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Spectator
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Spectator
Four bets for today and tomorrow
It is so-called 'Super Saturday' tomorrow with a host of great racing from Newmarket, York and Ascot. The fast ground, which follows yet another week of fine weather, has reduced the anticipated size of some of the handicap fields but there is still a host of competitive racing at the three tracks. Before I turn to tomorrow's fare, I want to put up bets for today's racing at York and Newmarket. I generally don't like to back horses on their seasonal debut because their fitness cannot be guaranteed, especially when racing against rivals who have a race, or in this case several races, under their belts. However, in York's Group 3 William Hill Summer Stakes (2.45 p.m.), CELANDINE is not only the pick of the runners on last year's racecourse form but she is also the subject of some sparkling gallop reports from Lambourn handler Ed Walker. He has worked his three-year-old filly with the likes of his top sprinters, Mgheera and Balmoral Lady. In his Racing Post Weekender column on Wednesday, Walker revealed that connections had toyed with supplementing Celandine for the Group 1 July Cup at Newmarket tomorrow because she has been working so well. Instead, going for the easier option at York, he said he expects his filly to be hard to beat if she translates her home work to the racetrack. So in this 12-runner field over six furlongs, back Celandine at 1 point each way at 5-1 with bet365, paying four places. Other bookies are half a point bigger but with one place less. At Newmarket, I want to back two horses in the bet365 Trophy (3 p.m.), a red-hot handicap over 1 mile 6 furlongs that is worth more than £51,000 to winning connections. The favourite, Endless Victory, will be tough to beat but he is too short for me at 3-1. Ian Williams is a masterful trainer of middle-distance handicappers and he certainly knows how to prime one of his inmates for a big target. The trouble is that today Williams fields thee of the 13 runners in this bet365 Trophy and they all have a decent chance. The shortest price of the trio, and the one with probably the best chance of winning, is Dancing In Paris who has run two mighty races in the past month, first at Goodwood and then at Newcastle. He is 4lbs well in as a result of this being an early-closing handicap as he will go up by that amount in future handicaps after his second in the JenningsBet Northumberland Plate late last month. However, betting is all about odds and so I am instead going to back Williams' two other runners. The first is ONEFORTHEGUTTER who is constantly under-estimated in these big handicaps. Now only was the gelding, now six, second in this very race last year, he went on to be third in the Sky Bet Ebor, Europe's richest handicap, last August before filling the same place in the Virgin Bet November Handicap at the end of the season. It is true that the horse has a poor win ratio – just three wins from 31 runs – but that may simply be because he contests such competitive races. Oneforthegutter is still nicely weighted off a mark of 92, ran well last time out at Ayr and, at more than twice the odds of Dancing In Paris, the recommendation is 1 point each way on him at 12-1 with bet365, paying four places. The other Williams runner is REAL DREAM, who is 6lbs well in after finishing a close third to Coltrane in the listed Coral Marathon at Sandown a week ago. The form of that slowly-run, four-horse race could be suspect but Real Dream also ran a fair race in the Copper Horse handicap at Royal Ascot too. With Tom Marquand in the saddle today, I loved the look of his price yesterday afternoon when he was widely available at 14-1. Sadly, since then the horse has been put up by two of the best tipsters in the land, Matt Brocklebank and Tom Segal, and his price has crashed. Nevertheless, back him each way 1 point each way at 17-2 with William Hill, Betfred Ladbrokes and Coral, all paying four places. Turning to Super Saturday, I had expected to put up Holkham Bay in the LK Bennett Butterfly Mark Heritage handicap (4.50 p.m.) over five furlongs at Ascot. This horse was a hugely unlucky loser during Royal Ascot week when fourth to the trail blazing front-runner Get It in the Wokingham Stakes handicap over six furlongs. Racing away from the main group of 21 runners, Holkham Bay won his race on the near side comfortably against six rivals, only to be beaten into fourth less than a length by the winner and two others racing far away from him. At five years old, Holkham Bay seems to be getting better with age and he has a wonderful record at Ascot – two wins and a second from his three previous runs at the track other than the Wokingham. However, his price of 7-2, added to his off-putting drawn in stall 1 and this shorter trip, means that I will give him a miss as bet. Instead, at a much bigger price, I will suggest 1 point each way on EXISTENT for the in-form Stuart Williams yard. The Newmarket handler' has won five races from just 20 runners over the past fortnight for an impressive strike rate of 25 per cent. Existent is consistent having been second or third in his last six outings and I am hoping the booking of talented 7lbs claimer Ashely Lewis can be the deciding factor in enabling him to get his head in front where it matters. Back him 1 point each way at 11-1 with Sky Bet paying a generous six places in this 18-runner race. Other bookies have Existent a point higher but with less places. My biggest fancy of the weekend runs at York tomorrow in the John Smith's Cup (3.10 p.m.), a race in which I have already put up two bets ante-post. I am happy to be on Thunder Run each way at 12-1 but the horse I am sweetest on, now that he has his preferred quick ground, is See That Storm, already tipped each way at 14-1. I have high hopes for him even in an 18-runner handicap as competitive as this. Next week I am going to suggest some ante-post bets for the big summer meetings, including Glorious Goodwood, so watch this space. Last weekend: – 5.2 points. 1 point each way Balmoral Lady at 8-1 for the Coral Charge, paying 1/5th odds, 4 places. Unplaced. – 2 points. 1 point each way Miss Tonnerre at 10-1 for the Coral Distaff, paying 1/5th odds, 3 places. Unplaced. – 2 points. 1 point each way Minstrel Knight at 11-1 for the Old Newton Cup, paying 1/5th odds, 5 places. Unplaced. – 2 points. 1 point each way Paddy The Squire at 9-1 for the Old Newton Cup, paying 1/5th odds, 5 places. 2nd. + 0.8 points. Pending: 1 point each way Celandine at 5-1 for the Summer Stakes, paying 1/5th odds, 3 places. 1 point each way Oneforthegutter at 12-1 for the bet365 Trophy, paying 1/5th odds, 4 places. 1 point each way Real Dream at 17-2 for the bet365 Trophy, paying 1/5th odds, 4 places. 1 point each way Thunder Run at 12-1 for the John Smith's Cup, paying 1/4 odds, 4 places. 1 point each way See That Storm at 14-1 for the John Smith's Cup, paying 1/4 odds, 4 places. 1 point each way Existent at 11-1 for the Mark Heritage, paying 1/5th odds, 6 places. 2025 flat season running total: + 39.46 points. 2024-5 jump season: – 47.61 points on all tips. 2024 flat season: + 41.4 points on all tips. 2023-4 jump season: + 42.01 points on all tips. 2023 flat season: – 48.22 points on all tips. 2022-3 jump season: + 54.3 points on all tips.
Powys County Times
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Celandine thriving ahead of Summer Stakes tilt
After being considered for an audacious July Cup bid, Celandine will return to the scene of past glory as she makes her reappearance in York's William Hill Summer Stakes on Friday. Although not seen since fifth in the Cheveley Park Stakes as a two-year-old, trainer Ed Walker gave serious thought to supplementing the daughter of Kingman for Saturday's Newmarket feature such is quality of her work at home. However, she will instead be in Group Three action a day earlier on the Knavesmire, a place that proved a happy hunting ground when she claimed the Lowther Stakes last summer when getting the better of subsequent Commonwealth Cup scorer Time For Sandals. Walker said: 'It's really exciting to have her back and she's been working really well, so much so that I toyed with supplementing her for the July Cup what with the fast ground. 'We saw sense and have gone the sensible route and she seems in great nick. 'Hopefully she can prove she's trained on, which is what she's been showing us at home, she's certainly grown and is a very exciting filly.' The Richard Hughes-trained Sayidah Dariyan finished a close up fourth in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot and drops back in against her own sex. 'I was very confident going into Ascot, although her price was huge, and she didn't let us down. She ran a blinder,' said Hughes. 'The flat six furlongs at York will really play into her strengths, I think. She's quite a fast filly, so we're hoping for a big run. 'She's an angel to train. She only lost three kilos at Ascot, so that convinced me I'd be able to back her up at York. She's easy, just ticking over and she's fit.' David O'Meara's Nighteyes, fourth in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at 100-1, James Tate's Electric Storm and the William Haggas-trained First Instinct are among a field of 12.
Graziadaily
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Boho skirts are everywhere – this Nobody's Child style is selling the fastest
Nobody's Child, Tiered Maxi Skirt Zara, Patchwork Midi Skirt Oliver Bonas, Scalloped Cutwork Tiered Midi Skirt Celandine, Godet Drawstring Midi Skirt Massimo Dutti, Ruffled Midi Skirt Free People, River Convertible Skirt H&M, Lace Inset Maxi Skirt Charo Ruiz, Anglaise Cotton Blend Midi Skirt Etro, Tiered Printed Maxi Skirt It's no secret that boho style has made a major comeback - largely thanks to Chloé 'It'-girl Sienna Miller, whose day and night wardrobe is packed with bohemian staples every festival-goer would envy. From long, flowing dresses with cascading ruffles and sheer lace to cool-girl–approved logo belts, there are plenty of standout pieces that perfectly capture the free-spirited vibe of the trend - none more so than one key staple: boho skirts. It's no surprise that this Pinterest favourite has cemented its place in the fashion spotlight for summer. Back in September last year, Chloé (naturally) led the charge with tiered maxi skirts and sheer lace on the spring/summer 2025 runway. Zimmermann followed suit with whimsical styles featuring broderie anglaise and indie-inspired prints - perfect for a Mediterranean getaway, paired with a lemon-print baby tee or a bright bikini. Of course, as with any designer trend, the high street has stepped up to deliver serious boho-chic credentials - without the especially steep price tag. And we've spotted the fashion crowd wearing playful boho skirts left, right, and centre for some time now. Amongst all the options, however, one staple clearly steals the spotlight, and that is the Nobody's Child Tiered Maxi Skirt. Thanks to its free-flowing silhouette that features intricate detailing and romantic charm, it's an excellent choice for anyone looking to channel bohemian style à la Miller. Incredibly practical and perfect to wear during sweltering UK temperatures, this maxi skirt is made with a cool organic cotton material so as not to stick to you during hot commutes or during errand runs. Unsurprisingly, it's already earned the stamp of approval from fashion insiders everywhere. 