In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Australian trainer Henry Dwyer returns for the fifth time this season ahead of his mare Asfoora’s run in the prestigious Group 1 Prix de l’Abbaye at Longchamp on Sunday. Asfoora is already a Group 1 winner, having taken the Nunthorpe Stakes at York in August, and now she has the chance to make history by becoming the first Australian horse trained in Australia to win in France. Henry has been a breath of fresh air over the past two European racing summers, and now he and his team are chasing an achievement that would be truly special. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In part two of Longchamp Legends on The Paddock and the Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis is once again joined by author and former diplomat Oli Hein. This episode focuses on the great French winners of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, many of whom feature in Oli’s book Punch a Hole in the Wind. Oli also reveals who he considers to be the greatest of them all. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Paddock and The Pavilion presents Longchamp Legends, a two-part special celebrating the greatest winners of the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe. In Part 1, host Stephen Wallis is joined by author and former diplomat Oli Hein to revisit the Arc-winning champions from Great Britain, Ireland, and Italy, all of whom feature in his book Punch a Hole in the Wind. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined once again by bestselling author Felix Francis, the master of suspense and intrigue. Felix talks about his latest racing thriller, Dark Horse, sharing the background to the book, the research that went into it, and the return of one of his most popular characters, Sid Halley. Interview date 8 September 2025 Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 13th Women’s ODI World Cup begins on the 30th of September, with hosts India facing Sri Lanka in the opening match. It’s the first global tournament for the England team under new coach Charlotte Edwards, with Nat Sciver-Brunt leading the side as captain. In this episode, Stephen Wallis is joined by Rosa Simkin of Rosa Talks Ball and Northamptonshire’s Chloe Hill. Rosa shares her reaction to England’s squad selection and her thoughts on their chances in the subcontinent, while both Rosa and Chloe give their predictions for the semifinalists and the eventual winner of the tournament.   Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the years, The Paddock and The Pavilion has welcomed actors, authors, and musicians and in this episode, Stephen Wallis is joined by Andy Brown, the official painter of the 2025 Indian Premier League. Andy has painted sporting arenas all over the world, beginning with baseball stadiums in South Korea before turning his brush towards cricket. He discusses how he discovered his love of art, his journey to working with the IPL, and his passion for the game. Andy also reflects on his summer spent painting during the England versus India Test series as well his times following the GB Baseball team. This is a fascinating conversation with a talented artist whose cricket paintings have been admired by some of the game’s biggest stars, including India’s Virat Kohli and England’s record Test wicket-taker, Sir Jimmy Anderson. andybrownstadiums.com Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined by Rosa Simkin from Rosa Talks Ball to look back at the 2025 edition of the Women’s Hundred. Together they review the performances of all eight franchises and explore how the Northern Superchargers secured this year’s title. The episode also revisits the tournament predictions.  Rosa and special guest Chloe Hill for the women’s event, and Stephen for the men’s. But who came out on top? Tune in and decide for yourself.  Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a run of cricket episodes, The Paddock and The Pavilion returns to the turf with the popular young Australian trainer Henry Dwyer. Henry joins the show to talk about his talented 7-year-old mare Asfoora, who is bidding to make history at the Curragh this weekend. Fresh from her stunning victory in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes at York, Asfoora will line up in the Group 1 Flying Five Stakes, aiming to become the first Australian-trained horse to win in Ireland. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just over a year ago, England won the inaugural Over-70s Men’s Cricket World Cup, defeating Australia in the final at Wormsley. In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined by John Evans, England’s captain on that historic day, as he looks ahead to the Silver Ashes tour in Australia and the prospect of a second World Cup in New Zealand in February and March 2026. Also on the show is Murry Harrison, who played in the 2025 final and is aiming to be part of both the Silver Ashes and the upcoming World Cup. It’s shaping up to be an exciting year for the England Over-70s side, and The Paddock and The Pavilion will be following all the action.   Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England and India have just served up one of the greatest Test series of the century, finishing level at 2–2. Joining Stephen Wallis to look back on all the drama is former England player Roland Butcher. Roland reflects on whether this summer’s contest was even better than the iconic 2005 Ashes, names his player of the series, and shares his thoughts on what the result means for England ahead of the eagerly awaited Ashes in less than three months’ time. Another episode packed with expert analysis and insight from The Paddock and The Pavilion’s cricket expert.   Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined by Tim Wigmore, sports journalist with The Telegraph and author of Test Cricket: A History. Tim discusses his new book, which charts the definitive story of Test cricket. The conversation covers India’s fascinating Test history, the future of the long format against the challenges of T20 cricket, and some of Tim’s personal Test match highlights. A must-listen for anyone who loves the drama and tradition of Test cricket. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In August 2006, York witnessed one of the most dramatic finishes in Ebor history. The 100/1 outsider Mudawin, dismissed by almost everyone, came with a late run to snatch victory in the Ebor Handicap, the world famous race first run in 1843. For jockey John Egan, it was a remarkable win, and during this episode he reveals more about Mudawin, a horse he would go on to ride 14 times, winning four of them. For trainer Jane Chapple Hyam, then new to the training ranks and still actively training today, it was a breakthrough success that helped lay the foundations for a career that would one day reach Group 1 glory. In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, John looks back on that extraordinary day and explains why, at 57, he still has the hunger to ride and compete at the very top level.   Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Young Australian trainer Henry Dwyer returns to The Paddock and The Pavilion for the third time this summer to talk about his flying mare Asfoora. After finishing unplaced at both Royal Ascot and Glorious Goodwood, Asfoora now heads to York on Friday 23 August, where she lines up in the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes over 5 furlongs. Can she make amends and claim the Group 1 glory her connections are chasing? Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion, Stephen Wallis looks ahead to the first Heroes Gallop for Autism in Racing at Chepstow Racecourse. Founder Bobby Beevers explains why he set up Autism in Racing and how the organisation supports autistic people to enjoy the sport, whether as spectators or employees. The episode also features Jane Buick, ambassador for Autism in Racing; Luke Admans, General Manager at Chepstow Racecourse; David Lovell, co founder of Dragonbet who are sponsoring the event; and Irish jockey Stephen Hunter, one of the riders in the one mile race.   If you would like to donate, click the link below: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/autisminr Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Dunlop is cycling 2,600 miles to all 60 British racecourses on Tom’s Big Bike Ride, aiming to raise £60,000 for the Injured Jockeys Fund and Diverse Abilities. Tom talks about the physical challenges, the mental challenges, and the incredible support he’s received along the way especially from his mum, Christina. Follow Tom’s journey on Instagram @tomsbigbikeride and to support Tom, click the link below to donate. www.givewheel.com/fundraising/7283/toms-big-bike-ride/ Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this third episode of our 2025 series on The Hundred, Stephen Wallis catches up with rising star Grace Scrivens, who is prepped and ready for her third season with the Trent Rockets. Grace 21, has captained England A at home and abroad in 2025 and now leads her county side Essex. She also led England to the final of the 2023 under 19s World Cup in South Africa. In this episode, she reflects on her season so far, her love for captaincy, and what The Hundred means to her both on and off the field. Tune in for a thoughtful and inspiring chat with one of the brightest young talents in the women’s game Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen is joined once again by Rosa Simkin of Rosa Talks Ball to preview the 2025 edition of The Hundred. Together, they analyse all eight teams in the women’s competition, with Rosa offering her predictions for the tournament. Stephen also shares his thoughts on the men’s competition. Featuring cameo appearances from two special guests, this episode is a must-listen for anyone following The Hundred especially the women’s game. Could the 2025 champions be revealed here? Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mick Newell, General Manager of the Trent Rockets, joins Stephen Wallis to look ahead to what could be a transitional year for The Hundred. Mick shares his measured views on the future of the competition, investor involvement from 2026, and the Rockets’ chances this season. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, part of the What Was It Like To…? series, Stephen Wallis speaks to Pauline Eyre, who spent nearly 20 years as a line judge at Wimbledon, including officiating at 12 finals. Now performing as a stand-up comedienne Pauline is heading to the Edinburgh Fringe with her show Anyone for Tennis? – a humorous take on her time in the world of elite tennis. Tune in to hear what it was really like to be courtside at Wimbledon with Andre Agassi, Jimmy Connors, Tim Henman, Martina Navratilova, Serena Williams, and Steffi Graf on court.   For more information about Pauline’s Anyone for Tennis show, please click the link below. https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on?search=true&text=Anyone%20For%20Tennis%20%E2%80%93%20Pauline%20Eyre    Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aussie trainer Henry Dwyer returns to The Paddock and The Pavilion to talk all things Asfoora, his flying 6-year-old mare who ran a gallant fifth in the King Charles III Stakes at Royal Ascot. Now, Henry has his sights set on Friday 1 August at Glorious Goodwood, hoping Asfoora can go one better than last year in the King George Qatar Stakes.   I catch up with the ever-engaging trainer to hear how preparations are going and discover that he’s also on the hunt for the perfect Panama hat to complete his Goodwood look! Stephen Wallis, host of The Paddock and The Pavilion Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices