Darley’s big call, stallion fee decisions, beer changes at VRC and shake-ups at major bookies

Hosts Bren O’Brien and Tim Rowe speak with Darley’s head of stallions, Alastair Pulford, about Darley's decision to retire two leading three‑year‑olds and the thinking behind their 2026 stallion fees. The episode covers breeding market trends - new first‑season stallions, shuttle imports and value opportunities for breeders - plus updates on proven sires and farm strategies. On racing, topics include the VRC’s beer supplier change, the ongoing winning streak of Jigsaw, the commercial value of fillies and mares at Group 1 level, and other industry news. In wagering, the show discusses staff changes at major bookmakers, growth in in‑play betting, New Zealand turnover trends and how technology and AI are reshaping the sector. Sponsored by Inglis and Darley.