Ep 683 - First horse DQd under new whip rules

Nick is in Riyadh for the Saudi Cup, but begins today's show by discussing the fallout from the first week of penalties under the new whip regulations which has immediately yielded a disqualification. Nick is joined by ITV's Richard Hoiles to take a deep dive into how the new regulations have manifest themselves and what the likely outcomes and difficulties will be moving forward. Also on today's show, Kate Hunter assesses the six-strong Japanese challenge for the Saudi Cup, trainer Peter Fahey looks ahead to the Grand National with the Big Dog following publication of the weights, Michelle Yu nominates her 5 favourite Steve Asmussen horses as the trainer passes 10,000 career winners, Colin Bowe looks ahead to the Tattersalls Cheltenham Sale and Goodwood Clerk Ed Arkell announces a big prize money boost for 2023.