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Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Derby meeting jockey excited to make Epsom debut against role model Hollie Doyle
Isobelle Chalmers lines up in the Betfred 3YO Dash on Sandscreendeliverd, trained by Peter Crate. It comes a day after the teenager competes in an all-apprentice event at Goodwood Racecourse A teenage jockey is making her debut at Epsom's Derby meeting after taking every piece of advice from record-breaker Hollie Chalmers has her first ride around the famous track on Peter Crate-saddled Sandscreendeliverd in the Betfred 3YO Dash tomorrow. Run over what is considered to be the fastest five furlongs in the world, the event takes place just over an hour before the £1.5million Betfred Derby. Riding off 7st 9lb, her lowest in the last 12 months, 18-year-old Chalmers will come up against Doyle, who partners Kevin Ryan trainee Cape Sovereign. In May, Doyle claimed the record for the most winners ridden by a female jockey in Britain on Brindavan at Ascot. The 28-year-old's triumph was number 1,023 in a career which saw her make a Royal Ascot breakthrough in 2020 and in a Classic on Nashwa two years later. "Hollie is my role model and I've known her for a long time through my job as an apprentice at Andrew Balding's," said Chalmers. "She has watched some of my races back and helped me improve on little things, as well as in the gym as I'm light and a similar size to her. "She's so down to earth and it's great to have such a successful jockey to learn from." Chalmers kicked off her career in November 2024 by stunning the Lingfield opposition at 125-1 on Ashford Hill, a horse owned by her mother. The longshot lines up in the BetGoodwin Best Odds Guaranteed Fillies' Handicap at Goodwood this evening, on an all-apprentice racecard. "She's in form and back at six furlongs, so should have a chance," added Chalmers, a graduate of pony racing. Among her opponents on the night is Jack Doughty, who has a chance in each of the six races as he seeks his 100th career winner. Five of them, including Port Erin in the opening Bet Clever BetGoodwin Apprentice Handicap, are for his main employer Tony Carroll. Doughty rode out his claim on the trainer's sprinter Pop Dancer at Brighton on May 27 and he hopes to hit another milestone in West Sussex. "It would be great to reach 100 winners," he said. "At my age I feel very lucky to be doing this job and Tony has been very supportive." The raceday which first began in 2022 was created to give apprentices opportunities and celebrate emerging talent in the weighing room. It runs on a points-based system with a totaliser to decide who will be crowned Goodwood's leading apprentice, before DJ act Groove Armada takes to the stage after the thoroughbred action has concluded. Senior Racing Executive at the Professional Jockeys Association, Adam McNamara, said: "It cannot be understated how beneficial it is to our apprentice jockeys to have the opportunity to showcase their talents in front of a big crowd on a premier track."
Metro
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
New Glastonbury map reveals big changes for 2025
The new Glastonbury 2025 map has been revealed, and here are the major changes you need to know about. Sleeping bags, tents and hunter wellies are at the ready as the biggest UK music festival is fast approaching. Ahead of the Worthy Farm festival, the headline acts have been announced with British pop band The 1975, folk rock star Neil Young and US pop singer Olivia Rodrigo all taking major spots in the lineup. The festival has now released the new maps for the festival, which show there are some subtle but important changes that show how the farm is mapped out for the event. The Other Stage capacity has been extended, meaning the crowd capacity will be much larger. Levels, the dance music area in Silver Hayes, which will host Groove Armada this year, has increased. As has the Dragonfly (previously known as Arcadia), the Glade, and Lonely Hearts Club. Camping-wise, there are some shrinking and others growing. Oxylers campsite has halved, South Park 2 has also shrunk as has Pennard Hill, and the indoor stage The Assembly which was introduced just last year. Shangri-La has introduced a new area, Dragon's Tail, which includes a bar. There is also now more public camping space in Pylon Ground, and two new toilet blocks at Park Hill. Glastonbury is set on Worthy Farm with a capacity of 210,000 festival-goers. The festival is around 900 to 1,000 acres, which is pretty massive and difficult to visualise. This is around the equivalent of 500 full-size football pitches, and at it's widest point it's around 1.5miles in length. The entire festival is surrounded by an 8 km perimeter fence. FRIDAY On Friday, headlining the festival is The 1975. Also performing that day is: Loyle Carter, Busta Rhymes, Biffy Clyro, Alanis Morissette, The Blossoms, CMAT, and Fatboy Slim, among many other names. SATURDAY Saturday will see Neil Young headline, with Charli XCX, Raye, Doechii, Ezra Collective, Deftones, Kneecap, Scissor Sisters, and the Kaiser Chiefs also performing. SUNDAY Sunday will see Olivia Rodrigo perform with Rod Stewart in the legends slot. Other acts performing that day include: Noah Kahan, Jorja Smith, The Libertines, Snow Patrol, and The Prodigy. The excitement for the festival is growing with Rod Stewart confirming that he will be joined by a special guest on stage, his former Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood. More Trending He was asked on That Peter Crouch Podcast whether he was in touch with other The Rolling Stones' members and 'other people in music'. Sir Rod replied: 'Not really. Woody (Wood) I do a lot, just recently, because we're going to do Glastonbury together. 'Elton, sometimes, you know, birthdays, but nowhere near how we used to, I think probably because he doesn't drink anymore, and Woody doesn't drink, and I still do. They stay away from me. Bad influence.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Kneecap axed from lineup of major music festival due to 'police safety concerns' MORE: 'Gutted' Glastonbury glampers who paid £16,500 left ticketless after Yurtel goes bust MORE: 90s icon hints at surprise Glastonbury performance next month
BBC News
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Take a look at the dynamite moments from Love Saves the Day
Thousands have been getting into the festival mood at Love Saves the line-up at Bristol's biggest music festival this year includes Ms Dynamite, Groove Armada, Shy FX and Wilkinson, alongside various up-and-coming artists.A crowd of 30,000 each day has had plenty of sets to choose from with eight stages at the site in Ashton were advised to take wellies with them just in case – and to wear their "party pants". Take a look at some of the best moments of the weekend.
