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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Britain's Got Talent's Ping Pong Pang insist they don't have 'unfair advantage'
Ping Pong Pang's Patrizio and Rachele Ratto insist they don't have an advantage on Britain's Got Talent. The fusion dance troupe from Italy previously got to the final of the Italian version of the talent show and now are competing in BGT's final on Saturday. Patrizio tells Yahoo UK: "Yes, of course, the talent shows [Britain's Got Talent and Italy's version] are really similar to each other. But I don't think we have an advantage because if you perform abroad, if you do this talent show abroad, there are a lot of more elements that [are challenging]. "It was really hard for us because we are not in Italy, and maybe in Italy we are more comfortable with ourselves. When you do this abroad, it's really more complicated and the emotions are really different. "For us, every performance that we do, it's unique and so it's like the first time that we perform in front of an audience. We don't have an advantage [above any of the other finalists competing]." Watch Ping Pong Pang in action in Britain's Got Talent semi-final The siblings — who lead the group that has about 15 core members — explain why they wanted to feature on Britain's Got Talent after competing on the Italian version of the talent show. Patrizio says: "Because we really want to show our talent and our unique performance, not just in Italy but also abroad, so it's a big opportunity for us to show that in this really famous talent show in the UK to a big audience like this." Performing on Britain's Got Talent offered the dance group a bigger stage, Patrizio says, as they are from "a small place in Italy". Their performance is a fusion of ping pong and dance but some viewers at home have been compared to Britain's Got Talent's winning 2009 dance troupe Diversity. Although Rachele says they are a "unique" group, Patrizio points out this comparison is a "compliment". "I don't know why, but they compared to other contestants like this, I think we are different," he says. "In terms of what of the dance and what we do but maybe people have a reference point and compare us to this crew and for us of course it's a big compliment because people love [Diversity as they won Britain's Got Talent], so for us it's a huge compliment." Rachele adds: "We try to be unique." Patrizio shares how their act will stand out in the final but admits there will be some big challenges along the way. "We will bring something new," he says. "Because we are the first crew that meets together in ping pong and dance, so we are really proud of this fusion, and we will do our best to do this on the final, and our choreography is extremely difficult. Every move needs to be precise." Sister Rachele explains the importance of being creative in coming up with choreography. She says: "We also need to to find the crazy ideas to impress the audience again. Me and my brother, we stay together to do brainstorming or something like that, but we are happy, we are really happy to do that for the final." Despite their hard work and graft, Rachele admits they didn't expect to be in the final of Britain's Got Talent. She says: "For us, it's really a dream so now, we think only about this [being in the final]. Our life is only this now. It's a really nice feeling. Also the other members of the crew, most of them are younger than us, they are really grateful and really happy; they can't believe it." Britain's Got Talent's final airs at 7pm on Saturday, 31 May on ITV1.
