Ep 1125 - Alastair Down 1956 - 2024

Nick is joined by David Yates to remember Alastair Down, the finest racing writer of his generation, who died yesterday at the age of 68. Also on today's show, Nick has the final word on the Breeders' Cup at Del Mar in the company of Kevin Blake, who also put his case as regards the controversial vet withdrawals that have once again impacted on events in Melbourne and in California. Plus, trainers Ger Lyons, who has some interesting views on racing at Newmarket as well as his own Breeders' Cup runner Magnum Force, and George Boughey join the show from Del Mar. Meanwhile, TIEA Community Award winner Lauren Semple tells Nick how this year's success has helped her crucial work to continue.