The Verdict with Michael Felgate

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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!) 


Episode Date
The 'curious' comment after the Cox Plate, the 'perfect' Cup trial, and Nick Foot's big omen bet miss!
Oct 26, 2026
Why each Cox Plate contender can and can't win, a plea to Chris Waller, and the flying filly Shark CAN'T WAIT to see!
Oct 23, 2026
The key to Ceolwulf's Cox Plate chances and why history is against Point Of Law in the Melbourne Cup
Oct 22, 2026
Key updates on Sir Delius and The Euphrates, why we're only seeing Vauban now, plus a late Cox Plate twist!
Oct 21, 2026
The likely Cox Plate field, Autumn Glow being set for Flemington, and Kevin Blake's insight on Joseph O'Brien's army of Cup contenders
Oct 20, 2026
The Kingswood clue many punters missed, an update on Half Yours, what brought Ka Ying Rising undone, and some STRONG views on the Cox Plate!
Oct 19, 2026
Sharkie’s massive Thursday night, the 70-1 shot he likes at Caulfield, and your runner-by-runner analysis for the Cup!
Oct 16, 2026
Will we see Warwoven in the Cox Plate? A key update on Mr Brightside, and the fascinating feature this Saturday!
Oct 14, 2026
The inside word on Enfjaar, what excites Robbie Dolan about this Saturday, and the interesting Ka Ying Rising comment
Oct 14, 2026
The big winner (and loser) from the Caulfield Cup barrier draw, plus Calvin McEvoy, Chris Waller, Jack Turnbull and Gavin Bedggood!
Oct 13, 2026
Felgate calls in from hospital, Sharkie cops his medicine, and the 3YO with a strong Cox Plate case (it's not Warwoven)
Oct 12, 2026
The 'perfect' Guineas horse, the BIG bet at Caulfield that caught our eye and Sheza certainty, says Shark!
Oct 08, 2026
The pick of Ciaron Maher's Caulfield contenders, the international who is thriving in Australia, and who to back in the Toorak!?
Oct 07, 2026
The A1 mail on Blind Raise, the big watch on Cosmic Crusader and Nick Noonan's best at Geelong!
Oct 06, 2026
Chris Waller's fascinating reaction to Pride Of Jenni news, and the horse Mark Zahra 'has a big opinion of'
Oct 06, 2026
Time to panic with the Caulfield Cup favourite? The sneaky good run to follow, and did loyalty cost a win at Flemington?
Oct 04, 2026
Shark jumps in the driver's seat, who to pen and who to back in the Flemington mud, and a blowout in the Turnbull!?
Oct 02, 2026
Why the wet won't worry Sir Delius, the inside word on Well Written, and where will Aethelwulf run?
Oct 01, 2026
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?
Sep 30, 2026
Some key news on the internationals, the gun 3YO who somehow flew under the radar, and BZ's best Tuesday play!
Sep 28, 2026
Felgate's grand final setback, a BIG call to come with a fan favourite, and Shark's smokey for the Guineas
Sep 28, 2026
Why it's a HUGE weekend for multis, the big worry with Beiwacht, and what to expect from the Caulfield track this Sunday!
Sep 25, 2026
Giga Kick primed for Manikato bounce, the first 2YOs emerge and some early Caulfield value!
Sep 24, 2026
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!
Sep 23, 2026
The Manikato fancy now sweating on a run, and the BIG decision looming with emerging Melbourne Cup contender
Sep 22, 2026
The horse with Zoolander's problem, why Angel Capital is great for racing, and the emerging Cup contender
Sep 21, 2026
The underrated Underwood hope, the race Shark CANNOT wait for, and a tale of two Freedmans...
Sep 18, 2026
MUST LISTEN: What Joseph O'Brien makes of his Melbourne and Caulfield Cup contenders!
Sep 17, 2026
Why Phillip Stokes is up and about, the case for Tom Kitten, and the key to Point Barrow's weekend hopes
Sep 17, 2026
What Tom Dabernig learned about Oliveanotherday, the plan for Sepals this spring, and the big call coming with Cup weights
Sep 16, 2026
Key intel from the Caulfield gallops, Joe Pride's Ceolwulf conundrum and the early word on Europe's spring contenders
Sep 15, 2026
Felgate, Sharkie and Foot ALL make MASSIVE spring calls, Bjorn Baker’s Flemington secret, and the spring contender flying under the radar…
Sep 14, 2026
Shark's new obsession, the pick of the HOT favourites at Flemington, and what the Makybe scratchings mean for Sheza Alibi
Sep 11, 2026
Key updates on Mr Brightside, Hard Kick, Arkansaw Kid, Storm Leopard, Streisand and Tales Of Time
Sep 10, 2026
SPRING FUTURES! A couple of 50-1 plays in G1s, some Coolmore mail, and can Felgate land another spring multi!?
