Nick Luck Daily Podcast

NIck is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop for a Derby weekend special edition from Epsom Downs. They take a deep dive into the Derby, Oaks and Coronation Cup, and are joined by Darley's Liam O'Rourke on the importance of a Derby winner for Dubawi, by David Menuisier, confident of playing a hand in two Classics this weekend, and by Sportinglife.com's David Ord. Renowned chef Michel Roux joins the show with some exquisite samples of the food and wine on offer at Epsom this weekend, while Nick canvasses his press room colleagues for their Derby selections.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Nick and Lee are at the Derby draw in Epsom town centre, where Derby co-favourite City of Troy drew the habitually disadvantageous inside berth. Kieren Fallon, who won from the same gate on Oath in 1999, tells Nick how it can be done. Also on today's show, Epsom GM Tom Sammes explains how he is striving to modernise and expand the event, while owner Ahmad Al Shaikh continues to live the Derby dream with two runners and Steve deLemos tells Nick how he is on a recovery mission after last year's unfortunate experience in the 'Dash'. With food and drink in sight, Neil Phillips toasts the beginning of Derby weekend.

Nick is joined by Sun correspondent Jack Keene to talk through today's news from around the racing world. On today's show, royal racing manager John Warren gives us the low-down on why the King and Queen's Treasure was declared for the Oaks, with a confident report of her recent homework. Warren also has news on Royal Ascot running plans for one or two of the high profile flag carriers. Also today, trainer Pascal Bary eyes up Coronation Cup glory with Feed the Flame, while jockey Paula Muir gives a great insight into how she has recovered from a hefty whip ban last year to catch the eye in the saddle in 2024. UK-born Australian star Rachel King tells Nick why she is on the hunt for Royal Ascot rides, while French journalist Fanny Hubart-Salmon introduces the pod's association with the Remembrance Rides on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. JA McGrath has his weekly bulletin from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the latest news from around the racing and bloodstock world. They are joined for Derby chat by William Buick, set to ride second favourite Ancient Wisdom, and Tom Clover, who has supplemented Tabletalk. Also on today's show, Timeform's Dan Barber runs the rule over Royal Ascot 2yo prospects, plus Adrien Cugnasse looks at the field for the Pros du Jockey Club, while Ben Atkins returns with news of this season's point to point champions, two of whom - Josh Newman and Izzie Marshall - join the show. This week's Weatherbys guest is Rafa Rojano, responsible for the move of 2013 Derby hero Ruler of the World to stand in Spain.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. As they review the action from around the European Group One weekend, they are joined by George Murphy, asst trainer of Tattersalls Gold Cup winner White Birch, and Karl Burke, whose Fallen Angel ran out a comfortable winner of the Irish Guineas. Also on today's show, Seamie Heffernan gives an update after taking a fall before the weekend, while reminding us of his Epsom credentials as he seeks rides in Classic he has won before. Freddy Powell, Arqana Executive Director, talks us through the 2024 Arqana Series.

This week's Saturday Edition with Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to the action from the Curragh this weekend as Richard Hannon discusses his runners in the Irish 2000 Guineas as well as Andy Oliver whilst Aidan O'Brien runs through his leading hopes for both Guineas and Auguste Rodin's chances of bouncing back in the Tattersalls Gold Cup. Dermot Weld also shares his hopes for his once raced winner in the 1000 Guineas and his chances of winning the race for the third year in a row. Then on home soil, James Doyle looks forward to getting back onboard Vandeek for his seasonal reappearance whilst Henry Dwyer discusses Aussie raider, Asfoora and George Scott has a quick line on Seven Questions.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Today they take a deep dive into the breakdown of the deal on reform of the levy, ostensibly brought about by the call of the election, but with simmering tensions barely beneath the surface. Also on today's show, the consider why Tim Vaughan found himself with a much stiffer penalty than anyone expected or an adverse analytical finding, while trainer Henry Dwyer looks forward to Asfoorah's British debut at Haydock, Naohiro Goda previews the Japanese Derby, and Dave Ord from Sportinglife.com has something for the weekend.

NIck is joined by Rishi Persad to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First up today, William Haggas explains why Economics won't run in the Derby, French Derby or at twelve furlongs this season. Also on today's show, MP Philip Davies reacts to new of the July 4th election and how a change of government might impact ongoing gambling legislation. Trainer George Scott reacts to his jockey Callum Shepherd losing the Derby ride on Ambiente Friendly, James Doyle looks forward to a stunning book of weekend rides including Vandeek and Okeechobee, while Iamd al Sagar tells us that Nashwa will not be seen until after Royal Ascot.

Nick is joined by RTE and RTV broadcaster Jane Mangan for the latest news and views from around the racing world. Today, Haydock Clerk Dan Cooper explains his decision to water ahead of Saturday's fixture. Ahead of the Irish Guineas weekend, Nick speaks to trainers Andy Oliver and Dermot Weld, while Tom Palin explains why Marie's Rock is setting out on a Flat campaign, JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong and Ben Atkins provides the weekly pointing update.

Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead to cast an eye over today's racing news. In this episode, we hear from riders Rossa Ryan and Jim Crowley, putting their Derby mounts through their paces at Epsom. Meanwhile trainers Richard Hannon and Aidan O'Brien size up their contenders for this weekend's Irish Guineas, plus Levy Board CEO Alan Delmonte answers the questions on the latest levy yield. Also on today's show, Dan Barber dishes out Timeform's jumps awards 23/24, Will Kinsey reflects on double success at the TBA NH awards, Tattersalls Ireland CEO Simon Kerins looks forward to the next breeze-up sale, and Zhiqiang An joins the Weatherbys Bloodstock conversation from China.

Nick is joined by David Yates for the first podcast of the week. Kia Joorabchian talks at length about the split with Roger Varian and the King of Steel affair. Also on today's show, Nick talks to D. Wayne Lukas about his thrilling victory in the Preakness, Louisa Carberry reflects on winning a third Grand Steeplechase de Paris, and Rab Havlin contemplates whether Audience will be able to follow up his surprise victory in the Lockinge. Consignor Willie Bryan looks ahead to a fine draft in the GOFFS Spring Store sales.

This week’s Saturday Edition begins by looking ahead to Royal runner Desert Hero at Newbury tomorrow as he looks to bag his first win of the season now he steps back up in trip. His trainer William Haggas and jockey Tom Marquand share their thoughts whilst Tom also discusses Relief Rally in the Carnarvon Stakes who just looked like the 7 furlongs in the Fred Darling was a bit too far for her. Mister Sketch also goes against Relief Rally and his jockey James Doyle runs through his chances as well as Poker Face in the group 1 Lockinge Stakes whilst we hear more about the favourite for that feature Inspiral from Chris Richardson and Olly Cole who runs Royal Scotsman. Then over in the US ahead of the second leg of the Triple Crown, Kenny McPeek explains why he’s rolling the dice with Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan, having initially ruled him out of the race.

Tom in for Nick and joined by Rishi Persad to initially reflect on a brilliant Derby trial performance from Economics in yesterday’s Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Dante Stakes at York. We hear from rider Tom Marquand about the run and also look ahead to some of Tom’s big rides this weekend. James Doyle also rode in the Dante and joins us to give his views on the race plus to look ahead to his book of weekend rides including Poker Face in the Lockinge. We also welcome Cheveley Park’s Chris Richardson who talks Inspiral and Audience ahead of Saturday’s feature race. With the news that Grand National winner Coach Rambler has been retired we are joined by his trainer Lucinda Russell. In our Something For The Weekend segment with Timeform, Dave Ord joins us to put some figures on the Locking runners and also on that win from Economics. Plus we have an update from Norway ahead of their National Day with Xander Brett and York’s James Brennan joins us to look ahead to day 3 of the Dante meeting.

