Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including:

• The Gabba Curator has aimed to prepare the pitch to have good carry, pace and bounce for the third test
• Marcus Stoinis wants to bring "some long overdue success" to the Melbourne Stars as captain this season
• FIFA set to confirm Saudi Arabia as host of the 2034 World Cup

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