Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee Mottershead to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Nick and Lee are at the Derby draw in Epsom town centre, where Derby co-favourite City of Troy drew the habitually disadvantageous inside berth. Kieren Fallon, who won from the same gate on Oath in 1999, tells Nick how it can be done. Also on today's show, Epsom GM Tom Sammes explains how he is striving to modernise and expand the event, while owner Ahmad Al Shaikh continues to live the Derby dream with two runners and Steve deLemos tells Nick how he is on a recovery mission after last year's unfortunate experience in the 'Dash'. With food and drink in sight, Neil Phillips toasts the beginning of Derby weekend.

Nick is joined by Sun correspondent Jack Keene to talk through today's news from around the racing world. On today's show, royal racing manager John Warren gives us the low-down on why the King and Queen's Treasure was declared for the Oaks, with a confident report of her recent homework. Warren also has news on Royal Ascot running plans for one or two of the high profile flag carriers. Also today, trainer Pascal Bary eyes up Coronation Cup glory with Feed the Flame, while jockey Paula Muir gives a great insight into how she has recovered from a hefty whip ban last year to catch the eye in the saddle in 2024. UK-born Australian star Rachel King tells Nick why she is on the hunt for Royal Ascot rides, while French journalist Fanny Hubart-Salmon introduces the pod's association with the Remembrance Rides on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. JA McGrath has his weekly bulletin from Hong Kong.

Nick is joined by Cornelius Lysaght to discuss the latest news from around the racing and bloodstock world. They are joined for Derby chat by William Buick, set to ride second favourite Ancient Wisdom, and Tom Clover, who has supplemented Tabletalk. Also on today's show, Timeform's Dan Barber runs the rule over Royal Ascot 2yo prospects, plus Adrien Cugnasse looks at the field for the Pros du Jockey Club, while Ben Atkins returns with news of this season's point to point champions, two of whom - Josh Newman and Izzie Marshall - join the show. This week's Weatherbys guest is Rafa Rojano, responsible for the move of 2013 Derby hero Ruler of the World to stand in Spain.

Nick is joined by RTE and Racing TV broadcaster Jane Mangan to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. As they review the action from around the European Group One weekend, they are joined by George Murphy, asst trainer of Tattersalls Gold Cup winner White Birch, and Karl Burke, whose Fallen Angel ran out a comfortable winner of the Irish Guineas. Also on today's show, Seamie Heffernan gives an update after taking a fall before the weekend, while reminding us of his Epsom credentials as he seeks rides in Classic he has won before. Freddy Powell, Arqana Executive Director, talks us through the 2024 Arqana Series.

This week's Saturday Edition with Charlotte Greenway looks ahead to the action from the Curragh this weekend as Richard Hannon discusses his runners in the Irish 2000 Guineas as well as Andy Oliver whilst Aidan O'Brien runs through his leading hopes for both Guineas and Auguste Rodin's chances of bouncing back in the Tattersalls Gold Cup. Dermot Weld also shares his hopes for his once raced winner in the 1000 Guineas and his chances of winning the race for the third year in a row.

Then on home soil, James Doyle looks forward to getting back onboard Vandeek for his seasonal reappearance whilst Henry Dwyer discusses Aussie raider, Asfoora and George Scott has a quick line on Seven Questions.

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. Today they take a deep dive into the breakdown of the deal on reform of the levy, ostensibly brought about by the call of the election, but with simmering tensions barely beneath the surface. Also on today's show, the consider why Tim Vaughan found himself with a much stiffer penalty than anyone expected or an adverse analytical finding, while trainer Henry Dwyer looks forward to Asfoorah's British debut at Haydock, Naohiro Goda previews the Japanese Derby, and Dave Ord from Sportinglife.com has something for the weekend.

NIck is joined by Rishi Persad to discuss the latest from around the racing world. First up today, William Haggas explains why Economics won't run in the Derby, French Derby or at twelve furlongs this season. Also on today's show, MP Philip Davies reacts to new of the July 4th election and how a change of government might impact ongoing gambling legislation. Trainer George Scott reacts to his jockey Callum Shepherd losing the Derby ride on Ambiente Friendly, James Doyle looks forward to a stunning book of weekend rides including Vandeek and Okeechobee, while Iamd al Sagar tells us that Nashwa will not be seen until after Royal Ascot.

Nick is joined by RTE and RTV broadcaster Jane Mangan for the latest news and views from around the racing world. Today, Haydock Clerk Dan Cooper explains his decision to water ahead of Saturday's fixture. Ahead of the Irish Guineas weekend, Nick speaks to trainers Andy Oliver and Dermot Weld, while Tom Palin explains why Marie's Rock is setting out on a Flat campaign, JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong and Ben Atkins provides the weekly pointing update.

Nick is joined by Lee Mottershead to cast an eye over today's racing news. In this episode, we hear from riders Rossa Ryan and Jim Crowley, putting their Derby mounts through their paces at Epsom. Meanwhile trainers Richard Hannon and Aidan O'Brien size up their contenders for this weekend's Irish Guineas, plus Levy Board CEO Alan Delmonte answers the questions on the latest levy yield. Also on today's show, Dan Barber dishes out Timeform's jumps awards 23/24, Will Kinsey reflects on double success at the TBA NH awards, Tattersalls Ireland CEO Simon Kerins looks forward to the next breeze-up sale, and Zhiqiang An joins the Weatherbys Bloodstock conversation from China.

Nick is joined by David Yates for the first podcast of the week. Kia Joorabchian talks at length about the split with Roger Varian and the King of Steel affair. Also on today's show, Nick talks to D. Wayne Lukas about his thrilling victory in the Preakness, Louisa Carberry reflects on winning a third Grand Steeplechase de Paris, and Rab Havlin contemplates whether Audience will be able to follow up his surprise victory in the Lockinge. Consignor Willie Bryan looks ahead to a fine draft in the GOFFS Spring Store sales.