Nick Luck Daily Podcast

Nick is joined by Rishi Persad for a packed edition of the Daily Racing Podcast. They are joined today by William Haggas, who is throwing a major curve ball at the Criterion Stakes this weekend in the shape of Jersey also-ran Saber Strike. He also gives the lowdown on running plans for the remainder of his Ascot squad. Ralph Beckett muses over whether to run Bay of Brilliance in the Irish or German Derbies, while Richard Hannon reflects positively on his Ascot and looks forward to a tilt at The Curragh with Bunyola Bay. Adrien Cugnasse gives his take on why France Galop relented on geldings in the Arc, while JA McGrath has the latest from Hong Kong, and Eva discusses the Derby `Sale catalogue and equine flu protocols with Tattersalls Ireland CEO Simon Kerins. Nick and Rishi also talk about measures to work within a heatwave, and what this week's events may suggest for the future.

Kicking off with the breaking news this morning that France Galop have voted to introduce gelding into the Arc in 2027 and France’s leading trainer Francis Graffard discusses the decision and also reflects on his Royal Ascot runners. David Yates of the Daily Mirror is along to share his views throughout while Nick speaks to Jo Fanning who confirms he his nearing a comeback after his cancer diagnosis. Justin Snaith looks ahead to his five runners in South Africa’s Durban July and Jessica Bedi shares her excitement ahead of a key runner in this weekend’s Northumberland Vase. Dan Barber of Timeform looks back on Royal Ascot, specifically sires, the draw and Bacio’s barnstorming performance and finally Littleton Stud’s David Bowe is this week’s Weatherbys bloodstock guest.

In the aftermath of Royal Ascot Nick, joined by Jane Mangan, begins by talking to Shadwell’s racing manager Angus Gold who reflects on their Royal Ascot, including winning the Jubilee Stake with Almeraq. Angus also looks forward to unbeaten colt Raheeb taking in the Irish Derby on his next start. David Menuisier looks at what might come next for impressive Golden Gates winner Lost Boys before Seamie Heffernan tells Nick why winning at Ascot this year, meant more to him than at previous Royal meetings. Finally, David O’Meara discusses whether he believes Estrange can take it to Oaks winner Thundering On, as they’re both bound for the Pretty Polly this weekend.

The Wath Pod: Royal Ascot Wrap-Up by Nick Luck

Day 5 is here! Nick and Charlotte on the pod today and they caught up with Australian trainer Chris Waller who runs Joliestar in Saturday's feature. Nick caught Ed Bethell walking the track early this morning and chatted to him about Regional - his runner in the Group 1 Jubilee Stakes. Lisa Tan brings us the style updates and Adam Mills looks back on the 2yo performances through the lense of Total Performance Data.