Nick and Lee Mottershead, senior writer from the Racing Post, join the racing and wider community in a short note support for BBC and Racecourse commentator John Hunt after the senseless and truly tragic events of Tuesday night. The podcast will resume as usual on Friday.
Nick is joined by ITV and Sky Sports Racing presenter Matt Chapman for a canter through today's racing headlines. Amongst today's guests are Karl Burke, who has news of his team for Super Saturday including July Cup fancy, Swingalong and also news on his returning heroes, Fallen Angel and Elite Status, who is set to reappear in next week's Hackwood Stakes at Newbury. Also on today's show, Nick catches up with Eamon O'Connor, founder of racing syndicate Quantum Leap whose Tamfana has been supplem...
Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show, trainer Kevin Ryan looks to this weekend's July Cup and far beyond with Inisherin, while giving his thoughts on Super Saturday and the pressures it puts on staff. Also today, we hear from Paddy Twomey about the chances of A Lilac Rolla in Friday's Group One feature at HQ, while Nick, Jane and Timeform's Dan Barber tidy up the City of Troy conversation in light of the n...
Nick is joined by David Yates from the Daily Mirror to discuss the latest from around the racing and bloodstock world. They begin by discussing the victory of City of Troy in the Coral Eclipse, another performance which divided opinion sharply. Also on today's show, Ed Crisford has a positive bulletin on July Cup fancy Vandeek, while trainer Oliver Cole has news of an injury to stable star Royal Scotsman. Adrien Cugnasse wraps up the Prix Jean Prat and the significance of a 1-2 for trainer Jean ...
It's Coral Eclipse day at Sandown tomorrow and we hear from Aidan O'Brien on why Epsom Derby winner, City of Troy, has come here rather than contesting last weekend's Irish Derby whilst Roger Teal is confident that Derby 6th Dancing Gemini can at least get closer to City Of Troy tomorrow and his new jockey Kieran Shoemark looks forward to the ride. Finally, ahead of the Group 1 Prix Jean Prat at Deauville on Sunday, Adrien Cugnasse selects those in the field that have caught his eye.
Nick is joined by broadcaster and writer Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin by discussing the election result and assess the casualties and possible future allies for the sport. Nick talks to Cllr Andy Drummond, Deputy Chair of West Suffolk Conservatives about the election of Nick Timothy to the seat that includes most of Newmarket. Also on today's show, Aidan O'Brien with final thoughts on City of Troy's Eclipse bid, plus Andrew Cooper with a going ...
Nick Luck and Neil Channing with a morning-after-reaction to the Labour Landslide, Tory Meltdown, Lib Deb Gains and many more stories through the prism of the predictions and recommendations through the seven episodes of the popular new podcast series.
Nick is joined by the Mirror's David Yates to look at the latest news from around the racing world and first off hear from Al Shaqab's Ali Begley on why Breeders Cup Juvenile Turf winner, Unquestionable, has moved yards. With it being election day, Nick and David look at how the result may affect racing in the company of Neil Channing and also who's likely to win seats in key racing constituencies before Nick and David discuss the latest in the war between Flutter and ARC. Also today, Adrien Cug...
Nick Luck and Neil Channing with a Polling Day Special edition of the Political Betting Podcast, crystallising thoughts, analysing the final polls, recapping all the bets recommended through the series so far and adding a couple more. William Kedjanyi has his round up from around the country.
Ep 1038 - Rudderless Racing Takes a Bath by Nick Luck
Nick Luck, Neil Channing and Star Sports' William Kedjanyi begin to consolidate their thoughts as the clock ticks down on the 2024 Election campaign. Neil has more recommendations: this time predicting a win for Lee Anderson in Ashfield and a massive Labour swing in Bridlington and the Wolds. Desperately searching for any sign of a Tory stronghold, Neil identifies a pocket of the Midlands that may stay resolutely blue. Our special guest today is Political broadcaster and journalist Peter Oborne,...
Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Ahead of the Coral Eclipse, Roger Teal explains to Nick why Kieran Shoemark will ride Dancing Gemini, while the jockey himself expresses his delight and also talks at some length about his ride on Emily Upjohn in the Pretty Polly Stakes. George Murphy gives an update on White Birch, whose participation on Saturday is still in the balance. Also on today's show, Billy Nash provides the T...
Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to review the weekend action and look at all the latest from around the racing world. On the show today, William Haggas toys with options for Economics, while paying tribute to Dubai Honour's Group One success in France. Irish Derby second and third James Fanshawe and David Menuisier discuss what might be next for their respective stars, while Brian Meehan sticks to plan 'A' with Jayarebe and Rashabar as both are set for Deauville next month. The TBA CEO Clare Shepp...
Nick Luck and Neil Channing return for Episode 5 of the Political Betting show in the run-up to the UK General Election 2024. Under duress to dig out any value in the hyper-efficient markets for Labour Gains, Neil finally polishes his gem in a seat where the Tories have a near 20,000 majority. Also in this episode, why the opaque picture in Scotland could still throw up a clear win for the SNP in West Aberdeen, and why personality politics could play their part in a key DUP/UUP marginal in North...
This week’s Saturday Edition looks ahead to Irish Derby weekend at the Curragh and first up is Saturday’s Group 1, the Pretty Polly Stakes for fillies and mares. We hear from trainer of two leading fancies, Bluestocking and Stay Alert in Ralph Beckett and Hughie Morrison while Philip von Ullman discusses intriguing runner Tasmania and why his family chose to move her from being trainer in France last season, to Sir Mark Prescott’s yard in Newmarket this year. Then onto the Derby and Roger Varian...
Nick is joined by David Yates to look over all the latest news from around the racing world. They begin by talking to Brian Ellison about his lifelong quest to win the Northumberland Plate, in which he is doubly represented tomorrow. Also on today's show, owner Philip Ullman from Gestut Schlenderhan explains why Tasmania is now in the care of Sir Mark Prescott as she contests this weekend's Pretty Polly Stakes, while Bluestocking's trainer Ralph Beckett also has his say. Later in the show, sport...
Nick Luck and Neil Channing with an impromptu fourth episode of the new political betting podcast, which found itself in the eye of the storm after Philip Davies MP appeared on the show earlier in the week, just 24 hours before his name was added to the unfolding gambling scandal. In this episode, Nick and Neil try to unravel the strands of this story and attempt to answer what might be best practice. After William Kedjanyi from Star Sports gives his latest update, Neil explains why he has not r...
Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They lead with the news of a major sponsorship deal which sees bookmaker Betfred take all 5 Classics and add a £2m bonus for a Triple Crown winner. Nick talks to Betfred founder Fred Done. Also on today's show, with Coolmore adding runners to the Irish Derby for the benefit of WorldPool, Nick asks Tote CEO Alex Frost about the revenue uplift for the Curragh generated by extra horses. Nick and...
Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead to look ahead to racing weekend whilst they also address the distressing news from Newton Abbot yesterday that saw four horses lose their lives independently. With the racing this weekend in mind, we hear from David Menuisier who has Sunway in the Irish Derby and Oliver St Lawrence weighs up whether Royal Ascot winner Pledgeofallegiance will take his place in the Northumberland Plate. Naohiro Goda looks at the Japanes...
Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They lead with the Irish Derby this weekend, and talk Ambiente Friendly vs Los Angeles, while trainer Roger Varian gives a positive bulletin on Matsuri, while outlining immediate plans for this season's Group One winners Charyn and Elmalka. Also on today's show, Australian Bloodstock's Jamie Lovett tells us about the purchase of Sayedati Sadati and the horse's future in the Uk and Aus, while Michae...
Nick Luck and Neil Channing return for Episode 3 of the new Political Betting Podcast. With nine days until Election 2024, they discuss how much the Tories' own fondness for a punt has cost Rishi Sunak, and ask whether his own seat could be in jeopardy. They also pick apart a three way marginal in Scotland, predict an against-the-odds win for a Tory grandee, and ask whether the legacy of Theresa May will be enough to save Maidenhead for the Conservatives. With contributions from Philip Davies MP...
