The Verdict with Michael Felgate

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview a MASSIVE weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! And what a Saturday we have in store at Caulfield! The boys ran through every race, sharing their best plays for the afternoon. Will Sheza Alibi tick the 2000-metre box? A big bet in the opening race also caught our attention... WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GAMBLING WITH? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views. Jack Turnbull from Ciaron Maher Racing joined the podcast off the top to run through the stable's key contenders on Caulfield Guineas Day. They're hoping to get off to a flyer, with Turnbull also giving a solid push for one of their Group 1 runners. Racing.com's Olivia Kold has been putting in the hard yards at Werribee and shared an update on the international spring contenders before Ed Sadler covered off on a few local snippets heading toward the weekend. Ben Asgari then shared his best bets for Thursday! WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GAMBLING WITH? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trainer Trent Busuttin joined The Verdict on Wednesday, sharing some invaluable info on Caulfield Guineas contender Blind Raise. Could we be about to see his best performance? Trent Masenhelder then shared some key news updates at a crucial point in the spring. Nick Noonan also gave us his best bets at Geelong on Wednesday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate was at Caulfield on Tuesday morning to get all the latest news ahead of one of the biggest days on the Victorian racing calendar! He was joined by Carl Di Iorio and Trent Masenhelder to discuss the key talking points, as well as Ka Ying Rising's trial in Sydney, before Felgate caught up with key players Chris Waller, Mark Zahra and Ethan Brown. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot set the agenda after a BIG weekend in racing, thanks to Unibet! There was no shortage of opinion after an eventful Saturday in the mud at Flemington... is it time to panic with the Caulfield Cup favourite? Where should Cosmic Crusader head next? The boys also found a sneaky good run to follow from a Coolmore Stud Stakes contender. Did loyalty cost a small stable a win at Flemington? THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! There was an early setback, with Michael Felgate unable to join the boys, but the Shark was more than happy to take the keys and jump in the driver's seat. It's shaping as a sloppy affair at Flemington, with a stack of rain hitting Melbourne over the last day or so... but that didn't dampen spirits when finding a bet! Former NRL star Bryan Fletcher also joined the podcast to run through a massive weekend of sport and racing in Sydney! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing! Adrian Bott joined the podcast to share an update on Sir Delius, who is favourite to go back-to-back in the Turnbull Stakes. He isn't concerned by the prospect of a wet track. Stephen Marsh then gave us the latest on emerging New Zealand superstar Well Written, who makes her Australian debut this Saturday. Racing.com reporter Ed Sadler covered off on all the latest news, before Ben Asgari shared his best bets at Warrnambool. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony McEvoy joined Michael Felgate on Wednesday ahead of a big Saturday for the stable. Half Yours heads to the Turnbull Stakes, with how he performs to determine his spring path. Natural Fling looks mighty hard to beat in the Danehill, while Lepolo is a very exciting prospect. Reece Goodwin then joined The Verdict to discuss his exciting sprinter Pocketfullofcash. Trent Masenhelder covered off on the latest news, before Clint Hutchison shared his best bets for Wednesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing! It's been a big 48 hours for the Spring Carnival's international contenders. Paul Bloodworth from Racing Victoria shared the latest. Trent Masenhelder then joined The Verdict to run through some key local news, before we got Brent Zerafa's best bets on Tuesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Carl Di Iorio review the weekend of racing. The boys started with a quick reflection on grand final weekend... it's safe to say Felgate had a big setback at the end of the game! They then ripped into the weekend, with Jimmysstar returning to his best in the Manikato Stakes. A big call is to come with Mr Brightside. Di Iorio then pushed listeners into an international Caulfield Cup contender at a nice price! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview a massive weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! We're all set for a monster weekend, with meetings at Mornington and Rosehill to compliment AFL Grand Final Day. It's a huge weekend for the multi! The boys were joined by Sam Bennetts, who shared some crucial updates on the Caulfield track, which has been the source of much discussion this week. Unibet's Ed Curnow also joined the podcast to discuss the AFL decider, but he came armed with a racing tip, too! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate was joined by Clayton Douglas ahead of Sunday’s Group 1 Manikato Stakes, with Giga Kick looking to bounce back second-up at Caulfield. Ed Sadler checked in from Flemington after the first significant two-year-old jumpouts of the season, identifying several Team McEvoy juveniles to blackbook before assessing the Coolmore contenders including Natural Fling, Pocketfulofcash and The Next Episode. Ben Asgari shared his best bets at Moe and gives his early thoughts on a huge Manikato Stakes meeting at Caulfield. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest racing news and views. He started by covering off on the situation surrounding the Caulfield track and the decision to move the rail on short notice before Saturday's meeting. Victorian Jockeys' Association boss Matt Hyland had his say, before Melbourne Racing Club CEO Tanya Fullarton shared the club's version of events. Mick Kent Jnr then joined The Verdict to share an update on Guest House ahead of the Golden Rose, as well as the stable's other key weekend runners. Trent Masenhelder had the latest news update before Clint Hutchison shared his best bets for Wednesday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views. He was joined by trainer Matt Smith, who has Australia's most exciting emerging stayer, Aethelwulf, on his hands! He gave us the latest on plans for the horse and whether we will see him target the Melbourne Cup this spring. Trent Masenhelder covered off on the latest news ahead of a big meeting at Caulfield on Sunday! David Strehlau then shared his best bets for Tuesday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot set the agenda after another big weekend of racing! There was heaps to discuss after an eventful Saturday at Caulfield… Angel Capital finally broke through for a G1 win. Foot explained why the horse is great for racing. And what's with Lindermann's form in Melbourne? He flopped at Caulfield on Saturday. Who are the horses to follow? And the Shark has found a Melbourne Cup contender that reminds him of Alcopop. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! The boys came armed with a stack of plays at Caulfield this Saturday... The Shark LOVES his handicap racing and the Rupert Clarke Stakes has him up and about. He's also found a horse he reckons has flown under the radar heading towards the Underwood Stakes. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You don't want to miss this one! Champion Irish trainer Joseph O'Brien joined Michael Felgate on Thursday after the release of this year's Melbourne and Caulfield Cup weights. He could have as many as TEN runners in this year's edition of our most famous race. Who is coming? Which race will they target? And, most importantly, who does Joseph O'Brien think is his best chance of claiming a third Melbourne Cup? THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phillip Stokes joined The Verdict podcast on Thursday. He has a couple of leading chances heading to Caulfield this Saturday. He gave a strong push for Regal Award in the Rupert Clarke Stakes, warning punters not to underestimate one of his other runners. Sam Freedman then joined the podcast to share updates on Tom Kitten, Point Barrow, Inkaruna, Wolf Gap and American Eagle. Ed Sadler brought some key news updates to the table ahead of Saturday's racing. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Dabernig joined The Verdict podcast on Wednesday to discuss Oliveanotherday's performance at Flemington last Saturday. Will we see him down the straight again? Cliff Brown then joined the podcast to discuss his two Rupert Clarke Stakes contenders. Trent Masenhelder covered off on the latest news heading towards the weekend, before Clint Hutchison shared his best bets for Wednesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing. Ed Sadler was at Caulfield on Tuesday morning and caught up with Chris Waller, who shared plenty of interesting snippets about his likely weekend team. Joe Pride then joined The Verdict, explaining why he's going to hold back putting the blinkers on stable star Ceolwulf. Lee Mottershead then gave us some in depth analysis on the first wave of European contenders heading to Australia for the Spring Carnival. Trent Masenhelder also joined the podcast, before David Strehlau shared his best bets for Tuesday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot review the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! And there was STACKS to discuss after a massive Saturday at Flemington and Rosehill. The boys came out firing with big spring calls. Who are the real Cox Plate contenders? Will Sheza Alibi lose again? What's up with Treasurethe Moment? You don't want to miss this episode! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! And the Shark has a new obsession! He was off the MCG on Friday after the podcast recording. The boys ripped through the Flemington card, finding plenty of bets to be had. Liam O'Keeffe gave us the latest on the track at headquarters. Who wins the Group 1? And which of the HOT favourites on the card is the best betting play? THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a jam-packed edition of The Verdict podcast on Thursday! Ben Hayes from Lindsay Park gave an update on the stable’s key weekend contenders. Can Mr Brightside win a fourth Makybe Diva Stakes? Hard Kick, Arkansaw Kid, Gin Twist and Storm Leopard are some of their other interesting runners. Clinton McDonald then joined The Verdict after Tales Of Time made a statement at Sandown. Blue Diamond winner Streisand returns to the races this Saturday. Ed Sadler then covered off on the latest news, with an international Melbourne Cup hope winning again overnight. And Felgate shared David Strehlau’s best bets at Seymour on Thursday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You don't want to miss this one! Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot have cast their eyes over the upcoming spring features and found plenty of early plays in Group 1 races. There were a couple of 50-1 bets floated, some interesting mail shared ahead of the Coolmore Stud Stakes and can Felgate nail another big all-up multi like he did last spring!? THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are some nice races at Sandown this arvo! And Hong Kong racing returns! Racing.com form analyst Clint Hutchison shared his best bets on The Verdict podcast. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest racing news and views. We started Wednesday's episode reflecting on the sad loss of Paddy Payne Snr. What a legacy he leaves. Racing.com reporter Trent Masenhelder joined The Verdict to discuss, before sharing the latest racing news. Grahame Begg then shared the inside word from his stable heading towards the weekend, also offering an update on some of his runners this Wednesday. Luke Wilkinson from Kia Ora Racing then lifted the lid the My Gladiola celebrations before discussing what her victory in the Group 1 Moir Stakes means, moving forward. Clint Hutchison also shared his best bets at Sandown! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing. A host of big names were at Flemington on Tuesday ahead of Saturday's massive meeting. Gai Waterhouse, Chris Waller and Calvin McEvoy were among them. Clayton Douglas then joined the podcast to give punters the latest on Giga Kick after his first-up effort in the Moir Stakes. Dave Strehlau then shared his best bets for Moe on Tuesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot review the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet. The boys started with Saturday's Group 1 Moir Stakes at Sandown. My Gladiola was terrific in victory, but you shouldn't be jumping off Natural Fling, who was beaten as favourite. Felgate and Foot clashed over whether Headwall should have beaten Tempted in the Concorde Stakes in Sydney. And if it wasn't clear already, Foot said it's bleeding obvious now the Vain Stakes isn't a race to trust this Spring Carnival. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate and Mick Sharkie preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! The boys ran through the entire Moir Stakes Day card, finding a few horses they're keen to play... but a BIG question needs answering before having a bet! Who wins the Moir? There are plenty of live hopes. And there was an exciting announcement about an event you don't want to miss! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing! Ed Sadler joined The Verdict to react to the news of Romantic Warrior's retirement from racing. He also had an update on Ka Ying Rising. Sadler and Felgate also discussed the proposed match race between the superstar sprinter and Autumn Glow. Could it actually happen? Mick Guerin then joined The Verdict to discuss the latest news in New Zealand racing. Well Written makes her return this Saturday! Grace Hayes then shared her best bets at Warrnambool. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racing.com form analyst Clint Hutchison joined The Verdict podcast on Wednesday to run through his best plays at Sandown. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in the world of racing! Paul Bloodworth from Racing Victoria joined The Verdict after 101 horses nominated for this year's Melbourne Cup. Who are the key internationals to focus on? Trent Masenhelder then shared the latest local news. Is it farewell to Fangirl this weekend? Clint Hutchison then shared his best bets for Sandown. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate was joined by Ed Sadler on Tuesday morning, who caught up with Calvin McEvoy and Clayton Douglas ahead of Saturday's Moir Stakes. Gavin Bedggood then joined the podcast after Kingswood's impressive weekend win. Trent Masenhelder broke some news about a star sprinter, before Brent Zerafa shared his best bets for Tuesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot review the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! The boys had plenty to discuss after Saturday's Memsie Stakes at Caulfield. The Shark returned from holidays in fine form! Mick Price joined The Verdict after Guest House made a dominant return to the races... is he the best juvenile Price has trained? The boys also found a few horses to follow from the weekend! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Nick Foot and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! And BOY, it was a spicy episode ahead of Memsie Stakes Day! There was plenty of split opinion on some of the big races, with Nick Foot questioning one of the leading favourites on the day, while Michael Felgate isn't convinced about a Memsie Stakes contender... We got the latest from Caulfield track manager Sam Bennetts before the boys ripped into the entire Caulfield card. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grahame Begg joined The Verdict podcast on Thursday to share the latest on his team of runners this weekend. His Melbourne Cup hopeful makes his return, while an interesting recent addition will make his debut for the stable. Ed Sadler then shared the latest news after catching up with some big names during the week. Ben Asgari then ran through his best plays for Thursday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing. He was joined by Tom Daberning, who sends a couple of very strong hopes to Caulfield this Saturday. Trevor Donaldson from Breeder Nexus joined The Verdict to share some key insights. We then got the latest news from Trent Masenhelder. Some interesting news about Romantic Warrior emerged overnight. Clint Hutchison then shared his best bets at Bendigo on Wednesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views. Racing.com's Trent Masenhelder was at Caulfield trackwork on Tuesday morning and gave us a comprehensive wrap after speaking with both Chris Waller and Ciaron Maher. Michael Kent Jnr then joined The Verdict to discuss Planet Red and Sabaj, as well as the Golden Slipper winner – Guest House – who returns this Saturday. Brent Zerafa then shared his best bets at Ballarat. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate, Nick Foot and Ed Sadler review the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! There was PLENTY to discuss after Autumn Glow emerged victorious in the hotly anticipated clash with Sheza Alibi. John Messara joined The Verdict to share the inside word on where Autumn Glow will head next, and whether a clash with Ka Ying Rising awaits. The boys also reviewed all the key talking points from Saturday's meeting at Sandown, looking ahead to Memsie Stakes Day at Caulfield. IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD BE BUYING INSTEAD. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate is joined by Nick Foot and Nick Noonan for a bumper Friday Form Focus ahead of a huge Saturday at Sandown and Randwick. The boys go deep on the blockbuster Group 1 Winx Stakes as Autumn Glow and Sheza Alibi clash for the first time. Could this be the beginning of Australian racing’s next great rivalry? The team breaks down the map, compares their peak ratings and discusses why Autumn Glow may hold the advantage at 1400 metres first-up — despite the belief Sheza Alibi may still have the higher ceiling. At Sandown, a Heavy 10 throws a late curveball into the form, with Nick Foot making Vallice his best bet and Nick Noonan strongest on Cruiserweight. There’s also value around Mull Of Kintyre, while the team heads to Randwick to assess Prima Bella against Apocalyptic and Boniface in the Premier’s Cup. Plus, quaddies, value runners and all the key Saturday plays. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au…

Michael Felgate sits down with Racing Victoria CEO Aaron Morrison for an extended conversation about the state and future of Victorian racing. Morrison reveals Racing Victoria has returned to a small surplus after operating at a deficit in recent years, with more than $20 million in gross costs removed from the business model over the past three years and a longer-term ambition to grow prizemoney again. He also provides a detailed update on the Moonee Valley redevelopment, stressing the track's return to racing is not automatic and explaining why Racing Victoria expects both the racing infrastructure and customer experience to meet a world-class standard. Morrison discusses wagering turnover, the impact of Moonee Valley being offline, the new national tote pool, the rapid expansion of World Pool racing, prizemoney distribution and Racing Victoria's improving relationship with NSW. Plus, he looks ahead to a unique Spring Carnival featuring the Cox Plate at Flemington and explains why he remains bullish about…

Michael Felgate is joined by Racing Victoria CEO Aaron Morrison following major developments surrounding wagering advertising legislation. Morrison explains what the changes mean for racing, why the industry's advertising carve-out is so important and reveals Racing Victoria could still face a financial impact of up to $10 million a year. Trainer Trent Edmonds also joins the show ahead of Extragalactic's return in the Carlyon Stakes at Sandown. Edmonds says his star mare is “absolutely beaming” and physically better than last preparation as she begins a campaign aimed towards the Group 1 Moir Stakes. Plus, Trent Masenhelder brings all the latest news, including confirmation Sheza Alibi will take on Autumn Glow in the Winx Stakes, the latest international spring developments from York and his Saturday bet. Ben Asgari rounds out the show with his best plays on a testing Heavy 10 at Warrnambool. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit…

Michael Felgate is on location at Caulfield Heath for a special edition of The Verdict, catching up with leading trainers Grahame Begg, Tom Dabernig, Sam Freedman and Danny O’Brien as their spring teams step out at the jumpouts. Dabernig provides a major update on exciting sprinter Oliveanotherday, revealing there has already been interest from Everest slot-holders and saying the lightly raced galloper could potentially develop into a top-class sprinter. Begg maps out the deliberately measured Melbourne Cup campaign for already-qualified Zakouma and identifies Profligate as an emerging filly capable of developing into a Thousand Guineas contender. Freedman discusses Point Barrow, the return of Tom Kitten and the progress of impressive youngster American Eagle, while O’Brien reveals the Group 1 path being planned for Sass Appeal through the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes. Plus, the team assesses the other major spring horses to appear at the Caulfield Heath jumpouts and looks ahead to the 150th running of the…

