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COX PLATE PREVIEW, RANDWICK RACING & UNIBET'S LATEST SPECIAL! Aaron Macey is back with another big racing preview, breaking down all the action ahead of an exciting weekend of horse racing!🏆 COX PLATE PREVIEWOne of the biggest races on the Australian racing calendar is here! Aaron previews the Cox Plate, analysing the key runners, chances and horses to keep an eye on heading into race day.🐎 RANDWICK RACE DAY PREVIEWWe also turn our attention to Randwick, running through the key races, the horses worth watching and the runners that could make an impact across the card.🏉 RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP – WEEK 2Aaron also brings listeners up to speed with the latest Unibet special for Week 2 of the Rugby League World Cup, which is Jack Bostock to score either the FIRST or LAST TRY on Sunday vs Fiji.From elite thoroughbred racing to international rugby league, we've got you covered!👇 GET INVOLVEDWhat are your best bets for the Cox Plate and Randwick this weekend? Let us know in the comments!Also stay tuned as the BTFU APP is coming soon...👍 Like the video, subscribe to the channel and turn on notifications so you never miss a preview.⚠️ Gambling involves risk. Only gamble what you can afford to lose. 18+ only. T&Cs apply to promotions. Gamble responsibly.#CoxPlate #HorseRacing #RandwickRaces #RacingPreview #Unibet #RugbyLeagueWorldCup #SportsBetting #HorseRacingTips

Mace & Alana preview this weekend of racing

Heavy rain threatens to turn Epsom Day into a punting minefield. With Alana Pearson a late scratching, Aaron Macey goes solo to preview Saturday’s biggest races at Randwick and Flemington.Macey breaks down the Flight Stakes and The Metropolitan before tackling a wide-open Epsom Handicap. Autumn Boy sits on top, while Mr Miller and Declichy Boulevard provide the each-way value.The Premiere Stakes brings together Everest contender Tempted, wet-track specialist Headwall and outsider Mazu. Macey assesses the speed map and explains why the short-priced favourite presents a risk on a rain-affected track.Attention then turns to the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington. Sir Delius earns top billing, with Aeliana and Half Yours rated as the leading dangers ahead of the Cox Plate and Caulfield Cup.CHAPTERS:1:19 Flight Stakes Preview3:04 The Metropolitan Preview4:47 Epsom Handicap Best Bets and Each-Way Value8:51 Premiere Stakes: Tempted, Headwall and Mazu10:44 Turnbull Stakes: Sir Delius, Aeliana and Half Yours

Grand Final week has arrived. The Roosters face the Knights in a premiership decider few rugby league fans predicted at the start of the season.Braith Anasta and Reni Maitua revisit Newcastle’s extraordinary preliminary final victory over Penrith after playing 44 minutes with 12 men. They examine Nathan Cleary’s injury, Penrith’s collapse under pressure and whether the Knights spent their final emotional reserves reaching the decider.The boys also review the Roosters’ commanding win over the Dolphins, Victor Radley’s impact and the growing combination between Daly Cherry-Evans and Sam Walker.Then comes the full Grand Final breakdown. The Roosters’ powerful middle, Kalyn Ponga’s attacking influence, Newcastle’s defensive targets and the aerial mismatch between Mark Nawaqanitawase and Greg Marzhew. Plus, match predictions, the NRLW Grand Final preview, the Roosters giveaway and the final Unibet specials of the season.CHAPTERS:0:00 Grand Final Week and Premiership Memories6:20 Knights’ 12-Man Miracle Against Penrith14:55 Roosters Dominate the Dolphins19:04 Ad Spot: Flora ProActiv19:41 Proper 12 Moments21:30 YouTube Questions: Rookie Stars, Warriors Halves and Latrell30:44 Ad Spot: Great Southern Bank31:59 Fireball Quickfires: Finals Heroes and Underdog History34:44 Roosters v Knights Grand Final Preview49:03 Ad Spot: Jim Beam Bar Serve49:45 NRLW Grand Final Preview, Giveaway and Unibet SpecialsFollow the Boys on Instagram:Braith Anasta:https://www.instagram.com/braith_anastaReni Maitua:https://www.instagram.com/renimaitua

