'How do I relax away from the job? I don't - I even dream about racing'

The Malton trainer, 61, is in the hot seat for our weekly grilling

Nigel Tinkler: trained two Cheltenham Festival winners

Nigel Tinkler: has trained two Cheltenham Festival winnersCredit: Louise Pollard

What advice would you give your ten-year-old self?
Who you marry will be one of the biggest decisions you will make.

Would you rather win the Derby or be champion trainer?
Champion trainer.

If you could play any other sport professionally, which would it be and why?
Dominoes! Or professional golfer, although the pressure would be immense.

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Published on 17 August 2019inFeatures

Last updated 13:25, 16 August 2019

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