Talking Points - Episode 226

Nick was joined by William Haggas & Dave Yates for this week's lively Talking Points: Gosden v Aidan / Murphy's Law / Shop Closures / Sir Delius / Mares Moving / Sales Spending / Jockey Club.

The last episode of the current series, on British Champions weekend. Nick was joined in the studio by William Haggas, Dave Yates, Gearoid Marney, Paul Nicholls & Tiggy Vale-Titterton. Lots to reflect upon from BCD & the flat season. As well as look ahead to the forthcoming Jumps season.

Alex was joined on the sofa by Cornelius Lysaght, David Maxwell & Sharon Hamilton for this week's Talking Points: ITV Deal / Full Gallop S2 / Jim Bolger / Jockey Club Profits / Il Set Francais / Rossa Ryan 1000 / Racing Foundation Conference.

Nick was joined by Jonathan Harding, David Egan & Callum Shepherd for this week's Talking Points: Cheltenham / Delacroix / Wootton Bassett / Jumps Starts / Aidan Melbourne / Interference / Labour MPs.

Nick was joined in the studio by top jockeys David Egan & Callum Shepherd. Plus, the Racing Post's Jonathan Harding & Pro Gambler Rob Furber. Plenty of Saturday reflections, along with chat about Rob fascinating new book.

Nick was joined by Neil Channing & Eve Johnson-Houghton, for this week's talking points: Hillsin / Reeves Lobbying / Poniros Rule / Jockey Exodus / Maxwell / Wolves Dogs / Draw Biases.

Nick was joined in the studio by Neil Channing, Pro-punter-turn breeders, Patrick Veitch, Eve Johnson-Houghton & Plumpton Director, Tom Savill. A strong show with plenty of interesting topics discussed. We also spoke with Ayr Sliver & Gold Cup winning connections, in a highly entertaining interview.

Nick was joined by Chris Cook & Geoff Banks for this week's Talking Points - Tax Strategy / Japan Jockey Shortage / Hillsin / Race Fixing / Egan Painkillers / KA Ying Rising.

On Irish Champions Weekend, Nick was joined in the studio by racing journo Chris Cook, Bookie Geoff Banks & 2-time UAE champion Jockey, Richard Mullen. Plenty of Leopardstown & Donny reflects from Saturday. Plus, reaction to the Racing strike with BHA CEO Brant Dunshea.

Rishi stepped in this week for the show. He was joined in the studio by jockey Ray Dawson, Steven Mellish & Emma Berry. Strong racing chat, including a review of the 2025 flat season so far.