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Power: 220 and 280 horsepower
Torque: 350 and 360Nm
Transmission: eight-speed automatic
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UAE fixtures
Monday, June 19
Sri Lanka v UAE, Queen’s Sports Club
Wednesday, June 21
Oman v UAE, Bulawayo Athletic Club
Friday, June 23
Scotland v UAE, Bulawayo Athletic Club
Tuesday, June 27
Ireland v UAE, Bulawayo Athletic Club
How I connect with my kids when working or travelling
Little notes: My girls often find a letter from me, with a joke, task or some instructions for the afternoon, and saying what I’m excited for when I get home.
Phone call check-in: My kids know that at 3.30pm I’ll be free for a quick chat.
Highs and lows: Instead of a “how was your day?”, at dinner or at bathtime we share three highlights; one thing that didn’t go so well; and something we’re looking forward to.
I start, you next: In the morning, I often start a little Lego project or drawing, and ask them to work on it while I’m gone, then we’ll finish it together.
Bedtime connection: Wake up and sleep time are important moments. A snuggle, some proud words, listening, a story. I can’t be there every night, but I can start the day with them.
Undivided attention: Putting the phone away when I get home often means sitting in the car to send a last email, but leaving it out of sight between home time and bedtime means you can connect properly.
Demystify, don’t demonise your job: Help them understand what you do, where and why. Show them your workplace if you can, then it’s not so abstract when you’re away - they’ll picture you there. Invite them into your “other” world so they know more about the different roles you have.