Show notes
He’s the bloodstock mastermind behind over 4,000 race winners - sourcing Cheltenham Gold Cup heroes, Grand National champions, and Grade 1 stars from Native River to Envoi Allen.
But earlier this year, Tom Malone found himself in an unexpected spotlight when Paul Nicholls announced changes to his buying team. Tom reflects on that moment - the noise, the lessons, and how he chose quiet work over public defence - before turning the page to what really matters: the horses who could light up the 2025/26 Jumps season.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Emmet Kennedy goes deep with one of the most successful, straight-talking figures in bloodstock on:
🔥 The Split & The Mindset
“I was chucked under the bus” — how Tom handled the headlines and rebuilt focus.
Loyalty, reputation, and why discipline beats outrage every time.
💼 Finding the Next Superstars
How the French market and three-year-old claimers are changing the game.
Why elite Flat prices are forcing Jumps buyers to reinvent strategy.
The inside track on future stars including:Windbeneathmywings, Gameofinches, Sober Glory, Act of Innocence,Kingston Queen, No Drama This End, Fresh Perspective, Teeshan,Tutti Quanti, Regent’s Stroll, Sinnatra, Bud Fox, Sticktotheplan, and Wendigo.
🧬 The Next Wave - Debutants & Hidden GemsNorth Shore, Parchment, Manoir De Mirande, Fairy Park, Presley, Sapphos Word, and Werner - the unexposed names Tom believes could explode this winter.
Has Tom Malone unearthed another Bravemansgame, Native River or Envoi Allen?After this interview, you might just think so.
❤️ Resilience & Redemption
“Light a fire under me and see what I can do.”
The lessons from two decades at the top of racing.
👉 Who do you think could be Tom Malone’s next big star?
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