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Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and begins today show with news of allegations against syndicate Deva Racing and it's director, Ryan Tongue. Tom Stanley speaks to a syndicate member who claims they have not been paid out from their significant winnings in Dubai this winter with Imperial Emperor and also states that shares were oversold. The Racing Post's Jonathan Harding shares his view and also offers an update on this from the BHA. Charlotte and Jon also discuss the BHA‘s announcement yesterday that Simon Cox will be the next chair and run through the nine declarations for Saturday's King George at Ascot. On which, we hear from Masquerade Ball's trainer in conversation with Eva O'Neill before Jack Channon touches on his weekend runners. Finally, Eva catches up with Thady Gosden on their team for the Qatar Goodwood Festival including Trawlerman and Friendly Soul.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead as they kick off by hearing from Ascot's Nick Smith on their 2025 financials, which paint a very encouraging picture, as do their latest attendance figures. Lee shares his thoughts before looking ahead to the King George there this weekend as we get the latest confirmations through and Josh Stacey gets the latest on last year's winner Calandagan with the Aga Khan Stud's racing manager, Nemone Routh. Lee and Charlotte discuss the victory of Johanna Walsh in Saturday's Irish Oaks before Eva O'Neill has an update on last year's Group 1 winning two- year-old Zavateri who's nearing a return before finally, a day early this week, we head around the bloodstock world with Weatherbys and this week end up in Turkey at Emirsoy Stud Farm.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead as they kick off by hearing from Ascot's Nick Smith on their 2025 financials, which paint a very encouraging picture, as do their latest attendance figures. Lee shares his thoughts before looking ahead to the King George there this weekend as we get the latest confirmations through and Josh Stacey gets the latest on last year's winner Calandagan with the Aga Khan Stud's racing manager, Nemone Routh. Lee and Charlotte discuss the victory of Johanna Walsh in Saturday's Irish Oaks before Eva O'Neill has an update on last year's Group 1 winning two- year-old Zavateri who's nearing a return before finally, a day early this week, we head around the bloodstock world with Weatherbys and this week end up in Turkey at Emirsoy Stud Farm.
Join Maddy Playle, Liam Headd and Matt Rennie as they review the biggest stories from the past week in the world of horse racing.Cheltenham has introduced five changes aimed at improving its race starts. Will they make a real difference when the Festival returns in March? The panel gives its verdict.Joanna Walsh claimed Irish Oaks glory in the absence of stablemate Thundering On, while Joseph O'Brien continues his remarkable run of success. The Front Page team discusses where his stable stars could be heading next.Also on this week's show, the team looks ahead to this weekend's King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes, a race with a truly international feel. Can Calandagan defend his crown and win the race for a second consecutive year?
The Racing Post's weekly horse racing preview show is back with everything you need for this weekend's ITV Racing action.Join Sam Hart, Robbie Wilders, Jonny Pearson and Unibet's Ed Nicholson as they share their best betting tips for Newbury, Market Rasen, the Curragh and Ripon.Newbury hosts a fantastic card, headlined by the unique Wetherbys Super Sprint for the two-year-olds. Most of the panel are in agreement on the same selection, but Ed has unearthed a lively outsider at double-figure odds that could be flying under the radar.Over at Market Rasen, it's time for some top-class summer jumping. The Skeltons saddle the market leaders for both the Summer Hurdle and the Summer Plate, but can they add to their tally as they continue their bid to surpass Martin Pipe's long-standing record?The team then rounds off the show by previewing the 2026 Irish Oaks. Can Thundering On complete the Oaks double, or will Royal Ascot winner Earth Shot have the final say?Top tips, expert insight and plenty of laughs along the way, it's all here in this week's Racing Postcast.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. To kick off today's show, Charlotte catches up with Gavin Chengalanee, racing manager to George Waud, after Maltese Cross's victory in Paris last night as he shares what that meant and what might be next for the talented colt. Joseph O'Brien looks ahead to his runner this weekend including his three in the Irish Oaks, Thundering On being one. Joe Fanning is along to share why now he feels it's the right time to retire from the saddle after nearly 40 years but promises he'll still very much be involved in the industry. Then news from the bloodstock world, Tim Kent shares what we can expect from this year‘s Goffs Premier yearling sale as the catalogue has just been released and further afield Adrian Todd of South Africa's Equine Health and Protocols shares his delight at Great Britain's decision to permit the direct import of live horses from South Africa to Great Britain. Then to finish off today's show, we get our final update from Hong Kong of the 2025/26 season with J McGrath.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. To kick off today's show, Charlotte catches up with Gavin Chengalanee, racing manager to George Waud, after Maltese Cross's victory in Paris last night as he shares what that meant and what might be next for the talented colt. Joseph O'Brien looks ahead to his runner this weekend including his three in the Irish Oaks, Thundering On being one. Joe Fanning is along to share why now he feels it's the right time to retire from the saddle after nearly 40 years but promises he'll still very much be involved in the industry. Then news from the bloodstock world, Tim Kent shares what we can expect from this year‘s Goffs Premier yearling sale as the catalogue has just been released and further afield Adrian Todd of South Africa's Equine Health and Protocols shares his delight at Great Britain's decision to permit the direct import of live horses from South Africa to Great Britain. Then to finish off today's show, we get our final update from Hong Kong of the 2025/26 season with J McGrath.
