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Strictly Come Dancing’s Oti Mabuse was spotted wearing one of the most affordable celebrity Wimbledon looks yet in a ‘beautiful’ £22 tennis dress

Wimbledon is almost over for another year, and we’ve had one of the most stylish and best dressed Championship yet with celebs acing their courtside fashion.

From Frankie Bridge’s chic pinstripe Karen Millen midi dress, currently £149.50 here to Samantha Cameron’s Cefinn seersucker dress, £290 here and Louise Thompson’s on-theme Lulu Guiness strawberry punnet handbag, available to rent from £5.16 a day here, we’ve spotted some amazing outfits.

And the latest celeb to catch our eye in potentially the most affordable look yet is Strictly Come Dancing’s Oti Mabuse. The pro dancer headed to Wimbledon earlier this weeking sporting a £22 tennis dress from Tu Clothing.

The REAKTIV Navy Tennis Dress is actually from the range that Oti is an ambassador for, and is totally on theme for Wimbledon.

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If you’re after something that’s the perfect mix of sporty and stylish, this blue marl polo tennis dress ticks all the boxes. The classic white collar gives it that preppy, polished feel, while the moisture-wicking fabric will keep you cool and airy whether you’re actually playing tennis or heading to watch a match yourself.

It’s soft, flowy and easy to move around in. Just throw on some chunky white trainers, and a slogan cap for the ultimate athleisure look. Equally, take a page out of Oti’s style book and dress it up for Centre Court with a pair of white heels and some minimalist jewellery.

With its flattering cut and smart detailing, this dress definintely works for slightlier fancier outings too and Oti has just proved it. This is the kind of piece you’ll be reaching for day after day.

If you’re on the lookout for more tennis dresses to add to your activewear wardrobe, Abercrombie’s YPB motionTEK Halter Bubble Hem Mini Dress is currently half price at £32.50 down from £65.

American tennis star Amanda Anisimova will face world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semi finals at Wimbledon but the determined talent, thought to be dating a famous model, is accustomed to facing huge battles in her life

US star Amanda Anisimova has reached the second grand slam semifinal of her career and will now face world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka after beating the Russian Anastasiya Pavlyuchenkova in the quarter finals at Wimbledon. The American was visibly overjoyed at her achievement and remarked on how much she was relishing the tournament.

“It’s been an extraordinary year for me,” she said in her on-court interview after Tuesday’s quarter final round. “So many highs. It’s just been such a ride, and I’ve been enjoying every step of the way.” She topped off the moment by bringing her four year old, achingly cute nephew, Jaxon, out onto the court to melt the hearts of the delighted crowd.

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Her next match will be her first semi final at Wimbledon but the 23 year old also reached the same stage at the French Open in 2019 when she was just 17. The achievement catapulted the then teenager onto the world stage. However that same year just before her 18th birthday and as her star was rising, she suffered a personal tragedy when her father and former coach, Konstantin, was found dead after suffering a heart attack. She withdrew from the US Open that year.

“It was the worst thing that ever happened to me,” Anisimova told the New York Post in 2020. “It was very tough.” She immediately withdrew from the 2019 US Open and her performances on court were a mixture of successes and failures over the next few years.

The year after her dad passed away it’s thought she did manage to find some happiness in her personal life when she met and started dating the Australian, Tyler Roos. The son of Australian Football League legend Paul Roos, Tyler is an athlete who at the time played for the Southport Australian Football Club. Tyler is also a model and starred in Season 4 of the hit reality TV series The Amazing Race Australia. It’s thought the couple are still together.

Although Anisimova continued to play tennis, in May 2023 she announced she was retiring from the game due to mental health issues. “I’ve really been struggling with my mental health and burnout since the summer of 2022,” she announced at the time. “It’s become unbearable being at tennis tournaments. At this point my priority is my mental well-being and taking a break for some time,” she said.

She found a new hobby and turned to painting during her free time to help with relaxation and her mental state. She also launched a campaign Art for Hope, donating the funds raised from selling her paintings to mental health charities.

Making her Wimbledon comeback in 2024, she lost in the qualifying round but spoke extensively to ESPN about the importance of taking care of every area of your health.

“You can struggle with your mental health. It’s just as important as your physical health,” she said. When she was asked what made her decide to return to the sport she said she knew she would one day. “I always knew deep down that no matter how long I was gonna take off, I was gonna come back to the tour.

“I still felt like there were so many things I wanted to achieve in the sport. Winning a Slam is definitely one of them, and I didn’t wanna walk away so early after sacrificing so much of my life and working so hard,” she revealed. “Once I came back, I found this new passion for it. I feel like it’s a passion I didn’t feel back then or maybe when I was a teenager. Every win is that much more special now.”

She also spoke about the importance of being “honest and vulnerable” about a topic which is often stigmatised. Explaining that a lot of tennis players struggle with loneliness due to the lifestyle and travel she emphasised the importance of finding a balance.

Levi’s 501 jeans are a staple in the wardrobes of celebs like Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber, and they’ve just been slashed from £100 to £40 in Amazon Prime Day sale

There isn’t a wardrobe in the world that doesn’t have at least one pair of jeans in it, and one of the most iconic silhouettes around is the Levi’s 501 jeans. They’ve been around since 1873 and were the first ever pair of jeans to be patented, making them a key piece in fashion history.

