Nick Luck Daily Podcast

With the Breeders’ Cup under way at Keeneland, Charlotte Greenway brings together the best of Nick’s interviews from the past fortnight, race by race in running order. Friday’s juvenile races come first. George Boughey talks about Libertango, and Adrian Keatley and Mikey Sheehy discuss Hell Of A Spin. Gatewood Bell hopes Scarlett Begonia can repeat his family’s 50-1 Epitome win from 1987, Francis-Henri Graffard runs through Amusingly’s clash with Sun Goddess, and Kieran Lalor and Hugo Palmer cover Folsom Blues and Sale Shark. Then on to Saturday, Brad Cox explains why Further Ado goes for the Dirt Mile, and Karl Burke and Jack Nicholls talk about the remarkable rise of Miss Yechance. In the Filly & Mare Turf, we hear from Juddmonte’s Barry Mahon and Andrew Balding on Blue Bolt, Jess Jell on Gimme A Nother and Willie McCreery on Jancis. Ahead of the Breeders' Cup Sprint, we hear from Duabi-based trainer Ahmad Bin Harmash on dual Golden Shaheen winner Dark Sfafron, Miguel Clement and Isabella Paul preview the Mile with Deterministic and Lake Forest. In the Turf, David Casey and Dylan Browne McMonagle talk about Ethical Diamond’s defence, Aidan O’Brien discusses Benvenuto Cellini and George Scott explains why he trusts Bay City Roller. Finally, Godolphin’s Michael Banahan on Sovereignty and Knightsbridge in the Classic. Plus we hear from Price Bell, Fergus Galvin & Mark Taylor ahead of the Fasig Tipton November Sale next week.

Nick Luck is trackside at Keeneland, Kentucky, on the eve of the 2026 Breeders’ Cup. In a star-studded special, Nick is joined by leading trainers Francis-Henri Graffard, Andrew Balding and George Scott to discuss their runners and hopes ahead of one of the biggest weekends in international racing. Jane Mangan provides her insight into the action, while William Butler, assistant to Sir Mark Prescott, and Issy Paul, assistant to William Haggas, offer a behind-the-scenes perspective on their respective teams. Plus, Hugh Anderson, Chief Operating Officer of Godolphin, joins the show to discuss the global racing operations Breeders’ Cup ambitions. All the latest news, views and interviews from Keeneland as the world's best prepare to do battle on racing's biggest international stage.

Nick is back on the Keeneland backstretch before dawn, starting outside the quarantine barn, where Hugo Palmer explains why Sale Shark steps up in trip for the Juvenile Turf, and Pierce Dargan of Equine MediRecord and the IRB’s Adrian Beaumont lift the lid on the logistics behind the international raid. Twenty-year-old Jack Nicholls looks ahead to his first Breeders’ Cup ride on Miss Yechance, George Boughey updates on Libertango, Survie and Melbourne Cup hope Hopewell Rock, and senior handicapper Gary O’Gorman explains how the panel ranked the oversubscribed Juvenile Turf Sprint. Matt Chapman and Johnny Murtagh drop by, Gustavo Delgado Jr. believes The Puma is peaking for the Classic, Rose Elliott talks Tiffany and her daughter Jane’s 100th US winner, and Elite Sales's Katelyn Jackson previews Fasig-Tipton’s November Sale. Plus J.A. McGrath from Hong Kong, and Godolphin USA’s Michael Banahan on the Sovereignty and Knightsbridge double act in the Classic.

Nick, coming to you from the barn area at Keeneland before dawn on the second morning of Breeders’ Cup week. First, Miguel Clement walks Nick through his team of five, led by Deterministic, who takes on Notable Speech in the Mile, while his wife Acacia gives her take on the Sovereignty v Forever Young showdown in the Classic. Keeneland’s Gatewood Bell hopes Scarlett Begonia can repeat his family’s 50-1 Juvenile Fillies success with Epitome in 1987, Mikey Sheehy looks ahead to his first Breeders’ Cup ride on Hell Of A Spin, and Brad Cox explains why Further Ado goes for the Dirt Mile. Timeform’s Dan Barber runs the rule over Enable’s son Entrust, Michelle Yu tells the story behind Domain Expansion’s jockey, Aidan O’Brien and Matt Chapman drop by, Brian Taylor, who manages the shipping of the European horses, describes why it wasn’t a totally straightforward journey and Maddy O'Meara updates on Andrew Balding’s team, led by Blue Bolt.

Nick, coming to you this morning from Keeneland at the start of Breeders’ Cup week and joined by the Mirrors’ David Yates, from back in the UK. Following Constitution Hill’s fifth in Italy on Sunday, owner Michael Buckley is along to reflect on the performance and also hits back at those calling for the horse’s retirement. Al Shira’aa’s Kieran Lalor looks ahead to Folsom Blues in the Juvenile Turf whilst Alessandro Marconi talks about the journey they’ve been on with Group One winner Miss Yechance, who will be heading to the sale before appearing in the Turf Sprint. Breeders’ Cup President Drew Fleming looks ahead to the two day meeting and Tanya Gunther discusses a couple of mares she’s sending to the Fasig Tipton November sale and with bloodstock in mind Jason Singh previews the Tattersalls Mare Sale.

Nick is joined. by Jane Mangan for a canter through today's horse racing headlines. First today, Irish Champion jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle talks to Nick about his extraordinary autumn schedule, taking in the Breeders' Cup (4 rides), Melbourne, where he has opted to ride Defiantly, Bahrain, Hong Kong, and this week's Group Ones in Doncaster and Saint Cloud. Also today, William Muir on Breacher in the William Hill Futurity, Adrian Keatley on trying to conquer Cheltenham and Keeneland, Tony Carroll on breaking more records and with an eye on the ARC £1m AWT bonus, and TBA boss Naomi Mellor on the new Point to Point bonus scheme that launches next week.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad for a special edition of the podcast, focusing on the European challenge for the Breeders' Cup at Keeneland, for which pre-entries were announced last night. They are joined by guests Barry Mahon (Juddmonte), who explains why they are leaning towards the Filly and Mare Turf with Blue Bolt, Jess Slack (Jell), owner of South Africa-turned-US hopeful Gimmeanother, Wille McCreery (Jancis), Karl Burke (Miss Yechance), Ed Walker (why Ten Bob Tony is not running), Rebecca Menzies (dejected to be on the reserves list), and David Casey (Ethical Diamond).

Nick kicks off the show this Wednesday morning with Regulus Partners’ Dan Waugh, reacting to a report in The Times that Machine Gaming Duty is set to rise to 25 per cent in next week’s budget rather than the feared 40 per cent. Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead joins Nick to unpack the story and what it says about racing’s lobbying, plus Flutter’s job cuts and ex-Gosden stayer Point of Law’s Geelong Cup win. George Scott confirms Bay City Roller will join Ombudsman in the Breeders’ Cup Turf at Keeneland, while Jayne McGivern explains why she has brought Hukum back from Japan to stand at Overbury alongside Golden Horn. In France, Nick Bell reveals why Haras de Meautry is standing a stallion for the first time in 20 years, and Timeform’s David Johnson looks back on Champions Day and where Ombudsman ranks among the Gosden greats.

In this special edition, Nick interviews the recently appointed Chair of the British Horseracing Authority, as he seeks to determine his vision and strategy for the sport. Mirror journalist David Yates provides commentary and analysis.

Nick kicks off the show this Monday morning by catching up with John Gosden who confirms that Ombudsman will head to Keeneland for the Breeders’ Cup following his fabulous victory in the Champion Stakes at Ascot on Saturday. Racing TV’s Lydia Hislop is alongside Nick for today’s show and they reflect further on Saturday’s racing whilst TPD’s Adam Mills tells us just how Ombudsman got the better of Calandagan this time around. Dave Ord is at Cheltenham as he catches up with Chief Executive Guy Lavender and clerk of the course Jon Pullin on the busy summer sorting out the drainage and also having the track ready for racing this weekend. Further afield we hear from Everest winning trainer Ciaron Maher after his filly Tempted downed Hong Kong superstar Ka Ying Rising. Also from Australia ,Vicky Leonard joins us to discuss the impact of the incredibly unfortunate incident in Saturday’s Caulfield Cup, which resulted in a fatality.

