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Rory McIlroy expected to rejoin PGA Tour policy board after surprising resignation: reports

Rory McIlroy is expected to rejoin the PGA Tour’s Policy Board months after his surprising resignation from his position as player director, according to multiple reports. McIlroy, who resigned in November citing “personal and professional commitments,” is expected to rejoin pending the board’s approval, a decision that could come as early as this week, ESPN reported Tuesday. Rory McIlroy of …

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Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. pitches himself to NFL GMs in moving letter ahead of 2024 NFL Draft

Michael Penix Jr. will hear his name called this week to join an NFL team, one that could be looking to him to be their next franchise quarterback. This 2024 NFL Draft is stuffed with quarterback talent, with many expected to be taken in the first round. But with names like Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniel, Drake Maye and J.J. McCarthy …

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World Anti-Doping Agency stands by decision to clear Chinese swimmers before 2021 Tokyo Olympics

The World Anti-Doping Agency said after reviewing various media reports that it stands by its decision to clear 23 Chinese swimmers who tested positive for a banned heart medication before the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. WADA addressed questions at a news conference on Monday and acknowledged there would be skepticism about details of the case after the release on Sunday of …

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Antisemitism at Columbia University 'pains me to see,' Patriots owner Robert Kraft says

New England Patriots team owner Robert Kraft said Monday night he “never thought” he would see such hate and vitriol against Jewish people ever in the United States. Kraft, who has announced that he is pulling support for his alma mater Columbia University, appeared on Fox News Channel’s “Hannity” to talk about his decision. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE …

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Umpire who ejected Yankees' Aaron Boone doubles down despite manager calling it 'embarrassing'

A wild scene unfolded at Yankee Stadium just five pitches into the game, as home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt tossed New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone from the game. However, it appeared a fan screaming toward Wendelstedt triggered the veteran umpire to eject Boone, who had words with him just seconds earlier, from the game. After the Oakland Athletics won, …

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Ex-French Olympian rips Joel Embiid for choosing to play for Team USA over France at Paris Olympics

A former French Olympian ripped Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid in a recent interview over the center’s decision to play for Team USA in the upcoming Paris Olympics. Embiid, who is originally from Cameroon, was granted French citizenship in July 2022 and American citizenship in September 2022. He said he chose to play for Team USA because of his family, …

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NFL Draft prospects Joe Alt, Bo Nix enjoy Black Hawk flight over Detroit with National Guard thanks to USAA

Before offensive tackle Joe Alt and quarterback Bo Nix experience Detroit at the 2024 NFL Draft this upcoming Thursday, they got a once-in-a-lifetime experience flying in a Black Hawk helicopter over the city. Thanks to USAA, the official “Salute to Service” partner of the NFL, Alt and Nix traveled to Selfridge Air National Guard Base just outside of Detroit to …

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NBA champ blasts Gayle King over Caitlin Clark remark during interview with Dawn Staley

NBA champion Stephen Jackson ripped CBS host Gayle King over her interview with South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley earlier this month. Staley led the Gamecocks to an undefeated season en route to winning her third championship at the helm of South Carolina. King interviewed Staley on April 7 on CBS and said, “We were all cheering for …

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Scottie Scheffler's torrid run continues, winning RBC Heritage one week after Masters victory

Scottie Scheffler’s scorching hot run on the PGA Tour continued this past weekend, where he won the RBC Heritage, fresh off acquiring a second career green jacket at the Masters. The amount of pressure and emotions that comes with a Masters victory — Scheffler won by four strokes at Augusta National — can drain a player, especially one who was …

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Caitlin Clark's start in WNBA will act as her tryout for a spot on the US women's Olympic basketball team

Caitlin Clark’s early play in WNBA will serve as her tryout for a spot on the U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team. The women’s roster for the Paris Games won’t be determined before June 1. Unable to attend the U.S. training camp this month, Clark will have the start of her WNBA career to show the U.S. women’s basketball selection committee …

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