The Verdict with Michael Felgate

Epizody

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  Shark jumps in the driver's seat, who to pen and who to back in the Flemington mud, and a blowout in the Turnbull!? 02.10.2026 56min

  Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! There was an early setback, with Michael Felgate unable to join the boys, but the Shark was more than happy to take the keys and jump in the driver's seat. It's shaping as a sloppy affair at Flemington, with a stack of rain hitting Melbourne over the last day or so... but that didn't dampen spirits when finding a bet! Former NRL star Bryan Fletcher also joined the podcast to run through a massive weekend of sport and racing in Sydney! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why the wet won't worry Sir Delius, the inside word on Well Written, and where will Aethelwulf run? 01.10.2026 36min

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing! Adrian Bott joined the podcast to share an update on Sir Delius, who is favourite to go back-to-back in the Turnbull Stakes. He isn't concerned by the prospect of a wet track. Stephen Marsh then gave us the latest on emerging New Zealand superstar Well Written, who makes her Australian debut this Saturday. Racing.com reporter Ed Sadler covered off on all the latest news, before Ben Asgari shared his best bets at Warrnambool. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Key updates on Half Yours, Natural Fling and Lepolo, plus a big name to miss the Turnbull? And has Reece Goodwin found his stable star? 30.09.2026 43min

  Tony McEvoy joined Michael Felgate on Wednesday ahead of a big Saturday for the stable. Half Yours heads to the Turnbull Stakes, with how he performs to determine his spring path. Natural Fling looks mighty hard to beat in the Danehill, while Lepolo is a very exciting prospect. Reece Goodwin then joined The Verdict to discuss his exciting sprinter Pocketfullofcash. Trent Masenhelder covered off on the latest news, before Clint Hutchison shared his best bets for Wednesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Some key news on the internationals, the gun 3YO who somehow flew under the radar, and BZ's best Tuesday play! 28.09.2026 35min

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing! It's been a big 48 hours for the Spring Carnival's international contenders. Paul Bloodworth from Racing Victoria shared the latest. Trent Masenhelder then joined The Verdict to run through some key local news, before we got Brent Zerafa's best bets on Tuesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Felgate's grand final setback, a BIG call to come with a fan favourite, and Shark's smokey for the Guineas 28.09.2026 1h 4min

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Carl Di Iorio review the weekend of racing. The boys started with a quick reflection on grand final weekend... it's safe to say Felgate had a big setback at the end of the game! They then ripped into the weekend, with Jimmysstar returning to his best in the Manikato Stakes. A big call is to come with Mr Brightside. Di Iorio then pushed listeners into an international Caulfield Cup contender at a nice price! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why it's a HUGE weekend for multis, the big worry with Beiwacht, and what to expect from the Caulfield track this Sunday! 25.09.2026 1h 2min

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview a massive weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! We're all set for a monster weekend, with meetings at Mornington and Rosehill to compliment AFL Grand Final Day. It's a huge weekend for the multi! The boys were joined by Sam Bennetts, who shared some crucial updates on the Caulfield track, which has been the source of much discussion this week. Unibet's Ed Curnow also joined the podcast to discuss the AFL decider, but he came armed with a racing tip, too! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Giga Kick primed for Manikato bounce, the first 2YOs emerge and some early Caulfield value! 24.09.2026 36min

  Michael Felgate was joined by Clayton Douglas ahead of Sunday’s Group 1 Manikato Stakes, with Giga Kick looking to bounce back second-up at Caulfield. Ed Sadler checked in from Flemington after the first significant two-year-old jumpouts of the season, identifying several Team McEvoy juveniles to blackbook before assessing the Coolmore contenders including Natural Fling, Pocketfulofcash and The Next Episode. Ben Asgari shared his best bets at Moe and gives his early thoughts on a huge Manikato Stakes meeting at Caulfield. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The VJA and MRC address the Caulfield track situation, how Guest House will be ridden this Saturday, and a BIG boost to the VRC Derby! 23.09.2026 1h 3min

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest racing news and views. He started by covering off on the situation surrounding the Caulfield track and the decision to move the rail on short notice before Saturday's meeting. Victorian Jockeys' Association boss Matt Hyland had his say, before Melbourne Racing Club CEO Tanya Fullarton shared the club's version of events. Mick Kent Jnr then joined The Verdict to share an update on Guest House ahead of the Golden Rose, as well as the stable's other key weekend runners. Trent Masenhelder had the latest news update before Clint Hutchison shared his best bets for Wednesday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Manikato fancy now sweating on a run, and the BIG decision looming with emerging Melbourne Cup contender 22.09.2026 36min

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views. He was joined by trainer Matt Smith, who has Australia's most exciting emerging stayer, Aethelwulf, on his hands! He gave us the latest on plans for the horse and whether we will see him target the Melbourne Cup this spring. Trent Masenhelder covered off on the latest news ahead of a big meeting at Caulfield on Sunday! David Strehlau then shared his best bets for Tuesday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The horse with Zoolander's problem, why Angel Capital is great for racing, and the emerging Cup contender 21.09.2026 1h 4min

