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Cliff Notes – Ollie Pope’s century buys him the summer at No 3 Ollie Pope’s century against India was a crucial response to pressure, showcasing his ability to perform under scrutiny and solidifying his position in the England batting line-up. Despite two significant let-offs during his innings, Pope’s performance demonstrated his potential to evolve into a more consistent player, as he aims to emulate the success of established batsmen like Joe Root. Ollie Pope’s century…

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F1 Hungarian GP set to take place at renovated Hungaroring F1

Hungaroring Set for Transformation Ahead of 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix The 40th edition of the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix will take place from 1-3 August 2025 at a rejuvenated Hungaroring, which has undergone significant renovations in the past year to elevate the venue’s status on the F1 calendar. A Stunning Makeover for the Hungaroring Recent construction work unveiled during a press event has fundamentally transformed both the aging paddock and media centre. CEO Zsolt…

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Cliff Notes – Transfer window weekly: Napoli chase Núñez; Chelsea eye Joâo Pedro Napoli is in ongoing discussions to sign Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez, with the Premier League club demanding over €50m; they are also exploring a move for Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho, though his salary poses a challenge. Barcelona is prioritising a deal for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, having reportedly agreed personal terms, while they may need to offload players like Fermín López…

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Cliff Notes – Rishabh Pant goes past MS Dhoni Rishabh Pant has set a new record for the most Test hundreds by an Indian wicketkeeper, surpassing MS Dhoni’s previous tally of six. Pant’s achievement includes three Test hundreds in England, making him the only visiting wicketkeeper to achieve this feat, alongside Les Ames and Andy Flower. In a historic Test match, India saw three batters score centuries away from home for the first time since…

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Why was McLaren more vulnerable in Canada? And what does it mean for upcoming F1 races? F1

Mclaren’s Challenging Weekend in Canada Raises Questions Ahead of Upcoming Races McLaren faced a challenging weekend at the Canadian Grand Prix, where the peculiar demands of the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve exposed vulnerabilities in the MCL39. Despite being the fastest car on the grid, McLaren struggled with qualifying and race pace due to the circuit’s unique characteristics, leading to a disappointing result where both drivers faced difficulties in extracting maximum performance. Why Was McLaren More Vulnerable…

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Cliff Notes – Nuno Espirito Santo extends Nottingham Forest contract until 2028 Nuno Espirito Santo has signed a contract extension with Nottingham Forest, keeping him at the club until summer 2028. Under his management, Forest achieved a seventh-place finish in the Premier League, their best performance in 30 years, and qualified for European competition. Nuno expressed his commitment to building on last season’s success and fostering a strong connection between players and fans. Nuno Espirito…

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Cliff Notes – Wood targeting fifth India Test for potential comeback Mark Wood is optimistic about playing in the final Test against India at the Kia Oval, starting July 31, as he progresses in his rehabilitation from knee surgery. After undergoing surgery for medial ligament damage, Wood is set to make his competitive return for Durham on July 22, ahead of the Test series conclusion. England’s management is cautious with Wood’s recovery, especially with upcoming…

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Cliff Notes – Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson sorry for red card ‘I let you down’ Nicolas Jackson apologised to Chelsea teammates and fans after receiving his second red card in four matches during a 3-1 loss to Flamengo at the Club World Cup. The striker expressed regret on Instagram, stating he takes full responsibility for his actions and aims to learn and improve from the incident. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca noted that Jackson’s disciplinary issues are…

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