Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the best examples from September 9.
Football
Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson led by example.
Kevin De Bruyne celebrated being named the Professional Footballers' Association's player of the year.
PFA Players' Player of the year 🏆 pic.twitter.com/5DlirRNOMG — Kevin De Bruyne (@DeBruyneKev) September 9, 2020
The Belgian was congratulated by last year's winner, Virgil Van Dijk.
Not a bad one to win I guess 😉 Congratulations well deserved big man! 👊🏽🔥 — Virgil van Dijk (@VirgilvDijk) September 9, 2020
Liverpool made sure their followers did not miss the news that Trent Alexander-Arnold was awarded the young player accolade.
ICYMI | @trentaa98 was named PFA Young Player of the Year last night 🙌 TAA, Robbo, Virg, Hendo and Sadio also all made it into the @PFA Premier League Team of the Year 🙌 #PFAawards pic.twitter.com/UCqXQu38Pt — Liverpool FC (@LFC) September 9, 2020 Humbled. Thank you. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/xa5OO5lFgq
— Trent Alexander-Arnold (@trentaa98) September 9, 2020
Manchester United's new signing met the gaffer.
Donny, meet Ole 🤝#MUFC @Donny_Beek6 pic.twitter.com/DZtjYqB9wC — Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 9, 2020
And then finally got into training.
Settling right in at the Aon Training Complex 📍#MUFC pic.twitter.com/8imjkpFHLx — Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 9, 2020
Aston Villa and Ollie Watkins finally got the job done.
"Finally." 😅#WatkinsAnnounced pic.twitter.com/4fWFBuCvwp — Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) September 9, 2020
Wise words from Mesut Ozil.
Don't listen to the critics. Just focus on yourself 🙏🏼 #AskMesut https://t.co/EUkThpQpsO — Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) September 9, 2020
Before going after Arsenal's rivals Tottenham.
If I don't want to win a cup, I should go there 🏆😉 #YaGunnersYa❤️#AskMesut https://t.co/j6O0l7nV0P — Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) September 9, 2020
Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips reacted to his first taste of England action.
What a decade for Conor Coady!
Raheem Sterling is itching to get back out there.
Jordan Pickford enjoyed his time with the Three Lions.
Andy Carroll dined with the Cherries.
Big news for the Ferdinands.
Rio also talked up Cristiano Ronaldo's achievements.
This guy... 101 International Goals 😂😂😂@Cristiano — Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) September 9, 2020
Real Madrid dropped their new third kit.
😎💥 New kit vibes... @adidasfootball pic.twitter.com/kDgfixVAgs — Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) September 9, 2020
What an impact!
15-year-old Louis Boyd – remember the name!#EFL | #WhereStarsAreMade | #EveryGameMatters | @officialgtfc pic.twitter.com/bF99vmh5YP — EFL Trophy (@EFL_Trophy_) September 9, 2020
Alex Greenwood returned to Manchester.
LETS GO @ManCity 💙 #27 pic.twitter.com/sAQUSaBvcz — Alex Greenwood (@AlexGreenwood) September 9, 2020
Sheffield United welcomed their newest signing.
When you see Bramall Lane for the first time as a Blade 😍 pic.twitter.com/ilEyfxPVRF — Sheffield United (@SheffieldUnited) September 9, 2020
Olivier Giroud has written a book.
Surprise ! Heureux de partager avec vous ce livre dans lequel je me suis livré à cœur ouvert. Il faut toujours y croire. @EditionsPlon pic.twitter.com/MWoH73SeWO — Olivier Giroud (@_OlivierGiroud_) September 9, 2020
West Ham vowed to make amends to disgruntled fans.
This also applies to anyone who has bought a new shirt with Bowen 17 on – those fans will also be sent a replacement by the Club in the coming days.#COYI ⚒ pic.twitter.com/KSINGiO8oX — West Ham United (@WestHam) September 9, 2020
Fernandinho is ready to go.
Back! Looking forward to this new season. 🙌🏾 #cmoncity pic.twitter.com/ZU6RK88fIf — Fernandinho (@fernandinho) September 9, 2020
Jan Vertonghen welcomed Toby Alderweireld to Belgium's 100 club.
🥳 @JanVertonghen welcomes @AlderweireldTob in the 💯 club! 🇧🇪😈 pic.twitter.com/ZwYt8BygqU — Belgian Red Devils (@BelRedDevils) September 9, 2020
Victor Moses helped his former club Wigan.
Wigan Athletic will always have a special place in my heart.I have so many incredible memories from my time there and the people of Wigan&everyone associated with the club have always been so good to me and my family.We must do all we can to protect the future of this great club. pic.twitter.com/MgWALX35Nh — Victor Moses (@VictorMoses) September 9, 2020
Cricket
Stuart Broad was riding the waves.
What a grab!
BOOM! What a catch from Cornwall! 55 is the target for us to win #ZouksSaChaud #CPL20 #GAWvSLZ pic.twitter.com/oFOEKvwlL6 — St Lucia Zouks (@Zouksonfire) September 8, 2020
The best T20 batsman in the world!
Chris Jordan was satisfied with another series win.
What a spell.
Former Australia coach Darren Lehmann has made some changes.
As you might know, on my 50th birthday, I had a heart attack, which resulted in a triple bypass. That's why supporting the @HeartFoundationAU is so important to me. Join me this OCT as I take part in #MyMarathon2020. Sign up/donate below! 👇https://t.co/v8KsMxBrC9 pic.twitter.com/FaGvPrgD3b — Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) September 9, 2020
Darren Gough sampled some wine.
Tennis
Naomi Osaka continued to highlight issues of racial injustice as she marched into the US Open semi-finals.
— NaomiOsaka大坂なおみ (@naomiosaka) September 9, 2020 I often wonder if what I'm doing is resonating and reaching as many people as I hope. That being said, I tried to hold it in on set but after watching these back I cried so much. The strength and the character both of these parents have is beyond me. Love you both, thank you ❤️ https://t.co/FSDLtWNJDr — NaomiOsaka大坂なおみ (@naomiosaka) September 9, 2020
Formula One
Max Verstappen worked hard ahead of this weekend's trip to Mugello.
New race, new opportunities! 👀 set on Mugello #KeepPushing #TuscanGP pic.twitter.com/oYRvWKZJyZ — Max Verstappen (@Max33Verstappen) September 9, 2020
While Daniil Kvyat looked forward to his visit to the track.
With Mugello, I have good memories of the track, particularly winning in Formula Renault many years ago. I enjoyed driving there, it's a very interesting track; I would even say one of the most impressive ones. #F1 #TuscanGP #DK26 pic.twitter.com/EMSm0sgE3b — Daniil Kvyat (@kvyatofficial) September 9, 2020
UFC
Conor McGregor was hard at it.
Boxing
Nicola Adams bigged up her mates.
I don't have a lot of friends but I have the best ones. Because, I choose quality over quantity 💯 #dayones pic.twitter.com/Tl7EUBt34N — Nicola Adams (@NicolaAdamsOBE) September 9, 2020
Ricky Hatton found some portraits.
Darts
Wayne Mardle had a fright.
Seriously now!!!! I didn't scream....much. pic.twitter.com/8zipik7cY9 — Wayne Mardle (@Wayne501Mardle) September 9, 2020
