Podcasts about Leopardstown

On this packed episode of The Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy is joined by Liam Firkin, Jamie Wrenn and George Gorman to unpack a week of drama, dominance and divisive opinions in the build-up to Epsom. We begin in France with heartbreak for Basher Watts, Kieran Shoemark and Charlie Fellowes as She's Perfect is controversially disqualified from the French 1000 Guineas, handing the Emirates Poule d'Essai des Pouliches to Zarigana, who emulates her famous granddam in style. But did the stewards get it right — and should the team appeal? From there, it's all roads to Epsom, as Ballydoyle's iron grip on the Classic trials continues at Chester, Lingfield and Leopardstown. The panel debates which of Aidan O'Brien's stars are true Derby or Oaks contenders, and which are better Royal Ascot material. The podcast is split — with two of the team pushing hard for a 10/1 Oaks filly, while the others are outright dismissive. Could O'Brien's best Derby hope actually emerge from York in the shape of The Lion In Winter? And is one Classic trial runner being criminally underestimated at 33/1 for Epsom? Plus: Two juveniles to follow for Royal Ascot, and a look at whether East India Dock can follow up his Chester Cup heroics at the summer showpiece. 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

34 runners will head to Aintree in Saturday's Grand National, but who will win? That is the big question asked in this week's edition of The Front Page, in which Liam Headd and James Stevens look ahead to the weekend's action. The pair discuss the chances of the leading contenders, whether the winner will come from Britain or Ireland and share their best tip for the race. Last weekend also saw the first big race of the 2025 Flat season and racing at Doncaster and a key Classic trial at Leopardstown is reviewed. The panel discuss the credentials of Delacroix in the Derby after his impressive victory. Also on the show is a look ahead to ITV Racing's coverage of the Grand National after Sam Quek was confirmed to be joining the broadcaster across the three-day coverage.

It's a bumper weekend of racing on both sides of the Irish Sea, as all roads lead to next week's Aintree Grand National!   Don't miss Finders Keepers, the Aintree Rewind show and MORE on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing   It's Weekend Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"...   18+ | gambleaware.org

What did we learn from the Dublin Racing Festival? And how can we apply that to the 2025 Cheltenham Festival? Ruby Walsh and Lydia Hislop are back for the latest instalment of our must-watch programme as the big four days at Prestbury Park loom ever closer.  We take a closer look at all of the principal action from Leopardstown in the latest show with the help of the Race iQ data, including the unfortunate fall of Lossiemouth in the Irish Champion Hurdle. Can we draw any conclusions from that as to her Champion Hurdle chances now? Potentially top-class novices Kopek Des Bordes and Final Demand are just some of the other big names up for discussion in a must-watch edition.

In association with Betfred & Gambling.com, Stephen Cass, Diarmuid Nolan and Tony Keenan join forces once again to run through a superb weekend of racing at Leopardstown! The lads pick apart all the big racing at the weekend, and they also discuss everything from Hugh Cahill to Backtonormal's Cheltenham Festival target.

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:

True To Form with Sam Turner is our weekly show looking back at the best of the latest action - with plenty of eye-catchers and future tips to boot - and this week's instalment is a must-listen with a brilliant weekend of action to review from Leopardstown at latest Dublin Racing Festival. Sam strays away from some of the more obvious takeaways and looks at eye-catching runs with a view to Cheltenham Festival races including the Champion Chase, Grand Annual and Martin Pipe, as well as providing views on the big performances over the weekend including the demolition jobs of Kopek Des Bordes and Final Demand.  As usual, Sam also has two horses you need to add to your Racing TV Tracker and shares his tips for the weekend, including a pretty firm view on Britain's richest handicap hurdle - the William Hill Handicap Hurdle, previously known as the Betfair Hurdle - at Newbury on Saturday. 

Lydia Hislop and Ruby Walsh, along with special guest Jane Mangan, review the best of the action from the Dublin Racing Festival, live from Leopardstown.  Our top trio look back on two absorbing days of action and share their expert analysis and insight on the likes of Galopin Des Champs, Kopek Des Bordes, State Man, Lossiemouth, Final Demand and more. Enjoy! #horseracing #roadtocheltenham 

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Racing in Ireland on Saturday (1st February 2025) is in Leopardstown. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Wetherby, Sandown, Musselbrough, Newcastle and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

Another cracking day of racing is to be had a Leopardstown on Sunday. Ruby and Rory take us through the card of Dublin Racing Festival Day 2 and hopefully find us some winners! Don't miss the new series of Cheltenham Countdown on the Paddy Power Racing YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing   It's Weekend Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"...   18+ | gambleaware.org

The long month of January is nearly over and the Dublin Racing Festival is here - all is well with the world! In association with Betfred and Gambling.com, our usual trio of Stephen Cass, Diarmuid Nolan and Tony Keenan are joined by Cheltenham Festival winning jockey Paddy Aspell as they run through a glorious weekend of racing at Leopardstown! There is even a 50/1 shot thrown in that Diarmuid and Tony agree on!

Matt Tombs, Donn McClean and Dan Overall join host Tom Stanley to preview this weekend's Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown. 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 uncensored Final Furlong Podcast episode, Emmet Kennedy, Peter Michael, Andy Newton, and George Gorman preview the entire Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown! We break down eight Grade 1 races across Saturday and Sunday, including the Irish Gold Cup, Irish Champion Hurdle, and Goffs Irish Arkle. With bold best bets, handicap NAPs at 20/1, 10/1, and 8/1, and exclusive insights you won't hear anywhere else, this is the ultimate guide to your betting weekend. "You're getting 7/2 about a coinflip," and "8/1 is an insane price." Don't miss this in-depth look at one of the biggest weekends in Irish racing! 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

Host James Stevens is joined by RP tipster Graeme Rodway, handicapper Jonny Pearson and Unibet ambassador Ed Nicholson as they go through the big races from Leopardstown, Sandown and Musselburgh, as well sharing some of their views for the upcoming Cheltenham Festival. The Dublin Racing Festival takes centre stage, will Willie Mullins repeat his success of 2024 by winning all eight Grade 1 races once again? Sandown hosts the Grade 1 Scilly Isles Novices' Chase where Jango Baie is a warm favourite, but are our team with or against him? We then head to Musselburgh where Paul Nicholls is attempting to win the Scottish Triumph Hurdle Trial for the third year in a row. The team finish off by providing their weekend NAPs.

This week's SBK Betting Podcast covers racing on both sides of the Irish Sea. At Sandown, the Scilly Isles Chase and Masters Handicap feature before the Irish Arkle and Irish Gold Cup take centre stage at Leopardstown. The panel give their views on the much anticipated clash between Galopin des Champs and Fact to File. NAPs & NBs follow with TC once again finding something from the all-weather.Download SBK: https://betsbk.comFollow us on X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/sbk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The road to Cheltenham heats up after a fascinating festive season of racing. Emmet Kennedy, Peter Michael, and Andy Newton break down the key takeaways from Christmas racing, including Constitution Hill's triumphant return in the Christmas Hurdle, dethroning former ante-post Champion Hurdle favourite Lossiemouth. Is Constitution Hill a certainty to regain his crown, or are there still questions about his brilliance? Galopin Des Champs stamped his authority at Leopardstown, reversing form with stablemate Fact To File and cementing himself as the favourite to join legends like Best Mate with a third Gold Cup. Can anyone topple him, or is his dominance unassailable? Should Fact To File switch to the Ryanair Chase, and is there a sleeper bet at 14/1 for that race? Finally, the Champion Chase division gets dissected—was Jonbon, the horse who didn't run, the biggest winner of the festive period? And does he deserve his status as the division's standout contender? Get ready for the ultimate Cheltenham discussion as the team takes you through all the drama, debates, and betting insights from the season's most informative races. 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

Racing in Ireland on Saturday (28th December 2024) is in Leopardstown and Limerick. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Newbury, Leicester, Catterick, Newcastle and Southwell. With his 'Saturday Six,', here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

Donn McClean and Dan Overall join Tom Stanley to preview a busy Christmas period. 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

Ladies and Gentlemen, it's the From The Horse's Mouth Christmas Special. There's plenty of Christmas crackers this week: Constitution Hill vs Lossiemouth, Sir Gino vs Ballyburn and Galopin Des Champs vs Fact To File to name a few. Plus, Ruby and Rory will be giving us their thoughts on racing at Kempton, Leopardstown, Aintree, Wetherby, Chepstow and Limerick. You're not going to want to miss this.   Claim your COMPLETELY FREE Football, Racing and NFL Bets here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport Subscribe to the Paddy Power Racing YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing It's The Big Christmas Preview, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

