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The Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Raucous scenes at the races as Michael Owen runs riot and bookies duck for cover on Ladies Day at Chester
RAUCOUS scenes unfolded on Ladies Day at Chester's biggest meeting of the year - as Michael Owen ran riot and bookies took a pasting. The England footie legend bagged two big winners on the day, netting him just short of £50,000. 2 And one of his co-owners almost lost his top in the winner's enclosure as he was left on the brink of tears after victory. Boxing royalty Ricky Hatton and Owen's former England team-mate Steve McManaman were soaking up the sunshine at the famous Roodee. But it was little-known Nick Hughes who stole the show. A co-owner with Owen of 8-1 winner-of-the-first Roman Dragon, Hughes was overcome with emotion in a brilliant ITV Racing interview with Sun Racing columnist Matt Chapman. And earlier footage showed him lying on the grass with his shirt round his head and tummy fully exposed as he celebrated in style. Then again, wouldn't you if you'd just seen your horse bag you a cheque for £23,000? Owen's good form continued in the second race when the Hugo Palmer-trained Tricky Tel - named after the former Ballon d'Or winner's dad - won at 5-6 having been backed right in from 6-1. It's not often you feel sorry for the bookies. But you had to spare a thought for the layers as they saw four of the first five races on the card won by favourites. The 4.10pm, the sixth and penultimate race of the day, was won by the well-backed Paddy The Squire at 4-1., before 10-11 fav Lady Vivian scooped the last. That all came after the first four favourites all won on Wednesday. Those results helped one punter land a life-changing sum from their £5 bet which included ten straight winners. Bookies would have been licking their lips when they saw Ryan Moore struggling on hot fav Mount Kilimanjaro on the Listed Dee Stakes on Thursday. But their rotten run continued - much to the delight of punters - when the jockey showed why so many consider him the best in the world with a ' ridiculous' ride to keep the run going. It wasn't all about the racing, though. A whole host of ladies - including pop star Tulisa - turned up in their finest to take in the action, enjoy a drink or two and have a bet. Bookies will be absolutely desperate for some results on Friday, when the £170,000 Chester Cup takes centre stage. The feature race of the week is one of the big betting races of the year and sees 16 races thunder round the tight, twisting track in search of the £86,632 winning prize. . Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who:
The Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Glamorous Chester racegoers turn heads in bold dresses and headpieces & even Tulisa is in on the action
THE sun is shining and the drinks are flowing at Chester Racecourse as the second day of the Boodles May Festival gets underway. Leading the way of stylish guests is singer Tulisa, who arrived for the thrilling day of racing in a white mini skirt and black top. 7 7 7 7 The 36-year-old former X Factor judge finished off her stunning races look with a chic black fascinator and matching black gloves. Glamorous attendees have dressed to the nines for the horse racing extravaganza, with many braving towering stilettos. Many people appeared in high spirits as they posed for selfies in their head-turning outfits. Bright dresses appear to be all the rage for many guests at the Ladbrokes Chester Cup Day. And of course, numerous outfits have been finished off with bold headpieces or fascinators. As the thrilling races kicked off, revellers celebrated in style with bottles of bubbly. Yesterday was Ladies Day at the three-day Boodles May Festival, which is one of the most glamorous days in the Chester racing calendar. Love Island 's Gemma Owen and footballing legend Robbie Fowler were some of the famous faces spotted at the racecourse. Chic attendees also have the chance to be crowned as the most stylish guest in the Best Dressed Competition. Typically Chester has a less strict dress code than racing events such as Royal Ascot, but that hasn't stopped them pulling out all the stops. Oldest racecourse in the world announces huge changes that will take fifteen years to finish Each stand at Chester Racecourse adheres to a specific dress code policy and those who don't uphold it may be refused access to the event. The 2025 style guide states that if you're in the County Long Room, Winning Post, The Garden, Hospitality Areas and Chester Members area, the dress code is 'strictly smart'. 7 Attendees are encouraged to wear cocktail dresses, sleek power suits, shiny shoes and statement fascinators. The website states: 'It's time to get fancy! A raceday outfit is like no other so we want you to dress to impress. 'You'll ooze classic sophistication and shine like the fashionista you are.' The Tattersalls enclosure is more of a smart casual stand, and you can either wear a polo shirt or collared shirt, smart jeans (not ripped), trousers, chinos, or a smart dress. The most casual stand is The Roodee, where relaxed summer dresses, shorts and T-shirts and sunglasses are welcomed. Why has Ladies Day been scrapped at Cheltenham Festival? CHELTENHAM'S Ladies Day event on day two of racing is now known as Style Wednesday - and it's open to both men and women. A Cheltenham Racecourse spokesperson said in 2024: "This year we re-launched day two of The Festival as Style Wednesday to celebrate 'fast horses, slow fashion', encouraging racegoers to make more sustainable fashion choices, showcasing their unique and personal style, and to share the stories behind their amazing outfits with friends, family and on social media. "This includes re-wearing outfits they already have in their wardrobes, purchasing timeless garments to wear again and again and also buying from retailers specialising in pre-loved clothing."
