Words Kate Houghton - Photos Kirsty Thompson. I knew it had to be mine. ITV reports from a different course each week and they came across me a few times when I was working at the same course and eventually approached me to work for them. In August 2017, Richard Madeley joined the show as a relief presenter. People always ask where I got it. She dated ITV Racing commentator colleague Oli Bell after but the pair reportedly split earlier this year in January. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Leonna is the stunning ITV and Sky Sports racing presenter who has been labelled the worlds sexiest jockey. She told SunSport: "Not sometimes. Paddy's Rewards Club: Get a 10 free bet when you place 5x bets of 10+. Leonna Mayor, an ex-jockey and Sky Sports racing broadcaster's relationship information has not been disclosed as of now. A post shared by Francesca Cumani (@francesca_cumani). She now co-presents ITV's coverage of the British Touring Car Championship. Meetings from Goodwood and Haydock Park appeared occasionally, and a meeting from Ascot was shown as a one-off in 1977 when the BBC were covering the Grand National at Aintree. I like that I can ride my horse and walk the dog not caring about the mud and the elements. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. ITV4 broadcasts The Opening Show, the morning preview programme similar to The Morning Line on Channel 4, and many other Saturday meetings, as well as the occasional weekday and Sunday meeting, at courses all over the UK and Ireland. "I was always a bit of a nerd at school," she admitted. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Strictly star bags life-changing EastEnders role as part of new family, Baby's body found after huge search as cops quiz Constance Marten & lover, Bianca Gascoigne reveals very unusual name for her newborn daughter, I took pic of son, 18, before his first night out then the worst thing happened, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. View our online Press Pack. [2] She presented it in both English and Spanish. 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. Shes been presenting horse racing for the past 15 years covering an impressive and varied range of events. Racing commentator Francesca Cumani and her ITV co-host Oli Bell have called it quits after two years of dating. A post shared by Leonna Mayor (@leonnamayor), "ITV are not making racing a bubble, we want everyone to come racing or enjoy the coverage at home, whether they want to back a horse or not.". Lydia Hislop was crowned Broadcaster of the Year for the second time in three years on a successful day for Racing TV. I have this outfit lined up for wearing at my next racing meeting with ITV though of course were not sure when that might be, at the moment, and the weather may be very different. Alice Plunkett is a presenter on ITVs Horse Racing coverage. They have quite firm guidelines on dress. However, Cumani categorically denied that was the case. But with a record 4358 race wins under his belt there are few people more qualified to discuss the finer points of the National Hunt Festival. Daughter of former trainer Lynda Ramsden, Emma has been around the horseracing scene all her life and was formerly married to champion flat jockey Jamie Spencer. 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. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Martin Dixon's choice, Brewin'upastorm, won his first two starts of the season . With fans now back in full force at Goodwood this week, don't be surprised to see the old friends catch up. 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. Francesca has been one of the familiar faces of the Royal Ascot week for ITV, as well as fronting their usual Saturday coverage. Charles, who previously featured in both Coronation Street and Emmerdale, was the face of Granada TV from the 1970s through to the 1990s. When Dettori was earning his stripes in the racing world, he was taken under the wing of the Cumani family and stayed at their illustrious home. Francesca received her amateur jockey licence at the age of 18[2] and had four wins. Betfair: Bet 5 Get 20 - CLAIM HER E. Paddy Power: 20 Risk Free Bet - CLAIM HER E. Betfair: Min 5 bet on the SBK, min odds 1.5 (1/2).Rewards valid for 7 days. [7], In 2014 Cumani married Australian international polo player, Rob Archibald. 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.. ITV Racing at the Cheltenham Festival 2023 Tuesday 14h - Friday 17th March. People can criticise my accent or what Im saying at times but I just think oh, shut up. I have been saving this pink dress for a sunny day race meet. Next up is Ed Chamberlin, a former Sky Sports presenter, he joined the ITV team in 2017. Pink is one of my favourite colours for spring and summer, so I hope I can wear it soon. I am now officially a junior race day presenter for ITV, a job I started in January. A lot of times. She has been dubbed "the world's sexiest jockey." Alice Plunkett is a host on ATR and moved across to Racing UK at its inception. We can work for four hours or more at temperatures below zero, plus windchill. In its previous incarnation, the show was an essential part of World of Sport.[1]. