Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer, Lee Mottershead to discuss the news and events from around the horse racing world. First up today, York's head of sponsorship and marketing James Brennan shares the racecourse’s delight at the City of York Stakes finally achieving Group 1 status after many years of campaigning. Also on today's show, co-trainer Josh Guerriero discusses the options for Iroko who is by no means a certain runner in this weekend's feature Ladbrokes Chase at Kempton Park due to drying ground conditions and also has news of other promising youngsters in the yard. Pro-punter, owner and Raceshare syndicate founder Patrick Veitch shares his delight at real Triumph Hurdle prospect Gibbs Island, who won the Victor Ludorum hurdle at Haydock. Veitch also shares his views on recent pronouncements from racing supporting MPs on the separation of racing and gaming wallets. Plus, Kieran Clark has this week’s Timeform perspective and Herman Brown jnr, once a leading trainer in South Africa, tells Nick about how much he is looking forward to his second incarnation with a licence in our Weatherby's supported bloodstock slot.

PTF kicks off the new show with Nick Tammaro as they look back at a weekend full of stakes action from coast-to-coast including the key three-year-old prep races the Risen Star, Rachel Alexandra, and Sunland Derby.

Then NBC's Randy Moss stops by to discuss the giant 108 Beyer Speed Figure received by Magnitude in the Risen Star. Is it legit? (Spoiler alert: YES).

Last but not least, Mikee P (Mike Pribozie) is back with PTF to take an early look at next weekend's Rebel Stakes at Oaklawn Park.

Takeaways:

• This podcast episode effectively highlights key stakes races including the Risen Star and the Sunland Derby, showcasing significant performances from three-year-olds.
• Randy Moss confirms the legitimacy of Magnitude's impressive 108 Beyer Speed Figure, emphasizing that it accurately reflects his exceptional performance.
• The discussion emphasizes the importance of context in evaluating speed figures, considering factors such as track bias and race conditions.
• Mikee P provides valuable insights into the upcoming Rebel Stakes, analyzing the competitive field and potential standout horses for the Kentucky Derby trail.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to reflect on the life of Michael O'Sullivan, the hugely promising talent who died at 24 on Sunday morning. They are joined at some length by Ken Whelan, the former jockey who acted as agent and mentor to Michael, and who has been close to Michael's family through his final days.

Also on today's show, Nick and Jane are joined by Adrien Cugnasse to discuss developments at Haras le Fresnay since its acquisition by Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Mansour, and to document an extraordinary sequence of events in Doha, including the shock return of Pierre Charles Boudot.

They also look back on the action from Ascot and Wincanton at the weekend.

PTF brings the most popular handicapper Dean Keppler from inthemoneypodcast.com to YouTube for a special President’s Day look at the All Turf Pick 3 from Santa Anita Park. This is the card for Monday, February 17, 2025.

Mikee P hosts Justin Christein and Will Humphrey for another edition of Players Podcast covering the $1 Coast to Coast Pick 5 for Sunday, February 16, 2025. The wager is Retail ONLY with a 15% takeout featuring Races from Gulfstream Park and Santa Anita.

RACING

• Post Times:
• Friday, February 14 | 12:30 pm
• Saturday, February 15 | 12:30 pm
• Sunday, February 16 | 12:30 pm
• DOLLAR DAY Monday, February 17 | 12:30 pm 

$10,000 MYSTERY MUTUAL WINNER

• On Sat, Jan 4, one lucky fan won the Grand Prize of $10,000 as part of Santa Anita's Mystery Mutuel contest. It's FREE to sign up for your chance to win $10,000! Go to the 1/ST REWARDS Center to join and you could be next! 

NEW WAGERS CLASSIC MEET

• NOW EVERY FRI & SAT/SUN: COAST TO COAST PICK 5 – Santa Anita & Gulfstream Sequence - Low 15% takeout. RETAIL ONLY
• $2 PICK 6 – Traditional Pick 6 is back
• $3 ALL TURF PICK 3 – Low 15% takeout
• $3 LATE PICK 3 – Low 15% takeout
• $5 LATE DOUBLE – Low 15% takeout

PROMOTIONS

• FREE FRIDAYS: Every Friday enjoy free admission, free parking and $3 drafts/$5 margaritas.
• DOLLAR DAY MON/FEB 17–Enjoy Holiday Monday with live racing $1 beers & sodas, plus $2 hot dogs.

