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Cliff Notes – Borussia Dortmund reject Chelsea’s €50m offer for Jamie Gittens Chelsea’s €50 million bid for winger Jamie Gittens has been rejected by Borussia Dortmund, following an earlier offer of €35.5 million. The 20-year-old is eager to join Chelsea, who must act swiftly to register him for the Club World Cup by Tuesday. Borussia Dortmund reject Chelsea’s €50m offer for Jamie Gittens – sources Chelsea have had a €50 million ($57.1m) follow-up offer for…

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Cliff Notes – Reddy or Thakur? Both have work to do ahead of first Test Nitish Kumar Reddy’s performance in England has raised concerns, particularly regarding his ability to handle seam movement and bounce, despite a half-century in the second innings at Canterbury. Shardul Thakur, with more experience in English conditions, has shown better bowling effectiveness and movement, making him a more convincing option as a bowling allrounder for the upcoming Test. Reddy or Thakur?…

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Feel F1 performance for yourself: Take home Red Bull’s RB17 for .7m F1

Red Bull Unveils $6.7m RB17 Hypercar at Monaco Grand Prix At the Monaco Grand Prix, Red Bull Advanced Technologies has introduced its stunning RB17 hypercar, available for an eye-watering $6.7 million. Showcased against the backdrop of Monaco’s glitzy harbour, the RB17’s striking design and F1-level performance capabilities aim to attract discerning buyers despite the steep price tag. Take Home the RB17 for $6.7 Million For those with deep pockets, the opportunity to own a piece…

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Cliff Notes – Man United release Victor Lindelöf, Christian Eriksen, Jonny Evans Manchester United confirmed the release of Victor Lindelöf, Christian Eriksen, and Jonny Evans, marking the end of their contracts with the club. The club is in discussions with goalkeeper Tom Heaton regarding a potential new deal, while several young players have also departed. United are actively seeking to offload additional players and have secured the signing of Matheus Cunha, with an increased offer…

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Cliff Notes – Afridi, Shadab in first list of BBL draft; Rodrigues, Pandey in the mix for WBBL Afridi, Shadab in first list of BBL draft; Rodrigues, Pandey in the mix for WBBL The Pakistan quartet of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf and Mohammad Rizwan are part of the first overseas draft list of BBL 15 released on Tuesday. The draft will be held on June 19 with Brisbane Heat holding the No.…

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Imola out for Madrid as 2026 F1 calendar revealed F1

Formula 1 Unveils 2026 Calendar: Imola Dropped, Madrid Rises The 2026 Formula 1 calendar has been officially announced by the sport’s commercial rights holder, FOM, and its governing body, the FIA. The season kicks off on March 8 in Melbourne, Australia, and will include an impressive 24 race weekends. Notably, the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola will be absent, making way for the debut of a hybrid street circuit in Madrid. Key Changes to the…

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Cliff Notes – Dhoni, Hayden, Taylor, Mir among latest ICC Hall of Fame inductees Seven cricket legends, including MS Dhoni and Sana Mir, were inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, with Mir being the first Pakistani woman to receive this honour. Dhoni is celebrated for leading India to three ICC white-ball trophies and finishing his ODI career with over 10,000 runs at an average above 50. Sarah Taylor, a key figure in England Women’s…

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Why Aston Martin must remain patient in hunt for F1 glory F1

Aston Martin Unveils Ambitious Plans Ahead of 2026 F1 Regulations Aston Martin’s aspirations of challenging for Formula 1 glory have been reinforced with the announcement of a transformative strategy aimed at the 2026 season. Executive Technical Director Bob Bell has detailed the team’s extensive preparations, which include an investment in advanced facilities and a strategic shift in partnerships. Despite these ambitious moves, Bell emphasised the importance of patience and realism, urging fans and stakeholders to…

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Cliff Notes – Cristiano Ronaldo on Al Nassr future: ‘Nothing will change’ Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will remain with Al Nassr, dismissing speculation about his future after winning the UEFA Nations League with Portugal. Despite interest from other clubs, including a lucrative offer from a Brazilian team, Ronaldo’s contract with Al Nassr is set to expire on June 30, with ongoing discussions about an extension. Ronaldo has been a prolific scorer for Al Nassr,…

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Cliff Notes – Cristiano Ronaldo on Al Nassr future: ‘Nothing will change’ Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will remain with Al Nassr, dismissing speculation about his future after winning the UEFA Nations League with Portugal. Despite interest from other clubs, including a lucrative offer from a Brazilian team, Ronaldo’s contract with Al Nassr is set to expire on June 30, with discussions for an extension ongoing. The forward has been a prolific scorer in the…

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Cliff Notes – India’s Tests against West Indies and South Africa swapped between Delhi and Kolkata The second Test between India and West Indies has been relocated from Eden Gardens, Kolkata, to Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, as part of BCCI’s scheduling changes. Kolkata will now host the first Test against South Africa, originally set for Delhi, from November 14-18. Women’s ODIs against Australia have been moved from Chennai to New Chandigarh and Delhi due…

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Cliff Notes – Portugal’s Mendes says he ‘cancelled out’ Yamal in final win Nuno Mendes praised Ousmane Dembélé for the Ballon d’Or, citing his performance in the UEFA Nations League final against Spain. Mendes highlighted his successful defensive duel with Lamine Yamal, contributing to Portugal’s victory in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw. He acknowledged Cristiano Ronaldo’s ongoing influence and leadership within the team, despite the veteran forward’s injury during the match. Portugal’s Mendes…

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Cliff Notes – Green happy to ‘just bat’ for now as No 3 role beckons Cameron Green is focusing solely on his batting as he prepares for a potential No. 3 role in the Australian Test team, following a successful stint with Gloucestershire where he scored three centuries. After undergoing back surgery, Green expressed relief at being able to concentrate on batting, noting that it has allowed him to feel more relaxed and prepared for…

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