Bluestocking's supplementary entry, while trainer Christophe Ferland takes aim at her again with Vermeille runner-up Aventure, one of eight runners of the weekend for the stable. Plus, with commercial agreements between racecourses and horsemen coming into play once again, Thoroughbred Group Chair Julian Richmond Watson fills us in, while Eliza McCalmont reports from GOFFS Orby Sale, where she talks to agent Billy Jackson-Stops and Tom Whelan, consignor of Day One's top lot.
Charlotte Greenway and Nick teaming up to bring you today's podcast and Charlotte is joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding who has new of a 6 year sentence for former policer officer Michael Stanley who set up a fraudulent betting investment company. Nick catches up with Joseph O'Brien to get the latest on leading Arc hope Al Riffa and Group 1 winning two year old Scorthy Champ. Joey Peacock shares his hopes for Saudi Cup winner Senor Buscador in this weekend's California Crown, where Nick will be present. Then switching codes Jon discusses the news that Fastorslow will target the King George at Kempton and Jeremy Scott is along as the latest guest in the Overbury People series and also shares his hopes for leading mares novice hurdler Golden Ace going forward. Finally Gordon Brown explains why he believes the Scottish racecourse feature so prominently in the Showcase and Awards nominations and JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest news from around the racing and breeding world. On today's show, Francis Graffard gives us the reasons for Goliath's absence this weekend, while Willie Mullins remains bullish about his Melbourne Cup squad despite the absence of Hipop de Loire. Also on today's show, Adrian Keatley and Hugo Palmer look to the Breeders' Cup with star juveniles, with Keatley's Symbol of Strength a key player in this weekend's Mill Reef Stakes. Brian O'Rourke tells Nick about the thrill of producing Economics from Copgrove Hall Stud.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest news from around the racing and breeding world. On today's show, Francis Graffard gives us the reasons for Goliath's absence this weekend, while Willie Mullins remains bullish about his Melbourne Cup squad despite the absence of Hipop de Loire. Also on today's show, Adrian Keatley and Hugo Palmer look to the Breeders' Cup with star juveniles, with Keatley's Symbol of Strength a key player in this weekend's Mill Reef Stakes. Brian O'Rourke tells Nick about the thrill of producing Economics from Copgrove Hall Stud.
Join James Stevens, Jonathan Harding and Scott Burton to discuss the week's big talking points. The panel dissect a stellar weekend of Flat racing including the St Leger, Economics in the Irish Champion Stakes and the various Arc clues on Saturday and Sunday. Scott leads the tributes to legendary trainer Sir Michael Stoute who will retire at the end of the season, and recalls his great days including with Shergar. James looks at a controversial race involving a 28-day ban at Worcester.
The suspension of a top trainer, an important decision about Europe's greatest Flat race and a bizarre French Group 1 are the talking points in this week's edition of The Front Page. The programme begins with Jonathan Harding leading the discussion of a torrid day last week for Shark Hanlon, who was given a ten-month suspension by the IHRB having already found himself at the centre of a social media storm. Lee Mottershead and Scott Burton then debate whether geldings should be permitted to run in the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe after France-Galop revealed plans to consider the ban. The programme ends with a look at Saturday's Betfair Sprint Cup and the following afternoon's Prix du Moulin, in which Tribalist shocked a star-studded field by stealing the prize from the front.
Tom in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. They both tie up a few notable stories from the week including the news that all jockeys who missed intended breath sampling last month have been cleared of any wrongdoing. Jonathan also gives his view on Callum Shepherd's successful appeal against an 18-day ban. Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse is along to flesh out the possibility of geldings running in the Arc and we also pay a visit to Noel George who outlines plans for stable star Il Est Francais. And with two Group 1 races on the horizon in Europe this weekend we hear from Big Rock's trainer Maurizio Guarnieri, with his charge likely to swerve the race, and from Charyn's rider Silvestre De Sousa. And Tom Eaves joins us to hail Betfair Sprint Cup favourite Inisherin the best he has sat on.
Tom in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. They both tie up a few notable stories from the week including the news that all jockeys who missed intended breath sampling last month have been cleared of any wrongdoing. Jonathan also gives his view on Callum Shepherd's successful appeal against an 18-day ban. Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse is along to flesh out the possibility of geldings running in the Arc and we also pay a visit to Noel George who outlines plans for stable star Il Est Francais. And with two Group 1 races on the horizon in Europe this weekend we hear from Big Rock's trainer Maurizio Guarnieri, with his charge likely to swerve the race, and from Charyn's rider Silvestre De Sousa. And Tom Eaves joins us to hail Betfair Sprint Cup favourite Inisherin the best he has sat on.
