Ray remembered and Carlos Alcaraz bemoans injury – Tuesday’s sporting social
It is five years since former Chelsea, Manchester United and QPR midfielder Ray Wilkins died.
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Football
Ray Wilkins was remembered, five years on from his death.
James Maddison thanked Brendan Rodgers.
Luke Shaw was happy to be extending his Manchester United stay.
A birthday in the Zabaleta household.
A good day for Beth Mead on her road to recovery.
Golf
Ian Poulter reflected on a special day.
Sergio Garcia marked his son Enzo’s third birthday.
Tennis
Mixed emotions for Carlos Alcaraz.
Formula One
Mercedes turned the clock back.
McLaren’s Oscar Piastri went sightseeing.