1. Nobody's Child, Tiered Maxi Skirt This would-be-Sienna-Miller-approved maxi skirt is an excellent addition to any summer wardrobe, built for beach and bar events. When it comes to styling, consider pairing with the matching top for an easy breezy one and done off-duty look, or style with cool baby tees and bandeau tops. You could even wear this set for evening rendezvous (with a pair of kitten mules, of course) but if you'd really like to dress the skirt up on its own, opt for a sleek black longline waistcoat and lots of statement jewellery in either silver or gold - depending on your preference. Otherwise, if you're in the sartorial market for something with a pop of colour, made of lace, or with asymmetric detailing - take a look at our top picks below. I searched for hours, and found some of the best, from Zara and H&M to Reformation and Charo Ruiz. 2. Zara, Patchwork Midi Skirt Zara's patchwork skirt combines all the necessary components for a chic boho look - lace, patchwork detailing and a flowing silhouette. It's also easily adjustable thanks to its drawstring waist band. 3. Oliver Bonas, Scalloped Cutwork Tiered Midi Skirt Available in a striking bright orange, this Oliver Bonas skirt is perfect if you're after a boho piece with a pop of colour. Featuring scalloped edges and cool cutwork detailing, it's an ideal choice for a stylish trip abroad. 4. Reformation, Aura Skirt While Reformation is best known for its A-lister–approved dresses, its skirts are equally impressive. With an A-line fit that offers a relaxed yet flattering silhouette, this skirt effortlessly transitions from casual errands to evening drinks. 5. Mango, Long Lace Skirt Long lace skirts have surged in popularity thanks to the boho revival, and we especially love this version from Mango. Its partial inner lining adds a touch of chic sophistication, while the sequined embellishments bring a fun, playful flair. 6. Celandine, Godet Drawstring Midi Skirt Nothing beats the comfort of a drawstring midi skirt, effortlessly blending ease and style. This one from Celandine elevates the classic silhouette with whimsical lace detailing along the bottom hem, adding a delicate boho-chic edge. 7. RIXO, Rudy Silk Skirt Rixo is a great choice if you like something with a retro feel. We love the Rudy silk skirt, which is perfect if you want to nail the boho look, with a touch of western charm. 8. Massimo Dutti, Ruffled Midi Skirt This calf-length ruffled skirt will quickly become your go-to as outdoor temperatures start to stay delightfully balmy. Très Chloé, if you ask us. 9. Free People, River Convertible Skirt Free People is practically synonymous with boho style, hence why its River Convertible skirt is a best seller. Wear as intended, or as a mini dress - the choice is yours. 10. H&M, Lace Inset Maxi Skirt H&M is excellent at nailing chic style without the hefty price tag - and this maxi is no exception. Wear with a baby tee for that ultimate Y2K-inspired look. 11. Charo Ruiz, Anglaise Cotton Blend Midi Skirt If you can afford something slightly pricier, consider this Charo Ruiz staple, featuring broderie-anglaise detailing for an easy breezy day-to-day look. 12. Etro, Tiered Printed Maxi Skirt And finally, if you're ready to fully embrace the boho aesthetic, opt for a pretty patterned number that's delightfully chaotic yet boldly stylish. Image credit: @graacechang and @ Emma Richardson is a fashion commerce writer for Grazia. She was previously a fashion and beauty commerce writer for Heat and Closer , and has contributed digital content for a variety of lifestyle brands. Emma finds much of her inspiration in celebrity style, with Sienna Miller often being a major influence, and loves a pair of ballet pumps and a trusted trench coat.
Fashion Network
12-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Anthropologie to make North West debut at Liverpool One this autumn
Global womenswear/accessories/homewares brand Anthropologie is heading to North West England this autumn for the first time and the venue of choice is Liverpool One. Anthropologie's 7,000 sq ft flagship with a trading space of 5,000 sq ft will open in a prime location on Peter's Lane, Liverpool One's premium lifestyle district. It will house the brand's own-label collections, including Maeve, Daily Practice and Celandine, as well as clothing lines across womenswear brands, and a range footwear, accessories, and homewares. Matt Hilgeman, managing director at Anthropologie International said:'Creativity is at the heart of everything we do - from our product curation to the in-store experience - so opening in a city with such a rich cultural identity feels like a natural fit.' Rob Deacon, Asset Management director at Liverpool One – Landsec, added: '2025 is a year of huge momentum [for us]. Anthropologie is yet another leading international retailer that aligns perfectly with the calibre of brands at the destination, further cementing Liverpool One as the UK's hot spot for the best names in retail, and providing more unique reasons to visit.' Anthropologie's signing follows the news of Uniqlo 's opening last month, becoming another city debut. Also joining the line-up later this month is beauty giant Sephora and TFG London, whose brands include Phase Eight, Whistles, Hobs, Inside Story and White Stuff.
