Francesca Cumani presenting for ITV Racing at Goodwood, 2021, "Seven's Francesca Cumani returning to 10 for Cup Week coverage", "Who is Francesca Cumani and the rest of the ITV Cheltenham presenters? Your are a picture of . She grew up in the prestigious Bedford House Stables, a historic Grade II listed red-brick house in Newmarket, where she met trainers, jockeys, and even The Queen. WHEN horse racing fans tune into ITV Racing's coverage of the Glorious Goodwood, they will be welcomed by the familiar and beautiful Francesca Cumani. "Three days before a shift and I'd feel sick.". 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Free bets must be placed at min odds of 1.5 (1/2). This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's "He was quite wayward when he was younger, and his talent needed nurturing in the right direction. [1] Riding career [ edit] Over the years, the live coverage was presented by John Rickman (until 1977), Brough Scott, Ken Butler, (until 1980) Lord Oaksey (initially known on the programme as John Lawrence, and subsequently becoming John Oaksey after he succeeded to the peerage), and Derek Thompson and Jim McGrath (from 1981-1985). [9] Following their separation, Cumani was in a relationship with fellow ITV Racing presenter, Oli Bell. Nowdays, time constraints mean that I dont ride as much as I would like and I cant compete at weekends of course, with my job. [2] 60 days of racing will be shown on ITV4, while 40 days of racing will be shown on ITV. She told SunSport: "Not sometimes. Martin Dixon's choice, Brewin'upastorm, won his first two starts of the season . Within 10 minutes, Queen Elizabeth II was at the nearby Fittocks Stud - wishing the Italian all the best with her entourage in tow. [6], Cumani was born in Newmarket, Suffolk, and is the daughter of trainer Luca Cumani. I blummin love this jumpsuit! Charming, driven and confident, Gina has always strived to work hard and accomplish her goals no matter how big they may be and for that, she is well respected by her peers and family. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. I love a pair of wedges I always try to wear wedges for work. View our online Press Pack. Constant dieting, the dangers of race-riding and mile after mile up and down the country for not much money can add a few premature grey hairs. Actor turned ITV presenter Charles Foster has died. She returned to Granada in 1980 as a reporter and presenter on Granada Reports. Lydia Hislop is one of the UKs favourite racing journalists and broadcasters, admired by readers, viewers and peers alike, she currently holds the HWPA Broadcaster of the Year title, a testament to that. Plunkett was on the main Channel 4 Racing team from 2001 to 2016 and then with ITV when they took over racing coverage in 2017. Louise Goodman is a British reporter and presenter who worked on ITV's Formula One coverage until it ceased at the 2008 Brazilian Grand Prix.She now co-presents ITV's coverage of the British Touring Car Championship. Francesca looked up to him as a 'surrogate brother', even admitting she became like an infatuated schoolgirl in his presence. In recent years she had been one of the lead presenters for National Hunt Racing coverage. AS one of five children, Leonna Mayor is used to fighting to get her voice heard. ", "A double act, some new names and a tragic accident shape broadcast awards", "Seven's Francesca Cumani splits with polo-playing Australian husband for ITV", "Francesca Cumani split with partner Oli Bell", "Channel 10 racing presenter Francesca Cumani welcomes a child with triathlete boyfriend Max Johnson - and reveals her son's delightfully English name", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Francesca_Cumani&oldid=1123019569, British horse racing writers and broadcasters, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 21 November 2022, at 08:17. This led to a permanent job with CNN presenting Winning Post. [2], She is married to eventer William Fox-Pitt. Love todays summery @MichaelKors @HoopersEdit at @RiponRaces @SkySportsRacing @AtTheRaces #comeracing #summershere pic.twitter.com/9J42gfGpdO. ITV Racing will cover the Cheltenham Festival daily from 1-4.30pm, broadcasting five live races a day. Emma Spencer is a former presenter of Channel 4s horse racing coverage. I had just finished my masters degree in journalism when I spotted an advert on careersinracing.com, recruiting for a race-day presenter in Yorkshire. Astonishingly, the wage she earned - suggested by the Daily Figure - was astronomical. [1] She went on to ride winners on the flat, over hurdles and fences. Alice Plunkett (also known by her married name, Alice Fox-Pitt) is a former eventer and National Hunt jockey and current presenter on ITV Racing in the UK. Hes a former three-mile steeplechaser, now trained for eventing, which consists of dressage, showjumping and cross-country. The greatest challenge is in the sizing current sizing bears no resemblance to that from 20 to 30 years ago. "I loved it but wouldn't claim to have been any great shakes in the saddle.". [1], Plunkett started riding at hunts, which led to riding in point to points. Abis taste and style is so in tune with my own. Few things in racing are certainties - but this looks like being one. Francesca's grandparents were also involved in horses, with her nan Elena a champion amateur jockey and granddad Sergio a popular trainer. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. For the 2018 F1 season, Goodman stood in for McKenzie as reporter for certain races. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. She became one of ITV's presenters in 2016, often showing off. She hails from racing royalty with her father Luca a former trainer and breeder from Italy who won the Epsom Derby, King George and St Leger. Charles, who previously featured in both Coronation Street and Emmerdale, was the face of Granada TV from the 1970s through to the 1990s. "I have a lasting memory of him coming through the house and going to the fridge, grabbing a ball of mozzarella and just biting a chunk out of it. This coat dress is by Desigual, a Spanish brand I really love. "They kept pushing me and I got better and better but my nerves were horrendous. The necklace is vintage, another eBay find and of course faux fur cuffs are perfect for winter outings. Something went wrong, please try again later. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Several more well-known names are expected to join ITV's roster, including the former jockeys Mick Fitzgerald and Hayley Turner, and Oli Bell, currently a presenter on Racing UK. The weekly live coverage came from racecourses such as Sandown Park, York, Newmarket, Doncaster, Newcastle and Redcar. Alice Plunkett is a host on ATR and moved across to Racing UK at its inception. It was quite a rigorous interview process, but eventually I got the job, and its just gone on from there. The pair often front up all the action on Saturday from the biggest meets around the country, with a little help from the likes of Jason Weaver and Co. They are both practical for walking on grass and comfortable to wear all day, while still being elegant. It will be the 24th Six Nations Championship the annual rugby union competition contested by the national teams of England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland All Images and videos are the property of their respective owners. Danielle Nicholls has revealed that she had to take extra precaution with her attire during her three years as a presenter on CITV between 1998 and 2001 due to her large bust. Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. She dated ITV Racing commentator colleague Oli Bell after but the pair reportedly split earlier this year in January. I am also a keen racehorse owner and have worked in the gambling industry for several years. 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That, in turn, led to her riding in the 1993 Fox Hunters' Chase at Aintree, one of the two main hunter chase races in the calendar. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Francesca Cumani is the same. Race commentators were Tony Cooke and Bob Haynes (in the first couple of years), John Penney and Raleigh Gilbert (the main commentators from 1972 to 1980) and Graham Goode (the main commentator from 1981). It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. In 2019, Cumani signed a five-year deal with Channel 10 to present their coverage of the Melbourne Cup. At times she is Chamberlain's sidekick as a presenter whilst at others she turns her expert eye towards horses in the pre-parade ring, giving viewers the key information as well as insight into how horses look and are behaving. After growing up in Alresford, Hampshire, Goodman worked in . ", A post shared by Francesca Cumani (@francesca_cumani). I do add a little splash of colour, with my purple bag from Thomas Pink and my gorgeous shoes from Vivienne Westwood. In 2018 Cumani and Archibald separated. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. Leonna Mayor, an ex-jockey and Sky Sports racing broadcaster's relationship information has not been disclosed as of now. Gina Bryce is the female presenter on Sky Sports Racing. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, All eyes will be on ITV Racing presenter Francesca Cumani when she hosts this year's Grand National festival, The beauty has horse racing in her blood, with her dad Luca Cumani being a legendary trainer, Frankie Dettori, left, was taken in by Luca Cumani and lived at Bedford House Stables, Francesca Cumani admitted she had a crush on Dettori, Inspired by her father and Frankie Dettori, Cumani tried her hand at being a jockey, Cumani, at 24, poses with Soulacroix after winning the Queen Mother's Cup in 2006, Cumani has been a part of the ITV Racing team since 2016, Self-confessed nerd Cumani always appears glam when she's on hosting duties, Cumani has friends in high-places, including Zara Tindall, Expect Cumani to turn heads in a variety of outfits during the Cheltenham Festival, Stunning trainer Gemma Rielly talks about new career after being a jockey. I love a hat, too. Richard Hoiles is a racecourse commentator on ITV and Racing TV. "I am happy to pundit but I like broadcasting and being in control of the conversation.". If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can This is a vintage dress, from Opera by Richards. In 2016, ITV Racing came calling and she soon won over horse racing fans with her good looks, as well her eye for detail. Natalie Green grew up deeply embedded in Cheshires equine scene and hoped somehow to make a career from her first love. Words Kate Houghton - Photos Kirsty Thompson. In January 2016, it was announced that ITV had regained horse racing rights from Channel 4 to take effect from 1 January 2017. Francesca Cumani was recently voted by the British Racecourses community as the Best Female Horse Racing Reporter in 2023. ITV Racing at the Cheltenham Festival 2023 Tuesday 14h - Friday 17th March. "God, I used to think he was so cool and exotic," she told Tatler last year. A post shared by Francesca Cumani (@francesca_cumani). From January 1980 onwards, meetings from Kempton Park were shown regularly - before that time, Kempton meetings were on the BBC and were featured on Grandstand. After taking horses to Australia on a trip, she was offered an opportunity to be a guest presenter on Australia's Channel 7's horse racing broadcast. 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Place your FIRST bet on any sportsbook market and if it loses we will refund your stake in CASH. ITV broadcasts big events such as the Grand National, Cheltenham Festival, Epsom Derby, Royal Ascot, Glorious Goodwood and British Champions Day, as well as regular Saturday meetings. They have four children: Oliver, Thomas, Chloe, and Emily.[1]. As for her tips, Alex Hammond did not make the list of best horse racing tipsters. I appreciate it even more., My Dressing Room feature with Natalie Green (Image: Archant). For other inquiries, Contact Us. In 2008 she joined HondaRacingF1.com as guest presenter for Formula One's first online TV channel.[2]. She likens her need for perfectionism on the small screen to being a geek at school. [8] In April 2016 their son was born. Who are the ITV Racing presenters for Cheltenham 2019? The 38-year-old presenter has horse. "I had such a burning ambition to do it," she told Racing Post. It started on 4 October 1969 when the programme began to show horse racing from two courses each week rather than one, under the title "They're Off". I have been riding since I was four years old. She has also presented two series of equestrian interest show Horse Tails on Animal Planet. [1] This British horse racing biographical article is a stub. She now co-presents ITV's coverage of the British Touring Car Championship. Buying vintage means that I negate that risk and of course its very environmentally friendly. TV presenter and journalist, Sally Ann Grassick, is no stranger to being in front of the camera. Shes been presenting horse racing for the past 15 years covering an impressive and varied range of events. Its all about presenting your horse and presenting yourself. 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Editors' Code of Practice. She began fronting the ITV coverage in 2016. [10] In December 2021, she announced that she is expecting her second child with partner Max Johnson. For other inquiries, Contact Us. In August 2017, Richard Madeley joined the show as a relief presenter. Emma joined the main Channel 4 Racing team in 2001 and has presented horseracing from all the major festivals including: Emma was twice champion amateur flat jockey and still rides on occasion in charity races. Here she talks about the role fashion plays in her professional, and personal life. This jumpsuit is by Diane von Furstenburg and is my absolute go-to for all evening occasions. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Quite the journey then to go from her first Opening Show appearance on ITV4 last September to part of the main line-up for one of racing's most prestigious events. 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