On this day in 2011: Ricky Hatton announces retirement from boxing
On this day in 2011, former two-weight world champion Ricky Hatton announced his retirement from boxing at the age of 32.
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On this day in 2017 – Joe Root makes 184no in first innings as England captain
Joe Root marked his first outing as England Test captain with an unbeaten 184 against South Africa at Lord’s on this day in 2017.
On this day in 2014 – Mark Cavendish crashes out of Tour de France on first day
A late crash ended Mark Cavendish’s Tour de France on the opening day as the 101st event got underway in Yorkshire on this day in 2014
On this day in 2007: Fernando Torres signs for Liverpool
Liverpool broke their transfer record to sign Spain striker Fernando Torres from Atletico Madrid on this day in 2007.
On this day in 2010: Roy Hodgson confirmed as new manager of Liverpool
Roy Hodgson was confirmed as the new manager of Liverpool on a three-year contract on this day in 2010.
On This Day in 2013 – Nico Rosberg wins British Grand Prix despite reprimand
Nico Rosberg was reprimanded by stewards for failing to slow for yellow flags during the British Grand Prix – but he kept his race win on this day in 2013.
On this day in 2009 – New Centre Court roof closed for first time at Wimbledon
Wimbledon’s new Centre Court roof was closed for the first time for a match on this day in 2009.
On this day in 2018: Wayne Rooney leaves Everton to join MLS side DC United
Former England striker Wayne Rooney left Everton to join DC United in Major League Soccer on this day in 2018.