Nick, in Baltimore, is joined from York by Lydia Hislop, who analyses all the highs and lows from the first day of the Dante Festival, including some very difficult moments early in the day and the possible consequences of the as-yet-unfinished stewards' enquiry. Following the running of the Musidora, they try to piece together a tricky Oaks puzzle. Also today, Willie Mullins joins the show to talk Vauban and his new flat star Lope de Lilas, while Olly Cole looks forward to the Lockinge return of Royal Scotsman and assesses his strong clutch of juveniles. In Maryland, 1ST Racing's Peter Rotondo previews the Preakness Stakes, plus Haras de Meautry's Nick Bell embarks on a mammoth cycling challenge in aid of Au Dela des Pistes, and York's Food and Wine supremo Steve Cooper brings us up to speed on new developments at the track.

Nick, in Baltimore for the Preakness Stakes, is joined by Racing Post writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the day's racing news. With the development that King of Steel incurred a gallops injury yesterday morning, Nick speaks to owner Kia Joorabchian. Also on today's show, Nick and Lee look ahead to York's Dante Festival in the company of William Haggas, who speaks very warmly about the chances of Economics in the week's feature race, while the racecourse's Amy Swales details the charitable partnerships that York are undertaking this season. Later in this edition, Noel Meade remembers the huge talent that was Harchibald, Ben Atkins has all the Pointing news and JA McGrath brings us his weekly bulletin from Hong Kong. Plus, Nick pays tribute to the brilliant trainer Reg Akehurst, who has died aged 94.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to bring you news and insight from around the racing world. They lead today by asking why Aidan O'Brien seems so preoccupied with the size of City of Troy and whether it really does matter. With York around the corner, William Derby drops in for Dante Festival chat, plus James Savage on Middleton contender Infinite Cosmos and what's next for Chester winners Passenger and Never So Brave. Roger Teal weighs up Epsom vs Chantilly for Dancing Gemini, while Dan Barber give the Timeform perspective on France and the Classic Trials. Popular broadcaster Alice Plunkett talks Badminton Horse Trials and BAFTAs after an extraordinary Sunday afternoon for her family, and Helmut von Fink, who lost his star stallion Soldier Hollow last week talks about his horse of a lifetime in association with Weatherbys.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates for the 1,000th episode of the Nick Luck Daily Podcast, bringing you the best news and insight from around the racing world. They lead with the story run in the Racing Post this weekend with regard to the packaging of 40 premium flat racedays for sale to or partnership with a third party. With the racecourses bound to silence, Nick talks to Tote CEO Alex Frost and trainer Ralph Beckett for their thoughts. Beckett also has news of his multiple Oaks candidates after his successes at Chester and Lingfield, while Jockey-turned-agent Freddie Tylicki reflects on the performance of Derby trial winner Ambiente Friendly. Sean Levey rues one that got away in the Poule d'Essai des Pouliches, while trainer Mario Baratti luxuriates in his win in the colts' equivalent. Kenny McPeek explains in depth why Mystic Dan will now run in Saturday's Preakness, plus incoming ROA Interim CEO Louise Norman outlines her vision for the organisation.

This week's Saturday Edition with Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to the Oaks and Derby Trials at Lingfield with insight on both favourites from their respective owners, Anthony Oppenheimer and Harry Herbert as well as Ed Crisford who trains lively outsider Meydaan in the Derby trial. Then onto the Classic action in France on Sunday where Adrien Cugnasse previews the home team before we hear again from Harry Herbert (Chic Colombine), followed by Willie McCreery (Vespertilio) & Roger Teal (Dancing Gemini).

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show, Nick talks to Harry Herbert about Defiance and Chic Columbine in the Lingfield Trial and French Guineas respectively, while Ed Crisford has a fair shout for an outsider in the former, and Willie McCreery gives a bulletin on Vespertilio in the Pouliches. We get the rundown on the home challenge in France from Adrien Cugnasse, while Ben Linfoot examines the Derby picture in Something for the Weekend. Plus, Goodwood Clerk Ed Arkell clarifies the precise responsibilities as regards preparation of ground as stipulated by the BHA, and Australian trainer Peter Moody eyes up Royal Ascot with his smart mate Chain of Lightning.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They lead with the desperate conclusion to the Chester Vase yesterday, which saw Hidden Law win impressively before suffering a fatal injury. Nick and Rishi pay tribute to the horse's all-too-brief career and discuss the response to death on the racecourse. Also on today's show, we hear from Hugo Palmer and Richard Kingscote about their hopes for the remainder of Chester week, while Nick talks at some length to Australian trainer Ciaron Maher about his growing collection of Melbourne Cup horses, including Middle Earth, who begins his campaign for the Gosdens at York next week. Plus, Riding A Dream Academy scholar Aamilah Aswat joins Nick to talk about her ride in the Magnolia Cup.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. First up, Maurizio Guarnieri, new trainer of two stars Big Rock and Blue Rose Cen, outlines plans for Europe's most exciting milers. Also today, Roger Teal looks forward to the weekend's Poulains with Dancing Gemini, while Bryony Frost shares her thoughts on her new role ahead of her first rides in France this afternoon. With news that the two more breeze up sales are in the offing, Con Marnane answers how many is too many. Plus there's the latest from Hong Kong with JA McGrath and Ben Atkins keeps us up to speed with developments in the point to point field.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to take stock of the racing news from round the globe. Today, 2000 Guineas winning rider William Buick joins the show to talk about Notable Speech, plus his outstanding hand in the upcoming Derby trials at Chester and York. Also today, Joseph O'Brien talks about his big runners on the Roodee and his success at Punchestown last week, plus Anthony Oppenheimer on his Oaks hopeful Danielle. Agent and consultant James Bester is a fascinating Weatherbys guest, and Aidan Coleman remembers his friend Michael Byrne, the former jockey, who died aged 36 at the weekend.

Nick, back home from Kentucky, is joined by Lydia Hislop to reflect on the weekend's action. They are joined by Silvestre De Sousa, David Menuisier and Kenny PcPeek.

Classic galore this week as we hear from various connections ahead of the 2000 & 1000 Guineas at Newmarket and the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Guest include: Aidan O'Brien; Richard Hannon; David Bowe; Owen Burrows; Matt Bernier; Brad Cox; D. Wayne Lukas & Michael McCarthy.

Nick, in Kentucky for the Derby, is joined by Rishi Persad to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Ahead of the 2,000 Guineas, they have a difference of opinion on the likely success of hot favourite City of Troy, and are joined by Sportinglife.com's David Ord and Owen Burrows, trainer of Alyanaabi. Looking ahead to the 150th Run for the Roses, Britney Eurton joins Nick to go through the key storylines for each and every one of the 20 runners, while Brad Cox tells Nick about his two contrasting hopefuls, and HBA Media's Frank Sale gives you the lowdown on the worldwide broadcast outlets showing the race. Nick and Rishi also look back on yesterday's action from Punchestown, and welcome Little Lodge Farm's Jackie Chugg in our latest instalment of Overbury People. Joe Pagan from Kentucky Equine Research and Saracen's Polly Bonnor discuss how we can help to prevent ulcers in thoroughbreds, while breeze-up consignor Eddie Linehan reflects on his successful clutch of pinholes at yesterday's Tattersalls Guineas Sales.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They kick off with an eye to QIPCO Guineas weekend, and are joined by trainer Richard Hannon, whose Rosallion has been such a high profile entry for the opening colts classic. Clerk Andrew Morris provides a going report. JJ Slevin reacts to yesterday's Punchestown victory on Fastorslow, while Matt Bernier joins Nick at Churchill Downs to give his thoughts on Derby 150. Independent bookmaker Geoff Banks joins the show with strong views on yesterday's Interim Code announcement and the BHA's new Non-Runner rules, and BCS Marketing Director Gregg Taylor highlights the first year success of Club 26.

