Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead, Racing Post Senior Writer, to discuss all the day's racing news, leading with the imminent comeback of ex-Godolphin trainer Mahmood al-Zarooni, who has served eight years for giving horses anabolic steroids. Nick and Lee examine how the BHA and Godolphin might feel about his return to the international fray. Also in this episode, Nick talks to Jamie Osborne and his apprentice rider daughter Saffie about the horrific social media abuse that she received which Jamie subsequently posted and reported to police. Later, Nick talks to Levy Board CEO Alan Delmonte, who talks about the distribution of the government's winter payments and the marginal effect of a fifth Cheltenham Day on the Levy.

Ep 254 - How should racing feel about Al Zarooni's comeback?

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Maddy Playle to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world. Henry de Bromhead pays tribute to A Plus Tard while also suggesting a date for Envoi Allen at Thurles this weekend. The Clerks at Ascot, Taunton and Haydock have their say as to the weekend's weather prospects, while trainer Richard Hobson looks forward to Lingfield with stable star Fugitif. Ollie Greenall explains why Iroko is back in the Festival picture, while Tom Scudamore remembers owner Peter Deal, who died yesterday. Thady Gosden brings us news on Lord North, seeking a remarkable fourth win in the Dubai Turf in March, while Laura King has this week's update from the emirate. Ellerslie Park Executive GM Craig Baker tells Nick about NZ Racing's biggest ever development project.

Ep 918 - A Plus Tard retired

Nick is joined by Racing Post writer Jonathan harding to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They get the latest from Lingfield, battling very cold temperatures, with clerk Stephanie Wethered, while Gary Moore joins the show to tell us about Editeur Du Gite's likely repeat should the Clarence House be restaged at Cheltenham. In an extensive interview with RCA CEO David Armstrong, Nick drills into a mixed set of racecourse attendance results from 2023, while broadcaster Lizzie Greenwood-Hughes joins the show to discuss the British Horse Society's road safety initiative, and Old Gold Racing's Ed Seyfried tells us how he's raising funds for Cervical Cancer Week and brings us an update on star mare Apple Away.

Ep 919 - Groundhog Day for Clarence House?

With the possibility of racing still going ahead at Lingfield on Sunday Charlotte Greenway brings you an interview from earlier in the week with Gavin Cromwell on why he enjoys targeting this meeting and a word on his mare Only By Night who's set to run in the novice hurdle on Sunday. Henry de Bromhead pays tribute to A Plus Tard as it was announced this week that he had been retired and also looks ahead to the clash this weekend between Envoi Allen and Allaho.
Looking further ahead Gary Moore explains why he'll likely run Editeur du Gite in the Clarence House Chase, should it be rearranged for Cheltenham next weekend and Ollie Greenall explains why Iroko has been handed a couple of Festival entires when we thought he was out for the season.
Finally, Fergal O'Brien shares details on how we can help Richard 'Sparky' Bevis who's currently in an induced coma following a serious accident last weekend.

The Saturday Edition - Ep. 108

Nick is joined by broadcaster Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the racing news from around the world today. With the official juvenile classifications for 2023 released today, Nick talks to Aidan O'Brien about plans for his champions City of Troy and Opera Singer, whilst he also has a bulletin on Pegasus Turf favourite Warm Heart. BHA 2yo handicapper Graeme Smith provides historical context and shows his working. Elsewhere, racing managers Anthony Bromley and Joe Chambers look ahead to the weekend and beyond, the former particularly interesting on Unibet Hurdle entry Impaire et Passe. Jockey Chris Ward tells us of his new career with Deborah Cole and their hopes for Flight Deck in the Cleeve Hurdle, while our Weatherbys Bloodstock element is devoted to first season sires, and features Fitzdares' Sam Hockenhull and Far Above's stallion master Jack Cantillon.

Ep 921 - Will City of Troy have transatlantic campaign?

