Exclusive: Mike Tindall, James Haskell and Alex Payne discuss fatherhood and Platinum Jubilee plans

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Mike Tindall, James Haskell and Alex Payne spoke exclusively to HELLO! ahead of this weekend's launch of the live stage version of their popular rugby podcast, The Good, The Bad & The Rugby.MORE: The surprising connection between Princess Eugenie and Mike Tindall's podcastsAs well as talking about their friendship and what has made their show so popular – with an incredible three million listeners and over 20 million online viewers since it started in 2020 – the trio discussed their plans for celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and their family lives.Mike revealed how he will be spending the special occasion – and we're sure Her Majesty will approve. "I’ll be cheering on her horse at the Epsom Derby," he said.WATCH: Mike Tindall gives his very honest verdict on Kate Middleton's rugby skillsThe race takes place on 4 June, the penultimate day of the Jubilee weekend.

He continued: "The Queen is so passionate about it, but so far it’s the only race none of her horses have won. How great would it be if one did in her Platinum Jubilee year."READ: Mike Tindall makes heartfelt plea to fans for very emotional reasonSEE: Zara and Mike Tindall's country home is the perfect family retreatAlex, meanwhile, revealed that his Jubilee plans consist of "a street party with family" – his wife Cordelia and children, Martha, 12, and Harry, ten.

The trio are taking their podcast on tour. Photo: Paul Cooper James will be attending the Epsom Derby with his wife Chloe Madeley, who is pregnant with their first child, a baby girl.He also revealed that his co-hosts are sources of parenting inspiration.