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Home ITV Sport ITV Horse Racing Presenters, Commentators & Pundits Adele Mulrennan Alice Plunkett AP McCoy Brian Gleeson Brough Scott Charlotte Hawkins Chris Hughes Ed Chamberlin Francesca Cumani Lucy Verasamy Luke Harvey Mark Johnson Matt Chapman Mick Fitzgerald Oli Bell Richard Hoiles Rishi Persad Ruby Walsh Victoria Pendleton "God, I used to think he was so cool and exotic," she told Tatler last year. View our online Press Pack. She can be found here: @KateComments and https://www.linkedin.com/in/katebulkley/. 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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. It was claimed the deal was worth 2.8million to her, which worked out at roughly around 16,789 an hour. AS one of five children, Leonna Mayor is used to fighting to get her voice heard. She hails from racing royalty with her father Luca a former trainer and breeder from Italy who won the Epsom Derby, King George and St Leger. Alongside Francesca and Ed is AP McCoy, the champion jockey has already hit the headlines during the 2019 Cheltenham Festival for his. It started on 4 October 1969 when the programme began to show horse racing from two courses each week rather than one, under the title "They're Off". Payment restrictions apply. Actor turned ITV presenter Charles Foster has died. 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. Max refund for this offer is 20. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Bell is rumoured to have struck up a romance with Britain's most successful female . I do a lot of eBay searching, always on the lookout for things that are individual, things that are unique. Tue 28 Feb 3:22pm. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. A regular race-goer always needs a collection of hats (Image: Archant) It was quite a rigorous interview process, but eventually I got the job, and its just gone on from there. Francesca revealed that she had a crush on the 'cool' Italian legend and fawned on him taking a bite out of some mozzarella. Free bets must be placed at min odds of 1.5 (1/2). After growing up in Alresford, Hampshire, Goodman worked in . Cheltenham Festival 2023: Can this year's Ladies' Day crowds top these fashionistas? Astonishingly, the wage she earned - suggested by the Daily Figure - was astronomical. I worked in Yorkshire for a while, but never really settled, so I went freelance and worked at different courses around the country. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. 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 is the same. I do add a little splash of colour, with my purple bag from Thomas Pink and my gorgeous shoes from Vivienne Westwood. With my equine background and journalism training. Francesca is no stranger to the world of racing, her dad Luca was a top trainer and racehorse breeder and her grandmother Elena was a champion amateur jockey in her day. who had announced his retirement after 43 years as a trainer. Francesca Cumani was recently voted by the British Racecourses community as the Best Female Horse Racing Reporter in 2023. [1] Riding career [ edit] Few things in racing are certainties - but this looks like being one. But it was Frankie Dettori who caused the biggest stir, when he stayed with the Cumani family. So how does Leonna, 30, from Stoke-on-Trent, feel with sometimes getting online abuse? [6], Cumani was born in Newmarket, Suffolk, and is the daughter of trainer Luca Cumani. Natalie Green grew up deeply embedded in Cheshires equine scene and hoped somehow to make a career from her first love. Richard Hoiles is a racecourse commentator on ITV and Racing TV. "In the Platinum Jubilee year, Royal Ascot 2022 is going to be something special. View our online Press Pack. The risk with going to the races so often is that there will be someone there in the same outfit as you. 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. 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This shirt is very light, perfect for hot days. Chamberlin told Sun. In January 2016, it was announced that ITV had regained horse racing rights from Channel 4 to take effect from 1 January 2017. Francesca. The feature was sometimes known (especially in later years) as the ITV Six, the ITV Five or even the ITV Four, if fewer races were being shown. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). HP10 9TY. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. T&Cs apply. The weekly live coverage came from racecourses such as Sandown Park, York, Newmarket, Doncaster, Newcastle and Redcar. In the early 1970s it changed to The ITV Seven, reflecting the number of races it showed each week. The beauty is said to be worth around 2m though. It will be the 24th Six Nations Championship the annual rugby union competition contested by the national teams of England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland All Images and videos are the property of their respective owners. Francesca Cumani was recently voted by the British Racecourses community as the Best Female Horse Racing Reporter in 2023. 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. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please Within 10 minutes, Queen Elizabeth II was at the nearby Fittocks Stud - wishing the Italian all the best with her entourage in tow. Besides, she has also worked on CNN and currently presenting at ITV. She was part of ITV's F1 team across the 12 years of the company's coverage. First up is the fashionable Francesca Cumani, the leading lady who fronts the coverage alongside Ed Chamberliin and AP McCoy. In recent years she had been one of the lead presenters for National Hunt Racing coverage. Inside ITV horseracing race-day presenter Natalie Green's wardrobe Cheshire Life People Share Natalie Green (Image: Archant) Natalie Green is ITV's newest recruit to its horse racing team. Its all about presenting your horse and presenting yourself. Biography. 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. They are a requirement at some meets, of course, but on a really sunny day they are vital a really helpful sunscreen and eye-protector. Megan Nicholls is an apprentice jockey and daughter of Champion National Hunt trainer Paul Nicholls. [2], She is married to eventer William Fox-Pitt. 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.". Leonna packed it all in in 2012 at the same time she had a gig on William Hill's in-house TV service. 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. 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. In 2018 Cumani and Archibald separated. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Hes amazing and just loves it. Her late partner was John Walton, a former Minardi team manager who died of a heart attack in 2004.. This is my showjumping outfit. The 38-year-old was born in Newmarket, Suffolk - home to one of the best racecourses in the UK. The 2023 Six Nations Championship will take place from 4th February 18th March 2023. Oli Bell nominated Two For Gold (his pick again this season), who won his first three starts, including at odds of 3-1 and 11-4. I have been riding since I was four years old. I think its fair to say that my other great love (apart from my husband) is fashion. Constant dieting, the dangers of race-riding and mile after mile up and down the country for not much money can add a few premature grey hairs. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Francesca Cumani is a horse racing presenter working for ITV Racing and 10 Sport . [2], She gave up competitive riding in 2000,[1] but has since ridden in charity races at the Cheltenham Festival.[3]. The last ITV Seven came from Kempton Park and Thirsk on 7 September 1985, three weeks before the last World of Sport, which only covered one meeting, at Redcar. Ross Millar View Latest Posts Ross won Racing TV's Tipstar competition in 2020 and now writes our weekly Juvenile Watch columns during the Flat season, which focuses purely on the two-year-olds. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. This led to a permanent job with CNN presenting Winning Post. Who is Francesca Cumani, how long has she been an ITV Racing presenter and is she married? Her late partner was John Walton, a former Minardi team manager who died of a heart attack in 2004. What Is A Stewards Enquiry In Horse Racing? Comfy jeans and a soft cashmere jumper are perfect for days when I am not working dressed like this I can just throw on a pretty jacket and go out without thinking about it, but its easy for lounging about the house too not that I do a great deal of that. Alex Hammond is a Female Horse Racing Reporter on Sky or AtTheRaces. [4], Cumani began working for ITV Racing in 2016. [1], Following school, Cumani attended the University of Bristol, from which she graduated with a degree in French and Spanish. ITV Racing is a programme produced by ITV Sport for races shown on ITV or ITV4 in the United Kingdom. "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. That audience is dwarfed completely by those who will tune into ITV's coverage of the Cazoo Derby Festival this weekend. Her amazing knowledge of racing is fantastic as is her beauty. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. 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For the 2018 F1 season, Goodman stood in for McKenzie as reporter for certain races. 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. As for her tips, Alex Hammond did not make the list of best horse racing tipsters. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. What is the Best Post Position in Horse Racing. 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? 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. Copyright 2023 British Racecourses - britishracecourses.org is intended for the sole use of the individuals over 18 years of age. "I think I'm quite a strong person, I'm quite black and white but social media is awful at times. The 38-year-old presenter has horse. But this is the social media age and anyone who thinks differently can let them know. 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. Ed has taken on the head presenter role with aplomb and will be broadcasting . T&Cs apply. "That's complete rubbish," she told Tatler. 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). 