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SCHEDULE:
SATURDAY
7:00 – PNC Bank Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 7f
7:41 – Prevagen Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 5f
8:21 – Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 1f
9:01🎥 ITV – Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 4f
9:41🎥 ITV – Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 2f
10:25🎥 ITV – Maker’s Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 3f
11:05 – Cygames Breeders’ Cup Sprint – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 6f
11:45 – Fanduel Breeders’ Cup Mile Presented By PDJF – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m
00:25 – Big Ass Fans Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m
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FRIDAY
9:45 – Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint – Grade 1 (2YO only) 5f
10:25 – Netjets Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies – Grade 1 (2YO only) 1m ½f
11:05 – John Deere Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf – Grade 1 (2YO only) 1m
11:45 – Fanduel Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Presented By Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance – Grade 1 (2YO only) 1m ½f
00:25 – Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf – Grade 1 (2YO only) 1m
SATURDAY
7:00 – PNC Bank Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 7f
7:41 – Prevagen Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 5f
8:21 – Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 1f
9:01🎥 ITV – Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 4f
9:41🎥 ITV – Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 2f
10:25🎥 ITV – Maker’s Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m 3f
11:05 – Cygames Breeders’ Cup Sprint – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 6f
11:45 – Fanduel Breeders’ Cup Mile Presented By PDJF – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m
00:25 – Big Ass Fans Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile – Grade 1 (3YO plus) 1m
William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty are joined by Chairman of Central Bedfordshire Council Gareth Mackey, for a Mid Bedfordshire by-election special following the official resignation of Nadine Dorries!
Gareth gives us the inside track on his preparation, campaign strategy and his views on The Tories, Labour and Lib Dems!
William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty recap the first GOP Presidential Debate, as eight candidates went head to head, although the night's biggest winner may well have been the man who wasn't present - Donald Trump. They discuss the winners, losers and shakers from the opening debate and the state of play with the overall market.
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty are joined by political betting expert Matthew Shaddick to preview this Thursday’s by-elections in Uxbridge & South Ruislip, Selby & Ainsty, and Somerton & Frome.
If the odds are right, it will be the first time in 55 years that a government has lost three by-elections on the same day - but two of the panel think that the Tories are overpriced in one seat - find out which in our special by-election preview episode, which includes a host of specials!
Julie Collier is joined by a brilliant panel to look ahead to Saturday's Star Sports Greyhound Derby final!
Swords Rex - one of three finalists for Graham and Nicky Holland, who have enjoyed a superb Derby so far - is a hot favourite for Saturday's big event but the competition is fierce and there's plenty of alternative thought from the panel!
Guests: Kaan Hughes, Joe Conneely, Ian Fortune, Martin 'Lofty' Chapman, Johnathan Hobbs, Andy Lismore, and Steve Nash
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty examine the US's race to avoid hitting the debt ceiling and the political ramifications of a bipartisan deal to avoid a default on both sides of the house.
There's also discussion of the Tories' troubles in the UK, as Boris Johnson says he has given the government all the WhatsApp messages and notebooks demanded by the Covid inquiry, putting the Cabinet Office at odds with the Government's own inquiry. Added to this is discussion of President Erdogan's win in Turkey's recent election!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty analyse the presidential prospects of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who will announce his 2024 presidential bid in an online appearance with Twitter CEO Elon Musk this evening.
The trio weigh up his chances of overcoming favourite Donald Trump in the GOP Nomination race, and his prospects in a hypothetical match-up against President Joe Biden.
There's also discussion of Suella Braverman's latest run ins with the ministerial code, YouGov's Scottish MRP and a debrief on the Northern Ireland Local Elections!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty preview the Northern Irish local elections, Greece’s upcoming elections, and review the first round of the Turkish Presidential Election, which is set for a run off in two weeks!
There’s also a discussion of the Greek election, with Paul lending us expert advice on the makeup of the next Government, and discussion of the National Conservatives Conference, along with some suggestions on who will be the next Tory leader after Rishi Sunak!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty react to last week’s Local Elections in England, with deeper analysis of the numerous Tory losses (-1063 councillors) alongside gains for Labour (+537), the Liberal Democrats (+407) and the Greens (+241).
There’s a deeper discussion of what the results mean for the parties, whilst Paul and William give their verdict on wether these results put the Labour Party on course for Government.
Elsewhere, there’s discussion of what Donald Trump’s sexual harassment verdict means for him and a preview of elections in Turkey and Greece!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty return to analyse the impact of Fox News's huge settlement with US voting machine company Dominion, the latest polls in UK politics and the impact of the SNP's turmoil on the next general election!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty reflect on the arrests of Donald Trump in New York and Peter Murrell (husband to ex First Minister Nicola Sturgeon) in Scotland, whilst considering the possible market effects of both events.
There's also discussion of elections in Greece and Turkey, reaction to the Finnish elections and a look ahead at the likely strategies that will be used in the 2024 Presidential Election
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty take a deep dive into Jeremy Corbyn's chances of winning Islington North as an Independent after he was barred from standing as a Labour candidate by the party's NEC.
There's also reaction to Humza Yousaf's election as First Minister and what that means for the SNP, discussion of Donald Trump's campaign rallies and elections in both Greece and Turkey!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty discuss a packed week of politics, including:
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Boris Johnson's Privileges Committee hearing
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The Parliamentary vote on the Windsor Framework
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Donald Trump's legal troubles, including predictions of his upcoming arrest
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The SNP leadership race
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty discuss the ongoing SNP leadership race and react to the first televised debate, with major blows traded between Humza Yousaf, Kate Forbes, and Ash Regan.
There’s also discussion of other domestic events, including the Northern Ireland Protocol, the state of the Union and Rishi Sunak’s political fortunes!
1:30 Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle
2:10 Sporting Life Arkle Novices’ Chase 2:50 Ultima Handicap Chase
3:30 Unibet Champion Hurdle
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty recap a rollercoaster week in the SNP leadership race, including Kate Forbes' comments and the subsequent backlash, and the decision of Angus Robertson not to run, with Humza Yousaf now an odds on favourite.
There's also discussion of Keir Starmer's 'Five Missions' for a Labour Government - and analysis of what a fall in SNP polling could mean at the next General Election - along with an update on the latest betting for the 2024 Presidential Election!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty react to Nicola Sturgeon's surprise decision to step down as First Minister and look at the contenders to replace her, the implications for Scottish Independence, and the possible effects on the next general election.
There's also a debate over Jeremy Corbyn's prospects of election success as an Independent in Islington North after Keir Starmer's decision to prevent him from standing as a Labour candidate!
William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty discuss Rishi Sunak’s first 100 days in office and his approval ratings, the search to replace Nadhim Zahawi, and Nikki Haley’s entry into the US Presidential Race!
Starsports.bet traders ED DARK and JORDAN COX review the latest sporting action!
This week:
There’s a review of a jam-packed Trials Day, including two big bets on Energumene in the Clarence House along with eye-catching performances from Stage Star and Comfort Zone!
Reflection on the Fourth Round of the FA Cup, with Manchester City and Manchester United leading the betting after wins against Arsenal and Reading respectively.
A preview of the Dublin Racing Festival, where many of the sport’s biggest names are set to take each other on!
NFL reaction, as the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles win their Championship Games to reach the Super Bowl!
Six Nations odds, where we’re industry top price on France at 2/1!
The latest from the Premier League including a price check on the title race between Arsenal and Manchester City, along with updated odds on Everton’s survival chances after they hired Sean Dyche as Frank Lampard’s replacement!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty discuss which of Nadhim Zahawi and Dominic Raab is more likely to leave the cabinet first, with both under the spotlight - Zahawi due to his tax affairs and Raab due to claims of bullying.
There’s also an update on the latest Presidential betting markets, with revelations about classified documents still hurting President Biden, whilst Donald Trump mulls over a potential return to Facebook and Instagram. There’s also discussion about how likely Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is to run, and whether Joe Biden is value at his current odds to retain the White House.
JOHNNY WARD is joined by starsports.bet trader ED DARK to look at the latest sporting action!
This week: Ed tells us how punters have coped with the cold snap as meetings in Britain and Ireland have fallen to the wayside.
