Where Eagles date and a victorious night owl – Thursday’s sporting social
There were tributes too for Anton Walkes.
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Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the best examples from January 19.
Tennis
Plenty were captivated by Andy Murray’s success in Melbourne.
After Novak Djokovic had limped into the third round of the Australian Open.
Football
Tributes were paid to Anton Walkes.
Arsenal remembered a club legend.
Ian Wright was busy relaxing.
Robert Snodgrass reflected on a milestone appearance.
Neil Warnock showed another side to his game.
And Crystal Palace prepared for a meeting with one of their own.
Rugby union
Ireland became the final team to name their Six Nations squad.
Formula One
Happy 43rd birthday to Britain’s 2009 world champion.
American football
The NFL called on Harry Kane to announce next season’s London ‘home’ teams.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen will be among the stars making the trip.