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Scottish Sun
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
My bet of the weekend is 11-1 and looks absolutely chucked in… as Aidan O'Brien copies Willie Mullins with an army of runners
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SAFETY in numbers so they say. It's worked for Willie Mullins, and now Aidan O'Brien opts for the same mantra in Sunday's first French Classics. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Aidan O'Brien will release his squad of superstars at France this weekend - copying the method used by Willie Mullins of flooding races Credit: PA In the Group 1 Poule d'Essai des Poulains (French 2,000 Guineas) the master of Ballydoyle unleashes Henri Matisse, Camille Pissarro, and Serengeti, likely to be in as a pacemaker. Then in the Group 1 Poule de'Essai des Pouliches O'Brien relies on Exactly, Bedtime Story, Merrily, and Heavens Gate. Wham Bam! The Poulains looks a cracker, and features the impressive Greenham winner Jonquil, Jessica Harrington's talented Hotazhell and Godolphin's Aomori City, smashed up by Field of Gold in the Craven. Henri Matisse and Camille Pissarro could both win. The former was sensational when landing the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf at Del Mar in November, a race in which Aomori City was a running-on third. Camille Pissarro has been a short price in nearly every start, but the one he went off at lengthy odds was when he took the Group 1 Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere at this track. Field Of Gold was fourth that day, while another challenger tomorrow Misunderstood was third. Camille Pissarro had a prep for this at the Curragh on March 29 running on into second under a penalty. It was an eye-catching effort and suggested stamina no issue. Detain and Luther also clash after finishing first and second at Chelmsford. Both have masses to find on paper, although I suspect of the pair Luther will come out on top. A fascinating renewal. It won't surprise me at all if Aomori City runs huge. As for the Pouliches, all eyes are on Zarigana for the excellent Francis-Henri Graffard. The daughter of Siyouni, out of a Frankel mare, is closely related to superstar Zarkava but suffered a shock defeat in the Prix Marcel Boussac over Arc weekend. She was sent off 1-2 that day and looked a tricky ride. This season she returned by denying Shes Perfect, who goes again for Charlie Fellowes and Kieran Shoemark, in the Group 3 Prix de la Grotte. That's a traditional trial for the Pouliches, and it may be that Zarigana is just too classy. But she will have to swoop late. Bedtime Story once looked like an absolute machine for O'Brien, landing the Chesham at Royal Ascot by nearly ten lengths. At the time she looked a monster. But later she got stuffed in both the Moyglare and Marcel Boussac. It's possible she's best fresh. Exactly is exposed and was beaten in a Group 3 at Leopardstown in March. She would have to do much better to win here but might improve a lot for the effort. Graffard also relies on the unbeaten Mandanaba, by sire of the moment Ghaiyyath. If it turns into a true stamina test few will gallop stronger than her. On the home front on Saturday it's about the Lingfield Derby and Oaks Trials and, if you like a big betting race, the Victoria Cup at Ascot. Just three runners in the Oaks trial and it will be a major shock if Giselle (1.15 Lingfield) doesn't hack up for O'Brien. There is a little concern with a first time hood, but Giselle is already the best on paper and she's bred to get better with age and distance. The daughter of Frankel was last seen in a Group 3 at the Curragh when not getting a clear run and finishing fourth (promoted to third) behind stable companion Whirl. She had a blip in her training regime before that effort and is probably better than we saw. As for the colts equivalent, Stay True may have much more to come but I like the experience of O'Brien stable companion Puppet Master (3.00 Lingfield) who looks to be crying out for this trip. He stayed on well last time when fourth behind Delacroix at Leopardstown in the Ballysax and the run strongly suggested he had more to give. Having had a few goes he should cope with this track no problem. Over at Ascot I'll take a chance Metal Merchant (2.40) doesn't find the ground too fast in the Victoria Cup. But I'll turn to Haydock and the Swinton Handicap Hurdle for my best bet of the day. Lanesborough (1.35 Haydock) lacks experience but could be chucked in off 116. He's a real improver who was second off 103 before hacking up off 108 at Warwick over a slightly longer trip. I can see him loving coming off a strong gallop for Ben Pauling and Ben Jones. After six races he could have loads more to give. Plenty in the Swinton to choose from for an insurance bet. Good luck and Yeeehaaa! 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.
