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Jul 19 2025SPORTS

The Open 2025: Scheffler Leads, but the Fight is Far from Over

The Open Championship at Royal Portrush is turning out to be a real test for the world's top golfers. The weather and course conditions in Northern Ireland are not making things easy. But after three rounds, Scottie Scheffler, the world's number one golfer, is sitting pretty at the top of the leaderboard. Scheffler played the best round of his major career to get th...

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Jul 19 2025SPORTS

A Golfer's Battle: From Poison to the Open Championship

Christiaan Bezuidenhout, a South African golfer, is making waves at the Open Championship in Northern Ireland. He's not the highest-ranked player, but his story is one of resilience and determination. As a toddler, Bezuidenhout accidentally drank rat poison, which left him with a stutter and battles with anxiety and depression. Growing up in a small town, he faced b...

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Jul 18 2025SPORTS

The Open Championship 2025: Windy Battles at Royal Portrush

The Open Championship 2025 is underway at Royal Portrush, where the wind and tricky terrain are giving even the top golfers a tough time. After the first round, five players are tied at the top, but that won't last long. The second round is expected to shake things up, with big names like Matt Fitzpatrick and Harris English leading the pack. Scottie Scheffler is jus...

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Jul 18 2025SPORTS

Manchester United's Transfer Struggles: Money Matters and Missed Chances

Manchester United's summer transfer plans are hitting roadblocks. The club is eager to strengthen their squad, but money is tight. They missed out on the Champions League last season, and big signings like Matheus Cunha and the pursuit of Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo have left little room for more spending without selling some players first. United has made a third offe...

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Jul 18 2025SPORTS

Damian Lillard: A Homecoming for the Heart

Damian Lillard, a name synonymous with Portland Trail Blazers, is back where he belongs. After a brief two-year detour with the Milwaukee Bucks, Lillard has signed a three-year, $45 million deal to return to the team that drafted him in 2012. This deal includes a player option for the 2027-28 season and a no-trade clause, giving Lillard control over his future. Lill...

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Jul 17 2025SPORTS

Top Golfers Shine on Day One of The Open Championship

The 153rd Open Championship kicked off with a bang at Royal Portrush. Three golfers are currently at the top of the leaderboard after the first day of competition. Jacob Skov Olesen, Haotong Li, and Matt Fitzpatrick all finished with impressive scores. Olesen, representing Denmark, had an early start on Thursday. He played a strong game, making four birdies and an e...

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Jul 17 2025SPORTS

Detroit Gets a New Basketball Team: Ice Cube's Big3 Brings Excitement to the City

Detroit is buzzing with excitement as the Big3 basketball league brings its unique brand of hoops to town. This time, the city has its own team, the Detroit Amplifiers, or "Amps" for short. The league's founder, Ice Cube, has a soft spot for Detroit, dating back to the late 1980s. He's been a fan of the city's vibrant entertainment scene and its love for sports. The...

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Jul 17 2025SPORTS

Phoenix Suns' Big Move: Buying Out Bradley Beal

The Phoenix Suns have made a significant decision, choosing to buy out Bradley Beal's contract. This move means Beal will give back $13. 9 million from his remaining $110. 9 million, spreading the rest over the next five seasons. For the Suns, this is a big deal because it helps them avoid a huge tax bill, saving them $176 million this year alone. This isn't just ab...

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Jul 17 2025SPORTS

Lamine Yamal's Birthday Bash Sparks Debate on Dwarfism Representation

A recent party hosted by Barcelona footballer Lamine Yamal has ignited a heated discussion in Spain. The event, held to celebrate his 18th birthday and contract extension with the club, featured performers with dwarfism. This has led to accusations of objectification and exploitation. The Association of People with Achondroplasia and other Skeletal Dysplasias in Spa...

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Jul 16 2025SPORTS

The National League's Big Win: How the Swing-Off Changed the Game

The National League (NL) came out on top against the American League (AL) in a thrilling All-Star Game. The AL made a huge comeback, but the NL won in the end thanks to a new rule called the swing-off. This rule was introduced in 2022 to avoid ties and to protect pitchers. It was used for the first time on Tuesday night. Three players from each team took turns hitti...

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