A review of the weekend’s Premier League action, headlined by Arsenal’s thrilling 3-2 win over Manchester United.
A look ahead to Cheltenham’s Trials Day, which includes the rearranged Clarence House Chase where Energumene and Edwardstone are set to clash.
The latest from the Cheltenham ante-post book, with the Festival less than 50 days away.
Reaction to the NFL’s divisional rounds, with the San Francisco 49ers, Cincinnati Bengals, Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles winning to reach the Conference Championships.
Discussion on the FA Cup fourth round, with ties including Manchester City v Arsenal and Brighton v Liverpool.
William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty analyse Jacinda Ardern’s decision to step down as New Zealand’s Prime Minister, what effect Missing Document scandals will have on the Presidential Election, Rishi Sunak’s levelling up efforts, and the effects of the UK’s battle with Holyrood over the Gender Recognition Bill.
JOHNNY WARD is joined by starsports.bet traders JORDAN COX AND KIT GILMORE to look at the latest sporting action!
This week:
A weekend review of the best racing, including Iwilldoit’s Classic Chase win and Impaire Et Passe’s smooth win in the Moscow Flyer Novice Hurdle!
Reaction to a huge week of action in the Premier League, after derby wins for Manchester United over City and Arsenal over Tottenham – along with a review of the ante-post Premier League book!
The latest from the NFL Wildcard weekend, as the Cincinnati Bengals, New York Giants and Buffalo Bills all advanced to this weekend’s games
There’s also our four new football offers, a review of the Cazoo Masters and a look at our Australian Open offer!
Trader Chat is back for 2023 with Johnny Ward joined by Star traders Jordan Cox and John Brackenridge for a bumper episode!
Jordan and Johnny run the rule over the weekend's racing, with Grade 1 wins for Tahmuras and Champ Kiely putting them in the Cheltenham picture whilst there's also a game of 'Willie Mullins bingo' with Appreciate It a possible for the Arkle and the Turners Chase.
John reviews Jon Rahm's victory - aided by a Collin Morikawa collapse - in the Sentry Tournament of Champions whilst looking ahead to the Cazoo Masters, and the NFL Playoffs, which begin next week!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty discuss talk of a Boris Johnson comeback whilst also looking at the most interesting elections set to take place this year!
There’s a discussion of the latest Boris Johnson rumours and the Tory party’s position heading in 2023, Star’s new market on the next Cabinet Minister to leave, and the prospects for Kevin McCarthy’s time as speaker.
And to end the programme, Paul and William look at upcoming elections in Greece, New Zealand, Estonia, Finland and Poland this year!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty are back to record the first Polling Station of the year!
The trio discuss the latest chaos in Congress as Kevin McCarthy suffers defeat after defeat in his bid to become speaker and look ahead to what the year has to offer the Republicans and Democrats before focusing on the UK!
Trader Chat is back with JOHNNY WARD and starsports.bet head of racing FLYNN GOWARD to look at the latest sporting action and news ....
This week:
Davy Russell hangs up his boots. Reaction to Davy's retirement after the Star Sports brand ambassador announced his news after a win at Thurles on Sunday.
The World Cup Final. How the trading went on an extraordinary World Cup Final which just about had everything.
'LIVE' reaction to Galopin Des Champs' win at Punchestown on Monday and he shortens for the Gold Cup.
Darts latest.
Festive racing hot on the horizon.
Trader Chat is back with JOHNNY WARD and starsports.bet head of racing FLYNN GOWARD to look at the latest sporting action!
This week:
Reaction to England’s World Cup exit and the other quarter-finals, including Croatia’s victory over Brazil and Argentina’s penalty shootout win against the Dutch!
The betting lowdown from Qatar, including a review of the outright position ahead of the semi-finals…
A review of a top class Cork card, led by Energumene’s wide margin Hilly Way Chase win!
Discussion about the impact that the recent cold snap - and plenty of fog - has had on racing.
Trader Chat is back with JOHNNY WARD and starsports.bet head of racing FLYNN GOWARD to look at the latest sporting action!
This week:
The latest from the World Cup, where England and France are preparing to meet in the quarter-finals on Saturday!
Updated betting analysis of Qatar 2022, with a market update ahead of this weekend’s games.
A review of a top class weekend of racing, with Edwardstone an emphatic winner of the Tingle Creek and Noble Yeats putting himself in the Gold Cup picture with his impressive victory at Aintree!
Trader Chat is back with JOHNNY WARD and starsports.bet head of racing FLYNN GOWARD to look at the latest sporting action!
This week:
The latest from the World Cup as France qualify for the last 16 and England were held to a 0-0 draw by the USA!
A review of Constitution Hill’s absolutely sensational Fighting Fifth win at Newcastle - just how good is he?
A recap of results from Newbury, Newcastle and Navan!
A look ahead to this weekend’s racing, including the Tingle Creek at Sandown, the Becher Chase (Aintree) and The Hatton’s Grace Hurdle (Fairyhouse).
Trader Chat is back with JOHNNY WARD and starsports.bet head of racing FLYNN GOWARD.
This week's episode is hot off the press after England's 6-2 win over Iran in the second match of the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
Flynn has market reaction and what we've learned already.
Last weekend's racing also comes under the spotlight on both sides of the Irish Sea and as for Ascot ....... "something has to be done."
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty record the last Polling Station of the year!
The trio discuss Donald Trump's announcement that he'll run to be President again, the US Midterm Results, and the latest events in UK Politics as they sign off for 2022!
A note: If you're reading this, I'd like to thank you for your support of the Polling Station this year. It's been a blast recording all of the episodes and even more fun to do the live streams (which amazingly you joined us for over entire days!)
A big thanks to David Stewart and Joe Citrone for their help putting these onto the website, head of Trading Dave Jolly for his help, political trading aces Kit Gilmore, John Brackenridge, Jordan Cox, and Ed Dark + others, and Ben Keith for making it all work.
Neil Channing couldn't be there for the final show but we thank him, along with other guests Torrin Wilkins, Jasneet Samrai, Patrick English, Emma Burnell, and Tessa Milligan!
Also a huge thanks to Ami Wylie for hosting me in Tiverton and Honiton for the by-election!
Trader Chat is back on the week of calm before the storm!
In this week's episode host JOHNNY WARD is joined by starsports.bet head of racing FLYNN GOWARD to discuss:
Three days of Cheltenham
Low points of car breakdowns and food poisoning
Where next for Ronaldo - new market
Gunners 5 points clear ahead of break
World Cup latest - boosts and specials
A bumper-packed episode of Trader Chat:
JOHNNY WARD and starsports.bet head of racing FLYNN GOWARD look back on the weekend racing action including Bravemansgame's win the Charlie Hall at Wetherby, plus:
- WALKOVER WOES
- A 'GOLDEN' MELBOURNE CUP
- HORSES TO WATCH
- A HORSE WALKS INTO A BAR !
- LIVERPOOL BEATEN - ARSENAL WIN - SAME OLD
- THREE WEEK COUNTDOWN TO THE WORLD CUP
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty return to analyse Rishi Sunak's appointment as Prime Minister!
Can Sunak manage to bring stability to British politics, and will he able to take the Tory party with him? Both of those questions are discussed along with the possibility of a polling bounce for Sunak and how he will fare at a General Election against Keir Starmer's Labour Party.
This week on Trader Chat with Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward:
The story of a foiled gamble on Gandhi Maker in the 3.40 at Ayr, who was punted into evens having been 6/1 this morning
A race-by-race review of Cheltenham’s Showcase meeting
The outlook on next year’s classics after Auguste Rodin’s impressive victory in the Vertem Futurity Stakes at Doncaster
Analysis of the latest Premier League action, including Liverpool’s defeat at Nottingham Forest
Betting reaction to Rishi Sunak’s victory in the Conservative Party Leadership contest, including a big bet against Boris Johnson!
First weekend reaction from the T20 World Cup after wins for England, India and New Zealand!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward are back with a bonus 'Cheltenham 4 day' edition of Trader Chat:
Cheltenham 4 Days: Reaction to the news that the Cheltenham Festival will remain at four days despite widely being expected to extend to five.
Jumpers To Follow: Flynn and Johnny pick out some jumpers to follow this season and give their reasons.
Ascot Champions Day - reaction to Baaeed's Champions Stakes defeat and as the saying goes never change your bet ;)
Behind The Cushion - Liverpool fan Johnny moaning about why be backed Man City to beat them. Yep, you read that right .....
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward are back with a packed Trader Chat that includes:
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The latest from the Premier League, where Arsenal are top of the table after last week’s 3-2 win over Liverpool
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A review of the week’s Champions League action, including Manchester City’s acca-busting draw at Copenhagen
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A look ahead to British Champions Day, with thoughts on each race at Ascot
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty discuss Liz Truss's future after one of the worst 1922 Committee performances in memory amongst a slew of dire headlines.
The trio discuss if she can survive past this year - and what the mechanisms for replacing her might look like if Tory MP's decide to remove the Prime Minister. There's also advice on the next Tory leadership election markets.
Elsewhere, William and Paul look at Star's new markets on the key Senate races for the US Midterms, and give an update on the state of play in the run off for the Brazilian Presidential Election between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Jair Bolsonaro.
Johnny Ward is joined by William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty to review the 2022 Conservative Party Conference and analysis Liz Truss's keynote address along with her political situation after a week of much infighting in the Conservative party.
There's also discussion of the Brazilian Presidential Election - which has gone to a run-off between incumbent Jair Bolsonaro and former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva - along with a review of the latest developments in the US Midterm Elections!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward discuss a packed weekend of sport, including Alpinista's Arc win, a sensational Manchester Derby, the unbelievable form of Erling Haaland and the latest market moves in politics!
William Kedjanyi is joined by Paul Krishnamurty, Open Labour's Tessa Milligan and Chris Hopkins of Savanta Com Res to review Labour's conference as the Opposition take a record breaking set of poll leads over the Tories.
There's also discussion of what awaits the Tories, with Liz Truss odds on to face a vote of no confidence before the next General Election whilst voters call on both her and Kwasi Kwarteng to resign admits market turmoil. And as a bonus, William reviews the situation with Emma Burnell of the Fabians!
Host Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward get stuck into the latest fortunes of the England team - and a big bet on the World Cup - the North London Derby, Sunday’s upcoming Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe and the latest betting developments in politics!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty give their reaction to Liz Truss's appointment as Prime Minister in a special episode to answer the some of the biggest questions:
- How long Truss will last in office?
- What does this mean for Keir Starmer and Labour?
- When will the next election be?
There's also discussion of Star's Boris Johnson specials and a brief update on the situation in the USA as a more confident President Biden heads towards the Midterm elections!
William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty give an update on all the Star markets as the Tory leadership race winds down to a close and Donald Trump faces more legal troubles!
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Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, and Paul Krishnamurty look at the changing political picture in American politics and preview what a Liz Truss cabinet might look like in the latest episode of The Polling Station!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishnamurty are back after a break to dig into the fallout from the FBI Raid on Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago club, the state of the US Midterm market, the Tory Leadership race and the challenges facing Liz Truss and Keir Starmer!
Host Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward are back to look at a hectic week of action, including Novak Djokovic's Wimbledon success and a packed Super Saturday of racing that included the July Cup!
There’s also discussion of how Star’s first days on the pitch at York went along with a look ahead to the 150th Open Championship at St Andrews, and the betting action in the Tory Leadership race.
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing come together for a special episode on the flood of government resignations (currently 27 at the time of writing).
Earlier Sajid Javid, who quit as health secretary yesterday - along with former Chancellor Rishi Sunak - told MPs that "treading the tightrope between loyalty and integrity" had become impossible. Boris Johnson has insisted he won't leave No 10, despite a growing revolt against his leadership.
Boris Johnson could face another confidence vote within days as members of the Conservative backbench committee will consider changing its rules as soon as tonight - and two executive members told the Guardian it was possible that the 1922 Committee could decide at a meeting of the executive on Wednesday afternoon to change the rules to allow for another vote.
We have all the latest market movers (correct at time of recording), analysis, trading advice, contenders to replace Johnson and also what this could mean for the Labour Party!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by Neil Channing to review last week's by-elections in Wakefield and Tiverton and Honiton.
Boris Johnson and the Conservatives suffered two defeats, losing Wakefield to Labour's Simon Lightwood and Tiverton and Honiton to the Liberal Democrats’ Richard Foord.
Wakefield was won by the Tories in 2019 with a majority of 3,358 after being a Labour seat since the 1930s, so Simon Lightwood's victory was not a major shock, but Tiverton and Honiton had been won with a majority of more than 24,000 in 2019 – when Neil Parish had more than 60% of the vote – so the Lib Der victory does represent a major gain.
There's discussion of the latest betting in the Boris Johnson exit date market, where Labour are currently heading, the latest on the Northern Ireland Protocol and Nicola Sturgeon's bid for a second Scottish Independence Referendum.
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward are back to review a packed weekend of sport, including a brilliant Greyhound Derby final and a dominant performance from Westover in the Irish Derby.
There's debate about the Irish Derby's place in the calendar and if Westover would make a good Arc contender, whilst Flynn tells us how things went at Towcester on the pitches. There's also a look ahead to the Coral-Eclipse and this year's Wimbledon.
Julie Collier is joined by a brilliant panel to look ahead to Saturday's Star Sports Greyhound Derby final!
Guests: Joe Conneely, Mick Conneely, Ian Fortune, Martin 'Lofty' Chapman, Paul Lawrence, Darrell Williams and Mark Bird.
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Neil Channing, and Paul Krishmanurty are back to discuss this week's two upcoming by-elections in Tiverton and Honiton, and the constituency of Wakefield.
Labour are expected to win Wakefield handily, but Tiverton and Honiton has the look of an ever-tightening race with money coming for the Conservatives. William Kedjanyi gives analysis from the centre of Tiverton.
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward reflect on this year's action at Royal Ascot, which started well and ended very badly for the firm. There's a recap of the biggest bets through the week, whilst there's also discussion of Matthew Fitzpatrick's sensational US Open win and a look ahead to the Greyhound Derby final!
Our Zoom Panel preview Saturday's action at Royal Ascot!
Host Johnny Ward is joined by Star ambassador Silvestre De Sousa and City AM Racing editor Bill Esdaile to look ahead to the Platinum Jubilee Stakes - where Home Affairs is a strong favourite to give Chris Waller a magnificent sprint double - along with the rest of the action on card packed with punting challenges.
Silvestre De Sousa tells us who he'd ride in the Platinum Jubilee and Wokingham, whilst Bill finds some potential value in both the big feature sprints.
Our Zoom Panel preview Thursday and Friday's action at Royal Ascot!
Host Johnny Ward is joined by Star ambassador Silvestre De Sousa and City AM Racing editor Bill Esdaile to look ahead to the Gold Cup - where the unexposed Kyprios meets Ascot legend Stradivarius - and Silvestre talks about his three rides on Thursday, including Crispy Cat in the opening Norfolk Stakes.
The trio also look ahead to Friday's Group 1 double header - the Commonwealth Cup and Coronation Stakes - and Silvestre De Sousa looks ahead to his four rides on Friday, including Flotus in the Commonwealth Cup!
Our Zoom Panel are back to preview the first day of Royal Ascot!
Host Johnny Ward is joined by Star ambassador Silvestre De Sousa and City AM Racing editor Bill Esdaile to look ahead to the opening day – where Silvestre rides Remarkable Force in the Coventry Stakes and Island Brave in the Copper Horse Stakes.
There’s discussion of the entire opening day, including three Group 1 races, and the trio also look ahead to Wednesday’s action, including Silvestre’s mount in the Queen Mary, Olivia Maralda!
In a recent Greyhound Star interview with Floyd Amphlett, Star Sports owner Ben Keith discusses day to day business of Star Sports and how the business has diversified to align with its group company Star Property.
William Kedjanyi and Paul Krishmanuty have a quickfire discussion about Boris Johnson’s survival of a confidence vote. The under-fire Prime Minister won by 211-148 votes – what does this mean for him, the Tories and the markets?
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, and Paul Krishnamurty are joined by Matt Singh of Number Cruncher Politics to discuss the rumours that a no-confidence vote in Boris Johnson's is imminent.
The panel also discuss the next Tory leader betting, and analyse a recent move for Rishi Sunak, whilst the upcoming Westminster by-elections are also discussed.
And last but not least, there's some potential value bets identified for the 2024 Presidential Elections!
The test summer is nearly here as England take on New Zealand this week in the first home test of the summer at Lord’s. Star’s own William Kedjanyi is joined by fellow test cricket lover Oscar Livesey – Lodwick to preview what is a massive summer for England’s test team and their new captain Ben Stokes.
Can the hosts overcome several fast-bowling injuries whilst trying to fix their top order problems? Can New Zealand overcome a lack of proper red ball preparation, as they enter a transitional period?
William and Oscar take a deep dive into both sides, spot the trends to look out for during this summer, and attempt to find value in the outright and first test markets, including 16/1 and 25/1 shots for Player of the Match at Lord’s!
In a packed episode, Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward review the Champions League final, look ahead to the Derby and Oaks, and recap the first two rounds of the Star Sports Greyhound Derby along with the Monaco Grand Prix!
There's also a farewell to the great Lester Piggott, a nine-time winner of the Derby.
A huge week of sport awaits as the Star Sports Greyhound Derby begins and the Irish 2,000 Guineas takes place at the Curragh!
Join Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward to look ahead to both events in a special episode of Trader Chat, whilst there's also analysis of Eurovision, the Derby ante-post market, and the Premier League!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Neil Channing and Paul Krishnamurty jump into a bumper discussion on this week’s Polling Station, as they look at the potential for a Lib-Lab pact, discuss the Northern Ireland protocol, the Australian election, and by-elections in Wakefield and Tiverton and Honiton!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Neil Channing and Paul Krishnamurty review the Local Elections, look ahead to upcoming by-elections in Tiverton and Wakefield, and react to fines for Downing Street parties along with Keir Starmer's 'beergate' developments!
The Eurovision Song Contest is here, and the Trader Chat team are ready! Join host Johnny Ward, Flynn Goward and Eurovision expert John Brackenridge to take a deep dive into this year’s contest in our special preview show!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Neil Channing and Paul Krishnamurty take a deep dive into this year's Local Elections!
Host Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward review the 2,000 and 1,000 Guineas at Newmarket, with wins for Coroebus and Cachet giving James Doyle a magnificent classic double.
There’s also analysis of the Derby picture - including a well-backed Godolphin horse - and the Oaks after the first two Classics, along with the best performances from the supporting card at Newmarket.
The pair look back on a fantastic week’s racing at the Punchestown Festival, and also cover the Premier League, Greyhound Derby, and World Snooker Championship final!
In a packed episode, host Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward look ahead to the Guineas at Newmarket and give the lowdown on the best backed contenders for the Oaks and Derby as well!
There's also a review of Sandown's season ending card over the weekend, Tyson Fury's knockout victory over Dillian Whyte, the latest action in the Premier League and the French Presidential Election!
There's also a mid-tournament review of the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible and the Indian Premier League!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Neil Channing and Paul Krishnamurty discuss the fixed penalty notices given to Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak, along with the first round of the French Election!
William gives us a rundown of the latest moves in the next Prime Minister and Tory Leader markets, there's also a debate over what we should expect from the Liberal Democrats, and whether Johnson or Sunak will be forced out by the latest news.
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Neil Channing and Paul Krishnamurty look at the state of play in the upcoming French Elections, with Marine Le Pen closing yet further on Emmanuel Macron’s poll lead. There’s a discussion on where various factions will head in a run-off between the two – with Le Pen now potentially just a polling error away from the Elysee.
There’s also an update on the latest market moves in British Politics, with Labour still leading most Westminster polls whilst Boris Johnson’s position appears to be more secure; rishi Sunak’s ratings have taken a slide, but he’s still favourite to be next Prime Minister.
There’s also a discussion about the betting to be the next BBC Political Editor, with Chris Mason now favourite after reports that he’d applied to a reopened process – and ther panel also look at the decision to sell off Channel 4!
Host Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward look ahead to a huge week of sport, with in depth previews of The Masters and the Grand National meeting.
Flynn gives us the lowdown on Star’s exclusive and the type of player needed to overcome the Augusta challenge, whilst Johnny and Flynn look ahead to the Grand National, along with some of the other lading races from the three day meeting.
There’s also discussion of the Premier League’s title race, with Manchester City and Liverpool – who are separated by just a point – meeting on Sunday to complete a phenomenal weekend of sport.
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, and Neil Channing look at the latest state of play in the French Elections, with the first round of voting just 11 days away.
Emmanuel Macron is still leading the polls, but Marine Le Pen has cut into his lead recently - and the trio discuss any potential dangers to the President, whilst pondering whether Jean-Luc Mélenchon can challenge her for the second run-off spot.
There's also a discussion of Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak's political fortunes in the UK, and Labour's Local Election launch!
Flynn Goward joins Johnny Ward to review a big weekend of flat racing, including Johann’s Lincoln handicap success and the best of the action from the Dubai World Cup, where Japan dominated once again.
There’s also a review of the opening day of the Irish Flat season at the Curragh, where Mother Earth made a winning start to her campaign.
In Golf, there’s a discussion of Scottie Scheffler’s rise to world No 1 after his WGC Match Play final win against Kevin Kisner and his chances for the Masters, where Flynn gives a 100/1 tip for the first major of the year!
The pair also look at Max Verstappen’s dramatic win over Charles Leclerc in the Saudi Arabian GP, the Star Sports Greyhound Derby, and Snooker’s Tour Championship featuring our In The Frame Offer!
And to open the show, there’s even some discussion about the bizarre Oscars showdown between Will Smith and Chris Rock – and some specials including the pair!
In our first Star Sports Greyhound Derby Zoom Room, Julie Collier is joined by Derby Champion Patrick Janssens, Damien Matthews (Chairperson of the Irish Greyhound Owners & Breeders Federation) and Star's own Martin 'Lofty' Chapman.
In the opening episode, they discuss their Derby teams and whether we'll see an Irish or English runner take the big prize this year!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing discuss Rishi Sunak's upcoming spring statement and what It means for the Chancellor, who is currently favourite to be the next Tory Leader and Prime Minister.
There's also analysis of recent polling, what effect the Cost of Living crisis could have on the polls, and they look at the battle to reach the second round of the French Presidential election, where any contender would surely have to face current President Emmanuel Macron.
Johnny Ward is joined by Star’s Head of Horseracing Flynn Goward to review the 2022 Cheltenham Festival, including:
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The biggest bets of the meeting from the course and in the office
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A breakdown of each race from the meeting, including reflections on wins from Constitution Hill, Honeysuckle, Energumene, Allaho, and A Plus Tard amongst others
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A relentless Friday, which included four winners for Willie Mullins and four favourites including A Plus Tard in the Gold Cup
Also included:
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A recap of the latest action in the Premier League, including Arsenal’s 1-0 win at Aston Villa
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The opening Grand Prix of the F1 season, where Ferrari took a 1-2 with Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz
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A look ahead to the Dubai World Cup, The Lincoln, and the Irish Lincolnshire
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The latest odds for the WGC Match-Play, including enhanced specials
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by Paul Krishnamurty to look at the flood of recent money for Emmanuel Macron to be elected President once again in France, how the UK’s response to the Ukraine crises has impacted domestic political betting, and some big moves in the betting to be the next BBC Political Editor.
With one week to go until the Cheltenham Festival, Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward meet to review a busy weekend of sporting action, including:
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The weekend’s racing, including action from Newbury and Kelso
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Manchester City’s Derby victory and other action in the Premier League
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Week 5 of the Premier League of Dart
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A review of Star’s ante-post positions, one week ahead of the Cheltenham Festival
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing discuss domestic and European responses to the crisis in Ukraine along with Joe Biden's first State of the Union address to Congress!
There’s just two weeks to go until the Festival!
Join Johnny Ward and Star’s Head of Racing Flynn Goward for a quickfire episode, including
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The latest Prestbury Cup Handicaps, with Great Britain being given an +8.5 head start
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Our special market on what day Great Britain will have the most winners at the Festival
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The latest in the Six Nations, with France unbeaten in three whilst Ireland and England are close behind
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A thrilling Carabao Cup final, with Liverpool winning the penalty shootout 11-10 after Caoimhin Kelleher scored his penalty and Kepa Arrizabalaga missed his spot-kick
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The continuing battle for the Top 4 in the Premier League, and Marcelo Bielsa’s Leeds exit
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The latest on the Champions and Europa Leagues
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The extremely controversial decision in the Josh Taylor-Jack Catterall fight
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing to recap another hectic political week!
On this episode!
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Who will be the US's next Supreme Court Justice
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The implications of the Ukraine crisis for Boris Johnson, Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron
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The potential cut-through of the UK’s response to the crisis in Ukraine
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Rishi Sunak’s latest poll ratings
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Our new market on Joe Biden’s exit date
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Our reshaped market on who the next BBC Political Editor may be after Jon Sopel exits the race
Host Johnny Ward and Star’s Head of Racing Flynn Goward are back to look at a packed weekend of sport, including:
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The best of the racing from Ascot, Haydock, Gowran and Wincanton
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An incredible weekend of Premier League action, including Tottenham’s win at Manchester City and the prospect of a title race possibly being reignited
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The latest changes in the battle to survive and the Top 4 after wins for Burnley, Watford, Arsenal and Wolves
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The latest market movers in the Champions League after the first legs in the Round of 16
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Joaquin Niemann’s brilliant display in the Genesis Invitational
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The latest on Premier League Darts, including a new market on who will hit the most 180’s in all matches
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Who will win the most races at the Cheltenham Festival? Willie Mullins or the UK?
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing are back for a packed episode. This week:
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What can we take from the latest Westminster polling?
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A debate: Could Jeremy Corbyn win as an Independent in 2024?
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Could Rosie Duffield defect from Labour, and if so, what does it mean for a future contest in Canterbury?
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Will Donald Trump's legal troubles stop him from running for President in 2024?
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Can anything stop Sinn Féin from being the largest party in upcoming elections?
Host Johnny Ward and Star's Head of Racing Flynn Goward are joined once again by racing and NFL fan Izzy Phillips (@IzzyPhillips) of The Racing Moment to review a packed weekend of sport!
On this week's programme:
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The trio review the weekend’s action at Newbury, Warwick and Naas, including wins for Bravemansgame, Glory and Fortune, Edwardstone, and Journey With Me
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There's analysis of the latest Premier League action - including big wins for Everton and Newcastle as they bid to get out of trouble – and a look ahead to the Last 16 of the Champions League
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The LA Rams’ dramatic win over the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI
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The latest Six Nations prices after the first two rounds of action
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A thrilling end to the Waste Management Open on the PGA Tour
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A look ahead to this weekend’s racing action
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, and Neil Channing discuss the political events of the last week after intense diplomacy on the European stage, including an eventful trip to Moscow for Liz Truss!
Also discussed is the resignation of Cressida Dick, the latest polling in the French elections, and the long term outlook for senior Tories, including Liz Truss, Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson.
The starsports.bet Zoom Room team are back to preview the first day of the Dublin Racing Festival!
A fantastic card features four Grade 1 races - including the Irish Gold Cup - whilst our ambassador Davy Russell has a strong book of rides, including two Grade 1 favourites!
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing discuss the latest market movers and shakers regarding Boris Johnson’s position following another dramatic week in Westminster, including the publication of Sue Gray’s update and the resignation of his policy chief Munira Mirza.
Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing look ahead to the imminent publication of Sue Gray's report, and what the potential outcomes could mean for Boris Johnson and the Conservative Party.
What a competition the Blue Riband has been to kick us off for 2022! The fantastic Category One final at Towcester on Sunday afternoon features six terrific dogs including, last year's Star Sports Derby winner, Thorn Falcon, who will be sent off the short priced favourite.
Three of the best trainers in the country are represented; Patrick Janssens with that hot favourite, Kevin Hutton has two and incredibly, Mark Wallis will send out three of the finalists. Here, Mark tells Julie and Lofty about the chances of his runners and his thoughts on the reigning Derby champ.
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward review the thrilling clash between Shishkin v Energumene at Ascot, a duel which provided a brilliant finish on the track and huge amounts of betting action for Star Sports.
The pair also look ahead to a potential rematch at Cheltenham, with Flynn offering an ante-post angle for the Queen Mother Champion Chase that doesn’t include either of the Big Two!
Also reviewed:
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The rest of the weekend’s racing, including wins for Jobon and Royal Pagaille at Haydock,
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The Premier League action, including a rare draw for Manchester City, wins for Chelsea and Liverpool, and Norwich’s crucial success against Watford
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The NFL Playoffs, with dramatic wins for the San Francisco 49ers, LA Rams, and Kansas City Chiefs in the divisional round
The gang of Johnny Ward, William Kedjanyi, Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing are back to talk about the latest movements in the battle for Boris Johnson to survive!
This features a special appearance from a group of well-known protestors….
The starsports.bet Zoom Room team are back looking ahead to the biggest meeting of them all - the 2022 Cheltenham Festival.
Join: DAVY RUSSELL - starsports.bet brand ambassador
BILL ESDAILE - City AM Racing Editor
LUKE TARR - Star's head of PR and host ...
as they take a look at this year's Gold Cup and the early prices on starsports.bet
You can check out all the latest prices at: https://starsports.bet/sport/horseracing
Or DOWNLOAD THE APP !!!! ... and for all the latest Cheltenham News And Previews https://www.starsportsbet.co.uk
The starsports.bet Zoom Room team are back looking ahead to the biggest meeting of them all - the 2022 Cheltenham Festival.
Join:
DAVY RUSSELL - starsports.bet brand ambassador
BILL ESDAILE - City AM Racing Editor
LUKE TARR - Star's head of PR and host
... as they take a look at this year's Stayers' Hurdle and the early prices on starsports.bet
You can check out all the latest prices at: https://starsports.bet/sport/horseracing
Or DOWNLOAD THE APP !!!! ... and for all the latest Cheltenham News And Previews https://www.starsportsbet.co.uk
The starsports.bet Zoom Room team are back looking ahead to the biggest meeting of them all - the 2022 Cheltenham Festival.
Join:
DAVY RUSSELL - starsports.bet brand ambassador
BILL ESDAILE - City AM Racing Editor
LUKE TARR - Star's head of PR and host
... as they take a look at this year's Champion Chase and the early prices on starsports.bet
You can check out all the latest prices at: https://starsports.bet/sport/horseracing
Or DOWNLOAD THE APP !!!! ... and for all the latest Cheltenham News And Previews www.starsportsbet.co.uk
The starsports.bet Zoom Room team are back looking ahead to the biggest meeting of them all - the 2022 Cheltenham Festival.
Join: DAVY RUSSELL - starsports.bet brand ambassador
BILL ESDAILE - City AM Racing Editor
LUKE TARR - Star's head of PR and host
... as they take a look at this year's Champion Hurdle and the early prices on starsports.bet
You can check out all the latest prices at: https://starsports.bet/sport/horseracing
Or DOWNLOAD THE APP !!!! ... and for all the latest Cheltenham News And Previews https://www.starsportsbet.co.uk
The starsports.bet Zoom Room team are back looking ahead to the biggest meeting of them all - the 2022 Cheltenham Festival.
