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From Kylian Mbappe’s X handle getting hacked to Bournemouth signing Kepa Arrizabalaga on a season long loan, there are various incidents which took place in the world of sports in the last 24 hours. Apart from that, there are different updates on different sports in this article below.
In the following article, we will have a look at the major updates from the sporting world in the last 24 hours.
Football
Kylian Mbappe’s X account hacked, shares controversial posts
French footballer Kylian Mbappe found himself engaged in a controversy as his X handle got hacked. Various controversial posts were shared on Mbappe’s X handle that caught the attention of the fans in no time. In one of the tweets, Mbappe hailed Cristiano Ronaldo and shared derogatory remarks for Lionel Messi. In other posts from Mbappe’s hacked account various posts were shared in support of Manchester City and even promoted a bitcoin named $MBAPPE.
Bournemouth sign Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga on season long deal
Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has found a new club as Bournemouth FC have signed him for a season long loan deal. The Premier league club had earlier signed Kepa Arrizabalaga for €71 million making him the most expensive goalkeeper in the world.
Arsenal to go for Joan Garcia, replace Aaron Ramsdale
Arsenal are looking to add a Spanish goalkeeper in their lineup by replacing Aaron Ramsdale. As per the report from the Athletic, Joan Garcia, who currently plays for Espanyol, are on the radar of the North London club. On the other hand, Aaron Ramsdale is set to join Southampton for £25m.
Liverpool agree deal for Federico Chiesa with Juventus: Reports
Liverpool have reportedly agreed a £10 million deal with Juventus for their Italian winger Federico Chiesa, who has flown to England to complete the move. The shock move to Liverpool for Federico Chiesa also includes a further £2.5 million in add-ons, which is going to be based on the performance of the team.
Major Football Results in Last 24 Hours
League Cup 2024-25
Wolves 2-0 Burnley
West Ham 1-0 Bournemouth
Nottingham Forest 1-1 (3-4) Newcastle United
UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Play-offs
Qarabag 0-2 (0-5) Dinamo Zagreb
Slavia Praha 2-1 (2-3) Lille
Saudi Pro League 2024-25
Al Hilal 3-2 Damac, 2024
Al Wehda 2-1 Al Orobah, 2024
Shooting
Manu Bhaker recalls her conversation with PM Narendra Modi as a 16 years old
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, who won two bronze medals in the 2024 Paris Olympics, recalled her conversion with the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi when she first met him in 2018 as a 16-year old. She that that Modi motivated her and told her that she will be very successful in future. She also revealed the PM Modi motivated her when she failed to win a medal in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
Badminton
I want to be Virat Kohli of Indian Badminton: Lakshay Sen
India’s young badminton sensation Lakshya Sen had a memorable campaign in the 2024 Paris Olympics but failed to win a medal. In his recent podcast with the YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, Lakshya revealed that he wants to become the Virat Kohli of Indian badminton. “I want to be the Virat Kohli of Indian badminton in the coming years – he has done a lot for Indian cricket,” Lakshya Sen in a podcast.
Hockey
Pakistan hockey team took loan for air tickets to China for Asian Champions Trophy 2024
In a disheartening turn of events, Pakistan’s hockey team took loan for their air tickets to fly to China to participate in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024. Pakistan recently enjoyed success at the Azlan Shah Cup by winning silver a few months ago. The team’s poor economic state came into focus during a press briefing when Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) President Tariq Bugti mentioned that funds are expected to arrive soon.
Formula 1
Williams Racing replace Logan Sargeant with Franco Colapinto for rest of F1 season
Williams Racing made an announcement that that Franco Colapinto will race with the team for the remainder of the 2024 FIA Formula 1 World Championship season, replacing Logan Sargeant in the team. With his #43 race number, he will compete for Williams Racing from the Italian Grand Prix alongside his teammate Alex Albon.
