Boy band singer trades microphone for horse racing

Have you ever thought about doing something totally new? A singer from a popular boy band had this idea. His name is JJ Hamblett. He usually sings on stage. But in September, he will do something different. He will race horses!

JJ is not a professional horse racer. He is a musician. But he wants to help people. A racecourse near Doncaster will hold a special race. JJ will ride a horse there. This race is for charity. Charity means helping people who need money.

Why does JJ want to do this? He wants to help sick children. When people do fun things like horse racing, they raise money. This money goes to hospitals. Hospitals use it to help young patients.

JJ is brave. He leaves his music world. He tries a sport he may never do again. This shows that celebrities can do more than their job. They can help their community too. Many people will watch JJ race. They think it is cool. They want to support his charity work.

Have you ever tried something new and scary? JJ is learning horses. He is training hard. In September, he will ride. He hopes to do well. But the most important thing is helping children. The money is what really matters.

Inspired by reporting from BBC News.