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The ultimate podcast for anyone with a passion for horse racing in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Hosted by Emmet Kennedy, with jockey Denis O'Regan and an array of special guests, our twice-weekly show features expert race previews and analysis to help you make informed bets. We also sits down with some of the biggest names in the industry, from jockeys and trainers to analysts and commentators.


From legendary horses to rising stars, from classics to novice chases, we cover it all. And with a passionate and engaged community of listeners, The Final Furlong is more than just a podcast - it's a hub for anyone who loves the thrill of the track.

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The Cheltenham picture shifted dramatically this weekend, and The Final Furlong Podcast is here to break it all down. Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Jaime Wrenn review the key talking points from a crucial weekend of racing, with Cheltenham Festival implications everywhere you look. 🟥 OLD PARK STAR — SUPREME FAVOURITE EMERGES We start at Haydock, where Old Park Star delivered an explosive performance to become Supreme Novice Hurdle favourite with 1xBet. The parallels are striking: Same race, Same trainer, & Same path as Jonbon, before his Festival duel with Constitution Hill Is 9/4 actually too big for the opening race of Cheltenham 2026? Or has the market already overreacted? 🟦 JONBON RETURNS — AND IL ETAIT TEMPS FALLS At Ascot, Jonbon roared back to form with his 11th Grade 1 and back-to-back wins in the Clarence House Chase. We ask: Where does JP’s gelding go next? Is his Champion Chase challenge back on track? And what now for Il Etait Temps, once favourite for the Queen Mother, now 8/1 after a heavy fall? 🟩 PROTEKTORAT, WINDSOR & RACING LOGIC We pay tribute to Protektorat, now a millionaire after back-to-back Fleur de Lys Chase wins — a modern jumps stalwart. But we also question: The logic of running jumps racing at Windsor. What it says about fixture planning and priorities 🟨 FESTIVAL PROSPECTS — WHO’S COMING, WHO’S NOT Eachtotheirown: handicap debut winner — can he mix it in Grade 1 company? Mighty Park: sensational hurdles debut — Grade 1 this season? Espresso Milan: Potato Race contender or hard pass? Strong opinions. No fence-sitting. 🟪 NOVICE CHASERS & HORSES TO FOLLOW Salver wins another graded novice — but the real takeaway might be behind him. We explain why: Wade Out, Jeriko Du Reponet, & Moon Rocket are horses you want firmly on side for the Spring Festivals. Plus, Adam and Jaime each give their horses to follow from the weekend. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet Ireland. More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals & new customer specials 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for weekly reviews, previews & Festival insight🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant episode drops💬 Comment: Who is your horse to follow from the weekend?👍 Like & share to support the show and grow the community ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s the second Final Furlong weekend preview of 2026, and the team are swinging big.Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael take apart Saturday’s feature races on ITV Racing from Ascot and Haydock, with value plays, and bold NAPs 🟥 FEATURE RACE - CLARENCE HOUSE CHASE (G1), 3:30 ASCOT A heavyweight showdown: Il Etait Temps: 5 straight wins, twice demolishing Jonbon Jonbon, now with Harry Cobden, chasing back-to-back wins Thistle Ask, up 43lbs for the Skeltons and taking a huge leap into Grade 1 company Is this the moment the Champion Chase pecking order flips? Or does Jonbon remind everyone he’s still elite? 🟦 PETER MARSH CHASE - 2:00 HAYDOCK Myretown: three wins, two falls — Gold Cup pretender or paper tiger? Royale Pagaille: seeks a third major Haydock strike We dissect which trends matter — and which are traps. 🟩 SUPREME TRIAL - 1:25 HAYDOCK (G2) Old Park Star: Henderson’s rising star Hurricane Pat: the live danger Is this the Supreme Novice Hurdle clue punters have been waiting for? 🟨 OTHER KEY RACES Ascot — Warfield Mares’ (G2) Is the market sleeping on La Conquiere or Peter’s 5/1 must-back? Ascot — 2m5f Handicap Chase Is Harry Cobden + Neon Moon the right combination again? Haydock — Acca Freeze Handicap Hurdle Peter and Emmet put up a 28/1 swing they both love. Ascot — Holloway's Hurdle George fires in a confident 14/1 selection. 💰 THE BIG PRICES Andy: 9/4 NAP, + strong views elsewhere George: 5/2 NAP Peter: 5/1 headline NAP Emmet + Peter both love a 28/1 pop George also swings at a 14/1 shot Proper betting. Proper opinions. No fence-sitting. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet Ireland. More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals and new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. Subscribe on YouTube for weekly previews, expert insights & Festival analysis Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant episode drops Comment below: Who wins the Clarence House? Like & share to support the show — and grow the Final Furlong community! Presented by 1xBet Ireland – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s Novice Hurdlers Week on The Final Furlong Podcast as Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Jamie Wrenn take a forensic look at the horses lining up for the three other major Cheltenham Festival novice hurdles: • Turners Novices’ Hurdle• Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle• Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle And we start with the big question… is No Drama This End the right favourite at 7/2, or is the Paul Nicholls buzz horse there to be taken on? The boys debate whether the market has this one right - or whether one of the improvers can mow him down come March. 