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Nick is joined by ITV Racing's Oli Bell to take stock of the racing news from around the world. On today's show they begin with updates on injured jockeys Jim Crowley, Trevor Whelan and David Noonan, and pose a number of questions relating to the avoidably of yesterday's incidents at York and Footwell. Also on the show, Francis Graffard reflects on a further two Group One winners, bringing his seasonal tally to a record-equalling nine for a French trainer. Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse puts his achievements into context. Plus, Oli and Nick dissect the Arc Trials, and once again ask Naohiro Goda which of the four Japanese Arc hopefuls has the strongest credentials. With world number one sprinter Ka Yang Rising returning as well as ever, rider Zac Purton explains why he feels he could break the 1.07 barrier and get better still. Plus, Philip Shelton of Medallion Racing tells us why star filly Porta Fortuna is heading to Tattersalls Sceptre Sessions.
Coming to you from Burghley Horse Trials today, Nick is joined by ITV's Oli Bell. Jim Mullen has his say on the harmonisation of the betting tax and what he hopes racing will achieve at next week's lobbying in parliament Before Charlie Johnston discusses who may be in line to ride Lazy Griff now that Christophe Soumillon is required by Aidan O'Brien on St Leger weekend and Oli also shares who he would like to see on board. Ahead of this weekend's big race, the Sprint Cup from Haydock, Nick catches up with James Fanshawe, trainer of Kind Of Blue, who's been a bit disappointing this year but Nick asks whether we can expect him to bounce back on Saturday. Then we end the show by hearing from Simone Meloni, last year's thoroughbred industry employee of the year in situ at Seven Barrows for the launch of this year's awards.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick today and joined by Jane Mangan. They begin by reflecting on Jane's morning at Ballydoyle yesterday and the key takeaways from that before discussing the Melbourne Cup nominations that were revealed this morning. Joseph O'Brien explains why he has nominated two for this year's race and outlines their likely preparations beforehand. Ahead of the Betfair Sprint Cup on Saturday, Charlotte catches up with Jerome Reynier, trainer of favourite Lazzat, who also has news of Factuer Cheval, before Kieran Clark of Timeform has a weekly update and Dave Futter of Yorton Stud looks ahead to the Goffs Yorton sale.
Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin by discussing Lord Allen's arrival as BHA Chair and are joined by Musselburgh boss and former BHA board member Bill Farnsworth to determine what should be in the in-tray. Also on today's show, a lengthy piece from Jane Mangan in a revealing conversation with Aidan O'Brien at Ballydoyle, plus Frankie Dettori on an extraordinary weekend in Nashville, Michelle Yu on all the Pacific Classic/Jockey Club Gold Cup talking points, and Jason Maguire on a good weekend for the Rooneys.
The rain has fallen, the stage is set, and Burghley week is officially underway. Live from the Defender Lodge, Nicole Brown sits down with Nick Luck, the face of Burghley TV, to talk storms, storylines, and the thrill of live coverage. From juggling rain-soaked inspections to capturing those unfiltered moments with the sport's biggest stars, Nick shares what makes Burghley TV unique. With access-all-areas behind the scenes and insight from a world-class commentary team, Burghley TV is ready to bring every stride, stumble, and success straight to your screen. Highlights include: The impact of Burghley's opening day downpour and how the ground will hold Why live TV delivers moments you'll never forget What it takes to balance planning with spontaneity on air The evolution of Burghley TV and why it's now the sport's gold standard Big names, big questions: Graffalo, Ros, Harry Meade, Oliver Townend, and more Guest: Nick Luck — broadcaster and host of Burghley TV Host: Nicole Brown
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick is based for a few days in Nashville for the popular Kentucky Downs meet, which stages the US's third richest turf race this weekend, the Nashville Derby. James Owen, trainer of Wimbledon Hawkeye, shares his excitement at his first ever trip to America. Meanwhile, we hear from Dan Kubler, who - with wife Claire - is bound for pastures new in Bahrain. Plus, Nick and Lydia wonder why the Racing Tax campaign is so light on petition signatures, count the number of litigants currently being fought by the IHRB, and consider whether Wayne Lordan might appeal his recent whip ban. Also on the show, Philip Rothwell joins the chorus to save Thurles racecourse ahead of today's summit on the track's future, while young pinhooker Finn Kent shares his success at the Goffs UK Doncaster Premier Yearling Sale.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined today by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. They begin with the sad news that former jockey and trainer Geoff Lewis has died at the age of 89, best known for his association with Mill Reef. Lee looks back on some of his biggest days in the sport and why he'll be so fondly remembered. Charlotte catches up with Billy Jackson Stops regarding KHK and Victorious Racing coming together to form Victorious Forever before Adrian Murray is along to share his plans for Irish Oaks winner You Got To Me who he recently inherited and also nominates the key autumn targets for his stable stars. Chloe Pitts of Tattersalls is along to discuss their latest sponsorship deal and a day late this week we go around the bloodstock world with Weatherbys to the US as Nick catches up with Price Bell of Mill Ridge.
