Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Luck

Coming to you from Newsells Park Stud, in association with Fitzdares, Nick is joined by a power packed panel consisting of John Gosden, George Boughey, Roger Varian, Richard Brown & Charlie Fellowes. The panel run through all their key runners over the fives days and offer plenty of tips and each-way bets along the way. Who knew you could get ski goggles for horses... turns out Trawlerman will be showing his off in the Gold Cup prelims, this is a Royal Ascot preview not to be missed!

Tom in for Nick and joined at first by trainer William Haggas who sends Lilt to the Prix de Diane this weekend. William talks of her chance and also looks ahead to his big guns next week at Royal Ascot. Rishi Persad is the main guest today and he likes Lilt's chances this weekend. He tells us why before picking out his Ascot highlights. We hear from Billy Loughnane who rides favourite Bow Echo in the St James's Palace Stakes and Ascot clerk of the course Chris Stickels is along to tell us likely conditions come Tuesday afternoon. Bill Dwan of Castlebridge Consignment reflects on the Derby having sold Christmas Day at Tattersalls October Book 1 before we head back to Alistair Cohen in South Africa who tells us of record breaking rider S'manga Khumalo receiving a hefty ban for race-fixing. Plus Eva O'Neill checks back in from Goffs Arkle Sale.

Kicking off today's show, Nick speaks to Haycock's Clerk of the Course Dan Cooper who announces they have been forced to farm out their next four fixtures, as a result of the the findings from their investigation into the recent hole found on the outer track. We've got our Royal Ascot bulletin with Will Aitkenhead which includes some of the latest running plans for the Ballydoyle battalion. Harry Charlton runs us through his team for Royal Ascot and also touches on his link up with jockey Lewis Edmunds. Shark Hanlon is along to discuss potentially getting licensed in UK. Alistair Cohen has an update from South Africa before counting with the the international theme and getting the latest from Hong Kong with JA McGrath. Finally, Eva O'Neill, in situ at the Goffs Arkle Sale, catches up with Dave Futter who confirms the Goffs Yorton Sale will take place again in 2026.

Nick is joined this morning by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead to look again at the decision by the stewards at Epsom to declare Benvenuto Cellini a non-runner whilst Jason Tan, based in New Zealand explains why he believes we're behind the times in the UK with this rule having not been in place sooner. Ahead of the Prix de Diane this weekend, Nick catches up with David Menuisier, who's hoping Inis Mor can go close and Lee and Nick spin through the likely key contenders. Will Aitkenhead has the latest Royal Ascot update before Richard Langley, head groundsman at Brighton joins the show to discuss his attempt to break a world record, which would be a remarkable feat. Dan Barber is back again to look back on a handicapping performance from Epsom that could put this horse right up there in the big leagues and his trainer Roger Varian shares where we might see him next. Finally Greg Carpenter of the HKJC shares his delight at Ka Ying Rising receiving a rating of 130, putting him to the top of the tree and Oli Bell is at the GOFFS Arkle Sale catching up with Willie Mullins.

Nick joined this morning by Racing TV's Lydia Hislop to reflect on the Betfred Derby Festival. They start with the controversial decision by the stewards to declare Benvenuto Cellini, the Derby favourite, a non-runner after getting his foot caught up in the stalls and crossing the line in 10th place. Simon Nott, who was reporting for Star Sports from the betting ring on the day, explained how this all went down and how punters were affected. Lydia and Nick also discuss the merits of Derby winner Christmas Day and how highly we can rank that performance given the attritional conditions with Dan Barber giving Timeform's view, whilst William Haggas shares his delight at Maltese Cross finishing second and looks at what might be next for him. Francis Graffard drops in briefly to give an update on Calandagan, who was never going in the Coronation Cup, and then we review the action stateside with Adam Mills of Total Performance Data looking at the Belmont Stakes. Finally, Eva O'Neill is at the Goffs Land Rover sale speaking to Peter Molony about the two-year-old section.