Charlotte Greenway brings you all the interviews from the podcast this week ahead of British Champions Day at Ascot. It’s an incredibly important day for Andrew Balding as he looks to land his first trainers title and discusses his team before Rob Hornby, Kieran Shoemark and Clifford Lee run through their rides in the Group 1s.

Nick is joined by Matt Chapman to look ahead to the 2026 edition of British Champions’ day, with guests Rob Hornby, Clifford Lee, and David Redvers. Plus we hear from Zac Purton ahead of Ka Ying Rising’s Everest run, while agent Archie St George looks forward to a potential windfall at the Breeders’ Cup Championship sale.

Nick is joined by Racing TV’s Lydia Hislop and they kick off with the only broadcast interview to date with Betfred’s Fred Done on impeding tax rises and what they will mean for his business, racing and the country, with a stark warning for the U government. Lydia shares her views on the matter and where we might be with getting the government to listen. Following on from the story at the beginning of the week about final demand being disqualified at Cheltenham, Lydia shares what she’s found when doing some digging of her own, regarding the missing CCTV. Following on from the end of Tattersalls Book 2, Charlotte catches up with Australian bloodstock agent John Foote and American owner Matt Dorman, who have both been busy over the last couple of weeks. With the Breeders’ Cup around the corner Nick, along with his NBC colleague Matt Bernier, brings your a preview of what might be on offer in Keeneland and in partnership with Weatherbys, Nick speaks to Jody Standing about her recently released 26/27 Point to Point recruits.

Nick is joined by ITV host Oli Bell to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead today with the relentless Dan Skelton, who set yet another record yesterday for the fastest ever century of winners in a jumps season. The trainer tells us about the targets he has in mind and shares thoughts about one or two more prominent prospects on the cusp of seasonal debuts. Also today, Neil Callan shares his pride in two of his sons being crowned champions this Saturday, while Ed Crisford looks forward to assembling a huge and powerful team in Dubai with the news that Oisin Murphy will be his retained rider in the Middle East this winter. Plus, Charlotte catches up with agent Hamish Macaulay after a successful day at Tattersalls Book 2, Justin Vermaak outlines the ambitions of Mike and Matthew de Kock as they, too, set their sight son Dubai this winter, and JA McGrath has all the news from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with two news stories that have dominated the agenda over the last 24 hours. First, the Final Demand medication DQ from Cheltenham, and the mystery surrounding the missing CCTV from the racecourse stables. Second, the appointment of Sir Philip Davies to the BHA board, with new Chair Simon Cox appearing to prefer his candidacy to the suggested racecourse-affiliated names of Martin Cruddace and Bridget Guerin. Also today, Kieran Shoemark looks forward to his two high profile rides on Champions’ Day, Almaqam and Ten Bob Tony, while Roger Varian shares his thoughts on Caulfield Cup aspirant Enfjaar as well as Autumn Stakes winner Rock Montreal. Plus, Sarah Guest on Racing Home and Women in Racing’s initiative to help the workforce through the challenges of menopause and midlife, and Xander Brett talks to Norwegian trainer Niels Pietersen about setting up a satellite base in Newmarket.

Nick is joined by David Yates from the Daily Mirror to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They look ahead to Champions’ Day, and analyse the changing complexion of the two biggest races, particularly in light of the news that Talk of New York is set to be supplemented for the QE2. They are joined by Andrew Balding, tantalisingly close to a first trainers’ championship, and whose Kalpana bids for an unprecedented BCD hat trick. He also has news of which Breeders’ Cup target is more likely for Blue Bolt. Also today, Richard Brown on the Wathnan Ascot team, plus Bjorn Baker on another Group One weekend in Australia and looking ahead to his pair of runners taking on Ka Ying Rising in the Everest. Dan Barber runs the Timeform rule over both the upcoming QE2 and also gives the lowdown on both the juvenile performances at the weekend and items to note from the jumps meeting at Chepstow.

Nick alongside Lydia Hislop, is welcomed into Eve Lodge , the base of man of the moment, George Scott. George talks through his brilliant weekend just gone at Longchamp, with a Group 1 and Group 2 success along with a second in the Arc. George Scott takes us through the layout of the yard, how it works and why the smaller details are so important. We're also getting up close and personal to the stable stars, as Friday morning is trot up day and they're all on parade. There's still big targets ahead for the rest of the year and George runs through where they're all headed and has some breaking news regarding Bay City Roller.

Nick comes to you LIVE today from the final day of the Tattersalls Book 1 yearling sale and pre-sale catches up with some of the vendors, starting with Julian Dollar of Newsells Park Sud, who sold yesterday's top lot and as well as reflecting on that result, he talks us through what's to come today including a filly by Japanese superstar Equinox. Luke Lillingston looks ahead to his Sea The Stars this afternoon and Charles Shanahan tells us what it's like consigning at this sale for the first time, 20 years on from when his father Paul last did it. Jane Mangan provides an update on what went on on day 2 and looks ahead to the weekend racing before we follow the Equinox filly through the ring and speak to her purchaser Anthony Stroud, who signed the docket on behalf of Godolphin. Kia Joorabchian pops in for a chat, having sold a million guinea lot yesterday and explains how they are balancing what horses Amo Racing breed, buy and sell.

Coming to you today from Day 2 of the Tattersalls Book 1 yearling sale and plenty of sales content coming your way but we start today with news from Australia as Nick catches up with David Hayes to get his thoughts on Ka Ying Rising's barrier trial yesterday which has a few asking questions. Back at Newmarket, Charlotte and Jane Mangan run through the headline acts from day 1 and we hear from Hamish McCalmont of Norelands Stud after they sold the record breaking Night of Thunder yesterday for 4.6 millions gns, Jeffrey Hobby shares his delight at his Sea The Stars selling to Cheveley Park, whilst purchasers Billy Jackson Stops and David Ingordo provide an update on how they're getting on as well as on some of the key horses they are already associated with. Alex Frost speakes to Nick about why he's stepping down as CEO of the Tote and we get the latest from Hong Kong with JA McGrath, whilst Nick has news of another new stallion heading to India.

Nick coming to you from day one of Tattersalls Book 1 as the first few lots go through the ring. Just as the action kicks off, Nick catches up with Anthony Rogers about how he feels ahead of one of the biggest weeks of the year and shares what he has in the sale. Fernando Laffon joins after purchasing Lot 1, a half to star stayer Scandinavia and then there's been fireworks already as Godolphin go to 1.8 million guineas for a Frankel colt and Anthony Stroud discusses why they were determined to come home with him before vendor Charlie Vigors share his joy at the price for a first foal. In this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock segment, Hamish McCalmont of Norelands reflects on producing yet another Group 1 winner at Longchamp over the weekend whilst also looking at their draft for this week. Fallout from the weekend continues as Timeform's Dan Barber assesses some of the key performers before Barry Irwin of Team Valor shares his delight at landing the Champagne Stakes with USS Valor and why this could be the best horse we've seen in these silks to date.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates - fresh from Paris - to reflect on all the action from Arc weekend, in the company of Nemone Routh, racing manager to Aga Khan Studs, owners of dual Arc hero Daryz. In addition to giving us the ‘How it was?’ and ‘What next?’, Nemone also outlines plans for some of the other stable stars, discusses the whip ban that might rule Mickael Barzalona out of British Champions’ Day, and reinforces the operation’s commitment to standing more stallions. Kieran Clark offers the Timeform view of Daryz’s performance. Also today, Nick catches up in Kentucky with Rebecca Menzies after Adonius’s famous victory at Keeneland, and gets Cieren Fallon’s thoughts on Lake Forest and much more. Jason Singh looks ahead to Tattersalls Book One, which begins tomorrow.