The Saturday Edition - Ep 175 by Nick Luck
Nick is joined at York's Ebor meeting on day two by ITV's Oli Bell. Nick and Oli look back on yesterday's action including the tense Juddmonte International, which looked at one point like it might be a repeat of the Sussex but Ombudsman ran the pacemaker down late on to win well. John Gosden gives his reaction to the race and the ride whilst Ralph Beckett discusses future targets for Voltigeur winner Pride of Arras. York's Phil Atkinson is along to look forward to the Queen's visit this afternoon and all the protocols that go on behind the scenes ahead of such an event. Khadijah Mellah joins via FaceTime to look ahead to her first ride under rules at Goodwood tomorrow and Richard Hughes also reflects on Star of Mehmas's victory whilst giving a strong shout for his Lowther contender this afternoon. Finally, we end the show with a bit of wine and cheese, much to the delight of cheese lover Oli!
Nick is joined on the Knavesmire this morning by Lydia Hislop on day one of the Ebor Festival and they kick of by looking ahead to arguably the best race of the week on this afternoon's card, the Juddmonte International. They discuss how the race might be run and who's likely to be suited by what tactics before David Johnson of Timeform shares who they believe will come out on top. York's Chief Exec William Derby drops by to look ahead to the next four days and we also hear from trainer Adrian Keatley who believes he has a few each way chances this week including one in today's Acomb and Jason Hart, who has a good book of rides including JM Jungle and Qinault. Nick and Lydia also look at Coolmore's recent trend of running Derby winners in the Great Voltigeur as Lambourn attempts to carry a penalty in this afternoon's renewal ahead of a potential St Leger bid.
Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates for a look at today's racing news. On the eve of York's Ebor Festival, Nick and Dave look at the key declarations for the first two days, and are joined by trainers Ed Walker and Henry Dwyer to preview. Dan Barber runs down the Top 10 Performances since the mid-1990s at the prestigious fixture on Timeform figures. Meanwhile, continuing the Racing Tax debate, Flutter's Director of Racing Strategy Seb Butterworth has his say in a forthright and wide ranging interview. Claiborne Farm's Walker Hancock is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.
Nick is joined by ITV's Oli Bell to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With York around the corner, Oli has news of his tour round Ireland, complemented by Nick's interview with Paddy Twomey about possible Great Voltigeur contender Carmers and more besides. Also on today's show, Sam Sangster on the purchase of Diego Velazquez, who will be the first Ballydoyle horse to run in the famous Sangster silks for over twenty years in Sunday's Prix Jacques le Marois. Plus, Stuart Williams on City of York contender Quinault and Racing Post Deputy Industry Editor Pete Scargill on covering the downfall of Phoenix Thoroughbreds and Amer Abdulaziz. Charlotte has a sneak preview of what to expect tomorrow from her trip to the Aga Khan Studs in Deauville.
Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead for a look at today's racing headlines. First up, John Gosden issues a much more upbeat bulletin on Field of Gold, who is back on track for the big mile races this season. Also on the show, David O'Meara on his hopes to run Estrange in the Yorkshire Oaks, while Tim Gredley explains why Frankie Dettori and Wimbledon Hawkeye are set to make music in Nashville. Plus, Nick and Lee take a deep dive into the increasingly rancorous relationship between racing and the betting industry in light of Michael Dugher's Racing Post article.
