Sunday 16 December 2012

Jessica Ennis in ravashing red at BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards + more Red carpet photos


No trainers in sight: Jessica Ennis wins once again as she leads the glamour at BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards in ravishing red


She's had a stellar year, becoming golden girl of the 2012 Olympics.
And it seems Jessica Ennis isn't only a winner on the track but in the fashion stakes as well.
The gold medal Olympian lead the glamour at the BBC Sports Personality Of The Year Awards on Sunday night, turning up in a ravishing red floorlength dress.
No red card here: Jessica Ennis leads the glam our at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards in a stunning floorlength red gown
No red card here: Jessica Ennis leads the glam our at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards in a stunning floorlength red gown
Looking a far cry from her look on the field, Jessica stunned the crowds in the scarlet number.
She completed her look showing off her slender toned waist with a thin black belt around her middle, while she even showed off some skin with the plunging neckline.
Ennis even accessorised to perfection holding a large black clutch with her hair worn down and sleek.
Lady in red: The gold medal winner looked a million miles away from her usual track look as she posed in her glamorous gown
Lady in red: The gold medal winner looked a million miles away from her usual track look as she posed in her glamorous gown
Lady in red: The gold medal winner looked a million miles away from her usual track look as she posed in her glamorous gown
Winning in the fashion stakes: Jessica looked ravishing in her scarlet number as she posed up next to fiance Andy Hill
Winning in the fashion stakes: Jessica looked ravishing in her scarlet number as she posed up next to fiance Andy Hill
Strike a pose: The 26-year-old is one of the favourites to take away the coveted award
Strike a pose: The 26-year-old is one of the favourites to take away the coveted award
Could it be her? Jessica was seen smiling and clapping in the audience before the big name was announced
Could it be her? Jessica was seen smiling and clapping in the audience before the big name was announced
Not usually allowed to wear jewellery during her competitions, the 26-year-old made the most of her glamorous night out with a cute pendant adorning her neck.
And she also came armed with the ultimate accessory - fiance Andy Hill looking proud and dapper in his suit next to her.
But she wasn't the only sports personality to stand out on the red carpet.
Lady in black: While Jessica stood out in her vibrant frock, cyclist Victoria Pendleton opted for a simple black shift dress for the night
Lady in black: While Jessica stood out in her vibrant frock, cyclist Victoria Pendleton opted for a simple black shift dress for the night
Dressed up: Gymnast Beth Tweddle went for a cute lace frock as she also brought boyfriend Steven Cryer along
Dressed up: Gymnast Beth Tweddle went for a cute lace frock as she also brought boyfriend Steven Cryer along
Playing it safe: Rebecca Adlington and Sally Gunnell went for black dresses as they also walked the red carpet at ExCeL
Playing it safe: Rebecca Adlington and Sally Gunnell went for black dresses as they also walked the red carpet at ExCeL
Playing it safe: Rebecca Adlington and Sally Gunnell went for black dresses as they also walked the red carpet at ExCeL
Swimmer Rebecca Adlington also dressed to the nines, showing off her figure in a plunging black halterneck dress.
And it seems black was the popular choice for the night as many of the sporting stars played it safe in dark ensembles.
Even Strictly star and gold Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton showed up in a simple black shift dress.
Running theme: Victoria wasn't the only one to play it safe in black, as fellow cyclist Sarah Storey and Amy Williams also showed off their own LBDs
Running theme: Victoria wasn't the only one to play it safe in black, as fellow cyclist Sarah Storey and Amy Williams also showed off their own LBDs
Running theme: Victoria wasn't the only one to play it safe in black, as fellow cyclist Sarah Storey and Amy Williams also showed off their own LBDs
Running theme: Victoria wasn't the only one to play it safe in black, as fellow cyclist Sarah Storey and Amy Williams also showed off their own LBDs
All that glitters: Dame Kelly Holmes ensured she looked her best for the special sporting evening
All that glitters: Dame Kelly Holmes ensured she looked her best for the special sporting evening
Glammed up: Jade Jones showed off her toned legs in a mini-dress and side swept hair, while Paula Radcliffe also showed off her style
Glammed up: Jade Jones showed off her toned legs in a mini-dress and side swept hair, while Paula Radcliffe also showed off her style
Glammed up: Jade Jones showed off her toned legs in a mini-dress and side swept hair, while Paula Radcliffe also showed off her style
Splashes of colour: Both Helen Glover and Heather Stanning went for printed frocks as they posed up together on their way in
