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Hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle return with another episode of Inside The Rails. They catch up on the progress of their syndicate runners, including a Group Three win for Solario Racing's Victoire Magique at Paris Longchamp and the plans for him to run at the same course during Arc weekend. The guys review key recent racing, including Saffie Osborne’s St Leger victory and a near miss for a syndicate horse in one of the season's big handicaps. Guest Sharon O’Regan, CEO of Weatherbys, joins the podcast and explains how she got into racing.  She explores Weatherbys’ heritage, its role across breeding and racing administration, and as a custodian of racing history.  She looks to the future for Weatherbys and provides her three suggestions to improve UK racing.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:38 Guest Preview and BG Racing Update 03:22 Solario Racing Update Including Victoire Magique's Dream Run 06:40 September Racing Highlights 09:13 Arc and Champions Day Picks 10:40 Jump Season Concerns 11:58 Sales and the ARC All Weather Bonus 13:21 Meet Sharon O'Regan 15:13 Weatherbys' Heritage and Role 24:16 Three Changes for Racing 26:59 Wrap Up and Thanks   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.weatherbys.co.uk/    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Weatherbys on Twitter/X - @weatherbysltd Inside The Rails is also on Facebook; just search for Inside The Rails

Episode 70 of Inside The Rails and Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle open with updates on their syndicate horses. Phil’s newly named filly Theconnemaraoyster returns to training ahead of a late-season debut, while Twist of Fatecatch makes an encouraging first start over fences at Worcester, finishing third. Simon is celebrating success with Solario Racing’s Victoire Magique winning a listed race at Deauville to earn uppercase black type.  Simon outlines his upcoming targets and plans for Emerald Downs and Syrian. The hosts review York’s meeting highlights, discuss a record-breaking Arqana yearling sale, and chat about the retirements of Joe Fanning and Jim Crowley. They touch on Jockey Club Racecourses and Taunton leaving the RCA and talk about National Racehorse Week and upcoming syndicate days. Honor Clinch from HC Visuals joins the podcast to chat about her route into racing, her photography work, riding out, a Newbury charity race, syndication, and her suggestions to improve British racing.   00:00 Welcome 01:30 This Month's Guest 02:03 BG Racing Updates 05:29 Solario Racing Updates 09:38 York Ebor Festival Review 12:02 Yearling Sales 14:24 Jockey Retirements 18:39 Interview - Honor Clinch 31:38 Wrap Up and Thanks   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  https://hcvisuals.co.uk/    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Honor Clinch on Instagram - @hcvisualssuffolk Inside The Rails is also on Facebook, just search for Inside The Rails Thanks to Racing Ahead magazine for supporting the podcast.  Monthly editions, both physical and digital.  See https://www.racingahead.ne

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for a slightly delayed episode of Inside the Rails, recorded ahead of Glorious Goodwood. Phil has had a busy month with BG Racing buying 50% of a two-year-old filly with last month's guest, trainer James Keane.  He chats to Simon about this and the other BG Racing horse. Simon has had a quieter month, but shares the Solario Racing news before the hosts tackle two issues that hit the sport in July, the Gambling Commission affordability checks and allegations surrounding Deva Racing. They move on to review the key summer races before welcoming a guest with a famous surname, Jamie Piggott. Jamie talks through his career path into becoming a bloodstock agent and has been lucky enough to work with some of the biggest names in the sport along that way.  He outlines his approach to supporting his clients and highlights some of his notable purchases. 00:00 Late Episode Apology 02:19 BG Racing's New Filly 05:32 Solario Horses Update 08:24 Affordability Checks Debate 10:32 Deva Racing Syndicate Scandal 13:10 July Big Races Roundup 15:33 Meet Jamie Piggott 15:50 Bloodstock Agent Life 17:01 Racing Roots and Family Name 19:08 From Jockey to Agent 25:08 Starting the Business 26:44 Success Stories at Sales 29:10 Why Syndicates Matter 31:07 Three Changes for Racing 33:44 Wrap Up and Farewell   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  https://jpbloodstock.co.uk/   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Jamie Piggott on Twitter/X - @JamiePiggott Follow Jamie Piggott on Instagram - https://instagram.com/jamie.piggott/   Thanks to Racing Ahead magazine for supporting the podcast.  Monthly editions, both physical and digital.  See https://www.racingahead.net/