Nick is joined on his return to TW11 from South Africa by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world after a hectic weekend. They lead today with the publication of a governance blueprint from Goodwood and York racecourses, with Nick talking to bothe CEOs William Derby and Adam Waterworth. Nick and Lee ask just how good is Constitution River, with Donnacha O'Brien joining the show to talk about his Eclipse runner up A Boy Named Susie and his Belmont Oaks heroine Kensington Lane. We run the rule over Calandagan's GP de Saint Cloud comeback, while TPD's Adam Mills puts the Belmont Derby and the Deutsches Derby under the microscope. Lars-Wilhelm Baumgarten, who bought and raced the second, third and fourth in the Hamburg feature, tells us how he did it. Nick Smith - Racing Director at Ascot - also drops in to talk about how Hong Kong is beefing up the Shergar Cup, to clear up the Ka Ying Rising/Ascot debate, and to give Ascot's view of the York/Goodwood proposals. Plus, Nick and Lee discuss that controversial photo at Newmarket on Saturday, the retirement of Field of Gold and the upcoming events in Westminster surrounding the future of Kempton.
Nick is joined on his return to TW11 from South Africa by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world after a hectic weekend. They lead today with the publication of a governance blueprint from Goodwood and York racecourses, with Nick talking to bothe CEOs William Derby and Adam Waterworth. Nick and Lee ask just how good is Constitution River, with Donnacha O'Brien joining the show to talk about his Eclipse runner up A Boy Named Susie and his Belmont Oaks heroine Kensington Lane. We run the rule over Calandagan's GP de Saint Cloud comeback, while TPD's Adam Mills puts the Belmont Derby and the Deutsches Derby under the microscope. Lars-Wilhelm Baumgarten, who bought and raced the second, third and fourth in the Hamburg feature, tells us how he did it. Nick Smith - Racing Director at Ascot - also drops in to talk about how Hong Kong is beefing up the Shergar Cup, to clear up the Ka Ying Rising/Ascot debate, and to give Ascot's view of the York/Goodwood proposals. Plus, Nick and Lee discuss that controversial photo at Newmarket on Saturday, the retirement of Field of Gold and the upcoming events in Westminster surrounding the future of Kempton.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding, who begins by looking at which horses might actually lineup in the Coral Eclipse at Sandown next weekend, after Ombudsman was confirmed to be missing the race. Donnacha O'Brien, whose A Boy Named Susie has entries in both the Irish Derby and the Coral Eclipse, shares where he will be heading and Rob Spears explains why Libertango, last week's Albany winner, stood out to him at Tattersalls Craven Breeze Up sale, whilst also updating us on her next target. Charlotte and Jon take a look at the Pretty Polly and Irish Derby this weekend before Eva O'Neill brings us the latest from the Tattersalls Ireland Derby sale as she catches up with Simon Kerins and Ben Pauling.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding, who begins by looking at which horses might actually lineup in the Coral Eclipse at Sandown next weekend, after Ombudsman was confirmed to be missing the race. Donnacha O'Brien, whose A Boy Named Susie has entries in both the Irish Derby and the Coral Eclipse, shares where he will be heading and Rob Spears explains why Libertango, last week's Albany winner, stood out to him at Tattersalls Craven Breeze Up sale, whilst also updating us on her next target. Charlotte and Jon take a look at the Pretty Polly and Irish Derby this weekend before Eva O'Neill brings us the latest from the Tattersalls Ireland Derby sale as she catches up with Simon Kerins and Ben Pauling.
