Duo make Premier League return and Bairstow hits ton – Friday’s sporting social
Kieran Trippier joined Newcastle and Aston Villa snapped up Philippe Coutinho.
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Football
Kieran Trippier signed for Newcastle
Which got the thumbs up from Eric Dier.
John Terry was also impressed with Aston Villa’s transfer activity.
Michail Antonio celebrated his new contract.
David Brooks gave an update on his cancer battle.
Eden Hazard turned 31.
Cricket
Jonny Bairstow hit a century for England.
Saqib Mahmood thanked Sam Billings.
Tennis
Heather Watson made some new friends.
Formula One
Happy 37th birthday Lewis!
Valtteri Bottas was enjoying the open road in Australia.
Too much sun for Carlos Sainz.
Golf
Paul Lawrie will now be able to show off his Claret Jug in the boardroom.