Sep 09, 2026
WEDNESDAY WINNERS! Clint Hutchison's best bets at Sandown and Hong Kong! (September 9, 2026)
Sep 09, 2026
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!
Sep 09, 2026
Get the latest from Flemington trackwork, what to make of Giga Kick's return, and why history is against Sheza Alibi this Saturday
Sep 08, 2026
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
Sep 07, 2026
The big question before having a bet this weekend, Felgate and Shark's side bet, and an exciting announcement!
Sep 04, 2026
Pub chat? Or possible? The clash racing fans would love to see... PLUS the latest on Well Written
Sep 03, 2026
WEDNESDAY WINNERS! Clint Hutchison's best bets at Sandown (September 2, 2026)
Sep 02, 2026
A deep dive on the Melbourne Cup noms, time to worry about the NZ form? And farewell to Fangirl?
Sep 02, 2026
Key updates on Natural Fling and Giga Kick, a new Caulfield Cup contender emerges, and an update on Cyril Small
Sep 01, 2026
Mick Price's BIG call on Guest House, the key Cosmic Crusader question, and has Shark found the Caulfield Cup winner?
Aug 31, 2026
The G1 star who holds the key to the Memsie, the boys CLASH over a Caulfield favourite, and … have you heard Nick Foot sing?
Aug 28, 2026
Talented sprinter joins Grahame Begg's team, the latest on Giga Kick, and some mail from the trials...
Aug 27, 2026
The question Oliveanotherday has to answer this Saturday, some early Moir mail, and have we seen the last of a Hong Kong superstar?
Aug 26, 2026
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...
Aug 25, 2026
The inside word on Autumn Glow's spring target, who to follow from Sandown and alarm bells with Aeliana?
Aug 24, 2026
Autumn Glow v Sheza Alibi: The Winx Stakes showdown, plus Foot and Noonan’s Sandown best bets
Aug 21, 2026
EXCLUSIVE: Aaron Morrison on the new Valley, RV’s return to surplus and growing prizemoney
Aug 20, 2026
Wagering shake-up explained, Extragalactic returns and Sheza Alibi v Autumn Glow is on
Aug 20, 2026
Zakouma’s Melbourne Cup path, Oliveanotherday’s Everest dream, and the spring horses to follow
Aug 18, 2026
Wine Dark Sea coming for the Cups, Defiantly’s Melbourne audition and breaking Sheza Alibi news
Aug 18, 2026
Natural Fling emerges as a Coolmore star, Cosmic Crusader’s Group 1 path and Darkbonee dreams of a Caulfield Cup
Aug 17, 2026
Is Recommendation under the odds? Nick Noonan backs Recon and Nick Foot declares Duchess Zou his best | Friday Form Focus
Aug 14, 2026
Feroce returns for spring, Attrition is back and Freedman urges patience with Asakura
Aug 13, 2026
Some BIG breaking news about a Melbourne Cup fancy, an update on Asfoora, and why it's a crucial time for New Zealand racing
Aug 12, 2026
Why you DON'T want to miss Race 5 at Ballarat today, and will Sheza Alibi take her place in the Memsie?
Aug 11, 2026
The boys box on over Angel Capital, a SHOCK spring prediction, and some social media advice!
Aug 10, 2026
The inside word from Yulong on Angel Capital, Nick Noonan's SPOOKY omen with his lucky number, and the full weekend preview!
Aug 07, 2026
THURSDAY TIPS! Nick Noonan's best at Ballarat (August 6, 2026)
Aug 06, 2026
A good push for a weekend favourite, why it’s a big few weeks for racing, and could ANOTHER G1 star be Memsie bound?
Aug 06, 2026
Where you’ll see Tornado Valley, Warnie + Fireball Miss this spring, and a deep dive on the Cox Plate nominations
Aug 05, 2026
French-trained star Cox Plate bound, the flying filly to follow from the jumpouts, plus the latest news!
Aug 04, 2026
Why you should be salty with Sharkie, what to do with War Machine after Saturday's mishap? And the biggest reunion since Oasis!
