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The Irish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Daughter of legendary jockey flies to US in chase to win ‘world's most expensive trophy' with its own armed guard
SAFFIE OSBORNE - the daughter of legendary jockey and trainer Jamie Osborne - will fly to the US in the chase to win the 'world's most expensive trophy'. Osborne confirmed Saffie will ride their stable star Heart Of Honour in next Saturday's Preakness Stakes. 3 Saffie Osborne, daughter of legendary jockey and top trainer Jamie, will ride their stable star Heart Of Honour in the Preakness Stakes, one of America's biggest races and the middle leg of the Triple Crown 3 The Woodlawn Vase, said to be the world's most expensive trophy, has its own armed guards when it makes a rare appearance in public for the Preakness Credit: Getty 3 Trainer Jamie Osborne is gunning for the biggest win of his life in the iconic US contest Credit: PA The blockbuster American race is the second leg of the famous Triple Crown and famed for the Woodlawn Vase. Tiffany and Co listed the trophy as officially priceless - while a valuation for insurance purposes said it was worth an amazing £3million. The Woodlawn Vase lives in its own protective case throughout the year, until it is transported to Pimlico Racecourse in Baltimore, Maryland, by its own squad of armed guards on raceday. The 30lb trophy stands 36 inches high and is constructed entirely of solid sterling silver. It is so sought-after that even the winner of the race only gets a £30,000 replica. The original Woodlawn Vase - which some dispute is actually second on the rich list behind the World Cup - remains behind a screen as the winning trainer hoists the smaller mini-me, which they get to keep forever. Osborne, 57, who was leading jockey at the 1992 Cheltenham Festival, has his sights set on glory with their globe-trotting Heart Of Honour. And he is relying on talented daughter Saffie - who made history by becoming the first woman jockey ever to ride a winner at Meydan in Dubai after Most read in Horse Racing Saffie, who has The 3-1 joint-fav was nutted right on the line by a nose to 11-1 Admire Daytona in the money-spinning Grade 2. Prior to that, the three-year-old colt was beaten just a head in a Listed Meydan race worth £100,000 to the winner. Heart Of Honour has amassed prize money earnings of more than £270,000 from just six career runs. Not bad at all for a horse who finished second on his debut at Southwell in October last year having been sent off 22-1. Speaking of his decision to send Heart Of Honour to the States, Osborne said: "We thought this was worth a shot. "He's only three once. There's nothing in the UK for him. "So, the alternative was to give him a break, a long-extended break, and wait for next year's Middle East season when we go back to Dubai. "The Kentucky Derby was clearly going to be too soon for him. "Logistically, it was going to be nearly impossible to ship from Dubai back here and then to America. "The extra couple of weeks will probably be to our benefit, as well. "We're going to have a go, and if he runs OK in the Preakness, the aim is to hang on for another three weeks and go to Saratoga. "I think this horse, in what he's achieved so far, has to step up, but I think there's a chance that he can step up. "He's a horse that seems to be maturing and coming around this time of year." Victory would be a monumental family achievement for the Osbornes. Saffie has carried the family name with total class during her years as a top performer on the Flat. A true globe-trotting star, she's won multiple times at Group level, including most recently in Doha aboard fan favourite Emaraaty Ana. FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. . Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Read more on the Irish Sun Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
Daily Mail
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley looks ethereal in a sheer white ensemble for Tiffany shoot after revealing it took 'two years' for her body to feel 'normal' after having children
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley cut an ethereal figure on Sunday as she posed in stunning new snaps for a Tiffany and Co. The model, 38, slipped into a sheer white caped top and a matching satin skirt for the photoshoot with the jewellery brand, which she shared on her Instgarm. Rosie showed off her white bra beneath the floaty, sheer ensemble as she posed up a storm in front of a white backdrop bathed in sunlight. The model looked gorgeous in the images, sweeping her caramel locks into a sleek bun while highlighting her features with a dewy make-up palette. Her look was completed with a plethora of striking Tiffany pieces, including statement earrings, a necklace and a ring. Rosie's stunning photoshoot comes after she revealed it took her 'two years' for her body to feel 'fully normal' after having her children. The Devon-born beauty shares children Jack Oscar, seven, and Isabella James , three, with fiancé Jason Statham, 57. In a new interview with the Sunday Times, Rosie opened up about her post-partum figure and told how her body has changed over time. She explained: 'You've aged, you've stretched, things are not sitting where they used to. After both babies it took two years to feel fully back to normal, and even then it's not really normal, is it?' Rosie went on to suggest that she wouldn't have it any other way as she told how life is 'too short'. She added: 'My twenties were fun, but then you get older, wiser and a little more roughed up. S**t happens. Being a mum is challenging. You never know if you're doing it right. The one thing I've learnt is the journey is more important than the destination. The process has to be enjoyable because life is really short.' It comes as Rosie revealed why she decided to move her family to London after living in Los Angeles for a decade. The model who grew up in Devon, returned to the UK in 2020 and explained that it was always 'the plan' to raise her children in the UK. 