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"Cheltenham Festival 2011 Diary: Henry Cecil hopes to land his first Derby at Cheltenham", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Alice_Plunkett&oldid=1049194277, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 10 October 2021, at 12:19. "I think I'm quite a strong person, I'm quite black and white but social media is awful at times. But this weekend she can expect two million people to hang on her every word as she makes her racing debut on ITV1. I do a lot of eBay searching, always on the lookout for things that are individual, things that are unique. View our online Press Pack. I have also been passed many amazing dresses by my friends mothers I say: dont be afraid to try it on and see. Free bets must be placed at min odds of 1.5 (1/2). From November 2015-March 2021, the main presenting line-up of Morgan, Reid, Shephard and Garraway remained the same with just the newsreaders occasionally switching positions. Lydia Hislop is one of the UKs favourite racing journalists and broadcasters, admired by readers, viewers and peers alike, she currently holds the HWPA Broadcaster of the Year title, a testament to that. [2] 60 days of racing will be shown on ITV4, while 40 days of racing will be shown on ITV. So how does Leonna, 30, from Stoke-on-Trent, feel with sometimes getting online abuse? With fans now back in full force at Goodwood this week, don't be surprised to see the old friends catch up. "I had such a burning ambition to do it," she told Racing Post. Leonna added: "Ed is a brilliant mentor, he knows what to say to make you feel relaxed. Goodman provided cover for Channel 4's coverage of the 2017 British Grand Prix, for Lee McKenzie who was presenting coverage of the World Para Athletics championship. Words Kate Houghton - Photos Kirsty Thompson. Alice Plunkett (also known by her married name, Alice Fox-Pitt) is a former eventer and National Hunt jockey and current presenter on ITV Racing in the UK . Charles, who previously featured in both Coronation Street and Emmerdale, was the face of Granada TV from the 1970s through to the 1990s. Fronting the action will be Ed Chamberlin and Francesca Cumani. Shes been presenting horse racing for the past 15 years covering an impressive and varied range of events. But even then she recalls the nerves she felt before going in front of the camera. A post shared by Francesca Cumani (@francesca_cumani). Tue 28 Feb 3:22pm. In 2008 she joined HondaRacingF1.com as guest presenter for Formula One's first online TV channel.[2]. Leonna said: "People say I'm natural now but I never used to be, I got so nervous. In 2019, Cumani signed a five-year deal with Channel 10 to present their coverage of the Melbourne Cup. [8] In April 2016 their son was born. Francesca is regularly live on ITV television discussing ITV's horse racing tips and ITV Pick 7 Predictions. After growing up in Alresford, Hampshire, Goodman worked in . [1] Francesca Cumani is the same. This British horse racing biographical article is a stub. However, Cumani categorically denied that was the case. After a well publicised battle with stomach cancer in 2009, Ed returned to TV after his recovery. [2], She is married to eventer William Fox-Pitt. She is the only female to have ridden at both Badminton Horse Trials and over the Grand National course at Aintree. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. I appreciate it even more., My Dressing Room feature with Natalie Green (Image: Archant). 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This shirt is very light, perfect for hot days. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. She then scored a permanent job with CNN - presenting Winning Post in both English and Spanish. "I loved it but wouldn't claim to have been any great shakes in the saddle.". Everything you need to know about the ITV Racing team, Get our weekly round-up of the best things to do and see with What's On in Gloucestershire. 36-year-old Francesca was born near the famous racecourse at Newmarket. First up is the fashionable Francesca Cumani, the leading lady who fronts the coverage alongside Ed Chamberliin and AP McCoy. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. This biographical article related to British equestrianism is a stub. Presenters Agenda | Speakers | Presenters Kate Bulkley - Journalist & Commentator Kate is a leading media commentator and journalist based in the UK with over 30 years experience covering media, technology, telecommunications and all the intersections among them. [2], After attending university Cumani worked in the family business of training and breeding race horses. After taking horses to Australia on a trip, she was offered an opportunity to be a guest presenter on Australia's Channel 7's horse racing broadcast. With my equine background and journalism training. More minor tracks like Warwick, Catterick and Market Rasen were also extensively featured, especially during the National Hunt season in the winter, when ITV had the rights to fewer of the big races. In this Female Horse Racing Reporters guide, we will name all the best female presenters for horse racing. ITV broadcasts big events such as the Grand National, Cheltenham Festival, Epsom Derby, Royal Ascot, Glorious Goodwood and British Champions Day, as well as regular Saturday meetings. ITV's midweek racing coverage had already been on Channel 4 since 22 March 1984; from 5 October 1985 the Saturday afternoon coverage also moved to the fourth channel, permanently becoming Channel 4 Racing, although it was reduced in scope considerably at the start of 1986, and would not become as extensive as it was in the ITV era until the late 1990s. