With several meetings falling the way of the weather this week, the guys discuss whether a winter break is a viable option for Racing . They also cast an early eye on the Cheltenham Festival and which novices have caught their eye so far this season.

After a shout from a YouTube viewer, is our very own Stephen Darbyshire the new John McCririck? Whilst another viewer has emailed in a plea to bring back cash on course.

The duo also discuss nine race cards and who they actually suit (if anyone), give Kudos to the grounds team at Sandown and discuss some not so great rides in recent days, before giving us their tips and selections for a weekend of racing once again threatened by the weather.

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Paul and Stephen are back for the final episode of The Racing Alternative in 2025.

In this episode, the pair discusses The Jukebox Man’s King George victory – is he a better horse on a flatter track? Could he win the Gold Cup?

They discuss the Savills Chase and whether it was a good Gold Cup trial, while it’s also time to get serious - the pair tackle the fixture list.

The pair also go head-to-head with the selections at the end of the show.

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With great racing action from Kempton, Leopardstown and elsewhere on Boxing Day, Paul and Stephen have put the mince pies down to bring you a festive racing preview on The Racing Alternative.

They also discuss Nico de Boinville's disappointing ride on Khrisma, horses being late to parade ring at Lingfield and some of the mad market moves for Fact to File to win this year's King George.

In a festive miracle, could we see good ground for the Welsh National? What will it be like at Kempton? Our duo discuss their picks for the best of the action.

After a great weekend for their tips last time out, they also go head-to-head with the selections at the end of the show.

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