Arc weekend is here, and we're bringing you all the insight from this week on the Nick Luck Daily. . Francis Graffard runs through his Longchamp team, Colin Keane talks Kalpana's Arc chance and George Scott previews his five-strong raid. Tom Goff and James Doyle discuss supplementary entry Friendly Soul, Andreas Suborics eyes another German Arc upset, Karl Burke explains supplementing Miss Yechance for the Abbaye, and Rebecca Menzies takes Adonius to Keeneland chasing a Breeders' Cup spot.

Nick is joined today by Timeform's Dan Barber to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Continuing the Arc build-up, they react to the draw and Ryan Moore's surprise decision to ride Benvenuto Cellini, who has drawn the inside stall. They are joined by James Doyle, who was cruelly cost an Arc win by a wide draw on Sea of Class, but who has fared better this time aboard Friendly Soul. Also today, Karl Burke explains why he supplemented Miss Yechance for the Abbaye. In Kentucky, Nick catches up with Rebecca Menzies, whose Adonius runs at Keeneland this weekend to punch his Breeders' Cup ticket, while he also visits some of the new Coolmore stallions at its US Ashford base in the company of Charlie O'Connor. Plus, Nick and Dan react to the further jumps fixture switches announced today, and reflect on the new starting protocols, as well as the extension of the GBB Bonus scheme to geldings.

Nick brings you today's episode from Kentucky, where he is on NBC duty ahead of Fall Stars Weekend at Keeneland. The focus this morning, however, is largely on Sunday's Arc, a race given a deep dive today by Nick, Matt Chapman, and James Willoughby, plus a lengthy and important contribution from Francis Graffard on all this Paris Loncgchamp runners, and a word from Andreas Suborics, looking to provide another German turn-up in the race. Plus, JA McGrath with this week's bulletin from Hong Kong, while Nick, Matt and James discuss what to expect from incoming BHA Chair Simon Cox on his first day in the job.

Nick is joined today by the Mirror’s David Yates to look at the day’s racing headlines. With the Arc field now taking shape, they are joined by Colin Keane, who has high hopes of striking in the big race with Kalpana. He also rides the prolific Blue Bolt and Amusingly in Group One races and gives the lowdown on horses he’s unable to ride, Sunly and Purview. Also today, Tom Goff discusses the supplementary entry Friendly Soul, and George Scott on his powerful 5-strong team for Paris Longchamp. Plus, DRC Head of Racing Erwan Charpy looks forward to the new season in Dubai, while Oli is at Goffs talking to Anthony Stroud.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With new Gambling Minister Vicky Foxcroft giving a first meaningful glimpse into her thoughts at a Labour conference fringe event yesterday, Nick and Lee try to unpick some of the positions she appeared to take. They are joined by BHA communications and corporate affairs chief Greg Swift, whose efforts to ask questions on tax to the minister were thwarted. Also today, in the build up to the Arc, Hervé Naggar - agent to top riders PC Boudot and Christophe Soumillon - joins the show to discuss their rides in the big races, while Adrien Cugnasse has his say on the confusion surrounding this year’s Arc draw ceremony. Plus, Dan Barber on the most prolific pattern race juveniles of the last forty years in the wake of the success of Sun Goddess.

Charlotte in for Nick as he's busy raising money for the Alzheimer's Society and we'll check in with him to see how he's getting on walking 50km later in the show. Racing TV's Lydia Hislop is alongside Charlotte as they reflect on the racing on our screens over the weekend on both sides of the Irish Sea whilst Brian O'Riordan, who put together the syndicate that won the GOFFS Million on Saturday, is along to reflect on that success and what it meant to all the owners on the day and the celebrations that followed. Mark Bird gives his reaction to MP Neil Duncan-Jordan’s letter to Baroness Hayman calling for an end to greyhound racing in England.

The Saturday Edition - Ep 209 by Nick Luck

Nick is joined by Racing TV's Lydia Hislop, back in her usual Friday slot. They kick off with the BHA's Tom Byrne, who has news of significant changes to early-season jumps meetings because of quick ground after the summer drought, and trainers Donald McCain and Nick Alexander give their views on how the situation is being handled. Chepstow Racecourse executive director Luke Admans explains the changes they've had to make to their season opener in two weeks' time. Ahead of tomorrow's Middle Park at Newmarket, Michael O'Callaghan discusses the chances of the unbeaten Push The Boat Out before, Oisin Murphy and George Scott give a post-workout update on Arc hopeful Bay City Roller. Dan Barber is the latest to pay tribute to the great Hurricane Fly, viewed through the Timeform lens, and Jason Singh looks ahead to the Newmarket yearling sales and the Tattersalls sponsored races this weekend.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With National Stakes winner Folsom Blues out of this weekend’s Middle Park, Al Shiraa’s Kieran Lalor tells Nick the plan for the exciting colt. Also today, Saffie Osborne shares her delight at being one of four jockeys set to bolster the Hong Kong riding ranks this winter. Plus, Neil Channing has his say on the war of words between Paddy Power founder Stewart Kenny and Betfred boss Fred Done, while renowned broadcaster and The Verdict host Michael Felgate analyses the impact of Racing NSW boss Peter v’Landys, who stood down yesterday. Ex Jockey Club CEO-turned MD at Hampshire CCC Nevin Truesdale drops in with details of a 50km charity walk for Alzheimers at Lord’s on Monday, while - at Tatts Ireland - Eva O’Neill chats to Caiomhe Doherty, whose Fornaghts Stud consigned yesterday’s top lot.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad for a canter through today’s racing news. They are joined first by George Boughey, who talks about his Cheveley Park hopeful Libertango and Melbourne Cup fancy Hopewell Rock.. he also has a review of his first taste of the brand new Belmont Park. Also today, Ruby Walsh pays tribute to Hurricane Fly, Calvin McEvoy has the latest on defending Melbourne Cup champion Half Yours, Fernando Laffon welcomes Hotazhell to Haras d’Etreham, Eric McNamara looks ahead to hosting trio in the Kerry National at Listowel, and agent Alex Elliott casts an eye over the Goffs Million.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to look at today’s racing headlines from across the globe. They are joined first today by trainer John Gosden, who takes Nick down memory lane through his peerless record in the Cambridgeshire, this weekend’s signature handicap, in which he is again well represented. Gosden also has a positive bulletin on stable star Ombudsman, who could yet take in the Champion Stakes. Also today, Dale Gibson remembers popular former jockey and ‘Cock o’The North’ John Lowe, who died today aged 75. Plus, Clive Cox on Orthodox’s bid to give the trainer a third Middle Park Stakes, Dan Barber on Timeform’s top rated Sheikh Ahmed horses plus the season’s biggest improvers, and - from Australia - Craig Williams joins the show to discuss his Melbourne Cup ride on James J Braddock and his current star Sir Delius.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan for a look at today’s racing headlines. Simon Crisford is along to talk about the life and racing legacy of Sheikh Ahmed al Maktoum, who died this morning. Nick and Jane reflect on some of the owner’s highlights on the track and consider the future for the yellow and black silks. Also today, owner Evan Sutherland on adding another Ayr Gold Cup with Pellitory to his remarkable record, Christian Williams reminisces about one of his most bizarre episodes in the saddle In an echo of a similar incident at Listowel over the weekend, while Listowel supremo Pat Healy shares the delights of the ongoing Harvest Festival.

In this week' s Saturday Edition we kick off by hearing from last year's Ayr Gold Cup winning connections, Phil Cunningham and Richard Spencer, on where they can go back-to-back and who they view as their best chance from the four they've declared. William Haggas, trainer of the favourite, shares why he believes conditions of the race will suit his charge and why maybe we haven't seen the best of him yet, whilst he also comments on where we're likely to see some of his stable stars this Spring. Finally, down at Doncaster Arapaho Gold aims to make it 5 from 5 in the Mill Reef and his trainer Michael Dodds provides an update on how he's been getting on since York.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght to look at all the stories dominating the racing headlined across the world. They begin today with Chepstow Executive Director Luke Admans, seeking to reassure connections and patrons ahead of the jumps season after the summer drought. Also today, James Willoughby charts the storied past of Belmont Park, which reopens today and features the return of Forever Young. Plus, Jane Mangan on the disqualification of Luke Comer, Charlie Fellowes on the Newmarket Open Weekend, Tegbir Brar on the acquisition of Sosie for Indian breeders, Michael Dods on Arapaho Gold, and British Racing School CEO Andrew Braithwaite on continuing Maths and English education supported by Weatherbys Bank.

