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Join horse racing enthusiasts, Simon Double and Phil Boyle and their guests from around the racing world as they discuss the experience of owning a share of your own racehorse. Find out about what it is like to become an owner and the different options available to get involved. It need not cost as much as you might think! Simon and Phil are happy to answer any questions that you may have about racehorse ownership or racing in general. Simon can be contacted by email at: info@solarioracing.com and Phil can be contacted by email at: phil@bgracingsyndicates.co.uk.
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Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
In this episode, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle discuss recent updates in their respective horse racing syndicates, including BG Racing's disappointment with Bella Cavalla's career-ending injury and the acquisition of a new mare.
Simon shares his experience of hosting his first successful jazz event and his upcoming Solario Racing trip to France.
There is a look back at the end of the jumps season and ahead to the flat, as well as discussing the going stick and the Netflix documentary 'Race for the Crown'.
Special guests, Sally Flatt and Christian Williams from Childwickbury Stud, join to talk about their ambitions for the stud, including breeding a classic winner, their involvement in race sponsorship, and suggestions for improving British racing.
00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Catch-Up
01:23 BG Racing Updates and Challenges
03:33 Simon’s Etoile Events and Solario Racing Plans
06:01 Grand National and British Trainers Championship
09:56 Punchestown Festival and Guineas Preview
12:01 Horses to Follow
14:10 Controversy: Falsified Going Stick Readings
17:39 Syndicate Days and Upcoming Events
18:55 Netflix Documentary: Race for The Crown
20:29 Interview with Sally Flatt and Christian Williams
33:54 Closing Remarks and Farewell
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: phil@bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
Simon Double: info@solarioracing.com
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Childwickbury Stud on Twitter/X - @childwickburys
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
In this episode of Inside The Rails, Phil and Simon navigate a complex episode with two guests, trainers Amy Murphy and Lemos De Souza, and the logistical hurdle of being in four locations in two countries.
After chatting about their syndicates, shared ownership racedays and the Cheltenham Festival, our hosts are joined by Amy and Lemos who discuss their career transitions and trajectories, their new ventures in France and Newmarket, and their insights on the current state of the racing industry.
The hosts also discuss some upcoming events and a new business venture for Simon.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Challenges
03:32 Syndicate Updates and Upcoming Events
08:06 Cheltenham Festival Highlights
15:35 Interview with Amy Murphy and Lemos De Souza
32:47 Conclusion and Listener Engagement
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: phil@bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
Simon Double: info@solarioracing.com
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Amy Murphy on Twitter/X - @almracing
Follow Lemos De Souza on Twitter/X - @lemosdesouza1
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Simon Double and Phil Boyle return for another episode of Inside The Rails, discussing their syndicate runners and a winner for Simon.
They dive into a detailed Cheltenham preview, sharing their ante-post selections and insights.
Special guest Stephanie Wethered, Clerk Of The Course at Lingfield Park, joins to talk about her career so far and the challenges of her role.
The episode also reflects on the tragic death of jockey Michael O'Sullivan and the increasing trend of trainers moving operations to France.
00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Catch-Up
03:09 Tribute to Jockey Michael O'Sullivan
04:33 BG Racing and Solario Racing Updates
06:22 Emerald Downs' Impressive Debut
09:03 Amy Murphy's French Training Venture
12:49 Cheltenham Festival Preview
18:00 Interview with Stephanie Wethered
28:41 Closing Remarks
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
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Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: phil@bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
Simon Double: info@solarioracing.com
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Lingfield Park on Twitter/X - @LingfieldPark
Follow Stephanie Wethered on Twitter/X - @StephWethered
Saturday Feb 01, 2025
Saturday Feb 01, 2025
In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle discuss the latest in horse racing and their syndicates.
They look at recent racing actions and the industry stories of the day before they are joined by this month's guest, Simon Nott.
Simon, a racing journalist, joins to discuss his career, the changes in the betting ring over the years, and his passion for music.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
01:35 Special Guest: Simon Nott
02:14 BG Racing Updates
03:10 Solario Racing Updates
06:04 Cheltenham Festival Insights
08:22 Syndicate Managers Conference
09:33 Trainer Interviews Controversy
12:16 Interview with Simon Nott
21:28 Music and Personal Passions
30:39 Closing Remarks
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: phil@bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
Simon Double: info@solarioracing.com
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Simon Nott on Twitter/X - @SimonNott
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Simon Double and Phil Boyle from BG Racing kick off the new year with a pre-recorded session of Inside the Rails.
They are joined by special guest, jumps trainer Neil Mulholland, who shares his insights and provides some horses to follow in 2025.
The hosts discuss their own syndicates, the impact of affordability checks on racing’s finances, the new season of Full Gallop and the upcoming Racehorse Syndicates Association conference.
00:00 Welcome to Inside the Rails
00:24 Holiday Preparations and Predictions
05:03 BG Racing and Solario Racing Updates
07:51 Exciting Prospects and Racing Highlights
10:18 The Impact of Gambling Regulations
12:05 Full Gallop and RSA Conference
14:45 Interview with Neil Mulholland
26:41 Closing Remarks and New Year Wishes
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.www.neilmulhollandracing.com
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: phil@bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
Simon Double: info@solarioracing.com
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Follow Neil Mulholland Racing on Twitter/X - @neil_mulholland
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
In the 49th episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle celebrate entering the fifth year of their podcast and recount how they both got into horse racing.
They update on the progress of their horses, including a welcome winner for Simon from Sharp Distinction.
They also touch on recent race outcomes from the Cheltenham November meeting and major international events like the Breeders Cup, whilst candidly discussing the challenges faced by the racing community after horse fatalities.
The episode concludes with a reflection on shared ownership and its joys, ending with the hosts' suggestions for improving the racing industry.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:26 BG Racing Updates: Bella Cavalla and Stryder
04:03 Solario Racing Highlights
09:17 Recent Major Races and Performances
11:29 Cheltenham November Meeting Recap
19:36 Shared Ownership Event at Ascot
23:38 Personal Stories: Getting into Racing
30:14 Improving British Racing: Suggestions
34:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
Contact the hosts:
Phil Boyle: phil@bgracingsyndicates.co.uk
Simon Double: info@solarioracing.com
Follow us on Twitter/X - @InsideTheRails
Follow Solario Racing on Twitter/X - @officialsolario
Follow BG Racing on Twitter/X - @bgrsyndicates
Inside The Rails
Ever wondered what it might be like to own a racehorse?
Shared ownership through syndicates and racing clubs make this an affordable option and two syndicate managers, Phil Boyle from BG Racing and Simon Double from Solario Racing started Inside The Rails to provide listeners with an insight into the ownership experience.
Each month the guys review what is going on in horse racing and with the horses that they own and then they interview a guest from within the horse racing industry. Trainers, jockeys, broadcasters and those who run the sport have all made appearances on Inside The Rails.