From Bargain Buy to Group 1 Glory: Ed Bethell on Regional’s Rise and the Future of the Sport

Fresh from his Royal Ascot success, trainer Ed Bethell chats with Emmet Kennedy about his remarkable triumph with REGIONAL, a horse he purchased for just 3,500 guineas at the Tattersalls July Sale in 2021. Despite starting with just three races, REGIONAL has since become a Group 1 winning sprint sensation. Ed shares what stood out to him and the My Future Champion racing syndicate about the gelding by Territories at the sale, and when he knew his stable star was destined for Group 1 success. Ed also discusses the focus on speed over middle-distance horses, its long-term implications for the sport, and the need for strong leadership to guide racing in the right direction. Plus, he gives us a two-year-old to follow! Then, Jason Singh, Tattersalls Marketing Manager, provides an overview of the Tattersalls July Sale, sharing some success stories from past sales, current trends in the horse sales industry, and how international buyers and sellers influence the dynamics of the sale. The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet.  Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online, designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Our listeners get 10% off their first month, so give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/FURLONG. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks Venatour Racing Social: If your planning a racing trip to Europe or further afield, check out Venatour Racing Social for a large range of bespoke racing holidays at Venatour.co.uk Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. https://www.proformracing.com/ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: [email protected] In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone.  Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices