Murray display praised and Adams joins Strictly – Wednesday’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 2.
Football
Marcus Rashford took a moment to recognise the efforts of Andy Murray in winning his US Open opener.
Quick one –@andy_murray@usopen Incredible, congrats bro 🔥♥️
— Marcus Rashford (@MarcusRashford) September 2, 2020
Triple H implored Declan Rice to play the game for West Ham.
With all eyes on 🇬🇧 for @NXTUK production in London, @TripleH has a message for local @WestHam hero @_DeclanRice. pic.twitter.com/Leujqtm0Gx
— NXT UK (@NXTUK) September 2, 2020
Another project for Cristiano Ronaldo.
A post shared by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) on Sep 2, 2020 at 9:00am PDT
Brilliant story from Wolves defender Conor Coady.
The brilliant story of how Conor Coady found out he'd been handed his first #ThreeLions call-up! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/zOdFQ1RzVN
— England (@England) September 2, 2020
England unveiled another Lionheart.
Welcome to our #Lionhearts squad, @ranjsingh04! 🙌
A post shared by England (@england) on Sep 2, 2020 at 4:27am PDT
The beers are on Michael Owen!
Delighted to see that Michael Owen IPA beer is now for sale in China and Hong Kong. Join us in tasting our favourite IPA beer! Happy days. pic.twitter.com/KpUGtuIzpf
— michael owen (@themichaelowen) September 2, 2020
Coney Hall Under-11s have a new sponsor.
@ConeyHall_Fc are delighted to announce that @JesseLingard has agreed to sponsor our U11 Tigers team for the coming season. It’s great to see professional footballers showing their support to #grassroots football. You’re always welcome down to CHFC to take in a few games Jesse. pic.twitter.com/zeTpLtT2FL
— Coney Hall Fc (@ConeyHall_Fc) September 1, 2020
Wales forward Gareth Bale is ready to play.
All set for tomorrow 🏴 #TogetherStrongerpic.twitter.com/2x5xDhgdBK
— Gareth Bale (@GarethBale11) September 2, 2020
Ben Chilwell received some words of wisdom from a former Chelsea left-back.
Great afternoon spent chatting to this legend! Hopefully i can have a career like yours at this amazing club 💙 @TheRealAC3pic.twitter.com/7s8phrfdAN
— Ben Chilwell (@BenChilwell) September 2, 2020
Jamie Redknapp turned his hand to presenting A League Of Their Own.
A post shared by Jamie Redknapp (@jamie.redknapp) on Sep 2, 2020 at 2:36am PDT
Leeds skipper Liam Cooper has artwork.
About time….😉 Love it! Thanks @burleybanksy #LUFC #MOT 💙💛🤍
A post shared by Liam Cooper (@liam.cooper6) on Sep 2, 2020 at 6:30am PDT
Busy day ahead for Shkodran Mustafi.
When you finished your workout but you have two kids 👶🏼👧🏼 at home waiting to play for the rest of the day 👊🏻#EnergyNeeded#SM20pic.twitter.com/0K9IdA171q
— Shkodran Mustafi (@MustafiOfficial) September 2, 2020
Dele Alli and Son Heung-min hung out together.
A post shared by Dele (@dele) on Sep 2, 2020 at 8:37am PDT
Shane Duffy said goodbye to Brighton…..
Thanks to everyone at @OfficialBHAFC for most amazing years at the club good luck this season will miss use all 💙 pic.twitter.com/N3dAXy7VVB
— Shane Duffy (@shaneduffy) September 2, 2020
…as he fulfilled a dream.
My dream to play for Celtic is here. I can’t thank everyone enough who helped me get this move done . I will give it my everything for this club to succeed while I am here now let’s go do it I CANT wait ☘️💚 pic.twitter.com/J5wFWdi5UV
— Shane Duffy (@shaneduffy) September 2, 2020
Liverpool remembered former manager Bill Shankly.
On this day in 1913, the great Bill Shankly was born.
A true legend ❤️ pic.twitter.com/IoE11SHNNE
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) September 2, 2020
John McGinn is buzzing to be back on Scotland duty.
It’s good to be back 🏴 pic.twitter.com/aewNihn9lq
— John McGinn (@jmcginn7) September 2, 2020
Tennis
Comeback king Andy Murray was at it again…
Never. Ever. Give. Up. #tennis #usopen Photo is from associated press.
A post shared by Andy Murray (@andymurray) on Sep 1, 2020 at 4:21pm PDT
The comeback king does it again 👑
Make it a perfect 🔟 career wins from two sets down for @andy_murray. pic.twitter.com/1XmFWMnPqk
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 1, 2020
Somebody get this man an ice bath! 😅 🛀@andy_murray has earned a rest after a grueling five-set win. pic.twitter.com/3cyRQxykm6
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 1, 2020
And Billie Jean King was among the many cheering him on.