Nick bringing you the show today from Epsom racecourse ahead of the Bedford Derby festival, kicking off later today. He's joined by Racing TV is Lydia Hislop and first off Nick catches up with Jockey Club CEO Jim Mullen on track before CEO of the Horserace Betting Levy Board Alan Delmonte joins the show. CEO of the Tote, Alex Frost, looks at another big weekend for WorldPool before Ian Fortune is along to preview the greyhound Derby. David Johnson of Timeform looks at the Epsom Classics through the Timeform lens and Paddy Chesters shares his hopes for another big double at Epsom this year for Chester Racecourse. And just to add to the show, the wine tipster Neil Phillips has a new bottle for us to try.

The buildup to Saturday's Epsom Derby continues as Nick, joined by RTÉ's Jane Mangan, catches up first with Dylan Browne-McMonagle who will be aboard James J Braddock. Dylan also discusses his ride Thundering On in Friday's Oaks, before Kia Joorabchian shares whether he thinks one of his two runners might be able to spring a bit of a surprise. Alex Elliot, also involved in the buying of those horses, looks at their chance along with Bay of Brilliance, who could be a lively outsider. Our Weatherby segment comes to you a little bit later this week as Nick checks in with Craig Bennett on the evolution of his Merry Fox Stud. The Royal Ascot buildup continues with Will Aitkenhead and Harriet Rochester has news of a new initiative from the ROA in partnership with Godolphin.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick today at the Betfred Derby Draw in the Peninsula Hotel, alongside her is Rishi Persad who discusses this weekends declarations in the Epsom Oaks and Derby and this mornings Derby draw and who has the favourable spots. Anna-Lisa Balding speaks about Kingsclere's two Derby entries along with Kevin Buckleys insight into the Coolmore squad for both Epsom classics. Eva O'Neill speaks to Kevin Blake and Alex Eliot as well as Sir Mark Prescott and his passion for the story of Sir Stanley Wootten. Frank Warren chats to Charlotte about re-invigorating the Derby while Nick is with Karl Burke at Spigot Lodge. Jim McGrath gives us the weekly Hong Kong bulletin and the Ascot updates are in too.

Charlotte Greenway bringing you the podcast this morning from Epsom racecourse and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. First off they speak to general manager Jim Allen about the changes in place for this year's Derby festival as Jim sets out how they are looking to appeal to all audiences. Basher Watts looks ahead to Shes Perfect running in the Group 3 at Epsom on Saturday where she's going for her first black type win whilst James Ferguson joins a show to discuss why he's giving up his trainers license after seven years and NYRA‘s Robert MacLennan shares what we can expect from the Belmont Stakes meeting at Saratoga this weekend. Finally Kieran Clark shares how Timeform rated Constitution River's Prix du Jockey Club on.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates for an absorbing edition of the popular daily racing podcast. With Aidan O'Brien's extraordinary 1-2-3 in the Prix du Jockey Club under the belt, Nick and Dave ask not only what next for Constitution River but also how O'Brien ia making the record breaking look utterly routine. They enlist the help of owner Peter Brant, whose Benvenuto Celllini is favourite for the Derby this week. And with that in mind, pedigree expert Janet Hickman runs the rule over who may and may not be suited by the distance demands of the Epsom Classics. With the Belmont Stakes set to share the bill on Saturday, Nick catches up with Kentucky Derby winning trainer Cherie deVaux, as Golden Tempo limbers up for Saratoga at the weekend. Meanwhile Aussie handler Bjorn Baker shares his excitement at bringing crack sprinter Overpass to Royal Ascot, and jockey Jack Mitchell enjoys German Guineas glory on TimeforShowcasing.

