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 October 26.
Football
Tributes were paid to Walter Smith.
Steven Gerrard speaks on the loss of our former manager, chairman and club legend, Walter Smith. pic.twitter.com/zKY7wwTf6F
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) October 26, 2021
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the former Scotland national coach, and one of the most successful managers in Scottish football history, Walter Smith.
The thoughts of everyone at the Scottish FA are with his friends and family at this time. pic.twitter.com/CP2TzXLm51
— Scottish FA (@ScottishFA) October 26, 2021
Celtic Football Club expresses its deepest sympathies following the sad news that former Rangers and Scotland Manager, Walter Smith, has passed away.
Walter was a tremendous servant to Scottish football and everyone at #CelticFC sends their heartfelt condolences.
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) October 26, 2021
A very sad day for football. Walter Smith OBE, former Rangers, Scotland and Everton manager, has passed away. A man held in high regard by all his players.
Our thoughts are with Walter’s loved ones at this tough time. ?
— Everton (@Everton) October 26, 2021
Devastated to hear the sad news about Walter Smith. Great man and a legend of the game. Condolences go to all his family and friends. RIP Walter ?? pic.twitter.com/ElaHbprwZV
— Wayne Rooney (@WayneRooney) October 26, 2021
Marina and my heartfelt sympathies are with Walter’s wife Ethel & his boys. Though we were on opposing sides on the pitch, he was a real footballing friend off of it. He was respected by all and one of the few able to transcend rivalries. Today we have lost a truly great man. RIP
— Sir Kenny Dalglish (? & ?) (@kennethdalglish) October 26, 2021
Thoughts, prayers and condolences with Walter Smith’s family and loved ones today. Heartbreaking to lose another great of Scottish football. A man of wisdom, dignity and integrity whose legacy will live on. May he rest in peace ? pic.twitter.com/41alZ1TYsw
— Andy Robertson (@andrewrobertso5) October 26, 2021
Rest in Peace Walter Smith ?
— Liam Cooper (@LiamCooper__) October 26, 2021
It is such sad news for me personally as he was the reason I joined @Everton I cannot thank him enough for believing in me, signing me for this great club and giving me the honour of being Captain! R.I.P. Walter Smith a true gentleman ⭐️???⚽️?⭐️
— Kevin Campbell (@1kevincampbell) October 26, 2021
The manager pays tribute to Walter Smith. pic.twitter.com/k9r3d3E7xu
— Motherwell FC (@MotherwellFC) October 26, 2021
Everyone at Manchester United is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Walter Smith.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Walter’s friends and family at this extremely difficult time. pic.twitter.com/A2gNf7rytY
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 26, 2021
Very sad news from Scotland. Our thoughts and prayers are with Walter Smith’s loved ones. https://t.co/dlyjN3VlOr
— FIFA.com (@FIFAcom) October 26, 2021
I am deeply deeply saddened by the passing of Walter Smith. He brought me to Rangers. He was an incredible man, the best. His words of wisdom will always stick with me. Football lost a great man today. My condolences to the Smith family. RIP Gaffer ? pic.twitter.com/6KJI5vHEb2
— DaMarcus Beasley (@DaMarcusBeasley) October 26, 2021
It’s Austrian National Day…
Happy #AustrianNationalDay, boss! ❤️?? pic.twitter.com/w61d7XobrV
— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) October 26, 2021
Happy Austrian National Day to all our Hornets celebrating! ?? pic.twitter.com/NQ6sg2MEgn
— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) October 26, 2021
Happy birthdays…
Wishing a very happy birthday to @Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman! ? pic.twitter.com/EEfnTlkbFZ
— England (@England) October 26, 2021
Wishing former #NUFC defender Steve Howey a very happy birthday!
Have a good one, @stevehowey624! ?⚫️⚪️ pic.twitter.com/kdf07Ai1Sn
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) October 26, 2021
Cricket
Tough life for KP.
Today’s V I B E ? pic.twitter.com/LsC6bDJIWE
— Kevin Pietersen? (@KP24) October 26, 2021
Swimming
Adam Peaty is fully invested in Strictly Come Dancing.
I should’ve probably got my legs spray tanned too. Completely forgot my actual job requires me to be almost naked ? pic.twitter.com/7kFXmi6Je8
— Adam Peaty MBE (@adam_peaty) October 26, 2021
MMA
Conor McGregor had some advice for Manchester United.
The issue at United is it’s just bunch of youngfellas talking to each other. Peers. You need some one above the group chat to take the helm. Ole was on the bench when Ronaldo played. A peer. Not enough. Love and respect Ole to the max but his role needs rearranged. My opinion.
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) October 26, 2021
Formula One
McLaren looked back on Mika Hakkinen’s first win.
#OnThisDay 24 years ago Mika Hakkinen claimed his maiden F1 victory! ? pic.twitter.com/TfmEGS5SR0
— McLaren (@McLarenF1) October 26, 2021
And Alain Prost’s second title success from 1986.
#OnThisDay Alain Prost won his second World Championship title. ? pic.twitter.com/IMuVXFaviq
— McLaren (@McLarenF1) October 26, 2021
Williams also turned the clock back.
#OnThisDay 24 years ago, Jacques Villeneuve claimed the 1997 World Championship! ? pic.twitter.com/IGzoRFQBAd
— Williams Racing (@WilliamsRacing) October 26, 2021
