Ep 1017 - EXCLUSIVE: Wathnan in massive Ascot spending spree

Nick is joined by Jane Mangan to discuss the latest from around the racing world, leading with the news that Wathnan Racing, the brainchild of the Emir of Qatar, is set to have a huge number of runners at the Royal meeting, including the high profile purchases Haatem, Torito, Shartash, Dyrholaey and more. For good measure, they have also purchased leading Irish Oaks fancy Lope de Lilas with more on the way. With the potential for double figure two year olds to join the party, Wathnan's Richard Brown explains the purchases and the mechanics behind the operation. Also on today's show, trainers Harry Eustace and Ed Bethell outline Ascot plans for Docklands and Regional respectively, while Xander Brett brings us a report on the annual Swedish National Day race meeting, JA McGrath is on the Hong Kong beat and Ben Atkins has his weekly pointing update.