Inside the Rails

Phil Boyle

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.

  1. 1 Jun

    Hands On Training with Laura Horsfall

    Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for another monthly episode of Inside the Rails, catching up on Simon’s visits to France to see Victoire Magique. They review the debut of BG Racing’s, Twist Of Fatecatch, and share Solario Racing updates on Sirian, Emerald Downs and Victoire Magique, including a strong second at Lyon Parilly. The hosts discuss the Guineas results and preview the Derby, Oaks and Royal Ascot.  They move on to chat about the RSA/ROA shared ownership days and concerns around affordability checks. Trainer Laura Horsfall joins the discussion and runs through her career to date, her current role and facilities and the experience she offers to owners.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:51 Guest Preview 03:04 Twist Of Fatecatch Debut 04:38 Solario Horses May Update 08:37 Flat Season and Classics Chat 11:50 Shared Ownership Days 13:33 Affordability Checks Debate 16:20 Meet Trainer Laura Horsfall 17:11 Laura's Journey Into Racing 20:53 Glebe Barn Setup 25:14 Targets and Big Day at Ascot 26:46 Three Changes for Racing 29:50 Wrap Up   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.laurahorsfallracing.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 Laura Horsfall on Twitter/X - @LHorsfallRacing Follow Laura Horsfall on Instagram - laurahorsfallracing Follow Laura Horsfall on Facebook -LHorsfallRacing The Racing Yard Diaries Podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other platforms

    31 min

  2. 1 May

    Growing Racing's Audience with Guy Pridie

    Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for a new episode of Inside the Rails, shifting focus from recent jockey guests to the commercial side of racing with an interview with Guy Pridie, Executive Director at Fontwell Park. The hosts share updates from their syndicates and look back at the Grand National and the end of the jumps season. After a look ahead to the Flat, Guy Pridie joins the conversation and explains Fontwell Park’s operations and how he ended up in his role.  Guy identifies the key fixtures at Fontwell and discusses initiatives to attract younger racegoers and improve public understanding of horse welfare.   00:00 Welcome 01:34 BG Racing Update 03:13 Solario Racing Update 08:30 Grand National and Jumps Wrap 12:43 Guineas Picks and Horses to Follow 14:59 Guest Interview with Guy Pridie, Executive Director, Fontwell Park 29:54 Three Changes for British Racing 32:32 Final Thoughts and Sign Off   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.fontwellpark.co.uk   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 Fontwell Park on Twitter/X - @fontwellpark

    34 min

  3. 1 Apr

    On The Road with Marco Ghiani

    Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle return for another episode of Inside the Rails, with a review of the Cheltenham Festival, and an interview with jockey Marco Ghiani. Phil shares some sad news from BG Racing and Simon updates on the Solario Racing horses. The hosts discuss Cheltenham’s atmosphere, betting results and the key races and winners. They also discuss the festival starts, and Willie Mullins’ Fact To File withdrawal. They are joined by Marco Ghiani from his car on the way to ride at Kempton!  Marco discusses his route from Sardinia to the British Racing School, his routine and targets and views on syndicates.   00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:54 This Month’s Guest Preview 01:36 Syndicate Update - Heartbreak for BG Racing 04:47 Solario Racing Horses Update 05:54 Cheltenham Festival Atmosphere 07:44 Punting Results Recap 09:13 Festival Highlights 16:19 Mullins Going Controversy 17:55 False Starts Debate 20:51 Ryan Moore Riding Constitution Hill 22:13 Aintree Hopes and Picks 22:54 A Horse Walked Into A Hotel 25:26 Marco Ghiani Interview 34:20 Wrap Up and Thanks   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    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

    36 min

  4. 1 Mar

    Cheltenham Preview and Chat With Tom Marquand

    Simon Double and co-host Phil Boyle are back with another episode of Inside The Rails, this one featuring their Cheltenham Festival preview and an interview with top jockey Tom Marquand. The hosts discuss their own syndicate horses and look back at Constitution Hill’s nine-length Flat win at Southwell and the other racing highlights from the past month, including the Dublin Racing Festival. Phil previews the grade races from all four days of the Cheltenham Festival, and Simon adds his own selections, before the hosts are joined by this month's guest, jockey, Tom Marquand. Tom discusses his route into racing, and his experience riding for William Haggas.  He talks about riding horses on the gallops and provides some of his favourite racecourses and racehorses before adding his three changes for the good of British racing.   00:00 Welcome and Catch Up 01:37 BG Racing Update 03:13 Solario Racing News 06:46 Constitution Hill's Flat Debut 11:02 Dublin Festival Highlights 14:59 Cheltenham Preview 20:14 Best Bets Recap 21:40 Guest Interview With Tom Marquand 22:54 How Tom Started In Racing 25:14 Riding For William Haggas 26:13 Do Morning Gallops Matter 29:56 Favourite Course and Horses 36:06 Three Changes For The Good Of Racing   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    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 Tom Marquand on Twitter/X - @TomMarquand

