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The Citizen
a day ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Race Coast off to a fast start
Little and Fortune light up Scottsville speed fest. Race Coast had a cheering start. The new brand unites the operations of Western Cape's Cape Racing and Gold Circle of KwaZulu-Natal and Durban's Bay of Plenty beach was the sunny venue for the official launch last week. Horses galloped on the sands of the surfers' haunt and racing's great and good proclaimed a new dawn, to the roar of Indian Ocean breakers. Then there was exciting and uplifting racing itself. This was a little out of earshot of the waves – 80km inland to be precise, at Maritzburg for the annual Festival of Speed on Saturday. For every race to the coast there must be a midlands meander. Scottsville racecourse introduced Race Coast in a rather special way, with any number of upbeat stories crammed into its famous four-feature card. Jockeys back in the mix Race Coast represents renewal in racing and you couldn't ask for better redemption stories than those of jockeys Andrew Fortune and Chad Little who have overcome dark times and fought their way back into the winners' circle. Little, back in the irons at the age of 40, found his reward in the shape of a first Grade 1 victory – a battling effort aboard the appropriately named Good For You, trained by Glen Kotzen, in the Gold Medallion for juveniles. Former champion jockey Fortune returned to the saddle at 57 earlier this year, after years in retirement and following unlikely recoveries from drug addiction and weight issues. On Saturday, he won the Grade 2 Golden Horse Sprint on Tenango for trainer Candice Bass-Robinson and his ebullient interview contained this gem of wisdom: 'You've got to turn up for yourself!' Epitomising that philosophy is Sean Tarry, who's diligence has kept him at the top of the training ranks for decades – not least with phenomenal annual success at Scottsville's biggest meeting. This time around, he landed the topliner on the card, the Grade 1 SA Fillies And Mares Sprint, with Mia Moo. More success stories On the four-year-old's back was Callan Murray, a talented young jockey who plied his trade in Australia for a few years – as South African racing looked headed for the knacker's yard – but is back in his homeland after hearing good things about the revival of the game – a la Race Coast. Another welcome stirring in local racing waters has been successful raiding around the country by trainer Alan Greeff from the backwaters of Eastern Cape. His juvenile filly Direct Hit cruised to victory in the ultra-prestigious Grade 1 Allan Robertson Championship, remaining unbeaten in four starts. Further landmark events at Scottsville included emerging stallion Canford Cliffs registering his first Grade 1 win, with Direct Hit, and complementing it with a Grade 2, with Tenango. And there were plenty more diverting moments, such as grooms with stage-fright and big cheques and babbling owners regaling us with their inevitable tales of lows and highs in the infernal game. If there was a note of disappointment it was the small crowd at one of the year's major race meetings. But, then again, Race Coast has just got started.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
'Yes, you did that Tay': Selena Gomez reacts to Taylor Swift winning back rights to her 6 albums
New York [US], May 31 (ANI): Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift's friendship is the kind we all dream of--a perfect example of 'best friend goals.' Gomez, on Friday, took to her Instagram Story to cheer for her bestie Swift and showed just how "proud" she was after the singer confirmed that she finally owns the masters of her first six albums. Sharing her excitement, Selena wrote, "YES, YOU DID THAT, TAY. SO PROUD!" Earlier that day, Swift posted on Instagram to confirm the news. The singer shared three pictures of herself sitting on the floor, smiling, and surrounded by her early albums. She wore a light purple top, jeans, and her signature red lipstick. Along with the pictures, Swift added a caption that read, "You belong with me," referencing her 2008 hit from the album Fearless. According to People, almost six years ago, Swift's music catalogue was sold to music executive Scooter Braun without her approval. Braun later sold it to Shamrock Capital. In response, Swift began re-recording her albums with "Taylor's Version" to take back ownership of her work. Gomez and Swift have been close friends since 2008, when they met through the Jonas Brothers. In past interviews, Gomez has spoken fondly of their bond. "We actually dated the Jonas Brothers together! It was hysterical," Gomez said in 2017, during an interview with KISS FM UK, People reported. "It was amazing because [Taylor] was the girl with the big curly hair, all the bracelets, and the cowboy boots. And I was definitely up-and-coming, and we just clicked," the "Good For You" singer said -- before she jokingly added, "It was the best thing we got out of those relationships." (ANI)
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Selena Gomez Rocks Cowboy Hat at Beyoncé's Tour, Shows Off Engagement Ring from Benny Blanco, See Pic
