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Racing Post editor Tom Kerr is joined by Jon Harding and Peter Scargill to chew over the biggest stories in racing. We open with the latest developments in the John Dance saga after the BHA announced last week the owner's horses had been suspended from running again. The panel then debate whether keeping Constitution Hill over hurdles was the right decision. Tom scrutinises the Gambling Commission's open letter about affordability checks to Racing Post readers. Finally, the team looks ahead to Longchamp this weekend and the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. To complete the BHA's survey on affordability checks, visit https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/righttobet

Sam Hart is joined by Keith Melrose and Gary Savage to preview the action from Ayr and Newbury this weekend. The panel begin by focusing on five races from Ayr. There is a short-priced favourite in the Group 3 Firth of Clyde which both Keith and Gary are keen to take on. There is also the ultra-competitive Ayr Silver Cup and Ayr Gold Cup to get stuck into at the Scottish track. In the second part of the show, Keith and Gary assess the card at Newbury. The Group 2 Mill Reef Stakes is the feature there, and it is fair to say you could make a case for most of the field.

Lee Mottershead is joined by Maddy Playle and Richard Forristal to discuss the big talking points from the world of horseracing. Another massive story dominates this week's edition of The Front Page, with the doping scandal that has rocked Irish racing kicking off an edition full of strong opinions. Richard Forristal analyses the anabolic steroids case involving billionaire trainer Luke Comer and assesses what it means for the sport and its regulator. Maddy Playle gives us her take on Saturday's St Leger, with Richard adding some fascinating thoughts on the Classic's winning rider Ryan Moore. Finally, Lee Mottershead explains why the publication of Britain's 2024 fixture list has been delayed and what that might mean for Britain's premierisation project.

Sam Hart is joined by Robbie Wilders and Jonny Pearson to preview the action from Doncaster and Chester this weekend. The panel begin by focusing on the Saturday card at Doncaster. The final British Classic is upon us, with the Betfred St Leger taking centre stage on Town Moor. A case could be made for the majority of the field, but who do our panellists like? In the second part of the show, Robbie and Jonny preview two races from Chester, where as always it is all about the draw on the Roodee. To end the show, the Postcast team give their best bets away from the ITV Racing action before sharing their NAPs for the weekend.

Lee Motterhead is joined by David Jennings and Peter Scargill to discuss the big talking points from the world of horseracing. A shock sacking, a weekend of sensational racing and pressing political matters are the subject matters in the latest edition of The Front Page. Lee Mottershead was at his laptop early on Monday morning to report the news that Kevin Stott had been sacked by Amo Racing. The top rider's departure from one of Flat racing's biggest jobs kicks off the debate. Peter Scargill then takes us to Westminster for the latest news on the UK government's gambling white paper, a subject that was discussed in detail during two select committee hearings last week. Finally, we assess the winners and losers from the Irish Champions Festival. David Jennings leaves us in no doubt that Aidan O'Brien was a big winner.

Sam Hart is joined by David Jennings and Graeme Rodway to preview the action from Leopardstown, Haydock and the Curragh this weekend. The panel begin by focusing on day one of the Irish Champions Festival at Leopardstown. The Irish Champion Stakes looks a great race but both Graeme and DJ are taking on the top two in the market.  In the second part of the show, Graeme and DJ head to the Curragh on Sunday for day two of the Irish Champions Festival. The panel are excited to see the return of Kyprios, but can he carry on where he left off in 2022? To end the show, the Postcast team give their best bets away from Ireland before sharing their NAPs for the weekend.

James Stevens is joined by Maddy Playle and Peter Scargill to discuss the big talking points from the world of horseracing. On this week's show deputy betting editor Peter provides an update on the gambling review ahead of a big week in parliament. Maddy looks into some rumblings in Newmarket where some trainers have been called selfish for not taking part in its Open Weekend at the end of September.  Following on from the semi-finals of the Racing Post's the People's Champion series, the panel reflect on the final five vowing to be crowned racing's favourite racehorse and reveal their own personal heroes.

