Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Nick is joined by racing writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss all the latest national and international Horseracing news. This edition is bookended by discussion of the Coral-Eclipse, focussing first on whether the race can be absorbing notwithstanding its small field, then - at the end with TRC analyst James Willoughby - wondering where the 'big three' stack up in the context of the world's best. Also in this edition, another chapter to a long running strand as IHRB Anti-Doping chief Lynn Hillier reacts to Denis Egan's departure and issues the latest Anti-Doping bulletin. Nick talks to assistant trainer Jeremy Mahot, who is raising money for Headway in memory of his close friend, jockey Liam Treadwell, who died last year, while Nick and Lydia remember the extraordinary Arazi, who has passed away aged 32.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght, broadcaster and journalist, to discuss the day's latest developments form around the world of horseracing. They react to the news that Jim Bolger will not attend the Oireachtas hearings next week on legal advice, while also discussing the significance of Denis Egan, IHRB CEO, stepping down from his post early on September 30th.

Nick talks to the BHA's Brant Dunshea about the latest whip consultation which begins today, while - looking ahead to the Coral Eclipse - he is joined in an exclusive interview by Prince Faisal, owner of Mishriff, and Ed Dunlop, whose John Leeper reappears at Sandown on Friday.

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead in an edition that is brought to you from Dalham Hall Stud, home of Sheikh Mohammed's Godolphin Stallion operation. This on the day when Sheikha Hissa, daughter of Sheikh Mohammed's late brother Sheikh Hamdan, announced that she would be carrying on her father's legacy under the Shadwell banner. Nick and Lee also discuss the Paddy Power court case, the horrendous incident involving two Racectech camera operators at Hamilton, and the death of popular racehorse Lil Rockefeller. Nick is joined by pro punter and poker star Neil Channing to remember the life of Noel Furlong, while JA McGrath brings you all the news from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the day's racing news. They look ahead to this Saturday's Coral-Eclipse, and consider whether three year old St Mark's Basilica has what it takes to lay it down to warriors Addeybb and Mishriff, and also whether trainer David Menuisier's comments about a small field for the race are of genuine concern. Chris Wright, owner of Menuisier's Wonderful Tonight, joins the conversation. Meanwhile, trainer Ed Walker talks about his July Festival-bound pair Starman and Primo Bacio, both of whom were forced to miss Ascot owing to the weather, while Overbury Stud's Simon Sweeting is our Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest to reflect on the stunning start made by his first season sire Ardad.

Nick is joined by David Yates, Newsboy from the Daily Mirror, to discuss all the day's racing news, leading with the many themes that emerged from the Irish Derby, including the significance of just the second British trained winner of the race in 30 years. They discuss the likely path for the winner Hurricane Lane, with a contribution from his trainer Charlie Appleby, and also the curate's egg that has been Ballydoyle's season so far. They also touch on the significance of leading trainer Jessica Harrington publicly entering the fray in the doping debate. Dave Loughnane, who enjoyed his biggest career success in the Railway Stakes with Go Bears Go, also joins the conversation.

Nick is joined by journalist and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the day's racing news. They begin by reacting to the announcement that Dargon Symbol's connections would be appealing the decision to DQ the horse from first place in the Group One Commonwealth Cup at Ascot, and consider the high profile precedents in recent years. Nick and Lydia also discuss the Irish Derby, the return of Mahmood al Zarooni, the switch of Lalor to Paul Nicholls, and the Northumberland Plate, which features two runners for Alan King, who drops in to discuss their chances. James Willoughby is along for the weekly TRC Rankings update.

Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead, Racing Post Senior Writer, to discuss all the day's racing news, leading with the imminent comeback of ex-Godolphin trainer Mahmood al-Zarooni, who has served eight years for giving horses anabolic steroids. Nick and Lee examine how the BHA and Godolphin might feel about his return to the international fray. Also in this episode, Nick talks to Jamie Osborne and his apprentice rider daughter Saffie about the horrific social media abuse that she received which Jamie subsequently posted and reported to police. Later, Nick talks to Levy Board CEO Alan Delmonte, who talks about the distribution of the government's winter payments and the marginal effect of a fifth Cheltenham Day on the Levy.

Nick is joined by broadcaster Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the day's latest racing news. With fears surrounding the Delta variant particularly keenly felt in Ireland, UK attendees to the prestigious Derby sale found their essential work bubble suspended last night and confined to their hotel rooms, able to bid only online or by phone. Nick talks to Tattersalls Ireland CEO Simon Kerins and HRI boss Brian Kavanagh, who reassures visitors ahead of the Irish Derby. Nick also talks to prolific agent Anthony Bromley, who has been on the scene. Later in this episode, Eve Johnson Houghton confirms Chipotle as a possible for the Nunthorpe Stakes, while filmmaker Nathan Horrocks talks about the Fall, his important new project. JA McGrath brings his weekly update from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the day's latest national and international racing news. In the wake of the Jim Bolger allegations of high level doping made on this podcast last week, Nick and Jane lead with the news that the Oireachtas (Irish Parliament) has agreed to enquire into the situation and will question representatives of HRI, the IHRB and the Dept of Agriculture. They have also invited Jim Bolger to attend. Nick and Jane also discuss the putative 5-Day Cheltenham Festival, while Jane picks out highlights from Ascot and gives her views on the upcoming Irish Derby. In this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock segment, Nick talks to Bret Jones of Airdrie Stud, one of the most historic horse farms in Kentucky.

Tom Stanley in for Nick and joined by Newsboy of the Daily Mirror, Dave Yates. We speak to Royal Ascot top jockey, Oisin Murphy, who reflects on his week and THAT stewards' enquiry. Trainer David Evans talks about his Wokingham winner which leads to discussion as to whether or not geldings should be allowed to run in the Commonwealth Cup. David Menuisier discusses his star filly Wonderful Tonight and Laura Pearson reflects on becoming the fourth female jockey to win a race at the Royal meeting. We also discuss the possibility, as reported in the Daily Telegraph, of the Cheltenham Festival going to five days in 2023.