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With a view to next week's York Ebor Festival, Nick talks to Jack Davison, trainer of Nunthorpe hopeful She's Quality, while Littleton Stud's David Bowe gives a positive bulletin on Juddmonte International contender See the Fire. Christophe Lemaire explains what it would mean to win the Jacques Le Marois on Japanese filly Ascoli Piceno and also gives his view on Danon Decile's chance at York. Lydia has the latest on what's going on behind the scenes in preparation for Lord Allen's takeover of the BHA, and had some strong views on the Shergar Cup and Racing League. Meanwhile, Charlie Gordon Watson is our Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest, and Kieran Clark has a York-themed Timeform perspective.
Josh in for Nick and joined by Racing Post's Jonathan Harding on this Friday's episode. On the show, we catch up with Robbie Power to reflect on the retirement of 2021 Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Minella Indo, one of the great staying chasers of recent years. Trainer Owen Burrows joins us to discuss his Group 1 aspirations for Waardah, impressive winner of the Lillie Langtry Stakes at Goodwood, as well as exciting two-year-old debut winner Touleen, and Royal Dubai, who lines up in the Group 3 Betfred Rose of Lancaster Stakes at Haydock tomorrow. We also hear from Ollie Sangster on Shuwari, as she returns to action in the Listed Dick Hern Stakes. Plus, US-based rider Katy Davis shares her excitement ahead of the Shergar Cup at Ascot this Saturday.
Josh in for Nick and joined by RacingTV's Tom Bull on this Monday's episode, packed with big-name guests and standout performances from both sides of the Atlantic. Fresh from his Stewards' Cup success, Richard Spencer reflects on the impressive rise of Two Tribes, while Hugo Palmer joins to look back on a golden spell for the yard—including Roman Dragon's record-breaking win in the Queensferry Stakes, making him Chester's winningmost horse in modern history. Charlotte Greenway brings her Stateside insight with a review of a thrilling Whitney at Saratoga, and Danny Tudhope rounds out the show with his thoughts on the supremely talented Fallen Angel, after guiding her to Group 1 glory in the Prix Rothschild at Deauville on Sunday.
Coming to your from Goodwood on Day 3 of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, Nick is joined by the NLD's own Charlotte Greenway and they break the news that Field Of Gold is noticeably lame after his below par run in yesterday's dramatic Sussex Stakes. The race won won by Juddmonte's pacemaker, who went off at 150-1 snd trainer Ralph Beckett joins the show to share his surprise and look at where this horse could go next. Nick and Charlotte recap on a couple other key performers yesterday including Lady Iman, as we hear from Ger Lyons, and Spicy Marg, as Charlotte caught up with owner Emma Banks after the race. We have the latest on the Wathnan runners on Day 3 with Richard Brown whilst Timeform and Total Performance Data share their views on yesterday. Jane Mangan is back from Galway before we wrap up the show with the Wine Tipster, Neil Phillips, as Nick and Charlotte sample some of the Ridgeview offering.
We're back on track for Day 2 of the Qatar Good Festival and Nick is alongside Matt Chapman this morning, dressed beautifully as ever. They spin through yesterday's racing and discuss just how good Scandinavia could be with. Word from his jockey Wayne Lordan and Nick and Matt pay tribute to Trueshan, who suffered a fatal injury in the Goodwood Cup. Eve Johnson Haughton reflects on her success yesterday whilst Richard Brown of Wathnan and James Doyle look forward to their runners this afternoon. Tom Savill, assistant manager at Plumpton Racecourse, joins via FaceTime to propose a new funding idea for the sport and is tackled hard by Nick on the proposal. Hugo Palmer and Ed Sackville make a cameo appearance whilst Timeform offer their perspective of yesterday and Jane Mangan has our bulletin from Galway.
Coming to you Live from Goodwood on Day 1 of the Visit Qatar Goodwood Festival, Nick is joined on course by the Mirror's David Yates as they look forward to the action on Day 1. Wathnan Racing's racing manager Richard Brown joins via FaceTime to look ahead to their runners on Day one which include Royal Ascot winner Humidity in the Vintage Stakes and French Master in today's feature the Goodwood Cup. French Master's breeder, Philippa Cooper also joins via telephone and shares why she chose to sell French Master and also how she feels seeing him take on Sweet William, her pride and joy, this afternoon. Goodwood's Adam Waterworth pops by to look ahead to the five day meeting and also shares his views on the news that Lord Allen WILL take up his role as Chair of the BHA. Kieran Clarke has the Timeform perspective ahead of the racing on day one whilst Jane Mangan provides us with a bulletin from Galway, that will be a regular feature this week and finally Cathal Beale is our Weatherbys Bloodstock guest to talk tall thing Phoenix of Spain at the Irish National Stud.
