A disappointing Melbourne Cup update, and the inside word on which internationals to keep an eye on
Sheila Laxon has confirmed on The Verdict podcast Knight's Choice won't be defending his Melbourne Cup title this spring. Michael Felgate was also joined by Paul Bloodworth from Racing Victoria to get the latest on how some of the international spring contenders have settled into Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The weekend winner who has drawn comparisons with his famous father
Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Carl Di Iorio review the weekend of racing! They were joined by Godolphin’s Andy Makiv after Beiwacht ran them ragged in the Golden Rose, as well as Sheamus Mills on the back of Charm Stone’s success in the Manikato Stakes. Will we see both horses in The Everest? The boys also assessed the other key performances from the weekend! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Friday (Thursday) Form Focus with Mick Sharkie and Carl Di Iorio ahead of a BIG night at The Valley!
Mick Sharkie and Carl Di Iorio joined Michael Felgate a day early this week, with the AFL Grand Final Eve meeting at Moonee Valley firmly on the agenda! The boys also had a look at the action at Sandown on Saturday, as well as the Golden Rose in Sydney. WHAT’S GAMBLING REALLY COSTING YOU? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why you shouldn't be writing Giga Kick off just yet...
Michael Felgate made the trip to Mornington on Wednesday morning to catch-up with Clayton Douglas and get the latest on Giga Kick ahead of his return to the races. The Verdict podcast broke the news about a leading Melbourne Cup contender being ruled out on Tuesday, with confirmation coming through overnight. Michael Felgate also spoke with Grahame Begg about Magic Time’s chances in the G1 Manikato Stakes on Friday night before getting some Wednesday mail from Racing.com analyst Clint Hutchison, who shared his best bets at Sandown. WHAT’S GAMBLING REALLY COSTING YOU? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Michael Felgate breaks some big Melbourne Cup news
Michael Felgate had key updates on a leading international contender for the Melbourne Cup, as well as the defending champion. Sheila Laxon told The Verdict podcast Knight's Choice was no certainty to make it back to the race this year after a weekend setback. Racing Victoria's chief handicapper, David Hegan, also joined the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Renowned racing broadcaster, Michael Felgate, brings you the latest news, views and interviews in the world of horse racing (and hopefully a few winners, too!)
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