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Cliff Notes – Jamie Gittens joins club from Borussia Dortmund Chelsea has signed 20-year-old Jamie Gittens on a contract until 2032, marking a significant addition to their squad. Gittens expressed excitement about joining Chelsea and the opportunity to learn from experienced teammates. The forward previously played for Borussia Dortmund, where he scored 12 goals last season but faced limited playing time under new coach Niko Kovac. Chelsea transfers: Jamie Gittens joins club from Borussia Dortmund…

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Cliff Notes – Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala badly injured in Club World Cup Jamal Musiala sustained a serious left leg injury during Bayern Munich’s defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup quarterfinals, leading to his hospitalisation. The injury occurred in a 50-50 challenge with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, prompting immediate treatment on the field. Bayern Munich’s sporting director confirmed Musiala’s condition was concerning, with head coach Vincent Kompany suggesting it appeared to be…

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Cliff Notes – Beau Webster returns to Hobart Hurricanes in the BBL Beau Webster has signed a three-year deal with Hobart Hurricanes, marking his return after an absence since 2017, having previously played five matches for the team. Despite a strong first-class record, Webster’s T20 performance has been less dominant, raising questions about his fit within the Hurricanes’ high-tempo batting unit. Hurricanes general manager Salliann Beams expressed confidence in Webster’s skills and leadership, highlighting his…

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British GP qualifying: Max Verstappen takes stunning pole ahead of Oscar Piastri F1

Verstappen Claims Pole Position at British Grand Prix Max Verstappen clinched a spectacular pole position for the British Grand Prix, edging out Mclaren’s Oscar Piastri by just 0.109 seconds in a thrilling qualifying session at Silverstone. In a tightly contested battle, Lando Norris secured third place, finishing only 0.118 seconds behind the reigning champion. Verstappen Regains Momentum After a disappointing weekend in Austria, where Verstappen qualified seventh, his dominant lap at Silverstone signals a resurgence…

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Cliff Notes – Remembering Diogo Jota whose loss is felt beyond Liverpool Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp expressed profound grief over the tragic death of Diogo Jota, highlighting the emotional impact on the club and its supporters. Jota’s legacy includes 65 goals in 182 appearances for Liverpool, where he became a key player and won multiple major honours, including the Premier League title. Tributes from fans across rival clubs, as well as heartfelt messages from…

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Verstappen remains tight-lipped on F1 future but rules out sabbatical F1

Verstappen Remains Tight-Lipped on F1 Future Max Verstappen, the reigning Formula 1 champion, has remained coy about his future in the sport, insisting there are no plans for a sabbatical after the 2026 season. Amid speculation about potential moves and team dynamics, the Red Bull Racing star deflected questions during a media session at Silverstone, leaving fans and pundits alike in the dark about his next steps. Media Session at Silverstone Verstappen faced a barrage…

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Cliff Notes – Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, brother die in car crash – Spanish Civil Guard Diogo Jota, 28, and his brother André Silva, 25, were killed in a car crash near Zamora, Spain, with police investigating potential causes, including a blown tyre. Liverpool FC and the Portuguese Football Federation confirmed the tragic news, expressing their condolences and requesting privacy for the families involved. Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, brother die in car crash – Spanish…

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Cliff Notes – WBBL and BBL drafts – all you need to know The WBBL and BBL drafts are scheduled for Thursday, June 19, with the WBBL draft commencing at 4pm AEST, followed by the BBL draft. Teams will select overseas players based on a weighted lottery system, with the WBBL’s first pick going to Sydney Sixers and the BBL’s to Brisbane Heat. Each club must draft a minimum of two overseas players, with the…

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