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Austrian GP: George Russell tops FP1, Alex Dunne 4th for McLaren F1

George Russell Leads FP1 at Austrian Grand Prix; Alex Dunne Impresses for Mclaren George Russell set the pace in the opening practice session for the Austrian Grand Prix, following up his recent victory in Canada with a time of 1:05.542. The Mercedes driver edged out Red Bull’s Max Verstappen by just 0.065 seconds, while McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and rookie Alex Dunne secured third and fourth place respectively. Russell’s Dominance in Practice Russell’s performance showcased his…

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Cliff Notes – The metamorphosis woman – third time could be a charm for Shafali Shafali Verma, no longer a teenager, has evolved from a T20I specialist to a more consistent performer in longer formats, showcasing her ability to build innings effectively. After a period of exclusion from the T20I side, she excelled in domestic competitions, leading her teams in run-scoring and demonstrating improved temperament at the crease. With her recent performances in the WPL…

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Antonelli reveals why quitting high school for F1 wasn’t an option F1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli Reflects on Balancing Racing and Education Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli has successfully completed his final high school exams just days after clinching his first Formula 1 podium at the Canadian Grand Prix. Despite the lure of a burgeoning racing career, Antonelli chose to prioritise his education, stating he would have felt "guilty" had he abandoned his studies. Why Quitting School Was Not An Option Antonelli revealed that the decision to complete…

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Cliff Notes – Cummins backs Green as ‘long-term’ No 3 amid Australia’s batting reset Pat Cummins has confirmed that Cameron Green will be given an extended opportunity to solidify the No. 3 batting position for Australia ahead of the Ashes, despite a challenging return in the World Test Championship final. Marnus Labuschagne will need to perform significantly in the Sheffield Shield to reclaim his spot, as the focus shifts to providing opportunities for other players…

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Cliff Notes – Barcelona to return to Spotify Camp Nou on Aug 10, club confirms FC Barcelona will return to the Spotify Camp Nou on August 10 for the Joan Gamper Trophy after two seasons at the Olympic Stadium due to renovations. The club plans to host matches with a reduced capacity of 50,000 to 60,000 while ongoing renovation work continues. This return marks a significant moment for the club and its supporters, as they…

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