The Advertiser
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Star Eagle taken to hospital as Rachele inspires Crows
All-Australian forward Jake Waterman has been taken to hospital after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to the Crows at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele cashed in with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained in a best-afield display on Sunday. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was a serious injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out when he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match, and was taken to hospital for scans. "He won't fly home tonight," West Coast coach Andrew McQualter said. "He's clearly in a fair bit of pain. It (the shoulder) did come out, and there was some trouble getting it back in, or it might have popped out again. "He's gone to hospital now to get some scans and we'll find out the full extent of that later on. "Jake's one of our leaders, one of our best players. You never want to lose your leaders." The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hit-outs) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. West Coast won the territory battle in the first half, but Adelaide's efficiency was better and the Crows turned on the afterburners in the second half to secure the easy win. "I think maybe just a little bit of our focus had gone away from what makes us a good side," Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks said of his side's lacklustre first half. "So to be able to fix that in the game is a great result. "In previous years it might be one where you see four quarters of the same and we come out maybe with a small win or we lose the game." All-Australian forward Jake Waterman has been taken to hospital after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to the Crows at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele cashed in with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained in a best-afield display on Sunday. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was a serious injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out when he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match, and was taken to hospital for scans. "He won't fly home tonight," West Coast coach Andrew McQualter said. "He's clearly in a fair bit of pain. It (the shoulder) did come out, and there was some trouble getting it back in, or it might have popped out again. "He's gone to hospital now to get some scans and we'll find out the full extent of that later on. "Jake's one of our leaders, one of our best players. You never want to lose your leaders." The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hit-outs) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. West Coast won the territory battle in the first half, but Adelaide's efficiency was better and the Crows turned on the afterburners in the second half to secure the easy win. "I think maybe just a little bit of our focus had gone away from what makes us a good side," Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks said of his side's lacklustre first half. "So to be able to fix that in the game is a great result. "In previous years it might be one where you see four quarters of the same and we come out maybe with a small win or we lose the game." All-Australian forward Jake Waterman has been taken to hospital after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to the Crows at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele cashed in with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained in a best-afield display on Sunday. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was a serious injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out when he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match, and was taken to hospital for scans. "He won't fly home tonight," West Coast coach Andrew McQualter said. "He's clearly in a fair bit of pain. It (the shoulder) did come out, and there was some trouble getting it back in, or it might have popped out again. "He's gone to hospital now to get some scans and we'll find out the full extent of that later on. "Jake's one of our leaders, one of our best players. You never want to lose your leaders." The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hit-outs) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. West Coast won the territory battle in the first half, but Adelaide's efficiency was better and the Crows turned on the afterburners in the second half to secure the easy win. "I think maybe just a little bit of our focus had gone away from what makes us a good side," Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks said of his side's lacklustre first half. "So to be able to fix that in the game is a great result. "In previous years it might be one where you see four quarters of the same and we come out maybe with a small win or we lose the game."
The Advertiser
7 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Star Eagle pops shoulder as Rachele inspires Crows
Star forward Jake Waterman could be set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to Adelaide at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele was the star of the show in Sunday's win with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was an injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out after he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match. The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hitouts) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. Adelaide kicked four goals to three with the aid of the breeze in the first quarter, with West Coast's intense pressure hard to shake. West Coast won the territory battle in the second quarter, but it was Adelaide's efficiency up forward that proved the difference. The Crows' lead extended to 23 points late in the quarter when Riley Thilthorpe kicked his second goal of the match. But when Waterman nailed Josh Worrell with a brutal holding-the-ball tackle and then converted his 48m set shot after the half-time siren, the margin was back to a more manageable 17 points. However, the third quarter became an avalanche of goals as Adelaide finally clicked into gear. The Crows kicked 7.7 from 23 inside 50s - including two goals in the space of a minute from Rachele - as the margin swelled to 57 points by the final change. Star forward Jake Waterman could be set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to Adelaide at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele was the star of the show in Sunday's win with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was an injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out after he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match. The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hitouts) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. Adelaide kicked four goals to three with the aid of the breeze in the first quarter, with West Coast's intense pressure hard to shake. West Coast won the territory battle in the second quarter, but it was Adelaide's efficiency up forward that proved the difference. The Crows' lead extended to 23 points late in the quarter when Riley Thilthorpe kicked his second goal of the match. But when Waterman nailed Josh Worrell with a brutal holding-the-ball tackle and then converted his 48m set shot after the half-time siren, the margin was back to a more manageable 17 points. However, the third quarter became an avalanche of goals as Adelaide finally clicked into gear. The Crows kicked 7.7 from 23 inside 50s - including two goals in the space of a minute from Rachele - as the margin swelled to 57 points by the final change. Star forward Jake Waterman could be set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to Adelaide at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele was the star of the show in Sunday's win with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was an injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out after he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match. The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hitouts) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. Adelaide kicked four goals to three with the aid of the breeze in the first quarter, with West Coast's intense pressure hard to shake. West Coast won the territory battle in the second quarter, but it was Adelaide's efficiency up forward that proved the difference. The Crows' lead extended to 23 points late in the quarter when Riley Thilthorpe kicked his second goal of the match. But when Waterman nailed Josh Worrell with a brutal holding-the-ball tackle and then converted his 48m set shot after the half-time siren, the margin was back to a more manageable 17 points. However, the third quarter became an avalanche of goals as Adelaide finally clicked into gear. The Crows kicked 7.7 from 23 inside 50s - including two goals in the space of a minute from Rachele - as the margin swelled to 57 points by the final change.
