Racing.com form analyst Ben Asgari joined The Verdict podcast on Thursday to share his best bets at Bendigo. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au 

Racing.com form analyst Ben Asgari joined The Verdict podcast on Thursday to share his best bets at Bendigo. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au&nbsp;

Renowned racing broadcaster, Michael Felgate, brings you the latest news, views and interviews in the world of horse racing (and hopefully a few winners, too!) 

Renowned racing broadcaster, Michael Felgate, brings you the latest news, views and interviews in the world of horse racing (and hopefully a few winners, too!)&nbsp;

The Verdict with Michael Felgate

Renowned racing broadcaster, Michael Felgate, brings you the latest news, views and interviews in the world of horse racing (and hopefully finds you a few winners, too!) 

Renowned racing broadcaster, Michael Felgate, brings you the latest news, views and interviews in the world of horse racing (and hopefully finds you a few winners, too!)&nbsp;

THURSDAY TIPS! Ben Asgari's best bets at Bendigo (July 30, 2026)

Michael Felgate is joined by Racing Victoria CEO Aaron Morrison following major developments surrounding wagering advertising legislation.

Morrison explains what the changes mean for racing, why the industry's advertising carve-out is so important and reveals Racing Victoria could still face a financial impact of up to $10 million a year.

Trainer Trent Edmonds also joins the show ahead of Extragalactic's return in the Carlyon Stakes at Sandown. Edmonds says his star mare is “absolutely beaming” and physically better than last preparation as she begins a campaign aimed towards the Group 1 Moir Stakes.

Plus, Trent Masenhelder brings all the latest news, including confirmation Sheza Alibi will take on Autumn Glow in the Winx Stakes, the latest international spring developments from York and his Saturday bet.

Ben Asgari rounds out the show with his best plays on a testing Heavy 10 at Warrnambool.

Michael Felgate is joined by Racing Victoria CEO Aaron Morrison following major developments surrounding wagering advertising legislation.
Morrison explains what the changes mean for racing, why the industry's advertising carve-out is so important and reveals Racing Victoria could still face a financial impact of up to $10 million a year.
Trainer Trent Edmonds also joins the show ahead of Extragalactic's return in the Carlyon Stakes at Sandown. Edmonds says his star mare is &ldquo;absolutely beaming&rdquo; and physically better than last preparation as she begins a campaign aimed towards the Group 1 Moir Stakes.
Plus, Trent Masenhelder brings all the latest news, including confirmation Sheza Alibi will take on Autumn Glow in the Winx Stakes, the latest international spring developments from York and his Saturday bet.
Ben Asgari rounds out the show with his best plays on a testing Heavy 10 at Warrnambool.

Wagering shake-up explained, Extragalactic returns and Sheza Alibi v Autumn Glow is on

Michael Felgate is on location at Caulfield Heath for a special edition of The Verdict, catching up with leading trainers Grahame Begg, Tom Dabernig, Sam Freedman and Danny O’Brien as their spring teams step out at the jumpouts.

Dabernig provides a major update on exciting sprinter Oliveanotherday, revealing there has already been interest from Everest slot-holders and saying the lightly raced galloper could potentially develop into a top-class sprinter.

Begg maps out the deliberately measured Melbourne Cup campaign for already-qualified Zakouma and identifies Profligate as an emerging filly capable of developing into a Thousand Guineas contender.

Freedman discusses Point Barrow, the return of Tom Kitten and the progress of impressive youngster American Eagle, while O’Brien reveals the Group 1 path being planned for Sass Appeal through the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.

Plus, the team assesses the other major spring horses to appear at the Caulfield Heath jumpouts and looks ahead to the 150th running of the Caulfield Cup.

Michael Felgate is on location at Caulfield Heath for a special edition of The Verdict, catching up with leading trainers Grahame Begg, Tom Dabernig, Sam Freedman and Danny O&rsquo;Brien as their spring teams step out at the jumpouts.
Dabernig provides a major update on exciting sprinter Oliveanotherday, revealing there has already been interest from Everest slot-holders and saying the lightly raced galloper could potentially develop into a top-class sprinter.
Begg maps out the deliberately measured Melbourne Cup campaign for already-qualified Zakouma and identifies Profligate as an emerging filly capable of developing into a Thousand Guineas contender.
Freedman discusses Point Barrow, the return of Tom Kitten and the progress of impressive youngster American Eagle, while O&rsquo;Brien reveals the Group 1 path being planned for Sass Appeal through the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes.
Plus, the team assesses the other major spring horses to appear at the Caulfield Heath jumpouts and looks ahead to the 150th running of the Caulfield Cup.

Zakouma’s Melbourne Cup path, Oliveanotherday’s Everest dream, and the spring horses to follow

Michael Felgate catches up with Australian Bloodstock’s Jamie Lovett after Wine Dark Sea announced himself as a serious Caulfield and Melbourne Cup contender with an impressive Geoffrey Freer Stakes victory at Newbury.

Lovett explains why the progressive stayer profiles so well for Australia, confirms he is set to travel on the first shipment and discusses his likely Cups weight, racing style and untapped potential.

There’s also the latest on Defiantly ahead of his crucial Prix Kergorlay Melbourne Cup audition, an update on Al Riffa and Australian Bloodstock’s local spring team.

Plus, Trent Masenhelder joins Michael with all the latest racing news, including the possibility of Sheza Alibi taking on Autumn Glow in the Winx Stakes, Jamie Melham reuniting with Half Yours and Lloyd Kennewell’s two emerging Coolmore Stud Stakes hopes.

Michael Felgate catches up with Australian Bloodstock&rsquo;s Jamie Lovett after Wine Dark Sea announced himself as a serious Caulfield and Melbourne Cup contender with an impressive Geoffrey Freer Stakes victory at Newbury.
Lovett explains why the progressive stayer profiles so well for Australia, confirms he is set to travel on the first shipment and discusses his likely Cups weight, racing style and untapped potential.
There&rsquo;s also the latest on Defiantly ahead of his crucial Prix Kergorlay Melbourne Cup audition, an update on Al Riffa and Australian Bloodstock&rsquo;s local spring team.
Plus, Trent Masenhelder joins Michael with all the latest racing news, including the possibility of Sheza Alibi taking on Autumn Glow in the Winx Stakes, Jamie Melham reuniting with Half Yours and Lloyd Kennewell&rsquo;s two emerging Coolmore Stud Stakes hopes.

THURSDAY TIPS! Ben Asgari's best bets at Bendigo (July 30, 2026)

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