Johnny Ward and Thom Malone look ahead to a jam-packed week of racing as they look ahead to the 'most wonderful time of the year' for horse racing fanatics. The action across Kempton, Limerick, Leopardstown and much more will keep you more than entertained this Christmas. The Racing Pod on Off the Ball with William Hill To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join

Fran is back in the comfort of his own home this week as we take a look at Friday's card at Dundalk!   Subscribe to the Paddy Power Racing YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing   Find out more about all promos here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport   It's Fridays with Fran, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"...   18+ | gambleaware.org

A major data skills initiative to help thousands of non-IT Irish professionals to become data literate and keep pace with the digital revolution has been launched, supported by Technology Ireland Digital Skillnet in collaboration with Microsoft. Data SMART is aimed at equipping professionals across Ireland who do not work in IT-based roles with the confidence and essential data skills - or data literacy - that they need to thrive in today's workplace. Created by the Technology Ireland Digital Skillnet in association with the Analytics Institute and Microsoft, thousands of non-tech workers can now ensure that their skills are current and relevant to a digital future. Studies show that those staff that are familiar with core data skills will progress faster in their careers. Furthermore, research confirms that companies making data-driven decisions make faster market progress and revenue. Data SMART will allow working professionals to acquire data literacy competence in a flexible, low-cost way during a 12-week learning window that combines online tutorials with hands-on, interactive workshops. Participants will acquire skills in Data Collection and Cleaning, Data Transformation and Interpretation, Data Visualisation and Storytelling, as well as Ethics, Privacy, Security and Data Governance. A Data SMART Foundation Certificate in Data Skills will be awarded by the Analytics Institute and Microsoft to recognise participants' new data skills. Commenting at the launch of Data SMART in Microsoft HQ in Leopardstown, Dublin yesterday, Maire Hunt, Network Director of Technology Ireland Digital Skillnet, said: "Data SMART is the most ambitious national upskilling opportunity for companies to adopt essential data skills that has been created to date. Our ambition is to train over 10,000 professionals from all backgrounds and across all sectors over the next three years." Lorcan Malone, Analytics Institute CEO, said: "Already multiple companies have signed up for the Data SMART Initiative with companies able to train large numbers of staff in a very flexible, low-cost manner, with minimum impact on the flow of work. This will boost careers national and internationally, as well as enabling leaders to adopt a data driven approach to decisions in an increasing challenging commercial landscape." Microsoft, a world leader in technology, sees this initiative as a chance to equip Irish workers with practical data knowledge and provide a stepping stone to better skills and brighter career prospects. Microsoft Ireland Head of Future Skilling, Dr Kevin Marshall, said: "Microsoft Ireland is committed to providing upskilling opportunities for all. As organisations engage with the AI revolution, data analysis skills are fundamental. This initiative will equip individuals with crucial skills for effective data navigation and informed decision-making. We are pleased to collaborate with the Technolofgy Ireland Digital Skillnet and the Analytics Institute on this important programme." How to Apply for the Data SMART Initiative: Data SMART is open to workers in the Republic of Ireland with part-funding available from Technology Ireland Digital Skillnet. Spaces are limited, so interested professionals are encouraged to apply soon. For more information and to sign up, visit www.datasmart.digitalskillnet.ie More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Inst...

