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Scottish Sun
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Brighton footballers on path to winning MILLIONS after paying £40,000 to supplement their superstar horse into York race
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRIGHTON players including Premier League legend James Milner are a step closer to winning MILLIONS with their superstar horse Seagulls Eleven. Together they have stumped up £40,000 to supplement the horse into Saturday's Group 1 City Of York Stakes. 2 Brighton players are dreaming of winning millions with their superstar horse Seagulls Eleven - who has been supplemented into the City Of York Stakes on Saturday at a big cost of £40,000 Credit: Getty 2 Premier League legend James Milner is one of the past and present Brighton players involved in Seagulls Eleven Credit: Getty The mega-money race, worth £377,000 to the winner, is one of the biggest in Ebor week at the northern track with decent prize money all the way down to sixth. Seagulls Eleven, a three-year-old gelding trained by Hugo Palmer who cost around £50,000, has won two of his ten career races, bringing in just shy of £170,000. But his next few races could send his winnings into the stratosphere. Seagulls Eleven, who won more than £57,000 with his most recent victory, a Group 3 at Goodwood earlier this month, is one of 13 in the City Of York. He is likely to face Group 1 scorer Rosallion and 150-1 record winner Qirat, who returns after his unbelievable Sussex Stakes victory. Big names including John & Thady Gosden's former Lockinge winner Audience and Juddmonte's Cosmic Year are also in the line-up. But the races under a mile have been a lottery this season so anything could happen when they jump out this weekend. And while the cheque on offer at York is massive - far, far greater riches could lie in wait later this year. After his Goodwood win, Palmer said the £7.4million Golden Eagle in Australia in November was on the agenda. Interestingly, Brighton owner Tony Bloom won the race last year with Lake Forest and walked off an incredible £2.8m richer. Palmer said after Seagulls Eleven won at Goodwood that he would likely be supplemented for the City Of York. And the plan then would be, rather than race at Doncaster and Ascot later this year, to enter quarantine ahead of a trip Down Under. Speaking of how it all came about, Palmer, who trains football legend Michael Owen's horses, said: "It actually all started at Cheltenham. "There was a mare called Mrs Milner and Michael suggested to James Milner that he back it. "He did and it went from there. "They've bought a few horses and James is the ringleader. There are eleven players, who aren't all at Brighton anymore." Goalkeeper Jason Steele is another involved with Seagulls Eleven - and he can't wait to see what the future holds. He said: "It is up to Hugo and the team at Manor House Stables if he goes out to Australia, but the thought of him running there is amazing. "We have briefly spoken about it in our group chat and Hugo is going to find out more and whatever they want to do, I imagine the lads will support it. "We have a lot of ties with the Golden Eagle with our chairman Tony Bloom winning it last year with Lake Forest. "That would be a nice story to go over there and follow that up. 'To say we have owned a horse that has already run at the Curragh, and in America, and potentially Australia is unbelievable." FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
Daily Mirror
4 hours ago
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- Daily Mirror
Newsboy's horseracing tips for Tuesday's four meetings, including Brighton Nap
Newsboy fancies his nap, Irezumi, to win at Brighton and also hopes Savannah Smiles can score at Chepstow and complete his Daily Double THE admirably consistent IREZUMI (3.15, Nap) is sure to give you a good run for your money at Brighton on Tuesday. Jim Boyle's five-year-old is proven on the track, having won over the course and mile-and-a-half distance in August last year, and has not been out of the first three in his last five races. The gelded son of Hawkbill was beaten into second by One Million Dreams over 1m5f at Lingfield in June but previous to that – on the same track over a more suitable trip of just less than 1m4f – my selection made good headway before storming clear in the final furlong to win by four and a half lengths from Rupert The Prince. The runner-up franked the form by winning at Nottingham in July. Another similar display from Irezumi should make him hard to beat under Luke Cotton in the Celebrating The Life Of Jake Cheeseman Handicap. At Chepstow, Grace Harris is fancied to take the DragonBet Welsh Racing Festival Handicap for the second year running – this time with SAVANNAH SMILES (6.30, nb). The mare was well backed when scoring by one and a quarter lengths from Level Up last month at the course in July and was only beaten a neck in second over the same course and 5f distance nine days later. The daughter of Unfortunately was a little disappointing at the end of July when fifth back at Chepstow, but returned to form to finish a neck second to Fancy Dancer at Brighton earlier this month, just failing to hold on over five and a half furlongs. Back at five furlongs today, Harris could be celebrating again. BRIGHTON 2.15 LONDON IS BLUE 2.45 BEE MY HONEY 3.15 IREZUMI (NAP) 3.45 BEAUTIFUL DAWN 4.15 MONKS MEAD 4.45 POETIC FORCE CHEPSTOW 5.30 GREEN DAME 6.00 QUEEN TAMARA 6.30 SAVANNAH SMILES (NB) 7.00 YOU ARE EVERYTHING 7.30 HIGHFIELD VIKING 8.00 MOONLIGHT BOMB KEMPTON 2.30 PRINCESS HONEY BEE 3.00 ALLEGRESSE 3.30 TUESDAYS CHILD 4.00 DUBAI BEACH 4.30 DISTINCTION 5.05 SAYTARR WOLVERHAMPTON 6.10 HAYYNAH 6.40 SPORTING LIGHT 7.10 SHARON CURLY 7.40 KENTO 8.10 LEQUINTO 8.40 TEAM PLAYER