Sam Hart is joined by David Jennings and Richard Birch to preview the action from Sandown, Beverley and Chester this weekend. The panel begin by looking at four races on ITV from Sandown including a couple of competitive-looking Group 3 contests as well as some tough handicaps. In the second part of the show, Beverely and Chester are the main ports of call. Beverley hosts the Listed Beverley Bullet Stakes, while Chester has a Listed race of its own in the Chester Stakes. To end the show, the Postcast team takes a brief look at the action from Newton Abbot and Longchamp before giving their best bets for the weekend.

This week James Stevens is joined by Maddy Playle and Scott Burton to look back on four sensational days on the Knavesmire. Maddy talks through all the key talking points from the Ebor Festival at York and the panel question whether it really will be a Frankie Dettori farewell. The team look back on the career of two-time champion jockey Paul Hanagan following his retirement and discuss the learnings from the high-profile interference case of The Ridler one year on. Scott highlights the developments with the Irish Gambling Review and its huge implications for the sport.

Sam Hart is joined by Graeme Rodway and Tom Park to preview the action from York and Goodwood this weekend. The panel begin by looking at the five ITV races at York including the Sky Bet Ebor. Sweet William heads the top of the market and is a short price for the race, but the panel agree on a 33-1 shot who could outrun his odds. In the second part of the show, the team take a trip to the South Downs for a couple of races from Goodwood. The Celebration Mile is the highlight on the card and looks a tough race to crack. To end the show, the Postcast team takes a brief look at the action from Windsor on Saturday evening before giving their best bets for the weekend.

This week Racing Post editor Tom Kerr is joined by Maddy Playle and Catherine Macrae to discuss the latest big stories. Maddy opens with the news that a number of major owners have voiced concerns over the impact of affordability checks, which some say are causing them to withdraw from the sport. Catherine sheds light on the latest controversy over British racing's premierisation strategy, which will see funding for smaller tracks cut to help fund the sport's new headline Premier racing fixtures. Finally the panel looks ahead to York, including Paddington's appearance in the Juddmonte International, and there's a difference of opinion around Arc favourite Ace Impact's performance at Deauville last week.

Sam Hart is joined by Robbie Wilders and Richard Birch to preview the action from Newbury, Ripon and Newmarket this weekend.   The panel begin by looking at the four races from Newbury including the Group 2 Hungerford Stakes. Chindit is the market leader after ante-post favourite Sacred was not declared. Will the panel be with the favourite or try and take him on? In the second part of the show, the team looks at the action at Newmarket and Ripon where competitive handicaps are the order of the day. It doesn't get much harder than the Great St Wilfrid Handicap at Ripon, but Richard makes a strong case for one at a double-figure price. To end the show, the Postcast team takes a brief look at the action from Deauville on Sunday before giving their best bets for the weekend.

On today's show Racing Post editor Tom Kerr is joined by Peter Scargill and James Stevens to chew over the latest big topics. James kicks things off by analysing the growing discontent among jockeys over the removal of racecourse saunas, which many riders argue is causing them to adopt unsafe methods to make weight. A bumper crowd at the Shergar Cup and some unusual proposals for innovation in racing come next - including discussion of a suggestion from Australia that jockeys should be mic'd up during races. Finally, the panel reviews Amo Racing's Group 1 breakthrough at the Curragh and Pete reveals the sprawling ambition of the sport's rising power.

David Jennings is joined by Johnny Pearson and James Stevens to preview the action from Ascot, Haydock & Newmarket this week.  The panel begin by looking at the racing at Ascot, featuring the Shergar Cup card. Hear what the panel have to say as they give their best insights and predictions. Following this the team head to Haydock and Newmarket to discuss their favourites and who to avoid. To end the show, the Postcast team give their best bets from the weekend and NAPs for the week ahead. 

Join Lee Mottershead,Chris Cook, Tom Kerr and David Jennings to discuss all the big racing stories from the past week. Chris has strong views on British whip rules after Jim Crowley's 20-day ban for his King George win. David reviews the action at Goodwood and Galway, highlighting the latest incredible training feat by Willie Mullins and sparking a debate about whether Paddington will go for the Arc.  Tom looks at the Gambling Commission's proposals for affordability checks and reveals why punters are up in arms about them.