Royal Ascot 2026 is here and In The Know returns for the fifth and final day of the biggest Flat racing festival of the season.Join Ross Brierley, Racing Post tipster Paul Kealy and Robbie Wilders as they deliver their expert Royal Ascot Day 5 tips, race-by-race analysis and best bets from Ascot.The team preview all the key races on Day 5 (Saturday, June 20), including the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes, the final Group 1 of the week and one of the premier sprint contests of the Flat season. They break down the form, pace angles and value selections to uncover the best betting opportunities on the closing day of Royal Ascot.If you're looking for Royal Ascot tips, horse racing predictions, betting analysis and expert insight, this is your essential guide to Day 5 of Royal Ascot 2026.Who is your best bet on the final day of Royal Ascot? Let us know in the comments below.
Royal Ascot 2026 is here and In The Know returns for Day 4 of the biggest Flat racing festival of the season.Join Ross Brierley, Pricewise Tom Segal and Racing Post tipster Paul Kealy as they deliver their expert Royal Ascot Day 4 tips, race-by-race analysis and best bets from Ascot.The team preview all the key races on Day 4 (Friday, June 19), including two Group 1 contests in the Commonwealth Cup and Coronation Stakes. They break down the form, pace angles and value selections to uncover the best betting opportunities on another outstanding day of Royal Ascot.If you're looking for Royal Ascot tips, horse racing predictions, betting analysis and expert insight, this is your essential guide to Day 4 of Royal Ascot 2026.Who is your best bet on Day 4 of Royal Ascot? Let us know in the comments below.
Royal Ascot 2026 is here and In The Know returns for Day 3 of the biggest Flat racing festival of the season.Join Ross Brierley, betting editor Keith Melrose and Racing Post tipster Paul Kealy as they deliver their expert Royal Ascot Day 3 tips, race-by-race analysis and best bets from Ascot.The team preview all the key races on Day 3 (Thursday, June 18), including the feature Ascot Gold Cup on Ladies' Day. With Aidan O'Brien's Scandinavia heading the market, they break down the form, staying credentials and value selections to uncover the best betting opportunities on one of the most prestigious days of Royal Ascot.If you're looking for Royal Ascot tips, horse racing predictions, betting analysis and expert insight, this is your essential guide to Day 3 of Royal Ascot 2026.Will Scandinavia justify favouritism in the Ascot Gold Cup, or can something at bigger odds spring a surprise? Let us know your best bet for Royal Ascot Day 3 in the comments below.
Royal Ascot 2026 is here and In The Know returns for Day 2 of the biggest Flat racing festival of the season.Join Ross Brierley, Racing Post tipster Paul Kealy and The Ante Postman, Robbie Wilders, as they deliver their expert Royal Ascot Day 2 tips, race-by-race analysis and best bets from Ascot.The team preview all the key races on Day 2 (Wednesday, June 17), including the feature Prince of Wales's Stakes, where Daryz heads the market in a fascinating Group 1 contest. They break down the form, pace angles and value selections to uncover the best betting opportunities on another outstanding day of Royal Ascot.If you're looking for Royal Ascot tips, horse racing predictions, betting analysis and expert insight, this is your essential guide to Day 2 of Royal Ascot 2026.Who is your best bet on Day 2 of Royal Ascot? Let us know in the comments below.
Royal Ascot 2026 is here and In The Know Racing Post returns for the opening day of the biggest Flat racing festival of the season.Join Ross Brierley, Racing Post tipster Paul Kealy and The Ante Postman Robbie Wilders as they deliver expert Royal Ascot Day 1 tips, race-by-race analysis and the Ascot best bets.The team previews all the key races on Day 1 (Tuesday 16 June), including the Queen Anne Stakes, King Charles III Stakes and St James's Palace Stakes, breaking down the form, pace angles and value selections to find the best horse racing betting opportunities on a stacked opening card.If you're looking for Royal Ascot tips, horse racing predictions, betting analysis and expert insight, this is your essential guide to Day 1 at Royal Ascot 2026 Let us know your best bet for Royal Ascot Day 1 in the comments below.
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 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.
