Tonight's rugby news as Wales rookies 'have no fear' and Cardiff flanker returns from England
Here are the latest rugby evening headlines on Friday, July 1.
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Hamilton 2nd fastest around Silverstone as Mercedes' upgrades seem to do the trick
Ferrari's Carlos Sainz topped second practice ahead of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, with home favourite Lewis Hamiton coming in second place.
Malcolm Ebiowei explains snubbing Manchester United but names Cristiano Ronaldo as idol
Malcolm Ebiowei has revealed why he turned down the chance to join Manchester United in favour of a move to Crystal Palace.
Arsenal drop further Gabriel Jesus hint as Man City striker appears on club shop
On Monday, Gabriel Jesus was spotted at a London hospital with Arsenal's sporting director, and on Thursday, a 'leaked' video appeared online showing the Manchester City striker at the Emirates Stadium in a Gunners shirt.
Hugo Ekitike drops bombshell as Newcastle told transfer target wants to stay at Stade de Reims
Hugo Ekitike has informed Stade de Reims boss Oscar Garcia that he wants to stay at the club - just weeks after Newcastle United had a bid accepted for the highly-rated striker.
Jota Celtic transfer coup highlighted as game when star 'smashed Real Madrid' revealed
Jota made a name for himself at Celtic last season with his smart play - something that's been evident in his attacking arsenal since he was a teenager at Benfica.
Patrick Vieira brings second summer signing in as Sam Johnstone makes Crystal Palace transfer
Crystal Palace have announced their second piece of incoming transfer business for the summer by signing goalkeeper Sam Johnstone on a free transfer.
Bottas tops Hamilton as rain delays Mercedes intrigue
Valtteri Bottas set a surprise pace ahead of home favourite Lewis Hamilton in first practice for the British GP, as rain at Silverstone delayed any findings into whether Mercedes had truly closed the gap at the front.