Nick Luck, Neil Channing and William Kedjanyi join up once again for the popular political betting show, as they ask whether the market strength behind Andy Burnham's candidacy in the Makerfield by election and for the Labour leadership is well founded, or whether the seat's demographics play squarely into the hands of Reform.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On the agenda today: the King and Queen are set to attend the Derby next weekend, we preview the Prix du Jockey Club with guest Donnacha O'Brien (A Boy Named Susie), discuss the Philip Byrnes dangerous riding incident at Limerick, and the Bowen mediation fines. Plus, Nick and Rishi look back on the action from Sandown last night, while Eva talks to Saeed bin Suroor after his win with 10yo Gold Cup hopeful Dubai Honour and to Conor Planas on opportunities with Charlie Appleby. Trainer David O'Meara looks forward to starting Estrange's season at Carlisle on Saturday, while Britain's youngest trainer Lauren Frost, 21, shares her delight at a first winner.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by Matt Chapman to look ahead to the racing at Sandown this evening, with Middleham Park's Tom Palin sharing their hopes for the returning Lazy Griff in the Henry II Stakes. charlotte speaks to trainer Gihan Arnolda about the remarkable journey he's been on throughout his life to get to this point today, where he's sending out his first runner. Charlotte and Matt then look at why the stats are against Constitution River and Daryzan in Sunday's Prix du Jockey Club whilst sharing the latest news on Hollie Doyle's injury that looks like it will rule her out for some time. Nick catch up with Lewis Kimmel to look back on the German Guineas before bringing our daily Royal Ascot update with Will Aitkenhead whilst Eva O'Neill has been out and about at the National Stud and Ben Atkins bring the Point to Point season to a close.

Nick is joined today by award-winning Racing Post journalist Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick talks at some length in this show to Haydock Clerk Daniel Cooper about the ramifications of Saturday's hole-in-the-ground incident, which has caused this weekend's fixture to be moved, The discuss the immediate future for the track, the current findings, the work taking place, and the many issues that surround ensuring the safety of the surface. Also today, Prince AA Faisal tells us why Oxagon has been supplemented for the Prix du Jockey Club, owner-breeder Jennifer Dorey lives the Derby dream with Rebel Rocker, Tom Goff outlines plans for Friendly Soul and tonight's Kempton hopeful Water to Wine, and JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. With the fallout intensifying from veterinary interventions before the Irish Guineas last weekend, Mick Donohoe - representing Magny Cours' owner - adds his voice to the debate and unearths some interesting fresh information about the processes undertaken. Also today, Nick takes the pulse of connections at Epsom putting some of their hopefuls through their paces: John Gosden, Ralph Beckett, Charlie Johnston and David Egan whilst also getting the latest on the ground from clerk of the course Andrew Cooper.Plus, we hear from RMG employees spending a day with Ebony Horse Club, US Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk at Ballinrobe, Dan Barber with news of a potential last hurrah for Jim Bolger, and Go Racing's Albert Bosma as our Weatherbys Guest.

Nick is joined by David Yates to canter through today's racing headlines. First today, trainer Joseph O'Brien joins the show as news reaches us that he is set to be the latest addition to the Juddmonte trainers' roster. He also has news of his Oaks and Derby probables Thundering On and James J Braddock. Also today, Nick and Dave review the Group One action from The Curragh - Ed Walker reflects on Almaqam's success - and discuss the ramifications of the hole in the track at Haydock Park. Patrick Veitch drops in to discuss Venetian Sun and much more, while Eva talks to Christine O'Donnell and John Bourke in the wake of a huge pinhooking coup at Tattersalls Ireland.

