Nick Luck Daily Podcast is a daily horse racing show hosted by broadcaster Nick Luck. It covers racing news, previews, results, and interviews with figures from the sport. Episodes often discuss major meetings, betting angles, and analysis for listeners following UK and international racing.
Episodes
Ep 1656 - Former top rider Tom O'Brien dies aged 39
The programme begins with the very sad news that former jockey Tom O’Brien, a multiple Grade 1 winner and Cheltenham Festival winner, has died aged just 39. Johnson White, who worked alongside Tom for around two decades at Philip Hobbs and Johnson White’s yard, pays tribute to “the life and soul of any get-together”, and Oli Bell, who joins Nick for today’s show, remembers a loyal stalwart of the
Ep 1655 - Inside Information case is “Black and White”, says Derham
Nick is in Bahrain, with Jane Mangan alongside him. The programme begins with the very sad news that apprentice rider Izzy Neale has died aged just 22, following a fall at Warren in New South Wales on Sunday. Harry Derham explains why he reported a senior member of his staff to the BHA for passing on inside information, a case that has ended in a two-year disqualification. He also discusses Crista
Ep 1654 - Walsh hails “Tiger Woods of amateur riders” as O’Connor retires
Nick is in Bahrain ahead of Friday’s Bahrain International Trophy, the kingdom’s first international Group 1. The Daily Mirror’s David Yates joins him to look back on a big weekend of jumps racing. At Naas, Kopek Des Bordes was beaten at 1-4 by Irish Panther, Love Me Tender and Anzadam won for Willie Mullins, and Champion Bumper hero The Mourne Rambler had to work hard to win his maiden hurdle. Te
The Saturday Edition - Ep 212
Charlotte Greenway brings you this week’s Saturday Edition, starting at Aintree ahead of tomorrow’s action. Joe Tizzard updates us on Champion Hurdle fourth Alexei ahead of the William Hill Molyneux Hurdle, and Paul Nicholls looks forward to No Drama This End’s chasing debut in the Boodles Rising Stars Novices’ Chase. Then it’s down under for the final day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival at Flemingt
Ep 1653 - Autumn in Spring
Nick is in Melbourne on the eve of Champions Day, the final day of the carnival. First, Neil Channing reacts to Betfred founder Fred Done carrying out his threat to pull sponsorship of all five British Classics. He warns that it won’t be the last sponsor to walk away while betting shops keep closing, and he gives his view on Bradley Walsh’s Channel 4 gambling show. Back home, the jumps season real
Ep 1652 - Don't Stop The Carnival
Nick is at Flemington on Crown Oaks Day, joined by the Racing Post’s Lee Mottershead. Lee reflects on a Melbourne Cup week that has the carnival “very much on the up again”, Proxima Dea’s dominant Oaks win and Dom Sutton’s success with Sulek in the Country Final for Grand National-winning owner Stuart Andrew. Legendary Las Vegas oddsmaker Roxy Roxborough tells the remarkable story of a life spent
Ep 1651 - Billy in blue
Tom in for Nick and joined initially by Godolphin CEO Hugh Anderson who reflects on the appointment of champion jockey Billy Loughnane as Godolphin retained rider, alongside William Buick. Rishi Persad gives his view on the appointment noting the absence of any hierarchy within the new retained positions. Rishi also reflects on his experience at the Breeders’ Cup and assess the possible futures of
Ep 1650 - Maher, Maher, Maher... How do you Like It?
Recorded from Flemington Racecourse in the aftermath of the Melbourne Cup, won impressively by Point of Law. Nick is joined by his co host Adam Peacock throughout as he also catches up with winning owner Johnny O'Neil and winning trainer Ciaron Maher, who also had the 2-3-5. Cairon's CEO Sam Cavanough shares what it means for the whole team, whislt Dylan Browne McMonagle reflects on his fourth pla
Ep 1649 - Breeders’ Cup Reflections & a Multi-Million Dollar Plunge
Nick is in transit between Kentucky and Melbourne today, but before he left he caught up with NBC’s Matt Bernier to reflect on Breeders’ Cup 43. The favourites ruled the weekend, and Matt explains why that made it a frustrating two days for American punters but a memorable one for the sport. They also discuss Sovereignty’s farewell in the Classic, T O Elvis’s extraordinary Sprint win over Englishm
Ep 1648 - Breeders' Cup Insight Special
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-
Ep 1647 - Breeders' Cup 2026 Gallops Special ft. Francis-Henri Graffard, Andrew Balding & more
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 Pres
Ep 1646 - Kentucky Dreaming
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, Geo
Ep 1645 - Keeneland at Dawn
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
Ep 1644 - Buckley: Constitution "knockers" should "wind their necks in"
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
Ep 1643 - The Dylan World Tour
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 i
Ep 1642 - Breeders' Cup Entries - Euro Special
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
Ep 1641 - Has racing escaped another tax cataclysm?