The Sun
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Celebs step out in monochrome glam for first day of posh Boodles May Festival at sunny Chester Races
STYLISH Chester race attendees have pulled out all the stops with their head-turning looks at Ladies Day. Leading the fashion pack is Love Island's Gemma Owen, 22, who is dressed in an elegant white midi dress and sleek sunglasses. 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 Other famous faces at Chester Racecourse today are TV presenter Jenny Powell and English football coach Robbie Fowler. Making the most of the glorious weather, many female guests have stepped out in their most stylish dresses and sky-high stilettos for the occasion. Some have been donned theatrical headpieces in a bid to stand out from the crowd. With the balmy weather, many women have opted for shoulder-bearing or mini dresses. As the thrilling races kicked off, revellers got started on the bubbly, popping champagne and prosecco in the stands. Ladies Day at the three-day Boodles May Festival is one of the most glamorous days in the Chester racing calendar. According to the website: 'This is your chance to unleash your true fashionista and celebrate Ladies Day in true Chester style with fascinators, frocks and fedoras around every corner.' Chic attendees also have the chance to be crowned as the most stylish guest in the Best Dressed Competition. Typically Chester has a less strict dress code than racing events such as Royal Ascot, but that hasn't stopped them pulling out all the stops. Each stand at Chester Racecourse adheres to a specific dress code policy and those who don't uphold it may be refused access to the event. Oldest racecourse in the world announces huge changes that will take fifteen years to finish The 2025 style guide states that if you're in the County Long Room, Winning Post, The Garden, Hospitality Areas and Chester Members area, the dress code is 'strictly smart'. Attendees are encouraged to do cocktail dresses, sleek power suits, shiny shoes and statement fascinators. The website states: 'It's time to get fancy! A raceday outfit is like no other so we want to you to dress to impress. 10 10 'You'll ooze classic sophistication and shine like the fashionista you are.' The Tattersalls enclosure is more of a smart casual stand said you can either wear a polo shirt or collared shirt, smart jeans (not ripped), trousers, chinos, or a smart dress. The most casual stand is The Roodee, where relaxed summer dresses, shorts and T-shirts and sunglasses are welcomed. Why has Ladies Day been scrapped at Cheltenham Festival? CHELTENHAM'S Ladies Day event on day two of racing is now known as Style Wednesday - and it's open to both men and women. A Cheltenham Racecourse spokesperson said in 2024: "This year we re-launched day two of The Festival as Style Wednesday to celebrate 'fast horses, slow fashion', encouraging racegoers to make more sustainable fashion choices, showcasing their unique and personal style, and to share the stories behind their amazing outfits with friends, family and on social media. "This includes re-wearing outfits they already have in their wardrobes, purchasing timeless garments to wear again and again and also buying from retailers specialising in pre-loved clothing."