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. With the news that star French filly Blue Rose Cen is moving stables, Nick talks to Jour de Galop's Adrien Cugnasse for more, and to her new trainer Maurizio Guarnieri. Also on today's show, Nick and Jane talk through this weekend's jumping plus the prestigious Gowran fixture tomorrow. Sam Curling, who sends out his Festival winner in the Thyestes Chase, drops in for a bulletin and also talks about his early handling of Marine Nationale and others. Later in the show, Rishi joins us from South Africa, JA McGrath has the latest in Hong Kong, while Charlotte talks Equinox with Christophe Lemaire after their World's Best Racehorse Award. Nick and Jane also update on the latest rumblings in the ongoing sagas of Kentucky Derby winners Maximum Security and Medina Spirit.

Ep 922 - Star filly in shock stable switch

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest goings on in the racing world. They lead with some fascinating developments ahead of Saturday's racing, and Nick gets the lowdown in an extended interview with Nicky Henderson on the latest jockey situation plus news on all the stars out this weekend. Harry Cobden also has high hopes of a big day at Cheltenham, and spins through his seven fancied rides. In Florida, Nick catches up with renowned veteran journalist Jay Privman for his thoughts on recent cases surrounding Kentucky Derby winners Maximum Security and Medina Spirit, while Laura King previews tomorrow's action from Meydan. Nick and Lee also discuss the withdrawal of Theleme from the Stayers Hurdle plus examine the BHA's decision not to pursue limiting trainers' runners in big handicaps.

Ep 923 - Bowen steps in as de Boinville is forced to stop

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan. They wrap up all the weekend action, and get contributions from Jamie Snowden, who discusses the highs and lows of Saturday, plus looks ahead to another Grade One this weekend. Emmet Mullins talks Noble Yeats, Corbetts Cross and Jeroboam Machin, while owner Tom Ryan reflects on the success of National Treasure in the Pegasus World Cup. Ed Babington tells Nick how he hopes to turn 5,000 gns into a whole lot more at Tattersalls, while Sophie Buckley previews the TBA stallion parade.

Ep 925 - Lossiemouth set for Champion Hurdle (in France)

Nick is joined by journalist and television presenter Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest goings on in the world of Horseracing. With the novice chase divisions threatening to really take shape this weekend, Paul Nicholls considers how he might play his best hand with Stay Away Fay, Hermes Allen and Ginny's Destiny. Also on today's show, Noel George underlines Il Est Francais plans, which don't include Cheltenham, while Kim Bailey looks forward to applying headgear to stable star Trelawne in the Grade One Scilly Isles. From Ireland ahead of the Dublin Racing Festival, Nick chats to Sean Graham, who discusses Ile Atlantique, Bunting and sidelined Energumene on behalf of owner Tony Bloom, and JJ Slevin ahead of his Irish Gold Cup ride on Fastorslow. Ciaràn de Barra of Bellewstown Diamond Stud joins the show as our Weatherbys guest to discuss his new stallion Marie's Diamond.

Ep 926 - How does Nicholls shuffle novice pack?

Nick is joined by broadcaster Rishi Persad to discuss the latest goings on in the racing world. They lead with the much-anticipated clash between star novices Gaelic Warrior and Marine Nationale at the upcoming Dublin Racing Festival, and get the thoughts of the latter's owner/trainer Barry Connell. Also on today's show, Nick talks to Patrick Veitch about his new tie-up with Tony Bloom. Veitch also offers some interesting general commentary about ownership and betting in the UK, and Nick gets the views of punter and political analyst Neil Channing, particularly on the parliamentary debate scheduled for Feb 26th. Nick tracks down Lossiemouth's breeder, Ian Kellit, while JA McGrath is along for his weekly take on events in Hong Kong.

Ep 927 - Can Gaelic get Marine off the bridle?

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to look at the latest news from around the racing world today. With the Grand National entries released, Nick talks to Gordon Elliott, who has no fewer than 26 of the long range engagements. Elliott advocates for multiple entries, talks about the Mullins dominance of the DRF, and reflects on yesterday's dispersal sale. Also on today's show, agent Tessa Greatrex also looks back on goings on at Fairyhouse yesterday as she stepped in for some high profile purchases, while trainer Ben Pauling and Newbury Clerk George Hill look ahead to this weekend, and Timeform's Dan Barber offers perspective on the performances of Ballyburn and others at the DRF. Frank Dorff from Gestut Röttgen is the Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

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