Jack Senior and Ben Davies

The Sporting Almanac Podcast

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What makes sport so special? Why do people fall in love with it, live it, breathe it? What is it about these games that move us so deeply? Behind every sport is a story, a story of where it came from, how it developed and who shaped it along the way. From the dreamers and the trailblazers to the scandals, tragedies and moments of pure joy, sport reflects everything it means to be human - our struggles, our triumphs, our need to belong. At The Sporting Almanac Podcast , we follow the global sporting calendar - not just to preview the events, but to explore the history, culture and characters th...

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Jack Senior and Ben Davies

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The Masters 08.04.2025 1:40:02

Episode 2: The Masters - A Tradition Unlike Any Other From Green Jackets to Golden Bears , from Tigers to Pimento Cheese Sandwiches , this week we take a drive down Magnolia Lane to one of the most iconic courses in the world of golf - The Augusta National , home of The Masters . As the 89th edition of this legendary event tees off, Jack and Ben dive into the setting, the players, and the stories...

The Grand National 01.04.2025 1:23:50

Episode 1: The Grand National – The Greatest Steeplechase in the World In our debut episode, we saddle up for the 177th running of the world’s most famous steeplechase – the Grand National. We take a gallop around Aintree’s legendary jumps , relive the underdog triumphs of Bob Everett and Gregalach , the heartwarming tale of Bob Champion and Aldaniti , and, of course, pay tribute to the GOAT – Red...