Taoiseach Simon Harris joined James O'Connor, Microsoft Ireland Site Leader and Corporate Vice-President of Microsoft Global Operations Service Centre, and IDA Ireland Chief Executive Michael Lohan today to announce that Ireland has been selected as a key location for Microsoft to invest in advancing its global AI innovation. The decision will result in Microsoft adding 550 new Irish-based engineering and R&D roles to pioneer the development of new AI technologies. The investment will see Microsoft, a global leader in the development and use of AI, undertake significant industrial research into AI to develop critical, leading-edge technology in the area of AI and cyber security, which will then be made available to public and private sector organisations all around the world. Multidisciplinary teams in the areas of Azure Networking & Infrastructure, Business & Industry Copilot, Customer Success Engineering and Cyber Security will be recruited to investigate groundbreaking technologies and the development AI infrastructure that is scalable, responsible, trusted and secure. The new roles will ensure that Microsoft Ireland's Engineering Hub will have end-to-end AI product development capabilities. Furthermore, teams will seek to drive new applications for AI across multiple industries and create brand new AI-enabled product offerings and internal solutions for Microsoft, supporting the corporation's strategic objective to be at the forefront of responsible AI development and cyber security. This investment will result in an additional 550 new highly skilled jobs at Microsoft Ireland over the next three to four years, across areas such as software engineering, applied sciences, product management, program management, data science, design, technical writing and analytics. 120 of these roles are available to apply for from today in software engineering, applied sciences, security research, product management and program management. Microsoft first invested in Ireland in 1985 and with the addition of the roles announced today the company will employ more than 6,000 people across a multifunctional campus in Leopardstown, its data centre campus in Grange Castle, and LinkedIn. This investment is supported by the Government of Ireland through IDA Ireland. Taoiseach Simon Harris said: "I very much welcome Microsoft's announcement today. Not only does this highlight Ireland's attractiveness as an investment destination, it also promises a significant boost for the AI ecosystem in Ireland. Fostering AI skills and advancing capabilities in the field are core to the Government's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy and this project will help develop new specialist skills and expertise, thereby positioning Ireland for further investment in this critical area." Tara Roth, Microsoft Ireland Executive Site Sponsor and Corporate Vice President, Engineering, Microsoft said: "Today we are delighted to announce a strategic investment in our Irish operations that will strengthen our AI capabilities globally. These new roles span many of Microsoft's future-focused key product areas and services, including Security. Security is Microsoft's top priority, and our Secure Future Initiative (SFI) is the largest cyber security project in history. We're delighted that these roles will significantly contribute to both Microsoft's AI development and our security efforts." James O'Connor, Microsoft Ireland Site Leader and Corporate Vice President of Microsoft Global Operations Service Centre, said: "AI is one of the most transformative technologies of our time - it will unlock profound possibilities for people, industry, and society. At Microsoft, we are delighted to be at the forefront of the AI era - delivering safe, secure and ethical solutions to all industries that will accelerate breakthroughs in healthcare, education, infrastructure and more for the benefit of society as a whole. "Through this investment, we are building on our almost 40-year prese...

Microsoft has announced the launch of its latest Dream Space TV series, Code Green, aimed at providing teachers across Ireland with new STEM teaching resources to inspire young students to become sustainability champions in their schools and communities. The release of the Code Green series coincides with Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Week 2024, a Government of Ireland led initiative, taking place from September 20th to 29th. Developed by Microsoft, in collaboration with Irelands Knowledge Centre for Carbon, Climate and Community Action (IKC3) at Munster Technological University and supported by RTÉ Learn, Code Green provides hands-on educational resources designed to help young people understand the role they can play in creating a more sustainable future. Furthermore, students are given the opportunity to develop their STEM skills and are challenged to apply those to advance sustainability in their school community. Aligned to the EU Green Deal 2050, each of the six freely available on-demand Microsoft Dream Space TV Code Green episodes focus on a different aspect of sustainability, from building eco-friendly vehicles and coding energy-saving programs to using AI tools to monitor biodiversity and creating sustainability plans for schools. The series is being rolled out on RTÉ Learn over a six-week period from September 27th. Upon completion of the six episodes schools will have the opportunity to enter the Code Green challenge and submit an entry to participate in the Code Green Showcase event, which will take place at Microsoft's campus in Leopardstown, Dublin in June 2025. The Code Green resources being unveiled today align fully with the Government's Second National Strategy on Education for Sustainable Development and its priority of empowering and mobilising young people to upskill and take action for a more sustainable future. Each Code Green episode is designed for easy integration into the classroom, with detailed teacher guides, worksheets, and curriculum links to support the Irish primary curriculum. Commenting on today's announcement, James O'Connor, Microsoft Ireland Site Leader and Corporate Vice-President of Microsoft Global Operations Service Centre, said: "We are delighted to be marking SDG Week 2024 by rolling out the new Microsoft Dream Space TV series - Code Green. With the help of the latest series available on RTE Learn, young people will have the opportunity to develop their STEM and AI skills and put them to the test to advance sustainability in their own school community. "With digital technology transforming our lives, work, and education, it is crucial that every young person can engage in STEM and AI learning and think critically about the world around them. Through Microsoft Dream Space and its many initiatives, we are helping the next generation to develop the skills that are required amid the twin - digital and green - transitions." Dr Helena McMahon, Director of Ireland's Knowledge Centre for Carbon Climate and Community Action (IKC3) at Munster Technological University, said: "MTU is delighted to partner with Microsoft on the development and roll-out of Code Green. The IKC3 and Microsoft Dream Space team collaboration has brought together the brightest of minds in programme design, sustainability, and STEM education. This new educational resource for teachers and students nationwide aligns with the EU Green Deal 2050 themes and supports our joint commitment to promote both STEM and sustainability education that build green and digital skills. We encourage every primary school throughout Munster and across the island of Ireland to join us in this exciting learning journey towards a more sustainable future." Speaking about the initiative, Suzanne Kelly, Group Head of Children's & Young People's Content at RTÉ, said: "RTÉ are thrilled to be once again teaming up with Microsoft Dream Space, this time to explore how technology can be a force for good in tackling climate change. The Dream S...

Ahead of a fantastic weekend of racing, Charlote Greenway recaps on all the interviews with connections of runners at Doncaster, Leopardstown, The Curragh and Longchamp. First off it's Doncaster where Hector Crouch talks up the chances of You Got To Me and Owen Burrows discusses Deira Mile ahead of the final Classic of the British flat season, the St Leger. Then it's onto Ireland with input from Richard Kingscote; Joseph O'Brien; Willie McCreery; Jake Warren & Ollie Sangster. Finally, with Arc favourite Look de Vega returning at Longchamp this weekend, his trainer Yann Lerner provides an update and shares how ready he is for Sunday's Prix Niel.

Racing in Ireland on Saturday (14th September) is in Leopardstown. Cross-channel, there are meetings in Lingfield, Chester, Doncaster, Bath and Musselburgh. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

Here's Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, and Peter Michael with a preview of day one of the Irish Champions Festival at Leopardstown, featuring a heated debate over the market leaders for the feature race, the Irish Champion Stakes. Plus, there are confident bets and a bullish best bet of the weekend for the FFP Army. 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. Get £3 off Paul Ferguson's Jumpers to Follow print edition, digital edition or print/digital bundle with Promo code ffjtf2425 at https://weatherbysshop.co.uk/collections/paul-fergusons-jumpers-to-follow 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

David Jennings is joined by Keith Melrose, Jonny Pearson and Unibet's Ed Nicholson to preview the action at Doncaster, Chester and Leopardstown this weekend. In the first part of the show, the panel look at a brilliant card from Doncaster, where the St Leger, the final classic of the season, is the highlight. We then take a look at Chester's two ITV races followed by the Irish Champion Stakes, in which the exciting Economics bids to prove the hype is justified in his first try at Group 1 level. The team finish by sharing their other selections before providing their weekend NAPs.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Among today's guests are William Buick, who gives his thoughts on yesterday's Moulin disappointment Notable Speech, plus outlines his plans for the weekend, which takes in 5 Group One races. Also on the show, trainer Yann Lerner looks forward to the Prix Niel return of Look de Vega, Richard Hannon confirms that stumps have definitively been drawn on Rosallion's season, Joseph O'Brien looks ahead to his ICF team at Leopardstown and the Curragh, while Cieren Fallon reflects on his Haydock Sprint Cup triumph. Darley's Sam Bullard drops in to explain why the stud has persevered with Moulin-winning sire Farhh despite fertility issues.

Richard, Jane & Andrew look ahead to Doncaster and Leopardstown in the company of trainer David Menuisier and ex-jockey Dean Gallagher, who now rides work at Ballydoyle. We also look ahead to the charity legends race. If you'd like to donate, all details can be found here.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Among today's guests are William Buick, who gives his thoughts on yesterday's Moulin disappointment Notable Speech, plus outlines his plans for the weekend, which takes in 5 Group One races. Also on the show, trainer Yann Lerner looks forward to the Prix Niel return of Look de Vega, Richard Hannon confirms that stumps have definitively been drawn on Rosallion's season, Joseph O'Brien looks ahead to his ICF team at Leopardstown and the Curragh, while Cieren Fallon reflects on his Haydock Sprint Cup triumph. Darley's Sam Bullard drops in to explain why the stud has persevered with Moulin-winning sire Farhh despite fertility issues.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest developments in the Horseracing world. Today they begin by looking ahead to an evening of contrasts, with 1,000 Guineas favourite Bedtime Story appearing at Leopardstown coinciding with the start of the Racing League, one of whose Team Captains Kevin Blake joins the show. Also today, trainer Ollie Sangster anticipates big things from Simmering in Saturday's Princess Margaret, Ed Walker looks ahead to English Oak in next week's Lennox Stakes at Glorious Goodwood, ex-jockey George Chaloner tells us about his exciting new venture running Cliff Stud in Yorkshire, while BEBF Chair Simon Sweeting highlights the raft of upcoming high value maiden races. Nick and Lee also have a go at predicting the identity of the new BHA Chair