Rare Beauty billionaire Selena Gomez is making sure to support Queen Bey as she attends Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour in full glam, and of course, the marquise diamond engagement ring from Benny Blanco. On May 25, Gomez took to her Instagram story to share a black and white glimpse of her concert look. It consisted of hoop earrings, strikingly bold lips, a cowboy hat with the Halo singer's tour title imprinted on it, and last but not least, her engagement ring. Last year, the musician and actress announced her engagement to music producer Benny Blanco in an Instagram carousel. The Lose You To Love Me singer made the whole world jealous, revealing her 6-carat oval marquise diamond engagement ring in December 2024. What makes the ring so special for Gomez is that she has "always dreamed" of a marquise ring, per a February 2025 conversation with Interview magazine, ever since she sang, "I'm a marquise diamond," in her 2015 hit Good For You. Gomez likely attended the MetLife Stadium concert in East Rutherford, which was one of Beyoncé's stops as part of her ongoing Cowboy Carter tour. "To the queen B we praise," she captioned her post. Fans showered Gomez with praise as soon as the picture went viral. Some noted how the former Disney Channel star has always been vocal about her support for fellow artists such as Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift, as well as Beyoncé. One fan exclaimed with joy, "Two Texan queens!" referring to Selena Gomez and the Lemonade singer. Another wrote on X, "Continuously showing love to ariana, taylor, and bey. how could you not love her!" Meanwhile, Queen B is set to perform in East Rutherford at the MetLife Stadium on May 28 and May 29 as well. She is set to grace several cities across the US, such as Houston and Atlanta, among others. Additionally, she will perform in France and England. Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour, which began on April 28, 2025, will come to a close on July 26 in Paradise.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
When Selena Gomez Got A Rash After Her First Kiss With Benny Blanco
Last Updated: The couple, speaking on a podcast, also reflected on their early dates and Gomez's initial anxiety. Despite her nerves, the pair's romance blossomed, culminating in an engagement. Music producer Benny Blanco revealed that his fiancée Selena Gomez was nervous during their first memorable kiss that she developed a rash on her face. The couple shared this amusing anecdote during their appearance on Table Manners podcast hosted by singer Jessie Ware and her mother Lennie. Blanco, 37, reminiscing the moment said they were playing a card game at home and one of the cards prompted them to click a selfie together. He said Gomez climbed onto his chest to snap the picture. He shared right after that he looked at her and thought he has 'to kiss the girl". However, the Only Murders in the Building star, 32, had a surprising physical reaction. Blanco elaborating on the incident said she was so nervous; that her heart was palpitating and she began getting a rash on her face. When Lennie jokingly asked whether the Bad Liar singer was allergic to him, Blanco responded playfully saying she was. Gomez during the conversation said she was nervous due to the depth of her feelings. The Rare Beauty chief admitted she had not liked anyone in a long time and when a person recognises feelings behind a kiss, it is different. She also confessed she was a little embarrassed. Blanco shared another anecdote about Gomez; he said in early stages of their relationship; the singer would arrive at his home 20 to 30 minutes early for their date. He said she would wait in her car outside until the official time, stated a report in Page Six. Blanco laughed as he recalled that Selena was unaware of his house having security cameras and that he could see her car parked outside his home. Gomez said she wanted the time to call a friend for a pep talk or a quick makeup touch-up before their date. Benny and Selena have been friends for years but only began dating in June 2023. Six months later, they announced their relationship on social media. In December 2024, Blanco proposed to the singer with a marquise diamond ring which was a tribute to their 2015 hit song Good For You. Reflecting on their journey, Blanco shared a black-and-white picture of the fateful selfie last month and wrote that courting Selena was the best decision he made. First Published:
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Benny Blanco reveals ‘nervous' Selena Gomez's reaction to their first memorable kiss; ‘I was so disgusting and…'
Music producer Benny Blanco disclosed reaction of Selena Gomez during their first kiss, stating that she felt so 'nervous'. Appearing with Gomez for an episode of Jessie and Lennie Ware's podcast, 'Table Manners,' Benny said, 'We were just sitting in the living room on the couch and we were playing [the card game] 'We're Not Really Strangers.'' According to him, Gomez positioned herself directly on his chest and snapped a picture while reading a thing which said, 'Take a selfie with the person next to you.' He further mentioned that he knew he simply needed to kiss his future fiancée at that very moment. As soon as he kissed her, Gomez developed a rash on her face and her heart began to beat rapidly, Blanco, 37, said. In response to Lennie's question about if Gomez was 'allergic' to Blanco, he joked, "She was, yeah. I was so disgusting and repulsive.' The singer, 32, instantly intervened to say that she hadn't 'liked anyone in a very long time,' which was the reason she was frightened. Also Read: Benny Blanco celebrates 37th birthday with surprise school prom for Selena Gomez Stating that some kisses are just "for fun", she stressed but it's entirely a different feeling when "you feel something behind a kiss" 'And I'd been alone for about five years, with the exception of a few s–tty dates here and there, but never felt that way. And I was a little embarrassed.' The couple didn't begin dating until June 2023, after having been acquaintances for years. They confirmed their relationship on social media six months later. Blanco proposed her with a gorgeous marquise diamond exactly a year after making their love public, referencing the words of their 2015 hit song 'Good For You,' one of their first musical collaborations. Blanco prepared the incredibly unique and unusual piece—a marquise center stone set in a cathedral setting with an immense brilliant-cut eternity band for Gomez. For the ring, he collaborated with the jewelry designers Katherine Theofilos Claster and Stephanie Theofilos, who created Abril Barret.