They’re also the go-to style and fit for some of the most stylish celebs, with stars like Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Sydney Sweeney and even Princess Diana all photographed wearing the jeans over the years. Although Levi’s 501 jeans are usually pretty pricey at £100, the Amazon Prime Day sale means you can currently get your hands on them for £39.67 – saving you more than £60.

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The Prime Day discount currently only applies to the light blue denim wash in the 90s style, but considering this is the go-to colourway for almost every celebrity out there, we’re more than happy to get our hands on a pair. Almost every size is still in stock, and you can pick from any combination of a 23 to a 34 waist and 30 and 32 leg measurement.

One reason the Levi’s 501 90s jeans are so popular is because of their fit, which has a mid-rise waistband and a loose, relaxed fit. They tend to be fitted around the waist and hips with a looser fitting leg that makes them look both flattering and effortless, although it’s suggested that if you prefer a slimmer fit to opt for a size down from your usual.

Their 100% lightweight cotton material means they’re also breathable and comfortable to wear, and retain their shape no matter how often you wear them. Levi’s always recommends only washing your jeans after every 10 wears or so, to help preserve their life span and keep them looking as good as the day you bought them.

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Although Levi’s 501 jeans are the original, plenty of other brands have brought out their own versions, like Abercrombie & Fitch’s Mid Rise 90s Straight Jean which are currently £56.99 down from £75. They’re one of the brand’s best-sellers, coming in seven different colours and washes and a choice of 23 to 37 waist measurements, and five leg lengths spanning extra short to extra long.

Nobody’s Child has also launched its Dark Wash Straight Leg jeans which replicated the 501’s silhouette by being fitted around the waist and hips with a relaxed straight leg. They’re also currently on sale, now £52 down from £75.

However if you want a true classic, Amazon Prime Day is the perfect time to get your hands on Levi’s 501 90s jeans at a fraction of the price. In fact they have so much slashed off them you could buy two pairs and still save yourself £20 on the usual price of one pair – definitely a winner.

Brooklyn Beckham has left his family concerned over whether he will wish his younger sister Harper a happy birthday as the teen celebrates her 14th birthday today

Brooklyn Beckham has reportedly worried his famous parents on whether he’ll reach out to Harper today on her birthday. The youngest of the Beckham clan is marking her 14th birthday today.

However, there are said to be real fears from both David and Victoria about if Brooklyn will reach out to his little sister Harper – either publicly or privately – to mark the occasion. Brooklyn, who was 12 when his youngest sibling was born, and Harper have been very close over the years but the family is reportedly worried he might not reach out at all given the momentous day ahead amid a family feud.

Sources have said that they are worried Brooklyn won’t reach out today after both Brooklyn and Nicola failed to see Harper when they visited London in May to film an advert, just over a mile from the family home.

“Brooklyn and Harper used to be inseparable. He adored her, he hopefully still does, but the problem is that Brooklyn has a track record for ignoring family birthdays now. It would be devastating for Harper not to hear from him. She hasn’t done anything and she’s only 13-years-old, she is the innocent party here,” a source said.

“Harper’s birthday has always been such a happy day, she’s the adored little daughter so it’s always so joyous but this is a tough situation. Brooklyn was 12 when Harper was born, he was so important in her life and it must be terribly sad that she isn’t seeing him since the fall out with David and Victoria happened.”

The insider added to the Mail: “David and Victoria very much blame Nicola for all of this but hopefully Brooklyn will see sense. While Harper doesn’t have her own Instagram yet, the family thing is to tag her in on their posts as #harperseven.”

So far, Victoria has posted a gushing tribute to her daughter. She wrote: “Happy birthday to my world!! You are my everything, and I’m so proud of the strong, confident, kind, and talented young lady you are becoming. You’re my best friend and I’m so lucky I get to be your mummy. We love you so so much!!” alongside a string of photos.

Romeo also posted a picture of himself with his arm around his sister, writing: “Happy 14th to the most amazing human there is love you always and forever.” At the time of writing, Brooklyn has yet to publicly reach out to his sister.

An Escape To The Country star died after vomiting blood, an inquest has heard. The inquest heard that Emma Izzard, 53, died at Norfolk and Norwich Hospital in November last year, after appearing on the BBC programme with her then partner, Kym Lofthouse.

Norfolk Coroner’s Court heard that Ms Izzard had been battling alcoholism prior to her death. Her alcohol consumption increased in July 2022 after her mother took ill.

Ms Izzard was rushed to the hospital on November 19 after she started vomiting blood and suffered a cardiac arrest, but was resuscitated.

Just one day after being admitted to hospital, Ms Izzard died after going into cardiac arrest while undergoing a gastroscopy in an operating theatre. A gastroscopy is a procedure in which a thin tube with a camera attached is inserted into the digestive tract to examine the stomach, oesophagus and duodenum to look at symptoms including pain, bleeding or difficulty swallowing.