Nick is joined by ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. Aidan O'Brien is first up with running plans for the Irish Champion Stakes and news of City of Troy's public gallop at Southwell. Charlie Fellowes and jamie Osborne join the show to debate the future of the Racing League, while Brendan Walsh talks about defending his Kentucky Downs trainers' title, Jonathan Harding reports from the Asian racing Conference and Group CEO Henry Beeby looks ahead to the Goffs Orby sale.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing and bloodstock world. Leading today, jockey Tom Marquand reflects on the strong comeback at Deauville for the much-talked-about Economics, and considers where his best opportunities may now lie. Also on today's show, prominent owner Simon Munir gives Nick a lengthy and fascinating interview that encompasses not only his critique of HRI's restricted races policy, but also his business-minded approach to ownership as a whole. TDN European Editor takes the pulse of Deauville this August, while Karl Burke gives us insight into this weekend's Prix Morny candidate Shareholder. We check in with Moonee Valley's Charlotte Mills as the international cast list for the Cox Plate continues to grow, while Keeneland VP Sales Tony Lacy considers the massive catalogue now published for the upcoming Yearling Sale.
Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest racing news from around the world. They begin with the confirmation of Ryan Moore aboard Inspiral at Deauville this weekend. Also in France, a huge story from Adrien Cugnasse as JdeG confirm the merger of two great powerhouse stables of Jean Claude Rouget and Jerome Reynier. Plus, BGC Chair Michael Dugher reacts to the fixture list on behalf of betting operators and offers perspective on the likelihood of Levy reform talks. Richard Brown from Wathnan Racing looks forward to a busy Group One week for the team in France and Ireland, while Joseph O'Brien assesses Al Riffa's road to the Arc as he tackles the Grosser Preis von Berlin in new colours this weekend. Professor Chris Proudman from the University of Surrey reveals fascinating outcomes to a six year study into the correlation between gut health in foals and racecourse performance.
Jonathan Harding joins the Yellowwallpod to discuss the impact of Borussia Dortmund's latest midfield signing Pascal Groß. How much does the 33-year-old have left in the tank and will he be a starter for the Black and Yellows?
Charlotte Greenway filling in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding and they discuss the latest in the war between Flutter & ARC, further sanctions on Irish trainer Tony Martin and legal proceedings that are set to take place between Steve Parkin of Clipper Logistics and Ballyhane Stud's Joe Foley. Then ahead of tomorrow's Irish Oaks we hear from Danny Tudhope on his mount Lava Stream and Irish born, french based trainer Gavin Hernon on leading fancy Dare to Dream. Finally, it's Friday so we hear from Sporting Life's Dave Ord in our regular slot, Timeform's Something for the Weekend.
Charlotte Greenway filling in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding and they discuss the latest in the war between Flutter & ARC, further sanctions on Irish trainer Tony Martin and legal proceedings that are set to take place between Steve Parkin of Clipper Logistics and Ballyhane Stud's Joe Foley. Then ahead of tomorrow's Irish Oaks we hear from Danny Tudhope on his mount Lava Stream and Irish born, french based trainer Gavin Hernon on leading fancy Dare to Dream. Finally, it's Friday so we hear from Sporting Life's Dave Ord in our regular slot, Timeform's Something for the Weekend
A general election, a dramatic skirmish and a hard-fought Sandown success are the topics up for debate in this week's edition of The Front Page. Richard Forristal kicks things off by examining City Of Troy's workmanlike triumph in the Coral-Eclipse. Most people seemed to be underwhelmed but Richard argues it would be wrong to be too downbeat about what we saw. Sir Keir Starmer enjoyed a much more decisive victory when the United Kingdom went to the polls. What does a Labour government mean for racing and should the sport be considering a former Conservative MP for a senior role at the BHA? The programme ends with Jonathan Harding exploring last week's media rights showdown between the Martin Cruddace-led Arena Racing Company and gambling giant Flutter. With bookmakers still adamant they are paying too much, what comes next?
Last week the BHA revealed that betting on racing continues to decline, falling almost 6 per cent in the first quarter of 2024 to extend a rout extending back to 2022. Joined on the Front Page by Bill Barber and Jonathan Harding, Tom Kerr says the latest figures should be a wakeup call for racing and warns the sport's lack of leadership is hindering efforts to deal with the gathering crisis. The panel also discusses the imminent general election and its implications for racing, before turning to all the latest racing stories including Betfred's sponsorship of all five British Classics, the debate over the Irish Derby length and City Of Troy's upcoming appearance in the Coral-Eclipse.
