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Céline Boutier's record card of 59 not approved

At the heart of the tournament she is playing this week in Michigan, Frenchwoman Céline Boutier almost achieved a historic feat on the LPGA circuit, but the rules of the weeks event decided otherwise. Explanations

Shaquille O’Neal does not hold back on Bronny James criticism

Bronny James has received a lot of criticism since he was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the NBA Draft with fans and media suggesting that the only reason he was selected was because he is the son of LeBron James. But Shaquille O’Neal has had enough of the critics. Read more... The post Shaquille O’Neal does not hold back on Bronny James criticism appeared first on Next Impulse Sports.

“Don’t get mad, just get even” - Michael Jordan’s agent gave a simple solution to him after his infamous ‘Freeze Out’ All-Star Game

David Falk revealed that Jordan’s inner circle were well aware of what caused the infamous freezeout in the 1985 All-Star Game

Utah Royals fire head coach Amy Rodriguez, along with team president and goalie coach, after tough start to season

The Utah Royals made some vast changes this weekend, firing head coach Amy Rodriguez and goalkeeper coach Maryse Bard-Martel on Sunday, according to a team news release. Per the release, the team is also letting go of team president Michelle Hyncik, who will "begin transitioning to a new opportunity" within the office of team owner David Blitzer. A...

Sky’s Angel Reese makes WNBA history as her mom nervously looks on

There’s more than one history-making rookie in the WNBA. Sky forward Angel Reese entered the team’s Sunday game against the Lynx on a nine-game double-double streak, tied for the longest in league history. The FT that soldified Angel Reese in the history books for most consecutive double-doubles in a single szn Reese finished with 10 PTS, 16 REB pic.twitter.com/Yazfu0OIkp — WNBA (@WNBA) June 30, 2024 Her mother, Angel, nervously watched while...

Report: Texas A&M made ‘very furious run’ at Tony Vitello, but he stayed loyal to Tennessee

Texas A&M reportedly made a “very furious run” at Tennessee Baseball coach Tony Vitello in its search for a new head coach, according to D1Baseball.com‘s Kendall Rogers, but Vitello stayed loyal to the Vols after leading the program to its first national championship on Monday night. “It shot its shot,” Rogers wrote of Texas A&M on social media Sun...

Why is Sha'Carri Richardson's 4th place finish in 200m at the Olympic Trials not an upset? Exploring the reigning World Champion's Olympic pursuits

Sha'Carri Richardson, the bronze medalist at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in the 200m, couldn't advance to the Paris Olympics 2024 in the women's 200m at the 2024 U.

'Unpredictable' free agency is on tap around the NHL as part of a fast-tracked offseason

NHL free agency opens Monday, less than a week since Commissioner Gary Bettman presented the Stanley Cup to the Florida Panthers. The offseason comes at you fast, and with all of it packed into a short period of time and more extra money to spend since before the pandemic, general managers are not quite sure what's to come when the free agent frenzy gets underway. “It's going to be unpredictable, really," San Jose general manager Mike Grier said...

Caitlin Clark ‘grew up idolizing’ player who criticized her

Before Caitlin Clark even entered the WNBA, Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi had some harsh words for her as she implied that she didn’t think Clark would have much immediate success at the professional level. But those comments have not stopped Clark from making it clear that she has a lot of respect for Taurasi. Read more... The post Caitlin Clark ‘grew up idolizing’ player who criticized her appeared first on Next Impulse Sports.

Simone Biles Stunned by Husband Jonathan Owens' Luxury Gifts at Olympic Trials

While Simone Biles continues to prove she's in a league of her own at the U.S. Olympic Gymnastic Trials, she has her No. 1 fan, husband Jonathan Owens, cheering her on in the stands. Biles faltered bit on beam on the first night, but she dominated her other events, and finished with a strong hold ...

UFC 303 star breaks down in floods of tears as she announces retirement to Joe Rogan

Moments after her match at UFC 303, Michelle Waterson-Gome announced her retirement from MMA in a tear-filled interview with Joe Rogan.

Report: Cordial Goodbyes Have Been Shared Between Klay Thompson, Warriors

According to NBA insider Tim Kawakami of The Athletic, cordial goodbyes have been shared between Klay Thompson and the Golden State Warriors. Thompson

Brittney Griner Involved In Heated Altercation With Aliyah Boston In Fever-Mercury

The Phoenix Mercury hosted the Indiana Fever for a big-time bout Sunday. While most of the attention veered toward Diana Taurasi and Caitlin Clark, social media grilled Mercury star Brittney Griner for a hard hit on Aliyah Boston. Griner and Boston got into a heated exchange that led Griner ...

76ers Predicted to Sign 6-Time All-Star to $90 Million Contract

The Philadelphia 76ers will likely be among the most active teams in free agency, and Paul George isn't the only big-name player the franchise will pursue. The post 76ers Predicted to Sign 6-Time All-Star to $90 Million Contract appeared first on Heavy.com.