Nick brings you today's show from Kentucky, where he brings you the latest ahead of the 150th Derby, including interviews with trainers D. Wayne Lukas and Michael McCarthy. He is joined from Punchestown by Jane Mangan, who delights in the success of Spillane's Tower yesterday. With the latest announcements on affordability checks, Nick talks to BGC Executive Director of Policy Wes Himes and gets opinion from industry analyst Neil Channing. Retiring trainer Paul Webber shares his reflections on a 30 year career, while JA McGrath joins from Hong Kong to reflect on FWD Champions' Day.

Nick, in Kentucky, is joined by Lydia, in Punchestown, to discuss the latest from around the racing world. In a packed edition, they begin with Aidan O'Brien telling Nick of his delight at Hall of Fame inclusion and announcing Guineas running plans with a full update on City of Troy. They take a dive into the action at Punchestown, including the Timeform perspective from Dan Barber, while co-ordinating agent Fergus Galvin tells us the story behind Kentucky Derby fancy Just a Touch and trainer James Millman hopes to extend the Adaay in Devon fairytale at Ascot tomorrow. Nick and Lydia chew over the Masai Mara start at Sandown on Saturday, the flurry of winners from the Gosden stable and green shoots for Irish attendances. Meanwhile, Ben Atkins is here with the weekly Point wrap and Indian agent Guarav Rampaul is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest.

Nick, recording between Hong Kong and Kentucky in Zurich airport, is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin by paying tribute to Shishkin, the popular chaser who died at home last night, before moving on to discuss the heroics of his stablemate Jonbon on Saturday, plus the GB trainers' title success for Willie Mullins, reflections on which are provided by his long time right hand man David Casey and Vincent O'Brien's grandson Tom Magnier, who also agonises over whether to attend Newmarket on Saturday for City of Troy or Kentucky for Sierra Leone in the 150th Derby. David Bowe, representing Jeff Smith's Littleton Stud oozes calm confidence over the chances of Ghostwriter and See The Fire in the 2000 and 1000 Guineas respectively, while trainer Danny Shum reflects on the mighty effort of Romantic Warrior in the QE2 Cup at Sea Tin, and the National Stud's CEO Anna Kerr welcomes a timely upswing in the fortunes of their stallion Time Test. Nick and Lee also discuss whether THAT Ascot advert was really that bad, and chew over developments at the Jockey Club, per Lee's recent work in the Racing Post.

This week's episode with Charlotte Greenway kicks off with an interview with trainer Christopher Head, following the news that Big Rock along with 21 other horses would be leaving his yard. He's still got some nice ones to go to war and he discusses Rematuelle's 1000 Guineas bid as well as another three year old to follow. Then it's onto Sandown tomorrow and we hear from Patrick Mullins, Anthony Bromley and Nicky Henderson before turning our attention to Hong Kong's FWD Champions Day on Sunday where Francis Lui and Vincent Ho look forward to Golden Sixty whilst William Haggas and George Boughey weigh up their chances of bagging one for Britain.

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined first off by Patrick Mullins to discuss the likely crowning of father Willie in the British Jumps Trainers' Championship tomorrow as well as runners at Sandown and Punchestown. Rishi Persad shares his view on El Fabiolo vs Jonbon and thinks it could play into one of the outsiders' hands whilst Rishi also discusses the news that Adrien Cugnasse shares, of star French miler Big Rock leaving Christopher Head's yard. Ahead of FWD Champions weekend, we hear from HKJC CEO Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges; George Boughey and Vincent Ho. Dave Ord is along with Something for the Weekend and following yesterday's launch of this year's Magnolia Cup riders, Lizzie Jelfs is along to explain why she's taking part.

Nick, in Hong Kong, is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First up today, BHA Chief Regulatory Officer confirms the rule changes as regards non-runners and technical malfunctions as suggested on the podcast last week. Trainer William Haggas joins the show to talk about Dubai Honour in Hong Kong and his two intriguing runners at Sandown on Friday, while Francis Lui pays handsome tribute to his superstar Golden Sixty. From the sales ring, Katie McGivern reflects on her sales topper at GOFFS yesterday, while Jason Singh previews next week's Breeze-Up at Tattersalls. The TBA's Victoria Murrell tells us how the breeding industry is committed to cutting its Carbon Emissions.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by Olivier Peslier's long time agent David (Shippy) Ellis. Shippy reflects on their time together and tells us what is was like working with one of the world's greatest jockeys. Lee Mottershead of the Racing Post is this week's main guest and Lee also reflects on Peslier's career. Lee has plenty more news for us including Frankie Dettori picking up a Kentucky Derby ride and the latest on the Irish Gambling Regulation Bill as it goes before Government. Trainer Owen Burrows joins us to provide the latest on his classic contenders including War Rooms who lines up at Sandown on Friday. Peter Molony is along to tell us of a very special set of colours to be auctioned at Punchestown in aid of the Jack de Bromhead Equine Centre. Alan Hill gives us the latest from the pointing world in association with ThoroughBid. And it's Wednesday so Jim McGrath brings us the latest from Hong Kong ahead of a big weekend.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show, Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse tells us how and why British-born French Champion Jockey James Reveley used his victory in the French Grand National to fire a broadside at the authorities inability to give him a residents' permit, a complaint that reached the President himself. Also today, Nick is joined by Anthony Bromley to discuss the end of the season (El Fabiolo, Impaire et Passe and more) through the 'Double Green" lens, while Dan Barber presents Mullins in Numbers as today's Timeform perspective, and well know auctioneer-cum-stud owner Alistair Pim talks about his Anngrove Stud in this week's tour of the bloodstock world with Weatherbys.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing Tv broadcaster Jane Mangan to take a canter through the racing news from across the globe. Leading with the continuing Mullins-fest, they are joined by Joe Chambers on Gaelic Warrior's possible appearance at Sandown, Nicky Henderson on Jonbon, and Clive Hadingham, co-founder of Surrey Racing, fresh from an agonising defeat. Also today, the Classic trials are analysed, James Savage has the latest on Nostrum's return this week, Simon Marsh celebrates Too Darn Hot's first Group One success from his initial Australian Crop, Glenn Toner gives an early preview of the Kentucky Derby and Alex Shaw has details of Racing Together's Community Day.

This week, Charlotte looks ahead to the jumps action from Ayr and how tomorrow could affect the Trainers Championship as we hear from Dan Skelton and Paul Nicholls on their teams whilst Pat Gallagher, owners of one of Willie Mullins's leading hopes for the Scottish National, discusses his horse's chance. Moving to the flat, Ralph Beckett shares his hopes for Greenham favourite Zoum Zoum whilst discussing a couple of nice three year olds he has at home. Finally, Karl Burke has an update on his two Guineas contenders following their workouts on the Rowley Mile this week.

