Watch: The Racehour Talks Gruelling Ground, Fading Races & Market Movers
The latest episode of The Racehour, proudly sponsored by Bet365, delivers another lively deep dive into all things National Hunt.
This week, Stephen Cass takes the helm, steering a show packed with sharp analysis, strong opinions and plenty of laughs.
Filling in for Diarmuid Nolan, who is “apparently sunning himself in Malta,” are Tony Keenan and Cheltenham Festival winner Paddy Aspell, bringing contrasting insight from both saddle and form book.
The trio discuss how the heavy ground is shaping early-season form and why some once-iconic races are losing their sparkle, while Pat Cooney then joins with the latest market movers.
Heavy Ground, Shaky Markets & Lost Prestige
Tony Keenan kicks things off with a deep dive into the testing ground conditions, warning punters not to put too much faith in early-season form when the mud is flying.
He also cautions against diving into ante-post markets too early, stressing how quickly opinions and prices can shift in conditions like these.
Stephen and Paddy then turn their attention to the decline of once-iconic races, with the Paddy Power Chase singled out as a contest that has “lost some of its sparkle.”
They debate what could be done to restore the prestige these races once carried, from prize money adjustments to improved programming.
The panel also review last week’s standout performances, highlighting several horses worth keeping onside as the season progresses.
Market Movers & Final Thoughts
To wrap things up, Pat brings his weekly snapshot from the trading room, revealing the horses attracting real support with horse racing betting sites.
With ground conditions unpredictable and confidence behind certain stables growing, this week’s shifts offer valuable clues for punters.
Stephen, Tony and Paddy finish by sharing their key takeaways from the week’s action, making this another must-watch episode of The Racehour.
* Do you agree with what the guys had to say, or do you have some strong opinions of your own? Let us know in the comments below.