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They reflect on 5 superb days at Royal Ascot with guests Francis Graffard and Harry Charlton, both of whom experienced triumph and frustration at the Royal meeting, while they consider the positive impact left by the fixture as a whole. At the top of the show today, Nick and Lydia are joined by ex-Beeb correspondent Cornelius Lysaght to examine whether the corporation's decision to bin daily racing tips is signifi...
Nick is joined by David Yates for a special Day 5 micropod from Royal Ascot. Lisa Tan brings style, while Jamie Benson has Worldpool news and Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective.
Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop on Day 4 of Royal Ascot. They review Gold Cup day, with perspective from Timeform's David Johnson, and set up the Coronation Stakes and Commonwealth Cup. Also on today's show, Peter Molony rails against the proposed changes to the Mares' Hurdle at Cheltenham, Charlotte Mills from Moonee valley looks forward to welcoming Ascot heroes to the Cox Plate, Jamie Benson has Worldpool news, while Lisa catches up with ITV fashion guru Mark Heyes, and Neil Phillips has wine.
Nick Luck is joined at Royal Ascot by ITV presenter Matt Chapman to discuss the latest news. They debate the merits of Auguste Rodin's Prince of Wales's success, ask what is next for Inspiral, consider the fortunes of Kieran Shoemark, and talk to Philippa Cooper, whose homebreds Gregory and Sweet William run in the Gold Cup. Also on the show, Dan Barber with the Timeform perspective, Page Fuller with RaceIQ, Jamie Benson with Worldpool. Our style correspondent and official milliner Lisa Tan catc...
Nick is joined by ITV Racing jockey walkback reporter Rishi Persad to enjoy Day 2 of Royal Ascot and to reflect on a scintillating opening Tuesday. Guests today include Aussie hero Henry Dwyer, trainer Mark Loughnane, whose son Billy was among yesterday's heroes, Katie and Rosie Margarson with high hopes for Ascot perennial Ropey Guest, Lisa Tan and David Yates with millinery and madcappery, Jamie Benson with Worldpool, Page Fuller (Race IQ) and Dan Barber (Timeform) adding an analytical edge to...
Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead, senior writer for the Racing Post, at Royal Ascot for Day One. They are joined by guests David Egan, full of hope in his role as stable jockey to Amo racing, star Aussie racecaller Matt Hill, Asfoora's trainer Henry Dwyer, Jon Knapman from the Tote/Worldpool, Lisa Tan talks to stylist Sarah Kate Byrne and - as our Weatherbys guests - owner/breeders David and Trish Brown, who struck in the King Stand with homebred Bolshoi 26 years ago, and who bred exciting Chan...
Nick is joined by Mirror racing correspondent David Yates to discuss the latest news and events from around the horse racing world. On the eve of Royal Ascot, they get an update on the going and weather from clerk of the course, Chris Stickels, who concedes that he will have to water in order to ensure good to firm ground for the fixture. Also on today's show, Dominic Ffrench Davis explains the transition of Amo Racing horses from his name to that of Raphael Freire ahead of the Coventry Stakes o...
Nick Luck and Neil Channing guide you through the second episode of the political betting podcast that aims to ensure that you'll win the election whatever your voting preference. They scan the movement in polls over the last few days, and try to assess where there are edges to be found in the seat-by-seat betting markets. in this show, Neil recommends another key Lib Dem gain in a target marginal, a big win for the Greens outside their existing constituency, a score for the Tories in a new seat...
In a very special edition of the Nick Luck Daily Podcast, Nick hosts the Fitzdares Royal Ascot Preview Night, live from Newsells Park Stud, by kind permission of Graham and Marcela Smith-Bernal. He is joined by panellists John Gosden, George Scott and Charlie Fellowes, with guest appearances from footballing legends Ossie Ardilles, Alan Brazil, Chris Hughton and Paul Miller, who burst into an impromptu preview of the Euros.
