Edwin’s classy letter and Ox’s shopping channel – 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 September 3.
Football
Pure class.
Dear @ManchesterUnited, enjoy the Future. ♥️ #DreamLikeDonny
A post shared by Edwin van der Sar (@edwinvandersar1) on Sep 3, 2020 at 12:18am PDT
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has a job lined up after he retires…
Strong look, @alexoxchamberlain 🤩
A post shared by England (@england) on Sep 3, 2020 at 1:42am PDT
England wished their gaffer a happy birthday.
A post shared by England (@england) on Sep 3, 2020 at 12:25am PDT
Harry Kane doing what he does best.
A post shared by Harry Kane (@harrykane) on Sep 3, 2020 at 7:35am PDT
Here is what Manchester United are missing.
Pick your spot 👌@Sanchooo10 looking sharp! pic.twitter.com/zlmzQzvGII
— England (@England) September 3, 2020
The Premier League countdown continues.
🔟 days to go… #THFC ⚪️ #COYS pic.twitter.com/2CK4c2FmSk
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) September 3, 2020
Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips is loving life in the England squad.
A post shared by Kalvin Phillips (@kalvinphillips) on Sep 3, 2020 at 6:10am PDT
James Milner was enjoying having Jordan Henderson back in training at Liverpool.
Great to have the skipper back with us 💪🏻⚽️ #YNWA pic.twitter.com/zJp36eupJC
— James Milner (@JamesMilner) September 3, 2020
Time flies!
Back to school. Good luck lads 💙
A post shared by Wayne Rooney (@waynerooney) on Sep 3, 2020 at 2:01am PDT
The best smelling man in football?
I’m really proud to present my new fragrance CR7 GAME ON. The night will never be the same again. #CR7GAMEON
A post shared by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) on Sep 3, 2020 at 2:13am PDT
Dortmund and Belgium unveiled their new kits.
⚫️ Unser neues Auswärtstrikot! ⚫️ 🛒👉 Link in Bio!
A post shared by Borussia Dortmund (@bvb09) on Sep 3, 2020 at 2:27am PDT
A post shared by Belgian Red Devils (@belgianreddevils) on Sep 3, 2020 at 1:30am PDT
Romelu Lukaku was on target.
“That extra work after training helps long term.. “ TH14 pic.twitter.com/V6KN6QBQrw
— R.Lukaku Bolingoli9 (@RomeluLukaku9) September 3, 2020
Luke O’Nien months later…
Congratulations, @LukeONien 👶❤️ pic.twitter.com/vwL49NwpQ4
— Sunderland AFC (@SunderlandAFC) September 3, 2020
Glenn Murray is buzzing with his move to the Hornets.
This seemingly timeless flight sees me step into @WatfordFC 🤙🏼Buzzing to be a #Hornet 🐝 pic.twitter.com/gehqqMwaSF
— Glenn Murray (@GM_83) September 3, 2020
Bristol City’s social-media team had fun announcing the signing of Chris Martin.
— Bristol City FC (@BristolCity) September 3, 2020
Golf
Rory McIlroy became a father.
A post shared by RORY (@rorymcilroy) on Sep 3, 2020 at 4:36am PDT
Cricket
Work, rest and play for Virat Kohli
Proper session + proper humidity + great recovery = 😁 @RCBTweets pic.twitter.com/Goi2iGflXm
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 3, 2020
Kevin Pietersen was also enjoying himself, albeit for different reasons.
SCHOOL RUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
YEEEEEESSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) September 3, 2020
Stuart Broad congratulated Chris Woakes and Ian Bell on Aston Villa’s new signing.
You’ve got a good player from us here @chriswoakes @Ian_Bell. Wish you well Matty. #NFFC fans are sad to see you leave but excited to watch you in the PL thanks for all you gave us 🔴⚪️ https://t.co/6GGpQCk1Ei
— Stuart Broad (@StuartBroad8) September 3, 2020
And was also enjoying his holiday with girlfriend Mollie King.
A post shared by Stuart Broad (@stuartbroad8) on Sep 3, 2020 at 9:37am PDT
New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson headed for the IPL.
A post shared by Kane Williamson (@kane_s_w) on Sep 2, 2020 at 10:44pm PDT
Wrestling
The Rock announced he and his family had tested positive for coronavirus.
UFC
Family time for Conor McGregor.
A post shared by Conor McGregor Official (@thenotoriousmma) on Sep 3, 2020 at 4:49am PDT
Tennis
Practice makes perfect for Genie Bouchard.
A post shared by Genie Bouchard (@geniebouchard) on Sep 3, 2020 at 8:48am PDT
Darts
Failing to prepare is preparing to fail…
Catching radio signals 😂😂 and starting prep for @OfficialPDC WSOD Finals 😘 #usedSoft pic.twitter.com/TGWspRPGqC
— Fallon Sherrock (@Fsherrock) September 3, 2020
Formula One
Lewis Hamilton has made changes.
A post shared by Lewis Hamilton (@lewishamilton) on Sep 3, 2020 at 7:14am PDT