The Irish Sun
09-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
My bet of the weekend is 11-1 and looks absolutely chucked in… as Aidan O'Brien copies Willie Mullins with an army of runners
SAFETY in numbers so they say. It's worked for Willie Mullins, and now Aidan O'Brien opts for the same mantra in Sunday's first French Classics. 1 Aidan O'Brien will release his squad of superstars at France this weekend - copying the method used by Willie Mullins of flooding races Credit: PA In the Group 1 Poule d'Essai des Poulains (French 2,000 Guineas) the master of Ballydoyle unleashes Henri Matisse, Camille Pissarro, and Serengeti, likely to be in as a pacemaker. Then in the Group 1 Poule de'Essai des Pouliches O'Brien relies on Exactly, Bedtime Story, Merrily, and Heavens Gate. Wham Bam! The Poulains looks a cracker, and features the impressive Greenham winner Jonquil, Jessica Harrington's talented Hotazhell and Godolphin's Aomori City, smashed up by Field of Gold in the Craven. Henri Matisse and Camille Pissarro could both win. The former was sensational when landing the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf at Del Mar in November, a race in which Aomori City was a running-on third. Camille Pissarro has been a short price in nearly every start, but the one he went off at lengthy odds was when he took the Group 1 Prix Jean-Luc Lagardere at this track. Field Of Gold was fourth that day, while another challenger tomorrow Misunderstood was third. Camille Pissarro had a prep for this at the Curragh on March 29 running on into second under a penalty. Most read in Horse Racing It was an eye-catching effort and suggested stamina no issue. Detain and Luther also clash after finishing first and second at Chelmsford. Both have masses to find on paper, although I suspect of the pair Luther will come out on top. A fascinating renewal. It won't surprise me at all if Aomori City runs huge. As for the Pouliches, all eyes are on Zarigana for the excellent Francis-Henri Graffard. The daughter of Siyouni, out of a Frankel mare, is closely related to superstar Zarkava but suffered a shock defeat in the Prix Marcel Boussac over Arc weekend. She was sent off 1-2 that day and looked a tricky ride. This season she returned by denying Shes Perfect, who goes again for Charlie Fellowes and Kieran Shoemark, in the Group 3 Prix de la Grotte. That's a traditional trial for the Pouliches, and it may be that Zarigana is just too classy. But she will have to swoop late. Bedtime Story once looked like an absolute machine for O'Brien, landing the Chesham at Royal Ascot by nearly ten lengths. At the time she looked a monster. But later she got stuffed in both the Moyglare and Marcel Boussac. It's possible she's best fresh. Exactly is exposed and was beaten in a Group 3 at Leopardstown in March. She would have to do much better to win here but might improve a lot for the effort. Graffard also relies on the unbeaten Mandanaba, by sire of the moment Ghaiyyath. If it turns into a true stamina test few will gallop stronger than her. On the home front on Saturday it's about the Lingfield Derby and Oaks Trials and, if you like a big betting race, the Victoria Cup at Ascot. Just three runners in the Oaks trial and it will be a major shock if Giselle (1.15 Lingfield) doesn't hack up for O'Brien. There is a little concern with a first time hood, but Giselle is already the best on paper and she's bred to get better with age and distance. The daughter of Frankel was last seen in a Group 3 at the Curragh when not getting a clear run and finishing fourth (promoted to third) behind stable companion Whirl. She had a blip in her training regime before that effort and is probably better than we saw. As for the colts equivalent, Stay True may have much more to come but I like the experience of O'Brien stable companion Puppet Master (3.00 Lingfield) who looks to be crying out for this trip. He stayed on well last time when fourth behind Delacroix at Leopardstown in the Ballysax and the run strongly suggested he had more to give. Having had a few goes he should cope with this track no problem. Over at Ascot I'll take a chance Metal Merchant (2.40) doesn't find the ground too fast in the Victoria Cup. But I'll turn to Haydock and the Swinton Handicap Hurdle for my best bet of the day. Lanesborough (1.35 Haydock) lacks experience but could be chucked in off 116. He's a real improver who was second off 103 before hacking up off 108 at Warwick over a slightly longer trip. I can see him loving coming off a strong gallop for Ben Pauling and Ben Jones. After six races he could have loads more to give. Plenty in the Swinton to choose from for an insurance bet. Good luck and Yeeehaaa! 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: Read more on the Irish Sun 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.