Newcastle were wooden spooners 12 months ago. Now the Knights are 80 minutes from a premiership after producing one of the bravest finals wins in recent memory.Jake Friend joins Mace and Lez to break down Newcastle’s extraordinary 22-14 victory over Penrith after Phoenix Crossland’s send-off reduced the Knights to 12 men. The boys debate Crossland’s tackle on Nathan Cleary, the looming judiciary decision and whether Harrison Graham is ready to step into a grand final.They also examine the performances of Kalyn Ponga, Bradman Best and Sandon Smith, plus Justin Holbrook’s transformation of the Knights and the belief driving their incredible finals run.Friendy then takes us inside the Roosters’ grand final preparation. He reveals the lessons from losing the 2010 decider, the secret behind Cooper Cronk’s appearance in 2018 and how the Roosters plan to contain Ponga and Newcastle’s dangerous attack.Plus, Daly Cherry-Evans’ final game, Sam Walker’s evolution, Rob Toia’s rise, Mark Nawaqanitawase’s X-factor, Reece Robson’s influence and the boys’ grand final and Clive Churchill Medal predictions.TIMECODES:00:00 Cold Open and Weekend Wrap01:48 Newcastle’s 12-Man Win Over Penrith04:38 Crossland Send-Off and Cleary Injury08:55 Ponga, Bradman Best and Sandon Smith14:14 Justin Holbrook, Momentum and Grand Final Emotion20:29 DCE, Sam Walker and Big-Game Standards25:04 Roosters Defence, Rob Toia and Finals Preparation35:22 Jim Beam Bar Serve36:06 Cooper Cronk’s Secret and the 2018 Grand Final42:41 Knights vs Roosters Tactics and PredictionsDo the Knights complete one of rugby league’s greatest turnarounds, or will the Roosters’ grand final experience decide the premiership?Let us know your prediction and Clive Churchill Medal winner in the comments.Like the video, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The Monday Kick On.This episode features Jim Beam Bar Serve. Enjoy responsibly.Follow the Boys on Instagram:Jake Friend:https://www.instagram.com/jakefriend90/Big Lez:https://www.instagram.com/biglezsleague/Macey:https://www.instagram.com/mace_theace

Golden Rose weekend is here, with two days of Group 1 racing and several strong betting opportunities on the table.Aaron Macey and Alana Pearson preview the key races at Rosehill, including the Golden Pendant, Golden Rose and Shannon Stakes. They assess the expected track conditions, likely speed maps and where the best value sits across the card.Guest House enters the Golden Rose as the horse to beat, but Mace finds value with St Gotthard. The team also discusses Warwoven, Trom Bolt and the runners offering genuine place value at bigger prices.Attention then turns to Sunday’s Manikato Stakes. Mace and Alana assess the likely track pattern, Beiwacht's chances of controlling the race and the value surrounding OLIVEANOTHERDAY and ExtraGalactic.CHAPTERS:0:00 Golden Rose Weekend and BTFU App Update2:31 Rosehill Race 5 Best Bet and Race 6 Preview6:19 Golden Pendant Preview9:08 Golden Rose Preview and Best Bets16:13 Shannon Stakes and Late Rosehill Selections20:20 Manikato Stakes Preview25:22 Responsible Gambling Message

Aaron Macey sits down with former Adelaide & Carlton Mid-Fielder Ed Curnow to preview the upcoming AFL Grand Final.Ed gives his predictions for the big dance, provides insight into game strategy and gives some predictions for the 2027 AFL season. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 03:19 - Essendon and Finals Performances 04:40 - Next Season Predictions For Top Teams 06:33 - GWS and Sydney prospects 08:16 - Should The NRL Introduce A Wildcard Round 10:31 - Potential Breakout AFL Teams For 2027 12:21 - AFL Grand Final Predictions 14:19 - Game Strategy and Norm Smith Medal Tips 15:54 - Music and entertainment for the Grand Final 16:59 - NRL Grand Final and Player Transitions Post Retirement

The Knights are into a preliminary final, but the disputed calls against the Warriors have Braith Anasta and Reni Maitua fired up. They break down Newcastle’s win, question the role of the touch judges and ask whether the Warriors failed to deliver when it mattered most.In this week’s Proper Twelve Magic Moments, Braith takes you inside the atmosphere at Eden Park, while Reni picks a spectacular Roosters team try. The boys then examine the Roosters’ win over the Sharks, the turning points Cronulla will regret and James Tedesco’s finals form.Your questions put Latrell Mitchell’s future at Souths, the Dragons’ new signings and Blaize Talagi’s best position on the table. Braith and Reni finish with their Dolphins–Roosters and Panthers–Knights predictions, plus their Unibet specials.Which refereeing call frustrated you most? Who makes the grand final? Tell us in the comments. Like the episode, subscribe to BTFU and turn on notifications so you never miss an upload.CHAPTERS00:00 Coming up04:07 Proper Twelve Magic Moments05:47 Knights beat the Warriors. What went wrong for New Zealand?14:55 Disputed calls and the touch judge debate20:21 Flora ProActiv20:58 Roosters beat the Sharks. Turning points and finals form33:06 Jim Beam Bar Serve33:36 Your questions. Latrell, the Dragons and Blaize Talagi44:43 Fireball Quickfires. Big game preparation and coaches’ speeches49:29 Great Southern Bank Everyday Saver50:50 Unibet prelim previews, picks and specialsFollow the Boys on InstagramBraith Anasta:https://www.instagram.com/braith_anastaReni Maitua:https://www.instagram.com/renimaituaMacey:https://www.instagram.com/mace_theace

