The big coup: How a small-time horse trainer took on the bookies - The Sunday Story

There’s an old saying in horse racing: “You can’t beat the bookies.” But what happens when a trainer uses inside information to try and prove that saying wrong? Is it right to do something that might be slightly questionable to beat the bookmakers who would do everything to beat you? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: David Walsh, chief sports writer, The Sunday TimesHost: Luke JonesProducer: Sophie McNultyWe want to hear from you - email: [email protected] more: Meet the man who beat the bookies and won half a millionFurther listening: Can rugby survive its head injury problem?Clips: Racing TV.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.