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Today, Ian Renton joins the show to suggest what might be the likely areas for surgery at the Cheltenham Festival, while Dave also gives his thoughts on the way in which the Grand National debate has ebbed and flowed through the media this week. With Willie Mullins closing in on a GB championship, Pat Gallagher, owner of his Scottish National fancy MacDermott, drops in for a chat. Ralph Beckett looks ahead to the Greenham and far beyond, while Ed Crisford anticipated more success at GOFFS breeze-ups following the triumph of Carla's Way last year. Dave Ord has something for the weekend from Sportinglife.com.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. With news of Paddy Brennan's retirement, Nick catches up with the popular jockey to reflect on his career and his final moments in the saddle at Cheltenham yesterday. Also on today's show, Nick talks to Karl Burke about putting the finishing touches to his Classic hopefuls at Newmarket yesterday, while in a sale full of stories, consignors Rodgie Kavanagh and Cormac O'Flynn share their joy at realising 1,000,000 gns with the final progeny of Galileo, and Charlie and Fran Poste discuss a dream start to their new pinhooking venture.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. With news that the BHA is likely to introduce new rules for declaring horses non-runners in adverse technical circumstances (malfunctioning stalls etc.), we hear from owner/breeder Jon Babb (Shropshire Wolves), who laments the rigidity of current regulations after last week's Wolverhampton stalls debacle and the resulting costs to owners of the sport's mishaps. Also on today's show, trainer Ed Walker and agent Katie Walsh reflect on a great day yesterday on the track and in the sales ring respectively, while Ben Atkins provides our Point to Point report and JA McGrath checks in from Hong Kong. Lydia gives her thoughts on the Grand National and the upcoming risk checks announcement.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the two major stories breaking this morning: cocaine use at Aintree as reported by The Telegraph, and the National viewing figures. Charlie Appleby joins the show to discuss his early Classic hopefuls and hat load of runners at the Craven meeting, while Paul Nicholls assesses his championship chances, Dan Barber gives the Timeform perspective on Aintree, Sumbe's Tony Fry talks about recent success and Newmarket hopefuls in the Nurlan Bizakov silks, and Goresbridge's Ed Donohoe is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the events of the weekend. In their Aintree debrief - covering the race itself, the changes, the crowd, audience figures and more - they are joined by Aintree MD Dickon White and by Dan Skelton, who also offers his thoughts on the trainers' championship. Also today, the latest on affordability checks, Breeder Ron Huggins on how the National winner may have had a very different life, and Richard Hughes looks forward to the Craven meeting at Newmarket.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for the annual canter through all the runners for this year's Grand National, ultimately reducing each to CHANCE or NO CHANCE. Their rundown is interspersed with the stylings of David Yates, Cornelius Lysaght, Jane Mangan, Charlotte Greenway, Lee Mottershead, Rishi Persad and David Ord. Plus Tom Stanley. Neil Phillips and Alistair Coe provide food and drink.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates from Aintree on the first day of the Grand National Festival. Among the guests today are Lucinda Russell and Peter Scudamore, the training partnership responsible for Corach Rambler, and Gary Moore, whose Nassalam ran away with the Welsh National. Also on today's show, Mick Fitzgerald reminisces on his 1996 victory in the great race, while Page Fuller from RaceIQ uses her data to predict which horses will gain most through their jumping efficiency, and Neil Phillips toasts Grand Opening day with the Aintree house champagne. ITV's Oli Bell is along for a cameo appearance.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee mottershead to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They begin by digesting the JP McManus Grand National riding arrangements, and hear from Gavin Cromwell, whose Limerick Lace is Mark Walsh's surprise choice. Also on today's show, David Maxwell looks forward to his first National ride on last year's raceday gamble Ain't that a Shame, while Helena Flynn from the Horse Welfare Board continues our coverage of the sport's HorsePWR campaign. Joe Burke reflects on an extraordinary day as a buyer and breeder at Deauville yesterday, Harry Herbert looks forward to the Craven Breeze-Ups and to an audacious tilt with Believing at the big sprint in Hong Kong, where JA McGrath has all the latest ahead of the big upcoming International fixture. Sam Davies Thomas brings us the weekly Thoroughbid Point to Point news.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world today. They lead with the latest weather report from Sulekha Varma at Aintree, one which leads Eddie O'Leary to inform this podcast of the likely non-appearance of top weight Conflated in the race. As well as Varma and O'Leary, we also hear from Martin Brassil, with one strong contender in Panda Boy and another striving to get a run in Desertmore House. Paddy Brennan talks Nick through the ride which earned him an 18 day ban yesterday and answers speculation over whether this might prompt retirement, while Tattersalls Jimmy George offers an alternative perspective on the prize money debate. Dan Barber assesses whether Timeform figures give Kempton hero Notable Speech a chance in the Guineas, and legendary South African agent Jehan Malherbe is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

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

In the Saturday Edition this week, Charlotte Greenway recaps on a couple of pieces of news from this week on the podcast including a lovely tribute to Stefano Cherchi, who tragically lost his life this week as result of injuries suffered in a fall, racing in Australia. Then ahead of the weekend we hear from George Murphy on how ready Derby third White Birch is for his return this weekend as well as getting an idea of how his season may plan out whilst Dave Ord picks out three horses to watch over the weekend in the weekly Timeform piece and maybe after this weekend Europe could have a live Kentucky Derby contender on their hands!

This Friday, Charlotte Greenway is in for Nick and catches up with Kitty's Light's trainer Christian Williams ahead of his Grand National bid in eight days time. Joined by by Lydia Hislop, Charlotte and Lydia touch on the new HorsePWR campaign and recent reports of open banking requests. Ahead of the weekend Dave Ord looks at the Kentucky Derby trial at Chelmsford and considers whether there may be a real contender in there before Jerome Reynier shares the story of Facteur Cheval from an unruly yearling and two year old to a Group 1 winner at five. Peter Rotondo of 1/ST Racing has news of a new partnership with the Jockey Club in Britain and JA McGrath has a update from Hong Kong.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by BHA Head of Communications Robin Mounsey to discuss the launch of British Racing's HorsePWR welfare campaign. Robin tells us of the importance of launching now and why the BHA has chosen to be so transparent and front foot on the subject. Rishi Persad joins to give his views and then gives thoughts on some recent examples of affordability checks which he feels have crossed the line in requesting personal data. He argues it’s not too late to tackle gambling issues at the source of the problem as opposed to trying to stop someone placing a bet. We hear from trainer Amy Murphy about her friend and colleague Stefano Cherchi who tragically passed away yesterday and we are joined by Amy Lee who has set up the Graham Lee Racing Club to raise funds for her father’s recovery in association with the Good Racing Company. In our Overbury People segment we here from former rider Dominic Elseworth who now runs a course giving those from disadvantaged backgrounds a way in to the sport and co-founder of the Riding A Dream Academy Naomi Lawson is along to tell us about the latest taster days they are running.

Tom in for Nick and we start today’s show with the saddest of news that Sardinian born jockey Stefano Cherchi, 23, has passed away. Stefano suffered a fall when riding at Canberra, Australia on March 20th. Jane Mangan is today’s guest and she reflects on this news before Tom and Jane cast an eye over entries for the Coronation Cup and Betfred Oaks. We hear from White Birch’s assistant trainer George Murphy and also Oaks entered Dare To Dream’s French-based trainer Gavin Hernon. With news that leading Qatari trainer Hamad Al-Jehani is to set up in Newmarket, we welcome Wathnan Racing advisor Richard Brown to the show. Peter Trainor, founder of Global Thoroughbreds, joins us to look ahead top some runners this weekend in Australia. And it’s Wednesday so we go pointing with our friends at Throroughbid and Ben Atkins.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by Tom Gibney who trains yesterday's Irish Grand National winner Intense Raffles. The winner was bred by his co owner Simon Munir and Simon joins the podcast to reflect on the success and tells us why the dam, Une Artiste, has been so important to the operation. We also hear from Olly Murphy who sent out Brewin'upastorm to win the Grade 2 Hurdle at the track. The Racing Post's Jonathan Harding reflects on those winners at Fairyhouse and overall success of the meeting. Plus we reflect more on Dubai World Cup winner Laurel River and hear from winning trainer Bhupat Seemar on what might be next for the horse. And as ever on a Tuesday, we check in with Timeform's Dan Barber before our friends at Weatherbys take us to Andrew Spalding of Hedgeholme Stud.

With Charlotte Greenway in for Nick, she's joined by Dave Yates of the Daily Mirror and they start by reflecting on the action from World Cup night in Dubai including the runaway winner of the Gold Cup as well as the mixed evening for British/Irish challengers. Jockey, Dane O'Neill who over the last few years had been so successful out in Dubai during the winter, looks back on a career in the saddle that spanned over 32 years in which he partnered some of the very top British based horses. Then we hear from Nicky Henderson with a positive update on Constitution Hill before he runs through his likely Graded runners heading to Aintree next week and Peter Molony, who has just been to visit Honeysuckle's first foal, discusses the newborn filly by Walk In The Park and also Grade 1 winner over the weekend Jade De Grugy.

Ahead of Easter weekend, Charlotte Greenway previews Saturday's action on World Cup night at Meydan with contributions from connections of various runners including: Thady Gosden; Charlie Appleby; William Knight; Bhupat Seemar & Joey Peacock.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to look at the headlines from around the racing world. They are joined first by the Daily Mail's Marcus Townend, who broke the story of the curious case of National winning rider Derek Fox, who looked set to miss this year's ride on Corach Rambler with a whip ban only to be saved by a procedural technicality at the BHA. In Dubai, Nick speaks to trainers Thady Gosden and William Knight about their chances on World Cup night, while Jamie Hart provides WorldPool advice. Ben Linfoot (Sportinglife.com) has Something for the Weekend from Fairyhouse, and we hear from Martin Brassil, trainer of Irish National fancy Desertmore House. Adrien Cugnasse (Jour de Galop) joins us to explain the first major initiative to increase France's horse population, while Tom Stanley reports on the Thoroughbred Census with Dr Jane Williams and Dr Barry Johnson.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Top vets Des Leadon and James Crowhurst join the show to talk us through the implications of the Europe-wide shortage of the crucial EVA vaccine, which could leave elite stallions highly vulnerable. Also on today's show, Bhupat Seemar and Joey Peacock detail their chances in Saturday's World Cup with Laurel River and Señor Buscador respectively, while Laura King meets new track caller Patrick Comerford. In our latest catch-up on Equine Nutrition, Joe Pagan and Polly Bonnor get excited over the latest KER conference that took place in Florida last month.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to look over the key racing news this Wednesday. Lydia investigates the serious customer service shortcomings revealed by BetMGM punters through the Festival, and gets answers from the bookmaker and the tech provider. Also on today's show, we examine the bizarre case of Gary Sanderson in the company of Racing Post Deputy Industry Editor Peter Scargill, and hear from World Horse Welfare CEO Roly Owers as the charity seeks to strengthen its links with horseracing. Nick and Lydia discuss Flutter/888 results plus the likely make-up of the Grand National field. Ben Atkins is here with the weekly Pointing Update, while Laura King continues her Dubai profiles.

Tom in for Nick and joined by Rishi Persad now just four days out from Dubai World Cup night 2024. Rishi argues this is one of the deepest and strongest renewals of the meeting in recent years and we hear fro Charlie Appleby who sends four runners out on Saturday evening including Star Of Mystery under Frankie Dettori. With the news that the EU export ban on South African horses has been lifted, we hear from Cape Racing's Alistair Cohen on what this means for the immediate future of racing and breeding in South Africa. We continue in our series with Laura King looking at those who have shaped racing in Dubai over the last 30 years and we hear from Martin Brassil ahead of Desertmore House's Irish Grand National bid. And it's Tuesday so Timeform's Dan Barber joins us to reflect on the Brocklesby and our regular Weatherbys segment takes us to the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, where Nick’s caught up with Arthur Mitchell from Yarraman Stud.

NIck is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest news from around the racing world today. Among today's guests, Sean Quinn pays a beautiful tribute to popular champion sprinter Highfield Princess, who died at the weekend. Also on the show, Willie Mullins talks to Nick about Fairyhouse this weekend, his likely National runners, Ballyburn as a possible history maker, and whether or not the GB trainers' title is feasible. David Egan reflects on a barnstorming few weeks as new first jockey to Amo Racing, while Racing Welfare's Clare Kingston urges you to support the charity while heading to Aintree in style, and artist Georgea Blakey previews her exhibition 'Carousel' at the Osborne Studio Gallery.

The flat is back and to kick off Charlotte Greenway gets the latest on the prize money increase for the Group 1 Juddmonte International at York and speak to the racecourse's Chief Exec. William Derby. Then looking ahead to the weekend Sporting Life's Dave Ord has some pointers for the Brocklesby and Dominic Ffrench Davis discusses his runner. Also, Julie Camacho has a fancied runner in the feature Lincoln handicap at Doncaster tomorrow and shares her hopes for her new recruit. Finally, ahead of the Golden Slipper down in Australia tomorrow morning, Chris Waller explains the importance of the race as well as running through some of his key runners on the card.

Nick is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the horseracing world. In packed global edition, they lead with the news of the disqualification of the Norwich City footballer Ashley Barnes by the BHA. Also in this episode, returning jockey Cieren Fallon urges us to pray for his sister's partner, fellow rider Stefano Cherchi after his fall in Canberra. Journalist Ray Paulick (The Paulick Report) tells Nick about yesterday's vote that has threatened the existence of California Racing, while rookie UK-born, Aus-based trainer Dom Sutton celebrates his first winner at Pakenham. Award winning writer Robyn Louw reflects on the untimely death yesterday of disgraced former leading player Markus Jooste, HBF Chair Sean Trivass urges action on inaccurate going reports, Laura King is along with the next of her Dubai Profiles featuring rider Tadgh O'Shea, and Sportinglife.com's David Ord has something for the weekend as he tries to predict the Brocklesby winner using predicted ratings.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They begin by plucking the best from the Ballydoyle press day, consider the idea of running City of Troy in the Travers, and hear from Aidan O'Brien on Auguste Rodin's Sheema Classic bid. Chris Waller gives Nick an extensive interview about this weekend's Golden Slipper, plus the Aussie debut of Via Sistina in the Ranvet. Closer to home, trainers Julie Camacho and Dominic Ffrench Davis discuss their chances of making an impact on Lincoln Day, while Laura King brings us the first of her profiles from Dubai. Neil Banbury, CCO of the Kindred Group talks to Nick about the Sustainable Gambling Conference, which took place at the Kia Oval yesterday.

Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the provocative article penned by Grand National-winning trainer Richard Newland yesterday, which called for restrictions on Irish runners in a bid to boost GB fortunes. Jane Mangan offers a strong response, while BHA Chief Regulatory Officer Brant Dunshea clarifies the GB/Ireland collaborative anti-doping position. Dunshea is also asked by Nick to account for the bizarre events surrounding Ben Coen's eligibility to ride at Wolverhampton on Tuesday evening. Also on today's show, owner Jon Shack explains why Emily Upjohn will have a new jockey in Dubai, while Tom Goff updates us on yesterday's delegation to Downing Street with some of racing's senior power-brokers. Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse outlines the task facing incoming France gallop CEO Elie Henau, while JA McGrath has all the latest ahead of the Hong Kong Derby.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the latest developments from around the racing world. They lead with yesterday's news that Opera Singer would likely miss the 1,000 Guineas, and Nick talks to Kelly Burke about the progress of her nearest market rival to that point, Moyglare winner Fallen Angel. Also on today's show, Dan Skelton looks beyond handicaps for Langer Dan following his 10lb hike in the weights, while Dan Barber gives Timeform's Top 5 Festival performances plus pays tribute to the grandest of old timers. Jimmy George gives advance notice of the Tattersalls breeze-up sales, while Whitsbury's Ed Harper celebrates not only the new opportunities afforded racing by the Immigration Salary List but also a debut success for his first season sire Sergei Prokofiev. Ben Atkins brings us the Thoroughbid weekly Point to Point wrap, while Nicolas de Chambure from Haras d'Etreham reflects on a golden Festival for his stallions.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the Horseracing world. In the aftermath of the Festival, and the strong opinion that has accompanied it, Nick and Dave ask what the event can do better to improve the customer experience and the quality of the sport. Also on today's show, Paddy Twomey outlines to Nick how he has teamed up with Seamie Heffernan since the latter's departure from Ballydoyle, while jockey Alice Stevens tells her story in our latest instalment of Overbury People.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news on the fourth and final day of the Cheltenham Festival. They review the action from the week and pick out the key talking points to have emerged from a dramatic few days, including a bizarre controversy surrounding the Triumph Hurdle. Latecomer Neil Phillips provides a decent Burgundy, while the inimitable Liz Armstrong - a cult hero of the pod - shares her inspiration once again. Dave Ord of SportingLife.com provides something for the weekend.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan from the Fitzdares/ROA lounge on the third morning of the Festival. With news of further Seven Barrows withdrawals on the fourth day - including Sir Gino - Nick finds Nicky Henderson in sanguine mood as he comes top terms with his fate this week. He pays a handsome tribute to the record-busting juggernaut that is Willie Mullins. Also on today's show, Nick talks at length to Jockey Club Director of Partnerships Matt Powell about the group's overarching sponsorship and commercial strategy, its relationship with betting companies and the importance of regional vs centralised deal making. The Festival regulars are in - Liz Armstrong in sparkling form this morning, plus Neil Phillips with some non-alcoholic refreshment from House of Clarity.

Nick is joined by both Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead and ITV presenter Rishi Persad to discuss the latest news and events from Day 2 of the Cheltenham Festival. With Britain's leading Festival trainer Nicky Henderson withdrawing his stable stars amid an evolving health situation in the yard, the team discuss the impact on the meeting as a whole, while senior vet Piet Ramzan explains why horses can run poorly with viral issues when nothing has shown up on tests. After yesterday's famous win, Kim Bailey reflects on Chianti Classico and looks to the future, while we look ahead to Friday's Hunter Chase with Ben Atkins. The usual crew join - Liz Armstrong is back as resident artist, and Neil Phillips provides the refreshment courtesy of Glenfarclas.

Nick brings you the podcast from the opening day of the Festival in the company of Jane Mangan, Racing Tv and RTE analyst. In the wake of unexpected overnight rain, Nick talks to clerk Jon Pullin about the ground and the contingency plans surrounding the cross country race. Also today, jockey Daryl Jacob and trainer Gavin Cromwell, plus resident artist Liz Armstrong, wine expert Neil Phillips, and Fitzdares bookie Bobby Burns. Walter Connors is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror's Newsboy David Yates on the eve of the Cheltenham Festival. With jitters surrounding the Triumph Hurdle favourite - and the health of the Henderson string as a whole - Nick opens this episode with a reassuring bulletin from the master of Seven Barrows. Also on this show, and in the company of Joe Chambers, Nick and Dave try to analyse why Willie Mullins is running so many horses in a hood, several for the first time, including Arkle favourite Gaelic Warrior. Also on today's show, David Manasseh talks Ballyburn, the joy of ownership and business with Tony Bloom, while Sam Twiston Davies gives a considered appraisal of his own chances during the week. Nick and Dave update on the George Gently case, and Dan Skelton's own take on its conclusion, as reported on Saturday.

In the third episode of this acclaimed series of interviews with those who lead or seek to lead US Horseracing through its most critical battle of ideas, Nick talks to the CEO of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, Lisa Lazarus. An Ivy League-educated native of Montreal, Lazarus has extensive experience in Sports Law and Regulation, with long stints at NFL and the FEI. Now, she is charged with unifying a divided sport at the behest of federal government. In her most revealing and personal interview to date, she tells Nick how her upbringing and family background have informed her approach to her professional career, and how her experience has qualified her for the job at hand. On HISA, Lazarus talks of the immense challenges presented to the organisation, how she has faced down criticism from outside and from within, and how she believes the sport is already changing for the better, while conceding there is some way to travel on both anti-doping and equine fatality. This episode is brought to you by White Horse Bloodstock Insurance.

With the 2024 Cheltenham Festival just days away, Charlotte Greenway recaps on all the interviews this week with connections of runners over the four days including Gordon Elliott (Irish Point, Brighterdaysahead, Sire Du Berlais,Gerri Colombe, American Mike); Anthony Bromley (El Fabiolo, Hunters Yarn, Readin Tommy Wrong, Zarak The Brave); Harry Cobden (Stay Away Fay, Ginnys Destiny, Bravemansgame); Joseph O'Brien (Banbridge, Lark In The Mornin); Gary Moore (Nassalam); Michael O'Meara (Ethical Diamond).

Tom in for Nick and joined at the top of the show by jockey Harry Cobden. Harry talks of his chances of being crowned champion jockey and looks ahead to a plethora of good rides at next week’s Cheltenham Festival. Harry runs through his other likely rides and also urges us not to forget about last year’s Gold Cup runner-up Bravemansgame. We hear from Simon Munir & Isaac Souede’s racing manager Anthony Bromley about the double green army heading to Cheltenham next week and Lee Mottershead picks the bones out of both interviews and casts his eye ahead to the biggest week in jump racing. Lee and Tom then touch on the news of Rogues Gallery and trainer Tom Clover parting ways. We are joined by Sporting Life’s Dave Ord to look ahead to the weekend in association with Timeform. Plus we head to Matty Flynn O’Connor’s Ballycrystal Stables ahead of the Tattersalls Cheltenham Festival sale.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. With 5 days to the Cheltenham Festival, Nick reports from last night's preview event on likely running plans for the Rich Ricci stars, while Jane provides commentary on the supplementary of Iberico Lord to the Champion Hurdle. Joseph O'Brien joins the show to talk Banbridge and more, David Maxwell tells us of his excitement at his Grand National purchase, and trainer George Scott explains why he could win the Triple Crown tomorrow. Following the Kieren O'Neill case and the Curtis Wilson-Ruddock controversy, BHA Integrity and Regulation Director Tim Naylor answers the questions. Meanwhile, Simon Sweeting introduces our new series, Overbury People.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Cornelius Lysaght to look at the news and events from around the racing world today. First up, rider Kieren O'Neill tells Nick of the events surrounding his failed cocaine test at Southwell yesterday, and the accompanying confusion. Also on today's show, trainer Tom Ellis shares his excitement at resuming command of family Grand National horse Latenightpass in time for the big race, while Michael O'Meara - former trainer of Ethical Diamond - assesses the merits of the Triumph Hurdle market springer. Meanwhile Yorton Farm's David Futter looks ahead to the Weatherbys Festival Bloodstock Preview, JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, and Sam Davies Thomas brings you the weekly Point to Point wrap.

NIck is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop as the build up to the Cheltenham Festival intensifies. Gordon Elliott is first up today, with news of his likely Champion/Stayers' Hurdle teams plus the latest on a host of other stable stars and riding plans. Also on today's show, Harry Derham explains why he is unlikely to run Givemefive, Kim Bailey pays a deeply emotional tribute to retiring First Flow, while exiting GBR CEO Rod Street looks back on his 15 years in the role. Dullingham Park's Ollie Fowlston is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest, while Dan Barber joins the line-up with the Timeform perspective on those eleventh hour absentees from Festivals past.