Join:
DAVY RUSSELL - starsports.bet brand ambassador
BILL ESDAILE - City AM Racing Editor
LUKE TARR - Star's head of PR and host
... as they take a look at this year's big races and the early prices on starsports.bet
You can check out all the latest prices at: https://starsports.bet/sport/horseracing
Or DOWNLOAD THE APP !!!! ... and for all the latest Cheltenham News And Previews https://www.starsportsbet.co.uk
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward deliver a jam-packed episode, including:
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The weekend’s racing, including Kempton’s Lanzarote Hurdle card, Warwick’s Classic Chase and wins for Dysart Dynamo and Bob Olinger at Punchestown
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Manchester City’s win over Chelsea, which has all but ended the Premier League title race, and the battle for a top-four spot and to avoid relegation
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The latest from the African Cup of Nations
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A preview of this week’s action including the Clarence House chase at Ascot, and the Winter Million at Lingfield
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The NFL’s Play-Offs, including our liabilities on Super Bowl LVI
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Neil Robertson’s victory over Barry Hawkins in the Masters’ Snooker final
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Golf’s Abu Dhabi Championship, with Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa and Viktor Hovland all set to feature
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Liverpool and Arsenal’s 0-0 draw in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final
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The Premier League action, including Manchester City v Chelsea and the North London Derby
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Novak Djokovic’s visa revocation, and the effects on the Australian Open Market
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The latest racing action, including the Classic Chase and the Hampton Novices’ Chase
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New derivative markets on racing
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by returning friends of the show Paul Krishnamurty and Neil Channing to preview a huge year for political betting!
Topics include:
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If Boris Johnson can survive after his horror show at PMQs
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The Italian Presidential Election
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The French Presidential Election and who is likely to reach the final two
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Local Elections in England
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The long term outlook in America, including ante-post predictions for the 2024 Presidential Election
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The best bets for 2022, including a Paul Krishmanurty acca, and two contenders to be the next BBC Political Editor from William!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward pick the bones out of an extraordinary finish to the Formula One World Championship in Abu Dhabi which saw Max Verstappen pip Lewis Hamilton in incredibly controversial circumstances in a packed episode of Trader Chat!
There’s also a review of the International meeting at Cheltenham, whilst the Bryony Frost case is covered along with the reaction from all quarters.
It was a dramatic weekend of Premier League action with wins on penalties for the three big title contenders - and Manchester United - whilst the darts and snooker are also covered!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi take a quick-fire journey through the latest developments in British Politics, including:
- The huge Tory Rebellion against COVID measures
- Keir Starmer’s improving approval ratings
- What to expect in North Shropshire’s by-election
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward pick the bones out of an extraordinary finish to the Formula One World Championship in Abu Dhabi which saw Max Verstappen pip Lewis Hamilton in incredibly controversial circumstances in a packed episode of Trader Chat!
There’s also a review of the International meeting at Cheltenham, whilst the Bryony Frost case is covered along with the reaction from all quarters.
It was a dramatic weekend of Premier League action with wins on penalties for the three big title contenders - and Manchester United - whilst the darts and snooker are also covered!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward are back after a break to discuss the hottest topics, including:
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The Tingle Creek, along with the fallout from Shishkin’s absence (and the potential for a small field)
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The entires for the Henry VII Chase, including a market mover who could oppose Third Time Lucki
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A strong Aintree card, including the Becher and Many Clouds Chase
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The best of the action from Newbury and Fairyhouse, including brilliant performances from Honeysuckle and Ahoy Senor to name two
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The latest in the Premier League amongst the big guns, including market movers in the title betting and for the Top Four
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The betting for the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi jump head first into a bumper episode which features:
- Labour’s reshuffle and market movers in the next Labour Leadership Market
- The Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election
- The latest ConHome League Table
- IPSOS Mori’s latest polling on Scottish Independence
Nottingham will host the Eclipse Final on Monday night worth £6,500 to the winner. Top trainer Kevin Hutton is double-handed with his in-form Select Stakes winner Signet Ace and Steel City cup champion, Forest Gold.
In the latest zoom room, Kevin tells Julie Collier and Lofty his thoughts on his runners, their biggest danger and addresses the issue of category one competition prize money. Plus Lofty, who is 3 from 3 in his greyhound zoom room tips, gives us the winner (or at least Kevin hopes so!)
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi relive Boris Johnson's speech to the CBI, increasingly negative briefings from inside Downing Street and the Tory Party, and ask themselves wether the Prime Minister is genuinely OK!
There's been a market move on Johnson's exit dates but none on Keir Starmer - where does all this leave the Labour Leader?
There's also a look at future problems facing any potential replacement, and a discussion of the Tory Rebellion on the Health and Social Care Bill in Parliament, along with a long-term look at the next General Election!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward review a tough November meeting for Star Sports at Cheltenham, including:
- The novice hurdle bet that cost £20,000 on day 1
- The £20,000 swing in the Paddy Power Gold Cup
- Market movers for the Festival
Also discussed:
- The battle for the F1 Drivers’ Title after Lewis Hamilton’s brilliant win at Interlagos
- Political movers in the markets for the next General Election!
- The latest from Strictly Come Dancing
- The Betfair Chase betting
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss the containing fallout regarding MP’s second jobs, the internal pressure on Boris Johnson, the potential for a by-election shock in North Shropshire and the latest on the Northern Ireland Protocol!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward bring you a packed Trader Chat, including:
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The latest comings and goings in the Premier League, including Steven Gerrard’s appointment at Aston Villa and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s future at Manchester United
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The upcoming International matches
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The best of the Breeders’ Cup, including the controversy around Juvenile Turf winner Modern Games
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The latest changes in the F1 Title Race
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Cheltenham’s upcoming November meeting, along with thoughts on the National Hunt season
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi (who is finally recording from home!) discuss a flood of negative stories for the Government in the wake of the Owen Paterson scandal.
William analyses the implications of this trend and any related market movers, the pair look at the opening markets for upcoming by-elections in Old Bexley and Sidcup and North Shropshire, and there's also a discussion about the Northern Ireland Protocol!
A Zoom Room special for day two of the Breeders' Cup 2021 at Del Mar. Our panel previews tonight's five races which are all covered live on ITV Racing.
City AM Racing Editor BILL ESDAILE USA Racing Handicapper and Breeders' Cup aficionado SCOTT FINLEY Hosted by JOHNNY WARD
A Zoom Room special for day one of the Breeders' Cup 2021 at Del Mar. Our panel previews Friday night's five races which are all covered live on ITV Racing.
In the Star Zoom Room: City AM Racing Editor BILL ESDAILE USA Racing Handicapper and Breeders' Cup aficionado SCOTT FINLEY Hosted by JOHNNY WARD
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss the ramifications of Republican Glenn Youngkin’s victory over Terry McAuliffe in the Georgia Governor’s race, look at the latest ConHome League Tables and examine what would be a successful COP26 for Boris Johnson – all whilst dealing with Tory MPs rewrite their own rules to save Owen Paterson from a 30 day suspension for lobbying!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward are back to discuss a bumper weekend of sporting action, including:
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An action-packed weekend in the Premier League, as Chelsea took advantage of dropped points for Manchester City and Liverpool whilst West Ham and Arsenal impressed with victories on the road
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Tottenham’s sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo and the market on his replacement, following Manchester United's 3-0 win at Spurs
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Frodon’s brilliant win in Down Royal’s Champion Chase
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The upcoming Breeders’ Cup
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The T20 World Cup
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi review the 2021 Budget, with William live from Westminster! Bonus: William runs through runners and riders to be the next BBC Political Editor live from Millbank!
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to discuss the continuing fall out from Manchester United's 5-0 defeat to Liverpool over the weekend and what this means for Star's 'Next Manchester United Manager' market. Is it now just a matter of when, not if, for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer?
Also on the agenda this week is the fall out from two days at Cheltenham, where Star were represented on course, as well as some of the latest F1 and NFL news.
Oh, and the lights go out too in this Halloween special! 🎃
In a special interview, former jockey turned film-maker Nathan Horrocks talks to Simon Nott about his latest film, The Fall.
William Kedjanyi joins Johnny Ward to talk about Dominic Cummings’ latest attacks on Keir Starmer, rising COVID cases, and the fact Donald Trump is now favourite to be elected President again in 2024!
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward in the brand new Star offices to review an action-packed ending to the British flat season in the shape of Champions Day!
The pair review a thrilling day’s action at Ascot - along with Star’s on track and in-office results - whilst looking ahead to a very strong renewal of the Vertem Futurity Trophy.
There’s also a look at the recent Premier League and Champions League action, with Mo Salah starring for Liverpool whilst Manchester United lost to Leicester in the Premier League and then bounced back with last gasp win against Atalanta yesterday.