🟩 RUNNERS DISCUSSED - CONTENDERS, RISERS & SLEEPERS Turners & Bartlett potentials: Skylight Hustle, Ill Sort That, Sober, Sortudo, Doctor Du Mesnil, Idaho Sun, Lazare De Star, Act Of Innocence, The Reverend, Doctor Steinberg, You Proof Mares’ Novice challengers: Bambino Fever, Oldschool Outlaw, La Conquiere, Larinka, Place De La Nation Form lines, ground angles, staying power, trainer intent -every profile gets tested. 🟦 BIG QUESTIONS ANSWERED • Should you take 7/2 about No Drama This End — or lay him all day?• Which novices are improving faster than the market admits?• Who’s likely to shorten between now and Trials Day?• Which festival-only horses the team are most excited about? One panellist has a “bet before they run again” pick…and another flags a horse who could be half his current price come March. Presented by 1xBet Ireland – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for Festival previews, betting insight & expert breakdowns🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant episode drops💬 Comment: Who is your novice hurdler to follow at Cheltenham?👍 Like & share to grow The Final Furlong community ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A seismic move shakes up National Hunt racing - and we’re here to unpack every angle. On this week’s Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Jamie Wrenn react to the news that Harry Cobden will become JP McManus’ retained rider in the UK and Ireland from May. This is a power shift with huge implications - and the shockwaves stretch from Champion Hurdle favourites to handicap plotters. 🟩 HARRY COBDEN + JP McMANUS - THE FALLOUT We break down what Cobden’s move means for: JP McManus’ powerhouse squad Harry Skelton - does he keep the ride on The New Lion Paul Nicholls - suddenly without his long-term No. 1 Mark Walsh - what does this mean for the Gold Cup winning jockey? Future ride allocations across the spring and Festivals This is a reshuffle with winners and losers - and we name them. 🟥 SUPREME NOVICE HURDLE - THE MOST OPEN IN YEARS Then we pivot to one of the most interesting betting puzzles of the season - the 2026 Supreme Novices’ Hurdle. Two last-time-out fallers sit in the top three in the market -and the division might not be anywhere near settled. The team dissect the leading players:El Cairos • Old Park Star • Talk The Talk • Mydaddypaddy • Mossy Fen Road • Idaho Sun • Skylight Hustle • Hurricane Pat • Baron Noir • Ballyfad 🟦 WHO IS WILLIE MULLINS’ SUPREME HORSE? We debate the potential No. 1 from the Closutton battalion:The Reverend • Davy Crockett • King Rasko Grey • Sortudo • Fou De Toi (the plunge horse) A bold claim is made on which one will line up - and which won’t. 🟨 LONGSHOTS + MARKET MISTAKES Adam nominates a 50/1 shot he believes ran huge last time Jamie says the layers have a 33/1 horse completely wrong Do you agree - or are they reading too much into weak form? 🔵 Presented by 1xBet Ireland More than 7,000 daily events, fast withdrawals & new customer specials 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for weekly previews, controversy & Festival insight🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant episode drops💬 Comment: Who’s your Supreme Novice horse?👍 Like & share to support the show & help grow the community ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s the first Final Furlong Podcast weekend preview of 2026, and Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman, and Peter Michael to take apart the feature races at Kempton, Warwick, and Fairyhouse on ITV Racing. There’s only one problem:Will the weather let racing happen at all? Ice, frost, inspections and uncertainty hover over the cards… But if we go ahead — we’ve got some serious value lined up. 🟥 THE WEEKEND’S BIG BETTING HEADLINES Andy Newton: Confident 4/1 NAP Emmet Kennedy: 5/1 NAP to kick off 2026 Peter Michael: Bet of the weekend — 6/1 George Gorman: Bold 10/1 NAP — “completely the wrong price!” This is proper price-led analysis, not favourites for the sake of favourites. 🟦 RACES PREVIEWED Kempton 3:17 — Lanzarote Handicap Hurdle 2:05 — Horse Racing Bet Builder Handicap Chase 2:40 — Silviniaco Conti Chase (G2) Warwick 2:55 — Classic Handicap Chase 1:52 — Hampton Novices’ Chase (G2) 2:25 — Racing Each Way Extra Handicap Hurdle 3:32 — Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle Fairyhouse 1:40 — Dan & Joan Moore Memorial Handicap Chase (G3) Form logic, pace angles, ground profiles — and full agreement that luck in running might be the biggest factor of all this weekend. 🟨 BAD WEATHER = BETTING OPPORTUNITY Non-runners, changing ground, late gambles. We’ll tell you which horses shorten, which drift, and which still rate bets in chaos. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet Ireland  More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals & new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for weekly previews, expert analysis & Festival insight🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant episode drops💬 Comment: Will the racing survive? Who’s your NAP?👍 Like & share to support the show Presented by 1xBet Ireland – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Novice chasers stole the show over Christmas - and now we need to separate hype from hard truth. On this week’s Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, and Jamie Wrenn break down the headline performances from Kempton, Leopardstown, Punchestown, and Limerick — and what they could mean for Cheltenham Festival 2026. Data-led, opinionated, and packed with value angles, this is the ultimate festive novice chase review. 🟥 COULD THE BROWN ADVISORY BE AN ALL-TIME RACE? The panel debate whether we’re heading into a stacked Brown Advisory, featuring: Final Demand — Grade 1 winner, imperious at Limerick Kitzbuhel — Kauto Star winner gaining momentum Koktail Divin — impressive winner of a race with a strong role of honour  The Big Westerner — serious engine, slick jumper Romeo Coolio — unbeaten, but does he need further? And the big question:Will Gordon Elliott step Romeo Coolio up in trip at Cheltenham? 🟦 IS THERE A BANKER FOR THE MARES CHASE? One member of the team thinks there is. 