Nick is joined by Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin today by discussing the non-participation of Constitution Hill in the Champion Hurdle, and hear from owner Michael Buckley. Also on today's show, an exclusive interview with investment consultant Vinay Bedi, who gives a unique perspective on the downfall of the John Dance business empire and calls on the BHA to realise the true value of Dance's equine assets so as his clients can be duly recompensed. Looking to Cheltenham, Gary Moore tells Nick why both Nassalam and Salver are bound for the Festival, while Marcus Armytage pays tribute to the late Mark Bradstock. Meanwhile, manager Danny Fantom and trainer George Boughey tell us why they are teaming up with new syndicate venture Century Racing.

With the 2024 Cheltenham Festival less than two weeks away, this week's episode looks to piece together some of the running plans for a few of the leading fancies with multiple options, starting with plans for Lossiemouth and Irish Point following Constitution Hill's below par workout this week; racing managers Joe Chambers and Robbie Power discuss their plans. Gavin Cromwell is still unsure where to send Flooring Porter as is Harry Fry with Gidleigh Park and Lucinda Russell is in the same boat with Ahoy Senor. Kim Bailey does however shares his preference for two of his horses in handicaps, likewise Richard Bandy. Finally, David Christie provides an update on his three intended runners in the hunter chase, which include favourite Ferns Lock.

Nick is joined by journalist and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Prompted by the conversation with trainer Kim Bailey at the top of today's show (in which he also discuses his Cheltenham hopefuls Trelawne and Chianti Classico), Nick calls the Countryside Alliance CEO Tim Bonner to talk through Labour's intention to ban trail and drag hunting, and the likely impact on point-to-pointing and racing as a whole. Also on today's show, Nick and Lydia take a look at the key speeches (Stewart Andrew and Andrew Rhodes) from yesterday's BGC AGM, while Ben 'Scoop' Linfoot has Something for the Weekend from Sportinglife.com. Also today, Nick wants your help raising funds for Weatherbys employee and rider Lucy Horan, 28, following her diagnosis with Stage 4 metastatic cancer.

Nick is joined by award winning Racing Post writer Jonathan Harding to gallop through today's racing headlines. They begin with the latest on Constitution Hill, followed by further musings following the parliamentary debate, for which they are joined by Tewkesbury MP Laurence Robertson, angling for an audience with the Prime Minister. The Cheltenham build up today begins with Lucinda Russell, who is trying to juggle her aces ahead of the big week. Also on the show, we talk to trainer Harry Fry about where he is headed with Gidleigh Park, to Richard Bandey about the very real possibility of a debut Festival success with Theatre Man, and to David Christie about a three pronged attack on the Hunter Chase, including favourite Ferns Lock. Robin Sharp from Houghton Bloodstock gives the first Perfect Power foals rave reviews, while Laura King drops in to give us the lowdown on Super Saturday in Meydan.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to canter through today's racing headlines from around the world. Continuing with Constitution Hill's troubling workout yesterday, Nick and Jane consider the likely outcomes, and hear from former trainer Tom Taaffe, who endured a very similar last minute scare en route to Kicking King's 2005 Gold Cup win. Joe Chambers rules out a Champion switch for Lossiemouth, while Robbie Power is more open to the idea with Irish Point. He also gives the lowdown on the whole Robcour string. Gavin Cromwell shares his thoughts on Flooring Porter and My Mate Mozzie'e respective targets, while ruling impressive Naas winner Bottler'ssecret out of the Festival. Also on today's show, Ben Atkins is here with the Thoroughbid Point to Point review, while JA McGrath reports from Hong Kong,and Tim Kent has the latest on the Goffs Breeze up sale, whose catalogue was published online yetserday.

Nick brings you today's podcast from the Hollow Bottom pub in Guiting Power, Glos, from the Cheltenham Handicap Weights launch, an event usurped by the news of Constitution Hill's disastrous gallop at Kempton, which subsequently threw up a dirty scope and a race against time to get the Champion Hurdle favourite to the race. The Sun's Jack Keene is on hand at Kempton to provide a report. Meanwhile the Mirror's David Yates provides insight for the remainder of the show, which includes a debrief on yesterday's events in parliament. Philip Davies MP joins Nick to discuss the likely impact of the debate as well as his own contribution. Also on today's show, we hear from David Porter-Mackrell, winner of employee of the year at the TIEA awards, Dan Barber looks at the 'straight to Aintree effect' in the Timeform Perspective, AJ O'Neill outlines plans for Monbeg Genius, while Swettenham Stud's Adam Sangster joins us from Australia for this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock trip.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead, who tells Nick how he busted a burgeoning black market bookmaker - costing racing and the exchequer millions - in a Racing Post sting. This on the day that Parliament is set to debate the affordability legislation. Nick and Lee wonder how well attended will be today's Westminster Hall debate. Also on today's show, trainer Stuart Williams offers support for Peter Savill's commercial plan, while HK trainer Danny Shum sings the praises of his stable hero Romantic Warrior after another battling success at the highest level, and Rossa Ryan explains how he steered Annaf to a barnstorming and hugely valuable win in Riyadh. Harriet Rochester tells us about today's Godolphin TIEA awards.

This week's Saturday Edition looks ahead to Saturday's National Hunt action from Kempton with Josh Moore and Sam Thompson before switching codes and previewing the Saudi Cup with trainer of the favourite Rick Duttrow as well hearing from Florent Geroux & Tim Easterby who has Art Power in the sprint.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world, focussing on this weekend's Saudi Cup, plus the action from the UK and Ireland. Also on today's show, syndicate manager Sam Hoskins lends support to the latest Peter Savill initiative, Juddmonte's Simon Mockridge gives the lowdown on the existing stallions as they reveal their mating plans, Paul Carberry remembers Bobby, Dave Ord gives us something for the weekend from SportingLife.com, and Hannah Smullen tells us about the Cancer Trials Ireland Cheltenham Preview Night.

Nick is back - and hosts today's podcast from Riyadh ahead of the Saudi Cup. He is joined by Racing Post writer Maddy Playle, who provides commentary and analysis as well as a look ahead to this weekend's racing at home and abroad. Nick also catches up with betting and political expert Neil Channing about a range of subjects in the news, including Digital casino stake sizes, the Coral data breach, Starmer's likely stance on gambling and British racing's attempted courtship of the Labour Party. In Riyadh, Nick talks to Florent Geroux, rider of aptly named Saudi Crown, to Art Power's trainer Tim Easterby and to owner Gary Alsopp, living an international dream with Roberto Escobarr. In the UK, trainer Sam Thomas looks ahead to an exciting weekend at Kempton.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by trainer Gavin Cromwell who now has the favourite for the Randox Grand National after yesterday’s weights reveal. Josh Moore is also along to assess the chances of Nassalam in the race and he looks ahead to the weekend with a couple of live chances in the Graded action at Kempton. Rishi Persad gives his views on the National weights and this weekend’s racing as well as the news of the Horse Welfare board’s horse census, yet to be published, where we welcome in new board member Kate Sigsworth to talk of the HWB’s role and challenges ahead. Plus we check in on the world of pointing with Ben Atkins in association with ThoroughBid.

On Tuesday 20th February, Charlotte Greenway fills in for Nick and has Dave Yates of the the Daily Mirror alongside. Dave considers why cheltenham's ticket sales might be down and whether it's time they adjusted their pricing structure and also take a look at a couple of Grand National contenders ahead of the weights today. Jordan Gainford is set to return from injury this week, all being well and looks forward to reuniting with Hewick in the Gold Cup. This week's Timeform perspective with Dan Barber studies the Stayers' Hurdle and for the Weatherby's Bloodstock Segment, we visit Coolagown Stud in Ireland run by Dave Stack.