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle are back, and this month they are joined by up-and-coming trainer, James Keane. The hosts update on their syndicate runners, including an overseas winner for Simon. Phil and Simon review a rain-soaked Epsom Derby meeting, including the controversy over Benvenuto Cellini being declared a non-runner, before discussing Royal Ascot highlights and debating the draw bias there. New Newmarket trainer, James Keane joins and chats about his background and his participation in the Godolphin Flying Start program. He talks about his training setup and the value of syndication, along with his growth targets. James' three changes to benefit racing are really well thought out and excellently advocated! 00:00 Welcome 01:32 This Month’s Guest 02:03 BG Racing Update 03:45 Solario Racing Update 09:02 Derby Meeting Review 11:14 Derby Non Runner Controversy 13:25 Royal Ascot Highlights 20:23 Arc Opens to Geldings 21:29 Interview with James Keane 22:23 James’ Racing Journey 25:11 Albert House Facilities 27:22 Syndicates and Ownership Growth 29:04 Targets and Ambitions 30:22 Fixing British Racing 34:10 Wrap Up   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  https://jameskeaneracing.com/   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow James Keane on Twitter/X - @JKeane_Racing   Thanks to Racing Ahead magazine for supporting the podcast.  Monthly editions, both physical and digital.  See https://www.racingahead.net/

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for another monthly episode of Inside the Rails, catching up on Simon’s visits to France to see Victoire Magique. They review the debut of BG Racing’s, Twist Of Fatecatch, and share Solario Racing updates on Sirian, Emerald Downs and Victoire Magique, including a strong second at Lyon Parilly. The hosts discuss the Guineas results and preview the Derby, Oaks and Royal Ascot.  They move on to chat about the RSA/ROA shared ownership days and concerns around affordability checks. Trainer Laura Horsfall joins the discussion and runs through her career to date, her current role and facilities and the experience she offers to owners.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:51 Guest Preview 03:04 Twist Of Fatecatch Debut 04:38 Solario Horses May Update 08:37 Flat Season and Classics Chat 11:50 Shared Ownership Days 13:33 Affordability Checks Debate 16:20 Meet Trainer Laura Horsfall 17:11 Laura's Journey Into Racing 20:53 Glebe Barn Setup 25:14 Targets and Big Day at Ascot 26:46 Three Changes for Racing 29:50 Wrap Up   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.laurahorsfallracing.com    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Laura Horsfall on Twitter/X - @LHorsfallRacing Follow Laura Horsfall on Instagram - laurahorsfallracing Follow Laura Horsfall on Facebook -LHorsfallRacing The Racing Yard Diaries Podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other platforms

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for a new episode of Inside the Rails, shifting focus from recent jockey guests to the commercial side of racing with an interview with Guy Pridie, Executive Director at Fontwell Park. The hosts share updates from their syndicates and look back at the Grand National and the end of the jumps season. After a look ahead to the Flat, Guy Pridie joins the conversation and explains Fontwell Park’s operations and how he ended up in his role.  Guy identifies the key fixtures at Fontwell and discusses initiatives to attract younger racegoers and improve public understanding of horse welfare.   00:00 Welcome 01:34 BG Racing Update 03:13 Solario Racing Update 08:30 Grand National and Jumps Wrap 12:43 Guineas Picks and Horses to Follow 14:59 Guest Interview with Guy Pridie, Executive Director, Fontwell Park 29:54 Three Changes for British Racing 32:32 Final Thoughts and Sign Off   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.fontwellpark.co.uk   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Fontwell Park on Twitter/X - @fontwellpark

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for another episode of Inside the Rails, with a review of the Cheltenham Festival, and an interview with jockey Marco Ghiani. Phil shares some sad news from BG Racing and Simon updates on the Solario Racing horses. The hosts discuss Cheltenham’s atmosphere, betting results and the key races and winners. They also discuss the festival starts, and Willie Mullins’ Fact To File withdrawal. They are joined by Marco Ghiani from his car on the way to ride at Kempton!  Marco discusses his route from Sardinia to the British Racing School, his routine and targets and views on syndicates.   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:54 This Month’s Guest Preview 01:36 Syndicate Update - Heartbreak for BG Racing 04:47 Solario Racing Horses Update 05:54 Cheltenham Festival Atmosphere 07:44 Punting Results Recap 09:13 Festival Highlights 16:19 Mullins Going Controversy 17:55 False Starts Debate 20:51 Ryan Moore Riding Constitution Hill 22:13 Aintree Hopes and Picks 22:54 A Horse Walked Into A Hotel 25:26 Marco Ghiani Interview 34:20 Wrap Up and Thanks   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates

Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle are back with another episode of Inside The Rails, this one featuring their Cheltenham Festival preview and an interview with top jockey Tom Marquand. The hosts discuss their own syndicate horses and look back at Constitution Hill’s nine-length Flat win at Southwell and the other racing highlights from the past month, including the Dublin Racing Festival. Phil previews the grade races from all four days of the Cheltenham Festival, and Simon adds his own selections, before the hosts are joined by this month's guest, jockey, Tom Marquand. Tom discusses his route into racing, and his experience riding for William Haggas.  He talks about riding horses on the gallops and provides some of his favourite racecourses and racehorses before adding his three changes for the good of British racing.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:37 BG Racing Update 03:13 Solario Racing News 06:46 Constitution Hill's Flat Debut 11:02 Dublin Festival Highlights 14:59 Cheltenham Preview 20:14 Best Bets Recap 21:40 Guest Interview With Tom Marquand 22:54 How Tom Started In Racing 25:14 Riding For William Haggas 26:13 Do Morning Gallops Matter 29:56 Favourite Course and Horses 36:06 Three Changes For The Good Of Racing   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Tom Marquand on Twitter/X - @TomMarquand

In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle welcome top jockey, Hollie Doyle, as a special guest. They delve into various topics, including Hollie's impressive career and her experiences riding both in the UK and internationally.  Hollie chats about her career milestones, her favourite courses and horses and provides her “things to change to improve British racing”. The hosts also discuss their respective syndicates, review the recent action and share insights and predictions for the upcoming Cheltenham Festival. 00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Welcome 00:41 Special Guest Announcement: Hollie Doyle 01:38 BG Racing Updates 04:01 Solario Racing Updates 08:14 Cheltenham Trials Day Review 15:04 Cheltenham Festival Predictions 18:36 Jockeys and Their Career Moves 20:38 Welcoming Special Guest: Hollie Doyle 21:07 A Rare Day Off: Jockey's Routine 21:41 Fitness and Hobbies: Balancing Life and Racing 22:37 Racing Background: The Hollie Doyle Story 23:30 Apprenticeship Journey: From David Evans to Richard Hannon 25:16 Riding for Archie Watson: Loyalty and Success 27:34 International Racing: Experiences in Japan and Hong Kong 30:24 Favourite Horses and Career Highlights 32:10 The Importance of Syndicates in Racing 33:41 Improving British Racing: Hollie Doyle's Suggestions 35:23 Conclusion and Farewell   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Hollie Doyle on Twitter/X - @HollieDoyle1

In January's episode of the 'Inside the Rails' podcast, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle reflect on their Christmas experiences and review Christmas racing. They discuss their own syndicates, including the recent debut of BG Racing's 'Don't Call Me Sue'. The duo look back at all the big December races, Kempton's King George meeting and the Welsh Grand National as well as the Christmas action from Ireland. Looking ahead, Simon and Phil outline their hopes and expectations for 2026, offering insights into potential improvements and desirable changes in British racing. 00:00 Introduction 05:01 BG Racing Update: Don't Call Me Sue's Debut 08:06 Solario Racing and Future Plans 09:11 Christmas Racing Review 15:06 Irish Racing Highlights 16:55 Hopes and Expectations for 2026 23:47 Closing Remarks and New Year Wishes   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates

In this month's Inside The Rails podcast, hosts Simon and Phil discuss their syndicates and the impact of the recent budget on racing before looking back at the best of November's jumps actions and the end of the flat racing season. The duo are joined by Tommy Williams, the general manager at Warwick Racecourse, who shares his insights on the challenges faced by race courses and his role with Premier Thoroughbred Racing Syndicates. 00:00 Introduction 03:30 BG Racing & Solario Racing Updates 08:44 Budget Impacts 11:32 Jump Season Highlights 15:07 Flat Season Wrap-Up 16:33 The Future of the Racing League 18:21 Introducing Special Guest Tommy Williams 18:47 Tommy's Journey into Racing 20:20 Challenges in Racecourse Management 23:51 Syndicate Management and Premier Thoroughbred Racing 28:16 Improving British Racing 32:02 Closing Remarks and Thank You   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/warwick www.premierthoroughbredracing.co.uk   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Warwick Racecourse on Twitter/X - @WarwickRaces Follow Premier Thoroughbred Racing on Twitter/X - @PTRacingLtd