🟩 THE ARKLE DEBATE: VALUE VS SPEED There’s a hot row over a 10/1 Arkle contender: One panellist thinks the market is wrong Another says she’ll get found out at Grade 1 level.  Who’s right? 🟨 THE 50/1 OUTSIDER Adam Mills drops a 50/1 Festival bomb he believes is massively overpriced. Everyone else calls him crazy. You decide. 🏇 RACES & HORSES DISCUSSED Grade 1 Racing Post Novice Chase — Romeo CoolioGrade 1 Faugheen Novice Chase — Final DemandGrade 1 Kauto Star Novices’ Chase — KitzbuhelRising Stars Beginners’ Chase — Koktail DivinWayward Lad Novices’ Chase (G2) — MambonumberfiveBeginners Chase — KargeseDawn Run Mares Novice Chase (G2) — The Big Westerner 🔵 Presented by 1xBet.ie More than 7,000 events daily, fast withdrawals & new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game, your odds, your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for previews, reviews & Festival betting insight🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for new episodes💬 Comment: Who wins the Brown Advisory?👍 Like & share to support the show 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Christmas racing is done. Now it’s time to work out what actually matters. On this week’s Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy, Adam Mills, George Gorman, and Jamie Wrenn review the key races, performances, and Cheltenham implications from a fascinating festive period packed with Grade 1s, shocks, and strong opinions. 🟥 KING GEORGE VI CHASE (GRADE 1) — A NEW FORCE? The Jukebox Man struck the right note at Kempton, landing the King George for Ben Pauling. The panel ask: What does this mean for his season from here? How strong was the form with Gaelic Warrior, Banbridge, and Jango Baie close behind? Has the chasing hierarchy shifted? 🟦 SAVILLS CHASE (GRADE 1) — TWO STORIES, ONE RACE Affordale Fury won on just his seventh chase start, but the bigger talking points lie elsewhere. We assess: The contrasting runs of Galopin Des Champs and Inothewayurthinkin Whether either performance truly dents Gold Cup confidence Two horses to follow for the Grand National 🟩 WELSH GRAND NATIONAL — A GOLD CUP PLAYER? A remarkable weight-carrying performance from Haiti Couleurs for Rebecca Curtis. The question: Is he now a serious Gold Cup contender under Sean Bowen, or was this a perfect-storm handicap win? 🟨 HEART WOOD — FOUND HIS LEVEL? Heart Wood landed the O’Driscoll’s Irish Whiskey New Year’s Day Chase (G3). One of the team makes a big-price case for him in a specific Cheltenham race — others push back hard. 🟥 CHRISTMAS HURDLE (GRADE 1) — IS THE CHAMPION HURDLE UP FOR GRABS? Sir Gino, returning from a life-threatening infection, comfortably beat the race-fit Golden Ace, the reigning Champion Hurdle winner. We debate: Was this a changing-of-the-guard moment? Or have we underestimated the depth of the division? 🟦 DECEMBER HURDLE (GRADE 1) — LOSS IEMOUTH’S PATH DECIDED? After Lossiemouth’s Leopardstown win, all four panellists agree she is unlikely to run in the Champion Hurdle — and explain exactly why. Do you agree? 🟩 MARES’ DIVISION — A NEW QUEEN? Could Wodhooh now be the one to beat in the Mares’ Hurdle after her Kerrymount success? 🟨 CHRISTMAS HURDLE (IRELAND) — STAYING HIERARCHY SETTLED? Teahupoo confirmed his superiority over Ballyburn, but three of the panel believe his biggest Cheltenham danger is trained in Britain. We make a strong case for Impose Toi. 🟥 CHAMPION CHASE PICTURE — MORE OPEN THAN IT LOOKS? We finish with the two-mile chase division: Solness impresses in the Rewards Club Chase Marine Nationale runs a blinder despite early drama Thistle Ask makes a big handicap statement in the Desert Orchid Where does the Champion Chase really stand now? 🔵 PRESENTED BY 1xBet.ie More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for reviews, previews & Cheltenham insight🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean so you never miss an episode💬 Comment: Is the Champion Hurdle now wide open?👍 Like & share to support the show ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s one of the biggest days of the National Hunt calendar - Boxing Day / St Stephen’s Day — and The Final Furlong Podcast is your complete betting guide to Kempton, Leopardstown and Limerick. Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, Jamie Wrenn and Peter Michael for a fast-paced, opinion-packed preview featuring strong fancies, big prices, lively debate and the usual Christmas craic. 🟥 2:30 Kempton – King George VI Chase (Grade 1) The feature race delivers a blockbuster clash: Gaelic Warrior | Fact To File | Jango Baie | The Jukebox Man | Banbridge | Djelo | Il Est Français The panel are split right down the middle: Two are strongly confident about one horse Two are firmly with another A proper King George debate, with angles you won’t hear everywhere else. 🟦 1:05 Kempton – Formby Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1) Supreme Novices’ favourite Mydaddypaddy is short in the market. Do the lads trust him… or take him on? 🟧 1:10 Leopardstown – Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 2) Always one of the most informative juvenile races of the season.The panel split between Narciso Has and Barbizon, while Puppet Master — a Lingfield Derby Trial winner — is a fascinating recruit to hurdles. 🟩 1:20 Kempton – Kauto Star Novices’ Chase (Grade 1) Kitzbuhel heads the market for Willie Mullins, but: Three of the panel agree a bigger-priced runner should be favourite Peter Michael puts up a 10/1 shot as one of his bets of the day 🟨 1:33 Limerick – Defender Novice Hurdle (Grade 2) The team put forward 13/2 and 11/2 selections in a tricky Grade 2. 🟪 1:55 Kempton – Christmas Hurdle (Grade 1) Is Sir Gino a good thing? Or can Golden Ace land yet another major two-mile Grade 1? 🟦 2:20 Leopardstown – Racing Post Novice Chase (Grade 1) Romeo Coolio is odds-on for Gordon Elliott — but two of the panel back a rival to outshine him on the day. With Grade 1 clashes, confident opinions, big-price alternatives and festive atmosphere, this is essential listening before placing a Boxing Day bet. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet.ie More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals and new customer specials: 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+ | T&Cs apply | Gamble responsiblyYour game, your odds, your 1xBet 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for full previews, expert segments & betting insight 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & Podbean — all major platforms 💬 Comment: Who wins the King George — Gaelic Warrior or Fact To File? 👍 Like & share to support the show this Christmas 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to the first of our Christmas Betting Guide Specials on The Final Furlong Podcast. Emmet Kennedy is joined by former Grade 1-winning jockeys Lizzie Kelly and Daryl Jacob, alongside racing analyst Jamie Wrenn, for a deep, opinionated, price-led preview of the biggest races of the festive period. Grade 1 clashes, major handicaps, bold views, and four Christmas NAPs — this is essential listening if you’re betting over Christmas. 🟥 KING GEORGE VI CHASE (Grade 1) – THE FESTIVE CENTREPIECE The panel open with Kempton’s showpiece: Gaelic Warrior vs Fact To File – the Willie Mullins rematch Can Il Est Francais, Banbridge, Djelo, Jango Baie or The Jukebox Man spoil the party? Strong disagreements, tactical angles, and value-driven conclusions 🟦 CHRISTMAS HURDLE (Grade 1) – SIR GINO UNDER THE MICROSCOPE Sir Gino bids for a third consecutive Christmas Hurdle, but doubts linger after injury. Is he a good thing… or a vulnerable favourite? 🟨 REWARDS CLUB CHASE (Grade 1) – MARINE NATIONALE RETURNS Barry Connell sounded bullish about Marine Nationale ahead of Leopardstown. Is he the one they all have to beat — or is Majborough ready to announce himself at the top level? 🟩 FUTURE CHAMPIONS NOVICE HURDLE (Grade 1) The panel discuss three Willie Mullins novices with serious Cheltenham Festival potential. 🟥 BIG HANDICAPS: VALUE & INSIDE INFO We land on big-price selections for: Paddy Power Chase Welsh Grand National Including an exclusive jockey booking on a 14/1 shot that could turn into a serious gamble. Lizzie Kelly also gives her 14/1 NAP of the Christmas period in one of these races. 🟦 SAVILLS CHASE (Grade 1) – RIPE FOR AN UPSET? The team put up 25/1 and 14/1 selections in a Grade 1 where the market may have it wrong. 🟨 CHRISTMAS HURDLE (IRELAND) – TEOHUPPOO VS BALLYBURN The rematch everyone wanted — and the panel are split right down the middle. 🟥 GUINNESS 00 FAUGHEEN NOVICE CHASE (Grade 1) Is Final Demand simply a good thing… or is there a chink in the armour? 🟩 DECEMBER HURDLE (Grade 1) Can Brighterdaysahead bounce back? Will Wodhooh continue her rise? Or does Lossiemouth have too much class for them all? 💰 FOUR CHRISTMAS NAPS – ONE IN EACH RACE The panel deliver four Christmas NAPs, all running in different races — perfect for a festive Lucky 15. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet Ireland. More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for Christmas previews, Grade 1 breakdowns & betting insight🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean so you never miss a festive special💬 Comment: Who wins the King George?👍 Like & share to support the show ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s a Final Furlong Saturday Betting Special as Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael return with your complete Ascot & Haydock Racing Guide. Big handicaps, a Grade 1 centrepiece, strong opinions, and NAPs at proper prices — this is essential listening if you’re betting this weekend. 🟩 THE HEADLINE SELECTIONS George Gorman: 15/2 NAP • 4/1 Next Best Andy Newton: 5/1 NAP • 3/1 & 8/1 Next Bests Emmet Kennedy: 8/1 NAP Peter Michael: 5/2 NAP + a list of horses worth keeping firmly onside 🟥 ASCOT — GRADE 1 & PREMIER HANDICAPS 2:25 — Howden Long Walk Hurdle (Grade 1) A deep dive into the season’s key staying hurdle. Who’s solid, who’s vulnerable, and where the value really lies. 1:50 — Howden Handicap Chase A competitive puzzle — the team identify one profile that keeps cropping up. 3:00 — Howden Silver Cup Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) Big field, big prices, and strong disagreements across the panel. 3:35 — Festive Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) One panellist is notably bullish at a double-figure price. 🟦 HAYDOCK — HARD GRAFT, HARD TRUTH 2:05 — Tommy Whittle Handicap Chase Stamina, jumping, and winter ground — the panel zero in on the right type. 2:40 — Abram Hurdle (Listed Mares’ Novice) A mare the market keeps overlooking draws serious support. 🟧 FINAL WORD This is a proper Saturday punters’ roadmap — price-led, form-driven, and built to help you make better decisions, not louder ones. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet Ireland More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for weekly betting guides and expert previews🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean so you never miss an episode💬 Comment: What’s your NAP of the weekend?👍 Like & share to support the show 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a Final Furlong Podcast Special, Emmet Kennedy is joined by multiple Cheltenham Festival-winning trainer Barry Connell for a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred conversation — presented without commercial interruption by 1xBet Ireland. This is a rare, candid insight into Cheltenham planning, elite horses, and the realities of modern jump racing. 🟥 WILLIAM MUNNY: CHAMPION HURDLE COMEBACK PLAN Barry opens by explaining why he is so excited about William Munny as a Champion Hurdle contender — and why his enforced absence through injury has been such a source of frustration. He reveals: The exact race being targeted for William Munny’s comeback Why this prep is designed specifically for a Champion Hurdle tilt What makes Munny different from other hurdlers in the division 🟦 MARINE NATIONALE: CHRISTMAS COMEBACK Attention then turns to stable star Marine Nationale, the reigning Queen Mother Champion Chase winner, ahead of his seasonal return at Leopardstown over Christmas. Barry discusses: How ready the triple Grade 1 winner is right now What to expect from his Leopardstown run How the season is being shaped around another major Festival campaign 🟨 THE JONBON DEBATE Barry doesn’t hold back on Nicky Henderson’s Jonbon, explaining why he believes: “He is not a proper Grade 1 performer.” He also challenges what he sees as the British racing media’s obsession with Jonbon — and why that focus has, in his view, led to the horse being significantly overrated. 🟥 NEW RECRUITS & HANDICAP PLANS Barry then lifts the lid on future Festival runners, revealing plans for: Ksar Fatal – an exciting new addition to the yard Hgranca De Thaix EachtoTheirown My Immortal One is being aimed at the Coral Cup, one at the County Hurdle, and another towards a handicap chase — with Barry explaining the thinking behind each route. 🟩 SYSTEMS, STRATEGY & WHAT’S BROKEN The conversation broadens into the wider sport: Why Barry believes HRI’s Academy Hurdles are a nonsense How British trainers are gaining ground through smarter buying strategies Why changes in sourcing and profiling horses could be game-changing for jump racing This is an episode packed with insight, controversy, and genuine Festival intelligence — and one you don’t want to miss if you’re serious about Cheltenham. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet Ireland. More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for exclusive trainer interviews & Festival insight 🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant episode alerts 💬 Comment: Is Jonbon overrated? 👍 Like & share to support independent racing media ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on The Final Furlong Podcast, Emmet Kennedy and Lizzie Kelly are joined by one of the defining figures of modern jump racing. A four-time Champion Jockey, Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, the second most successful rider in National Hunt history, and now a successful syndicate owner - Richard Johnson. 🟥 CHELTENHAM, KIKIJO & THE EMOTIONAL SHIFT Richard explains why watching Kikijo win at Cheltenham was more nerve-wracking than riding a Gold Cup. Lizzie Kelly explores what’s harder: controlling a horse at 30mph or standing powerless on the sidelines. We discuss the symbolism of winning at Cheltenham in family colours, and why the link with Philip Hobbs and Johnson White matters so deeply. 🟦 FROM JOCKEY TO OWNER: THE SYNDICATE REALITY Richard opens up about the biggest surprises since moving into ownership: • Why syndicates may be the future of racing • Why ex-jockeys often thrive running them • The hardest conversations owners never see • The mistakes new owners make — and how he protects them from it This is essential listening for anyone considering getting involved in ownership. 🟩 CAMPAIGNING THE HORSES: THE JOCKEY INSTINCT NEVER LEAVES Should you protect a handicap mark — or run when the horse is right? Richard explains his thinking with Kikijo, updates us on Party Vibes, and shares which horses he’s most excited about next. He also explains how listeners can get involved in the Richard Johnson Racing syndicate. 🎄 CHRISTMAS RACING & THE BIG QUESTIONS • What would Richard do with Constitution Hill now? • How does he see the Champion Hurdle division shaping up? • Could a handicapper still emerge to win it — Rooster Booster style? • Is Golden Ace the one to beat over Christmas? • Who would Richard most want to ride in the King George VI Chase? 🟥 KEMPTON, THE JOCKEY CLUB & RACING’S FUTURE We close with one of the most important conversations you’ll hear all season. Kempton’s future has never looked more uncertain: • A Redrow development option running to 2028 • A new Planning & Infrastructure Bill favouring large developments • The Jockey Club investing heavily elsewhere while cutting costs • The real possibility that racing’s most accessible winter track could be lost From a jockey’s perspective, Richard explains: • What Kempton gives the sport that no other track does • Why it matters culturally and commercially • Whether racing will regret losing it — or justify it later as “necessary” 🐎 PLUS: TWO HORSES TO FOLLOW Richard names two horses from the Richard Johnson Racing Syndicate to keep firmly onside over the next month. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet.ie More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for elite interviews, insight & industry debate🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean so you never miss an episode💬 Comment: What would Kempton’s loss mean for racing?👍 Like & share to support independent racing media ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s a Final Furlong Betting Special with Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman & Jamie Wrenn — your full Saturday Racing Guide across Cheltenham and Doncaster, featuring big-price NAPs, bold opinions, and Emmet’s ambitious Lucky 63. If you’re betting this weekend, this is essential listening. 🟩 THE HEADLINE PRICES George Gorman: 5/1 NAP • 10/1 Next Best Andy Newton: 7/1 NAP • 14/1 NB Jamie Wrenn: 11/10 NAP • 4/1 NB Emmet’s Lucky 63: includes 9/2, 9/2, 11/10, 7/1, and a massive 33/1! 🟥 CHELTENHAM: DECEMBER GOLD CUP DAY 1:50 — December Gold Cup Handicap Chase The team pull apart the field: • Jagwar carries 11st8 — tough but not impossible • Only eight horses since 2000 have carried 11st+ to win • The panel take him on with strong alternatives 1:15 — Mares’ Handicap Chase Wide-open — but one mare keeps coming up in discussion. 2:25 — Handicap Chase A big-priced angle fires up a lively debate. 3:00 — Albert Bartlett Trial (G2) Strong opinions, strong form logic — big claims made. 3:35 — Mares’ Handicap Hurdle A confident selection from one panellist. 🟦 DONCASTER: VALUE PLAYS AT BIG PRICES 2:05 — Pennine Handicap Chase A fascinating market — the team see a major angle the bookies might be missing. 2:40 — Doncaster Mares’ Hurdle (Listed) One filly has been underestimated for far too long. 3:17 — Handicap Hurdle A 10/1 shot sparks a heated debate. 