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. For other inquiries, Contact Us. For the Navajo folk artist and ceramicist, see, "Honda sign ITV's Louise Goodman for HRTV role", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Louise_Goodman&oldid=1082067946, This page was last edited on 11 April 2022, at 05:52. Many horse racing fans in our groups are questions Who is the female horse racing commentator?. In 2007 she became the presenter of ITV's coverage of the British Touring Car Championship alongside Ted Kravitz. Copyright 2023 British Racecourses - britishracecourses.org is intended for the sole use of the individuals over 18 years of age. When choosing a dress I have to consider all sorts of things. WHEN horse racing fans tune into ITV Racing's coverage of the Glorious Goodwood, they will be welcomed by the familiar and beautiful Francesca Cumani. Emma Spencer is a former presenter of Channel 4s horse racing coverage. Here she talks about the role fashion plays in her professional, and personal life. Alice Plunkett is a presenter on ITVs Horse Racing coverage. Louise Goodman is a British reporter and presenter who worked on ITV's Formula One coverage until it ceased at the 2008 Brazilian Grand Prix.She now co-presents ITV's coverage of the British Touring Car Championship. "He was quite wayward when he was younger, and his talent needed nurturing in the right direction. Its hard work and the days can be very tough sometimes a four-hour drive to get to the meeting, then five hours working before the drive back. In June 2022, Cumani gave birth to a son, Teddy.[11]. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. When I'm presenting, I'm there to inform and entertain so I need to know what I'm talking about as there are unfortunately no hiding places in live television.". You can also get racecards and results for all UK racing, so you never . This jumpsuit is by Diane von Furstenburg and is my absolute go-to for all evening occasions. After growing up in Alresford, Hampshire,[1] Goodman worked in marketing for the Jordan team before becoming one of the two pitlane reporters for ITV's Formula One coverage, initially alongside James Allen and later Ted Kravitz. Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. The ITV Seven was also the title of an accumulator bet where vast sums of money could be won if you correctly predicted the winners of all seven races. Perhaps Leonna's time as an up-and-coming jockey toughened her up. It was claimed the deal was worth 2.8million to her, which worked out at roughly around 16,789 an hour. He is an ambassador for Cheltenham-based charity WellChild. Cheltenham Festival 2023: Can this year's Ladies' Day crowds top these fashionistas? A former Flat rider, she now stars on At The Races and does video and radio for bookies William Hill. Steeplechasing race meets tend to be more country glamour, whereas flat racing is a little more high fashion, see and be seen, and in the summer months its very easy to get dressed up and be more adventurous with your outfits. She counts Zara Tindall as a pal, and often catches up with her at racing meets. "God, I used to think he was so cool and exotic," she told Tatler last year. Ed has taken on the head presenter role with aplomb and will be broadcasting . Weather Presenter Becky Mantin Credit: ITV Weather. [1], Following school, Cumani attended the University of Bristol, from which she graduated with a degree in French and Spanish. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. This outfit is from Abi Fisher my style guru. Not that this is the end of the road, though. Gina has written on a freelance basis for the Racing Post, The Irish Field and Thoroughbred Owner Breeder magazine and while boasting a broad racing knowledge she specializes particularly on the bloodstock side of the industry. In 2018 Cumani and Archibald separated. It will be played between the American Football Conference (AFC) champions Kansas City Chiefs and the National Football Conference (NFC) champions Philadelphia Eagles. She missed the 2004 British Grand Prix due to her partner's death and was replaced for that race by Allan McNish. Over the years, the live coverage was presented by John Rickman (until 1977), Brough Scott, Ken Butler, (until 1980) Lord Oaksey (initially known on the programme as John Lawrence, and subsequently becoming John Oaksey after he succeeded to the peerage), and Derek Thompson and Jim McGrath (from 1981-1985). It works for formal dinners, charity events and everything in between. "Three days before a shift and I'd feel sick.". Paddy Power: 20 Risk Free Bet - CLAIM HERE, Betfair: Min 5 bet on the SBK, min odds 1.5 (1/2). She grew up in the prestigious Bedford House Stables, a historic Grade II listed red-brick house in Newmarket, where she met trainers, jockeys, and even The Queen. "That's complete rubbish," she told Tatler. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. "But one day Id love to be one of the main anchors. Natalie Green grew up deeply embedded in Cheshires equine scene and hoped somehow to make a career from her first love. Plunkett was on the main Channel 4 Racing team from 2001 to 2016 and then with ITV when they took over racing coverage in 2017. In January 2019, after previously operating autonomously from its sisters, the channel was re-launched as part of the Sky Sports family of channels. When racing was impossible due to the weather, greyhound racing would often be shown instead (those were the days before all-weather horse racing). [9] Following their separation, Cumani was in a relationship with fellow ITV Racing presenter, Oli Bell. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. ITV Racing presenter Ed Chamberlain has some help with his duties from glam expert Francesca Cumani. Francesca Cumani was born in January 1983 and is a British-Italian horse racing expert, presenter and commentator. 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ITV Racing is a programme produced by ITV Sport for races shown on ITV or ITV4 in the United Kingdom. Richard first became involved in racing in 1992 and has been a keen punter ever since. She returned to Granada in 1980 as a reporter and presenter on Granada Reports. View our online Press Pack. Francesca Cumani is a horse racing presenter working for ITV Racing and 10 Sport. We support responsible gambling, so in case you require information about gambling addiction or need support please use the link BeGambleAware, Top Ten Racecourses in the United Kingdom. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can I own an ex-racehorse, Vision De La Vie. Frequently recognised for her sunny "Bye Bye" sign-off, Emma is one of the longest serving weather presenters at ITV. People always ask where I got it. Its by Derhy, and I found it at Abi Fisher, in Tarporley. Astonishingly, the wage she earned - suggested by the Daily Figure - was astronomical. Francesca revealed that she had a crush on the 'cool' Italian legend and fawned on him taking a bite out of some mozzarella. They are both practical for walking on grass and comfortable to wear all day, while still being elegant. A lot of times. ITV Horse Racing Presenters, Commentators & Pundits, Super Bowl LVII (57) Live TV Coverage on Fox, ITV1 and Sky Sports NFL, BBC, ITV and the FA announced fifth round ties selected for live TV coverage, Six Nations 2023 Live TV Coverage on BBC and ITV, Enjoy The Ride Sky Sports F1 Promo 2023. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. View our online Press Pack. She left the school in 2001. [4], Cumani began working for ITV Racing in 2016. Francesca's grandparents were also involved in horses, with her nan Elena a champion amateur jockey and granddad Sergio a popular trainer. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, All eyes will be on ITV Racing presenter Francesca Cumani when she hosts this year's Grand National festival, The beauty has horse racing in her blood, with her dad Luca Cumani being a legendary trainer, Frankie Dettori, left, was taken in by Luca Cumani and lived at Bedford House Stables, Francesca Cumani admitted she had a crush on Dettori, Inspired by her father and Frankie Dettori, Cumani tried her hand at being a jockey, Cumani, at 24, poses with Soulacroix after winning the Queen Mother's Cup in 2006, Cumani has been a part of the ITV Racing team since 2016, Self-confessed nerd Cumani always appears glam when she's on hosting duties, Cumani has friends in high-places, including Zara Tindall, Expect Cumani to turn heads in a variety of outfits during the Cheltenham Festival, Stunning trainer Gemma Rielly talks about new career after being a jockey. Fashion is fun. Hislop is a regular presenter on Racing TV and hosts the popular Road To Cheltenham show with Ruby Walsh. Education [ edit] Cumani was educated at Tudor Hall School, [1] a boarding and day independent school for girls, between the village of Bloxham and the market town of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Francesca Cumani presenting for ITV Racing at Goodwood, 2021, "Seven's Francesca Cumani returning to 10 for Cup Week coverage", "Who is Francesca Cumani and the rest of the ITV Cheltenham presenters? I have been riding since I was four years old. Who are the ITV Racing presenters for Cheltenham 2019? Francesca Cumani is a horse racing presenter working for ITV Racing and 10 Sport. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. She is the only female to have ridden at both Badminton Horse Trials and over the Grand National course at Aintree. This time last year our presenters and pundits picked an abundance of future winners and will bid to repeat that feat again this season. But for me, its not a job, its something I adore doing and when you love to do something, it doesnt feel like work, does it? From January 1980 onwards, meetings from Kempton Park were shown regularly - before that time, Kempton meetings were on the BBC and were featured on Grandstand. Louise Goodman is a British reporter and presenter who worked on ITV's Formula One coverage until it ceased at the 2008 Brazilian Grand Prix. The 38-year-old presenter has horse racing in her blood - as the daughter of former trainer Luca Cumani, who had seven Classic race winners to his name, among many of his achievements. [2] She presented it in both English and Spanish. 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Danielle Nicholls has revealed that she had to take extra precaution with her attire during her three years as a presenter on CITV between 1998 and 2001 due to her large bust. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. A regular race-goer always needs a collection of hats (Image: Archant). Her late partner was John Walton, a former Minardi team manager who died of a heart attack in 2004. 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Several more well-known names are expected to join ITV's roster, including the former jockeys Mick Fitzgerald and Hayley Turner, and Oli Bell, currently a presenter on Racing UK. contact the editor here. In its previous incarnation, the show was an essential part of World of Sport.[1]. I set up British Racecourses with the desire to share my passion for racing with other like-minded people. She told SunSport: "Not sometimes. Super Bowl LVII will take place on this Sunday 12th February 2023. "I always did my homework and liked to be prepared. Abis taste and style is so in tune with my own. Its one of my absolute go-tos for flat racing. He . "I have a lasting memory of him coming through the house and going to the fridge, grabbing a ball of mozzarella and just biting a chunk out of it. Watch clips from all of ITV Racing's live races, access exclusive videos with our presenters, catch up on the latest racing news, enter our polls and test your racing knowledge with our fiendish quizzes. "I was always a bit of a nerd at school," she admitted. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Gina Bryce Harding is a British horse racing enthusiast, presenter, and writer. Sky Sports Racing (formerly At The Races) is a British pay television channel devoted to horse racing.A joint venture between Sky Group and Arena Racing Company, it broadcasts coverage of domestic, European and international horse racing events.. Personal Life, Parents and Family Details : I had just finished my masters degree in journalism when I spotted an advert on careersinracing.com, recruiting for a race-day presenter in Yorkshire. Being in such a prestigious business, the Cumani family have been accustomed to mingling with the Royals. Her late partner was John Walton, a former Minardi team manager who died of a heart attack in 2004.. I love a hat, too. For example, for me the midi skirt is a great length, its elegant, but I dont need to worry about a gust of wind suddenly causing problems. Max refund for this offer is 20. [1] She went on to ride winners on the flat, over hurdles and fences. "In the Platinum Jubilee year, Royal Ascot 2022 is going to be something special. Tuesday 7 June 4:32pm. Leonna Mayor, an ex-jockey and Sky Sports racing broadcaster's relationship information has not been disclosed as of now. [2], In her eventing career she rode at Badminton Horse Trials and also represented Great Britain at the European Three Day Event Championships under 21. Francesca Cumani is a horse racing presenter working for ITV Racing and 10 Sport . [7], In 2014 Cumani married Australian international polo player, Rob Archibald. WHEN horse racing fans tune into ITV Racing's coverage of the Glorious Goodwood, they will be welcomed by the familiar and beautiful Francesca Cumani. [6], Cumani was born in Newmarket, Suffolk, and is the daughter of trainer Luca Cumani. This led to a permanent job with CNN presenting Winning Post. She likens her need for perfectionism on the small screen to being a geek at school. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Megan Nicholls is an ambassador for York Racecourse. Quite the journey then to go from her first Opening Show appearance on ITV4 last September to part of the main line-up for one of racing's most prestigious events. In these in-between months, a scarf is a great way to keep the chill off without covering up my outfit. And oh, it can be cold! Besides, she has also worked on CNN and currently presenting at ITV. Next up is Ed Chamberlin, a former Sky Sports presenter, he joined the ITV team in 2017. Cumani worked in evening occasions since I was always a bit of a heart attack in 2004 the. Abi Fisher my style guru is she married every word as she makes her racing debut ITV1. British Grand Prix due to her partner 's death and was replaced for that by. Even then she recalls the nerves she felt before going in front of the British Touring Car Championship alongside Kravitz. 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