Equally, when I slip (or squeeze) into that dress and pop on some heels its a transformation and it feels great. "I would ring up the producer a couple of days before saying I'm so nervous and I can't do it. She has also presented two series of equestrian interest show Horse Tails on Animal Planet. She began fronting the ITV coverage in 2016. She told SunSport: "Not sometimes. They have four children: Oliver, Thomas, Chloe, and Emily.[1]. Francesca is regularly live on ITV television discussing ITVs horse racing tips and ITV Pick 7 Predictions. There is also 500,000 in Thunderball, Firm that rejected Dragons' Den 160,000 investment has 10 million reasons to be thankful, It's all gone from strength to strength for a Gloucestershire company since turning down the offer in 2011, Graham Wildin says he sold his mancave to a mystery Mexican gentleman for 1 as he loses yet another court case, The accountant made the bombshell claim as three High Court judges said it was right to jail him for defying court orders, Police confirm body is found in Brighton missing baby search, Police say remains have been found in the search for a missing baby. From being a jockey to posing in lads' mags as the 'world's sexiest jockey' to holding her own with Ed Chamberlin and Co, Leonna brings a fresh edge to coverage that can sometimes get trapped a bit in its own bubble. Steeplechasing race meets tend to be more country glamour, whereas flat racing is a little more high fashion, see and be seen, and in the summer months its very easy to get dressed up and be more adventurous with your outfits. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The weekly live coverage came from racecourses such as Sandown Park, York, Newmarket, Doncaster, Newcastle and Redcar. who had announced his retirement after 43 years as a trainer. Not that this is the end of the road, though. When the Queen was visiting her horses in stables in Newmarket, she wanted to drop in and see Francesca's dad Luca, who had announced his retirement after 43 years as a trainer. She became one of ITV's presenters in 2016, often showing off. Cumani scored her first break in television when she was offered the opportunity to be a guest presenter on Australia's Channel 7's horse racing show. Gina is a television and radio presenter specialising in horse racing. Megan is a horse racing pundit for both @itvracing & @racingtv. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. But with a record 4358 race wins under his belt there are few people more qualified to discuss the finer points of the National Hunt Festival. ITV4 broadcasts The Opening Show, the morning preview programme similar to The Morning Line on Channel 4, and many other Saturday meetings, as well as the occasional weekday and Sunday meeting, at courses all over the UK and Ireland. First up is the fashionable Francesca Cumani, the leading lady who fronts the coverage alongside Ed Chamberliin and AP McCoy. Besides, she has also worked on CNN and currently presenting at ITV. View our online Press Pack. Many horse racing fans in our groups are questions Who is the female horse racing commentator?. It works for formal dinners, charity events and everything in between. 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. 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. ITV's coverage of England Women will also feature familiar figures from ITV's football broadcasts with regular studio guests set to include Ian Wright and Eni Aluko, as well as commentary from. But this is the social media age and anyone who thinks differently can let them know. Cumani was educated at Tudor Hall School,[1] a boarding and day independent school for girls, between the village of Bloxham and the market town of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. Within 10 minutes, Queen Elizabeth II was at the nearby Fittocks Stud - wishing the Italian all the best with her entourage in tow. 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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. The last ITV Seven came from Kempton Park and Thirsk on 7 September 1985, three weeks before the last World of Sport, which only covered one meeting, at Redcar. 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. Max refund for this offer is 20. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Its hard work and the days can be very tough sometimes a four-hour drive to get to the meeting, then five hours working before the drive back. She is the only female to have ridden at both Badminton Horse Trials and over the Grand National course at Aintree. Cumani's role is a varied one at ITV Racing. Super Bowl LVII will take place on this Sunday 12th February 2023. Pink is one of my favourite colours for spring and summer, so I hope I can wear it soon. Cumani has featured alongside ex-Sky Sports man Chamberlain in front of the cameras. Francesca has become an integral cog in the ITV racing team. You must wear clean boots, beige or white breeches, a smart fitted jacket and white shirt, with a neatly folded stock. Perhaps Leonna's time as an up-and-coming jockey toughened her up. 