Talk Racing To Me

The field is set for the 153rd running of the Belmont Stakes! 

Who better to guide you through the final Jewel of the Triple Crown than the Queen of NYRA herself, Maggie Wolfendale. 

When Maggie starts dissecting a field in the paddock, everyone pricks their ears. She’s sharp and has an eye for talent, aside from knowing the New York Racing circuit like the back of her hand. 

Tune in to hear her opinion on all 8 Grade 1 events (!) taking place at Belmont Park this Saturday, as guided by host Naomi Tukker.

Preakness 146 is upon us and Naomi got the opportunity to have a candid chat with legendary Coach D. Wayne Lukas about his 6 prior Preakness winners, how this year's contender Ram is doing and so much more.

Acacia Courtney joins after to discuss the Black Eyed Susan as well as Preakness field at great lenght.

Must listen!

Last Sunday legendary Tampa Bay Downs announcer Richard Grunder wrapped up a career spanning decades, of which 37,587th races were called in Florida. 

His first ever call was in August of 1973 at Marquis Downs; let Richard share the experience of his final day in the booth and everything that preceded it.

English born trainer Thomas Morley reflects on last Saturday’s Dahlia Stakes victory at Pimlico with special mare Xanthique as well as Godolphin Flying Start memories, his first Grade 1 winner and life in general as a father of 2, and husband to Broadcaster Maggie Morley. Don’t forget to add trainer on the tough New York racing circuit either.

Of course he wasn’t let go without asking him about his Oaks and Derby selections! 

This is a feel good episode. Listen to Tom describe the emotion, the day of his first G1 win and so much more. This is why we love what we do. 

To finish things off Naomi goes over her final Oaks and Derby selections.  

8 time Horse Racing Broadcaster of the Year Nick Luck fills you in on all the European talking points:

Start of the European flat season with the Guineas coming up

Epsom Derby prep races 

Jumps finale 

Rachael Blackmore making history 

Reflections on tragic passing of Roy Rocket and amateur jockey Lorna Brooke

Naomi and Nick saved the best for last, talking about the finer details of Nick Luck’s career and experience throughout the decades at around 44:50. Don’t miss Nick giving away a scoop or two! 

Long-standing NBC Sports broadcaster Laffit Pincay III and Naomi go over every single possible runner for the 147th Kentucky Derby.

This will refresh your memory with two weeks to go to the big event! In depth discussion about each horse as well as starting positions and historical context as provided by Pincay.

So much has happened since the last eppisode of Talk Racing To Me with Naomi, and let Final Furlong Podcast star Emmet Kennedy get you up to speed! 

Talking points:

A potential £6 million lawsuit is put forward by former jockey Freddy Tylicki against flat jockey Graham Gibbons in relation to the 2016 fall that left Tylicki paralysed. 

Rising star apprentice Benoit de la Sayette appears in a video in which the 18-year-old is linked to banned substances, with the video coming out days after Benoit’s career highlight victory on  the Haqeeqy in the Unibet Lincoln.

The 2021 renewal and 25th anniversary of Dubai World Cup night has come and gone, with Emmet and Naomi reflecting on the eve’s performances.

Find Emmet on Twitter: @radioEmmet and @FinalFurlongPod 

It’s go time for the 2021 Dubai World Cup and Naomi sat down with two high-profile jockeys who have strong chances on the night. 

21-year-old David Egan has 5 rides, highlighted by the return of Saudi Cup winner Mishriff in the Group 1 Longines Dubai Sheema Classic. 

Joel Rosario has 6 mounts on the night, and will be trying to add a 2nd Dubai World Cup to his resume with Jesus’ Team. 

The 25th anniversary of the Dubai World Cup is coming up and Naomi as well as guest Chad Summers have been on site all week, watching the contenders prepare for their chance at UAE glory.  

Trainer and handicapper Chad knows his way around the Meydan racecourse backside and quarantine area, having succesfully shipped and prepared Mind Your Biscuits to two Group 1 Golden Shaheen victories. Horse of a lifetime “Biscuits” still holds the 6 furlong record at Meydan racecourse with a time of 1:10.12.

After aproximately 25 minutes Chad and Naomi start going over the 9-strong racecard we are all eagerly looking forward to. 

Good luck to all that run, wager and attend this year’s Dubai World Cup!

What are we talking about this week? 

After this show, you are fully up to date with everything a horse racing- player/lover/participant needs to know!

USA:

Stakes action from Laurel Park last weekend

Friday is for the Stronach 5

The Triple Crown trail vibe hits a little differently

This week all eyes are on the OBS Sales for 2YOs

Preakness spots to go for food!

International :

The Cheltenham festival

The 25th running of the Dubai World Cup

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