A first for Unofficial Partner: six years and 550+ episodes covering every sport going, we'd somehow never devoted an episode to the sport of horse racing. So we fixed that — live, in front of an audience at The Big Belly Comedy Club, London. We had as a starting point Spotlight Sports Group's new report, The Horse Racing Audience Opportunity. Compiled by the Racing Post's parent company, a deep dive in to the commercial future of the sport.Panel 1: Charlie Boss (Bristol City CEO, formerly CEO of The Jockey Club), Josh Apiafi (ex-Betfair, founder of Rewards4Racing), Tom Kerr (Editor of The Racing Post / SSG).Panel 2: Brant Dunshea (CEO of the British Horseracing Authority), Sharon O'Regan (CEO, Weatherbys), Sam Houlding (SSG).Where's the money coming from beyond betting? Does the product fit the audience? How do investors look at racing today? All that and more. Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 500 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series and live events, you can reach us via the website.
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.
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 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 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 Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They reflect on yesterday's key Derby trial at York - the Dante - with reflections from winning rider Colin Keane, who caught up with Charlotte yesterday. Also today, an in-depth interview with Ralph Beckett about some of his very promising three year olds, including four potential candidates for the Oaks, plus Derby and Coronation Cup hopefuls. Plus, York's Anthea Leigh on how a nasty incident at the track yesterday could have been much worse without preparation some weeks earlier. James Willoughby has an in-depth look at the 151st Preakness, while Andrew Offerman brigs us up to speed on the NYRA Stakes schedule this fall, and York's F & B supremo Steve Cooper drops in with the latest.
Tune in to the latest episode of the Racing Postcast for expert betting insight ahead of a Saturday packed with quality racing, including the Group 1 Lockinge Stakes at Newbury.The panel previews the other competitive action at Newbury before turning their attention to Newmarket. Can you guess who the panel are all in agreement on for the Handicap at 2.50pm at Newmarket?Host Sam Hart is joined by Racing Post's Keith Melrose and Liam Headd, along with Ed Nicholson from Unibet to provide their best bets for the weekend.
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.
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.
Tune in to the latest episode of the Racing Postcast for expert betting insight ahead of a Saturday packed with quality racing.The panel previews the action at Lingfield and Ascot before turning their attention to Haydock for the Pertemps Network Swinton Handicap Hurdle. Thought the jumps season was over? Think again!Broadcaster Callum Helliwell is joined by Racing Post tipster Robbie Wilders, Tom Park and Brett Williams from Unibet.
Tune in to the latest episode of the Racing Postcast for sharp betting insights on a Saturday packed with quality.All eyes will be on an open running of the 2,000 Guineas. Will the Dewhurst form come to the fore?Broadcaster Sam Hart is joined by Racing Post tipster Robbie Wilders, Matt Rennie and Unibet's Ed Nicholson to dissect all the ITV action from Newmarket, plus the big races at Goodwood and Thirsk.
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.
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 - 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 - 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 Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for a look at today's racing headlines. Looking ahead to Aintree, Nick is joined by trainer Gordon Elliott (six likely runners in the Grand National) and owner Richard Thompson (Grangeclare West). Plus, Paul Byrne on owning Irish National winner Soldier in Milan, BHA CEO Brant Dunshea on today's open letter to the Secretary of State on affordability checks, Dan Barber's Timeform perspective, and CJ Smith on the revival of racing in Zimbabwe.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for a look at today's racing headlines. Looking ahead to Aintree, Nick is joined by trainer Gordon Elliott (six likely runners in the Grand National) and owner Richard Thompson (Grangeclare West). Plus, Paul Byrne on owning Irish National winner Soldier in Milan, BHA CEO Brant Dunshea on today's open letter to the Secretary of State on affordability checks, Dan Barber's Timeform perspective, and CJ Smith on the revival of racing in Zimbabwe.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding, who starts by looking at the issues at Chelmsford racecourse that meant today and tomorrow's fixtures will not take place. Since the BHA's ruling yesterday, both parties have posted contradicting statements and Jon looks at whose role it was to protect trainers, owners, jockey etc in this situation. Trainer Ben Pauling joins the show to look ahead to Monday's Irish National, for which he has favourite The Jukebox Kid, as well as running through his team for Aintree and Punchestown. Paddy Twomey discusses some of his leading lights for the 2026 season and Ben Atkins has the latest from the point to pointing field in Britain.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding, who starts by looking at the issues at Chelmsford racecourse that meant today and tomorrow's fixtures will not take place. Since the BHA's ruling yesterday, both parties have posted contradicting statements and Jon looks at whose role it was to protect trainers, owners, jockey etc in this situation. Trainer Ben Pauling joins the show to look ahead to Monday's Irish National, for which he has favourite The Jukebox Kid, as well as running through his team for Aintree and Punchestown. Paddy Twomey discusses some of his leading lights for the 2026 season and Ben Atkins has the latest from the point to pointing field in Britain.