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot set the agenda after another big weekend of racing! There was heaps to discuss after an eventful Saturday at Caulfield… Angel Capital finally broke through for a G1 win. Foot explained why the horse is great for racing. And what's with Lindermann's form in Melbourne? He flopped at Caulfield on Saturday. Who are the horses to follow? And the Shark has found a Melbourne Cup contender that reminds him of Alcopop. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The underrated Underwood hope, the race Shark CANNOT wait for, and a tale of two Freedmans... 18.09.2026 1h 6min

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! The boys came armed with a stack of plays at Caulfield this Saturday... The Shark LOVES his handicap racing and the Rupert Clarke Stakes has him up and about. He's also found a horse he reckons has flown under the radar heading towards the Underwood Stakes. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  MUST LISTEN: What Joseph O'Brien makes of his Melbourne and Caulfield Cup contenders! 17.09.2026 14min

  You don't want to miss this one! Champion Irish trainer Joseph O'Brien joined Michael Felgate on Thursday after the release of this year's Melbourne and Caulfield Cup weights. He could have as many as TEN runners in this year's edition of our most famous race. Who is coming? Which race will they target? And, most importantly, who does Joseph O'Brien think is his best chance of claiming a third Melbourne Cup? THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why Phillip Stokes is up and about, the case for Tom Kitten, and the key to Point Barrow's weekend hopes 17.09.2026 39min

  Phillip Stokes joined The Verdict podcast on Thursday. He has a couple of leading chances heading to Caulfield this Saturday. He gave a strong push for Regal Award in the Rupert Clarke Stakes, warning punters not to underestimate one of his other runners. Sam Freedman then joined the podcast to share updates on Tom Kitten, Point Barrow, Inkaruna, Wolf Gap and American Eagle. Ed Sadler brought some key news updates to the table ahead of Saturday's racing. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  What Tom Dabernig learned about Oliveanotherday, the plan for Sepals this spring, and the big call coming with Cup weights 16.09.2026 42min

  Tom Dabernig joined The Verdict podcast on Wednesday to discuss Oliveanotherday's performance at Flemington last Saturday. Will we see him down the straight again? Cliff Brown then joined the podcast to discuss his two Rupert Clarke Stakes contenders. Trent Masenhelder covered off on the latest news heading towards the weekend, before Clint Hutchison shared his best bets for Wednesday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Key intel from the Caulfield gallops, Joe Pride's Ceolwulf conundrum and the early word on Europe's spring contenders 15.09.2026 1h 8min

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing. Ed Sadler was at Caulfield on Tuesday morning and caught up with Chris Waller, who shared plenty of interesting snippets about his likely weekend team. Joe Pride then joined The Verdict, explaining why he's going to hold back putting the blinkers on stable star Ceolwulf. Lee Mottershead then gave us some in depth analysis on the first wave of European contenders heading to Australia for the Spring Carnival. Trent Masenhelder also joined the podcast, before David Strehlau shared his best bets for Tuesday! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Felgate, Sharkie and Foot ALL make MASSIVE spring calls, Bjorn Baker’s Flemington secret, and the spring contender flying under the radar… 14.09.2026 1h 9min

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot review the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! And there was STACKS to discuss after a massive Saturday at Flemington and Rosehill. The boys came out firing with big spring calls. Who are the real Cox Plate contenders? Will Sheza Alibi lose again? What's up with Treasurethe Moment? You don't want to miss this episode! THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Shark's new obsession, the pick of the HOT favourites at Flemington, and what the Makybe scratchings mean for Sheza Alibi 11.09.2026 55min

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! And the Shark has a new obsession! He was off the MCG on Friday after the podcast recording. The boys ripped through the Flemington card, finding plenty of bets to be had. Liam O'Keeffe gave us the latest on the track at headquarters. Who wins the Group 1? And which of the HOT favourites on the card is the best betting play? THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Key updates on Mr Brightside, Hard Kick, Arkansaw Kid, Storm Leopard, Streisand and Tales Of Time 10.09.2026 34min

  It was a jam-packed edition of The Verdict podcast on Thursday! Ben Hayes from Lindsay Park gave an update on the stable’s key weekend contenders. Can Mr Brightside win a fourth Makybe Diva Stakes? Hard Kick, Arkansaw Kid, Gin Twist and Storm Leopard are some of their other interesting runners. Clinton McDonald then joined The Verdict after Tales Of Time made a statement at Sandown. Blue Diamond winner Streisand returns to the races this Saturday. Ed Sadler then covered off on the latest news, with an international Melbourne Cup hope winning again overnight. And Felgate shared David Strehlau’s best bets at Seymour on Thursday. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SPRING FUTURES! A couple of 50-1 plays in G1s, some Coolmore mail, and can Felgate land another spring multi!? 09.09.2026 40min

  You don't want to miss this one! Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot have cast their eyes over the upcoming spring features and found plenty of early plays in Group 1 races. There were a couple of 50-1 bets floated, some interesting mail shared ahead of the Coolmore Stud Stakes and can Felgate nail another big all-up multi like he did last spring!? THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  WEDNESDAY WINNERS! Clint Hutchison's best bets at Sandown and Hong Kong! (September 9, 2026) 09.09.2026 6min

  There are some nice races at Sandown this arvo! And Hong Kong racing returns! Racing.com form analyst Clint Hutchison shared his best bets on The Verdict podcast. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.