Nick is joined for a lively edition of the popular daily racing podcast by ITV Racing's Matt Chapman to canter through today's racing news. First today, they reflect on the Gambling Commission's "no decision" call at the end of its purportedly critical board meeting. They ask whether the strength of opposition has meaningfully impacted the debate, and feature the key elements of Matt's interview yesterday with Reform UK leader Nigel Farage. Also today, trainer George Scott on another Group One victory with Caballo de Mar, Fozzy Stack on why Thesecretadversary might get closer to Gstaad in the Irish Guineas, Tim Kent and Henry Beeby look back at the Goffs Spring Sale, and Rob Furber on another winning night at Eurovision.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Amongst today's discussion points: can Peter Savill return as BHA Chair, are BHA worries intensifying over Equine Flu, and will the Gambling Commission make an announcement on FRAs today? In light of the last point, Geoff Banks joins the show to predict what the industry will do next. Plus, William Haggas on Maltese Cross and the difficulty of finding jockeys this busy Saturday, Naohiro Goda on the two remaining Japanese entries for Ascot, and Robert Cowell on the progressive Jakajaro tackling the Temple Stakes.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to look at today's racing news from around the world. On toady's show, trainer Ed Walker explains why Sunday is such an important staging post in the career of his stable star Almaqam, whose racecourse returns - feels the trainer - have not matched his ability. Also today, Richard Hughes on talking on "monster" True Love with America Queen. Plus, Anthony Bromley explains to Eva O'Neill why the feted and pioneering Million in Mind syndicate is drawing to a close this week in Doncaster.JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, US owner Jim Hilton explains why the Tatts Ireland breeze-up is such a rich source of success, while the Jockey Club's Anna Metekohy talks about last weekend's Equine Wellbeing Seminar, Behind the Bridle.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing's Oli Bell to look at the news of the day from around the racing world. With the threat of Equine Flu mounting and already forcing one abandonment and the cancellation of Hunter Chasing, Nick talks to BHA Equine Welfare boss James Given and Alan Hill, leading Point to Point and Hunter Chase trainer. Also today, Nick and Oli discuss the intervention of Nigel Farage in the affordability debate as well as the reported tensions between Kia Joorabchian and his Ireland-based trainer Robson Aguiar. Oli catches up with Neil King at Goffs, while Three Chimneys' Tony Cissell discusses Gun Runner as our Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest, Dan Barber runs the rule over Notable Speech in the Timeofrm Perspective, and Tattersalls' Kat Sheridan explains a whole night of sponsorship for the stable at Huntingdon on Tuesday.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show, they review the weekend's activities on and off the track, from MPs petitioning Lisa Nandy on affordability, to Notable Speech's brilliant display at Newbury, which is the subject of Adam Mills' TPD analysis. Nick catches up with Preakness winning trainer Chad Summers, Charlotte talks to Royal racing manager John Warren about Friday's treble for the King and Queen, Josh brings us his report from the Grand Steeplechase de Paris, and owner George Gill (Opulence Racing) tells us about Sukanya's bid to win the Irish 1.000 Guineas this weekend.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to look at today's racing headlines. Rishi is at York, where we are joined by rider Tom Marquand, who gives his thoughts on his key rides this week, which include Morshdi in the Dante, On the theme of Derby Trials, data and time expert James Willoughby runs the rule over the Derby Trials thus far, and articulates the case for Constitution River to run in France rather than at Epsom. Also today, Adrian Bott on the freak stingray injury that will keep Lady of Camelot away from Ascot, plus news of Sir Delius and a possible trip to Hong Kong. Back at York, Tattersalls' Jason Singh on 41 years of Musidora sponsorship, and Gavin Pattison on facilities upgrades for 2026. JA McGrath has the latest on the HK beat, while Nick and Rishi assess the latest pronouncements on affordability checks from the Gambling Commission's Tim Miller.

Nick is joined by David Yates for Tuesday's edition of the popular daily racing podcast. Juddmonte manager Barry Mahon is first up today, with a full update on the operation's key runners at York and Newbury this week, plus an update on Field of Gold. Also today, Jim Goldie on the return of American Affair in the Minster Stakes, Dan Barber with perspective on French Classics and the Timefome Jumps Awards, and Kia Joorabchian on building a breeding operation to lay down foundations for his global ambitions, in association with Weatherbys.Plus, Nick and Dave have further reflections on yesterday's Ballydoyle visit as well as the resignation of Dr James Noyes from his advisory position.

