Ep 816 - Heart and Soul

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. At York for the continuation of the Ebor Festival, they look back on Day 2 and look ahead to the second half of the fixture. Sam Hoskins joins the debate about sales races in the wake of Dragon Leader's runaway success in the Goffs Harry Beeby. Also on today's show, Nick and Lydia recognise the contribution of Lady O'Reilly, who has died aged 73. Kevin Blake and Jack Cantillon drop by to discuss their new stallion acquisition Bouttemont, while VRC's Leigh Jordon tells us of his excitement at the European Challenge for the Melbourne Cup and milliner Lisa Tan shares how the Cup's 'Fashions on the Field' initiative is going global. Paul Hanagan describes his feelings as he prepares for his final ride, and Nick and Lydia bid the fondest farewell to Sire de Grugy, the Moores' horse of a lifetime.