Aug 03, 2026
Shark and Felgate’s spat over Sass Appeal, why War Machine is 'completely back' and the full Flemington preview!
Jul 31, 2026
THURSDAY TIPS! Ben Asgari's best bets at Bendigo (July 30, 2026)
Jul 30, 2026
What to expect from Sass Appeal this Saturday, Clayton Douglas reflects on a busy month, and has a star been born this winter in Victoria?
Jul 30, 2026
Why Ben Hayes is so 'proud' of his team this season, and the latest on a few Group 1 stars ahead of their return!
Jul 29, 2026
TUESDAY TIPS! David Strehlau's best bets at Swan Hill (July 28, 2026)
Jul 28, 2026
The latest on Sheza Alibi’s spring plans, the answer Felgate wasn’t expecting, and farewell to a couple of Australian racing stars
Jul 28, 2026
The query Shark still has with Cosmic Crusader and Troy Corstens shares a cracking Baraqiel yarn!
Jul 27, 2026
The favourites to follow (and avoid!) at Caulfield this weekend, and the price Felgate is FLAT he missed!
Jul 24, 2026
THURSDAY TIPS! Sam Lyons' best bets at Warrnambool (July 23, 2026)
Jul 23, 2026
The inside word on Ciaron Maher's key hopes this Saturday, and some valuable mail about Cosmic Crusader
Jul 23, 2026
WEDNESDAY WINNERS! David Strehlau's best at Sandown (July 22, 2026)
Jul 22, 2026
The ‘big target’ in mind for Concord Connie, Nick Ryan’s stable mail, and a timely reminder about racing’s importance to Victoria
Jul 22, 2026
TUESDAY TIPS! Sam Lyons shares his best bets at Moe (July 21, 2026)
Jul 21, 2026
Where we'll see Ozzie Kheir's stars this spring, an epic comeback on the cards, and your Tuesday winners!
Jul 21, 2026
Some BIG news about The Verdict, why it was a ‘special’ Saturday at Flemington, and Grahame Begg does it again!
Jul 20, 2026
Why are we seeing Hard Kick in the depths of winter? Can Stern Idol win at Flemington? And the full weekend preview!
Jul 17, 2026
The weekend winners to get excited about, the recent news that stunned Shark, plus the full weekend review
Jul 13, 2026
'I might have gone crazy': Nick Noonan's value play in the Monash, and the young gun Sharkie is KEEN to have a crack at in the first!
Jul 10, 2026
SEASON IN REVIEW: The moment Calvin McEvoy knew the stable had a Cups contender
Jul 09, 2026
SEASON IN REVIEW: Is this Chris Waller star our best hope of knocking off Ka Ying Rising this spring?
Jul 07, 2026
What level can Clevor Trever reach? The trainer you should keep an eye on, and the winter young gun to follow this spring
Jul 06, 2026
The returning mare who left Shark saying 'oh no' at acceptances, Nick Noonan's best at HQ and the FULL weekend preview!
Jul 03, 2026
The bold call Sharkie says racing needs to make (and soon), plus the full weekend review!
Jun 29, 2026
Nick Noonan's best bets for the weekend, and a look at the final G1 for the season!
Jun 26, 2026
The G1 stars back in work, a BIG change to the world's best race, and the key to Bazaball Rewarded winning again this week!
Jun 25, 2026
SEASON IN REVIEW: The 2YOs to follow this spring (and those you may have forgotten!)
Jun 24, 2026
SEASON IN REVIEW: Via's victory lap, the emergence of 'Baby Winx' and Sir Delius shines
Jun 23, 2026
Who Hutch is keen to follow from Flemington, a bit of niggle at Royal Ascot, and what to make of Joliestar?
Jun 22, 2026
Nick Noonan's 'good thing' this Saturday, a greyhound tip from Liam O'Keeffe, and has Patrick Payne got ANOTHER young gun on his hands?
Jun 19, 2026
THURSDAY TIPS! Ben Asgari's best bets at Moe (June 18, 2026)
Jun 18, 2026
The horse we'd love to see at Flemington this week, and a special Thursday showing from Sharkie
Jun 18, 2026
WEDNESDAY WINNERS! Clint Hutchison's best bets for Caulfield Heath (June 17, 2026)
Jun 17, 2026
The Royal Ascot winner who could come to Australia, and the EXCITING unbeaten sprinter making their return at Caulfield today
Jun 17, 2026