Josh steps in for Nick with a packed show covering the key stories across racing, including Paul Nicholls' plans for Aintree and his reaction to Cheltenham's decision to cancel their final three fixtures due to track work. Harry Derham joins to discuss Jackie Hobbs' Grade 1 chance at Fairyhouse and the future targets of his exciting novices, while Kieran Clark breaks down the standout Timeform performances from Dubai World Cup night and Erdenali's striking debut at Saint-Cloud. The episode also dives into the first-season sire market with Mark Cancea, features Nick's interview with Champion Bumper-winning breeder Christopher McKeever, and tackles the big talking point of Constitution Hill's opening flat rating of 101, with the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding on hand throughout to give his verdict.
Josh steps in for Nick with a packed show covering the key stories across racing, including Paul Nicholls' plans for Aintree and his reaction to Cheltenham's decision to cancel their final three fixtures due to track work. Harry Derham joins to discuss Jackie Hobbs' Grade 1 chance at Fairyhouse and the future targets of his exciting novices, while Kieran Clark breaks down the standout Timeform performances from Dubai World Cup night and Erdenali's striking debut at Saint-Cloud. The episode also dives into the first-season sire market with Mark Cancea, features Nick's interview with Champion Bumper-winning breeder Christopher McKeever, and tackles the big talking point of Constitution Hill's opening flat rating of 101, with the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding on hand throughout to give his verdict.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick on Monday morning and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. They start by bringing you the news that Cheltenham has cancelled its final three fixtures of the 2025/26 season and Clerk of the Course Jon Pullin is along to discuss this decision. In the aftermath of the Dubai World Cup meeting, Charlotte catches up with Nemone Routh, racing manager to the Aga Khan studs, after their stalwart Calandagan landed the Sheema Classic. Nemone also has news of 2025 Arc winner Daryz as he prepares to make his seasonal debut and also reflects on the astonishing debut from Erdenali yesterday. Dubai World Cup winning trainer Steve Asmussen joins the show as he speaks to Nick and Total Performance Data's Adam Mills dissects the Kentucky Derby trials from the weekend. Charlotte and Lee also reflect on the action from Doncaster and Ireland and look at FanDuel's decision to wind down its TV production and what this means for US racing.
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick on Monday morning and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead. They start by bringing you the news that Cheltenham has cancelled its final three fixtures of the 2025/26 season and Clerk of the Course Jon Pullin is along to discuss this decision. In the aftermath of the Dubai World Cup meeting, Charlotte catches up with Nemone Routh, racing manager to the Aga Khan studs, after their stalwart Calandagan landed the Sheema Classic. Nemone also has news of 2025 Arc winner Daryz as he prepares to make his seasonal debut and also reflects on the astonishing debut from Erdenali yesterday. Dubai World Cup winning trainer Steve Asmussen joins the show as he speaks to Nick and Total Performance Data's Adam Mills dissects the Kentucky Derby trials from the weekend. Charlotte and Lee also reflect on the action from Doncaster and Ireland and look at FanDuel's decision to wind down its TV production and what this means for US racing.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick and Lee begin with a look at Constitution Hill's race at Kempton on Wednesday and bring you further developments in the Alan Spence case, which looks set to go to appeal. Reflecting on the mighty Australian filly Autumn Glow's latest romp, they are joined by her owner John Messara, who underlines the impact on everyone at his Arrowfield Stud and gives us his own wishlist of future accomplishments, including Royal Ascot 2027. Also today, legendary trainer Henrietta Knight talks to Nick about the differences in this incarnation of her training career following her double at Kempton yesterday, while Ben Haslam talks of his joy at scooping the £100,000 All Weaher bonus with Yorkshire Glory, and Dan Barber covers three continents in this week's Timeform wrap-up.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick and Lee begin with a look at Constitution Hill's race at Kempton on Wednesday and bring you further developments in the Alan Spence case, which looks set to go to appeal. Reflecting on the mighty Australian filly Autumn Glow's latest romp, they are joined by her owner John Messara, who underlines the impact on everyone at his Arrowfield Stud and gives us his own wishlist of future accomplishments, including Royal Ascot 2027. Also today, legendary trainer Henrietta Knight talks to Nick about the differences in this incarnation of her training career following her double at Kempton yesterday, while Ben Haslam talks of his joy at scooping the £100,000 All Weaher bonus with Yorkshire Glory, and Dan Barber covers three continents in this week's Timeform wrap-up.