    41 min

  5. 1 Feb

    Racing Around The World with Hollie Doyle

    In this episode of Inside the Rails, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle welcome top jockey, Hollie Doyle, as a special guest. They delve into various topics, including Hollie's impressive career and her experiences riding both in the UK and internationally.  Hollie chats about her career milestones, her favourite courses and horses and provides her “things to change to improve British racing”. The hosts also discuss their respective syndicates, review the recent action and share insights and predictions for the upcoming Cheltenham Festival. 00:00 Introduction and Co-Host Welcome 00:41 Special Guest Announcement: Hollie Doyle 01:38 BG Racing Updates 04:01 Solario Racing Updates 08:14 Cheltenham Trials Day Review 15:04 Cheltenham Festival Predictions 18:36 Jockeys and Their Career Moves 20:38 Welcoming Special Guest: Hollie Doyle 21:07 A Rare Day Off: Jockey's Routine 21:41 Fitness and Hobbies: Balancing Life and Racing 22:37 Racing Background: The Hollie Doyle Story 23:30 Apprenticeship Journey: From David Evans to Richard Hannon 25:16 Riding for Archie Watson: Loyalty and Success 27:34 International Racing: Experiences in Japan and Hong Kong 30:24 Favourite Horses and Career Highlights 32:10 The Importance of Syndicates in Racing 33:41 Improving British Racing: Hollie Doyle's Suggestions 35:23 Conclusion and Farewell   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    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 Hollie Doyle on Twitter/X - @HollieDoyle1

    37 min

  6. 1 Jan

    Happy New Year with Simon and Phil

    In January's episode of the 'Inside the Rails' podcast, hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle reflect on their Christmas experiences and review Christmas racing. They discuss their own syndicates, including the recent debut of BG Racing's 'Don't Call Me Sue'. The duo look back at all the big December races, Kempton's King George meeting and the Welsh Grand National as well as the Christmas action from Ireland. Looking ahead, Simon and Phil outline their hopes and expectations for 2026, offering insights into potential improvements and desirable changes in British racing. 00:00 Introduction 05:01 BG Racing Update: Don't Call Me Sue's Debut 08:06 Solario Racing and Future Plans 09:11 Christmas Racing Review 15:06 Irish Racing Highlights 16:55 Hopes and Expectations for 2026 23:47 Closing Remarks and New Year Wishes   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk    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

    25 min

  7. 30/11/2025

    Racecourse and Syndicate Management with Tommy Williams

    In this month's Inside The Rails podcast, hosts Simon and Phil discuss their syndicates and the impact of the recent budget on racing before looking back at the best of November's jumps actions and the end of the flat racing season. The duo are joined by Tommy Williams, the general manager at Warwick Racecourse, who shares his insights on the challenges faced by race courses and his role with Premier Thoroughbred Racing Syndicates. 00:00 Introduction 03:30 BG Racing & Solario Racing Updates 08:44 Budget Impacts 11:32 Jump Season Highlights 15:07 Flat Season Wrap-Up 16:33 The Future of the Racing League 18:21 Introducing Special Guest Tommy Williams 18:47 Tommy's Journey into Racing 20:20 Challenges in Racecourse Management 23:51 Syndicate Management and Premier Thoroughbred Racing 28:16 Improving British Racing 32:02 Closing Remarks and Thank You   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/warwick www.premierthoroughbredracing.co.uk   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 Warwick Racecourse on Twitter/X - @WarwickRaces Follow Premier Thoroughbred Racing on Twitter/X - @PTRacingLtd

    34 min

  8. 01/11/2025

    Five Year Anniversary with Gerald Mosse

    In the 60th episode of 'Inside the Rails,' hosts Simon Double and Phil Boyle celebrate their five-year podcast anniversary. They discuss their respective syndicate horses, including the upcoming debut for BG Racing's 'Don't Call Me Sue' and a Group 3 run for Solario Racing's Victoire Magique. The hosts also catch up on notable industry updates, including the #Axetheracingtax campaign, and they look back at recent highlights on the track. The episode's guest is legendary jockey and current trainer Gerald Mosse, who shares insights about his illustrious career, transitioning to training, and ideas for improving French and British horse racing.   00:00 Welcome and Milestone Celebration 01:54 BG Racing Updates 02:59 Solario Racing's Group Three Runner 05:58 Yearling Sales and Industry Insights 09:23 Champions Day Highlights 13:49 Full Gallop Season 2 15:34 Special Guest: Gerald Mosse Interview 31:52 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements   Useful links mentioned in this episode: www.solarioracing.com  www.bgracingsyndicates.co.uk  www.mosseracing.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 Mosse Racing on Twitter/X - @mosseracing

    34 min
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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.

Information

  • Creator
    Phil Boyle
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Phil Boyle
  • Show Website
    Inside the Rails

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