Charlotte Greenway standing in for Nick today and joined by the Racing Post’s Lee Mottershead. They begin by reacting to the report from the House of Lords liaison committee and its recommendations around gambling advertising, which looks to be yet another blow for the gambling industry and in turn racing. Lee also covers Entain boss Stella David’s letter to the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, warning him of the real consequences of tax hikes on betting companies in the next budget. We take a quick look at the weights for the Melbourne Cup and Lee pinpoints one he thinks could still be going there under the radar and ahead of this weekend‘s racing at Ayr, Matt Chapman is speaking to Phil Cunningham and Richard Spencer, who won feature race last year. John Hunt shares the details of his charity fundraising walk that is set to span over nine days and something he’ll be doing alongside his daughter Amy in aid of the Hunt Family Fund. Finally Jamie Insole looks ahead to the latest chapter in his training career, as it was announced he signed a lease on a yard in Lambourn.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to take a look at the racing headlines from around the world. They begin today with a look ahead to the Ayr Gold Cup and more in the company of trainer William Haggas. Also today, our Japanese correspondent Naohiro Goda shares his thoughts on the comeback run of Forever Young at the reopened Belmont Park this weekend, as well as the two remaining Japanese Arc hopefuls. Plus, JA McGrath with the latest from Hong Kong, Sir Mark Prescott speaking at the Countryside event in Westminster earlier in the week, and Kyle Zorn from Legion tells the story of Take Charge Star en route to a Breeders’ Cup tilt.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to bring you news and views from around the racing world. They begin today with Patrick Veitch, who gives notice of some important plans for stars Venetian Sun (off to the sales) and Lake Forest (dual Keeneland bid in the offing). Also today, author and TV betting guru Rob Furber on whether Saffie Osborne can win BBC SPOTY, and Roly Owers - CEO of World Horse Welfare has his say on what racing can and should do about Tripadvisor’s decision not to recommend the sport as part of its animal welfare policy. Plus, owner-breeder Phoebe Hobby shares her delight at winning the Racehorse to Eventer class at Cornbury Horse Trials, while Billy Nash has the Timeform view on Irish Champions’ Weekend, and Paul Ferguson previews his latest “Jumpers to Follow” book, out now with Weatherbys plus a special discount for NLD listeners.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to reflect on an absorbing and history making weekend in the sport, which saw Saffie Osborne become the first woman to ride a British Classic winner. Nick catches up with the trainer of Highwayman Joseph O'Brien, who gives his own thoughts on performance of horse and rider, plus his Champions' Weekend haul and that of his family. Also today, Nick talks to Countryside Alliance CEO Tim Bonner about today's Westminster event which seeks to underline the importance of countryside interests to parliamentarians. Meanwhile, at Doncaster on Saturday, he caught up with MP and minister Sally Jameson about the importance of racing to the town and the symbiosis between the racing and betting industries. Plus, trainer Katie Scott revels in a first victory for star filly Naana's Shadow at Group level, while Tony Lacy has the latest ahead of the opening day of Keeneland sales, and Adam Mills tells us how the Leger was won and lost on the striding data.

In this week's Saturday Edition Charlotte Greenway previews a cracking weekend of racing over the next two days from Irish Champions Weekend and Doncaster. Kicking off in Ireland with the big one, the Irish Champion Stakes, Barry Mahon of Juddmonte looks at whether Item can follow up from his success at York while Ed Walker shares whether he thinks Almaqam can reverse the placings. George Scott also discusses supplementing Wimbledon Hawkeye for the race before Karl Burke provides an update on Fallen Angel, who is looking to go back to back in the Gr.1 Matron Stakes earlier on the card. Onto Doncaster where Saffie Osborne is looking to become the first female jockey to win a British classic and she shares her delight at getting the call up for a Joseph O'Brien runner and weighs up her chances. Finally, Oliver Cole share his excitement at taking on the Irish big guns in the National Stakes with Dr Rascal.

Nick joined this morning by Rishi Persad as they continue to preview a quality two days of racing this weekend from Leopardstown, Doncaster and The Curragh. Ahead of the Matron Stakes in Ireland tomorrow, with Rishi keen on Fallen Angel’s chance at the prices, Nick catches up with Karl Burke to see what sort of form she’s in and whether she’s up to winning this again. Handicapper Dominic Gardiner Hill shares why he’s awarded Ka Ying Rising a mark of 135, and what he’s got to do to climb higher before Adrien Cugnasse brings us up to date on the news from France after France Galop yesterday produced a long list of recommendations following the task force operation they put together to reform French racing and finally Jane McGivern looks ahead to the Racehorse to Eventer Challenge Cup at Cornbury Horse Trials this weekend.

Nick brings you the podcast today from the Goffs’s Yorton Sale, ahead of the first lot going through the ring at 1pm. ITV’s Matt Chapman is alongside throughout and looks ahead to the action in Britain and Ireland this weekend. Ahead of the 250th running of the Betfred St Leger, Nick catches up with Saffie Osborne, who has secured the ride aboard Joseph O’Brien’s Highwayman and Ollie Cole share why he has opted to head to Irish Champions Weekend with Richmond winner Dr Rascal, for the Group 1 National Stakes. At the sale Nick speaks to Goffs CEO Henry Beeby about the impressive stats from this unique sale and French trainer Gabriel Leenders shares his thoughts on the catalogue as well as his plans for targeting the Cheltenham November meeting for a couple of his string.

Nick is joined today by RTE and Racing TV presenter Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With news that Emmet Mullins is set to take the reins at Coolcullen - the training establishment made famous by Jim Bolger - they talk to the trainer about the scale of his ambition. Also on today's show, George Scott on his big guns and his squad for the Middle East this winter. Plus, Barry Mahon on Item and much more ahead of Irish Champions' Weekend, David Futter previews the Goffs Yorton Sale, and JA McGrath returns for the new season in Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to spin through today’s racing headlines. First today, they are joined by Ed Walker, eagerly anticipating this Weeknd’s Irish Champion Stakes with Almaqam. Also today, Richard Hannon reflects on a huge payday at Kentucky Downs with the popular Haatem, while NZ correspondent Michael Guerin assesses the merits of star NZ filly Well Written, while analysis of Ka Ying Rising continues courtesy of James Willoughby. Timeform’s Dan Barber runs the rule over the Arc Trials and Almeraq, while Brant Dunshea officially launches the Godolphin TIEA awards, and Jack Mitchell shares his joy at a first Group One success. Franziska Altewille-Jacobs is this week’s Weatherbsy guest.

Nick is joined by David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world after a busy international weekend. Ka Ying Rising’s raising of his own insanely high bar gets plenty of play today, with trainer David Hayes, and rider Zac Purton both reflecting on his record-breaking efforts on Sunday. Timeform’s Dan Barber offers the organisation’s perspective. Also today, Francis Graffard reflects on another profitable day at Paris Lonchamp, which has yielded three Arc contenders for the stable, while Luke Morris delights in providing Sir Mark Prescott with his first North American winner.