West Australian
7 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Star Eagle pops shoulder as Rachele inspires Crows
Star forward Jake Waterman could be set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to Adelaide at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele was the star of the show in Sunday's win with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was an injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out after he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match. The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hitouts) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. Adelaide kicked four goals to three with the aid of the breeze in the first quarter, with West Coast's intense pressure hard to shake. West Coast won the territory battle in the second quarter, but it was Adelaide's efficiency up forward that proved the difference. The Crows' lead extended to 23 points late in the quarter when Riley Thilthorpe kicked his second goal of the match. But when Waterman nailed Josh Worrell with a brutal holding-the-ball tackle and then converted his 48m set shot after the half-time siren, the margin was back to a more manageable 17 points. However, the third quarter became an avalanche of goals as Adelaide finally clicked into gear. The Crows kicked 7.7 from 23 inside 50s - including two goals in the space of a minute from Rachele - as the margin swelled to 57 points by the final change.
Perth Now
7 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Star Eagle pops shoulder as Rachele inspires Crows
Star forward Jake Waterman could be set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines after dislocating his right shoulder in West Coast's 66-point loss to Adelaide at Adelaide Oval. In a match played in a swirling breeze, Adelaide led by just four points midway through the second quarter before piling on 10 of the next 12 goals to set up the 19.14 (128) to 8.14 (62) win. Josh Rachele was the star of the show in Sunday's win with five goals, while Jordan Dawson tallied 27 disposals, eight clearances, two goals and 602m gained. Tempers boiled over in the dying minutes when Eagles recruit Liam Baker pushed his forearm into the back of James Peatling's neck while the Crow was face-down on the ground. The incident sparked a major melee that is sure to attract plenty of fines. The percentage-boosting result ensured Adelaide (7-4) will finish the round in the top four, while West Coast (1-10) couldn't reproduce the heroics from last week's breakthrough win over St Kilda. Adding to West Coast's woes was an injury to Waterman, whose right shoulder popped out after he was sandwiched in a final-quarter marking contest. Waterman had been a rare shining light for West Coast with three goals, but his season could be over if he requires surgery. The 27-year-old was immediately in pain and had to go to the bench to have his shoulder put back in place. He was seen with his arm in a sling after the match. The Crows were error-riddled early against the Eagles, but once they hit their straps they were simply unstoppable. Reilly O'Brien (45 hitouts) was the dominant figure in the ruck, while Izak Rankine (23 disposals, six clearances, one goal) was a creative spark. Rachele hadn't kicked five goals since his debut in 2022, and he was lapping up his efforts on Sunday. "It's been a while - 64 games later. It's good to get another bag," Rachele told Fox Sports. West Coast were breathing a huge sigh of relief when veteran Adelaide spearhead Taylor Walker was ruled out an hour before the first bounce. Walker kicked bags of 10 and nine goals against West Coast in 2023, but the Crows decided it was time to rest the 35-year-old. Adelaide kicked four goals to three with the aid of the breeze in the first quarter, with West Coast's intense pressure hard to shake. West Coast won the territory battle in the second quarter, but it was Adelaide's efficiency up forward that proved the difference. The Crows' lead extended to 23 points late in the quarter when Riley Thilthorpe kicked his second goal of the match. But when Waterman nailed Josh Worrell with a brutal holding-the-ball tackle and then converted his 48m set shot after the half-time siren, the margin was back to a more manageable 17 points. However, the third quarter became an avalanche of goals as Adelaide finally clicked into gear. The Crows kicked 7.7 from 23 inside 50s - including two goals in the space of a minute from Rachele - as the margin swelled to 57 points by the final change.