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
Ep 1640 - The Simon Cox Interview
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.
Ep 1639 - Ombudsman set for Breeders' Cup
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
The Saturday Edition- Ep 211
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.
Ep 1638 - Who are the Champions?
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.
Ep 1637 - Done doubles down on racing tax threats
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 beginnin
Ep 1636 - Skelton juggernaut rolls through fastest ton
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 Ca
Ep 1635 - Why Cheltenham must solve mystery of missing CCTV
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
Ep 1634 - Appleby hands Ascot a TONY award
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 Kalp
Ep 1633 - A morning with George Scott
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 st
Ep 1632 - LIVE from Tattersalls Book 1
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 t
Ep 1631 - Hayes plays down Ka Ying concerns
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 Ham
Ep 1630 - Book One: Theatre of Dreams
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
Ep 1629 - Daryz ’Tis History
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 Britis
The Saturday Edition - Ep 210
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 Yechanc
Ep 1628 - More than the Draw for Moore?
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. Als
Ep 1627 - Arc Angels: Graffard, Willoughby, Chapman
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 pro
Ep 1626 - A Keane Eye
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 suppl
Ep 1625 - Racing fights to be heard at Labour Conference
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
Ep 1624 - The Celebrations that Rocked The Curragh
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,
The Saturday Edition - Ep 209
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Ep 1623 - Drought plays havoc with jumps fixtures
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 ch
Ep 1622 - Saffie “seriously excited” for Hong Kong stint
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 o
Ep 1621 - Boughey releases Heroes
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 Hal
Ep 1620 - Gosden: Dry Spell could send Ombudsman to Ascot
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 Cha
Episode 1619 - Sheikh Ahmed al Maktoum dies at 76
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 re
The Saturday Edition - Ep 208
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
Ep 1618 - Belmont is Back
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 You
Ep 1617 - Even the Lords are having a pop!
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, warni
Ep 1616 - Does Haggas Hotpot breathe different Ayr?
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 hopeful
Ep 1615 - Star Filly set for Sales Ring
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
Ep 1614 - What next for Toast of Town Moor?
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 C
The Saturday Edition - Ep 207
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 al
Ep 1613 - Will a River run through it?
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
Ep 1612 - Can Osborne make Classic history?
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 wh
Ep 1611 - Building Emmet's Empire
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. Plu
Ep 1610 - Is Walker star hiding in plain sight AGAIN?
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,
Ep 1609 - How do you rate Rising?
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 reflect
The Saturday Edition - Ep 206
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'B
Ep 1608 - Coppull team face "difficult" decision ahead of Sprint Cup
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 befor
Ep 1607 - Third time lucky for Kind of Blue?
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
Ep 1606 - Cruddace comes out swinging on LBO tax
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 interv
Ep 1605 - Melbourne dream still alive for Constitution Hill
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, whil
Ep 1604 - BALLYDOYLE SPECIAL: Aidan cranking up for golden autumn
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 wh
The Saturday Edition - Ep 205
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.
Ep 1603 - Mullins hails "extraordinary" champion
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
Ep 1602 - The Fixture Twist... There Isn't One
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 Win
Ep 1601 - Browne, Brown & Brown
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-P
SPECIAL - The John Sikura Interview
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.
Ep 1600 - Could Joseph run TEN in the Melbourne Cup?
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,
Ep 1599 - EXCL: Bet365 boss Denise Coates spends 580k on horse with Skelton
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 r
Ep 1598 - LIVE from York: Ebor Festival Day 4
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 fr
Ep 1597 - LIVE from York: Ebor Festival Day 3
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 t
Ep 1596 - LIVE from York: Ebor Festival Day 2
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 ab
Ep 1595 - LIVE from York: Ebor Festival Day 1
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
Ep 1594 - Unload and Reload
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 Almaqa
Ep 1593- Funding Crisis: Is Project Pace back on the table?
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 a
The Saturday Edition - Ep 204
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Ep 1592 - William Tells
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 Cau
Ep 1591 - What can we expect from the new Gambling Minister?
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
Ep 1590 - Boughey explains shock Bow Echo retirement
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 offe
Ep 1589 - EXCLUSIVE: Amo goes Jumping
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 Co
Ep 1588 - The Champ is BACK!
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’
The Saturday Edition - Ep 203
The Saturday Edition - Ep 203 by Nick Luck
