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Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Lewis Capaldi reveals love for Billy Connolly & Paolo Nutini
The Someone You Loved singer featured on the latest episode of Theo Von's This Past Weekend podcast, which was posted on YouTube on July 15. In the podcast, the artist was asked by the host 'Who would be on his Scottish Mount Rushmore'. Lewis then broke his idols down, with Sir Billy Connolly and Paolo Nutini coming out on top. Lewis Capaldi reveals love for Billy Connolly & Paolo Nutini (Image: YouTube) Paolo, 38, from Paisley, is a beloved Scottish singer-songwriter, known for his mega hits, including Candy, Iron Sky, Through The Echoes, New Shoes, and Better Man. Meanwhile, Sir Billy Connolly, 82, is a legendary Glasgow comedian, actor, and musician. READ MORE: Lewis Capaldi spotted visiting much-loved Glasgow cafe READ MORE: Lewis Capaldi pictured at popular Glasgow restaurant In the podcast, Theo asked Lewis: "Who's on your Scottish Mount Rushmore if you had to piece one together?" Lewis replied: "Billy Connolly would be up there for sure." He added: "There's a Scottish singer I love called Paolo Nutini. He's Scottish-Italian, much like myself. He's up there for me as a musician. I grew up listening to him." Theo then asked the singer if he's ever collaborated with Paolo, with Lewis revealing he's had a 'few beers' with him. Lewis said: "He's very elusive. He'll disappear for years, and then come back and sing, but he's an incredible talent. But, he'd be up there for me." Theo, 45, is a well-known American podcaster and stand-up comedian. Meanwhile, Lewis, 28, is a much-loved Scots singer-songwriter from Glasgow. Lewis featured on the podcast after announcing a string of concert dates in June 2025 following his two-year hiatus. READ MORE: Glasgow Lewis Capaldi fans fuming after 'shameful' presale READ MORE: Glasgow TV star left 'livid' over Lewis Capaldi presale As part of his UK arena tour, the musician will perform at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, as well as venues in Sheffield, Aberdeen, London, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, and Cardiff. He is known for his tunes, including Before You Go, Wish You The Best, Forget Me, Bruises, and Forever.
Rhyl Journal
7 days ago
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Candy still sweet on big sprint prizes for evergreen Run To Freedom
Although a dual winner in Listed company, the seven-year-old has run his best races in defeat, most notably filling the runner-up spot as a 150-1 shot on Champions Day in 2022 and in the the July Cup the following summer. However, having only made it to the track once last season and failed to make a major impact on his first two starts this term, Run To Freedom was 40-1 for his second tilt at July Cup glory – but outran his odds to finish third, beaten two lengths by the surprise winner No Half Measures. Candy said: 'I thought it was a great run. He's got it in him, he just wants thing to go right. 'He's done that in the Champions Sprint and he's done it in the July Cup before. You always hope he's going to do it again, but then you look at the strength of the field he's up against and see what price he is and think 'oh dear, I've made a mistake!'. 'But he keeps delivering, hopefully he'll grab one one day and all being well we'll go to Haydock and then we'll go to Ascot. We won't go to the Prix Maurice de Gheest (at Deauville), I don't think he's a horse that wants running too often. 'A little bit softer ground would definitely help him.'
Glasgow Times
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Candy still sweet on big sprint prizes for evergreen Run To Freedom
Although a dual winner in Listed company, the seven-year-old has run his best races in defeat, most notably filling the runner-up spot as a 150-1 shot on Champions Day in 2022 and in the the July Cup the following summer. However, having only made it to the track once last season and failed to make a major impact on his first two starts this term, Run To Freedom was 40-1 for his second tilt at July Cup glory – but outran his odds to finish third, beaten two lengths by the surprise winner No Half Measures. Candy said: 'I thought it was a great run. He's got it in him, he just wants thing to go right. 'He's done that in the Champions Sprint and he's done it in the July Cup before. You always hope he's going to do it again, but then you look at the strength of the field he's up against and see what price he is and think 'oh dear, I've made a mistake!'. 'But he keeps delivering, hopefully he'll grab one one day and all being well we'll go to Haydock and then we'll go to Ascot. We won't go to the Prix Maurice de Gheest (at Deauville), I don't think he's a horse that wants running too often. 'A little bit softer ground would definitely help him.'
South Wales Guardian
15-07-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Candy still sweet on big sprint prizes for evergreen Run To Freedom
Although a dual winner in Listed company, the seven-year-old has run his best races in defeat, most notably filling the runner-up spot as a 150-1 shot on Champions Day in 2022 and in the the July Cup the following summer. However, having only made it to the track once last season and failed to make a major impact on his first two starts this term, Run To Freedom was 40-1 for his second tilt at July Cup glory – but outran his odds to finish third, beaten two lengths by the surprise winner No Half Measures. Candy said: 'I thought it was a great run. He's got it in him, he just wants thing to go right. 'He's done that in the Champions Sprint and he's done it in the July Cup before. You always hope he's going to do it again, but then you look at the strength of the field he's up against and see what price he is and think 'oh dear, I've made a mistake!'. 'But he keeps delivering, hopefully he'll grab one one day and all being well we'll go to Haydock and then we'll go to Ascot. We won't go to the Prix Maurice de Gheest (at Deauville), I don't think he's a horse that wants running too often. 'A little bit softer ground would definitely help him.'
Leader Live
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Candy still sweet on big sprint prizes for evergreen Run To Freedom
Although a dual winner in Listed company, the seven-year-old has run his best races in defeat, most notably filling the runner-up spot as a 150-1 shot on Champions Day in 2022 and in the the July Cup the following summer. However, having only made it to the track once last season and failed to make a major impact on his first two starts this term, Run To Freedom was 40-1 for his second tilt at July Cup glory – but outran his odds to finish third, beaten two lengths by the surprise winner No Half Measures. Candy said: 'I thought it was a great run. He's got it in him, he just wants thing to go right. 'He's done that in the Champions Sprint and he's done it in the July Cup before. You always hope he's going to do it again, but then you look at the strength of the field he's up against and see what price he is and think 'oh dear, I've made a mistake!'. 'But he keeps delivering, hopefully he'll grab one one day and all being well we'll go to Haydock and then we'll go to Ascot. We won't go to the Prix Maurice de Gheest (at Deauville), I don't think he's a horse that wants running too often. 'A little bit softer ground would definitely help him.'