Nick returns with the first of this week's shows, with four excellent guests. First, Aga Khan Studs racing manager Nemone Routh reflects on the Poulains (French Guineas) triumph of Rayif, yet another top level success for the operation. Nemone also gives us the lowdown on some of the other stable stars. Also today, media personality, race planner and owner Kevin Blake tells Nick about James J Braddock, his Leopardstown Derby Trial winner, hot on the heels of his involvement in Friday's Chester Cup. Plus, owner George Waud with Derby dreams after Maltese Cross's win at Lingfield, and Richard Brown on Lockinge favourite Damysus, recent acquisition Gethin, and an exciting two year old about to hit the track.

Special: From Ballydoyle with Aidan O'Brien by Nick Luck

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding on this Friday morning. They begin by setting the scene at Chester yesterday where racing was in the balance after horses slipped in the first race. After a an extremely lengthy steward inquiry, racing did get the green light and clerk of the course Eloise Quayle explains how the track came to be in that condition and what they've done ahead of racing this afternoon. Hugo Palmer, who trained the winner of the first, shares his views whilst Timeform's David Johnson questions whether they going description of ‘good' was at all accurate given the times we saw yesterday. Kevin Buckley reflects on a very successful week so far for the Coolmore / Ballydoyle team before finally Nick takes us to Chile as we hear from the owner/breeder of last weekend's Dahlia Stakes winner.

Nick is joined by Oli Bell to cast an eye over today's major racing stories. Continuing coverage of impending Financial `Risk Assessments, Nick talks to BGC CEO Grainne Hurst to pin down the council's position and intuit the Gambling Commssion's next steps. Broadcaster and campaigner Josh Apiafi also joins the show to discuss whether his brainchild GamScore can provide an AI-based solution within the likely GC framework. Plus, John Gosden at Chester yesterday, and 1/ST Racing's SVP Peter Rotondo on the likely make-up of the Preakness and the Royal Palm qualifiers for Royal Ascot.

Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They open up today with discussion of tomorrow's key Gambling Commission board meeting on Financial Risk Assessments (affordability checks). Bookmaker Geoff Banks has his say. Also on today's show, top jockey Mickael Barzalona on another potential Aga Khan Studs star in Daryzan, as well as half brother Daryz as he limbers up for the Prix Aga Khan IV. Plus, Nick Bradley on his big Chester team, featuring the redoubtable Al Qareem, Newmarket Director Sophie Able on the spike in 18-24 attendance at the Guineas meeting, and long-time radio and TV sports broadcaster Sonja McLaughlin on being one of the voices of the new sport and music station Track Radio.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to bring you today's racing news and analysis. They lead with a deep dive into yesterday's Ascot/RCA announcement and ask what might be the implications for the industry. Plus, could Peter Savill be on his way back as BHA Chair? Also today, Hugo Palmer on his massive Chester squad and the Ascot decision, Karl Burke on where next for his two 1,000 Guineas fillies, Dan Barber with the Timeform perspective, and agent Mark McStay on an International treble, spearheaded by yesterday's exciting winner Velozee. Nick and Lydia also look ahead to this week's key Classic trials and look back at Hawk Mountain and Minnie Hawk yesterday.

It's time to travel to the Dark Side, or light, or just be a rebel. May the 4th is here, and it is time for the annual Star Wars episode. First year not doing it with Nick Luck, hopefully he will be back next year.

Nick is joined by David Yates for today's canter through the racing headlines. First, Nick takes in the breaking news that Ascot Racecourse is set to leave the Racecourse Association (RCA) after its requests of last month were not sufficiently met. CEO Felicity Barnard joins Nick to explain. In Kentucky, Nick has caught up with Derby winning owner Daisy Phipps, who describes her success with Golden Tempo as the "best day of my life." Adam Mills from TPD tells us how he did it. Also today, we hear from George Boughey in the immediate aftermath of Bow Echo's Guineas romp, plus get the immediate Timeform assessment. After a bountiful weekend on the Rowley Mile, Charlie Johnston joins the show with news and plans for some of his heroes and has an update on the return of Lazy Griff.

