The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket Podcast

Warwickshire CCC bowler George Garrett gives a young player's insight into the county game. George recently celebrated his 21st birthday in lockdown whilst studying history at Birmingham University and has just been awarded a new two year county contract at Edgbaston. George reflects on his county debut in 2019, the challenges of last season and looks forward to the new season. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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Hear the story of a determined Danish jockey Selma Grage who was a pony racing star in Scandinavia who dreamed of becoming a jockey in Newmarket. Selma talks about her time at the British Racing School, life now as an apprentice jockey, winning on her debut race against professionals & a recent concussion scare. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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The former NH Jockey & BBC horse racing presenter Richard Pitman answers questions from followers of The Paddock and The Pavilion about the world’s most famous race. For fun and insight, it’s a podcast not to miss. Richard also previews this year’s race and gives his tips for the Aintree spectacular. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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Philip Blacker talks about his 14 year career as a National Hunt jockey and & his life as a world famous sculptor. A man of many talents Philip discusses Aintree & Cheltenham including his near miss at the 1981 Grand National, his unique connection with Red Rum both on and off the course and his work creating life sized sculptures of many of the world's most famous horses. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav

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Leading Newmarket based jockey Rab Havlin gives a personal view of the 2020 season and looks ahead to the new flat turf season and the return to the Rowley Mile. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter & Facebook @ThePaddandPav

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Former wicket keeper Chris Scott talks about his 15-year county career which began as a 17 year old for Notts CCC in 1981. He also reflects on the day in June 1994 when playing for Durham CCC he dropped the legendary Brian Lara on 18, only problem being Lara went on to score a world record 501 not out. After retiring Chris has devoted himself to coaching and spent two decades with the Cambs MCCU and is now the Cambs under 15 lead coach. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter & Facebook @ThePaddandPav

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Richard Linley chats about his career in racing which began as a teenager and included Cheltenham Champion Hurdle glory with Gaye Brief in 1983, riding for trainers Toby Balding & Fred Winter & his association with Sheikh Ali Abu Khamsin. He also talks about his current key role as the BHA’s Senior Inspector of courses.

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Former England Test player and The Paddock and The Pavilion’s cricket expert Roland Butcher reviews England's recent 3/1 Test series defeat in India. He also discusses the current state of Caribbean cricket following their recent triumphs against Bangladesh and Sri Lanka and gives his prediction for the World Test Championship final. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter & Facebook @ThePaddandPav

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Listen to the fascinating story of Rick McCosker, the former Australian opening batsman of the 1970’s who played in some of the iconic matches in the history of cricket. Rick looks back at the first World Cup Final in 1975, winning the Ashes, the 1977 Centenary Test against England and Packer SuperTests. Rick also talks about the career and life change he made in 2012 when he became a Catholic chaplain to the port of Newcastle.

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Nottinghamshire County Cricket club’s young wicketkeeper Tom Moores chats about his career at Trent Bridge where he has won two Vitality Blast T20 titles. A cricketer of the modern age Tom reflects on his winter playing franchise cricket with the Jaffna Stallions and the Bangla Tigers and looks ahead to the new county season and playing for the Trent Rockets in The Hundred. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher Connect with us on Twitter & Facebook @ThePaddandPav

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