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The Verdict with Michael Felgate, 100 episodes.

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Oaks Day tips, track insights & Sharkie's roughie

2

The comments after the Cup that were hard to cop, and what the future holds for Point Of Law

3

Some last-minute Cup Day mail, the bet that shook Melbourne, and why Felgate is feeling confident

4

MELBOURNE CUP: Runner-by-runner preview, top four picks and Cup Day best bets!

5

BONUS EPISODE: The good oil on ALL five of Joseph O'Brien's contenders in the Melbourne Cup

6

DERBY DAY: Nick Noonan’s 80-1 nibble, the 'forgotten' Coolmore contender, and why the best bet at Flemington is in the most OPEN race of the day!

7

Shane Jackson's Derby dream, and an update on the Melbourne Cup favourite

8

Why it's a big few days for Nick Ryan, a key update on Sheza Alibi, and how the Melbourne Cup field is shaping up

9

Key intel from Flemington trackwork, why Nick Williams is defending the Derby, and Lee Mottershead's read on the internationals

10

The 'curious' comment after the Cox Plate, the 'perfect' Cup trial, and Nick Foot's big omen bet miss!

11

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!

12

The key to Ceolwulf's Cox Plate chances and why history is against Point Of Law in the Melbourne Cup

13

Key updates on Sir Delius and The Euphrates, why we're only seeing Vauban now, plus a late Cox Plate twist!

14

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

15

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!

16

Sharkie’s massive Thursday night, the 70-1 shot he likes at Caulfield, and your runner-by-runner analysis for the Cup!

17

Will we see Warwoven in the Cox Plate? A key update on Mr Brightside, and the fascinating feature this Saturday!

18

The inside word on Enfjaar, what excites Robbie Dolan about this Saturday, and the interesting Ka Ying Rising comment

19

The big winner (and loser) from the Caulfield Cup barrier draw, plus Calvin McEvoy, Chris Waller, Jack Turnbull and Gavin Bedggood!

20

Felgate calls in from hospital, Sharkie cops his medicine, and the 3YO with a strong Cox Plate case (it's not Warwoven)

21

The 'perfect' Guineas horse, the BIG bet at Caulfield that caught our eye and Sheza certainty, says Shark!

22

The pick of Ciaron Maher's Caulfield contenders, the international who is thriving in Australia, and who to back in the Toorak!?

23

The A1 mail on Blind Raise, the big watch on Cosmic Crusader and Nick Noonan's best at Geelong!

24

Chris Waller's fascinating reaction to Pride Of Jenni news, and the horse Mark Zahra 'has a big opinion of'

25

Time to panic with the Caulfield Cup favourite? The sneaky good run to follow, and did loyalty cost a win at Flemington?

26

Shark jumps in the driver's seat, who to pen and who to back in the Flemington mud, and a blowout in the Turnbull!?

27

Why the wet won't worry Sir Delius, the inside word on Well Written, and where will Aethelwulf run?

28

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?

29

Some key news on the internationals, the gun 3YO who somehow flew under the radar, and BZ's best Tuesday play!

30

Felgate's grand final setback, a BIG call to come with a fan favourite, and Shark's smokey for the Guineas

31

Why it's a HUGE weekend for multis, the big worry with Beiwacht, and what to expect from the Caulfield track this Sunday!

32

Giga Kick primed for Manikato bounce, the first 2YOs emerge and some early Caulfield value!

33

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!

34

The Manikato fancy now sweating on a run, and the BIG decision looming with emerging Melbourne Cup contender

35

The horse with Zoolander's problem, why Angel Capital is great for racing, and the emerging Cup contender

36

The underrated Underwood hope, the race Shark CANNOT wait for, and a tale of two Freedmans...

37

MUST LISTEN: What Joseph O'Brien makes of his Melbourne and Caulfield Cup contenders!

38

Why Phillip Stokes is up and about, the case for Tom Kitten, and the key to Point Barrow's weekend hopes

39

What Tom Dabernig learned about Oliveanotherday, the plan for Sepals this spring, and the big call coming with Cup weights

40

Key intel from the Caulfield gallops, Joe Pride's Ceolwulf conundrum and the early word on Europe's spring contenders

41

Felgate, Sharkie and Foot ALL make MASSIVE spring calls, Bjorn Baker’s Flemington secret, and the spring contender flying under the radar…

42

Shark's new obsession, the pick of the HOT favourites at Flemington, and what the Makybe scratchings mean for Sheza Alibi

43

Key updates on Mr Brightside, Hard Kick, Arkansaw Kid, Storm Leopard, Streisand and Tales Of Time

44

SPRING FUTURES! A couple of 50-1 plays in G1s, some Coolmore mail, and can Felgate land another spring multi!?

45

WEDNESDAY WINNERS! Clint Hutchison's best bets at Sandown and Hong Kong! (September 9, 2026)

46

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!

47

Get the latest from Flemington trackwork, what to make of Giga Kick's return, and why history is against Sheza Alibi this Saturday

48

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

49

The big question before having a bet this weekend, Felgate and Shark's side bet, and an exciting announcement!

50

Pub chat? Or possible? The clash racing fans would love to see... PLUS the latest on Well Written

51

WEDNESDAY WINNERS! Clint Hutchison's best bets at Sandown (September 2, 2026)

52

A deep dive on the Melbourne Cup noms, time to worry about the NZ form? And farewell to Fangirl?