Michael Felgate catches up with Australian Bloodstock’s Jamie Lovett after Wine Dark Sea announced himself as a serious Caulfield and Melbourne Cup contender with an impressive Geoffrey Freer Stakes victory at Newbury. Lovett explains why the progressive stayer profiles so well for Australia, confirms he is set to travel on the first shipment and discusses his likely Cups weight, racing style and untapped potential. There’s also the latest on Defiantly ahead of his crucial Prix Kergorlay Melbourne Cup audition, an update on Al Riffa and Australian Bloodstock’s local spring team. Plus, Trent Masenhelder joins Michael with all the latest racing news, including the possibility of Sheza Alibi taking on Autumn Glow in the Winx Stakes, Jamie Melham reuniting with Half Yours and Lloyd Kennewell’s two emerging Coolmore Stud Stakes hopes. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

Michael Felgate and Nick Foot unpack all the big performances from P.B. Lawrence Stakes Day at Caulfield. Natural Fling headlines the discussion after a devastating Quezette Stakes victory, with the team declaring the exciting filly a star and asking whether she has now taken the upper hand in the race towards the Coolmore Stud Stakes. P.B. Lawrence Stakes winner Cosmic Crusader also earns a major upgrade as the boys identify the Group 1 races that could be at his mercy this spring. Hard Kick's Vain Stakes victory, Shadhavar's continued progression and Darkbonee's potential path towards the Caulfield Cup also come under the microscope. Plus, Australian Bloodstock-owned Wine Dark Sea emerges as a Cups contender from Newbury, the team reviews Chilly Girl's Rosebud victory and identifies the horses to follow, while attention begins to turn towards the Winx Stakes and another huge weekend of spring racing. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit…

Michael Felgate is joined by form gurus Nick Foot and Nick Noonan for a bumper Friday Form Focus ahead of P.B. Lawrence Stakes Day at Caulfield. The team goes race-by-race through a huge Saturday card, including a fascinating Regal Roller Stakes where Recommendation's position near the top of the market sparks plenty of debate. Is the favourite under the odds? The boys aren't convinced, with Recon emerging as one of the strongest alternatives and Nick Noonan making him his best bet of the day. Nick Foot is also playing with confidence, declaring the in-form Duchess Zou his best after identifying what he believes will be the perfect speed map. Plus, the team assesses the likely Caulfield track pattern following a wet week, searches for value across the program and delivers quaddie plays, horses to follow and all the key bets for Saturday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

Michael Felgate and Trent Masenhelder are joined by trainers Dom Sutton and Mitch Freedman on The Verdict. Sutton provides the latest on Group 1 winner Feroce ahead of his return at Caulfield, revealing the stable star has come back “as good, if not better” as he prepares for another spring campaign. Freedman discusses Attrition’s return following a proper spell, the progress of exciting galloper Asakura and why punters may need to be patient with him first-up, plus the latest on Skybird. Felgate and Masenhelder also preview the key races at Caulfield, including the P.B. Lawrence Stakes, Vain Stakes, Quezette Stakes and Regal Roller Stakes, with Trent giving his best play for Saturday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest racing news and views. And he certainly did exactly that on Wednesday, with some massive news about an international contender for this year's Melbourne Cup. They won't be coming. Henry Dwyer also joined The Verdict to share an update on Asfoora, who is preparing for what will almost certainly be her final run before heading to the breeding barn. Mick Guerin also joined The Verdict to discuss the state of racing in New Zealand. Clint Hutchison shared his best bets for Wednesday. IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD BE BUYING INSTEAD. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing! We got the latest from Pakenham after Sheza Alibi's second official piece of work on Tuesday morning. Will she take her place in the Memsie? It was a Monday to remember for Reece Goodwin after he trained a treble, but things could get even better at Ballarat today... Adam Sangster from Swettenham Stud then joined The Verdict to discuss an exciting arrival! Brent Zerafa then shared his best bets for Tuesday. IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD BE BUYING INSTEAD. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UFC star Jack Jenkins joined Michael Felgate and Nick Foot on The Verdict podcast on Monday to review the weekend of racing! And, BOY, there was no shortage of opinion... Foot and Jenkins certainly had a difference of opinion on Angel Capital, who was again beaten as favourite on his return to racing. Jenkins was put in the hot seat to make some bold spring predictions and he delivered in a BIG way. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.