Today’s back pages: XXXX it! Australia and Steve Smith toast Ashes win

A round-up of the sport headlines from UK newspapers on 9 September

Australia players celebrate their Ashes series victory after the fourth Test at Old Trafford
Australia players celebrate their Ashes series victory after the fourth Test at Old Trafford
(Image credit: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

After the heroics of Headingley there was to be “no more miracles” for England, says Metro, as Australia won the fourth Test and retained the Ashes.

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