Farewells for Phil and Alun Wyn as Joneses bow out – Friday’s sporting social
Phil Jones announced he was leaving Manchester United before Wales great Alun Wyn Jones called time on his long international career.
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Football
Phil Jones paid tribute to Manchester United fans after it was confirmed he will be leaving the club.
Manchester United remembered Sir Alex Ferguson’s final game as a manager.
Aaron Ramsdale reflected on his time at Arsenal after signing a new contract.
Declan Rice celebrated West Ham reaching the Europa Conference League final.
Chelsea reminisced about their Champions League final win over Bayern Munich.
Rugby union
An emotional day for Alun Wyn Jones and Welsh rugby.
Tributes were also paid to flanker Justin Tipuric following his own retirement from Wales duty.
Golf
Tom Kim got a bit muddy at the US PGA Championship.
Snooker
It makes perfect, Ronnie!