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The Verdict with Michael Felgate

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Kaying Rising
Darren Weir
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Renowned racing broadcaster, Michael Felgate, brings you the latest news, views and interviews in the world of horse racing (and hopefully a few winners, too!)

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Mick Sharkie and Carl Di Iorio joined Michael Felgate a day early this week, with the AFL Grand Final Eve meeting at Moonee Valley firmly on the agenda! The boys also had a look at the action at Sandown on Saturday, as well as the Golden Rose in Sydn... more

Michael Felgate made the trip to Mornington on Wednesday morning to catch-up with Clayton Douglas and get the latest on Giga Kick ahead of his return to the races. The Verdict podcast broke the news about a leading Melbourne Cup contender being ruled... more

Michael Felgate had key updates on a leading international contender for the Melbourne Cup, as well as the defending champion. Sheila Laxon told The Verdict podcast Knight's Choice was no certainty to make it back to the race this year after a weeken... more

Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Carl Di Iorio review all the key action from the weekend of racing! They were joined by Adrian Bott after Sir Delius made a statement at Caulfield, before discussing the landscape for the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups... more

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Recent Guests

David Hayes
Trainer discussing Kaying Rising's preparations
Episode: Why you shouldn't be writing Giga Kick off just yet...
Clayton Douglas
Trainer of Giga Kick, providing a personal update
Episode: Why you shouldn't be writing Giga Kick off just yet...
Dave Hegan
Chief Handicapper
Episode: Michael Felgate breaks some big Melbourne Cup news
Sheila Laxon
Trainer of Knight's Choice
Episode: Michael Felgate breaks some big Melbourne Cup news
Adrian Bott
Trainer known for sourcing quality horses, involved with the recent success of Sir Delius
Gai Waterhouse Racing
Episode: Felgate's BIG call on both Cups, Adrian Bott, and a futures play that Shark actually likes!
Jamie Lovett
Australian Bloodstock team member involved in racing ownership
Australian Bloodstock
Episode: Why weight won't worry Cup favourite, Tom Prebble's inspirational update, and Hutchi's Wednesday mail
Mick Sharkie
Regular contributor and expert on horse racing
Episode: The Verdict: Friday Form Focus (September 5, 2025)
Troy Caustons
Special guest and expert trainer
Episode: The Verdict: Friday Form Focus (September 5, 2025)
Troy Corstens
Trainer with a high opinion of his horse Baraqiel
Episode: The Verdict (September 4, 2025)

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Michael Felgate
Renowned racing broadcaster and host, known for bringing the latest news, views, and interviews in horse racing.

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#191
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#2
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#63
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#3
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#20
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#31
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#219
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Why you shouldn't be writing Giga Kick off just yet...
Q: What is the plan for Giga Kick?
He is set to compete on Cawford Guineas Day, expected to race at 1100 meters.
Why you shouldn't be writing Giga Kick off just yet...
Q: How is he, Clayton?
Clayton expressed that Giga Kick is really happy and coming along well with a trial planned for next week.
Michael Felgate breaks some big Melbourne Cup news
Q: How significant is it for Aidan O'Brien not to participate in the Melbourne Cup this year?
Dave Hegan expressed disappointment, noting it affects the competition as O'Brien's horses are usually top contenders, and this impacts the overall dynamics of the race.
Michael Felgate breaks some big Melbourne Cup news
Q: What is the current status of Knight's Choice?
Sheila Laxon shared that Knight's Choice had an elevated temperature but is improving. Depending on upcoming blood test results, they plan to adjust his training accordingly to aim for the Melbourne Cup.
The inside word from two key stables ahead of a BIG weekend of Group 1 racing!
Q: Is he a horse even though he's only had one jump out that's got that natural sprinting ability that you could quite easily see him winning on the weekend?
Without a doubt, yeah.

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6. Jamie Lovett
7. Mick Sharkie
8. Troy Caustons

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