After uploading a social media post while at Aintree Racecourse to watch the races on Ladies Day, Helen Flanagan has generated a strong reaction from fans. In a post that received a tonne of comments, the soap star showcased her outfit—a red off-the-shoulder dress from Karen Millen. Many of the comments were positive and praised the 32-year-old's attire, but some were critical of Helen going to the event.
Many were furious about what she was up to on Friday, with some branding the event as the "epitome of cruelty for horses", writes the Mirror.
One of those praising Helen was former Towie star Amber Dowding, who wrote: "Wow!! Helen you look amazing. You would have won best dressed for me."
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While numerous more fans remarked that the soap opera actress looked "beautiful" and "stunning". Others, however, who were dissatisfied to learn that Helen would be attending the Grand National, reacted negatively. A conflicted fan remarked, "I absolutely adore you, but I'm really disappointed in this supporting horse racing."
Others were harsher with the star, expressing their displeasure that Helen had attended a major horse racing event. One follower wrote: "I've been supporting you for so long but nah, this sport is the epitome of cruelty for horses. As an ex animal welfare lawyer it actually disgusts me. So I’m out, all the best."
Another agreed, writing: "I’m unfollowing too for the same reason. You bet, they die…." Every year, the Grand National - as well as other horse racing events - attracts anger from some animal rights activists who disapprove of the sport.
The Mirror writes that three horses have died after collapsing and falling injured while running around the Aintree Racecourse to compete for the £560,000 prize. The event saw attempted disruption from protests with 118 people reportedly arrested.
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