Splashes of colour: Both Helen Glover and Heather Stanning went for printed frocks as they posed up together on their way in
Making her entrance: Zara Phillips was also one of the guests of honour to watch the evening unfold and the name be announced
Making her entrance: Zara Phillips was also one of the guests of honour to watch the evening unfold and the name be announced
Making her entrance: Zara Phillips was also one of the guests of honour to watch the evening unfold and the name be announced
She showed off her long dark curly locks, while going for bare legs and chunky heeled shoes.
Gymnast Beth Tweddle also went for black, although dressed it up with lace detailing as she brought boyfriend Steven Cryer along in tow.
Sally Gunnell was also among those in black, opting for an asymmetric cut and sheer tights for presenting duties.
Scarlet stunner: Paralympian swimmer Eleanor Simmonds also went for red with a silver clutch for the big night
Scarlet stunner: Paralympian swimmer Eleanor Simmonds also went for red with a silver clutch for the big night
In the blue: Hurdler Christine Ohuruogu went for an electric wrap around dress with matching heels, while Jane Torvill also opted for a similar hue
In the blue: Hurdler Christine Ohuruogu went for an electric wrap around dress with matching heels, while Jane Torvill also opted for a similar hue
In the blue: Hurdler Christine Ohuruogu went for an electric wrap around dress with matching heels, while Jane Torvill also opted for a similar hue
Happily married: Singer Katie Melua went for a risque frock as she joined husband, superbike champion James Toseland, who she married in August
Happily married: Singer Katie Melua went for a risque frock as she joined husband, superbike champion James Toseland, who she married in August
Dressed to the nines: Denise Lewis and Zoe Smith mingled with the A-listers of the sporting world at the annual bash
Dressed to the nines: Denise Lewis and Zoe Smith mingled with the A-listers of the sporting world at the annual bash
Dressed to the nines: Denise Lewis and Zoe Smith mingled with the A-listers of the sporting world at the annual bash
Lovely in lemon: Rugby star Chris Robshaw's girlfriend, singer Camilla Kerslake, wore one of the brightest ensembles of the evening
Lovely in lemon: Rugby star Chris Robshaw's girlfriend, singer Camilla Kerslake, wore one of the brightest ensembles of the evening
Ladies' night: Katherine Grainger, cyclist Joanna Rowesell and former athlete Dame Mary Peters were also in attendance
Ladies' night: Katherine Grainger, cyclist Joanna Rowesell and former athlete Dame Mary Peters were also in attendance
Ladies' night: Katherine Grainger, cyclist Joanna Rowesell and former athlete Dame Mary Peters were also in attendance
Ladies' night: Katherine Grainger, cyclist Joanna Rowesell and former athlete Dame Mary Peters were also in attendance
Co-ordinating: Both Kelly Sotherton and Katarina Johnson-Thompson opted for black dresses with lace detailing
Co-ordinating: Both Kelly Sotherton and Katarina Johnson-Thompson opted for black dresses with lace detailing
Date night: Boris Becker brought wife Lilly along, who shimmered on to the red carpet in a sequin black dress with splashes of pink
Date night: Boris Becker brought wife Lilly along, who shimmered on to the red carpet in a sequin black dress with splashes of pink
Hosts: TV presenters Amanda Byram and Helen Skelton ensured all eyes were on them as they showed up to Royal Victoria Dock in London
Hosts: TV presenters Amanda Byram and Helen Skelton ensured all eyes were on them as they showed up to Royal Victoria Dock in London
Hosts: TV presenters Amanda Byram and Helen Skelton ensured all eyes were on them as they showed up to Royal Victoria Dock in London
Britain’s top sport stars gathered on Sunday night to celebrate their greatest ever year at the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year awards, with the Duchess of Cambridge set to present the main prize after recovering from illness.
Olympic and Paralympic heroes dominated this year’s shortlist, with golfer Rory McIlroy the only one of the 12 nominees not to have won medals at London 2012 this summer.
Cyclist Bradley Wiggins was the bookmakers’ odds-on favourite after his historic triumph in the Tour de France and gold in the Olympics time trial, followed by heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis.
Mo Farah, double gold medallist in the 5,000 metres and 10,000m, was ranked third favourite with the bookies, just ahead of Andy Murray, who became the first British man to win a grand slam singles title for 76 years when he triumphed in the US Open and won an Olympic gold.
The list of nominees had been extended from 10 to 12 this year to reflect the incredible year for British sport.
It was aslo the Duchess’ first public appearance since leaving hospital for severe pregnancy sickness when she presented the main award as well as the lifetime achievement honour to Lord Sebastian Coe.


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