What courage and tenacity from @andy_murray today.
Earning the win from two sets down for an Open Era record 10th time.
Congratulations, Andy! We’re cheering you on. #championhttps://t.co/9hymMIGP8q
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) September 2, 2020
First round or final Andy Murray never fails to show what a tremendous competitor he is, remarkable #usopen
— Katie Boulter (@KatieBoulter1) September 1, 2020
Andy 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 serious battle that
— Laura Robson (@laurarobson5) September 1, 2020
How on earth does he do it… I am EXHAUSTED! But as ever, inspired. Thanks and congrats @andy_murrayhttps://t.co/WdTp1QV1hX
— Miranda Hart (@mermhart) September 1, 2020
inspirational. 🙌 https://t.co/IjEksAHU49
— Emma Raducanu (@EmmaRaducanu) September 1, 2020
Another day, another record for Serena Williams.
Another day, another record for one of the greatest to ever do it.@SerenaWilliams I #USOpenpic.twitter.com/6l559C0Bq3
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 1, 2020
And she then had time to watch sister Venus in action at Flushing Meadows.
Look who's front row supporting @Venuseswilliams 😍@serenawilliams I #USOpenpic.twitter.com/S4dl1Haszt
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 2, 2020
Serena’s daughter was another spectator.
A post shared by Serena Williams (@serenawilliams) on Sep 2, 2020 at 7:05am PDT
Boxing
Nicola Adams will be showing off her footwork on Strictly.
Swapping Olympic gold for Saturday night glitter. Boxer Nicola Adams OBE is stepping into the #Strictly ring! 🥇
👉 https://t.co/cYNbp8FkrM@nicolaadamsobepic.twitter.com/4BsosK7mzk
— BBC Strictly ✨ (@bbcstrictly) September 2, 2020
Tyson Fury was touched by a special message from an 89-year-old fan.
A post shared by Tyson Fury (@gypsyking101) on Sep 2, 2020 at 2:11am PDT
Someone less than half that age was celebrating their birthday.
Happy Birthday Alexander Povetkin! 👊
See you soon, Sasha 😉 #PovetkinWhyte2pic.twitter.com/qRfFbXTAgc
— Matchroom Boxing (@MatchroomBoxing) September 2, 2020
Anthony Joshua moved into fashion.
A post shared by Anthony Joshua (@anthonyjoshua) on Sep 2, 2020 at 6:08am PDT
Cricket
India captain Virat Kohli was among those to wish Ishant Sharma a happy 32nd birthday.
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday @ImIshant . Have a wonderful and successful year ahead. Enjoy the day. 🎂🎉 pic.twitter.com/7QyqBZNSZB
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 2, 2020
Shot!
Simply outrageous 😱 #ENGvPAK #EnglandCricket
A post shared by We Are England Cricket (@englandcricket) on Sep 2, 2020 at 2:00am PDT
Teamwork makes the dream work!
Incredible athleticism for this elaborate catch on the boundary 🤯 #Blast20
A post shared by Vitality Blast (@vitalityblast) on Sep 2, 2020 at 12:58am PDT
Chris Gayle was loving life.
A post shared by KingGayle 👑 (@chrisgayle333) on Sep 2, 2020 at 7:05am PDT
Rugby Union
James Haskell was hanging out with Salt Bae.
A post shared by James Haskell (@jameshaskell) on Sep 2, 2020 at 5:41am PDT
Basketball
There’s nothing quite like a game seven in the NBA.
The THRILLING FINISH to Game 7!@nuggets win the series 4-3 and advance to play the Clippers in the West semis! #NBAPlayoffspic.twitter.com/6AkuYn9EaV
— NBA (@NBA) September 2, 2020
Wow. What a sequence…so much respect for both of these teams. Great series.
— Kevin Love (@kevinlove) September 2, 2020
Wow . In and out sheesh
— CJ McCollum (@CJMcCollum) September 2, 2020
WOWWWW WHAT A GAME
— Ja Morant (@JaMorant) September 2, 2020
WOW 😳😳😳
— Tristan Thompson (@RealTristan13) September 2, 2020
Crazy Game!!!
— Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) September 2, 2020
Golf
Phil Mickelson sent a message to Tiger Woods.
Dear Tiger,Thank you for all that you’ve done for this great game of golf. No one has benefited more than me and I just wanted you to know I appreciate you and all you’ve done. That’s all. Thank you.
— Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson) September 2, 2020