Charlotte Greenway brings you the Saturday Edition this weekend, kicking off with an interview from this afternoon with Tom Marquand ahead of his strong book of rides at Haydock tomorrow, including favourite in the Sprint Cup Almeraq. We take a look at Haydock, Kempton, Longchamp and Baden Baden with contributions from Clive Cox, Tom Marquand, Owen Burrows, Nicky Henderson, Owen Burrows, Aidan O'Brien, George Scott and Marco Botti.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick today and joined by the mirror’s David Yates to look ahead to the action this weekend and bring you all the latest news. Trainer Clive Cox weighs up whether or not to run Coppull in Saturday’s Betfair Sprint Cup at Haydock and clerk of the course Dan Cooper provides an update on the ground. Dave and Charlotte look ahead to a cracking card at Longchamp on Sunday before Paul McCartan of Ballyphillip Stud reflects on a record breaking success at the Somerville Yearling sale in Newmarket this week. Rachael Jones of charity JETS has news of new funding and Nick is out and about finding out more about the St Leger trophy.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post’s Lee Mottershead to look ahead to the action this weekend as declarations filter through for the Group 1 Betfair Sprint Cup at Haydock on Saturday. We hear from Tom Fanshawe on the chances of Kind of Blue, who’s been second in the last two runnings, whilst Tom also discusses his own ambitions as a trainer, after it was announced he’d be joining his father, James, on the license from next year. George Scott shares why they’ve opted to head to France with Bay City Roller to take on Daryz rather than a potentially easier opportunity at Kempton on Saturday. Lee runs through that Kempton field, which will give Constitution Hill plenty to think about and finally Jonathan Burke looks ahead to a new partnership this jumps season between him and Noel Fehily Racing.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They open the show by recognising the life of Galloping des Champs, cruelly cut short just days after his retirement. Also today, HKJC Head of Racing Product, Greg Carpenter, joins the show to acknowledge the career of the remarkable Romantic Warrior, who was retired this morning. Our feature interview today is a lengthy and lively encounter with Martin Cruddace - CEO of ARC - at an event in Westminster to celebrate 250 years of the St Leger. Cruddace comes out fighting on the subject of proposed tax increases that threaten betting shops. Plus, Owen Burrows on the returns of Gethin and Raaheeb in coming days, and Cherie de Vaux on another outstanding weekend at Saratoga with Englishman and gallant Travers third Golden Tempo.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to take a look at the headlines from around the racing world. First today, Nicky Henderson talks to Nick about Constitution Hill's entry for the Melbourne Cup, as announced this morning, and what it will require at Kempton this weekend to make that dream a reality. Also today, Marco Botti looks forward to the Grosser Preis von Baden with stable star Giavellotto, while Nick and Rishi give their key takeaways from yesterday's interview with Aidan O'Brien. Meanwhile, Ed Bethell issues a positive bulletin on Paborus ahead of the Haydock Park Sprint Cup, Dan Barber ties together all the strands through the Timeform perspective, and Hetty Spencer (Spencer Sales) is this week's Weatherbys guest ahead of the BBAG Yearling Sale.

Nick introduces today's show, with Charlotte Greenway and Jane Mangan bringing you coverage from this morning at Ballydoyle, featuring an extended and hugely informative interview with Aidan O'Brien, as he runs through key targets for his 2026 stars, and gives an appraisal of the season so far. Charlotte and Jane also recap the weekend's racing, while Nick talks to Wathnan USA's Case Clay about what's next for Travers winner Leading Change, and TPD's Adam Mills gives us the data lowdown.

Charlotte Greenway brings you the Saturday Edition, this week kicking off with an interview with Audrey Turley, owner of recently retired dual Gold Cup winner Galopin Des Champs, where she discusses why this horse has meant so much to her family. Then,ahead of the action in Britain this weekend, we hear from trainers Roger Varian, William Muir, Eve Johnson Houghton & Jamie Osborne.

Nick is joined by David Yates to look through today's racing headlines. First today, he catches up with Willie Mullins, who gives a fascinating insight into what made dual Cheltenham Gold Cup winner the racehorse that he was on the news of his retirement. Also set for a new career is Group One winner Estrange, whose trainer David O'Meara joins the show. Roger Varian gives us the lowdown on Solario Stakes hotpot Rock Montreal, while Jack Dace looks forward to a return to action this weekend after his horror fall at Brighton in the summer. In the US, Nick catches up with NYRA's Matthew DeSantis to looks ahead to the Travers at Saratoga, while Charlotte gets the latest on a broodmare with a serious pedigree update in the latest Fasig Tipton catalogue with George Connolly.

Nick is joined today by Cornelius Lysaght for a look though the racing headlines. First today, BHA Racing Director Richard Wayman joins the show to explain the 2027 fixture list, largely unchanged despite widespread calls for a cut. Wayman also discusses the challenges faced by jumps tracks because of the drought. Also today, Jamie Osborne on what to expect from his new recruit White Birch at Windsor on Saturday, William Muir waxes typically lyrical about his star two year old Breacher, while jump jockey Tom Bellamy gives us an update on injuries sustained in a crushing fall at Worcester on Sunday. Plus, Oli catches up with Michael Owen and Hugo Palmer at Goffs UK.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin today with an update on the wellbeing of Irish Champion Dylan Browne McMonagle, hospitalised after a horror fall at Bellewstown yesterday. IHRB CMO Jennifer Pugh has news. Also today, Nick and Lee comment on the latest proposals for tax hikes on the betting industry from ex-PM Gordon Brown on Radio 4's Today program. Plus, James Willoughby joins with his take on some of the surprise highlights from York, in particular featuring Strensall winner Archivist, whose owners' manager Richard Brown joins the show to confirm a bid for the Breeders' Cup Mile. Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse pays tribute to the retiring Jean Claude Rouget, while Nemone Routh runs us through plans for Daryz, Calandagan and the Aga Khan Studs likely Breeders' Cup squad, and Oli Bell celebrates at Goffs with vendor Oliver McMurray, whose homebred by Blue Point topped yesterday's sale.

A Special edition of the podcast, in association with Weatherbys, as Nick talks at some length to Hill n' Dale President John Sikura about his own background, breeding and racing thoroughbreds, standing some of the world's best stallions, the future of the sport, and his own philosophy on business and life. A must listen.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First today, all conquering Joseph O'Brien spins Nick through his likely team for Australia this autumn/spring, with perhaps a dozen horses to ship and many of those with legitimate Melbourne Cup aspirations as things stand. Also today, a sparkling Jim Bolger on Sparan Nua's run at York, plus a report on last night's Hurling for Cancer Fundraiser. Nick catches up with Eve Johnson Houghton, who explains why Zavateri is wheeling round quickly again at Goodwood this weekend, while Michael Dods picks through his options for gelded Gimcrack hero Arapaho Gold. Kieran Clark has the Timeform perspective, while Kennet Valley's Sam Hoskins talks Night in Vegas and Calendar Girl.

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror Newsboy David Yates to canter around the racing headlines from across the globe. They begin at home by breaking the news that Bet365 founder Denise Coates, amongst the UK's wealthiest, has become a racehorse owner with Dan Skelton. The trainer himself confirms the news and tells us about their partnership and Denise's purchase. Also on today's show, a comprehensive review of a huge International weekend. We hear from Ed Crisford on Morny heroine Señorita Bonita, from Australian Bloodstock's Jamie Lovett on Melbourne Cup hopeful Defiantly, and we check in with Matt Bernier on what exactly was achieved by Knightsbridge in his Pacific Classic romp. Plus, rounding up the rest of the top level action from Deauville and York, and Wesley Ward with a glorious reflection on Bacio's Nunthorpe.

Nick joined in the paddock ahead of the final day or York's Ebor meeting by Timeform's Dan Barber. Ger Lyons is on FaceTime to look ahead to his three on the Knavesmire this afternoon, where he hopes two should certainly be in the shake-up. With Zavateri bidding for Group 1 glory in the City of York Stakes, owner Mick Mariscotti shares their hopes for him this afternoon, as he'll be watching on from the Scottish Highlands. ITV's Oli Bell has a quick word ahead of their live Opening Show and Matt Chapman bombards us with to prove he's been out of the loop in terms of the NLD this week! York's James Brennan closes out the show for us from there this morning before we hear from Peter Fornatale in the US about a worry case of confidential veterinary records being leaked and used by punters.