CONTEST

• PICK ‘EM CONTEST: EVERY SAT/SUN: Play the props from across the sports world including horse racing. Prizes include $500 per day + $3,000 bonus offered to the end of season winner. 
• SAT/FEB 15: $500 SANTA ANITA CHALLENGE: $500 ($300 Bankroll / $200 Prize Pool) - Compete to win seats into the NHC, UBC and a cash prize pool. Play at Santa Anita or online at xpressbet.com
• SHOWVIVOR CONTEST THROUGH JUNE 15: Select one horse each race day in this FREE online contest for prizes in longest showstreak, winstreak, total wins, highest win payout, and total win earnings.

EVENTS

• SAT: SMORGASBURG DUMPLING DAY – Online packages available at santaanita.com/events
• SAT/SUN: GOLDEN ROAD LOUNGE – Happy hour at Santa Anita Park! Special online package includes your admission, first draft and a happy hour wristband good for $3 drafts and $2 off cocktails.
• TICKETS AT SANTAANITA.COM

PTF kicks off the show with a visit with an old friend. Dan Illman of Maryland Jockey Club joins us to have a look at the 12% takeout Pick 5 on a stakes-laden Saturday at Laurel.

Next up, PTF hands off to Mikee P (Mike Pribozie) who visits with Darin Zoccali of Twinspires.com to go over the all-stakes Pick Five at Fair Grounds that will anchor the Kentucky Derby Betting Challenge qualifier on Saturday. Learn more by clicking here.

In the shows last two segments, PTF and JK turn their attention to the Late Pick five at Gulfstream Park and the $2 Pick Six at Santa Anita.

Takeaways:

• The Maryland Jockey Club's 12% takeout Pick 5 is designed to be player-friendly and appealing for horse racing enthusiasts.
• PTF and Mikee P provide in-depth analysis of the all-stakes Pick Five at Fair Grounds, integral to the Kentucky Derby Betting Challenge qualifier.
• Listeners are urged to engage with the Coast to Coast Pick 5, which has generated substantial average pool sizes exceeding $250,000.
• The Late Pick Five at Gulfstream Park and the $2 Pick Six at Santa Anita are key focus points for wagering on the weekend's racing events.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

• Laurel Park
• Maryland Jockey Club
• Daily Racing Form
• In the Money Media
• Express Bet
• TVG
• Twin Spires
• KDBC
• Churchill Downs

Billy and Michelle are back with Clint Cornett to discuss Aftercare, White Abarrio, and more!

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest from around the racing world. On today's show - with Pic d'Orhy aiming to give him a first Grade One in a year - Paul Nicholls has fire in his belly as he assesses the strength of his team, new arrangements for sourcing his horses, and his competitive spirit being fuelled by "mini-me" Dan Skelton. Compelling stuff. Equally compelling is the interview with James McDonald about Romantic Warrior's bid to win the Saudi Cup. Plus, Godolphin's Alex Merriam on Rebel's Romance and the Amir Sword, QREC handicapper Neil Jennings on this weekend's action, and Guillermo Arrizkoreta - Spain's leading trainer - on conquering Dubai.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan for today's horse racing news and views. In today's episode, Neil Channing pays a lengthy and heartfelt tribute to his friend Joe Saumarez Smith, BHA Chair, who has died aged 53. Also on this show, Nick and Jane reflect on yesterday's Randox Grand National launch, with contributions from Paul Nicholls, Ruby Walsh and Martin Greenwood (all talking to Niall Hannity), plus Nick catches up with trainer Richard Phillips, whose Ida's Boy is guaranteed a run. Later in the episode, JA McGrath recaps a tumultuous week in Hong Kong, while Nick talks to one of the newly licensed riders, Richard Kingscote.

PTF and Brian Nadeau go over the last three races from Gulfstream Park on Friday.

PROGRAMMING NOTE: We will skip the usual Santa Anita podcast for Friday in favor of a special Monday show.