The FINAL FURLONG PODCAST is back this weekend, focusing on the top UK and Irish horse racing events taking place on Saturday, September 12th. Hosted once again by the talented Emmet Kennedy, the team will provide expert analysis and betting tips for the action at Leopardstown and Doncaster.
This week, Kennedy is joined by Andy Newton, former jockey George Gorman, Peter Michael, and Jaime Wrenn as they share their best bets for the live ITV Racing coverage. At Leopardstown, it’s the opening day of the Irish Champions Festival, featuring an exciting renewal of the Champion Stakes, where Juddmonte International Stakes winner, Item, faces off against Eclipse victor, Constitution River. Meanwhile, over at Doncaster, the venerable English Classic, the St Leger, takes center stage—raising the question of whether Epsom Derby champion Christmas Day can become the first horse since Reference Point in 1987 to win both races.
You can catch their expert insights and betting recommendations for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or watch the video on YouTube below to see which races they are discussing.
The Final Furlong Podcast: Leopardstown and Doncaster Betting Guide – Saturday, 12th September 2026
Races Previewed in This Week’s Final Furlong Podcast (Saturday, 12th September 2026)
Below is the full list of races covered on the Final Furlong Podcast this week, complete with key trends and stats to enhance your betting strategy, alongside their NAP best bets and favorite picks.
ITV Racing at Leopardstown and Doncaster – Saturday, 12th September 2026
- 13:45 Doncaster – Champagne Stakes (Group 2) – 7 furlongs
- 14:20 Doncaster – Portland Handicap – 5½ furlongs
- 14:45 Leopardstown – HKJC World Pool Golden Fleece Stakes (Group 1) – 1 mile 1 furlong
- 14:55 Doncaster – Park Stakes (Group 2) – 7 furlongs
- 15:15 Leopardstown – HKJC World Pool Kilternan Stakes (Group 3) – 1 mile 4 furlongs
- 15:35 Doncaster – St Leger Stakes (Group 1) – 1 mile 6½ furlongs
- 15:55 Leopardstown – Coolmore America “Justify” Matron Stakes (Group 1) – 1 mile
- 16:25 Leopardstown – Tonybet Solonaway Stakes (Group 2) – 1 mile
- 17:00 Leopardstown – Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes (Group 1) – 1 mile 2 furlongs
All times are listed in UK local time.
About The Final Furlong Podcast 🎧
Presented by talkSPORT’s Emmet Kennedy, The Final Furlong Podcast delivers premier coverage of UK, Irish, and international horse racing. Alongside jockeys, punters, and industry experts including Andy Newton, Jaime Wrenn, Georgia Cox, George Gorman, Peter Michael, and Adam Mills, the show mixes engaging racing discussions with in-depth form analysis and top betting selections for key events like Royal Ascot and Cheltenham.
Fan Take
This podcast is a must-listen for horse racing aficionados looking to gain an edge with expert insight ahead of big race days, offering a blend of sharp analysis and proven betting tips. Its coverage of marquee events like the Irish Champions Festival and St Leger not only excites fans but also helps raise the profile and appreciation of classic races within the sport.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
