Nick is joined by broadcaster and journalist Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the news and events from around the racing world. They look at all the highlights and areas for improvement from a highly enjoyable week at Glorious Goodwood, while trainer Michael Dods reflects on an historic victory in the Stewards' Cup for dual winner Commanche Falls. In an in-depth interview, Tote UK CEO Alex Frost answers questions on the commingled WorldPool enterprise and finds out just how much this is generating for British racing. Also on today's show, Andrew Morris, who operates the Ursa Major syndicate, tells Nick of his disappointment at his horse Kath's Toyboy's demotion at Lingfield on Saturday night and gives notice of his intentions to appeal.

Ep 539 - So why all the fuss about WorldPool?

Nick is joined by journalist and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world today. They reflect on the Group One action from France yesterday and consider the growing standing of the Ballydoyle juveniles as they prepare to take on some of the best Godolphin recruits this autumn. They examine the apparently disappointing European debut of Verry Elleegant, while Nick talks to Graham Motion about the sparkling US comeback of Ascot runner-up Spenderella in the Del Mar Oaks and to Ian Williams, who is now eyeing up a Melbourne Cup tilt with Ebor runner-up Alfred Boucher. Nick and Lydia cast their eye over the Sunday Times report of the latest developments in the dispute involving leading jumps trainer Dan Skelton, while they look back over the detail of last week's Gambling Commission censure of betting giant Entain and ask what it should mean for the industry. Goffs UK MD Tim Kent previews the Doncaster Premier Yearling Sale and talks about a mission to reemphasise the sale's brand identity.

Ep 554 - Are we set for Blue on Blue two year old showdown?

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV analyst Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world today. They lead with the imbalance in fixtures in the UK today, and ask whether the need to create an enforced break for jockeys is a real one. Ben Pauling, a jumps trainer with great success this season, joins the conversation. Nick and Jane also question whether the Arc really is the toughest target for Baaeed, discuss the loss of the Cazoo sponsorship of the Derby and pick through the case of Ado McGuinness failing to present a horse for a mandatory dope test after a race at the Curragh. Nick also talks to Ollie Sangster, who is about to take up training at his family's historic Manton home. Later in the show, trainer Nick Alexander tells Nick how his team has picked up the Lycetts Leadership Award, while Ameeta Mehra from Usha Stud gives us the lowdown on the scene in India and talks about her extraordinary run of recent success.

Ep 555 - Why is there so much Summer Jumping?

Nick is joined by journalist and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news and developments from around the Horseracing world today. They lead with the very odd case of Ten Ten Twenty, the horse who failed a dope test whose result was only published subsequent to the horse's sale to new connections. New trainer DJ Jeffreys tells Nick his reaction to finding out the news only this week. In a further twist, the horse has been well backed for a hurdle race at Worcester tonight, as Nick finds out to his cost. Also on today's show, Nick and Lydia reflect on the retirement of State of Rest and the implications for the Cox Plate in the company of Channel 7's Jason Richardson, Aidan O'Brien joins the show to give an update on Little Big Bear and Luxembourg, while Flightline's co-owner Stephanie Hronis talks to Nick about the inaugural Horse Racing Women's Summit at Santa Anita Park.

Ep 561 - The Curious Case of Ten Ten Twenty

Nick is joined by broadcaster and journalist Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the news and events from around the racing world today. They lead today on the implications of the news in today's Racing Post that Michael O'Leary's Gigginstown operation had sent horses to Willie Mullins again after a beak of six years. Also on the today's edition, more reflection from the weekend, as Moyglare Stud's Fiona Craig casts doubt on an Arc bid for Kyprios and remains confident in Homeless Songs. Also, Brae Sokolski, owner of Verry Elleegant, talks extensively about his reaction to the star mare's third in the Prix Foy at the weekend and her options for the remainder of the season. Trainer and Breeder Dave Weston is along for National Racehorse week, while Keeneland's Ed Prosser is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest to coincide with the opening day of Keeneland's marathon September sale.

Ep 570 - What does the Gigginstown/Mullins reunion mean?

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They discuss the Arc de Triumph and all the weekend entailed, from the controversy surrounding Christophe Soumillon on Friday to the superb and hugely popular victory of Alpinista in Europe's most celebrated race. Nick talks to rider Luke Morris and groom Annabel Willis about a truly unforgettable day for all. Also on today's show, ex-Prescott assistant William Haggas explains why this victory was so popular and also reflects on the success of Sea La Rosa in the Prix Royallieu, Neil Callan discusses his season and his future through the prism of his Group One victory on Saturday, Nick recaps the US action over the weekend, while Lydia tips her hat to The Platinum Queen, Kyprios and Kinross, all of whom were superb at Longchamp.

Ep 570 - What does the Gigginstown/Mullins reunion mean?

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