Nick Luck is back, and this week it is all about The Fantastic Four. Major spoilers ahead
Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by David Yates and they hear first from Chris Stickels, who provides a going update from Ascot. Then David Menuisier is along with the latest on Sunway, who goes to Goodwood, and he confirms that Tamfana is out until the Autumn. We also hear from Joseph Murphy on Cercene who is all systems go for the Nassau, so long as the ground doesn't come up soft at Goodwood. Charlotte Greenway is at the National Stud for the Royal Visit and reports from there in the company of Lee Mottershead, Joe Bradley and Sophie Mellett, while David Probert discusses his upcoming trip to Hong Kong and Lewis Tomlinson has our weekly Timeform update. Finally, it's Tuesday so we go around the bloodstock world and speak to Sally Ann Grassick, representing Haras de Colleville.
This Wednesday, I am joined once again by Nick Luck and we are diving into Superman. Now that we have both had a chance to digest everything we saw, it's time to look at the next phase of the new DCU. This episode contains serious spoilers and it was pretty late so who knows what else we talked about? Episode drops Wednesday! #supergirl #superman #jamesgunn #dcu #spoilers #dccomics #supergirlwomanoftomorrow
Josh Stacey bringing you the podcast today and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. They begin by looking back at the action form the Curragh over the weekend and Minnie Hauk's performance. Jonathan also shares his views on the competitiveness of the racing whilst Jane Mangan also has a line on this. Nick has a review of the Haskell Stakes and the effort from Journalism at Monmouth Park whilst TPD's Adam Mills shares the figures. Josh caught up with Chris Richardson of Cheveley Park Stud about Estrange, who won't go to the Nassau and will go to the Yorkshire Oaks, plus they touched on the very exciting young filly Moon Target, who won at the July Course. Jerome Reynier is along to discuss plans for Royal Ascot winner Lazzat, who he says won't run in the City of York despite being second favourite and will have one run in France before going to the Haydock Sprint Cup. Finally, Sam Hoskins and Luke Lillingston from Hot To Trot look back on 100 winners for the syndicate, Rage of Bambay landed the Group 3 Hackwood Stakes on Saturday.
Nick is joined today by Lee Mottershead, senior writer from the Racing Post, to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Among topics discussed are the ROA's rejoinder to the murmurings on their position on Lord Allen's proposals for governance, the Gosdens' Ketamine case, and Sir Mark Prescott's first Royal runner. Plus, with the Irish oaks taking centre stage this weekend, Nick talks to Johnny Murtagh, attempting to spoil the Ballydoyle party. Also on the show, owner Johnny Allison on why Havana Hurricane will run in the Super Sprint as well as Goodwood, and Harry Eustace gives us chapter and verse on his two Ascot heroes. JA McGrath has the season's final instalment from Happy Valley, while Timeform's Dan Barber offers tribute to one of the great equine stalwarts of Irish Racing.
Nick is joined by David Yates of the Mirror to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Among topics today, the first Oisin Murphy broadcast interview since his court appearance, the precarious Lord Allen situation, and the reversal of syndicate criteria by Weatherbys, on which subject Nick talks to Value Racing Club supremo James Couldwell. Also on today's show, Ed Walker eyes up a 12th stakes win of 2025 with Mgheera this weekend and reflects on number 11 with Qilin Queen, while Rod Millman continues his love affair with the Super Sprint courtesy of Anthelia. Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective on Leger hopeful Scandinavia, while New Zealand breeding giant John Thompson of Rich Hill Stud is today's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to spin through the day's horse racing headlines. They look back on the final moments of Newmarket's July Festival with racecourse director Sophie Able, plus reflections on last night's Grand Prix de Paris with John Hammond, racing manager to winning owner Gerard Augustin Normand. Also on today's show, TDN Europe editor Emma Berry reports from the JHRA select sale in Hokkaido, while Paddy Twomey explains why his talented filly Catalina Delcarpio is set to bypass the Irish Oaks.
Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV host Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They begin with reaction to Irish Gambling Commission Chief Anne Marie Caulfield's interview in the Racing Post, and Nick gets reaction from Curragh boss Brian Kavanagh and Boylesports CEO Vlad Kaltenieks. Also on today's show, Nick talks to Tom Marquand about his rides at this week's July Festival, including Big Mojo and More Thunder, while Donnacha O'Brien is optimistic about playing a hand in another edition of the Falmouth Stales. JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, while Adrien Cugnasse updates us on the Pierre Charles Boudot case.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They look ahead to the July Festival in the company of Wathnan's Richard Brown and Case Clay, plus words from Eve Johnson Houghton on her July Stakes contender and her efforts for Racing Welfare at the weekend. Bahrain Turf Club's Ed Veale drops in to preview the Bahrain season launch at Newmarket this week, while Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective on the Coral-Eclipse, and Marc and Gabi Rühl - breeders of Hochkonig - are our Weatherbys Bloodstock Guests.
Nick is joined by ITV Racing's Oli Bell to canter through today's racing headlines. With an eye on the Coral-Eclipse, they talk to Thady Gosden (confident) and George Murphy (non-runner), while assessing where the value lies. Also on today's show, Nick talks to the most in-form trainer in the land, Jack Channon, while Francis Graffard outlines plans for his stable stars, which include an intriguing drop in trip for Ascot runner-up Zarigana. Plus Henry Beesley and Lola Katz Roberts have news of a brand new sports betting podcast from Fitzdares.
Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post journalist Jonathan harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show, BHA CEO Brant Dunshea discuss the industry's efforts to persuade government of the potential damage to horseracing if tax on gambling operators' racing business is harmonised with online casino gaming. Meanwhile, our NZ correspondent Michael Guerin fills us in on groundbreaking betting legislation in New Zealand that could have a massive impact on the sport's finances. Plus, with 6 declared for Saturday's Coral-Eclipse, Nick catches up with Shane Foley, rider of Hotazhell. Naohiro Soda drops in to talk about the Japanese runners in the Juddmonte International and the UK debut of rising star jockey Mirai Iwata.
We start today with this news that Kia Joorabchian is set to replace Raphael Freire at Freemason Lodge in the coming days with Kevin Philippart De Foy, who joins Nick first off to discuss the move and how the transition will work. Jane Mangan is along for the show today and shares her surprise at the news although believes that this is yet another big sign of intent from the team at Amo Racing. Luis Kimmel looks at the German Derby, set to take place this weekend as he hopes this year's renewal can cement it's Group 1 status as well as telling Nick how he came to buy a share in Lazy Griff, now placed in two Derbys. Billy Nash of Timeform looks at the Irish Derby from and Timeform perspective and where Lambourn stacks up against previous winners whilst also putting up a couple of Ballydoyle two-year-olds to watch. Tony Carroll share his delight as the way his 2025 has gone so far after Lequinto notched up the hat-trick last night and we close with our Weatherby's segment that this week see's us visit Coolmore Stud in Ireland with Mark Byrne as we look at Australia from a value point of view & ones to watch.
In a special 1300th episode of the Daily Podcast, Nick walks the track at Sandown to celebrate 150 years of the racecourse and 50 years of the Coral sponsorship of this weekend's feature race, the Eclipse. Nick talks to Clerk Andrew Cooper, Marketing Manager Lewis Donnovan, and Coral's Simon Clare. Mirror journalist David Yates joins the show to look ahead to the big race, together with Ed Walker, trainer of Eclipse hopeful Almaqam. Plus, reflections on the Irish Derby, and the debate surrounding it, a look back at the Grand Prix de Saint Cloud, and a moving tribute to Barry Hills from his son Richard. As another giant of the sport, D. Wayne Lukas, leaves us, we hear from Jerry Bailey and Steve Kornacki about his life and legacy.
Nick Luck is back to join me in a deep discussion of the latest Superman movie by James Gunn. We are examining the plot, characters, and runtime. Don't miss this week's show.
Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with news that the BHA board met yesterday, and that the future of Lord Allen as the incoming chair remans in the balance. Looking ahead to the Irish Derby, Joseph O'Brien gives us the lowdown on Tennessee Stud and all his key runners at the Curragh this weekend, while Charlie Johnston edges closer to a run with Lazy Griff. Fascinating insight on his four Northumberland Plate runners from James Owen, including a bold shout for an outsider, while Ed Bethell has big plans for at least two of his rising stable stars. JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.
Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to take a canter through today's racing headlines. With a view to the Classic action at The Curragh this weekend, Nick talks to Charlie Johnston (Lazy Griff) and Ralph Beckett (Sir Dinadan and Pride of Arras) about their running plans. He also gets the latest on Estrange (Dave O'Meara) and Tamfana (David Menuisier), both of whom look likely miss this weekend's engagements. Menuisier also outlines some interesting future plans for Sunway. Tom Faulkner looks forward to a rare appearance from stable star Golden Rules in the Northumberland Plate, while Dan Barber has a Royal Ascot ratings review, and Garden of Eden breeder Mark Hanly is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest.
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop with the latest from around the racing world. Aidan O'Brien and William Buick give first class insight into the winners and losers at Royal Ascot, with the former also acknowledging the career of Wayne Lukas, whose sudden retirement has been brought about by ill health. Plus Simon Kerrin's on a stellar Ascot for Tattersalls Ireland.
Today we're coming to you again from Royal Ascot on day 4 where Nick is joined by ITV's Rishi Persad and the Mirror's David Yates. Whilst the racing is our main focus, that didn't stop the team from working in some cricket antics and football chat. But back to the racing we look back on the Gold Cup from yesterday and the triumph for the Gosden, Buick and Godolphin team with comment from trainer and jockey. Then we gets Timeform and TPD's assessment of the race before moving onto the two Group 1s this afternoon, the Coronation Stakes and the Commonwealth Cup. We have a market update from Fitzdares before Ollie Sangster discusses his two fillies in the mile contest and owner Emma Palmer share why she expanded into the flat game as she looks forward to cheering home Lady With The Lamp in the Commonwealth Cup.
Join us from Royal Ascot on day 3 as Nick is joined by Charlotte Greenway on course, this time from the pre parade ring. They begin by reflecting the action from day 2 and Ombudsman's performance in the Prince of Wales's Stakes and David Johnson of Timeform discusses what sort of figure he might earn. Adam Mills of Total Performance Data also looks at whether the two Ballydoyle horses went too quick on the front end, ruining there chances after the first couple of furlongs. Eve Johnson Haughton very kindly joins us via FaceTime after yesterday's emotional success in the Windsor Castle Stakes and thinks she has a Group 3 filly running in a handicap tomorrow. Then Nick and Charlotte move onto today's racing and look at the Gold Cup and whether Trawlerman can capitalise on the absence of Kyprios whilst we also hear from Orlando at Fitzdares on the betting for day 3's feature. Of course, Lisa Tan has the latest fashion tips and Grainne Hurst, CEO of the betting and gaming council on the charity ascent if the Britannia Stakes, run this afternoon.
Live from Royal Ascot on day 2 and Nick is alongside ITV's Matt Chapman who has a spring in his step and they begin by reflecting on yesterday's racing including Field of Gold's fabulous performance in the St Jame's Palace Stakes. Time form's David Johnson looks at what sort of rating that performance might earn him before Adam Mills of Total Performance data looks at the ride Mark Zahra gave Docklands to win the opening contest and why he made the difference. Lisa Tan has plenty of fashion updates for us from the course yesterday before Aidan Butler and Nick Smith discuss the relatively new incentive for American 2yr olds coming to Royal Ascot and why it's so attractive and finally Fitzdares provide and update on the market for today's feature the Prince of Wales's, in which Matt Chapman believes he's found the bet of the year.
LIVE from Royal Ascot on Day 1 as Nick is joined on course by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead to look ahead to the action on day 1. Chris Stickels, clerk of the course, provides a going update and looks at how they're likely to manager the track throughout the week with temperatures set to soar and we've also got plenty to bring you from last night's GOFFS London Sale at Kensington Palace Gardens, with racing's who's who in attendance including a fascinating conversation with John Stewart on his grand plans, George Boughey looks ahead to Believing this afternoon in the King Charles III sprint and Karl Burke offers up who he's most looking forward to this week and his answer might surprise a few. Then we get the Timeform perspective with Dan Barber and Henry Beesley of Fitzdares provides a betting update for day 1. Finally, bloodstock agent Will Douglas is our Weatherbys guest this week.
