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Pictures: Who said what in the world of sport at the weekend

Tuchel, Verstappen, Lewandowski and Suarez's comment hit the headlines

Published: May 24, 2021 13:42 Matthew Smith, Sport Editor

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Luiz Suarez celebrates — “I had to live through a difficult situation, starting the season being under-appreciated and Atletico opened the door to give me the chance to show that I could still be a force.” - Luis Suarez after scoring the goal that gave Atletico Madrid La Liga title. He was released by Barcelona last season. Image Credit: AP

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Britain's Adam Peaty — “I don’t want to sound arrogant, but that was an outstanding swim.” - British Olympic swimming champion Adam Peaty on winning the 50m breaststroke at the European Championships. Image Credit: Reuters

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Bayern Munich's Polish forward Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal and his 41st season goal against Augsburg — “It was like being in a science fiction film.” - Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski after scoring a last-minute goal in Bayern Munich’s 5-2 win over Augsburg which gave him a record 41st goal in the Bundesliga this season. Image Credit: AFP

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Pep Guardiola in tears as Aguero leaves — “We love him so much. He’s a special person for all of us. We can’t replace him.” - Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola on Sergio Aguero who signed off with two goals in the 5-0 rout of Everton. Image Credit: AP

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Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel during the clash with Real Madrid — “We are lucky to escape today.” - Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel after his team lost at Aston Villa but still made the Champions League after Leicester were defeated by Tottenham. Image Credit: Reuters

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Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, right, celebrates with Georginio Wijnaldum after scoring his sides third goal.ier League soccer match between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield Stadium — "I have to start a new adventure. I knew I went to a big club. I remember that I was sitting in the living room and the manager said when I come to Liverpool we would win prizes. I am happy it went that well. It would have been really painful to leave the club without any.” - Georginio Wijnaldum after his final appearance for Liverpool. Image Credit: AP

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Charles Leclerc before the Monaco Grand Prix — “In the garage it was very difficult to feel OK, but I guess now I’m getting used to this feeling here unfortunately. I’ve never finished a race here - this year, I don’t start it. It’s a difficult one to take and I also feel for the team.” - Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc who was unable to start Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix despite taking pole position. Image Credit: AP

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Red Bull driver Max Verstappen celebrates with his team after winning the Monaco Grand Prix — “First of all, I want to say that actions always speak louder than words. I think that’s a good lesson after this weekend.” - Monaco GP winner Max Verstappen in a veiled swipe at Lewis Hamilton who had suggested the Dutch driver had plenty to prove. Image Credit: AP

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“I’m excited to show the world that my times aren’t a fluke. I can run, I am pretty, and I am a force to be reckoned with. I want all the women and the world to watch out.” - US sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson despite losing to Britain’s Dina Asher-Smith in the 100m at the Gateshead Diamond League meeting. Image Credit: AFP

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