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Steven Gerrard says his ambition is to take Aston Villa back on a "European journey" by emulating the success of this weekend's opponents Leicester City, whose manager Brendan Rodgers has had a profound influence on his own career.

Joe Root is well aware that The Ashes series will define his legacy as captain as he looks forward to the "great opportunity" of trying to win the urn in Australia.

Lewis Hamilton will start on pole position for the Saudi Arabian GP after title rival Max Verstappen let the chance to head the grid slip by hitting the wall on the final corner of qualifying.

Australia have named their team for the first Ashes Test three days ahead of time, with left-arm quick Mitchell Starc keeping his place and Travis Head completing the batting line-up.