Broad brilliance and a statuesque striker – Thursday’s sporting social
Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the best examples from June 1.
Football
Things escalated for Peter Crouch.
I only went out for a couple 🫣 https://t.co/5KEVqXQol1
— Peter Crouch (@petercrouch) June 1, 2023
Declan Rice was getting ready.
Final preparations. 🇵🇹⚒️ pic.twitter.com/VTrVG6wK7A
— Declan Rice (@_DeclanRice) June 1, 2023
Phil Jones thanked Manchester United.
I want to express my thanks for the incredible love and support over the last week. I’ve known how special the United fans are, but this week has shown just how special. I hope you enjoy the FA Cup Final, I’ll be supporting the lads in the stands, backing them just as much as you
— Phil Jones (@PhilJones4) June 1, 2023
Georginio Wijnaldum reflects on a disappointing night for Roma.
A tough defeat. We gave it all, but unfortunately it wasn’t our night 💛❤️ pic.twitter.com/e5hR7EEnDI
— Gini Wijnaldum (@GWijnaldum) June 1, 2023
Arsenal kept hold of Frida Maanum.
Here to stay ❤️ https://t.co/pIwEshaKKq
— Frida Leonhardsen Maanum (@FMaanum) June 1, 2023
Gary Lineker suggested a rebrand after Sevilla’s domination of the Europa League continued.
It might be time to rename it The Sevilla Cup. Extraordinary achievements in this competition. 👏🏻👏🏻
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) May 31, 2023
Liverpool recalled a big day in their history.
Four years ago today, we made it six in Madrid ✨ pic.twitter.com/b0TZATS5EF
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) June 1, 2023
There were birthday wishes for Javier Hernandez.
Sending big birthday wishes to Chicharito! 🎉#MUFC || @CH14_ pic.twitter.com/P2OfNLy5ZH
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 1, 2023
🎂 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 to former #LaLigaSantander star @CH14_! pic.twitter.com/iR7amU2MZP
— LaLiga English (@LaLigaEN) June 1, 2023
Cricket
Stuart Broad claims five.
BROAD HAS FIVE! 🖐️
Mark Adair is clean-bowled at the Pavilion End.
What a start to the summer, Broady! 👏 #EnglandCricket | #ENGvIRE pic.twitter.com/z9lZkOThEl
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 1, 2023
England handed a debut to Josh Tongue.
With his mum, dad, partner and son all watching on…
Jimmy Anderson presents Josh Tongue with his very first England cap ❤️🧢
A special moment for the whole family 👨👩👦
Congratulations, Josh 👏 pic.twitter.com/FTew4m8y1o
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 1, 2023
The Barmy Army mocked David Warner.
Warner checking his phone this morning and seeing Broady bowling: pic.twitter.com/aQimIO9Hm4
— England's Barmy Army 🏴🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) June 1, 2023
Tennis
Emma Raducanu split from her coach.
I have really enjoyed Seb’s coaching and working with him, it’s unfortunate that circumstances made it unfeasible for both of us to continue right now and we have decided to part ways. I wish Seb all the best moving forwards. 🦾 pic.twitter.com/wrewLWVDVS
— Emma Raducanu (@EmmaRaducanu) June 1, 2023