A bumper Saturday Edition this week ahead of the Guineas at Newmarket & the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs. Beginning with Newmarket we hear from various connections including George Boughey (Bow Echo) William Haggas (Needle Match), Seamie Heffernan (Thesecretadversary), Jim Boyle (Into The sky), Charlie Pike (Padraig Dawn), Ed Walker (The Prettiest Star) and Stuart Williams (Azleet).Then onto Churchill Downs for our Kentucky Derby preview with Britney Eurton before Brad Cox (Commandment & Further Ado), Riley Mott Incredibolt & Albus), Michael and Jules Iavarone and Ramiro Restrepo (The Puma) share their hopes for their contenders tomorrow.

Nick - in Kentucky - is joined by Jane Mangan, in Punchestown, to take a look at a vibrant weekend of racing around the globe. In Louisville, Nick is joined by NBC colleague Britney Eurton for the definitive guide to the Kentucky Derby, while he also catches top with social media phenomenon and political activist Carlos Eduardo Espinna about the work that he is doing for racing's backstretch community. Ahead of the Guineas weekend, Nick talks to Seamie Heffernan, confident of a big run from Thesecretadversary in the 2,000 Guineas, and Stuart Williams, hoping that Azleet can build on her Nell Gwyn success. Fitzdares trader Henry Beesley gives us a market update on the weekend Classics, while his colleague Hermione Drummond-Moray discusses the firm's renewed relationship with Goodwood. Meanwhile, Kevin Blake drops in to tell us about his big result at the Tattersalls Guineas Breeze Up sales.

Nick is joined by David Yates to look at today's racing headlines. They begin with the stunning success of Gold Cup winner Gaelic Warrior at Punchestown yesterday, and hear from rider Paul Townend as well as the thoughts of Timeform's Dan Barber with historical perspective. William Haggas drops in to talk about a rare runner for the stable in the 2,000 Guineas while, in Kentucky, Nick catches up with three-handed Derby trainer Brad Cox plus the inimitable Michael and Jules Iavarone, who have bought into The Puma. Anna Seitz from Fasig Tipton announces new developments ahead of the Mid-Atlantic sale at Timonium, while Ben Atkins has all the latest from the Pointing world.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght for a jam-packed show spanning the horseracing world. They begin with the news of 14-time Champion Trainer Paul Nicholls's split with his biggest owners Johnny and Sam de la Hey, before a look back at yesterday's Punchestown highlights in the company of Grade One winning rider Sean Flanaga. In Kentucky, Nick talks to Derby rookie Riley Mott about his two contenders and taking on legendary father Bill. Also today, Aussie trainer Henry Dwyer on his hopes to acquire a British licence, and Alan King on Edwardstone and buying horses at this week's Guineas breeze-up sales. Plus, Britain's youngest trainer Charlie Pike on saddling a 2,000 Guineas runner, amateur rider Charlie Marshall revels in winning a second Maryland Hunt Cup, and JA McGrath with all the latest from Hong Kong.

Nick - in Kentucky - is joined by Lydia, in Punchestown, for an edition that threatened to be derailed before it began. But fear not: here it is, in the company of Willie Mullins, who reflects on his season and looks forward to more success this week with Denis Kirwan. Plus, Ed Walker and Jim Boyle on their Guineas hopefuls, Ballylinch's John O'Connor on Bayside Boy's blistering start at stud, and Dan Barber on how Dan Skelton broke all the records. Also today, Emma Webb tells us about a beautiful sculpture auctioned by Tattersalls Online in aid of DoItForBrodie, a charity set up in honour of her daughter, who took her own life at 16.