Were the Warriors robbed, or did Newcastle earn their place in the preliminary final?Aaron Macey, Jake Friend and Big Lez break down Newcastle’s dramatic 12–10 finals victory over the Warriors. The boys examine the controversial late refereeing decisions, the disputed kick contest and the Warriors’ straight-sets exit. Jake explains why Newcastle’s defensive effort and willingness to win the smaller contests proved decisive. They also review the Roosters’ dominant win over Cronulla, Angus Crichton’s return, the club’s depth in the halves and Sam Walker’s possible comeback. The episode finishes with previews of Roosters versus Dolphins and Knights versus Panthers, plus the debate over Herbie Farnworth’s finals form and Justin Holbrook’s Coach of the Year credentials.CHAPTERS00:00 Opening and Welcome01:34 Were the Warriors Robbed?04:19 Newcastle’s Defence and the Warriors’ Finals Exit11:49 Dom Young, Justin Holbrook and Handling Referees16:53 Roosters Dominate the Sharks19:32 Roosters’ Halves and Sam Walker’s Possible Return25:52 What Went Wrong for Cronulla?31:21 Roosters versus Dolphins Preliminary Final Preview34:39 Knights versus Panthers Preliminary Final Preview38:23 Final Predictions and WrapFollow the Boys on Instagram:Jake Friend:https://www.instagram.com/jakefriend90/Big Lez:https://www.instagram.com/biglezsleague/Macey:https://www.instagram.com/mace_theace

The first weekend of finals exposed every weakness. Braith Anasta and Reni Maitua examine South Sydney’s fitness, Cody Walker’s future and the major roster decisions facing Wayne Bennett. They also break down Newcastle’s dominant performance and Dane Gagai’s fiery battle with Latrell Mitchell. The Dolphins stun the Warriors, Herbie Farnworth enters the best-player-in-the-game debate and Cronulla survive an underwhelming contest against North Queensland. Braith also explains what went wrong with the Roosters’ field-goal setup against Penrith and reveals DCE’s response after the loss. The boys answer fan questions about Canterbury’s 2027 spine before previewing Roosters versus Sharks and Warriors versus Knights. Which teams reach the preliminary finals? Leave your tips in the comments and subscribe to BTFU for more rugby league analysis. CHAPTERS00:00 Opening and Welcome 02:39 Newcastle Expose South Sydney 14:22 Proper Twelve Moment of the Week16:17 Dolphins Stun the Warriors 25:05 Ad Spot: Great Southern Bank 26:15 Sharks Survive the Cowboys 31:40 Ad Spot: Flora ProActiv 32:17 Roosters versus Panthers and DCE’s Costly Decision 42:32 Ad Spot: Jim Beam Bar Serve 43:11 Bulldogs Fan Questions 47:23 Fireball Quickfire 51:04 Unibet Preview: Roosters versus Sharks and Warriors versus Knights Follow the Boys on Instagram: Braith Anasta:https://www.instagram.com/braith_anasta Reni Maitua:https://www.instagram.com/renimaitua Macey:https://www.instagram.com/mace_theace

Finals pressure has arrived.Macey and Friendy break down the Roosters’ narrow loss to Penrith, the decisive moments that shaped the result and Nathan Cleary’s match-winning influence. They also examine what the Roosters must improve before their elimination final against Cronulla.The Dolphins announce themselves as genuine premiership contenders after defeating the Warriors in New Zealand. The boys also discuss Newcastle ending South Sydney’s season, the Knights’ dangerous attack and Justin Holbrook’s impact.Friendy explains what happens inside a team during a do-or-die finals week. The episode finishes with full previews of Roosters versus Sharks and Warriors versus Knights.Who survives the next round? Leave your predictions in the comments and subscribe for more from The Monday Kick-On.00:00 Welcome to The Monday Kick-On01:23 Roosters and Panthers Deliver a Finals Classic10:18 Nathan Cleary and Penrith’s Match-Winning Moments16:13 Dolphins Stun the Warriors in New Zealand22:18 Newcastle End South Sydney’s Season26:53 What Makes a Great Assistant Coach?28:56 Sharks Survive the Cowboys34:13 Inside a Do-or-Die Finals Week40:34 Roosters versus Sharks Preview41:32 Warriors versus Knights PreviewFollow the Boys on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mace_theacehttps://www.instagram.com/jakefriend90/https://www.instagram.com/friendlyplumbing/🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/btfu/id1804246088