🟧 PLUS: EMMET’S LUCKY 63 FOR THE WEEKEND A multi-race punch including 33/1, double-figure players, and two confident mid-range shots — all explained with data, form logic, and a touch of madness. 🔵 Presented by 1xBet.ie More than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. 👉 https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly.Your game. Your odds. Your 1xBet. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for full previews, expert segments & betting insight🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant updates💬 Comment your NAP of the weekend👍 Like & share to support the show Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your preferred platform.📺 Watch the full show on YouTube for clips, breakdowns and tactical analysis. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 33/1, 20/1, 18/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Emmet Kennedy is joined by Lizzie Kelly and Jamie Wrenn for one of the most forensic, data-rich, insight-heavy National Hunt deep dives we’ve ever done. If you follow the Champion Chase, Arkle, Ryanair, Baring Bingham, or Brown Advisory markets — this episode is essential listening. 🟥 TINGLE CREEK CHASE — Il Etait Temps Takes Over? Jamie breaks down the times, sectionals, stride patterns and finishing effort to ask:Has Il Etait Temps just become the horse to beat in the Champion Chase? We evaluate: • Why the race was five seconds slower than the Henry VIII • Whether raw time matters when a horse is travelling like a “passenger jet” • Jonbon: beaten nine lengths — now a 2m4f horse? • L’Eau Du Sud: three Grade 1 failures… ceiling reached? • Cheltenham concern: Il Etait Temps’ festival record (553) • Are 3/1 and 11/4 Champion Chase quotes value or insanity? Lizzie provides the jockey’s perspective: Townend’s decisive move, footwork at the railway fences, Jonbon’s body language, and why small horses can jump like machines. Panel debates: Is Il Etait Temps now ahead of Marine Nationale and Majborough? Is Jonbon done at 2 miles? Is the Champion Chase wide open — or just weak? 🟦 HILLY WAY CHASE — Majborough’s Issues Return • Was Found A Fifty’s jumping the decisive factor? • Did Majborough’s left lean cost him more than fitness did? • Why Energumene’s return tells us more than the result • Is Found A Fifty wildly underrated at 14/1–25/1? Lizzie assesses Majborough’s jumping psychology, the challenge of a raw engine, and the mental impact of a hard fall. Panel debates: Majborough: Champion Chase or Ryanair? Is Found A Fifty the most underrated chaser in Ireland? 🟫 PETERBOROUGH CHASE — DJELO Steps Forward Jamie analyses Djelo’s pressure-induced mistakes from rivals and whether 12/1 for the King George is a gift or a trap. Lizzie explains how a horse feels when they genuinely “stay and travel.” Panel debates: Is Djelo a Grade 1 horse — or a soft-ground bully? 🟩 HENRY VIII NOVICES’ CHASE — Lulamba’s Arkle Statement Lulamba clocked a time 5 seconds quicker than the Tingle Creek. Jamie asks: Does he deserve to be joint-fav for the Arkle? Lizzie breaks down the greenness, the ride, and the railway-fence learning curve. Panel debates: Would you rather ride Lulamba or Kopek Des Bordes? 🟧 KALA CONTI, SALVER, PREDATORS GOLD & MORE We assess the next wave of future stars: • Kala Conti — is she already a Mares’ Chase favourite? • Salver — Brown Advisory player or still too raw? • Predators Gold — Grade 1 novice after nearly two years off? Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your preferred platform.📺 Watch the full show on YouTube for clips, breakdowns and tactical analysis. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 18/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s one of the biggest Saturdays of the early jumps season and The Final Furlong team - Emmet Kennedy, Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael - deliver a fast-paced, opinion-packed betting preview for Sandown, Aintree, Huntingdon, and Cork. We start with the Tingle Creek Chase (3:00 Sandown) where Il Etait Temps is the odds-on favourite with 1xBet to give Willie Mullins another Grade 1 in a race he first won nine years ago. But L’Eau du Sud arrives race-fit after bolting up at Cheltenham. And Jonbon, already a dual winner of the Tingle Creek, bids to become only the second horse ever to win it three times. The panel have strong and divided views on who wins. 🟦 1:20 Sandown – Pertemps Handicap Hurdle Supremely West is unbeaten going right-handed and was smashed off the boards last time. But the winner that day — Kikijo — is up 7lbs with a valuable 3lb claim. Three of the panel agree: one horse stands out clearly. 🟧 1:50 Sandown – Henry VIII Novices’ Chase (Grade 1) Lulamba trades as short as 7/2 for the Arkle, so 4/6 with 1xBet for Saturday could be value. But is he the real deal? Or too short? Sharp views incoming. 🟩 AINTREE – Grand National Fences Day 2:05 Wirral Juvenile Hurdle (Listed) Full breakdown and key angles. 2:40 Becher Handicap Chase Andy Newton puts up a 6/1 selection he insists will go off favourite — Emmet agrees… But one member of the team thinks that horse will “fall out the back of the telly!” Proper debate. Proper entertainment. 3:15 Bet Builder Handicap Hurdle Strong opinions and price plays. 🟨 3:35 Sandown – London National Handicap Chase A big team fancy here with strong form and trends to support it. 🟥 Sunday & Beyond: Peterborough Chase + Hilly Way Chase (Cork) We look at: Majborough Found A Fifty Banbridge — and George puts up a 4/1 selection he thinks is rock-solid. A full hour of strong views, data-backed bets and big laughs — everything you need for the weekend. Presented by 1xBet.ie — more than 7,000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials.https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for full previews, expert segments & betting analysis 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Podbean — all major platforms 💬 Comment: Who wins the Tingle Creek — Jonbon, Il Etait Temps or L’Eau du Sud? 