Tom in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. We speak initially to trainer Gordon Elliott who gives us the full debrief upon his Cheltenham Festival before looking ahead to Aintree and to his chances of being crowned Irish Champion trainer. Kieran Shoemark is along to look ahead to three rides at next week's Dubai World Cup and to the new flat turf season in the UK. Nick has an update from the BHA's CEO Brant Dunshea on a new cross-industry Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. Ruth Jefferson looks ahead to a big weekend up north and we have Ben Atkins with us to talk all things pointing in association with the Tattersalls Cheltenham sale.
Tom in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding. We speak initially to trainer Gordon Elliott who gives us the full debrief upon his Cheltenham Festival before looking ahead to Aintree and to his chances of being crowned Irish Champion trainer. Kieran Shoemark is along to look ahead to three rides at next week's Dubai World Cup and to the new flat turf season in the UK. Nick has an update from the BHA's CEO Brant Dunshea on a new cross-industry Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. Ruth Jefferson looks ahead to a big weekend up north and we have Ben Atkins with us to talk all things pointing in association with the Tattersalls Cheltenham sale.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer for a look at today's racing headlines. They analyse the latest Cheltenham moves regarding Lossiemouth, Mighty Park and Jonbon, amongst others, and are joined by Joe Chambers and - via a GOFFS interview with Oli Bell - Nicky Henderson. Plus, Paul Nolan on his full Cheltenham squad, Timeform's Kieran Clarke, and Paul Ferguson with his three to follow from his Weatherbys Betting Guide. Also today, BHA Racing Director Richard Wayman on the new Training Fees Credit Scheme, while Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges discusses the legacy of Louis Romanet, who died yesterday, and Nick and Lee remember colourful owner Tony Collins of Gay Future infamy,. Other news stories under the microscope include Frankie Dettori, Alan Spence and the FOI request that has reignited the betting tax debate.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer for a look at today's racing headlines. They analyse the latest Cheltenham moves regarding Lossiemouth, Mighty Park and Jonbon, amongst others, and are joined by Joe Chambers and - via a GOFFS interview with Oli Bell - Nicky Henderson. Plus, Paul Nolan on his full Cheltenham squad, Timeform's Kieran Clarke, and Paul Ferguson with his three to follow from his Weatherbys Betting Guide. Also today, BHA Racing Director Richard Wayman on the new Training Fees Credit Scheme, while Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges discusses the legacy of Louis Romanet, who died yesterday, and Nick and Lee remember colourful owner Tony Collins of Gay Future infamy,. Other news stories under the microscope include Frankie Dettori, Alan Spence and the FOI request that has reignited the betting tax debate.
Nick is joined by Racing Post award-winning writer Jonathan Harding to canter through the racing headlines. In a packed show, they are joined first by Clifford Lee, the rider who suffered a life threatening injury in a bike accident last October, but who now has his sights set on a return for the beginning of the Flat turf season. Also today, trainer Martin Brassil issues a positive bulletin on Gold Cup contender Fastorslow and runs through he remainder of his interesting Festival squad, while we hear from Fergal O'Brien on his runner in tonight's "Constitution Hill" race at Southwell, plus a number of his leading Cheltenham contenders. Meanwhile, Fiona Needham tells us that she might have another stable flag bearer on her hands in tomorrow's Eider Chase, and French-based Noel George makes encouraging noises about the chances of Allure in Kempton's Adonis Hurdle. Nick also checks in with Henry Dwyer as he's about to saddle two in the Tasmanian Oaks at Launceston, and he has news of his European Squad for 2026.
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead for another edition of the popular daily racing podcast. First up today, trainer Ralph Beckett on the stalemate at the heart of racing's governance. Also on today's show, owner Max McNeill gets excited about Grand National and Bobby Chase contender Three Card Brag and his Cheltenham hopeful No Drama This End. Plus, Josh Guerriero on what the spring might look like for the talented Jagwar, Rob Stephens on his stable star Caballero Cliff, David Egan visits Arizona Blaze at the Irish National Stud, and Kevin Phillipart de Foy on trying to spoil Constitution Hill's party.