Emma Louise Jones surprised her social media followers by sharing a selfie taken in an airplane lavatory, followed by a photo highlighting her tinted tongue.
Jones had traveled to the UAE in pursuit of winter sunshine, landing in Abu Dhabi to host the Gold Cup presentation. An unexpected incident occurred when the glamorous presenter opted for a quick treat.
Posting on her Instagram story, she soon noticed half of her tongue had turned blue. "Momentarily forgot I was on duty and ate a blue macaron," she explained alongside a picture of her extended tongue.
The presenter arrived at the venue two days ahead of the main event. In one video, objects resembling candles are visible on the floor. A subsequent clip shows Jones dancing casually with her microphone.
After a lengthy day of travel, she later posted a picture of her bath, preparing to relax for the night.
The race is scheduled for Saturday and will cover a turf mile (1,600 meters) at the Abu Dhabi Turf Club Racecourse.
Ali Al Shaiba, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club and Abu Dhabi Turf Club, as well as President of the Organizing Committee, stated: "The Abu Dhabi Gold Cup reflects the emirate's growth as a top-tier sports hub.
"Adding a million-dollar listed Thoroughbred race to our long-standing program establishes an international stage that blends our rich equestrian heritage with global prestige.
"This occasion delivers a unique fusion of high-level competition and sophisticated lifestyle, and we are honored to invite audiences worldwide to celebrate this new milestone in Abu Dhabi’s racing history."