Braith Anasta, Reni Maitua and Aaron Macey are back on 180 — and finals footy has officially arrived.🏆 THE BTFU 2026 AWARDSThe boys hand out their awards for the season, including Signing of the Year, Proper Footballer, Clutch Moment, Breakout Player, Journalist of the Year, Coach of the Year and Player of the Year. Selwyn Cobbo, James Fisher-Harris, Nathan Cleary, Thomas Jenkins and plenty more are in the mix.🐬 DOLPHINS TO UPSET THE WARRIORS?Reni is backing an upset in New Zealand, believing the Dolphins have the strike and balance to trouble the Warriors. Braith isn’t convinced and believes the Warriors’ forward pack, Wade Egan and the Auckland crowd can get them home.🦈 CAN THE SHARKS FINALLY DELIVER?Braydon Trindall returns at the perfect time for Cronulla as they face a Cowboys side leaking points. The boys discuss whether the Sharks can finally handle the pressure of September football.🐓 CAN THE ROOSTERS SHOCK PENRITH?Penrith enter September with one of the greatest recent finals records in the game, but could a simplified Roosters attack with DCE and Hugo Savala cause problems? The boys break down the matchup, Sam Walker’s absence and what the Roosters need to get right to pull off the upset.Plus, South Sydney’s vulnerable middle comes under the microscope, the Knights’ injury problems are assessed, the boys give their Fireball awards and look at all four opening-week finals.00:00 Intro, Jai’s 100th & Weekend Check-In 03:32 Fireball Quickfire — 2026 Special Edition 07:36 Proper 12 Moment of the Round 08:13 BTFU 2026 Awards — Signings, Clutch & Breakout Stars 11:19 Proper 12 Award18:59 BTFU Awards — Journos, Biggest Stories, Fans & Player of the Year 34:06 Great Southern Bank 36:11 Flora ProActiv 36:47 Jim Beam37:24 Rabbitohs vs Knights — Is Souths’ Middle Vulnerable? 42:30 Warriors vs Dolphins — Reni Calls the Upset 46:22 Sharks vs Cowboys — Trindall Returns 49:16 Panthers vs Roosters — Can DCE Pull Off the Upset?#NRL #RugbyLeague #180Podcast #NRLFinals #SydneyRoosters #PenrithPanthers #Warriors #Dolphins #CronullaSharks

Reni Maitua and Aaron Macey are back for another Monday Kick On, with Jake Friend away this week.🐶 WHAT’S WRONG WITH THE BULLDOGS ATTACK?Reni takes a deep dive into Canterbury’s attack, where they’re playing from on the field, their decoy runners, their good-ball structure and why their spine still needs clarity heading into next season. The boys also discuss Lachlan Galvin’s role and whether the Bulldogs need a more structured half alongside him.🔥 COBY BLACK SHINESCoby Black delivers a huge performance for Canberra, and the boys discuss why some players simply need the right opportunity and system to show what they can really do at NRL level.🏉 ARE WE PUNISHING PLAYERS FOR TACKLING TOO HARD?A massive hit from Blake Lawrie sparks a wider debate around shoulder charges, sin bins and whether the game is starting to take too much physicality out of rugby league.🧠 DARIUS BOYD TO COACH QUEENSLANDReni and Macey react to Darius Boyd’s coaching appointment and discuss the pressure, criticism and politics that come with coaching at the highest level.Plus, Penrith wrap up the minor premiership, the Warriors and Dolphins get their flowers, the boys look at the next generation of halves, talk Benji Marshall’s influence on the game and preview some of the biggest finals matchups coming this week.00:00 Coming Up — “Sin Binned for Tackling Too Hard?”00:32 Jake’s Away, Darius Boyd & Coaching Pressure05:49 Panthers, Warriors & Dolphins Get Their Flowers08:14 BTFU App & What’s Coming Next12:45 Coby Black, Young Halves & The Future of the Game23:56 Benji Marshall & The Rookie Debate28:23 Bulldogs Review — What Needs to Change?33:42 Bulldogs Spine — Get the 1, 6, 7 & 9 Right45:46 Referees, Big Hits & “Tackling Too Hard”50:56 Finals Preview & Who Can Win Outside the Top Four?#NRL #RugbyLeague #MondayKickOn #Bulldogs #CobyBlack #CanberraRaiders #NRLFinals

