The Verdict with Michael Felgate

Episode

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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 42mnt

  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 1j 8mnt

  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 1j 9mnt

  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 55mnt

  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 34mnt

  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 40mnt

  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 6mnt

  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.
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  The enormity of Paddy Payne Snr’s racing legacy, a Cox Plate surprise, Grahame Begg’s stable mail, and how the My Gladiola camp celebrated! 09.09.2026 49mnt

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest racing news and views. We started Wednesday's episode reflecting on the sad loss of Paddy Payne Snr. What a legacy he leaves. Racing.com reporter Trent Masenhelder joined The Verdict to discuss, before sharing the latest racing news. Grahame Begg then shared the inside word from his stable heading towards the weekend, also offering an update on some of his runners this Wednesday. Luke Wilkinson from Kia Ora Racing then lifted the lid the My Gladiola celebrations before discussing what her victory in the Group 1 Moir Stakes means, moving forward. Clint Hutchison also shared his best bets at Sandown! 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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  Get the latest from Flemington trackwork, what to make of Giga Kick's return, and why history is against Sheza Alibi this Saturday 08.09.2026 39mnt

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing. A host of big names were at Flemington on Tuesday ahead of Saturday's massive meeting. Gai Waterhouse, Chris Waller and Calvin McEvoy were among them. Clayton Douglas then joined the podcast to give punters the latest on Giga Kick after his first-up effort in the Moir Stakes. Dave Strehlau then shared his best bets for Moe 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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  Why you shouldn’t give this star filly the flick, Felgate and Foot’s clash over the Concorde, and the form you should take on this spring 07.09.2026 1j 9mnt

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot review the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet. The boys started with Saturday's Group 1 Moir Stakes at Sandown. My Gladiola was terrific in victory, but you shouldn't be jumping off Natural Fling, who was beaten as favourite. Felgate and Foot clashed over whether Headwall should have beaten Tempted in the Concorde Stakes in Sydney. And if it wasn't clear already, Foot said it's bleeding obvious now the Vain Stakes isn't a race to trust this Spring Carnival. 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 big question before having a bet this weekend, Felgate and Shark's side bet, and an exciting announcement! 04.09.2026 51mnt

  Michael Felgate and Mick Sharkie preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! The boys ran through the entire Moir Stakes Day card, finding a few horses they're keen to play... but a BIG question needs answering before having a bet! Who wins the Moir? There are plenty of live hopes. And there was an exciting announcement about an event you don't want to miss! 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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  Pub chat? Or possible? The clash racing fans would love to see... PLUS the latest on Well Written 03.09.2026 45mnt

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing! Ed Sadler joined The Verdict to react to the news of Romantic Warrior's retirement from racing. He also had an update on Ka Ying Rising. Sadler and Felgate also discussed the proposed match race between the superstar sprinter and Autumn Glow. Could it actually happen? Mick Guerin then joined The Verdict to discuss the latest news in New Zealand racing. Well Written makes her return this Saturday! Grace Hayes then shared her 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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  WEDNESDAY WINNERS! Clint Hutchison's best bets at Sandown (September 2, 2026) 02.09.2026 5mnt

  Racing.com form analyst Clint Hutchison joined The Verdict podcast on Wednesday to run through his best plays at Sandown. 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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  A deep dive on the Melbourne Cup noms, time to worry about the NZ form? And farewell to Fangirl? 02.09.2026 46mnt

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in the world of racing! Paul Bloodworth from Racing Victoria joined The Verdict after 101 horses nominated for this year's Melbourne Cup. Who are the key internationals to focus on? Trent Masenhelder then shared the latest local news. Is it farewell to Fangirl this weekend? Clint Hutchison then shared his best bets for Sandown. 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 Natural Fling and Giga Kick, a new Caulfield Cup contender emerges, and an update on Cyril Small 01.09.2026 36mnt

  Michael Felgate was joined by Ed Sadler on Tuesday morning, who caught up with Calvin McEvoy and Clayton Douglas ahead of Saturday's Moir Stakes. Gavin Bedggood then joined the podcast after Kingswood's impressive weekend win. Trent Masenhelder broke some news about a star sprinter, before Brent Zerafa 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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  Mick Price's BIG call on Guest House, the key Cosmic Crusader question, and has Shark found the Caulfield Cup winner? 31.08.2026 1j 4mnt

  Michael Felgate, Mick Sharkie and Nick Foot review the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! The boys had plenty to discuss after Saturday's Memsie Stakes at Caulfield. The Shark returned from holidays in fine form! Mick Price joined The Verdict after Guest House made a dominant return to the races... is he the best juvenile Price has trained? The boys also found a few horses to follow from the weekend! 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 G1 star who holds the key to the Memsie, the boys CLASH over a Caulfield favourite, and … have you heard Nick Foot sing? 28.08.2026 1j 11mnt

  Michael Felgate, Nick Foot and Nick Noonan preview the weekend of racing, thanks to Unibet! And BOY, it was a spicy episode ahead of Memsie Stakes Day! There was plenty of split opinion on some of the big races, with Nick Foot questioning one of the leading favourites on the day, while Michael Felgate isn't convinced about a Memsie Stakes contender... We got the latest from Caulfield track manager Sam Bennetts before the boys ripped into the entire Caulfield card. 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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  Talented sprinter joins Grahame Begg's team, the latest on Giga Kick, and some mail from the trials... 27.08.2026 34mnt

  Grahame Begg joined The Verdict podcast on Thursday to share the latest on his team of runners this weekend. His Melbourne Cup hopeful makes his return, while an interesting recent addition will make his debut for the stable. Ed Sadler then shared the latest news after catching up with some big names during the week. Ben Asgari then ran through his best plays for 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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  The question Oliveanotherday has to answer this Saturday, some early Moir mail, and have we seen the last of a Hong Kong superstar? 26.08.2026 45mnt

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views in racing. He was joined by Tom Daberning, who sends a couple of very strong hopes to Caulfield this Saturday. Trevor Donaldson from Breeder Nexus joined The Verdict to share some key insights. We then got the latest news from Trent Masenhelder. Some interesting news about Romantic Warrior emerged overnight. Clint Hutchison then shared his best bets at Bendigo on 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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  Chris Waller on his FIVE runners in the Memsie, what to expect from Guest House this week, and keep an eye on this Guineas hope... 25.08.2026 39mnt

  Michael Felgate brings you the latest news and views. Racing.com's Trent Masenhelder was at Caulfield trackwork on Tuesday morning and gave us a comprehensive wrap after speaking with both Chris Waller and Ciaron Maher. Michael Kent Jnr then joined The Verdict to discuss Planet Red and Sabaj, as well as the Golden Slipper winner – Guest House – who returns this Saturday. Brent Zerafa then shared his best bets at Ballarat. 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.