Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Nick, in Baltimore, is joined from York by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They discuss yesterday's Musidora Stakes, with sound from John Gosden on why I Am The One will miss Epsom. Meanwhile, trainer David Menuisier explains why the victory of Master Builder in the finale meant so much, as he also has news of Guineas also-ran Inis Mor. Looking ahead to the weekend, Al Shaqab racing manager Bertrand le Metayer looks forward to taking on the big guns in the Lockinge with Moulin winner Sahlan, while Lucinda Russell gets excited about a trip to Paris for the French Champion Hurdle with Apple Away. Maiti Stirling tells us of some of York's continuing initiatives this week, Ramiro Restrepo sings the praises of the Fasig Tipton Timonium sale, where he bought Kentucky Derby winner Mage four years ago, and Ben Atkins brings us his pointing update. Plus, Mike Repole tells Nick about helping to revive the fortunes of Italian racing and breeding, while espousing some typically strong views on the future of the US Triple Crown and the decision of the Derby winners to skip the Preakness.

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad to look at today's racing headlines. Rishi is at York, where we are joined by rider Tom Marquand, who gives his thoughts on his key rides this week, which include Morshdi in the Dante, On the theme of Derby Trials, data and time expert James Willoughby runs the rule over the Derby Trials thus far, and articulates the case for Constitution River to run in France rather than at Epsom. Also today, Adrian Bott on the freak stingray injury that will keep Lady of Camelot away from Ascot, plus news of Sir Delius and a possible trip to Hong Kong. Back at York, Tattersalls' Jason Singh on 41 years of Musidora sponsorship, and Gavin Pattison on facilities upgrades for 2026. JA McGrath has the latest on the HK beat, while Nick and Rishi assess the latest pronouncements on affordability checks from the Gambling Commission's Tim Miller.

Nick is joined by David Yates for Tuesday's edition of the popular daily racing podcast. Juddmonte manager Barry Mahon is first up today, with a full update on the operation's key runners at York and Newbury this week, plus an update on Field of Gold. Also today, Jim Goldie on the return of American Affair in the Minster Stakes, Dan Barber with perspective on French Classics and the Timefome Jumps Awards, and Kia Joorabchian on building a breeding operation to lay down foundations for his global ambitions, in association with Weatherbys.
Plus, Nick and Dave have further reflections on yesterday's Ballydoyle visit as well as the resignation of Dr James Noyes from his advisory position.

Special: From Ballydoyle with Aidan O'Brien by Nick Luck

Nick returns with the first of this week's shows, with four excellent guests. First, Aga Khan Studs racing manager Nemone Routh reflects on the Poulains (French Guineas) triumph of Rayif, yet another top level success for the operation. Nemone also gives us the lowdown on some of the other stable stars. Also today, media personality, race planner and owner Kevin Blake tells Nick about James J Braddock, his Leopardstown Derby Trial winner, hot on the heels of his involvement in Friday's Chester Cup. Plus, owner George Waud with Derby dreams after Maltese Cross's win at Lingfield, and Richard Brown on Lockinge favourite Damysus, recent acquisition Gethin, and an exciting two year old about to hit the track.