To kick off the week, Charlotte Greenway is joined by Lee Mottershead of the Racing Post to dissect Pic D'Orhy's success in the Grade 1 Ascot Chase and the ride given to the winner as well as those in behind. Lee also discusses his article in the Post this weekend that criticises how races are being run in Britain and the detrimental effect this can have on the sport and young horses in this country. Ben Pauling reflects on his treble at Ascot on Saturday and provides an update on his novice hurdlers heading to Cheltenham while jockeys' Kit Alexander and Saffie Osbourne join the show following their big race successes over the weekend at Haydock and Dubai/Qatar respectively.

Charlotte Greenway recaps on a couple of interviews from this week ahead of tomorrow's Betfair Ascot Chase with L'Homme Presse's owner Andy Edwards and also Pic D'Orhy's jockey Harry Cobden. Harry also discusses some of his other runners on the card while Anthony Honeyball picks out his three leading hopes at Ascot/Haydock on Saturday. Finally, an extract from Episode 2 of Nick Luck Daily USA with Stuart Janney III.

With Jamie Moore announcing his retirement from the saddle yesterday, Charlotte Greenway kicks off the show by catching up with him and discussing this decision as well as what the future might hold. Charlotte's joined throughout the show by the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding who looks ahead to this weekend's racing from Ascot, Haydock and Wincanton. Ahead of the Grade 1 Ascot Chase, Harry Cobden shares why he believes Pic D'Orhy might be able to get the better L'Homme Presse and Dave Ord looks at the L'Homme Presse from a Timeform perspective as a Gold Cup hope. Finally, Gemma Waterhouse, Racing Welfare COO, announces the fundraising challenges they have planned for 2024.

Today, Charlotte Greenway is in for Nick and begins by paying tribute to the remarkable Maureen Mullins in the company of Ted Walsh and Jane Mangan, who has more than left her mark in the sport of horse racing from so many perspectives. Anthony Honeyball joins the show to discuss his three runners on Saturday, all of whom are in with a shout including the top rated in the Grade 2 Reynoldstown Novice Chase. Then Simon Sweeting, chairman of EBF, explains why they'll be supporting the high value developmental races on the flat this year and finally Laura King brings us the latest news from Dubai and looks at why Meydan has become a training hub for horses heading to the big meetings in Qatar and Saudi.

Tom in for Nick and initially joined by Arc and Classic winning trainer Carlos Laffon-Parias who has announced he’ll be retiring at the end of the season. Carlos reflects on his decision as well as giving an update on some of his stable stars for the year ahead. Tom is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad and Rishi, who sits on the Flat Pattern Committee, talks of disappointment at both the City of York Stakes and the Long Distance Cup being refused Group 1 status. Daragh Ó Conchúir is along to spaeak about his RTE article highlighting that a file has been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions after the 2021 doping raid in Kildare. Rishi and Tom then turn attentions to the weekend and are joined by L’Homme Presse owner Andy Edwards and Sounds Russian trainer Ruth Jefferson. Plus we have our regular pointing segment in association with ThoroughBid as Ben Atkins gives us the latest.

NIck is joined by Mirror man David Yates to canter through the racing headlines today. They lead with the story of Curtis Wilson-Ruddock, apprentice jockey diagnosed with ADHD, whose treatment for failing to provide a sample has incurred the wrath of PJA boss Paul Struthers, who joins the show. Also on today's show, the best of yesterday's media days with Willie Mullins and Share Hanlon, while Nick catches up with Shishkin's breeder Clive Bennett and his assistant Lucy Smith, plus the Timeform perspective from Dan Barber. Haras de Cercy's Andree Cypres is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest goings on in the world of horseracing. They reflect on the weekend action in the company of rider Tom Cannon, whose victory on Edwardstone was one of the highlights of the big Saturday fixture at Newbury. Also on the show, trainer Amy Murphy talks about her impressive Exeter winner Carole's Place, while bemoaning the BHA's inability to get races published sufficiently in advance for race planning. Richard Hobson outlines plans for Fugitif and Lord du Mesnil, while HK jockey Vincent Ho updates us on his own and Golden Sixty's rehab as both look to return from injury. Plus, America's Best Racing's Isabella Leslie tells of her adventure to ride in the C1 Championship camel race in Dubai, and there's a taster from our latest USA Feature interviews with Jockey Club Chair Stuart Janney.

In the second episode of this absorbing series with those who lead or seek to lead US horseracing during its most critical battle of ideas, Nick talks to the US Jockey Club Chairman Stuart Janney III. A scion of one of racing's most important dynasties, Janney has divided opinion sharply through his stewardship of its most august institution, particularly through his trenchant views on doping in the sport and his recent appearance on 60 minutes. Here, he gives Nick the unvarnished story of how he set about rooting out the most notorious dopers in US racing history with the help of private investigators. This, and much more: 02:30 The response to Mike Repole 07:47 Family background and entry into racing politics 12:00 Doping and the Servis/Navarro story 33:50 Baffert vs Churchill Downs 39:10 THAT 60 minutes Documentary 46:23 Breakdowns and future of Dirt vs Synthetic 50:46 The Triple Crown 53:21 Governance and Disunity

Luckily Newbury doesn't look like it's going to succumb to the miserable weather of late and Betfair Hurdle Day looks set to go ahead so that's the card Charlotte Greenway focuses on in this week's Saturday Edition. In the lead up to the feature race, Shishkin looks to get his career back on track in the Denman chase and we hear from his trainer Nicky Henderson as well as Dan Skelton who trains his chief market rival Protektorat, who's sure to love the ground. Nicky and Dan also discuss their Betfair Hurdle runners, and have seven between them while Anthony Bromley explains how favourite Ocastle Des Mottes is rated 6lbs lower in the UK than in Ireland for Willie Mullins. Finally, Fergal O'Brien shares his concerns over the ground for Kamsinas.

Nick is joined by broadcaster and journalist Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest goings on in the world of racing. They begin with the revelation that Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has held an audience with a group of high level racing officials and members of the Lords in an eleventh hour bid to check the progress of affordability checks, and has asked questions accordingly. Also on today's show, Nicky Henderson on Shishkin and more, while Sporting Life's Dave Ord gives us some background on the Timeform squiggle and whether Shishkin might get it removed this season. Victor Dartnall and Alan Johns join the show to talk about Aurigny Mill's Betfair Hurdle chances, while Swanbridge Bloodstock's Liz Lucas tells us about buying further into the 'Vega' family at Goffs. Nick and Lydia also discuss the Milton Harris appeal and the Newcastle scheduling farce.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world today. They begin this episode by focusing on the big race this weekend, and the apparently lenient handicap mark afforded to favourite Ocastle Des Mottes. Anthony Bromley, manager to owners Munir/Souede, joins the show to explain, and also gives the latest on Impaire et Passe while suggesting it's possible Caldwell Potter won't run at all this season for Paul Nicholls. Also on today's show, Dan Skelton spins through this weekend's entries, tells us why Protektorat is running more often, and gives us the running plans for his National contenders. Ollie Greenall has the latest positive bulletin on Cheltenham hope Iroko, while Laura King has all the news from Dubai.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the latest developments in the world of horseracing. Nick opens up this episode with an interview with Constitution Hill's owner Michael Buckley, who confirms the horse's wellbeing and answers questions on his campaigning. Also on today's show, Hughie Morrison explains why he's having a fifth crack at the Champion Hurdle with veteran Not So Sleepy, and has plenty more to say besides, while Fergal O'Brien looks ahead to the Betfair Hurdle with Kamsinas, plus brings news of Dysart Enos and Crambo. Our new Point to Point weekly update begins in association with Thoroughbid and the Pointing Pointers website, while JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong.