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The Premier League has published a story suggesting that Jose Mourinho is returning to Chelsea.

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West Ham seals the deal on Liverpool's Andy Carroll

West Ham United has announced that Liverpool's Andy Carroll will be joining the Hammers on a six-year contract for an undisclosed, Club record fee.

West Ham United's Andy Carroll. Credit: Jon Buckle/PA Wire

The signing represents a significant step for the Club as they prepare to move to the 54,000-seater Olympic Stadium in 2016, with Carroll set to play a central role having committed his long-term future to the Hammers.

The 24-year-old England international, who will wear number 9 for his new side, netted seven goals for Sam Allardyce's team as West Ham made a strong return to the Barclays Premier League by finishing tenth.

"It's fantastic for me to be here. I really enjoyed last season, and that shows in me coming back and making it permanent," said Carroll.

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Murray faces extra-tough path to Wimbledon final

Murray lost last year's Wimbledon final to Roger Federer. Credit: PA

Andy Murray was confirmed as the second seed for the Wimbledon men's singles today and French Open champion Rafael Nadal is a potential quarter-final opponent.

Nadal is still climbing back up the world rankings after a long spell out with a knee injury and fellow Spaniard David Ferrer gets the fourth seed spot.

It means that the French Open champion could play Murray, Novak Djokovic or Roger Federer as early as the quarter-finals.

And Andy Murray could face an unusually tough route of a Nadal quarter-final, Federer (world number 3) in the semi-final and Djokovic (world number 1) in the final.

Tennis fans will not know for sure until the official Wimbledon draw is made on Friday.

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Venus Williams pulls out of Wimbledon

Venus Williams
Venus Williams Credit: Stephen Pond/PA Wire/Press Association Images

Venus Williams has announced via her Facebook page that she will not be participating in Wimbledon this year, due to an existing back injury.

"Unfortunately, I will not be able to participate in Wimbledon this year. I am extremely disappointed as I have always loved The Championships, but I need to take time to let my back heal.

"I look forward to returning to the courts as soon as possible, with my goal being to return to Mylan World Team Tennis on July 8th in Washington DC.

"Many thanks to my fans for the love and support and I will be seeing you very soon back on the courts."

Royal Ascot gets underway Meridian

PICTURES: Crowds cheer Queen at Ascot

Queen Elizabeth II during day one of the Royal Ascot meeting at Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire. Credit: PA

Cheering crowds and ecstatic racegoers greeted the Queen as she made a grand entrance to Royal Ascot.

She rode in a carriage with the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall at the head of a procession which travelled along the course past stands packed with punters.

The famous five-day meeting is as much a social event as an important sporting fixture and attracts some of the best thoroughbreds, jockeys and trainers in the world.

The Prince of Wales talks to Princess Michael of Kent during day one of the Royal Ascot meeting. Credit: PA

Among the famous faces at the Berkshire racecourse on Tuesday were opera singer Katherine Jenkins, Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and BBC sports presenter Gary Lineker.

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Gareth Bale applies to trademark goal celebration logo

Spurs forward Gareth Bale could stand to make up to £3 million a year if he successfully manages to trademark a logo based on his goal celebration, a heart-shaped hand gesture he dedicates to his long-time girlfriend.

Bale has filed an application to the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) to trademark the "Eleven of Hearts" logo, which copies the goal celebration with a number 11 - his shirt number - inside the heart.

Gareth Bale celebrates scoring a goal for Wales with the heart-shaped hand gesture.
Gareth Bale celebrates scoring a goal for Wales with the heart-shaped hand gesture. Credit: Nick Potts/PA Archive/Press Association Images

Nigel Currie, director of sports marketing agency Brand-Rapport, said the trademark could make Bale a third of his overall income and up to £3 million a year if an independent tribunal gives him the green light.

"The possibilities are huge for Gareth Bale. Once he has that right he can cash in on it and become a more well-known player", Mr Currie said

"Beckham does various things for various brands, but having this logo gives you the opportunity to use it as the brand image".

Boris on court for London charity

The Mayor stepped on court at the Queen's Club yesterday in a charity match to help raise money for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.

The campaign hopes to give something back to the Royal Marsden Hospital which is currently treating British tennis player Ross Hutchins for Hodgkins Lymphoma.

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Beckham arrives in China to cheers from fans

David Beckham has arrived in China to cheers from excited football fans.

After announcing his retirement last month, the former England Captain has travelled to China to fulfil his role as a global football ambassador for the country.

The 37-year-old is tasked with promoting the Chinese Super League, whose reputation has been tarnished after recent corruption scandals.

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