Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and developments from around the racing world today. Their Grand National coverage continues with news from Lucinda Russell on Derek Fox, who will miss the ride on Ahoy Senor in the hope of returning fit for Corach Rambler. Nick and Lee consider the likely make up of the final field, react to the news that Aintree Bowl runner Bravemansgame would run in the sole ownership of Bryan Drew, and hear from Joe Tizzard about the chances of The Big Breakaway. Also today, Ruby Walsh tells us why Paul Townend's ride on I am Maximus was so good, while Jess Stafford anticipates the return of Buzz at Nottingham on Wednesday and Robert Giffen joins us with some unorthodox views as the Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest. Nick and Lee also cast their eye over the latest alterations to the Racing Victoria regulations for International Spring Carnival runners.

Nick is joined by Mirror man David Yates to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world today. In a comprehensive interview, Willie Mullins reflects on his 8-timer yesterday and firms up his running and riding plans for the Grand National. Also in this edition, Nick and Dave bring you the latest on John Dance and whether Bravemansgame will be able to run at Aintree this week, plus the retirement of Clan des Obeaux, rumours of a Derby sponsor and more. Donald McCain looks ahead to Aintree with Minella Trump, Maximilian and Minella Drama, while Frankie Dettori's manager Peter Burrell plots the rest of the year with the Italian set to return to the UK next week, and Oliver Cole issues positive noises around Guineas hope Royal Scotsman.

In the latest Saturday Edition, Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to this weekend's action from the Northern and Southern hemisphere. Firstly, ahead of the big clash down under between Anamoe and Dubai Honour, Dubai Honour's trainer William Haggas gives an insight into what it's been like in the build up to the Queen Elizabeth Stakes and Channel 7s Jason Richardson explains why this race is so important. Teme Valley also run two in opposition so racing manager Richard Ryan discusses whether they might be able to cause an upset.

Back in the Northern Hemisphere and changing codes, ahead of the Irish Grand National on Monday, Noel Meade runs through his likely runners including favourite, Thedevilscoachman whilst Rich and Susannah Ricci's racing manager Joe Chambers reveals their best chances over the Easter weekend.

Nick is joined by renowned sports broadcaster Rishi Persad to bring you the latest news and events from around the world of horseracing. Among the guests today are Ricci racing manager Joe Chambers, who signposts that Royale Pagaille is likelier to head to Fairyhouse than Aintree, Noel Meade, trainer of Irish National favourite Thedevilscoachman and Aintree hopeful Diol Ker and Richard Ryan, whose Teme Valley Racing is trying to conquer in two hemispheres this weekend. Dr George Wilson tells Nick about his research into jockeys' nutrition at Liverpool John Moores University, while Josh Apiafi details how racing is marking the 30th anniversary of the murder of Stephen Lawrence. Nick and Rishi also touch on the appointment of Jack Tudor at David Pipe's stables and the latest leaks from the gambling white paper.

Nick is joined by RTE broadcaster and journalist Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world today. Breaking News regarding the Police and Financial Conduct Authority's investigation into companies founded by leading racehorse owner John Dance heads today's news list, followed by a lengthy interview with Davy Russell about his comeback at Aintree, where he'll ride Galvin in the National. Neil Channing joins the show to discuss the implications of the Scott Benton sting for the gambling and racing industries, while US trainer Kenny McPeek is dreaming of Epsom glory with Mendelssohn's March and JA McGrath brings the latest from Hong Kong. Nick and Jane also discuss University College Cork banning the promotion of racing and a tense time ahead for Leopardstown as they attempt to stave off a housing development.

Nick is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They begin by discussing yesterday's 'Dashel Drasher' appeal hearing, and are joined by the Racing Post's senior reporter Chris Cook for further insight. Nick and Lydia also consider the threat to the sport posed by Animal Rebellion as the ripple effect is felt from the Mail on Sunday expose, and touch on the latest developments from a gambling call for evidence in Australia and the associated parallels. Also 'Down Under', William Haggas looks forward to the Dubai Honour/Anamoe clash and nominates an unraced horse that might be top of his Derby pecking order. Meanwhile, Chelmsford's Neil Graham outlines the rollout of new CCTV following the John Butler case, while Grand National entry Fortescue is given the green light by Henry Daly.

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror racing correspondent David Yates to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. Today, they meld key flat and jumping stories, leading with the build up to the Grand National, and unearthing potential storylines as the field begins to whittle down. Nick tracks down Waterford owner/trainer/breeder Bob Murphy, whose homebred Darren's Hope has squeak of making the cut and who would be a fairytale result for a small yard. With Amo racing striking either side of the Atlantic at the weekend, Nick catches up with owner Kia Joorabchian for an update on his plans for 2023, plus news of new trainers for the operation. Middleham Park's Tom Palin toys with an ambitious Kentucky Derby bid, while Argetinian owner/breeder Alberto Stein of Haras la Leyenda is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. Joining the show today are Dermot Weld, with an update on Champion 2yo filly Tahiyra and her likely starting point for the season, and George Murphy, whose father John sprung a surprise with White Birch in yesterday's Ballysax Stakes at Leopardstown. Nick and Lee also rundown the other key trials over the weekend. Also on today's show, they discuss whether the maximum field of 40 will be reached in this year's Grand National, with trainer Fergal O'Brien joining to keep his fingers crossed for Captain Cattistock, currently number 53. With disquiet surrounding the discontinuing of the ROA owners' badge scheme, Head of Ownership Louise Norman joins the show to answer the questions and to clarify the available free entry benefits for members, while Channel 7's Jason Richardson drops in to talk about his own ownership success at Doncaster yesterday and to preview this weekend's Randwick clash between Anamoe and Dubai Honour.

In this week's Saturday Edition, Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to the start of the flat season in the UK at Doncaster tomorrow.

The feature race on Saturday is the Pertemps Network Lincoln Heritage Handicap and trainers Ralph Beckett, Ed Crisford, George Boughey and Karl Burke are along to discuss their runners in the race, as well as their other runners on the card.

Tom in for Nick and joined initially by trainer John Butler who has alleged one of his horses may have been deliberately doped with a potent pig tranquilliser before running. Rishi and Tom discuss the implications of this and we also assess a change to the administration of the new whip rules which give riders more leeway regarding repeat offences. We hear from trainer Tom Gibney who is set to send Velvet Elvis to run in the Grand National at Aintree. Karl Burke is along to asses a host of Saturday runners and also run through his six Guineas entered horses. And we check in with Tattersalls Marketing Director Jimmy George ahead of breeze up season.