At the second annual Microsoft Dream Space Showcase held in Dublin to mark the end of the school year, Microsoft announced that it has engaged 300,000 young people and teachers in its immersive Microsoft Dream Space STEM experience, which has been designed to help young people pursue their interest in STEM and shift their perceptions about the role technology can play in their future career choices. This important milestone comes just 18 months after the company pledged to provide almost 1,000,000 students and their teachers across the island of Ireland with the opportunity to develop their digital and AI skills. Over the past year, the company has introduced a suite of new programmes, which has helped to broaden the reach of Microsoft Dream Space. The company joined forces with RTÉ Learn to present Microsoft Dream Space TV: brAIn_waves - a series exploring the evolution of AI, which enabled primary and post-primary students to develop their AI literacy. The Microsoft Dream Space hub in Leopardstown also hosted the largest 'Capture the Flag' cybersecurity event for post-primary school students in Ireland, which sought to inspire the next generation of cybersecurity leaders. To address inequalities in accessing STEM careers among post-primary students in socially disadvantaged communities, Microsoft Ireland, together with Maynooth University, Science Foundation Ireland, and the Department of Education, expanded the STEM Passport for Inclusion initiative nationwide with the ambition to engage a further 5,000 students. The second annual Microsoft Dream Space Showcase held at One Microsoft Place this week brought together over 400 students from rural areas to demonstrate the many ways in which their digital skills can help to solve some of today's sustainability challenges. Other Microsoft Dream Space innovations introduced within the past 12 months include the expansion of the Dream Space Ambassador and Dream Space LIVE programmes, the launch of the Dream Space Minecraft Teacher Academy, the relaunch of the Dream Space Digital Academy and the rollout of bespoke Dream Space events for people with disabilities. The continued expansion of Microsoft Dream Space builds on Microsoft's recent commitment to help 'Skill Up Ireland' by providing people of all ages, experiences and ambitions with the opportunity to develop their AI fluency and skills. James O'Connor, Microsoft Ireland Site Leader and Vice-President Microsoft Global Operations Service Centre, said: "As part of our commitment to Skill Up Ireland for the era of AI, we're incredibly proud to have engaged 300,000 young people from across this island in our Microsoft Dream Space experience. "With digital technology transforming our lives, work, and education, it's crucial that every student, regardless of socio-demographics, can engage in STEM learning as early as possible and prepare for our AI future. That's why 18 months ago, we committed an additional €3 million investment in our innovation and education hub, Microsoft Dream Space, over four years. "As a result, we've been able to significantly expand our Dream Space programming and introduce new innovations to broaden its reach and impact. The significant increases in STEM interest and confidence that we're seeing as a result, particularly among girls and students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, highlight the power of the programme. "Through the continued growth of Microsoft Dream Space, I'm confident that we can provide every student on the island of Ireland with the chance to engage in STEM and AI learning and empower the next generation of digital leaders." Speaking about her experience of the Dream Space Student Ambassador programme, Isobel Fay, a student from Our Lady of Mercy Convent School in Booterstown, said: "Since taking part in the Dream Space Ambassador programme, I've learned so much about new technologies like AI and how they can be used to solve different problems in society. All the training ...

The tune became a viral sensation! Chasing Abbey joined Dave for a chat ahead of their gig at 'Bulmer's Live at Leopardstown' on July 25th.