Charlotte Greenway bringing you the Nick Luck Daly from the yard of the Betfred 2000 Guineas favourite, Bow Echo, as we hear from his trainer George Boughey, five days out from the first classic of the British flat season. David Yates joins Charlotte throughout and gives his views on both the colts and fillies classics this weekend before reflecting on the action we've seen over the last few days. Starting at Sandown and the performances of Raaheeb and Opera Ballo before moving to the jumps action, comments on the ground and Dan Skelton breaking the £5 million prize money barrier. Looking further afield we hear from Nick in Hong Kong as he joined by trainer of Ka Ying Rising, David Hayes, after his runaway success in the Chairman Sprint and James McDonald Jockey of Romantic Warrior basking in the glory. David Johnson of Timeform shares their figures and Barry Connell looks ahead to his three runners at Punchestown this week in the Grade 1s.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead to look ahead to the action coming up over the next few days as they run through key runners at Sandown, Hong Kong and Longchamp. We hear from Champion Conditional elect Tristan Durrell who reflects on a fruitful season and looks forward to his ride aboard Mirabad in tomorrow's Grade 1 Celebration Chase. Hugo Palmer has his say on the barrier trial debate and shares his thoughts on how we should manage this going forward. Chester Williams pops in to provide an update on how his marathon training is going ahead of the big day on Sunday in London whilst Philip Rothwell shares his plans for the 50,000 euros he looks set to bag tonight at the William Hill extra place series finale and explains why these sorts of initiatives are so important.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to look through today's racing headlines. They are joined first by trainer Jamie Snowden, unhappy at the withdrawal of his horse Maximum Offers at Ludlow yesterday, and more so by what he perceives to be a conflict of interest on the part of the BHA Veterinary Officer. Also today, pro punter Patrick Veitch weighs in on the Barrier Trials controversy, Jane has news of Colin Keane's untimely ban and likely appeal, Oli Bell is joined by Anthony Stroud at Goffs sales, while Nick catches up with stable representatives Lucy Brocklehurst (Royal Champion) and Darragh Dwan (Comanche Brave).

Nick is joined by Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick is in Hong Kong, where he is joined by JA McGrath and trainer of Docklands Harry Eustace to look ahead to FWD Champions' Day. Meanwhile, back home, he talks to trainer Fergal O'Brien who reveals that he will split with jockey Johnny Burke after this weekends' Bet365 Gold Cup (pair represented by In D'Or). Dane O'Neill - now back as assistant to former boss Henry Candy - tells us how the new partnership has got off to a dream start. Meanwhile, Nick and Matt discuss the burning topic of whether barrier trials should be in the public domain.

Nick - in Hong Kong - is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First today, star rider Christophe Lemaire outlines the regard in which he holds this weekend's QE2 contender Masquerade Ball as he faces up to Romantic Warrior and co. Timeform's Dan Barber provides ratings perspective on the task at hand. Also today, jockey Rossa Ryan looks ahead to an interesting and excellent book of pattern race rides at Sandown on Friday, including Derby triallist Raaheeb. Plus, Neil Chaning on the potential takeover of Evoke, Oli Bell sets the scene for the Goffs Doncaster Breeze-Up Sale with MD Tim Kent, and we have the latest in our series with NYRA in the lead up to the reopening of Belmont Park with Glen Kozak, Executive VP Operations and Capital Projects.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to canter through Monday's global horse racing headlines. On today's show, they reflect on the latest raft of Classic Trials, and look ahead to some of the best of the week ahead. They are joined by Francis Graffard, with news of Calandagan, Daryz plus his Newmarket Guineas contender. Karl Burke nominates big targets for John Porter winner Convergent, while Saffie Joseph Jr enjoys the success of his warrior White Abarrio in the Oaklawm handicap. Dave has his say on Aidan O'Brien's Classic plans, as revealed to Nick on yesterday's Luck on Sunday, as well as the Green Party's latest pronouncements on racing.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to cast eye over Friday's racing news and talking points. Eve Johnson Houghton opens the show, hoping that her stable star Zavateri can better another Ballydoyle hotshot in tomorrow's Greenham Stakes at Newbury. Also today, owner-breeder Emma Banks talks about those twin passions, her guest starring role in the upcoming TBA webinar, and Princess Petrol in tomorrow's Fred Darling. James Willoughby looks ahead to the clash between Sovereignty and Journalism in the Oaklawn Handicap, while Dan Skelton tells us that there are still goals to achieve this season, runs through his team for Ayr this weekend, and reflects on a record breaking purchase at Tatts Cheltenham yesterday.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing's Matt Chapman, who begins today's show with a report on the situation at Brighton racecourse, whose intended fixture on Saturday has been shelved owing to track damage from leatherjackets and badgers. Also today, Stuart Williams reflects on shock Nell Gwyn winner Azleet, and Richard Fahey on his chances of winning the Fred Darling. Plus, young bloodstock agent Charlie Dee explains how he bought a Keeneland Grade One winner from humble origins, while NYRA's Andrew Offerman looks forward to the opening of Belmont Park this autumn. Ben Atkins drops in for a look at the Point to Point scene.