👍 Like & share to support the show and help grow the channel Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 18/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Final Furlong Podcast Special with 1xBet Ireland, recorded live at the Curragh Racecourse: One of racing’s sharpest analysts, Gavin Lynch, returns to join Emmet Kennedy for a full deep-dive into everything we’ve learned so far from the new National Hunt season. 🟩 TWO-MILE HURDLERS: State of the Division We open with the two-mile scene after another dramatic weekend: • Constitution Hill falls for the third time in four runs • The New Lion also hits the deck • Where does the Champion Hurdle picture stand now? Gavin gives his early-season verdicts on Lossiemouth, Sir Gino, Wodhooh, Anzadam, and the reigning champion Golden Ace. 🟦 STAYING HURDLERS: Ballyburn Too Short? Ballyburn is 2/1 for the Stayers — some say too short, but Gavin has a very different take. We also break down: • Teahupoo’s chances • Impose Toi’s credentials • Who’s the real #1 staying hurdler right now? 🟨 NOVICE HURDLERS: A 14/1 Shot to Follow Gavin shares a 14/1 Albert Bartlett pick (already backed from 20s after his preview) and names the novices with the biggest upside this season. 🟥 NOVICE CHASERS: Arkle, Brown Advisory & Trip Questions We turn to the novice chasers with hot takes on: • Kopek Des Bordes • Lulamba for the Arkle • July Flower – good enough? Emmet asks the big one:Will Romeo Coolio drop in trip… or is he a future Brown Advisory stayer to take on Final Demand? Plus insight on Jimmy Du Seuil, Kitzbuhel, The Big Westerner. 🟧 CHAMPION CHASE: Who Can Trouble Marine Nationale? Is there a real danger to Marine Nationale? Could Majborough take over if he fixes his jumping? We also assess Il Etait Temps and L’Eau du Sud. 🟫 RYANAIR & GOLD CUP: Season-Defining Debates • Is Fact To File a good thing for the Ryanair? • Could Jango Baie leap into Grade 1 open company? • Does Gavin still believe in Inothewayurthinkin for the Gold Cup? • Can Galopin Des Champs strike back? • How crucial is Paul Townend to Gaelic Warrior? • And can Grey Dawning spring a shock? 💰 Plus Gavin’s Lucky 15… which might send us to Dubai. 🟦 Presented by 1xBet Ireland – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. 🔔 Subscribe on YouTube for full previews, expert analysis & betting insight 🎧 Follow on Spotify, Apple & Podbean for instant new-episode alerts 👍 Like & share to support the show 💬 Comment your Cheltenham banker below ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 18/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Emmet Kennedy is joined by Adam Mills and Jamie Wrenn to review a fascinating weekends racing, beginning with déjà vu in the Fighting Fifth: for the third time in four starts, Constitution Hill fell again — and so did his major rival The New Lion. At 22/1, Golden Ace picked up her second Grade 1 in eight months.So the big question is this: is Constitution Hill finished… or is there a way back for Nicky Henderson’s superstar? We break down the race in forensic detail, ask whether The New Lion actually enhanced his Champion Hurdle claims despite falling, and debate what the future holds for Anzadam. Then:Three Hatton’s Graces. Six Grade 1s. Still only eight.Are racing fans guilty of underrating Teahupoo every single season? And what do the panel make of Ballyburn suddenly cut to 2/1 for the Stayers Hurdle? Is he really the right favourite… or was Impose Toi the more convincing long-distance prospect at Newbury? We then head to Fairyhouse: Romeo Coolio gave Gordon Elliott a tenth Drinmore, but one of the team thinks he’s Gordon’s next megastar – and the other two strongly disagree. Wendigo vs No Questions Asked produced a proper battle in the John Francome – but what does it mean for next steps? Jimmy Du Seuil, rated 155 over hurdles, jumped like a veteran on chase debut. But does that justify 10/1 for the Brown Advisory? Plus reaction to a huge few days on both sides of the world: Mange Tout (G3 Juvenile Hurdle) Koktail Brut (Royal Bond) Tutti Quanti (Gerry Feilden) Panic Attack (Gold Cup Handicap Chase at 16/1) And an extraordinary Japan Cup: Calandagan travels halfway around the world, beats the best of Japan, and bags a £2.3 million bonus. Adam explains why trainer Francis Graffard is a genius. Full races discussed:Fighting Fifth Hurdle (G1), Hatton’s Grace (G1), Long Distance Hurdle (G2), Drinmore (G1), John Francome (G2), Beginners Chase, Juvenile Hurdle (G3), Royal Bond (G2), Gerry Feilden, Gold Cup Handicap Chase, Japan Cup (G1). Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s one of the most anticipated weekends of the jumps season with Constitution Hill, Golden Ace, The New Lion, Anzadam, and a stacked supporting cast across Newcastle, Newbury and Fairyhouse - and Emmet Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, George Gorman and Peter Michael to break down a sensational Saturday of racing. We start with the Fighting Fifth Hurdle (2:00 Newcastle) — a race that looks like it could define the early Champion Hurdle picture.Constitution Hill’s seasonal return, The New Lion stepping up, Golden Ace bringing champion credentials, and Anzadam adding serious pace. The panel agree it’s down to two horses, and three of them are firmly in the same camp. At Newbury, Myretown heads the betting for the Hennessy Gold Cup, but the team make the case for a trio of big-priced alternatives at 12/1, 22/1 and 28/1. There’s proper disagreement, bold opinions and deep angles on pace, trends and stamina. Punters get plenty to work with:• George’s NAP double pays 17/1• Peter’s NAP is a 5/2 shot• Andy fires a 10/1 NB plus 9/2, 5/1 and 7/4 bets• Emmet rolls out a Lucky 31 including 16/1, 13/2, 20/1, 7/2 and 7/4 selections Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. We also preview:• 1:40 Newbury – Bet £10 Get £50 Handicap Hurdle• 2:15 Newbury – Gerry Feilden Intermediate Hurdle• 3:15 Newcastle – Rehearsal Chase (Premier Handicap)• 3:35 Newbury – Jim Joel Memorial Trophy• 2:36 Fairyhouse – Hatton’s Grace Hurdle (G1) With value plays, sharp stats, confident NAPs, lively debate and plenty of laughs, this is essential listening before placing your weekend bets. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Tattersalls December Sales shape the global Thoroughbred market - and this year’s renewal is one of the most important in recent memory.In this Final Furlong Tattersalls Special, Emmet Kennedy is joined by Tattersalls Associate Director of Marketing, Jason Singh, for a deep, honest, data-driven look at the market: the polarisation, the firepower, the hidden gems and the broodmares who change everything. We begin with the state of the yearling market:• why 2025 was selective but strong,• how the top end stayed fierce,• and why the middle market was deeper than many expected.Jason explains how this will feed directly into this week’s breeding stock sales, and why Kentucky’s intensity has already shifted buyer behaviour in Newmarket. Then we turn to the Sceptre Sessions, highlighted by:• Porta Fortuna – Cartier Champion 3YO Filly and global blue-chip broodmare prospect,• Tamfana, Barnavara, Choisya, Survie, Tiffany – an elite group rarely assembled in a single catalogue.Jason details what it takes to build a collection of this depth, and how buyers now balance residual value with the upside of producing world-class runners. From there, we dive into value mares — the bargains that became stars:• Sunset Park (60,000 gns → G2 winner),• Sultanina, Sagely, Syndicate, Tidespring, Days of Summer, Zero Gravity, Icky Woo,and how the December Sale continues to produce broodmares capable of producing Royal Ascot winners, Group 1 stars, and international champions. We also tackle the high-end market:• Immortal Verse,• Quiet Reflection,• and the seven-figure mares who shape investor confidence and global trends. Jason breaks down:• what makes a mare a hidden gem,• how data, biomechanics and conformation analytics are shifting valuations,• why smaller breeders should never fear the big stage,• and which categories are currently underrated and ripe for upside. From million-guinea superstars to 9,000gns producers of Group winners — this episode reveals why Tattersalls remains the most influential marketplace in the Thoroughbred world. If you want to understand where the industry is now and where it’s going, this conversation is essential listening. Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It was a weekend packed with blockbuster jumps racing action at Punchestown, Ascot and Haydock, and Emmet Kennedy is joined by Grade 1–winning jockeys Lizzie Kelly and Daryl Jacob to break down every major talking point — the spectacular, the eyebrow-raising, and the genuinely confusing. We begin at Punchestown with the epic duel between Gaelic Warrior and Fact To File in the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase, where Paul Townend delivered Willie Mullins his ninth win in 12 runnings of the race. We look at how the race was run, the moves that made the difference, what to make of Fastorslow, and how the returning Gold Cup hero Inothewayurthinkin shaped up.Most importantly: Where do Mullins’ stars go next? At Ascot, Arkle winner Jango Baie powered home in the 1965 Chase — but is he now a serious King Georgecontender? Speaking of Kempton: The Jukebox Man remains unbeaten over fences after a fluent prep run in the same race Bravemansgame used before winning the King George. Who does the panel want to be with for Boxing Day/St Stephen’s Day? Over at Haydock, Grey Dawning continued the red-hot start to the season for Dan Skelton with a bloodless win in the Betfair Chase. The question now: is he a genuine Gold Cup player? The Morgiana Hurdle saw Lossiemouth coast home, but did we actually learn anything? The panel debate her Champion Hurdle prospects, while Wodhooh, the mare she beat in the Aintree Hurdle, made a stylish return in a Grade 2 at Ascot. We assess her ceiling for the season. Plus:• Lizzie Kelly reveals the tracks she absolutely hated riding — with one described as “absolutely awful”• Daryl Jacob defends one of those tracks as one of his favourites (!) And of course: Horses To Follow from the weekend, selected with proper insight and real-world experience. Presented by 1xBet.ie – more than 7000 events per day, fast withdrawals, and new customer specials. The link to 1xBet.ie is here: ⁠https://cutt.ly/0r7bzDoH⁠ 18+. T&Cs apply. Gamble responsibly. 1xBet knows the craic. Bet with your head, not above it. ⚡ Proven Form: Winners tipped recently at 20/1, 16/1, 14/1, 12/1, and 10/1.🎯 Smart betting meets sharp analysis — only on The Final Furlong Podcast. 💬 Comment below  👍 Likes appreciated. 1xBet social media pages: Х: https://x.com/1xbet_ireland Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1xbet.ie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1xbet.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1xbet-ireland/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1xBet_Ireland Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.proformracing.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: radioemmet@gmail.com In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ronan Lawton

Without question the very best sports Podcast! Premium quality but available for free! Thanks to all the team for keeping the show going during the lockdown and keeping us entertained. The show with Hector is an instant classic! The original, often copied, even by those who worked on it, but no Podcast comes close to his class. Particularly a fan of Emmet Kenners, Sarah Lynam, Rory Delargy, Kate Tracey, The Rix and Jess Stafford. More with them plz! Give us more!

Apr 23rd
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John Donnelly

Great podcast but you could half the time if Kevin didn't repeat everything twice 🤣

Feb 4th
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William Blue

love the podcast, more content the better, keep up the good work boys!

Feb 23rd
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Andy G

Fantastic podcast

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Pakie O Hara

class podcast

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