At the inquest, her death was ruled as an oesophageal and variceal bleed, with alcohol-related liver disease. Emma’s former partner, Kym said: “Emma had a very strong bond with her mother.

“Emma lived with her for many years and continued to look after her even when she did move out. [Emma’s] alcohol levels increased when her mother was taken to hospital in July 2022, and she thought she was going to lose her. After six months of secret drinking, she wanted to stop but couldn’t get the help required quickly enough and began drinking again.”

The court heard that Emma had attended rehab on several occasions but each relapse caused her drinking to “become heavier.” Emma’s father, who died when she was just a teenager, also struggled with alcoholism. Speaking about Emma, Kym added: “Emma was a larger-than-life character who was very popular both in and outside of her work, and she had many friends.

“She was very caring but had had personal struggles earlier in her life that she was unable to deal with.” Emma also attended Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and received some help from Change Grow Live (CGL), an alcohol misuse charity.

“Emma did not want to drink but it had taken a strong hold of her,” Kym said, adding: “And she didn’t and couldn’t deal with her problems. Her drinking became heavier, and she became desperate.”

Addressing the court, area coroner Johanna Thompson said: “Emma had a history of excess alcohol consumption and had been diagnosed with alcohol-related liver disease. At the hospital, Emma was clearly presenting as very poorly. She was white, dehydrated, and was considered to have symptoms of acute alcohol withdrawal.

“Sadly, after being given surgery, treatment could not save her at the end of the day.” The court heard that Ms Izzard worked as a general assistant for a charity and dealt with her everyday life “competently when not drinking.”

She appeared on the BBC One programme in 2021 while living in Luton, Bedfordshire, when she and her partner were hoping to start a new life in Norfolk due to its “clean air” and “slower pace of life.” However, after moving to North Walsham, she and Kym later parted ways but remained close friends.

If you are struggling with alcohol abuse or addiction, advice and support can be found at alcoholchange.org.uk

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Geri Halliwell-Horner’s husband, Christian Horner, was removed from his positions as chief executive and team principal of Red Bull Racing after 20 years at the helm yesterday

Spice Girl star, Geri Halliwell-Horner is said to be “fully supporting” her husband after his shock sacking yesterday. However, a source tells us it ‘won’t be easy’ for the mum-of-two.

Christian Horner, 51, has been removed from his positions as chief executive and team principal of Red Bull’s Formula One team, with a spokesperson for parent company Red Bull GmbH telling Mirror Sport: “Red Bull has released Christian Horner from his operational duties with effect from today [July 9].”

After news of his exit broke, a source told the Mirror that while Geri, 50, is yet again supporting her husband after Horner was accused and subsequently cleared of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ at work last year, the artist formerly known as Ginger Spice ‘isn’t happy behind closed doors’.

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Claiming image means “so much” to Geri, they said: “Geri is going to stand by her man and is supporting him fully. Image means so much to her, but behind closed doors she isn’t happy about the attention this brings.”

Emphasising the importance of image to the star from Watford, they continued: “Image means so much to Geri and she knows everyone will relate it back to the leaked messages and what went on last year, so it’s not easy for her.”

The news of Horner’s departure from Red Bull comes after a rocky twelve months for the dad-of-two, who was cleared of any wrongdoing by Red Bull last year after a three-week investigation into the claims of inappropriate behaviour.

However, the outcome meant Geri hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons as messages allegedly sent between her husband and a member of staff at Red Bull’s Formula One team were mysteriously leaked less than 24 hours after the decision to clear Christian. Messages and pictures, which Mirror Sport saw, were leaked to the F1 paddock including FIA president Mohamed ben Sulayem, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, the grid’s nine other team principals, and the media, with private conversations between Horner and an unnamed person detailed within them.

Horner swiftly responded in a statement, which read: “I will not comment on anonymous speculation, but to reiterate I have always denied the allegations. I respected the integrity of the independent investigation and fully cooperated with it every step of the way.

“It was a thorough and fair investigation conducted by an independent specialist barrister, and it has concluded dismissing the complaint made. I remain fully focused on the start of the season.”

At the time, Geri put on a united front with her husband and stepped out hand-in-hand with the multi-millionaire, wearing her signature white, as they made a joint appearance at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

She also supported him on Saturday just four days before news of his exit broke when Geri arrived at Silverstone with her daughter, Bluebell, and son she shares with Horner, Monty, in an apparent show of solidarity.

Geri appeared somewhat tense in the only photo that was taken of her on the day as she sheltered under an umbrella before Red Bull, lead by driver Max Verstappen, came fifth.

Now the news about her husband is out, our source says that Horner’s exit from Red Bull has Geri worried more unwanted attention will be placed on their relationship, which she wants to avoid.

After shooting to fame with the Spice Girls, Geri became one of the most famous faces on the planet. She then welcomed daughter, Bluebell, into the world in 2006, who she shares with screenwriter, Sacha Gervasi.

Geri met Horner in 2009, who she married in 2015 at a lavish bash before their son Montague George Hector Horner was born in 2017.

The Spice Up Your Life star was a regular guest at the Formula One races where she mixed with the star-studded crowd – and always wore white.

The Mirror has contacted Geri’s reps for comment on this story.

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