Leading Racing Administration with Sharon O'Regan

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return with a monthly Inside the Rails episode headlined by an interview with veteran trainer Sir Mark Prescott. A massive month for Solario Racing with Victoire Magique running in a Group 2 at Longchamp, before being sold at the Tattersalls Horses In Training Sale.  Simon also purchased a replacement for him at the Arqana Yearling Sale. Phil discussed upcoming races for the two BG Racing horses before the host review the end of season flat action and the start of the jumps. After commenting on the increase to betting-shop machine duty and its impact on racing finances, it was an absolute pleasure to welcome Sir Mark Prescott to Inside The Rails. Sir Mark recounts his journey into racing, including a life-changing riding accident.  He entertains Simon and Phil with some stories from his long career as a trainer before providing three very insightful suggestions to improve British racing.   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 02:22 Solario Racing at Longchamp 03:49 Sales Day Success 05:32 Selling Victoire Magique 10:28 BG Racing Update 12:15 Flat Season Highlights 15:24 Jump Season Check In 16:21 New Hall of Fame Members 18:19 Betting Gaming Duty 21:15 Sir Mark Prescott Joins 22:52 Earliest Racing Memory 25:13 Paralysis After A Fall 26:54 Punctuality and Wake Up Call 29:22 Assistant Trainers Alumni 32:08 Syndicates and Shared Ownership 34:47 Still Training Not Retiring 36:06 Three Improvement Suggestions for Racing 39:48 Wrap Up   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.heathhousestables.com    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Inside The Rails is also on Facebook; just search for Inside The Rails

Hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle return with another episode of Inside The Rails. They catch up on the progress of their syndicate runners, including a Group Three win for Solario Racing's Victoire Magique at Paris Longchamp and the plans for him to run at the same course during Arc weekend. The guys review key recent racing, including Saffie Osborne’s St Leger victory and a near miss for a syndicate horse in one of the season's big handicaps. Guest Sharon O’Regan, CEO of Weatherbys, joins the podcast and explains how she got into racing.  She explores Weatherbys’ heritage, its role across breeding and racing administration, and as a custodian of racing history.  She looks to the future for Weatherbys and provides her three suggestions to improve UK racing.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:38 Guest Preview and BG Racing Update 03:22 Solario Racing Update Including Victoire Magique's Dream Run 06:40 September Racing Highlights 09:13 Arc and Champions Day Picks 10:40 Jump Season Concerns 11:58 Sales and the ARC All Weather Bonus 13:21 Meet Sharon O'Regan 15:13 Weatherbys' Heritage and Role 24:16 Three Changes for Racing 26:59 Wrap Up and Thanks   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.weatherbys.co.uk/    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Weatherbys on Twitter/X - @weatherbysltd Inside The Rails is also on Facebook; just search for Inside The Rails

Episode 70 of Inside The Rails and Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle open with updates on their syndicate horses. Phil’s newly named filly Theconnemaraoyster returns to training ahead of a late-season debut, while Twist of Fatecatch makes an encouraging first start over fences at Worcester, finishing third. Simon is celebrating success with Solario Racing’s Victoire Magique winning a listed race at Deauville to earn uppercase black type.  Simon outlines his upcoming targets and plans for Emerald Downs and Syrian. The hosts review York’s meeting highlights, discuss a record-breaking Arqana yearling sale, and chat about the retirements of Joe Fanning and Jim Crowley. They touch on Jockey Club Racecourses and Taunton leaving the RCA and talk about National Racehorse Week and upcoming syndicate days. Honor Clinch from HC Visuals joins the podcast to chat about her route into racing, her photography work, riding out, a Newbury charity race, syndication, and her suggestions to improve British racing.   00:00 Welcome 01:30 This Month's Guest 02:03 BG Racing Updates 05:29 Solario Racing Updates 09:38 York Ebor Festival Review 12:02 Yearling Sales 14:24 Jockey Retirements 18:39 Interview - Honor Clinch 31:38 Wrap Up and Thanks   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  https://hcvisuals.co.uk/    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Honor Clinch on Instagram - @hcvisualssuffolk Inside The Rails is also on Facebook, just search for Inside The Rails Thanks to Racing Ahead magazine for supporting the podcast.  Monthly editions, both physical and digital.  See https://www.racingahead.ne

