Grand National 2016: Coleen Rooney condemns the press for unflattering coverage of Ladies Day

'It's the innocent people that turn up for a great day and get slated,' says Rooney

The press have mocked the appearance of the women at Ladies Day and sneered at their choice of outfits (Getty Images)

Coleen Rooney has hit back at the press coverage of Aintree Ladies’ Day at the grand national, rebuking reporters for shaming the women who attend.

In recent years, the annual racing event in Merseyside has been followed by photos of women falling over or with their underwear showing in the media.

The Merseyside-born television presenter and wife of Wayne Rooney drew attention to those members of the press who attend with the specific aim of taking unflattering photos.

“Fantastic day at Aintree yesterday, lots of people made a massive effort and looked beautiful!! I am desperate to see these sad reporters,” the 30-year-old wrote on Twitter.

“Not talking about me....I am in the public eye so expect criticism. It's the innocent people that turn up for a great day and get slated,” Rooney added.

Rooney's followers applauded her comments and also called out the unfavourable press coverage.

“It's disgusting how they mock the girls and wait around for their skirts to blow up with the wind. Lowlifes,” wrote one Twitter user.

“Fashions suppose to be about being daring, colourful & bold but women are always judged,” added another. (sic)

In the course of recent years, the press have mocked the appearance of women at Ladies Day and sneered at their choice of outfits, with specific reports dedicated to the worst dressed attendees.

Rooney declined further comment on the issue.