On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by football writer Jonathan Harding to discuss Germany's opening night demolition of Scotland, his experience from the press box and how Toni Kroos - alongside Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala - was at his immaculate best. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Jonathan Harding Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick is joined by Racing Post journalist Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First today, Nick talks to Wetherby CEO Jonjo Sanderson about the survival prospects for smaller racecourses as the sport approaches a critical moment. Also on today's show, Kevin Ryan has high hopes for his Ascot squad, headed by Inisherin, Timeform's Dan Barber runs the rule over the three year olds either side of the Atlantic, and Elwick Stud's Nick Turnbull is our Weatherbys guest.
Nick was joined in the studio by regular contributor Jonathan Harding, trainers Stuart Williams & Ralph Beckett, plus racing Photographer Edward Whitaker. On Derby weekend, we had lot's of Epsom reflections with the guests & connections.
Two Derbys, one Oaks and the latest showdown between racing and betting are the hot topics in this week's edition of The Front Page. City Of Troy went from woeful to wonderful on Saturday, in the process living up to everything Aidan O'Brien had said about last year's champion juvenile. Jonathan Harding looks back at his Epsom triumph and Eleziya's Oaks victory for Dermot Weld and the Aga Khan. The Classic action continued on Sunday at Chantilly, where Look De Vega ran away with the Prix du Jockey Club. Scott Burton was there and forecasts what France's new superstar might do next. Lee Mottershead ends the show by taking us through his Racing Post Big Read feature that went inside the corridors of power to tell the story of why racing and betting failed to reach an agreement on levy reform.
The boys discuss an eventful day in North London as Manchester City go above Arsenal with just one match remaining and Big Ange takes issue with the fragile culture at Spurs. Plus, German football writer Jonathan Harding joins the show to discuss Leverkusen's amazing rise, Bayern's dramatic fall and Dortmund's unexpected appearance in a Champions League Final. All that and some Gio Reyna talk, Klopp's final game at Liverpool and a review of the Netflix documentary, The Final: Attack on Wembley.---And just a reminder: We've partnered up with Manscaped during the month of May! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code caughtoffside at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod---Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nick, in Hong Kong, is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First up today, BHA Chief Regulatory Officer confirms the rule changes as regards non-runners and technical malfunctions as suggested on the podcast last week. Trainer William Haggas joins the show to talk about Dubai Honour in Hong Kong and his two intriguing runners at Sandown on Friday, while Francis Lui pays handsome tribute to his superstar Golden Sixty. From the sales ring, Katie McGivern reflects on her sales topper at GOFFS yesterday, while Jason Singh previews next week's Breeze-Up at Tattersalls. The TBA's Victoria Murrell tells us how the breeding industry is committed to cutting its Carbon Emissions.
Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the provocative article penned by Grand National-winning trainer Richard Newland yesterday, which called for restrictions on Irish runners in a bid to boost GB fortunes. Jane Mangan offers a strong response, while BHA Chief Regulatory Officer Brant Dunshea clarifies the GB/Ireland collaborative anti-doping position. Dunshea is also asked by Nick to account for the bizarre events surrounding Ben Coen's eligibility to ride at Wolverhampton on Tuesday evening. Also on today's show, owner Jon Shack explains why Emily Upjohn will have a new jockey in Dubai, while Tom Goff updates us on yesterday's delegation to Downing Street with some of racing's senior power-brokers. Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse outlines the task facing incoming France gallop CEO Elie Henau, while JA McGrath has all the latest ahead of the Hong Kong Derby.
Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to gallop through today's racing headlines. They begin with the latest on Constitution Hill, followed by further musings following the parliamentary debate, for which they are joined by Tewkesbury MP Laurence Robertson, angling for an audience with the Prime Minister. The Cheltenham build up today begins with Lucinda Russell, who is trying to juggle her aces ahead of the big week. Also on the show, we talk to trainer Harry Fry about where he is headed with Gidleigh Park, to Richard Bandey about the very real possibility of a debut Festival success with Theatre Man, and to David Christie about a three pronged attack on the Hunter Chase, including favourite Ferns Lock. Robin Sharp from Houghton Bloodstock gives the first Perfect Power foals rave reviews, while Laura King drops in to give us the lowdown on Super Saturday in Meydan.