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Scheffler career Slam chances blowing in Shinnecock winds

Scottie Scheffler's chances of winning the US Open to complete a career Grand Slam might just come down to how the fickle winds of Shinnecock blow this weekend.

McIlroy seven back but likes his chances at US Open

Three bogeys in a row and a double bogey on the back nine doomed Rory McIlroy's hopes of pushing the leaders Friday at the US Open, but he fancies his chances just the same.

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Bayern lament lack of 'killer' instinct after PSG elimination

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer bemoaned his side's lack of killer instinct in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final elimination at the hands of holders Paris Saint-Germain.

Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final

Holders Paris Saint-Germain set up a Champions League final against Arsenal after a 1-1 second-leg draw at Bayern Munich secured a 6-5 aggregate victory on Wednesday.

Kentucky Derby-winner Golden Tempo to skip Preakness Stakes

Kentucky Derby-winner Golden Tempo will not run in the Preakness Stakes, history-making trainer Cherie DeVaux said Wednesday, dashing hopes of a Triple Crown challenge in 2026.

No timeline for injury return for 'frustrated' Doncic

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic says it's still unclear when he'll return from a hamstring strain that has sidelined him for the team's NBA playoff campaign.

Diallo says Manchester United squad happy if Carrick stays

Amad Diallo has no doubt "everyone" at Manchester United would be pleased to see Michael Carrick carry on as head coach next season.

'Motivated' McIlroy ready to tee it up for first time since second Masters win

Rory McIlroy says he's "more motivated" than ever after bagging his second Masters title to take his tally of major championships to six.

Klaasen knock fires Hyderabad top of IPL

South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen smacked 69 to help Sunrisers Hyderabad climb to the top of the IPL table with a convincing 33-run win over Punjab Kings on Wednesday.

Villa's future is bright even if Europa dream ends: Emery

Unai Emery said Wednesday his Aston Villa side can still challenge for silverware in future even if they fall short in their Europa League semi-final against Nottingham Forest.

Departing Glasner wants no sadness as Palace eye European glory

Oliver Glasner has insisted that "now is not the time to get melancholic" as he tries to guide Crystal Palace to their first major European trophy before leaving the club at the end of the season.

Seixas targets victory in Tour warm-up race

Budding French star Paul Seixas said on Wednesday he is aiming to win the main preparation race ahead of July's Tour de France.

FIFA extends Prestianni ban worldwide

FIFA announced on Wednesday it had extended Gianluca Prestianni's suspension worldwide after the Benfica winger was originally banned by European football's governing body UEFA.

Forest to make late decision on Gibbs-White fitness for Villa Europa semi

Nottingham Forest will make a late call on Morgan Gibbs-White's fitness as they prepare for the second leg of their Europa League semi-final at Aston Villa on Thursday.

Simeone, Atletico at crossroads after Arsenal Champions League KO

Arsenal's Champions League elimination of Atletico Madrid condemned Diego Simeone's side to a fifth straight season without silverware, inevitably raising questions over the Argentine coach's future.

Asia football fans sweat on broadcast rights as World Cup nears

Swathes of football-mad Asia from China and India to Malaysia and Thailand are yet to confirm broadcast rights for the biggest-ever World Cup with kick-off barely one month away.

Strasbourg on verge of European final amid fan displeasure at owners BlueCo

Strasbourg could this week reach the first European final in their history, at the end of a turbulent season for the club which belongs to the same BlueCo consortium that owns Chelsea.

Thunder overpower Lakers, Pistons down Cavs

The Oklahoma City Thunder overpowered LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 on Tuesday to grab a 1-0 lead in their NBA Western Conference semi-final series.

Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Tuesday defended World Cup ticket prices, insisting that football's global governing body was obliged to take advantage of US laws that allow tickets to be resold for thousands of dollars above face value.

Pistons hold off Cavs to win series-opener

Cade Cunningham scored 23 points as the Detroit Pistons held off a second-half rally to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 and take a 1-0 lead in their NBA Eastern Conference semi-final playoff series on Tuesday.

Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Delivers Record $2.7 Billion in Retail Sales for 2025, Targets $4 Billion and 1,500 U.S. Polo Assn. Stores

WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / USPA Global, the company that manages U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), today announced that the global sports brand has delivered a record $2.7 billion in worldwide retail sales in 2025, reflecting strong momentum across global markets, channels, and product categories. U.S. Polo Assn. is advancing toward a long‑term goal of $4 billion in global retail sales and 1,500 branded stores worldwide.

Arsenal on cusp of history after reaching Champions League final

Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to use the "energy and belief" generated by reaching the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years as fuel to complete an historic double.

Wembanyama accused of 'obvious' illegal blocking

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama was accused Tuesday by the Minnesota Timberwolves of repeated illegal goaltending violations during their first NBA playoff clash.

NFL star Diggs cleared of assaulting personal chef

Former New England Patriots star Stefon Diggs was acquitted Tuesday of charges that he assaulted his live-in personal chef.

Fans 'set the standards' at rocking Emirates: Arteta

Mikel Arteta said that Arsenal fans "set the standards" after the Gunners reached the Champions League final with a 2-1 aggregate win against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.

Rahm doesn't see 'many ways out' of multi-year LIV deal

Two-time major champion Jon Rahm revealed he has several years remaining on his LIV Golf contract and doesn't "see many ways out" after agreeing to a new deal that allows him to play on the DP World Tour.

Saka ends Arsenal's 20-year wait to reach Champions League final

Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years as Bukayo Saka sealed a 1-0 win against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.

LIV Golf boss sees hope for new sponsors beyond 2026

LIV Golf sees hope in finding new financial sponsors to carry the series beyond this season, when its vast Saudi funding will end, even though chief executive officer Scott O'Neil was short on details in comments Tuesday.

Mickelson pulls out of PGA Championship for family issues

Six-time major winner Phil Mickelson has withdrawn from next week's PGA Championship at Aronimink, citing a personal health matter within his family, the tournament announced on Tuesday.

Wales rugby great Halfpenny to retire

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny announced on Tuesday he will retire at the end of the season, bringing down the curtain on a career spanning nearly two decades.

Rahm says player concessions needed to save LIV Golf

Jon Rahm, thrilled at a new deal allowing him to play on the DP World Tour, said Tuesday he expects LIV Golf players must make concessions to save the series.

Bowlers, Samson keep Chennai afloat in IPL playoff race

Disciplined bowling and an unbeaten 87 by opener Sanju Samson helped Chennai Super Kings stay in the hunt for the IPL playoffs with an eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals on Tuesday.

PSG 'not here to defend' against Bayern, says Luis Enrique

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said his side's one-goal first leg lead meant "nothing" ahead of Wednesday's second Champions League semi-final at Bayern Munich.

Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup after deal with European Tour

Jon Rahm has reached a deal with the European Tour that will allow him retain his membership and remain eligible for next year's Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland.

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