53

Key updates on Natural Fling and Giga Kick, a new Caulfield Cup contender emerges, and an update on Cyril Small

54

Mick Price's BIG call on Guest House, the key Cosmic Crusader question, and has Shark found the Caulfield Cup winner?

55

The G1 star who holds the key to the Memsie, the boys CLASH over a Caulfield favourite, and … have you heard Nick Foot sing?

56

Talented sprinter joins Grahame Begg's team, the latest on Giga Kick, and some mail from the trials...

57

The question Oliveanotherday has to answer this Saturday, some early Moir mail, and have we seen the last of a Hong Kong superstar?

58

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...

59

The inside word on Autumn Glow's spring target, who to follow from Sandown and alarm bells with Aeliana?

60

Autumn Glow v Sheza Alibi: The Winx Stakes showdown, plus Foot and Noonan’s Sandown best bets

61

EXCLUSIVE: Aaron Morrison on the new Valley, RV’s return to surplus and growing prizemoney

62

Wagering shake-up explained, Extragalactic returns and Sheza Alibi v Autumn Glow is on

63

Zakouma’s Melbourne Cup path, Oliveanotherday’s Everest dream, and the spring horses to follow

64

Wine Dark Sea coming for the Cups, Defiantly’s Melbourne audition and breaking Sheza Alibi news

65

Natural Fling emerges as a Coolmore star, Cosmic Crusader’s Group 1 path and Darkbonee dreams of a Caulfield Cup

66

Is Recommendation under the odds? Nick Noonan backs Recon and Nick Foot declares Duchess Zou his best | Friday Form Focus

67

Feroce returns for spring, Attrition is back and Freedman urges patience with Asakura

68

Some BIG breaking news about a Melbourne Cup fancy, an update on Asfoora, and why it's a crucial time for New Zealand racing

69

Why you DON'T want to miss Race 5 at Ballarat today, and will Sheza Alibi take her place in the Memsie?

70

The boys box on over Angel Capital, a SHOCK spring prediction, and some social media advice!

71

The inside word from Yulong on Angel Capital, Nick Noonan's SPOOKY omen with his lucky number, and the full weekend preview!

72

THURSDAY TIPS! Nick Noonan's best at Ballarat (August 6, 2026)

73

A good push for a weekend favourite, why it’s a big few weeks for racing, and could ANOTHER G1 star be Memsie bound?

74

Where you’ll see Tornado Valley, Warnie + Fireball Miss this spring, and a deep dive on the Cox Plate nominations

75

French-trained star Cox Plate bound, the flying filly to follow from the jumpouts, plus the latest news!

76

Why you should be salty with Sharkie, what to do with War Machine after Saturday's mishap? And the biggest reunion since Oasis!

77

Shark and Felgate’s spat over Sass Appeal, why War Machine is 'completely back' and the full Flemington preview!

78

THURSDAY TIPS! Ben Asgari's best bets at Bendigo (July 30, 2026)

79

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?

80

Why Ben Hayes is so 'proud' of his team this season, and the latest on a few Group 1 stars ahead of their return!

81

TUESDAY TIPS! David Strehlau's best bets at Swan Hill (July 28, 2026)

82

The latest on Sheza Alibi’s spring plans, the answer Felgate wasn’t expecting, and farewell to a couple of Australian racing stars

83

The query Shark still has with Cosmic Crusader and Troy Corstens shares a cracking Baraqiel yarn!

84

The favourites to follow (and avoid!) at Caulfield this weekend, and the price Felgate is FLAT he missed!

85

THURSDAY TIPS! Sam Lyons' best bets at Warrnambool (July 23, 2026)

86

The inside word on Ciaron Maher's key hopes this Saturday, and some valuable mail about Cosmic Crusader

87

WEDNESDAY WINNERS! David Strehlau's best at Sandown (July 22, 2026)

88

The ‘big target’ in mind for Concord Connie, Nick Ryan’s stable mail, and a timely reminder about racing’s importance to Victoria

89

TUESDAY TIPS! Sam Lyons shares his best bets at Moe (July 21, 2026)

90

Where we'll see Ozzie Kheir's stars this spring, an epic comeback on the cards, and your Tuesday winners!

91

Some BIG news about The Verdict, why it was a ‘special’ Saturday at Flemington, and Grahame Begg does it again!

92

Why are we seeing Hard Kick in the depths of winter? Can Stern Idol win at Flemington? And the full weekend preview!

93

The weekend winners to get excited about, the recent news that stunned Shark, plus the full weekend review

94

'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!

95

SEASON IN REVIEW: The moment Calvin McEvoy knew the stable had a Cups contender

96

SEASON IN REVIEW: Is this Chris Waller star our best hope of knocking off Ka Ying Rising this spring?

97

What level can Clevor Trever reach? The trainer you should keep an eye on, and the winter young gun to follow this spring

98

The returning mare who left Shark saying 'oh no' at acceptances, Nick Noonan's best at HQ and the FULL weekend preview!

99

The bold call Sharkie says racing needs to make (and soon), plus the full weekend review!

100

Nick Noonan's best bets for the weekend, and a look at the final G1 for the season!