The 2019 Magnolia Cup charity race at Goodwood Racecourse will feature a field of strong, inspirational women from the worlds of business, sport, fashion, music, and media, who will set aside their day jobs to become jockeys for the occasion. Run at the Qatar Goodwood Festival on Ladies’ Day, August 1, the Magnolia Cup is now in its ninth year and has raised more than £1.5m for a number of charities since its inception.The race is run over five-and-a-half-furlongs down Goodwood’s straight in front of a crowd of around 25,000 and the riders will need nerves of steel, especially as most of those taking part had never set foot in a racing yard before their training started. Goodwood is delighted to announce that the bespoke jockey silks will be designed exclusively for the Magnolia Cup by Greek fashion designer Mary Katrantzou. Mary’s designs feature abstract, flamboyant prints created using cutting-edge digital technology and exquisite craftsmanship. Her recent … [Read more...] about Victoria Pendleton, Vogue Williams and Rosie Tapner among Goodwood’s 2019 Magnolia Cup line-up
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Serena Williams flashes knickers in racy wardrobe malfunction
SERENA Williams suffered a nightmare wardrobe blunder in the street. By Sophie Blackman/Published 4th April 2019 The tennis champion suffered an epic wardrobe malfunction today as she strolled down a street in New York.Leaving her interview with E! News, where Serena Williams spoke about her BFF Meghan Markle and her tennis plans, she fell victim to the wind.Giving Marilyn Monroe a run for her money, Serena’s shirt dress blew up revealing her white knickers.The 37-year-old didn’t seem bothered as the material then got caught up by her side, flashing even more flesh. Related Articles Lindsay Lohan’s fans gobsmacked over star's dramatic new look: ‘Is that even you?’ Victoria Beckham, 44, flashes the flesh in revealing dress: ‘Oh wow’ Hayley Hughes flaunts smoking hot bod in crop top held up by luck alone: ‘Oh damn’ Smiling at the cameras, Serena strutted her stuff in some metallic-red high heels.The blue shirt … [Read more...] about Serena Williams flashes knickers in racy wardrobe malfunction
William and Catherine receive birthstones gift in Mid and East Antrim
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were presented with specially-commissioned jewellery featuring their birthstones to mark their visit to Mid and East Antrim Borough today. Hundreds of well-wishers welcomed Prince William and Catherine to The Braid, Ballymena, as part of their two-day tour of Northern Ireland. The couple, who were bestowed the title of Baron and Baroness of Carrickfergus after their wedding, spent the morning visiting children at council’s headquarters.Their Royal Highnesses also met the Mayor, Cllr Lindsay Millar, who presented them with the special gift.The first citizen said: “It was such a delight to meet the royal couple and Catherine even wore blue for her visit to Ballymena. We were truly honoured to have them here today and we hope that as Baron and Baroness of Carrickfergus, they will come back to the borough for another special visit soon.”Cllr Audrey Wales MBE, who is closely involved with Ballymena Chamber, said: “Council … [Read more...] about William and Catherine receive birthstones gift in Mid and East Antrim
Sir William Wright ‘honoured’ by Freedom of the Borough award
Sir William Wright CBE, founder of Ballymena-based Wrightbus, has spoken of his delight ahead of being awarded the Honorary Freedom of the Borough by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. The award will be officially conferred on Sir William during a special ceremony at The Braid on Friday, January 18. Elected Members agreed on the prestigious award in February 2018 in recognition of Sir William’s contribution to global business and the local economy, and his service to Mid and East Antrim.It followed a motion proposed by the Mayor at the time, Councillor Paul Reid, and was seconded by Councillor Audrey Wales MBE.Sir William said: “To receive the Freedom of the Borough is a great honour, particularly as it is bestowed from my birthplace, the area where my business is based, and a place I am proud to call home.“I would like to thank the council for arranging this very special event.“Over my lifetime I have had the privilege to take part in some memorable … [Read more...] about Sir William Wright ‘honoured’ by Freedom of the Borough award
Ferne McCann beats Serena Williams and Fearne Cotton to top annual fit list
Lifestyle / Entertainment by Press Association 02/01/2019, 12:03 am FacebookTwitterWhatsAppEmail Send us a story Sign up to our Daily newsletter Ferne McCann has beaten Holly Willoughby, Caroline Flack and Fearne Cotton to top a list of the fittest female celebrities. The reality star took the top spot in Heat magazine’s annual fit list, which celebrates fitness and body confidence. She pipped tennis star Serena Williams to the top position and also saw off competition from Davina McCall and Dame Kelly Holmes. McCann gave birth to her first daughter Sunday in November 2017, after teaming up with personal trainer Ellie Hopley. McCann, 28, said: “I’ve never felt better. People are almost quite shocked at how I look now but for me it’s been a gradual thing – something that I started before I got pregnant with Sunday. “I’ve always been sporty but never really into fitness. I was the person who would walk out of a spin … [Read more...] about Ferne McCann beats Serena Williams and Fearne Cotton to top annual fit list