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A Melbourne Cup to remember, Jason Walsh on Godolphin's successes and wagering on the way back to growth

A Melbourne Cup to remember, Jason Walsh on Godolphin's successes and wagering on the way back to growth

Update: 2025-11-06
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Welcome to Straight Talk, with Bren O'Brien and Tim Rowe, brought to you by Darley and Inglis. 


This episode recaps the Melbourne Cup and Derby Day from racing, breeding and wagering angles - highlighting Jamie Melham's courageous Cup ride and Tony and Calvin McEvoy’s milestone victory.


We also have a feature interview with Godolphin’s Jason Walsh on the blue army's standout spring.


We unpack Racing NSW’s annual report and wagering trends, discuss big bets and betting theatre.


Tim and Bren also cover breeding news including the death of Sejardan, new stallion moves and international sales.

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A Melbourne Cup to remember, Jason Walsh on Godolphin's successes and wagering on the way back to growth

A Melbourne Cup to remember, Jason Walsh on Godolphin's successes and wagering on the way back to growth

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