Ep 977 - Can Townend deliver Maximus masterclass?

Nick is joined by Racing Post senior writer Lee mottershead to discuss the latest news from around the racing world. They begin by digesting the JP McManus Grand National riding arrangements, and hear from Gavin Cromwell, whose Limerick Lace is Mark Walsh's surprise choice. Also on today's show, David Maxwell looks forward to his first National ride on last year's raceday gamble Ain't that a Shame, while Helena Flynn from the Horse Welfare Board continues our coverage of the sport's HorsePWR campaign. Joe Burke reflects on an extraordinary day as a buyer and breeder at Deauville yesterday, Harry Herbert looks forward to the Craven Breeze-Ups and to an audacious tilt with Believing at the big sprint in Hong Kong, where JA McGrath has all the latest ahead of the big upcoming International fixture. Sam Davies Thomas brings us the weekly Thoroughbid Point to Point news.