Emmet Kennedy and former jockey Aidan Coleman review the classic trials at Chester, Lingfield, and Leopardstown, as well as the classics in France, with a strong ante-post bet for the Derby recommended. We chat about Passenger's prospects in Group 1 company after his comeback win. Aidan shares his horses to follow and talks to us about the importance of mental health awareness, especially among young men in racing. Plus, we have the craic about City Of Troy's height and why it even matters. Can you answer our trivia question? Comment below with your answer to feature on next week's show. 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 Venatour Racing Social: If your planning a racing trip to Europe or further afield, check out Venatour Racing Social for a large range of bespoke racing holidays at Venatour.co.uk 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

An exclusive story in Sunday's Racing Post headlines this week's The Front Page.  Maddy Playle discusses how British racing is considering a radical new plan to monetize its top Flat events. The proposals involve racecourses ceding control of their most valuable assets to an international private equity or sovereign wealth fund. France correspondent Scott Burton casts his eye over the Derby and the Oaks after a week of Classic trials at Chester, Lingfield and Leopardstown. Big performances from the likes of Los Angeles, Ambiente Friendly, You Got To Me and Forest Fairy come under the microscope.  West Country correspondent James Stevens reflects on an eventful week on track and highlights the importance of Mental Health Awareness week for racing and its participants.

NIck is joined by Mirror writer David Yates to take a look at the racing news from around the world. In Grand National week, the Jockey Club have announced prize money cuts for later in 2024, which are explained by their CEO Nevin Truesdale. Nick also touches on this year's protest threats. Also in Grand National news, owner Paul Byrne tells Nick which of the three fancies he is/has been involved with has the best chance. Elsewhere, Debbie Kepitis tells Nick why she went to a record shattering AUS$10m to buy out the Winx yearling filly, and Seamie Heffernan reflects on a marquee weekend at Leopardstown. Nick and Dave also talk Frankie Dettori's six timer, Aidan Coleman's retirement, and a new CEO at the BGC.

Presented by the 2024 Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide, Emmet Kennedy, Katie Young, and George Gorman react to our biggest ante-post bet for Cheltenham, Fact To File, who we tipped at 14/1 and 10/1, becoming the 6/4 favourite for the Turners Novice Chase after toppling Gaelic Warrior in the Grade 1 match at Leopardstown. But what did he actually achieve in victory, and is he really the one to beat? What now for Gaelic Warrior? The Arkle betting looks as volatile as a cryptocurrency market after the odds-on favorite, Marine Nationale, flopped behind Il Etait Temps. Can Barry Connell's horse bounce back at Cheltenham? Plus we review the novice hurdlers at the DRF where Ballyburn emerged as the outright favourite for the Supreme and Baring Bingham Novice Hurdles at Cheltenham, but the question is, which race will he run in? The team has strong but differing opinions. Dancing City will head for the Albert Bartlett after strengthening Willie Mullins' hand with a Grade 1 victory at the Dublin Racing Festival. We discuss his chances at the Festival and those of stablemate Predators Gold and Jessica Harrington's Jetara. Plus, Kargese is now the second favourite for the Triumph Hurdle, but can she challenge Nicky Henderson's Sir Gino, and is it possible that one of her stablemates could reverse the form with her at Cheltenham? Plus get £5 off your purchase of the essential Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide at https://weatherbysshop.co.uk by using this code FF24CF. Venatour Racing Social: If your planning a racing trip to Europe or further afield, check out Venatour Racing Social for a large range of bespoke racing holidays at Venatour.co.uk 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 RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to take a canter through this morning's racing news. They focus heavily on the Dublin Racing Festival, with guests including Gigginstown's Eddie O'Leary and sole British raider Sophie Leech. Also on today's show, SportingLife.com's Ben Linfoot brings us Something for the Weekend, while Jessica Harrington takes aim at a big prize at Leopardstown, and Jonathan Powell brings us up to speed with the fundraising efforts for MND sufferer Steve Jobar.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to take a canter through this morning's racing news. They focus heavily on the Dublin Racing Festival, with guests including Gigginstown's Eddie O'Leary and sole British raider Sophie Leech. Also on today's show, SportingLife.com's Ben Linfoot brings us Something for the Weekend, while Jessica Harrington takes aim at a big prize at Leopardstown, and Jonathan Powell brings us up to speed with the fundraising efforts for MND sufferer Steve Jobar.