The 42
3 days ago
- Sport
- The 42
Brighton boss exceedingly confident Carlos Baleba will stay despite Man United interest
BRIGHTON HEAD COACH Fabian Hurzeler is 'very, very, very confident' Carlos Baleba will remain at the club despite being linked with a move to Manchester United. Forward trio Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko have moved to Old Trafford this summer and it seems United are out to reinforce their midfield before the transfer window closes on 1 September. Advertisement It has been reported that Baleba fits the bill for United boss Ruben Amorim, but the Cameroonian, who joined Brighton from Lille in August 2023, still has three years remaining on his contract. Hurzeler was bullish when asked whether Baleba will remain with the Seagulls this season, adding the 21-year-old is enjoying being at the club and has not been distracted by United's reported interest. 'I didn't see any change in Carlos… he only changed his hair.' 😅 @MonsterEnergy 📲 — Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) August 15, 2025 'Very, very, very confident (he will stay),' Hurzeler told a press conference ahead of Brighton's Premier League curtain-raiser at home to Fulham on Saturday. 'It's just my belief. 'I didn't see any change in him. He only changed his hair, that was the only change he made in the last two weeks! 'But overall, he seems to be in a really good place. He's enjoying it with his team-mates. He's enjoying being a Brighton player. 'He's very grateful to have the progress he made in the last season. I didn't see any big change. He is an option to start for tomorrow.'
The Irish Sun
20-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Brighton set to enter Harvey Elliott transfer race and have secret weapon in bid to land Liverpool star
BRIGHTON are set to enter the race for Harvey Elliott - and have identified the Liverpool star as their key summer target. The 2 Harvey Elliott is wanted by Brighton Credit: Getty That's put him on the radar of several clubs in England, and abroad, who are keen to secure the services of a versatile player who can operate in midfield or out wide. SunSport understands Brighton are now tracking the 22-year-old and see him as a player who can help take them to the next level. And sources say the presence of James Milner, Liverpool's former vice-captain, could help persuade Elliott to make the switch to the south coast. Brighton are believed to have funds to spend and would be willing to pay up to £40million for Elliott who is desperate for more first-team football. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL The Seagulls are also likely to lose Reports last week linked Elliott with a move to But it was claimed he turned down the option of a move to the City Ground, as he felt Forest wouldn't suit his playing style. There would be no such issue at Brighton, who are renowned for their attacking and open style of play. Most read in Football BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS 2 Liverpool fans will be torn over any potential exit of Elliott who continues to be one of Liverpool's brightest young talents. He demonstrated his versatility and creativity throughout last season's campaign, building on his breakthrough season in the 2022–23 campaign. 'Agent Onana' lures £60m+ Bryan Mbeumo to Man Utd / Everton sign Kyle Walker | Transfers Exposed Although not a regular starter in every match, Elliott was a key squad player, often coming on as a substitute. He made 45 appearances across all competitions, contributing four goals and three assists. Slot is believed to be undecided on Elliott, although sources told the Sun the Dutchman would be unlikely to stand in his way if he wanted to leave and if a deal could be agreed that suited club and player. Elliott could head for the Anfield exit door along with Jarrell Quansah, who is being The Reds are raising cash to fund a British record transfer fee for Florian Wirtz - the German is Alexander Isak is also on the radar but
The 42
12-06-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Competition for Evan Ferguson as Brighton sign €35 million teenager
BRIGHTON HAVE agreed to sign Greece U21 forward Charalampos Kostoulas from Olympiakos in a deal worth a reported £29.8 million (€35 million). The 18-year-old will sign a five-year contract on 1 July, subject to international clearance. Advertisement 'Charalampos is an outstanding young player and we're delighted he is coming to Brighton,' Seagulls boss Fabian Hurzeler said. 'He wants to play in the Premier League, and we are excited about what he can bring to the team. 'He will give us different attacking options, and we're looking forward to helping him adapt to his new environment.' Kostoulas was part of the Olympiakos side that completed a league and cup double last season, scoring seven goals with two assists in 35 appearances in all competitions. Kostoulas is the third Brighton signing since the end of the season, following the arrivals of Sunderland winger Tom Watson and South Korean teenager Yoon Do-young. – © AFP 2025