'She told The Times: 'We love the schools, the education. They're growing up British with their little British accents, which was important for us, and we have a great support system here. Jay's parents live up the road and see the kids most days, my family come to visit every six or eight weeks.' You've aged, you've stretched, things are not sitting where they used to. After both babies it took two years to feel fully back to normal, and even then it's not really normal, is it?' Rosie also said her kids are having a childhood not dissimilar to her own, even spending large amounts of time in Devon where she grew up. The mum, who only shares the occasional snap of her children online, added that the family head down to Devon in the summer where her children enjoy the same experiences she had growing up on the farm, which she notes is 'special'. However, she admits that it did take some time to get used to being in the UK again after so long stateside. She said she missed California's sunshine and 'eternal optimism' in particular but has grown to love living in London again. The mum admitted that her actor husband's job was a huge part of their relocation decision, as he would have been apart from his family for long periods of time while filming. Rose said that Jason is a very 'hands-on' dad and described him as being like a 'human playground' with their children. She also admits that his ability to be at home with his children all of the time is a great privilege in his line of work. Discussing their parenting style, she said that they have no set rules and are both keen to get stuck into raising their youngsters.
Irish Daily Star
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
I held a $3000 diamond-encrusted 'Tiffany' gun - and here's how it was made
After holding this gun, I'm totally ready to star in the sequel of the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's, which should be called Handguns at Tiffany's. That's right, during my time at the National Rifle Association annual meeting in Atlanta, Georgia , I discovered a 'Tiffany' handgun. While the pistol itself is not made by the famed jeweler , the weapon means those simply passing by have to do a double-take. The gun , which boasts the robin's egg blue color most associated with the luxury brand, took only about a day to make, according to its manufacturer, San Antonio Laser Engraving. Shane Mohr, SA Laser Engraving's vice president of operations, said that the gun was initially debuted earlier this year during another gun-related event. "We engraved it, coated it, and robin's egg glue to match Tiffany. So we engraved it with the Tiffany logo, all of that," Mohr told The Irish Star. Read More Related Articles Melania's passive-aggressive two-word response to Trump as they land in Italy for Pope's funeral Read More Related Articles Donald Trump branded 'disgusting' as he honors Pope Francis in 'baffling' way Somehow in the massive pile of guns at the the NRA meeting in Georgia, I managed to find a $3,000 Tiffany gun. (Image: Jack Hobbs) "The diamonds were actually set with a laser," Mohr added. "The laser engraver uses a 3D step pile and actually cuts out, and it holds in. And then a little bit of gold plating right on the top around the flowers." According to Mohr, the entire process took only 36 hours of yes, it actually shoots live rounds. The gun also has a stunning silver pattern that runs the length of the gun and continues down the hand grip (Image: Jack Hobbs) The gun has a stunning silver pattern that runs the length of the gun and continues down the hand grip. Featuring a silver trigger that complements the cyan color, the gun also has the iconic heart-shaped logo reading "Please return to Tiffany and Co. New York, 975." While it is not available to the general public, it is estimated that the gun and ammunition would cost a hopeful buyer around $3,300. Mohr told the outlet that they have actually pitched their design to Tiffany and hope that the jeweler will start selling it. Shane Mohr, SA Laser Engraving's vice president of operations, said that the gun took 36 hours to make (Image: Jack Hobbs) "We pitch our designs to everybody," Mohr commented. "And then we will collaborate." A quick investigation by The Star revealed that Tiffany actually began producing handguns in the 1880s by taking delivery of standard-issue Smith & Wesson handguns and transforming them into one-off works of art. Featuring a silver trigger that complements the cyan color, the gun also has the iconic heart-shaped logo reading "Please return to Tiffany and Co. New York, 975." (Image: Jack Hobbs) Each gun was clad in silver and etched with intricate designs. Finally, the guns were studded with various types of jewels. It was also reported that no two Tiffany handguns were the same. 'So far as we know, the guns never killed anybody,' says Pierre Terjanian, the head of the Arms and Armor department at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York told CNN. 'They were produced to symbolize the potency of American manufacturing and craftsmanship, and were created using techniques that nobody else could equal.' 'Tiffany took Wild West symbolism and combined it with high-quality craftsmanship. It confirmed that Tiffany was an American firm with global ambitions, which could do things that nobody else could," Terjanian added. Currently, seven of the guns reside in the MOMA, where they form the centerpiece of a few of the exhibits.
