Ep 914 - How has Cruddace played his hand?

Nick is joined by journalist and TV host Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. They lead with reflections on ARC racecourse group boss Martin Cruddace's entry into the media rights/funding debate in interview with Bill Barber in the Racing Post. Nick also talks to trainer Christian Leech, with strong views on Cruddace's standpoint, and to Fitzdares CEO Will Woodhams, who explains the bookmaking industry's increasing frustration with the current media rights setup. Also on today's show, we hear from trainers Lucinda Russell and Kerry Lee about their high profile runners in the UK on Saturday, Rick Dutrow updates us on Breeders' Cup Classic winner White Abarrio as he prepares for Saudi Arabia, and bloodstock agent Jamie McCalmont extols the buoyancy of the Magic Millions in Australia.