milliepops
Wears headscarf aggressively
That's a definite NO to the water
I actually thought the 2 male commentators were really quite rude. They obviously didn't gel with Ellie but they essentially ignored most of her comments, talked over her or didn't engage, which made her sound awkward and stilted. They're already engaging far more with Ros.
Eliminated sadly. I was looking forward to seeing them - her horse is only 15.2.
problem is, there is often someone who is not an expert and who is kind of charged with asking the numpty questions on behalf of joe public who might not usually follow horse sports. i think Ellie is in that category, and she is doing that bit OK - it's just that if you are familiar with what you're watching then her questions seem a bit vacuous. I personally find her voice really grating on top of that...probably not her fault though
No! it was clear she wasn't hanging around but that really was speedy.What a brilliant round by Virginia Thompson! Had no idea she was going to be that fast!
yeah sometimes they get pros that get way too technical when they are watching the action, and then you need someone to pull it back to make it accessible. But this gang are really inclusive as well as being really knowledgeable.I agree with @milliepops actually. I think she is being forced into that role, but I don't think she's needed with the commentators and riders they've had in!
Ros has been quite good at clarifying terms and situations for Joe Bloggs Public, and Harry is very good too.
Someone like, Oli T in the box, yes she'd be needed, but people are far more interested in a good's pro story and take on something than Ellie's.
I also think they are being quite rude to Ellie. She's not a great commentator but it would not be nearly so awkward if they were engaging with her. They even ignore perfectly reasonanle comments or override her and ask Ros what she thinks!
I agree with @milliepops actually. I think she is being forced into that role, but I don't think she's needed with the commentators and riders they've had in!
Ros has been quite good at clarifying terms and situations for Joe Bloggs Public, and Harry is very good too.
Someone like, Oli T in the box, yes she'd be needed, but people are far more interested in a good's pro story and take on something than Ellie's.