Joshua Stacey is joined by RacingTV's Andrew Blair White to break down the latest headlines from the racing world. They're also joined by Basher Watts, who shares his hopes of redemption for his filly Shes Perfect in Sunday's Prix de Diane at Chantilly. In a bold move, Basher reveals that he and his syndicate turned down a $2.5 million offer from Japan just last week. Meanwhile, George Murphy provides an important update on White Birch and his potential run in the Prince of Wales's Stakes. To wrap up, Nick sits down with Nathan Vergne, the newest addition to the French training scene, for an exclusive interview.
JK and Nick Luck discuss his broadcasting career, his favorite horses, his favorite moments, horses to bet at Royal Ascot, and a top 5 JK+1 story involving Bobby Frankel!
Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They are joined by Francis Graffard, assembling an enviable squad for Royal Ascot. Also on today's show, Jane Chapple Hyam announces the supplementary of Kon Tiki for the Coronation Stakes, while we hear from John Gosden and Colin Keane on Lead Artist, Will Bourne on Carl Spackler, plus Roger Teal on Dancing Gemini. Nick is at the GOFFS Arkle sale, where he gets fascinating insight from Dan Skelton, as well as contributions from agent Ed Bailey and trainer AJ O'Neill. JA McGrath has big news from Hong Kong.
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for a Derby debrief, and is joined by Epsom GM Jim Allen to discuss how improvements can be made to the day and the customer experience. Also on today's show, Juddmonte officially announce Colin Keane as their number one in Europe, and his mentor and boss Ger Lyons shares his delight. Plus, Lyons announces that Lady Iman - his star 2yo - is highly unlikely to make Royal Ascot. On the Ascot theme, trainer Henry Dwyer updates us on his defending champ Asfoora, and gives us the lowdown on her latest piece of work in Newmarket today, while NBC's Matt Bernier gives us his take on the Belmont Stakes and a supreme performance from Sovereignty.
Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by broadcaster Matt Chapman to look ahead to the Betfred Derby Festival. We hear from Andrew Cooper out on the track at Epsom who gives us a conditions update. Matt want to hear from Hector Crouch re his Classic rides and Hector tells us what he's expecting from Revoir and Stanhope Gardens. We are also joined by Robert Cowell who has seven potential runners across the two Dash races. Matt and Tom then have wider discussions about both the Derby's relevance to Epsom and the success of Wednesday's draw at the Epsom Picturehouse. They also discuss the relevance of the Triple Crown with this year's Guineas winner lining up in the Derby. US broadcaster Michelle Yu gives here Belmont Stakes views and Total Performance Data's Adam Mills puts some figures on the race. And we are joined by CEO of the Matt Hampson Foundation ahead of this weekend's Chamonix Challenge.
Josh Stacey takes over the podcast today and is joined by Racing TV's Anthony Dunkley to preview the two Epsom Classics in depth with the help of Dave Ord, who looks at the race through a Timeform perspective and also shares what Timeform made of the two most taking performances of last week on these shores from Almaqam & Estrange. Eve Johnson Houghton, who so often has a nice early two year old, discusses the chances of Havana Hurricane in the Woodcote at Epsom before Harry Eustace provides an update on stable star Docklands and where he's likely to head to next.
Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by Jane Mangan to analyse the Derby draw with 19 declared, the biggest field since 2003. Luca Brooks-Edwards was at the draw this morning and has the reaction of Tony Elliot, who has outsider Rogue Impact in the races as well as Matt Hulmes of Betfred who looks at whether Ruling Court can keep the Triple Crown dream alive. Tom and Jane also go on to assess the 9 runner Oaks and the Coronation Cup. We hear from Marco Botti who has Giavelotto in there and also won the Italian Derby a couple of days ago. Dave Loughnane won the 2.47 at Leicester yesterday with a bargain buy and Tom asks whether or not he's already had offers for the filly ahead of Royal Ascot. Gary Wiltshire previews his new book as part of this week's Weatherbys segment and Adam McNamara joins us from the PJA to talk about the apprentice only card on Friday evening at Goodwood.