Coming to you on Day 3 of York’s Ebor Festival from the paddock as Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to reflect first on the action from day 2 where once again Andrew Balding was in the limelight as Kalpana shone in the Yorkshire Oaks for Juddmonte. On the back of two smart performances from two year old fillies yesterday, Lydia chooses between Libertango and Sun Goddess for the Cheveley Park later this season as she looks at what they achieved yesterday. Ahead of the Group 1 City of Troy Nunthorpe Stake this afternoon we hear from Johnny Portman, who hopes Rumstar can finally bag his Group 1 and Caitlin Ward discusses whether she thinks Bacio, whom she bought and is trained by her father in law Wesley, will handle the softer conditions and show the same form he did at Ascot where he blew everybody away. Lauren Mahan and Maiti Stirling from York pop along, we have our daily updates from Timeform and Worldpool and we head off for a nice glass of rose to end the show with Neil Phillips.

Nick joined on the Knavesmire this morning by Jane Mangan to first reflect on the action from day 1 including Item causing a slight upset in the Juddmonte International and on that, racing manager Barry Mahon joins the show to share what it meant to him and the family and also looks ahead to Kalpana this afternoon in the Yorkshire Oaks. TPD's Adam Mills shares looks at what the figures tells us about how the Juddmonte was run and Lewis Tomlinson of Timeform reflects on that race as well as Maltese Cross's victory in the Voltigeur. Jane makes the case for why the latter must surely now head to France for the Arc over the St Leger and Amy Murphy is also along as she looks forward to Tokaido in the Harry's Half Million today. Finally, as we like to do at these major festivals, we're wine tasting with Neil Phillips and testing out the offering in the Paddock Pavilion restaurant with Steve Cooper.

Nick Luck joined on course by David Yates ahead of the Ebor Festival at York Racecourse this morning ahead of a cracking day of racing and they begin by previewing this afternoon’s Juddmonte International, with the help of Timeform’s Kieran Clarke. Then Sam Haggas is along to share why he thinks Maltese Cross could turn around the form with Derby winner Christmas Day in the Voltigeur. Trainers Tom Clover and Hugo Palmer look ahead to their best chances on the Knavesmire this week, with appearances via FaceTime and finally the Tote’s Alex Frost looks forward to the next four days from a World Pool perspective.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad for a canter through today's racing headlines. At York, on the eve of the famous Ebor Festival, they hear from clerk Anthea Leigh about the rainfall and likely conditions of the track ahead of the week's feature race, the Juddmonte International. Timeform's Dan Barber tees up the Ombudsman-Constitution River clash through the ratings organisation's lens, while Almaqam's rider Kieran Shoemark welcomes the rain while previewing an excellent book of Group Race rides this week. We also hear from trainers Paddy Twomey - who still has a strong squad despite the enforced absence of Moody in the Yorkshire Oaks - and James Owen, who has high hopes of City of York representative Rogue Diplomat.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer, Lee Mottershead, to look at today’s racing headline. First today TBA chair Philip Newton explores whether a private equity initiative could be back on the table for racing with the rehabilitation of Project Pace. Also today, fresh from success with Wimbledon Hawkeye at Deauville, George Scott look ahead to more potential riches at York’s Ebor Festival and has an update on Arc bound Bay City Roller. Meanwhile Michael Dodds shares his excitement at one of the most talented two-year-olds he’s trained, currently favourite for the Gimcrack Stakes at York. Plus Nick and Lee provide a comprehensive review of the action from Deauville over the weekend, look ahead to the Juddmonte International, canvas TPD’a Adam Mills’s view on Survie’s win in the Grade 1 Christophe Clement Stakes at Saratoga on Saturday night, while Bernard Condren, GOFFS & Arqana auctioneer, gives us the low down on another spelling binding session from the Arqana Yearling Sale on Sunday.

The Saturday Edition - Ep 204 by Nick Luck

Nick is joined by ITV and Sky broadcaster Matt Chapman to canter through today's racing news. First today, William Haggas gives us a comprehensive rundown on his big profile runners in coming days at Deauville, Newbury and York, with a notable warning over the participation of leading Ebor fancy Klassleader. Also on today's show, Ciaran Maher on the acquisition of Point of Law, now set for the Caulfield Cup and beyond. Plus, with an astonishingly successful Fasig Tipton Saratoga sale in the rearview, Nick catches up not only with Fasig `President Boyd Browning, but also Hunter Rankin, who with the Boersma family, steered their ownership entity The Flying Dutchmen to over $21m dollars of bloodstock out of the sale. Meanwhile, Nick and Matt get in to the weeds of this week's political issues.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Cornelius Lysaght for a look at the racing headlines around the world. With Vicky Foxcroft MP set to take control of the gambling brief in the UK, Nick talks to her shadow Louie French MP, and asks him what we can except from this new appointment, and what he makes of the Prime Minister's early pronouncements on the betting industry. Also today, Andrew Black, Betfair founder and owner-breeder, looks forward to what could be a famous double on the Knavesmire next week with two homebred fillies, including Tattycoram in the Yorkshire Oaks. Aga Khan Studs' Nemone Routh looks forward to a busy few days, with Rayif and more at Deauville and a very exciting addition to the Juddmonte International in Zaydann. Plus, with the heatwave intensifying once again, we talk to Windsor Clerk Charlie Rees about the challenges presented.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell to discuss the latest from around the racing world. This episode begins with a lengthy contribution from George Boughey, outlining the nature of the injury sustained by Bow Echo that led to his retirement, as well as a wider appreciation of the horse's career, supported by Timeform's Dan Barber. Also today, betting industry veteran Vaughan Lewis offers a detailed rejoinder to Prime Minister Andy Burnham's disparaging remarks about betting shops, while Juddmonte's Barry Mahon brings news of a typically powerful team for next week's York Ebor Festival, and has an update on long-absent one-time Classic fancy Publish.

Nick is back and joined for today's episode by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead. In collaboration with Josh Stacey, the podcast brings you news that Amo racing have their first jumper in training with Max Comley and could be set to expand further into the sphere. Kia Joorabchian tells Nick how this came about and his plans for a few more besides, whilst Josh catches up with a delighted Comley. Also on today's show, NTA Executuve Director Pat Cummings talks us through the anatomy of an extraordinary betting coup that unfolded in America over the last two days, while Ace Stud's Paul Curran explains the proliferation of Aussie-bred two year olds now appearing in Europe for their burgeoning operation, Haras de Perelle's William Rimaud is our Weatherbys guest, and Henry Beeby introduces the brand new Chiquita session.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick to kick off the week and is joined by RTE’s Jane Mangan to reflect on a busy weekend of top class racing around the world. They kick off with Sovereignty’s bounce back to form in Saturday’s Grade 1 Whitney Stakes and we hear from his jockey Junior Alvarado who shares some interesting instructions he received pre-race from trainer Bill Mott and Total Performance Data’s Adam Mills looks at the numbers. Hugo Palmer, who was also successful at the highest level out in Saratoga discusses what might be next for Glacius and why we’re unlikely to see much of him in Europe. Charlotte and Jane recap on the Group 1 action from Germany, France & Ireland as breeder of the Phoenix Stakes, John Tuthill, joins the show to share his delight and finally a quick discussion on why this year’s Shergar Cup at Ascot was just what is should be.

The Saturday Edition - Ep 203 by Nick Luck

Charlotte in for Nick this Friday and joined by Lydia Hislop as they begin by looking back on Sandown’s card last night, before looking ahead to the action in Britain over the next couple of days. Lydia also offers her thoughts on the rise of interference cases and careless riding. With the annual Shergar Cup taking place at Ascot tomorrow, we hear from Melbourne Cup winning jockey Jamie Melham as she prepares to take part in the competition for a second time and James Willoughby shares how the horses are allocated to each jockey across the card. Katie Carr, Head of Sustainability at the BHA, shares what racing is doing in response to growing concerns around climate change to protect itself for the future.