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "I was always a bit of a nerd at school," she admitted. Francesca Cumani is a horse racing presenter working for ITV Racing and 10 Sport. [1] Riding career [ edit] Goodman provided cover for Channel 4's coverage of the 2017 British Grand Prix, for Lee McKenzie who was presenting coverage of the World Para Athletics championship. When racing was impossible due to the weather, greyhound racing would often be shown instead (those were the days before all-weather horse racing). All my work outfits need to be practical in winter they need to be warm. 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. I think its fair to say that my other great love (apart from my husband) is fashion. In January 2019, after previously operating autonomously from its sisters, the channel was re-launched as part of the Sky Sports family of channels. She is part of the Channel 4 racing team and a regular face on Skys dedicated racing channel At The Races (ATR). The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Sky Sports Racing (formerly At The Races) is a British pay television channel devoted to horse racing.A joint venture between Sky Group and Arena Racing Company, it broadcasts coverage of domestic, European and international horse racing events.. Comfy jeans and a soft cashmere jumper are perfect for days when I am not working dressed like this I can just throw on a pretty jacket and go out without thinking about it, but its easy for lounging about the house too not that I do a great deal of that. "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. I thought I wasn't set up for TV. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Few things in racing are certainties - but this looks like being one. He is an ambassador for Cheltenham-based charity WellChild. They have battled the elements at the 2019 Cheltenham Festival and kept their cool on live TV surrounded by thousands of racegoers but who are the ITV Cheltenham Racing team? Francesca. Exchange free bet limited to certain markets. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Frequently recognised for her sunny "Bye Bye" sign-off, Emma is one of the longest serving weather presenters at ITV. The feature was sometimes known (especially in later years) as the ITV Six, the ITV Five or even the ITV Four, if fewer races were being shown. I do a lot of eBay searching, always on the lookout for things that are individual, things that are unique. And oh, it can be cold! For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Francesca Cumani sports an amazing dress on Grand National day at Aintree that appears to be inspired by artist Piet Mondrian, Cumani has partnered former Sky Sports presenter Ed Chamberlain at Royal Ascot, Cumani formerly worked as a horse racing presenter in Australia. 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. Begambleaware.org, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. In 2018 Cumani and Archibald separated. Begambleaware.org, Paddy Power: New customers only. "They kept pushing me and I got better and better but my nerves were horrendous. More minor tracks like Warwick, Catterick and Market Rasen were also extensively featured, especially during the National Hunt season in the winter, when ITV had the rights to fewer of the big races. Shes been presenting horse racing for the past 15 years covering an impressive and varied range of events. In pictures: Ladies Day 2019 best outfits so far, In pictures: Ladies Day brings celebrities to Cheltenham Festival. I like that I can ride my horse and walk the dog not caring about the mud and the elements. A regular race-goer always needs a collection of hats, My Dressing Room feature with Natalie Green, By Its one of my absolute go-tos for flat racing. [8] In April 2016 their son was born. 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Francesca is no stranger to the world of racing, her dad Luca was a top trainer and racehorse breeder and her grandmother Elena was a champion amateur jockey in her day. Leonna packed it all in in 2012 at the same time she had a gig on William Hill's in-house TV service. Here she talks about the role fashion plays in her professional, and personal life. 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. Being in such a prestigious business, the Cumani family have been accustomed to mingling with the Royals. I own an ex-racehorse, Vision De La Vie. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. People always ask where I got it. She can be found here: @KateComments and https://www.linkedin.com/in/katebulkley/. Something went wrong, please try again later. As we enter the warmer months I like to celebrate leaving behind the depths of winter and reflect the change of season. That audience is dwarfed completely by those who will tune into ITV's coverage of the Cazoo Derby Festival this weekend. She left the school in 2001. They have quite firm guidelines on dress. 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