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for a slightly delayed episode of Inside the Rails, recorded ahead of Glorious Goodwood. Phil has had a busy month with BG Racing buying 50% of a two-year-old filly with last month's guest, trainer James Keane.  He chats to Simon about this and the other BG Racing horse. Simon has had a quieter month, but shares the Solario Racing news before the hosts tackle two issues that hit the sport in July, the Gambling Commission affordability checks and allegations surrounding Deva Racing. They move on to review the key summer races before welcoming a guest with a famous surname, Jamie Piggott. Jamie talks through his career path into becoming a bloodstock agent and has been lucky enough to work with some of the biggest names in the sport along that way.  He outlines his approach to supporting his clients and highlights some of his notable purchases. 00:00 Late Episode Apology 02:19 BG Racing's New Filly 05:32 Solario Horses Update 08:24 Affordability Checks Debate 10:32 Deva Racing Syndicate Scandal 13:10 July Big Races Roundup 15:33 Meet Jamie Piggott 15:50 Bloodstock Agent Life 17:01 Racing Roots and Family Name 19:08 From Jockey to Agent 25:08 Starting the Business 26:44 Success Stories at Sales 29:10 Why Syndicates Matter 31:07 Three Changes for Racing 33:44 Wrap Up and Farewell   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  https://jpbloodstock.co.uk/   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Jamie Piggott on Twitter/X - @JamiePiggott Follow Jamie Piggott on Instagram - https://instagram.com/jamie.piggott/   Thanks to Racing Ahead magazine for supporting the podcast.  Monthly editions, both physical and digital.  See https://www.racingahead.net/

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle are back, and this month they are joined by up-and-coming trainer, James Keane. The hosts update on their syndicate runners, including an overseas winner for Simon. Phil and Simon review a rain-soaked Epsom Derby meeting, including the controversy over Benvenuto Cellini being declared a non-runner, before discussing Royal Ascot highlights and debating the draw bias there. New Newmarket trainer, James Keane joins and chats about his background and his participation in the Godolphin Flying Start program. He talks about his training setup and the value of syndication, along with his growth targets. James' three changes to benefit racing are really well thought out and excellently advocated! 00:00 Welcome 01:32 This Month’s Guest 02:03 BG Racing Update 03:45 Solario Racing Update 09:02 Derby Meeting Review 11:14 Derby Non Runner Controversy 13:25 Royal Ascot Highlights 20:23 Arc Opens to Geldings 21:29 Interview with James Keane 22:23 James’ Racing Journey 25:11 Albert House Facilities 27:22 Syndicates and Ownership Growth 29:04 Targets and Ambitions 30:22 Fixing British Racing 34:10 Wrap Up   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  https://jameskeaneracing.com/   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow James Keane on Twitter/X - @JKeane_Racing   Thanks to Racing Ahead magazine for supporting the podcast.  Monthly editions, both physical and digital.  See https://www.racingahead.net/

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for another monthly episode of Inside the Rails, catching up on Simon’s visits to France to see Victoire Magique. They review the debut of BG Racing’s, Twist Of Fatecatch, and share Solario Racing updates on Sirian, Emerald Downs and Victoire Magique, including a strong second at Lyon Parilly. The hosts discuss the Guineas results and preview the Derby, Oaks and Royal Ascot.  They move on to chat about the RSA/ROA shared ownership days and concerns around affordability checks. Trainer Laura Horsfall joins the discussion and runs through her career to date, her current role and facilities and the experience she offers to owners.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:51 Guest Preview 03:04 Twist Of Fatecatch Debut 04:38 Solario Horses May Update 08:37 Flat Season and Classics Chat 11:50 Shared Ownership Days 13:33 Affordability Checks Debate 16:20 Meet Trainer Laura Horsfall 17:11 Laura's Journey Into Racing 20:53 Glebe Barn Setup 25:14 Targets and Big Day at Ascot 26:46 Three Changes for Racing 29:50 Wrap Up   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.laurahorsfallracing.com    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Laura Horsfall on Twitter/X - @LHorsfallRacing Follow Laura Horsfall on Instagram - laurahorsfallracing Follow Laura Horsfall on Facebook -LHorsfallRacing The Racing Yard Diaries Podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other platforms