Charlotte in for Nick today and joined by RTE’s Jane Mangan. They begin by discussing the movement of the Preakness stakes, the second leg of the American Triple Crown, in response to the creation of the three-year-old Championship Series in the US and whether this means the Triple Crown as we know it has come to an end. Ahead of a couple of Group Ones in Europe this weekend, we hear from Michael O’Callaghan who runs Celeron in the Phoenix Stakes at the Curragh and Johnny Murtagh, who has Take Charge Star in the Prix Maurice de Gheest at Deauville on Sunday. Emmet Mullins has an update on Cox Plate entrant Zia Zabel and looks at where we could see him make his first start for the stable. Finally, Andrew Braithwaite of the British Racing School discusses how trainers can benefit from the current apprenticeship schemes.

Tom in for Nick and joined by Newsboy of the Daily Mirror David Yates. David and Tom discuss the reduction in ban for Rossa Ryan from 28 days to 10 based on a clause in the rules which uses the phrase 'could have'. Dave affirms his frustrations at this and argues there should be less flexibility in the rulings for a legal team to exploit. Former rider George Baker also joins the chat to explain work this year ahead of the Shergar Cup to hopefully ensure fewer bans for international riders due to whip misuse. US Racing Analyst Michelle Yu is with us to talk about highly decorated rider Robby Albarado who passed away yesterday at the age of 52. Qatar Racing's David Redvers is along to discuss the change in British Champions Day sponsorship from QIPCIO to Qatar Racing. And Devin Heffer of Hollywood Racing joins from South Africa to talk of Umoyawokubambelela's winning debut and incredible story to date

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster and journalist Rishi Persad. Rishi reflects on yesterday’s news that the Jockey Club are to resign from the RCA at the end of the year and we ask where this leave the RCA and its current members. Wetherby Chief Executive Jonjo Sanderson joins the debate to give his view and argues that the Association has been un fairly branded a blocker of change in recent times. With news that NYRA and Churchill Downs Inc are to launch a new 6 race, 5 month 3yo Thoroughbred Championship Series, we are joined by US racing expert James Willoughby. We assess where this leaves the Preakness, not included in the series, before James looks ahead to this weekend’s Whitney Stakes. We are joined by Tattersalls managing director Matt Prior with the October Book 1 Yearling catalogue being released today. We get the Timeform perspective from David Johnson and go around the bloodstock world with Weatherbys and to Charlie Rosier who, with his mother Julia, owned and bred last week's Vintage Stakes winner Dr Rascal.

Josh in for Nick on Monday morning with the Racing Post’s Lee Mottershead providing insight. Reaction to major breaking news that The Jockey Club will join Ascot in leaving the Racecourse Association (RCA) at the end of 2026. Jockey Club CEO, Jim Mullen, explains the decision and plans moving forward. Joseph O’Brien talks through his winners at the Qatar Goodwood Festival and future plans for his stable stars moving into the second half of the season. Jim Goldie outlines plans for American Affair following his success in the Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes on Friday. All of that before international reflections and data analysis from TPD’s Adam Mills.

Out on track for the final day of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, Nick is joined by Charlotte Greenway to look back on the action from day four and previewing what we have to look forward to this afternoon. Clerk of the course Ed Arkell provides an update on the going and James Willoughby shares his views on how the track has stood up this week and why watering well ahead of time is crucial. Lydia Hislop is along to share her views on the week as a whole and the many highlights we’ve enjoyed so far before Hugo Palmer looks at his two in this afternoon’s Stewards’ Cup.

Day 4 of the Qatar Goodwood Festival with The Daily Mirror's David Yates and his handmade cravat. Henry Dwyer speaks about Asfoora ahead of her potential last run in the King George Stakes today - he takes us through the highlights of her career. Henri Bozo, breeder of Diamond Necklace, FaceTimes in to speak about her and her dam Prudenzia. Spicy Marg’s owner Emma Banks also speaks to Nick before her run today also in the King George Stakes after she was narrowly beaten in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot.

Day 3 of The Qatar Goodwood Festival and Rishi Persad joins Nick on the pod as they look ahead to today’s Nassau Stakes and take a look back at Bow Echo’s stellar performance in the Sussex Stakes yesterday with George Boughey coming in live on Facetime to give his take on the race and where Bow Echo is going to be headed next. Louis Thomlinson also reviews the Sussex Stakes from a Timeform point of view. Wathnan’s Richard Brown is also streamed in after their team had two winners yesterday with Wild Blossom and Flora of Bermuda and speak about future plans for their two fillies for the remainder of the season. Jane Mangan also joins us for a Galway update after King Alexander won the Galway Plate yesterday evening.

Day 2 at The Qatar Goodwood Festival and alongside Nick is the Racing Post’s Lee Mottershead as they look ahead to this afternoon’s Sussex Stakes and are joined by trainer of runner Zavateri, Eve Johnson Houghton and David Johnson gives his predictions from a Timeform perspective. Phil Cunningham is on to take a look back at yesterday’s Rebel Racing win courtesy of Twilight Calls. Lee and Nick analyse the eventful Goodwood Cup and Scandanavia’s success. We hear from Group Chief Executive Henry Beeby of Goffs on the release of the Orby Yearlings Sale catalouge and we get the Wetherbys segment with Jonathan Bloch and Nancy Hossack who owned the first two home in this years Hollywood Bets Durban July in South Africa.

It is Day 1 of The Qatar Goodwood Festival and Nick is joined by The Daily Mail’s David Yates this morning on track. The pair are joined by Goodwood Estates’ CEO Adam Waterworth to discuss ground conditions and the overall upcoming week here at Goodwood. The facetime’s are back and Cieren Fallon is the first port of call as he looks ahead to his ride aboard Lake Forest who is set to run in the Lennox Stakes today and the Sussex Stakes tomorrow. Oliver Cole, trainer of Dr Rascal, joins us to preview his colt in the Vintage Stakes. Timeform also has an update from Kieran Clark on The Goodwood Cup and the chances of a dual victory for Scandinavia.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan for a canter through today's racing news. They begin with a look back at the weekend's King George, with Adam Mills (TPD) along to give his analysis of Kalpana's victory. Ascot treble-winning rider Saffie Osborne joins the show, looking ahead to her Goodwood rides, as does trainer Jessica Harrington, fresh from Group One success in Germany with Hotazhell. Sumbe's Tony Fry looks forward to supplementary entry Botagoz in Thursday's Nassau Stakes, while Nick and Jane pick apart round two between Trawlerman and Scandinavia. Continuing our discussion on management of syndicates, Dan Abraham of the Racehorse Syndicates Association has his say and offers a rejoinder to some of Tony Elliott's comments on Friday. Plus, Nick and Jane bid farewell to outgoing Epsom GM Jim Allen.

Eva O'Neill on the Saturday edition of the Nick Luck Daily podcast this morning previewing this weekend's racing with the King George at Ascot - she caught up with connections of some of the runners. She also caught up with connections of Goodwood hopefuls for next week, including George Boughey and Eve Johnson Houghton and she also paid a visit to Dan Horsford, new trainer at Sharpridge Farm.

Josh in for Nick on Friday morning with The Daily Mirror’s Dave Yates providing insight. First up, The Rogue Gallery Syndicate founder Tony Elliott speaks on the recent allegations against Ryan Tongue and the Deva Racing Syndicate. James Owen talks through recent success and his team for both Ascot on Saturday and Goodwood next week. Eva O’Neill catches up with Paul Cashman from Rathbarry, Charlotte speak to Tom Goff ahead of the Fasig Tipton July Digital Sale, Jack Ready talks us through the World Pool perspective on the King George VI Stakes and they’re reflections on Ryan Rossa’s 28-day bay and the constant rumblings in the media about David Egan relationship with Amo Racing.

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.

