A-List Support for England's Rugby Heroes
The iconic stands of Twickenham Stadium were graced by some serious star power as England's rugby team clinched a momentous 25-12 victory against the New Zealand All Blacks. Among the most enthusiastic supporters were tennis sensation Emma Raducanu and Bridgerton actress Simone Ashley, who were spotted cheering on the home side during this year's Autumn Internationals.
Celebrity Style and Sporting Tension
While the match itself was a tense head-to-head, the two celebrities provided a glamorous sideshow. Emma Raducanu opted for a chic, natural look with minimal make-up and a stylish coat, her long brown hair flowing freely as she eagerly backed the squad. Meanwhile, Simone Ashley cut a fashionable figure, snuggled up in a dark black coat that was perfectly contrasted with a bright red jumper and accessorised with gold hoop earrings.
Despite the howls of disappointment from All Blacks fans as their team slipped behind, Raducanu and Ashley were all smiles, happily waving to the crowd. This victory marks England's first win against New Zealand since 2019, a significant achievement for coach Steve Borthwick's squad.
Raducanu's Deepening Ties to English Rugby
Emma Raducanu's presence at the match was more than just a casual visit from a famous face. Her connection to the team has been growing stronger, evidenced by the England rugby squad's social media post which shared a 'Great to see you' message directed at the sportswoman.
This connection was forged just three days prior, when Raducanu was a guest at the England camp. An energetic video posted to the team's Instagram showed her practising lineouts. Team prop Fin Baxter shed light on the visit, stating, 'She watched training today and then we did a few bits after... She was very good and caught the ball. The amount of pressure that she has to go under because of how successful she is is definitely something we can all learn from.'
The actress's visit to the rugby comes shortly after she was spotted at the US Open, where she sparked romance rumours with restaurant group managing partner Timothy Sykes. The pair were seen looking cosy, holding hands and locking lips while watching Jannik Sinner's match.