Macey and Alana Pearson are back for another episode of In The One One, breaking down a huge weekend of racing at Sandown and Randwick.🔥 NATURAL FLING READY TO FIRENatural Fling heads to the Moir Stakes in top order after a huge first-up performance. The team discusses her wide barrier, her natural speed, the confidence around the camp and whether Giga Kick can match her over 1000 metres.👀 HAS THE MARKET GOT CHEYENNE WRONG?One of the biggest talking points comes in the Furious Stakes, where Macey questions why the jockey has elected to ride Cheyenne over Pembrey. Alana believes the market may have seriously underestimated her chances, and Macey is happy to play the value.⭐ TEMPTED RETURNSTempted begins what could be an Everest preparation in the Concorde Stakes, with both Macey and Alana expecting a big first-up run.🏇 FANGIRL’S POSSIBLE FAREWELLCould this be Fangirl’s final start? The team breaks down the Chelmsford Stakes, Lindermann’s tactical advantage and the horses capable of causing an upset.Plus, the team recaps Mr Miller’s dominant win, provides an update on Yellow Jersey, breaks down James McDonald’s brilliant Canterbury ride and finishes with their best bets and horses to follow across the weekend.00:00 Coming Up — Why Isn’t He Riding Pembrey?00:36 Intro & Last Week’s Winners03:24 Yellow Jersey Update & J-Mac Masterclass07:31 Moir Stakes — Natural Fling vs Giga Kick17:24 Furious Stakes — Has the Market Got Cheyenne Wrong?22:43 Tramway Stakes — Idle Flyer the One to Beat?25:45 Concorde Stakes — Tempted Returns28:00 Chelmsford Stakes — Fangirl’s Last Run?30:40 Best Bets & Horses to Follow33:37 Wrap-Up#HorseRacing #Randwick #Sandown #MoirStakes #FuriousStakes #ChelmsfordStakes #InTheOneOne #RacingTips

Braith Anasta, Reni Maitua and Aaron Macey are back on 180 for the final round before September — and some massive calls are being made across the competition.🦈 DO THE SHARKS NEED TO BLOW IT UP?Cronulla’s form continues to spiral heading into the finals, and the boys aren’t convinced simply getting Braydon Trindall back fixes everything. Braith questions whether the current roster can actually win a premiership and says some big decisions may need to be made around their spine if they fall short again.🐓 CAN THE ROOSTERS WIN WITHOUT SAM WALKER?Sam Walker’s syndesmosis injury has completely changed the equation heading into September — both on the field and around his contract negotiations. The boys debate whether DCE and Sandon Smith simplifying the attack could actually work in the Roosters’ favour, and whether Walker now faces a huge decision on his future.😴 REST OR RHYTHM HEADING INTO FINALS?The Roosters are resting nine players, Cronulla are freshening up key men, while Penrith and the Warriors are still chasing the minor premiership. Is a week off the smartest move — or do teams risk losing the rhythm they desperately need heading into finals?🔥 WHO IS PEAKING AT THE PERFECT TIME?South Sydney continue to build momentum, while the Dolphins remind Braith of his 2010 Roosters side — an attacking team getting hot at exactly the right time. The boys ask whether either side could become the team nobody wants to face in September.Plus, the boys preview the final round, debate who wins the minor premiership, pay tribute to Jai Arrow and finish with Fireball Quickfire and the Unibet round preview.00:00 Coming Up — Cowboys Upset Alert00:30 Intro, Buzz & Weekend Check-In04:53 Rest or Rhythm? Roosters & Sharks Make Their Finals Calls09:01 Sharks Crisis — Nicho, Trindall & Do They Blow It Up?16:26 Panthers vs Warriors — The Minor Premiership Race20:30 Jai Arrow — Proper 12 Moment of the Week21:50 Sam Walker — Injury, Contract & Roosters Future28:24 Rabbitohs & Dolphins — Peaking at the Perfect Time?33:44 Cowboys, Knights & Fireball Quickfire35:27 GSB39:03 Flora Fathers Day39:41 Unibet Final Round Preview180 — Back Yourself.#NRL #RugbyLeague #NRLFinals #CronullaSharks #SydneyRoosters #SamWalker #NichoHynes #Dolphins #180Podcast