The focus this week, as it should be, is on the the Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown this weekend and we'll hear from various connections with leading chances over the weekend including; Eddie O'Leary (Gigginstown House Stud runners); Sean Graham (Bunting); Barry Connell (Marine Nationale); JJ Slevin (Fastorslow) and Sophie Leech (Madara). Plus, insight from Champion Trainer, Paul Nicholls on the favourite for the Grade 1 Scilly Isles Novices' Chase at Sandown.

Presented by the 2024 Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide: Emmet Kennedy and Paul Ferguson preview every Graded race at the Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown with a view to the Cheltenham Festival with best bets for the weekend and ante post bets including a confident 10/1 shot who could be outright favourite after the weekend. Plus get £5 off your purchase of the essential Weatherbys Cheltenham Festival Betting Guide at https://weatherbysshop.co.uk by using this code FF24CF. Venatour Racing Social: If your planning a racing trip to Europe or further afield, check out Venatour Racing Social for a large range of bespoke racing holidays at Venatour.co.uk 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 Mirror man David Yates to take a canter through the racing headlines this Thursday. With the Savills Chase taking centre stage at Leopardstown this afternoon, Martin Brassil explains why his Fastorslow is set to miss the Christmas showpiece. Elsewhere, Gary Moore dominated racing in the yesterday, and joins the show with an engaging interview about his two chasing stars. Jonjo Sanderson drops in to give an indication as to just how costly the late abandonment of Wetherby was to the track's bottom line, while artist James Armstrong tells us of his fundraising efforts on behalf of Graham Lee. David Yates has some very strong views on the fitness of Kempton as a venue to stage a Grade One Festival.

Former multiple Grade 1-winning jockey Denis O'Regan joins Emmet Kennedy and George Gorman to discuss the key Christmas races at Kempton, Leopardstown, Limerick, Chepstow, Fairyhouse, and Punchestown with a view to the Cheltenham Festival and beyond. Would Shishkin have won the King George had he stood up? Can Hewick place in the Gold Cup? Can anyone beat Galopin Des Champs? We discuss this and more, including the Novice Chasers and Hurdlers that impressed the lads most, along with a 14/1 Cheltenham ante-post tip. Venatour Racing Social: If your planning a racing trip to Europe or further afield, check out Venatour Racing Social for a large range of bespoke racing holidays at Venatour.co.uk 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 Mirror man David Yates to take a canter through the racing headlines this Thursday. With the Savills Chase taking centre stage at Leopardstown this afternoon, Martin Brassil explains why his Fastorslow is set to miss the Christmas showpiece. Elsewhere, Gary Moore dominated racing in the yesterday, and joins the show with an engaging interview about his two chasing stars. Jonjo Sanderson drops in to give an indication as to just how costly the late abandonment of Wetherby was to the track's bottom line, while artist James Armstrong tells us of his fundraising efforts on behalf of Graham Lee. David Yates has some very strong views on the fitness of Kempton as a venue to stage a Grade One Festival.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to canter through the headlines from around the racing world. With a focus on the Christmas Festivals, Rishi offers some strong views on the King George and Welsh National, while - in Ireland - trainer Willie Mullins previews his Leopardstown runners and discusses some tactical nuances that might help Galopin des Champs and Impaire et Passe avenge their seasonal debut defeats. Also on today's show, Timeform Flat Editor David Johnson takes a lengthy linger over the Timeform Flat awards, while Jon Shack - whose Emily Upjohn was the recipient of one such award - issues a rallying cry to the smaller owner and outlines plans for his star mare. Later in this show, Nick talks to William Morgan, whose second volume of the seminal book on racecourses Strongholds of Satan is available now.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing and bloodstock world today. They lead with the news that King George/Savills fancy may now in fact be rerouted to Tramore on New Year's Day if the ground is deemed too quick at either Kempton or Leopardstown. Also on today's show, Gavin Sheehan reacts to the news that he will ride Hewick in the King George, Rossa Ryan talks about his stellar 2023 and reaching 200 winners, Brian Toomey delights in training his first winner, WHR's Laura King previews the action from Dubai tomorrow, and David Eustace looks forward to his major career switch in Hong Kong. Ger O'Neill, from Capital Stud, looks forward to welcoming Authorised back to Ireland in our Weatherbys Bloodstock segment.

Ed Quigley and Dan Overall join Tom Stanley for our Christmas special. For a full bet recap, search Matchbook Insights. 18+ | BeGambleAware