Tom in for Nick and joined by broadcaster and journalist Jane Mangan. We reflect on the news that former brewing boss Simon Cox, having been an active member in a number of British racing's many stakeholder groups, has been appointed new independent non-executive Chair of the BHA. Tom and Jane then discuss the current AMO / David Egan situation in response to yesterday's podcast. Eva O'Neill has been busy and talks to Alan King who announced at last night's TBA National Hunt Breeders' awards that Edwardstone was to retire and we also hear from Overbury boss Simon Sweeting who won the NH breeders award at the event. We hear from Toby Lawes and from Eva with George Boughey ahead of Bow Echo's Sussex Stakes run next week. Tom and Jane give their views on a stellar looking renewal of the King George and Jane suggests prize money is the reason for such an International field. We give our views on the Jamie Insole and Dr Richard Newland split and also hear from Andrea Ryan, the CEO of Treo Eile, about a new collabortaion with Tattersalls.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick again this morning and joined by the mirrors David Yates. They begin with the rumours doing the rounds this morning that Kia Joorabchian and his number one jockey David Egan have parted ways and what this might mean for the Amo Racing operation. We bring you an update from Beverley’s chief executive Sally Iggulden before looking head to the racing this weekend as we hear from Naohiro Goda on the Japanese runners in Saturday’s King George as well as Andrew Balding, who’s hoping Kalpana can go one better than she did last year. He also has an update on Dante winner item, who returns to York this weekend. Billy Nash of Timeform has our weekly update and reflects Johanna Walsh’s performance in Saturdays Irish Oaks, as well as a two year-old to note for later this year and next.

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.

Eva O’Neill is back for the Saturday edition of the NLD Podcast. Today we hear a round up of the week from Joseph O’Brien, Cathy O’Meara and Jim Bolger along with two up and coming lady riders who both got off the mark with their first winners on the track in Ireland this week - Aine Connolly and Kaitlyn Ryan.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to look at today's racing news from around the globe. Legendary trainer Jim Bolger takes top billing today ahead of Sparan Nua's bid to win him another Irish Oaks. He talks at length about her development and also about his own plans for the future, which involve relocating away from his storied base of many years at Coolcullen. Also on today's show, trainer Richard Spencer on his strong hand in the Weatherbys Super Sprint at Newbury, and US handler Whit Beckman on Ocelli, the richest maiden in training who bids to break his duck in this weekend's Haskell at Monmouth Park. Plus, Kenny McPeek on his successes in the see ring at Fasig Tipton, whose President Boyd Browning joins the show to reflect on this week's July Sale.

Nick is joined by Matt Chapman for Thursday's edition of the popular racing podcast. First today, they hear from the BHA's Head of Raceday Officials, Cathy O'Meara, as the Authority tries to get to grips with the unsatisfactory starts at the Cheltenham Festival. Also today, jockey Jim Crowley tells Nick that he has had further surgery as he aims for a return to the saddle after a lengthy spell on the sidelines. Declan McDonagh looks to Sparan Nua to give him a first Classic success this weekend, while - in New Jersey - Nick catches up with Chad Summers, whose Preakness winner Napoleon Solo is the headline act in this weekend's Haskell at Monmouth Park.

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.

Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined initially by Peter Savill whose application to become BHA chair has been unsuccessful. Peter talks through his dissatisfaction with the process and what he thinks the BHA may be looking for in the next chair. Jane Mangan gives her views before we move on to this week's racing highlights including this evening's Cygames Grand Prix de Paris and the weekend's Juddmonte Irish Oaks. Timeform's David Johnson looks ahead top tonight's feature as well as casting an eye over the weekend. The co-chair of the Longines World's Best Racehorse Committee joins us to reflect on Ombudsman and Ka Ying Rising sharing top spot and Patrick Veitch is along reflect on the run of Venetian Sun in Saturday's July Cup. Jack Tudor talks of a new venture and we go around the bloodstock world with Weatherbys and to Kildaragh Stud's Peter Kavanagh.

Nick is joined by David Yates for Monday's edition of the popular racing podcast. Today they reflect on the Group One action from the weekend, incorporating the July Cup and the Prix Jean Prat. Trainer Fozzy Stack joins to celebrate his first European Group One and outlines plans for Thesecretadversary. Also today, Clive Cox looks back on a successful weekend, and eagerly anticipates this weekend's return of his star two year old Orthodox in the Prox Robert Papin at Chantilly. Meanwhile, jockey Kaiya Fraser was the man in the news at Ascot, with three winners as well as an extraordinary incident in which a loose horse dragged him by the teeth from his mount at the start - he picks up the story. Plus, Wathnan's Richard Brown on Irish Oaks contender Earth Shot and news of injured Lost Boys.

Eva O'Neill brings you the Saturday Edition this week from Newmarket featuring Richard Spencer and his Rebel Racing runners today. Paul Curran representative of connections of Double Rush is on with Nick. Jim Mullen spoke to Nick as well on Friday and so did Richard Thomas about the reopening of Towcester Racecourse. Plus, Colin and Melba Bryce of Laundry Cottage Stud winners of the Andrew Devonshire Award at the Thoroughbred Breeders Association awards are on the pod too.

Coming to you today from the July Course in Newmarket as Nick his joined on track by Lydia Hislop to bring you the latest news stories from around the racing world. First up, Jockey Club CEO Jim Mullen talks all things Kempton, governance of the sport and his views on the financial risk assessments that the Gambling Commission gave the green light to this week. Lydia, listening in to this, shares her views and tries to infer what the Jockey Club’s stance is on Kempton and what’s likely to happen there. Trainer in form, Ed Bethell joins the show ahead of Danger Bay in the John Smiths Cup at York tomorrow and runs through his other weekend runners whilst Richard Ryan looks forward to Superlative Stakes hopeful, Green Sovereign, who was luckless at Royal Ascot. Lydia previews what looks to be a competitive and classy renewal of the July Cup tomorrow before proving an update on the classification of pattern races in Australia. Finally, Eva is at the sales speaking to Tattersalls’s Jason Singh.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick is at Newmarket for the Debenhams July Festival, but leading the news today is the reopening of Towcester racecourse, now slated for October 2027. Overseeing the project, Richard Thomas tells Nick about how it is likely to come together, while Betway's Lewis Knowles explains the betting company's role as naming partner. Also today, Nick and Jane discuss the Financial Times report of a brand new team racing venture launched by F1 and TripAdvisor magnate Greg Maffei, which has buy in from some of US Racing's biggest names. Plus, Mark McStay on Falmouth hopeful Balantina, and top French trainer Christophe Ferland on his UK runners this weekend. Meanwhile -at the TBA awards- Eva catches up with award winners Colin and Melba Bryce of Laundry Cottage Stud.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by David Yates who was busy in Westminster yesterday at the Kempton Park parliamentary debate secured by MP Lincoln Jopp. We hear from Lincoln and trainer Nicky Henderson who had made his way to Westminster in the fight to save the track and it appears there is, at least, a shaft of light on that front. Dave also spork to Conservative MP Louie French on Financial Risk Assessments after yesterday’s Gambling Commission announcement and we hear from the CEO of the Betting & Gaming Council Grainne Hurst who outlines her concerns. George Boughey talks Libertango who lines up at this week’s July meeting after her Ascot win and also updates us on Bow Echo’s wellbeing. And Juddmonte’s Barry Mahon talks Field Of Gold retirement and looks ahead to this weekend’s key runners including Blue Bolt in the Tattersall’s Sceptre Sessions Falmouth Stakes.

Following the Gambling Commission’s announcement this morning that they will be proceeding with their proposed financial risk assessments, Nick kicks off the show in the company of our political expert Neil Channing to look at how the government are now likely to proceed and when these changes will come into force. Brant Dunshea provides a response from the BHA whilst Nick also has a statement from the Betting and Gaming Council’s CEO Grainne Hurst. ITV‘s Matt Chapman is alongside Nick today and shares his views before Timeform give their take on Saturday’s Coral Eclipse. We then move on to the racing this week and hear from Paul Curran on the chances of Double Rush in Saturday’s Group 1 July Cup and Ian Williams, who has the hot favourite for the Bunbury Cup, Aalto. Henry Dwyer is along to reflect on a disappointing run from his star sprinter Asfoora and touches on whether or not we will see her again on a racecourse, before Eva O’Neill has an update form the Tattersalls July Sale and finally William Jarvis shares who those in the Newmarket area can see on the cricket pitch this weekend.