In the 60th episode of 'Inside the Rails,' hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle celebrate their five-year podcast anniversary. They discuss their respective syndicate horses, including the upcoming debut for BG Racing's 'Don't Call Me Sue' and a Group 3 run for Solario Racing's Victoire Magique. The hosts also catch up on notable industry updates, including the #Axetheracingtax campaign, and they look back at recent highlights on the track. The episode's guest is legendary jockey and current trainer Gerald Mosse, who shares insights about his illustrious career, transitioning to training, and ideas for improving French and British horse racing.   00:00 Welcome and Milestone Celebration 01:54 BG Racing Updates 02:59 Solario Racing's Group Three Runner 05:58 Yearling Sales and Industry Insights 09:23 Champions Day Highlights 13:49 Full Gallop Season 2 15:34 Special Guest: Gerald Mosse Interview 31:52 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.mosseracing.com   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Mosse Racing on Twitter/X - @mosseracing

In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle are joined by ITV Racing's Jason Weaver. Phil and Simon discuss their recent holidays in Kefalonia before sharing updates on their syndicates. Simon has wins to discuss from Sharp Distinction and Victoire Magique, with the latter looking like a hugely exciting prospect. The episode's special guest, former jockey Jason Weaver, provides a compelling insight into his racing career and transition to broadcasting, discusses his favourite horses and jockeys and talks about current jockeys to watch. The hosts and Jason also chat about issues in racing, such as the impact of betting tax changes and the decline in foal crops. The episode concludes with Jason's thoughts on improvements for British racing. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:51 Holiday Recap 02:25 Special Guest: Jason Weaver 03:05 BG Racing Updates 03:32 Solario Racing Updates 07:48 Racing Tax Strike Discussion 10:21 Horses to Follow 11:40 Changes in the Jumps Program 12:53 Yearling Sales and Purchases 14:11 Interview with Jason Weaver 34:03 Conclusion and Farewell   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.itv.com/racing   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow ITV Racing on Twitter/X - @itvracing

In this episode of 'Inside the Rails,' hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle discuss their varied summer activities and upcoming holidays, along with the York Ebor meeting. The hosts delve into the implications of the proposed betting tax increase and the upcoming strike in the racing industry. Additionally, they pay tributes to recently deceased racing figures Peter Easterby, Bill Turner, and Alan Bailey, before reviewing the Glorious Goodwood meeting and recent racing performances. Special guest David Milnes, Newmarket correspondent for The Racing Post, joins the conversation, offering insights into his journey into horse racing and the famous horses he feels privileged to have seen on the gallops. 00:00 Welcome to Inside the Rails 00:16 York Ebor Meeting and Upcoming Holidays 01:36 BG Racing Updates 02:44 Solario Racing Highlights 05:43 Betting Tax Proposal and Racing Strike 09:18 Remembering Racing Legends 12:01 York Ebor Meeting Day One Recap 16:29 Special Guest: David Milnes from The Racing Post 17:41 David Milnes' Journey in Horse Racing 28:46 Improving British Racing 31:17 Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.racingpost.com https://www.racingpost.com/authors/david-milnes/   Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow David Milnes on Twitter/X - @davidmilneshq

This episode sees Simon and Phil discuss their busy month, chatting about their own syndicates and providing updates on their horses.  The guys then discuss Glorious Goodwood and the Racing League series. They are joined by commentator and racecourse announcer Gary Capewell, who shares insights on his career and his favourite tracks, as well as sharing some anecdotes from his time in racing. 00:00 Introduction and Monthly Recap 01:44 BG Racing and Solario Racing Updates 06:12 Jazz In The Church 06:42 Horses To Follow & Glorious Goodwood 11:54 Racing League 13:42 Special Guest: Gary Capewell 14:02 Gary Capewell's Early Career 16:55 Arabian Racing and International Experience 17:56 Announcing vs. Commentating 21:18 Favourite Courses and Anecdotes 25:04 Improving British Racing 29:53 Conclusion and Farewell   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    Contact the hosts: Phil Boyle: [email protected]  Simon Double: [email protected]   Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates Follow Gary Capewell on Twitter/X - @gcapewell