BBC News
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Rachel Zegler to read a CBeebies Bedtime Story
You've probably seen Rachel Zegler's face a lot recently, with lots of adverts for the new Snow White film appearing all over the country. Well the actress is now set to make a splash in a different way - reading a CBeebies Bedtime Story. The book she'll be focusing on is 'Never Mess with a Pirate Princess' by Holly Ryan, which has an empowering message. Rachel will be in good company, with famous faces from Billie Eilish and Harry Styles to the Duchess of Wales, reading bedtime stories over the years. You'll be able to see it on Friday 28 March, when she tells the story of Princess Prue whose teddy bear is stolen by pirates. But as the book's title suggests, they quickly learn not to mess with the feisty the episode Rachel talks about how "we can all be powerful princesses". She added: "You don't need a king or a queen as parents, or a beautiful white horse, or even a fancy castle to live in. To be a powerful princess you just need to be wonderful, brilliant you!" In other exciting news, there is also a very special Bedtime Story coming up on Mother's Day, on Sunday 30 will be read by Charithra Chandran, who plays mum Amma in CBeebies' animation Nikhil & story is called 'You're Strong with Me' by Chitra Soundar and is about a mother giraffe and her young calf who explore the African savannah. The world is overwhelming for the baby giraffe, but Mama Giraffe is always there to remind her that 'You're strong - with me'.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Madonna to rerelease ‘Bedtime Stories' 30 years after multiplatinum album hit the charts
NEW YORK — Madonna is getting ready to rerelease her sixth studio album, 'Bedtime Stories,' three decades after the multiplatinum project first hit the charts. 'Bedtime Stories Re-release and Vinyl coming soon,' the Queen of Pop wrote on Instagram Monday, as the caption of a video of herself whirling around what appears to be her Upper East Side townhouse to the sound of the album's third single, the Björk-co-written 'Bedtime Story.' In classic Madonna style, the 66-year-old pop superstar hinted at suggestive poses while wearing a Burberry trench coat over a pink slip dress, fishnet gloves, thigh-high sheer tights and stilettos. Originally released in October 1994, 'Bedtime Stories' followed the sexually charged 'Erotica,' showing a more romantic side of the often-controversial star. The album's second single, the sugary pop ballad 'Take a Bow,' spent seven weeks atop the U.S. Hot 100 chart, while 'Bedtime Stories' became a top-five album in countries around the world, including the U.K., France and Canada. In the U.S., the heavily R&B-influenced album debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified triple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. Monday's announcement comes just days after the Grammy-winning superstar stunned fans with news that she was working with frequent collaborator Stuart Price on a sequel to her No. 1 album 'Confessions on a Dance Floor,' released in 2005. 'My Valentine's Day gift to all my fans is to let you know I'm putting my heart and soul into my new music and I can't wait to share it with you!!' she wrote on Instagram. The pop diva recently celebrated her 40-year career with a massive world tour, which kicked off in London in October 2023 just months after she was rushed to a hospital in New York City, where she spent several days in intensive care to be treated for a reported 'serious bacterial infection.' The critically acclaimed Celebration Tour wrapped up seven months later with a record-breaking finale in front of 1.6 million fans on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach.