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for a new episode of Inside the Rails, shifting focus from recent jockey guests to the commercial side of racing with an interview with Guy Pridie, Executive Director at Fontwell Park. The hosts share updates from their syndicates and look back at the Grand National and the end of the jumps season. After a look ahead to the Flat, Guy Pridie joins the conversation and explains Fontwell Park’s operations and how he ended up in his role.  Guy identifies the key fixtures at Fontwell and discusses initiatives to attract younger racegoers and improve public understanding of horse welfare.   00:00 Welcome 01:34 BG Racing Update 03:13 Solario Racing Update 08:30 Grand National and Jumps Wrap 12:43 Guineas Picks and Horses to Follow 14:59 Guest Interview with Guy Pridie, Executive Director, Fontwell Park 29:54 Three Changes for British Racing 32:32 Final Thoughts and Sign Off   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.fontwellpark.co.uk   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Fontwell Park on Twitter/X - @fontwellpark  

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for another episode of Inside the Rails, with a review of the Cheltenham Festival, and an interview with jockey Marco Ghiani. Phil shares some sad news from BG Racing and Simon updates on the Solario Racing horses. The hosts discuss Cheltenham’s atmosphere, betting results and the key races and winners. They also discuss the festival starts, and Willie Mullins’ Fact To File withdrawal. They are joined by Marco Ghiani from his car on the way to ride at Kempton!  Marco discusses his route from Sardinia to the British Racing School, his routine and targets and views on syndicates.   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:54 This Month’s Guest Preview 01:36 Syndicate Update - Heartbreak for BG Racing 04:47 Solario Racing Horses Update 05:54 Cheltenham Festival Atmosphere 07:44 Punting Results Recap 09:13 Festival Highlights 16:19 Mullins Going Controversy 17:55 False Starts Debate 20:51 Ryan Moore Riding Constitution Hill 22:13 Aintree Hopes and Picks 22:54 A Horse Walked Into A Hotel 25:26 Marco Ghiani Interview 34:20 Wrap Up and Thanks   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates  

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle are back with another episode of Inside The Rails, this one featuring their Cheltenham Festival preview and an interview with top jockey Tom Marquand. The hosts discuss their own syndicate horses and look back at Constitution Hill’s nine-length Flat win at Southwell and the other racing highlights from the past month, including the Dublin Racing Festival. Phil previews the grade races from all four days of the Cheltenham Festival, and Simon adds his own selections, before the hosts are joined by this month's guest, jockey, Tom Marquand. Tom discusses his route into racing, and his experience riding for William Haggas.  He talks about riding horses on the gallops and provides some of his favourite racecourses and racehorses before adding his three changes for the good of British racing.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:37 BG Racing Update 03:13 Solario Racing News 06:46 Constitution Hill's Flat Debut 11:02 Dublin Festival Highlights 14:59 Cheltenham Preview 20:14 Best Bets Recap 21:40 Guest Interview With Tom Marquand 22:54 How Tom Started In Racing 25:14 Riding For William Haggas 26:13 Do Morning Gallops Matter 29:56 Favourite Course and Horses 36:06 Three Changes For The Good Of Racing   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Tom Marquand on Twitter/X - @TomMarquand  

In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle welcome top jockey, Hollie Doyle, as a special guest. They delve into various topics, including Hollie's impressive career and her experiences riding both in the UK and internationally.  Hollie chats about her career milestones, her favourite courses and horses and provides her “things to change to improve British racing”. The hosts also discuss their respective syndicates, review the recent action and share insights and predictions for the upcoming Cheltenham Festival. 00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Welcome 00:41 Special Guest Announcement: Hollie Doyle 01:38 BG Racing Updates 04:01 Solario Racing Updates 08:14 Cheltenham Trials Day Review 15:04 Cheltenham Festival Predictions 18:36 Jockeys and Their Career Moves 20:38 Welcoming Special Guest: Hollie Doyle 21:07 A Rare Day Off: Jockey's Routine 21:41 Fitness and Hobbies: Balancing Life and Racing 22:37 Racing Background: The Hollie Doyle Story 23:30 Apprenticeship Journey: From David Evans to Richard Hannon 25:16 Riding for Archie Watson: Loyalty and Success 27:34 International Racing: Experiences in Japan and Hong Kong 30:24 Favourite Horses and Career Highlights 32:10 The Importance of Syndicates in Racing 33:41 Improving British Racing: Hollie Doyle's Suggestions 35:23 Conclusion and Farewell   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Hollie Doyle on Twitter/X - @HollieDoyle1