There’s also coverage of Rory McIlroy’s CJ Cup win, the NBA’s 75th Anniversary season, and a look ahead to the upcoming jumps campaign!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi take a wild tour through recent event sin politics including:
- The latest between the UK and EU on the Northern Ireland Protocol
- The emergence of Eric Zemmour as a leading French Presidential Candidate
- Donald Trump’s market moves in the 2024 Presidential Election
There’s also some market movers and a big value pick in the Next Prime Minister market!
Johnny Ward and the returning Flynn Goward review:
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Future Champions Weekend at Newmarket, including impressive performances from Native Trail and Corebus
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Oisin Murphy’s up and down weekend, including his Cesarewitch win on Buzz and his missed rides on Friday
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Inspirer's win in the Fillies' Mile
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The best of the jumping action at Chepstow
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The NFL and F1 Action
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Political movers in the next General Election Markets
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi review the Conservative Party Conference!
William tells the tale of a week dominated by Boris Johnson’s optimistic outlook inside the Conference Bubble despite numerous crises outside of it - and he finds a big value pick at 7/1, albeit in the long term!
William Kedjanyi joins Johnny Ward to review the Labour Party Conference in Brighton before turning their focus to the Conservatives' gathering in Manchester next week.
There's also analysis of the recent German Election and the new Green Party co-leadership of Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by analyst Patrick English to preview Sunday's Federal Election in Germany!
The trio dig into the latest polling data with just days left in the campaign, review the turnaround in fortunes between Olaf cholz's Social Democrats (SPD) and Armin Laschet's CDD/CDU, and try to predict the makeup of the next Government!
Also included is a mini overview of the latest in Labour Politics before Party Conference, including Keir Starmer's 14,000 word essay!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss Boris Johnson's cabinet reshuffle, which saw several promotions and demotions!
The pair review the movers and shakers of the day in Westminster and analyse what it might mean for the Conservative Government going forward, and they also look at Canada's upcoming federal election!
Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward review a massive weekend of sport, including:
- The Irish Champions Weekend, The St Leger, and the Arc Trials
- Emma Raducanu’s sensational US Open win
- The return of the Premier League, including Cristiano Ronaldo’s double for Manchester United
- The PGA Championship at Wentworth, and Europe’s picks for the upcoming Ryder Cup
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by returning friend of the show Neil Channing to discuss Labour’s lead in this week’s YouGov poll - their first since January of this year, ending a 152 streak of poll leads for The Conservatives.
They discuss the reaction to the newly announced Social Care Levy, the challenges facing the Government over the Autumn and winter, Scottish Independence, and elections in Germany and Canada!
A thrilling series between England and India comes to a close at Old Trafford this Friday, and Star's own William Kedjanyi is joined by fellow test cricket lover Oscar Livesey - Lodwick, Trading Assistant at First International Media!
In a bumper episode, Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward review:
▪️ World Cup Qualifiers – business so far ▪️ England coming in for support for the World Cup ▪️ Two Years Too Much for the World Cup ▪️ Premier League back at the weekend ▪️ Baaeed continues to shine ▪️ Starman defeat a Star result ▪️ St Leger latest ▪️ Small fields order of the day ▪️ US Open enters final week ▪️ Formula One update ▪️ …. and a certain Ronaldo returning to Man U !!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi look at the situation in the German and Canadian Federal Elections, including, The Conservatives' hot polling streak in Canada, and Olaf Scholz's momentum in Germany and the potential for Green involvement in the next German Government!
There's also a discussion of what issues to look out for in the next session of Parliament, the Greens' power-sharing agreement with the SNP in Scotland, and Michel Barnier's entry into the French Presidential Election!
In a bumper bank holiday episode, Johnny Ward and Flynn Goward review:
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The weekend's Premier League action, including Manchester City’s 5-0 win over Arsenal
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The ante-post prices for the Championship and Champions League
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The weekend’s racing, including a close defeat for Benbatl in the Goodwood Mile
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Patrick Cantlay’s dramatic play-off defeat of Bryson DeChambeau in the BMW Championship
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The England v India test series, with the fourth test starting on Thursday
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The US Open
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi look ahead to some of the big political events that await us over the rest of the year, including two national elections, the return of Party Conferences, and some interesting developments in America!
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to review a fantastic week’s racing at York and an eventful second game week in the Premier League, including Chelsea’s 2-0 win at Arsenal on Sunday!
There’s also a review of this season’s Love Island, and the first event of golf’s FedEx Playoffs in the shape of the Northern Trust!
Johnny Ward is joined by Adam Russell to preview the upcoming Premier League season!
The pair look at a huge range of ante-post markets including the overall title winner, points handicap, goals handicap, relegation marker, top goalscorer and Star’s own Pair of Aces!
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to look at Star’s huge range of Premier League markets ahead of the upcoming season, along with last Saturday’s Shergar Cup and Saratoga Derby.
There’s also a review of an incredible two weeks of action in Tokyo - and the knock on effects for the Sports Personality Of The Year with many Olympians taking a huge jump in the market - whilst the pair review the first test between England and India and the last test of the Lions Series!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi review YouGov analysis focused on The Blue Wall, a 53-seat strong cluster of constituencies across the South and East of England which YouGov classifies as being:
- Currently held by the Conservatives
- Voted to Remain in 2016
- Having a higher-than-average concentration of degree holders in the population (25%+)
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to look back at how an action-packed Glorious Goodwood meeting went for the firm, whilst Johnny offers his thoughts on the Racing League and Flynn looks ahead to the other action taking place this week!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss three polls that put have put Labour closer to the Conservatives, and what might be driving the change.
Johnny Ward is joined by birthday boy Flynn Goward to review Adayar’s brilliant performance in the King George and look ahead to the Glorious Goodwood and Galway Festivals.
There’s also a round-up of events in Tokyo from The Games and then a look forward to the upcoming football season, including some transfer specials!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi review Laura Kuenssberg's interview with Dominic Cummings, the unlocking of all remaining Coronavirus restrictions in England, the Government's statement over the Northern Ireland protocol and a report from the US about the performance of polling in the 2020 Election.
Also this week: A look at the French Presidential Election and the impact that climate change may have on the German Federal Elections.
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to review a packed fortnight’s sporting action. The pair review Collin Morikawa’s Open win at Royal St George’s, Lewis Hamilton’s British Grand Prix victory, and Snowfall’s dominant victory in the Irish Oaks – along with the ante post market for The Arc.
The upcoming King George also gets a look in, whilst there’s a look ahead to the best races at Glorious Goodwood!
There’s also a focus on a busy weekend’s racing on the domestic front, and a look back at Euro 2020 and the Star Sports Greyhound Derby – with a bit of Olympic action thrown in too!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss the political fallout of England's run to the final of EURO 2020 and the government's position on taking the knee.
The pair also discuss the abhorrent abuse of England's black players, whilst looking at the Dublin Bay South by-election and the possibility of Donald Trump being the Republican nominee again.
Johnny Ward and Adam Russell are joined by a returning Johnathan Wilson to preview the final of Euro 2020!
Can England bring it home or will the Italians prove to be too strong? 🏆
And what do the Star team fancy for the final? Enjoy our special montage from the great and good of Star Sports with selections for Sunday’s big game!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi review Labour's razor-tight win in Batley and Spen and look ahead to Thursday's Dublin Bay South by-election, whilst also discussing what the future looks like for the Tories over the winter.
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to preview the last stages of Euro 2020 including Italy v Spain and England v Denmark in the semi-finals this week. The pair also look ahead to the Greyhound Derby final, look back at an action packed weekend’s racing, and review the action at Wimbledon so far!
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Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by returning special guests Neil Channing and Paul Krishnamurty to look at tomorrow's by-election in Batley and Spen and the potential effects for the Labour Party!
Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to review a thrilling set of last-16 games at Euro 2020 - including a Monday that featured 14 goals across two matches - and look ahead to England’s blockbuster tie against Germany!
The pair also look at the betting for Wimbledon, the Greyhound Derby semi-finals, and a fine weekend for British raiders at The Curragh!