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Francesca Cumani is a British-Italian horse racing expert, presenter, and commentator based jointly in the United Kingdom and Australia. Hislop is a regular presenter on Racing TV and hosts the popular Road To Cheltenham show with Ruby Walsh. They have battled the elements at the 2019 Cheltenham Festival and kept their cool on live TV surrounded by thousands of racegoers but who are the ITV Cheltenham Racing team? Paddy Power: 20 Risk Free Bet - CLAIM HERE, Betfair: Min 5 bet on the SBK, min odds 1.5 (1/2). [1], Plunkett started riding at hunts, which led to riding in point to points. A regular race-goer always needs a collection of hats, My Dressing Room feature with Natalie Green, By ", A post shared by Francesca Cumani (@francesca_cumani). She is the only female to have ridden at both Badminton Horse Trials and over the Grand National course at Aintree. ITV's coverage of England Women will also feature familiar figures from ITV's football broadcasts with regular studio guests set to include Ian Wright and Eni Aluko, as well as commentary from. Equally, when I slip (or squeeze) into that dress and pop on some heels its a transformation and it feels great. Race commentators were Tony Cooke and Bob Haynes (in the first couple of years), John Penney and Raleigh Gilbert (the main commentators from 1972 to 1980) and Graham Goode (the main commentator from 1981). She returned to Granada in 1980 as a reporter and presenter on Granada Reports. This British horse racing biographical article is a stub. I thought I wasn't set up for TV. Place your FIRST bet on any sportsbook market and if it loses we will refund your stake in CASH. Other than occasional pre-race segments by Beverley Turner, she was the only woman in the team. Richard first became involved in racing in 1992 and has been a keen punter ever since. OLI BELL is familiar to horse racing fans as the fresh-faced presenter of The Opening Show, and will be again be covering the Cheltenham Festival for ITV. Megan is a horse racing pundit for both @itvracing & @racingtv. When choosing a dress I have to consider all sorts of things. Leonna said: "People say I'm natural now but I never used to be, I got so nervous. In 2007 she became the presenter of ITV's coverage of the British Touring Car Championship alongside Ted Kravitz. "But one day Id love to be one of the main anchors. 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. 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? The BBC, ITV and The FA have announced the six FA Cup fifth round ties that will be shown live on TV. Nowdays, time constraints mean that I dont ride as much as I would like and I cant compete at weekends of course, with my job. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Abis taste and style is so in tune with my own. Not that this is the end of the road, though. There is also 500,000 in Thunderball, Firm that rejected Dragons' Den 160,000 investment has 10 million reasons to be thankful, It's all gone from strength to strength for a Gloucestershire company since turning down the offer in 2011, Graham Wildin says he sold his mancave to a mystery Mexican gentleman for 1 as he loses yet another court case, The accountant made the bombshell claim as three High Court judges said it was right to jail him for defying court orders, Police confirm body is found in Brighton missing baby search, Police say remains have been found in the search for a missing baby. She is part of the Channel 4 racing team and a regular face on Skys dedicated racing channel At The Races (ATR). The necklace is vintage, another eBay find and of course faux fur cuffs are perfect for winter outings. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. Here she talks about the role fashion plays in her professional, and personal life. She missed the 2004 British Grand Prix due to her partner's death and was replaced for that race by Allan McNish. 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. For a few years ITV did continue to show The Derby, simulcasting Channel 4's coverage, but stopped doing so after the 1988 event. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Francesca Cumani sports an amazing dress on Grand National day at Aintree that appears to be inspired by artist Piet Mondrian, Cumani has partnered former Sky Sports presenter Ed Chamberlain at Royal Ascot, Cumani formerly worked as a horse racing presenter in Australia. This outfit is from Abi Fisher my style guru. [10] In December 2021, she announced that she is expecting her second child with partner Max Johnson. Francesca Cumani was born in January 1983 and is a British-Italian horse racing expert, presenter and commentator. To this, if were at a jumps meet, I may add a purple trilby, or at a flat racing meet a fascinator or hat. T&Cs apply. Being in such a prestigious business, the Cumani family have been accustomed to mingling with the Royals. I like to wear colours in the day, but at night black feels more dressy. She is the only female to have ridden at both Badminton Horse Trials and over the Grand National course at Aintree. ITV Racing's official app gets you closer to the action on race days. "Three days before a shift and I'd feel sick.". ITV Racing will cover the Cheltenham Festival daily from 1-4.30pm, broadcasting five live races a day. Fronting the action will be Ed Chamberlin and Francesca Cumani. I own an ex-racehorse, Vision De La Vie. When I am not in my riding gear, taking Vision De La Vie out, I like to be smart casual. He is an ambassador for Cheltenham-based charity WellChild. Cumani's role is a varied one at ITV Racing. With her father in the business and Dettori as an example, Cumani made her own plans to be a jockey. A true Norfolk girl, Becky started her presenting career at ITV Anglia in 2000 where she combined her onscreen work with radio and magazine . News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 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