Tom in for Nick and joined by senior writer at the Racing Post Lee Mottershead. We initially discuss two key bits of news that broke yesterday. First, trainer Evan Williams being sentenced to three years in prison having been found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm. Second, the news that Laafi has indeed been disqualified from the race in which he finished first past the post at Aintree and we ask whether or not it would be preferable to DQ horses on the day. Trainer Oliver Greenall gives his view and also talks of a new syndicate venture he and Josh Guerriero are rolling out. We hear from Charlie Poste who has more horses going through the ring today at Tattersalls Craven Breeze Up Sale and he also touches on rider Sam Lee whose funeral it is today. With that in mind and in response to the Sky News feature on jockey mental health, Nick is joined by chief executive of the IJF Lisa Hancock who speaks of all the work they do on this front. Newbury's George Hill gives an update on the latest conditions at the track which throw Constitution Hill's participation in the John Porter into doubt. Karl Burke is likely to have the favourite for that race and he touches on his touches as well as Hankelow in tomorrow's Craven Stakes and we have the latest from Hong Kong with Jim McGrath.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV presenter Jane Mangan to look through today's racing headlines. Leading the show today is an interview with Social Market Foundation Senior Fellow Dr James Noyes, who explains his evolving stance on affordability checks and his letter to Lisa Nandy in yesterday's Guardian. Neil Channing has commentary. On the racing front, Shadwell boss Angus Gold talks Guineas fancy Touleen, while George Boughey has news of Bow Echo's work on the Rowley Mile this morning, and Dan Barber straddles both codes. Dr Ashley Parker from Ascot Stud, Johannesburg, is this week's bloodstock guest.

Nick and Lydia look back on Saturday's Randox Grand National, in which I Am Maximus regained his crown, making it a third successive win in the race for his trainer Willie Mullins. We also reflect on the Festival as a whole, Dan Skelton's first Trainers' Championship, the Gold Dancer incident, Betting, TV viewing figures, the atmosphere and racegoers experience, plus an update from Sara Bradstock on Mr Vango

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for Monday's show, looking through the racing headlines from around the world. With the review of Aintree occupying its own edition, this show focuses on the Flat and the Classic trials this week, but opens with the news that veteran rider Joe Fanning, out of the saddle since November, has had surgery for prostate cancer, but is already eyeing a return to race riding. Also on today's show, news from Ballydoyle on running plans for this week, plus David Menuisier on his Nell Gwyn and classic hopeful Inis Mor, trainer Adrian Bott reflecting on the triumph of Sir Delius in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Randwick, and Fernando Laffon on the two progeny of Persian King that have lit up the early French Classic Trials.

Day 2 of the Randox Grand National Festival and Nick comes to you from the track, alongside Lydia Hislop, to look ahead to the action this afternoon as well as reflect on yesterday's results. Mouse Morris is along as he supervises his Topham runner Indiana Jones as well as Kieran Burke who has Soul Icon in the sam contest this afternoon. Dan Barber has the latest from Timeform and finally Laura Wright joins the line up ahead of singing the national anthem ahead of tomorrow's big race.