Gemma Collins couldn’t hide her excitement after winning a total of £20,000 on Day 3 of the Cheltenham Festival, with £5,000 of that coming from just one £500 bet.
The 45-year-old reality star was all smiles, popping champagne and raising her fists in celebration as her horse, Meetmebythesea, crossed the finish line first in the 2pm race with 9/1 odds.
In a video obtained by The Sun, Gemma couldn’t resist shouting out, “I’m f***ing loaded!” and followed it up with, “I’m coming home with 20 large ones.”
A source shared: “Gemma was absolutely ecstatic, and she kept showing off her stack of cash to James Nesbitt in the Paddy Power box. She made £20k that day – and £5k from just one £500 bet.”
At the end of the day, Gemma shared her joy on Instagram, holding up her winnings while dancing to Britney Spears’ Work B**h*.
She wrote: “Absolutely had the best day ever, I’ve been so lucky today 
@paddypowerofficial, thank you for all the luck! I’ve absolutely smashed it today with my horse picks.”
Gemma made quite the entrance at the festival, arriving by helicopter and standing out in a checked coat, complete with brown fur sleeves and a silk headscarf. She accessorized with pink gloves and carried a stylish Mulberry Bayswater bag, finishing off her look with sunglasses.
Alongside her, Georgia Toffolo got in the spirit, sporting a horse-shaped bag, and was seen in an elegant, 20s-inspired suit.
Gemma wasn’t the only star making a statement at the event – Danny Dyer, Peter Crouch, and Sir Alex Ferguson were also there, showing off their style and enjoying the festivities.
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EastEnders and I’m A Celebrity star Shona McGarty brought her A-game in a bold blue ensemble, paired with a chic fascinator.
Royalty was also in attendance, with Princess Anne leading the pack alongside Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall, looking glamorous as ever.
As the day went on, the Cheltenham Festival continued to bring out the best in celebrities, with many dressed to impress and enjoying the excitement of the races.
Alan Brazil, however, was absent from his talkSPORT breakfast show for the third consecutive day due to illness. Fans were surprised to hear Shebahn Aherne filling in for him as they tuned in for their morning updates.
Gemma Collins ended her day on a high, and it’s safe to say that her presence at Cheltenham was unforgettable!