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Clarkson sends stark warning to Kaleb over awkward reaction to new star
Jeremy Clarkson hired a replacement for farmhand Kaleb Cooper this series - however, the star wasn't best pleased to learn that he his position had been temporarily filled Kaleb Cooper didn't have the warmest reaction to finding out that he had been replaced on Clarkson's Farm, after Jeremy Clarkson hired new farmhand Harriet Cowan while the Prime Video star went off on a nationwide tour. The Prime Video show, which released its fourth series today, aired the moment that Jeremy told Kaleb that he had brought in a new farmhand in his absence. Kaleb shot to fame on Clarkson's Farm when it first aired in 2021, but does not appear much in the first few episodes of the new series as he was performing in his theatre tour, The World According to Kaleb - Kaleb Goes On Tour, at the time of filming. As a result, Jeremy hired 24-year-old farmer and nurse Harriet to help him out on Diddly Squat. In the series' third episode, Kaleb returns to the farm - and is told by Jeremy that he was temporarily replaced by Harriet. "We've had to get help. I've had to get someone to help me," Jeremy told him, to which a baffled Kaleb replied: "What do you mean? I'm confused." Despite reassuring Kaleb that he would like Harriet, a quiet Kaleb responded awkwardly with just one word: "Ok." In a voiceover, Jeremy then told the viewers: "Sensing that Kaleb wasn't entirely happy about me hiring someone else, I decided that he should meet her as quickly as possible." We then watched as Jeremy and Kaleb drove over to meet Harriet and inspect a field that she had drilled with barley. "Right - that's Harriet. Be nice," Jeremy warned Kaleb in the car. "Behave. I'm not having any of your Andy Cato nonsense." Jeremy was referring to a moment in a previous series when Kaleb raged over the input of Groove Armada DJ-turned-farmer Andy. Speaking to the camera, Jeremy laughed: "This is going to be interesting because he wants to encourage young people to start farming, but I don't think he wants them to farm on this farm." Thankfully for Jeremy, Kaleb was friendly when meeting Harriet - although he soon started criticising what Jeremy has done while he was away. "It looks s****er here. What a waste of a f**king field planting GS4 in it. I've got three fields that had GS4. It doesn't feed any f**king cows," he said. GS4 in farming refers to a mixture of seeds that grow grass, legumes and herbs which will form a grazing pasture for animals. "I'll rip it up and put some spring wheat in it, if you want," he said, to which Jeremy said: "No - we need cows. For the pub, I've got to have cow food." Kaleb then hit back: "But have you ever tried grazing GS4? No you haven't. Right, we done?"
BBC News
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bristol's Love Saves the Day: Everything you need to know
One of the biggest music festivals in Bristol is fast approaching, so we've put together a helpful guide for ticket holders. Love Saves the Day will kick off the city's busy summer season at Ashton Court on 24 to 25 May, welcoming more than 30,000 festival-goers per day to the estate on the edge of the city. Across eight stages, the diverse line-up will host household names including Groove Armada, Shy FX and Wilkinson, alongside plenty of up-and-coming local director Tom Paine said the bank holiday event was "shaping up to be pretty spectacular". What's the line-up? The annual festival aims to reflect the evolving UK music scene, featuring both established artists and emerging year's headline acts include Overmono on Saturday, followed by Nia Archives on with full weekend tickets can also expect to see Andy C, Ghetts, Sully, and Girls Don't Sync dominate the stage, among many more. When do the gates open? Gates will open at midday each day and last entry to the event will be at 20:00 is no general re-entry to the festival, except in the case of medical requirement. Love Saves The Day is an 18+ event so valid ID will need to be provided upon entry and at the bars. Can I still get tickets? Yes, it's not too and weekend tickets are still available for purchase on the event's you missed out on the final release, additional tickets are also up for grabs through official resale partner Tixel, with prices ranging from £71-£136. How do I get there? The Love Bus will run from 11:00 BST till 19:00 shuttle service, which will pick people up at Temple Meads station and Queen Square, will drop attendees off at the Long Ashton Park and Ride, approximately 1km (0.6miles) from the festival gate. People should then follow signposts and stewards to reach the entrance. Alternatively, pedestrian access is available via Kennel Lodge you fancy riding an electric scooter or bike to the event, organisers have advised to be aware there are geofenced road closures and speed restrictions in roads around the festival site will be closed from 21:00 BST. What's the weather looking like? Bristol has enjoyed sunny, dry weather for several days now, but the city will see spells of rain and low cloud as we head into the bank holiday weekend. Temperatures will range between 11C and 18C. The forecast looks humid but it will feel fairly cool in the strong winds, which could reach up to 30mph on Sunday. While there will be some sheltered areas at the festival, it is predominantly an open-air event and most stages and viewing platforms will be uncovered, so it would be wise to pack layers, a waterproof and consider wellies. What else do I need to know? There will be dedicated teams on site to ensure the emotional wellbeing and safety of the public. Safer Spaces Now aims to confront and prevent sexual violence, harassment and domestic abuse at festivals and events. Their support tents will be open as a refuge to anyone looking to report an incident or escape for a moment, organisers have is also a list of prohibited items to ensure the safety and security of everyone on items include - but are not limited to - fireworks, chairs, disposable vapes, drones, selfie sticks, hi-vis vests and confiscated items will not be returned, ticket holders have been warned.