JOIN OUR TOTE FANTASY LEAGUE HERE: https://tote.co.uk/fantasy/leaderboard/private/create-or-join/?code=KA2EZW Bruce Millington is joined by Graeme Rodway and David Jennings to preview the final day of Glorious Goodwood and the action at Newmarket. The panel begin by looking at four high-class races at Glorious Goodwood including the Coral Stewards' Cup. In part two, the team give their expert verdict on two competitive renewals at Newmarket. Before signing off, Graeme and David give their NAP for the weekend racing. 18+ BeGambleAware

JOIN OUR TOTE FANTASY LEAGUE HERE: https://tote.co.uk/fantasy/leaderboard/private/create-or-join/?code=KA2EZW Sam Hart is joined by David Jennings, Graeme Rodway and Jamie Benson to preview the action from Goodwood and Galway this week.  The panel begin by looking at the opening two days of the Qatar Goodwood Festival. Will we see a Frankie Dettori flying dismount after the Goodwood Cup? Is Paddington a champion? Hear what the panel have to say in part one. In the second part of the show, the team look at days three and four, where Blue Rose Cen makes the trip from France on Thursday to take on reigning Nassau Stakes champion Nashwa in what looks set to be an exciting clash.  To end the show, the Postcast team give their best bets from the Galway Festival and NAPs for the week ahead. Brought to you by Tote Fantasy, daily fantasy racing with real cash prizes up for grabs. 18+ BeGambleAware - Key Terms: £/€7 entry per stable. Top 25% of entries receive a payout. Full T&Cs apply. 18+.

JOIN OUR TOTE FANTASY LEAGUE HERE: https://tote.co.uk/fantasy/leaderboard/private/create-or-join/?code=KA2EZW WIN A ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO RACING POST MEMBERS CLUB: https://www.racingpost.com/landing/tote-fantasy-free-year-comp/ Bruce Millington is joined by Richard Birch, Tom Park and Jamie Benson to preview the action from the Ascot and York this weekend. The panel begin by looking at the card at Ascot headlined by a tremendous running of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Qipco Stakes.  In the second part of the show, the team switch their attention to York where Group 2 action takes places as well as the "Jump Jockeys' Nunthorpe" Handicap with national hunt jockey's getting there chance to have a go at the five-furlong trip. As always to end the show, the Postcast team give their best bets elsewhere and NAPs for the weekend. Brought to you by Tote Fantasy, daily fantasy racing with real cash prizes up for grabs. 18+ BeGambleAware - Key Terms: £/€7 entry per stable. Top 25% of entries receive a

Chris Cook and Maddy Playle join Racing Post editor Tom Kerr to discuss the biggest stories from the world of racing. We kick off the show by looking at the declining number of British trainers and explore what it means for competition in the sport and what can be done about the problem. The panel then chew over Savethelastdance's Irish Oaks win, look ahead to the King George and discuss the return of the Racing League, highlighting the desperate attendance figures logged by the event last year. Chris talks about the huge response he got to his recent column defending gambling. Finally, following the launch of our search to find which racehorse you think should be crowned the People's Champion, the panel discuss who they think deserves the accolade. Chris's column in defence of gambling: https://www.racingpost.com/news/opinion/comment/i-enjoy-having-a-bet-and-helping-outsiders-understand-that-joy-is-now-more-important-than-ever-abDi99E3px4K/ The People's Champion Find out how to nominate here: https://w

JOIN OUR TOTE FANTASY LEAGUE HERE: https://tote.co.uk/fantasy/leaderboard/private/create-or-join/?code=KA2EZW WIN A ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO RACING POST MEMBERS CLUB: https://www.racingpost.com/landing/tote-fantasy-free-year-comp/ Bruce Millington is joined by Graeme Rodway and Jonathan Pearson to preview the action from the Curragh, Newbury and Market Rasen this weekend. The panel take aim at the Newbury card, which features some quality action. Al Aasy looks a warm order in the Steventon Stakes, but the panel are keen to take him on at short odds.  In the second part of the show, the team switch their attention to the jumps action. Market Rasen's card is headlined by the Summer Plate and it's a typically open contest, but who do the panel fancy? In the final part of the Postcast the focus switches to the Curragh and Irish Oaks weekend. Epsom runner-up Savethelastdance is looking to go one better in the Irish equivalent. As always to end the show, the Postcast team give their best bets elsewhere and NA