Johnny Ward & Adam Russell are joined by comedian and Crystal Palace fan Jim Daly to look ahead to the last 16 of Euro 2020! There’s a deep dive into England’s much-anticipated meeting with Germany whilst ranking the teams who have made it to the first knockout stage.
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by returning special guests Neil Channing and Paul Krishnamurty to discuss the fallout from last week’s Lib Dem by-election win in Chesham and Amersham, and next week's contest in Batley and Spen!
With the tops and tails packed away for another year, Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to review Royal Ascot 2021, including all the big bets and the best performances of the week.
The pair also review the Greyhound Derby after the third round at Towcester whilst reviewing the Group games at Euro 2020 along with John Rahm’s US Open victory.
It’s all about the classics this week as Johnny Ward is joined by Flynn Goward to review Adayar’s Derby win and Snowfall’s romp in the Oaks, whilst there’s praise for Pyledriver’s Coronation Cup win.
The pair also discuss St Mark’s Basilica’s impressive win in the Prix du Jockey Club, England and New Zealand’s first test draw at Lord’s, the first round of the Greyhound Derby and the upcoming Euros!
Johnny Ward and Adam Russell are joined by Jonathan Wilson to preview Euro 2020!
The trio weigh up the leading contenders for the tournament, ask how the Home Nations will fare, give their votes for the Golden Boot winner and for the surprise package of the Euros.
In this week's episode, Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss Keir Starmer's appearance on Piers Morgan's Life Stories and explore Star's latest Twitter based betting market - the World Cup of London Boroughs!
Flynn Goward joins Johnny Ward to look ahead to this year’s Oaks and Derby at Epsom – including a major plunge on the Aidan O’Brien trained Divinely – the oncoming Greyhound Derby and the French Open at Roland Garros, with a number of special markets already up.
The pair review the Champions League Final and then Star’s huge offering on the European Championships.
In this week's episode, Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss Dominic Cummings' bombshell testimony to Parliament and the political fallout for those involved.
Flynn Goward joins Johnny Ward to pay tribute to the extraordinary Barney Curley, looking back upon the career of the feared punter best known for the Yellow Sam coup at Bellewstown.
The pair also cover the betting fallouts from the Irish Guineas, whilst looking over the rest of the weekend’s action at The Curragh, Haydock, York and Goodwood.
There’s also a review of the Eurovision song contest, Phil Mickelson’s magnificent PGA Championship victory, the Monaco
And last but never least, the end of the football season is reviewed whilst Flynn gives us an update on the ante-post betting for the Euros and Harry Kane’s next club.
Johnny Ward & Adam Russell preview the upcoming FA Cup final between Chelsea and Leicester, celebrate Bolton's promotion back to League One and take a look at the Play-Offs!
Flynn Goward joins Johnny Ward to reflect on the latest movers and shakers in the Derby market after Bolshoi Ballet's impressive win in the Derrinstown Stud Derby Trial at Leopardstown.
The pair also review the weekend's racing - including monster gambles on the Sam Curling trained Call Me Freddie at Cork and Danilo D'Airy, who coasted to a nine-length win at Warwick on Saturday evening despite being 38lb out of the handicap - along with the Premier League, ante-post football results, Canelo v Saunders, the Greyhound Derby and the Local Elections!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by returning special guests Neil Channing and Paul Krishmanurty to discuss the fallout from a week of crucial elections, including:
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The state of the United Kingdom
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What a road to recovery looks like for Labour
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What ramifications the SNP Holyrood victory (without a majority) has for Scottish Independence
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Whether a 'vaccine bounce' helped Boris Johnson and other leaders
Along with much more!
Johnny Ward & Adam Russell discuss Sunday's big protest at Old Trafford which saw Manchester United fans storming the pitch and the coverage of those events.
The pair also discuss Manchester City and Chelsea's Champions League semi-final wins, Bolton's promotion chances, the fairness of the play-off system and Chelsea's upcoming clash with Manchester City.
Flynn Goward joins Johnny Ward to reflect on a busy weekend for the traders after laying a massive bet at 8/1 in the first classic of the season. Also, what to make of Santa Barbara in the 1000 Guineas and which horse is the most frustrating lay of all time?
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by Neil Channing and Paul Krishmanurty to discuss Thursday's coming Local Elections.
The four look at Survation's poll which gives the Conservatives a 17% lead in Hartlepool's crucial by-election, assess the Holyrood Elections - including the latest polling from Opinium for Sky News - and look at he various other markets Star have on offer for Thursday.
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi discuss the latest allegations surrounding Boris Johnson and Star's markets surrounding the Prime Minister.
The pair look at public attitudes towards Cronyism in the Government, debate recent claims made about Johnson's attitudes towards a national lockdown, and also look at the moves in Star's markets to be the next Prime Minister and Conservative Party leader.
Johnny Ward sits down with Head of Horseracing at Star Sports, Flynn Goward, to go through all the latest trading news and views after a controversial finish to the feature race at Sandown on Saturday.
Also, get all the latest market movers and liabilities ahead of the first English classics of the flat season.
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi talk about the London Mayoral Elections, the state of play in Wales, and Independence movements around the United Kingdom.
The pair also discuss the latest markets for elections in Hartlepool and Holyrood, and look at the long-term political prospects for The Conservatives and Labour in Britain.
Johnny Ward and Adam Russell discuss the birth of, backlash to, and collapse of the European Super League, along with what it means for English football in the future.
The pair also discuss owners in football, the upcoming League Cup final and who may be best placed to replace Jose Mourinho at Spurs.
Join Johnny Ward & Flynn Goward for an action packed Trader Chat as the pair discuss the latest on the controversial European Super League. Also, who is the favourite to replace Jose Mourinho at Spurs following his sacking and find out which horse is being backed for the 2000 Guineas.
Johnny Ward & Adam Russell are here with a jam-packed Two Man Wall. Get the latest debrief on the Champion League, a look ahead at this weekend's Premier League action and we ask what does the future look like for Harry Kane & Jesse Lingard?
William Kedjanyi is joined by returning guest Jennifer Jones of the Stranraer and Wigtownshire Free Press to discuss what impact Alex Salmond's Alba Party has made in the Holyrood elections and if the SNP can win an outright majority.
The pair also discuss the Greensill scandal and if there'll be any repercussions for the Conservative party, whilst the future of Boris Johnson is discussed.
Get the lowdown from inside the Star Sports trading circle after a dramatic action packed weekend. With six figure bets flying around left, right and centre, was it all smiles for the traders at the end of it all?
Johnny Ward and Adam Russell discuss an enthralling week of Champions League action with victories for Real Madrid, Manchester City, PSG and Chelsea and the race to make it into next season's competition from the Premier League.
Flynn & Johnny are reunited ahead of a blockbuster weekend at Aintree & Augusta with both the Grand National & The Masters.
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi have an awful lot to discuss this week in a jam packed episode, with elections in Scotland and Hartlepool heating up whilst there's also a year to go until the first round of the French Presidential Election!
Johnny Ward and William Kedjanyi are joined by returning guest Paul Krishmanurty to talk about the launch of Alex Salmond's new Alba Party and the implications that will have on the upcoming Scottish Elections, whilst sharing some strong views on Hartlepool's crucial by-election.
Johnny Ward and Adam Russell discuss the start of the World Cup Qualifiers, with Europe's best and brightest looking to find their way to Qatar in 2022. How many of the home nations will make it?
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William Kedjanyi is joined by Stranraer and Wigtownshire Free Press reporter Jennifer Jones (@jennifermjones on Twitter) to talk about the fallout from the Holyrood enquiry and what effect that could have on Scottish Politics including the May elections and the chances of an Independence referendum taking place in the near future.
Jennifer also gives a quick review on Keir Starmer's year in power of Labour and predicts wether Donald Trump will launch his own social media platform before the 4th July!
Star Sports' senior trader Flynn Goward joins Johnny Ward to look back on what was a remarkable and unique Cheltenham Festival with many highs and lows for punters and traders alike – but who came out on top over the four days?
Johnny Ward and Adam Russell are joined by Irish football expert Dan McDonnell to preview the returning League of Ireland season whilst looking ahead to some cracking quarter-finals in the FA Cup featuring Leicester v Manchester United and Everton v Manchester City.
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