Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Charlotte Greenway this morning joined by David Yates of the Daily Mirror to begin by looking ahead to this week's classics from Epsom. With the news that Francis Graffard is set to supplement Midak for the race we hear from Nick who was at the yard last week. Barry Mahon of Juddmonte also explains the thinking behind supplementing New Ground for the race and has an update on couple of Juddmonte’s leading lights including Kalpana and Field Of Gold. Dave and Charlotte discuss the makeup of both the Oaks and the Derby before Ralph Beckett looks at his three contenders, who are Pride of Arras, the Dante winner and Stanhope Gardens in the Derby and Revoir in the Oaks. Ralph also has an interesting take on the Lord Allen situation and calls for racing bodies to come together. Trainer in form Ed Walker looks back on a fantastic week as well as looking forward to Qilin Queen in the Oaks on Friday before James Cloney of Clara Stud reflects on a fantastic success for Camille Pissarro in yesterday’s Prix du Jockey Club, whose dam they bought for just 14,000 guineas.

Luca Brooks-Edwards gives a preview to this upcoming weekend's racing. Hear from Aidan O'Brien and Richard Hannon on their Prix Du Jockey Club chances, as well as James Doyle and Julian Richmond Watson on their respective Derby and Oaks chances. Also hear a preview of the internet sensation that is NICKTOK!

Charlotte Greenway in for Nick and joined by the Racing Post's Lee Mottershead first to discuss the news that was confirmed at lunch time by the BHA that their incoming Chair, Lord Allen, has delayed his start date from 2nd June and Lee looks at why this is and what this could mean for the sport. Then moving onto next week's Epsom Oaks, Charlotte speaks to Julian Richmond Watson who is going for his second success in the race as an owner/breeder, this time with Revoir before Richard Hannon provides an update on his Prix du Jockey Club contender this weekend as well as Rosallion, who is all systems go for Royal Ascot. Following the classy card from Sandown last night, Lee and Charlotte reflect on the key performances whilst hearing from William Buick who rode a double on the night. Finally, jockey Lilly Pinchin explains where the idea came from for documentary A Racing Mind, following her life and her battle with ADHD.

Nick is joined by ITV and Sky Racing host Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with the news that the Irish Regulator is set to review the controversial Philip Byrnes final flight unseat at Wexford yesterday. Also on today's show, Wathnan's Richard Brown talks about the acquisition of star sprinter Lazzat, while JdG's Adrien Cugnasse gives alarming details of the personal and professional troubles that may yet cost French star trainer David Cottin his licence. Plus, with the news that Breeders' Cup returns to New York in 2027, US legend Chris McCarron remembers his stirring ride on Tiznow in the post 9/11 Belmont Breeders' Cup in 2001. Venatour's Marc Blackford is also along to give details of some terrific racing holidays in the USA, Argentina, Cape Town and throughout Europe.

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to canter through all today's talking points from around the racing world. They begin by discussing the likely impact of the change to the Windsor Castle Stakes, and hear from leading Breeze-Up consignor Con Marnane. Also today, trainer George Scott eagerly anticipates the return of stable star Bay City Roller at Sandown tomorrow, while Timeform's Dan Barber considers the legacy of Kyprios, Indian champion Surat Narredu shares his excitement at riding at Ascot's Shergar Cup fixture, and Redcar's Jonjo Sanderson defends his racecourse against accusations levelled by top rider Tom Marquand. JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, while Field of Gold's breeder Honora Donworth is our Weatherbys Bloodstock Guest.

Joint effort today from Nick and Charlotte and the big news to kick us off is that the dominant stayer over the last couple of year's Kyprios has been retired by Coolmore having aggravated and old injury and Lee Mottershead of the Racing Post sums up his career. Nick gets James Doyle's thoughts on his Derby ride Damysus after he put him through his paces at Epsom this morning and Lee looks at the race as a whole. Billy Nash looks at the Irish Classics from the weekend from a Timeform perspective before Charlotte and Lee also look at the changes to the Windsor Castle Stakes that are set to come in in 2026 as well as news of a surprising Royal Ascot contender from Australia. Barry Irwin shares a surprising Royal Ascot target for Facteur Cheval and an even more surprising jockey booking. Nick also catches up with Irish trainer Mick Flannery ahead of the popular Tomas O Maille running tonight and the story behind him plus we have the latest point to point segment with Ben Atkins and Oli Bell has news of his final day at the British Poker Championships.

Nick is joined by Daily Mirror journalist David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They begin with reflections on one Classic weekend and plans for the next two in the company of Aidan O'Brien, plus Jim Crowley on Anmaat's comeback effort.

Also on today's show, Luca Cumani pays his respects to much loved US-based trainer Christophe Clement, who has died aged 59.

Plus James McDonald on winning the Hong Kong triple crown aboard Voyage Bubble and Oli Bell on reaching the final stages of the UK Poker Championships in Nottingham.

Charlotte Greenway dives straight into the action this weekend, starting with the Irish 2000 Guineas on which we hear from Harry Charlton (Cosmic Year), Kate Harrington (Hotazhell) and Brian Meehan (Rashabar). Owen Burrows also has an update in Anmaat who heads to the Curragh on Sunday for the Tattersalls Gold Cup. Then Richard Fahey, William Buick and Jonathan Portman discuss their chances at Haydock before William Haggas previews his busy weekend which include him sending out Group 1 winners Dubai Honour & Lake Forest amongst others.

Nick is joined by David Yates to look over today's racing news. Guests today include Harry Charlton, on the cusp of his most exciting day as a trainer with Cosmic Year. Also today, William Haggas first in every direction this weekend, with Dubai Honour and Lake Forest competing internationally, plus all the news about domestic runners and future plans. Plus, Vicky Leonard of Kick UP joins us to discuss the future of Rosehill, with the next vote of ATC members set to take place Tuesday. Dan Barber has the Timeform perspective, and Ben is along with the Point to Point news.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop for a look at the key racing stories of the day. They lead with a final word from Charlie Fellowes on the failed appeal to restore She's Perfect as the Pouliches winner. Fellowes's obvious pain exacerbated by the critical drop in numbers that has befallen his stable this season. Also on today's show, as part of the build up to this weekend, Owen Burrows updates on returning star Anmaat, set for a seasonal debut in the Tattersalls Gold Cup, while Ed Walker agonises over whether to pitch Almaqam into the Prix d'Ispahan or next week's Brigadier Gerard at Sandown. Plus, IFAR Chair Dr Eliot Forbes on the recent conference in Kentucky, and Clare Kingston from Racing Welfare on the Charity races during Stable Staff week.