Racing Dreams with Peter Gleeson and Tim Gilbert 

Premieres Saturday 9 February at 10am AEDT on Sky News Live and Sky News on WIN

Sky News today announced respected former newspaper editor Peter Gleeson and leading sports presenter Tim Gilbert will host Racing Dreams, a new Saturday morning program airing on Sky News Live on Foxtel and Sky News on WIN.

Premiering Saturday 9 February at 10am AEDT, Racing Dreams with Peter Gleeson and Tim Gilbert follows the exciting and emotional journey of thoroughbred horse ownership through the eyes of the people living their dream, providing an insider’s look into the world of syndicates and racing. The 12-part one-hour weekly program will document the roller coaster ride of an industry full of passion, triumph and volatility.

Following his recent departure from the Today Show, Tim Gilbert, well-known sports reporter, commentator and producer, will join Peter Gleeson each week reporting track side. After working with the Nine Network for 23 years, Tim brings his wealth of sporting knowledge and passion to the Racing Dreams team. Tim will speak to industry movers and shakers, take audiences into the country’s top stables and onto the best courses, providing unprecedented access.

Tim Gilbert said: “What a great way for me personally to launch into this next chapter of my career. There are few sports that offer the range of back stories that horse racing does, dreams can be dashed but when they come true on the track it’s magic.”

Peter Gleeson, Sky News anchor said: “I love racing and when you see the emotion of racehorse ownership, you will understand why this show is a must-watch. This is about capturing the special moments and camaraderie of the racing industry. I am excited to be a part of the new program at Sky News and working alongside Tim Gilbert. It will be a great ride for viewers.”

Paul Whittaker, Sky News Chief Executive said: “Racing Dreams is an exciting addition to our Saturday morning line-up, giving our viewers a rare insight into the unpredictable world of racing. Each week the program will follow the hopes, setbacks and triumphs of a group of thoroughbred horse owners as they experience the agony and the ecstasy of the sport of kings. It’s fantastic to have Tim Gilbert join the Racing Dreams team at Sky News, providing audiences with unique sporting insights. ”

Peter Gleeson will continue to host The Front Page Monday - Thursday at 11pm, taking a look at the next day's headlines, as well as providing commentary and insight across a range of Sky News programs. Peter is also a regular columnist for the Courier Mail and the News Corp Sunday papers nationally.

Racing Dreams airs at 10am AEDT each Saturday from 9 February in partnership with Racing NSW, Arrowfield Stud and BetEasy.

Racing Dreams with Peter Gleeson and Tim Gilbert, Saturdays at 10am AEDT
Watch on Sky News Live, Foxtel channels 103 & 600
Sky News on WIN, Channel 53 and 83