3 D’Angelo Russell trades to aid the Los Angeles Lakers desperate title hunt

How the Los Angeles Lakers can flip D'Angelo Russell and his expiring contract into a helpful, win-now contributor.

Patrick Ewing on how Larry Bird surprised him when he joined the NBA: “Whatever you were saying for a man who can’t jump, he’s demolishing everybody”

Patrick Ewing has always shown respect for Larry Bird and that was evident as soon as he played his first game against the Celtics legend.

Diana Taurasi Paid Caitlin Clark Major Respect After Sunday's Game

Much was made of Diana Taurasi's comments about "reality" coming for Caitlin Clark when she entered the WNBA. Today made it clear though that there's a tremendous amount of mutual respect between the 20-year veteran legend and the rookie sensation. First, Taurasi and Clark shared a warm exchange ...

Warriors-Nuggets Sign-And-Trade Best Klay Thompson Deal

As the Golden State Warriors prepare for life without Klay Thompson, the four-time NBA champion is expected to be heavily courted by the likes of the Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic this offseason.

An emergency Yankees-White Sox trade with Juan Soto in injury limbo

The New York Yankees must consider trading for a temporary outfielder if they want any chance to make a deep postseason run as uncertainty looms over superstar Juan Soto.

Brittney Griner's WNBA Welcome to Caitlin Clark Has Fans in Tears

The Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury are facing off on Sunday, in what has been one of the most hyped WNBA matches of the 2024 regular season. This marks the first time Caitlin Clark and the Fever have played Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, and the Mercury this season. And it will be the only time ...

NBA Free Agency 2024: Tracking every new contract agreement

LeBron James, Paul George, and Klay Thompson highlight a very interesting grouping of stars available in NBA Free Agency this year. While there are already those with verbal agreements in place, like Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby with the Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks, respectively, plenty of movement is still expected once free agency

Caitlin Clark Makes Indiana Fever History Against Phoenix Mercury

Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark has made WNBA history once again. This time, it came against Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, and the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday afternoon. Early in the second quarter, Clark picked up her third assist on a pass to Aliyah Boston for a layup. In doing this, Clark ...

Fever explode for 27-2 run, then hold off Mercury

Kelsey Mitchell scored all 16 of her points in the second half and made multiple clutch shots for the Indiana Fever, who went on a 27-2 run in the third quarter before holding off the host Phoenix Mercury 88-82 on Sunday.

Who is McKenzie Long? All about the American sprinter who defeated Sha'Carri Richardson in the 200m at the U.S. Olympic Trials

McKenzie Long recently qualified for the Paris Olympics in the 200m final at the US Track and Field trials on June 29, at Hayward Field, Eugene.

Luke Kornet to re-sign with Celtics

The Celtics have reached an agreement with Luke Kornet on a one-year contract.

Justin Haley forced to start NASCAR at Nashville from rear after breaking rule

Rick Ware Racing's Justin Haley will have to start NASCAR at Nashville from the rear after officials found his car had an unapproved adjustment.

Patriots coach Jerod Mayo making big training camp change from Bill Belichick era

When new head coach of the New England Patriots Jerod Mayo leads the Pats into Cincinnati on September 8th, 2024, it will be the first Patriots game coached by someone other than Bill Belichick since Pete Carroll still occupied the job on the final day of the 1999 regular season. This is all to say

"WWE never gave me anything" - 37-year-old star claims responsibility for his catchphrase

WWE has been much better creatively since Triple H took control, but despite that certain talents might not have gotten the chances they probably deserved.

Results from the 2024 Olympic Track and Field Trials

The 2024 U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials are taking place from June 21 until June 30 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. The stakes are high—for many events, the top three athletes in each event will punch their ticket to the Paris Olympics. We explain the entire qualifying process here. Here are the results from the finals of the Olympic Trials....

‘Never kill a fly when you play golf,' says Lee Trevino. Here's what he means

Talking to the Short Game Chef, Parker McLachlin, Lee Trevino shares an important tip to remember when determining your angle of attack. The post ‘Never kill a fly when you play golf,’ says Lee Trevino. Here’s what he means appeared first on Golf.

U.S. track and field star Karissa Schweizer in images

U.S. track and field star Karissa Schweizer in images

Caitlin Clark Goes Viral for Breaking Mercury Star's Ankles Then Airballing During Fever vs. Mercury Game

The Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury are squaring off in what has been an intense game thus far. Despite the game just being in the second quarter, there have already been five technical fouls called. Mercury forward Brittney Griner shoved Caitlin Clark's teammate Aliyah Boston, which ...

Phoebe Gill, 17, qualifies for Olympics after stunning 800m display

Dina Asher-Smith and Keely Hodgkinson had just completed their races but, even in such unseasonably cold weather, these two stars of British athletics were not leaving the side of the Manchester track. And there was a stand-out reason. Next up was the women’s 800 metre final of the Olympic trials and that would mean the first big competitive senior...

Altuve ejected for 2nd time in MLB career when called out on what appeared to be foul ball

NEW YORK (AP) — Jose Altuve was hopping mad. He had appeared to foul a ball off his left foot in the seventh inning of Sunday's game at the New York Mets, with runners on second and third and two outs as the Houston Astros tried to boost their 4-2 lead. The ball went on three hops to third baseman Mark Vientos, who threw to first as Altuve remained near the batter’s box. Umpires ruled it an inning-ending groundout, and Altuve was ejected for the...

How Miles Russell, 15, performed at PGA Tour Rocket Mortgage Classic on debut

Despite being just 15 years old, one of golf's hottest rising stars in Miles Russell made his PGA Tour debut this week, competing in Detroit at the Rocket Mortgage Classic

Dan Ige Takes Fight On Hours' Notice At UFC 303

Dan Ige (18-8) was supposed to fight on July 20, but as UFC 303 had already started, the Hawaiian got a call to step up on hours' notice to face Diego Lopes in the co-main event of the card. Ige replaced Brian Ortega who was pulled from the fight due to an illness on fight day. In the first two ...

Jose Altuve ejected after going ballistic on umpire for call during Astros-Mets game

Jose Altuve inspired perhaps the loudest ovation of the afternoon Sunday at Citi Field, but it’s not how he planned to get the crowd on its feet. The Astros star was ejected for arguing a call in the top of the seventh, when Altuve believed he had fouled a pitch off his foot and the umpiring crew saw it differently. With runners on second and third and two outs in a game the Astros were leading, 4-2, Altuve made contact with a pitch that...

Pat Tillman’s mother ‘shocked’ by Prince Harry getting son’s award

The mother of U.S. soldier and former NFL star Pat Tillman said she was “shocked” to hear Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, would be the recipient of an annual award made in the name of her son, who was killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan in 2004. Mary Tillman, the mother of the Pat Tillman,…

How tall is Joscelyn Roberson? USA gymnast's height compares to shortest at U.S. team trials

Joscelyn Roberson is the same height as the diminutive Team USA star Simone Biles.

"I will miss you" - Bianca Belair shares emotional message following WWE SmackDown

Bianca Belair made her presence known this week on SmackDown when she attempted to help Jade Cargill qualify for the WWE Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match.

Paul Finebaum Reveals Pick For 'Game Of The Year' In SEC

Paul Finebaum announced his pick for the "Game of the Year" in the SEC on the latest edition of The Paul Finebaum Show. The SEC is expanding with the addition of the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners. The Red River Rivalry will be an SEC conference game in the fall. However, that ...

Verstappen draws very painful conclusion after disaster at Red Bull Ring

Everything that could go wrong, did go wrong. That was Max Verstappen's verdict after the Austrian Grand Prix. The Dutchman started in pole position and continued to lead the field for a long time, but at one point, Lando Norris came very close. After several laps of on-track fighting, the damage was done. Verstappen and Norris dropped back due to punctures.

QB Coaching Guru Spills Beans on Working With Bo Nix: What we Learned

Bo Nix's path to the Denver Broncos included crossing into Jordan Palmer's orbit.

30 Greatest NFL Running Backs of All Time, Ranked

Here are the 30 greatest NFL running backs. This list considers statistics, accomplishments, and other characteristics that make NFL players stand out.

The Greatest Baseball Player From Each of the 50 States

Andre Iguodala offers a warning to Julius Randle amid his uncertain future with the Knicks

Andre Iguodala said that if Julius Randle accepts a sixth-man role with the New York Knicks, his earning potential could halve.

Caitlin Clark battles through illness, nearly posts first-ever triple-double by WNBA rookie

On a day when fellow rookie Angel Reese set the WNBA record for most consecutive double-doubles, Caitlin Clark nearly made history of her own… while playing through some sickness. Clark finished a pivotal 88-82 win over the Phoenix Mercury just one rebound shy of the first-ever triple-double by a rookie in WNBA history. She ended the contest with 1...

Chris Paul signing with Spurs in NBA free agency after Warriors’ $30 million decision

Chris Paul won’t get the $30 million that he could’ve gotten from the Warriors, but it didn’t take long for the point guard to find a new home in free agency. Paul planned to sign with the Spurs, TNT and Bleacher Report reported Sunday, and ESPN added that it’s a one-year deal worth at least $11 million. He averaged 6.8 assists and a career-worst 9.2 points per game last year with Golden State, which acquired him after a stretch where Paul was...

Texas A&M shortstop Ali Camarillo withdraws from NCAA Transfer Portal after news of Michael Earley hire

Texas A&M shortstop Ali Camarillo has withdrawn from the NCAA transfer portal, according to On3’s Pete Nakos. The move comes shortly after it was announced that Michael Earley is expected to be the program’s next head coach. Camarillo entered the portal along with several teammates shortly after former Aggies coach Jim Schlossnagle left the program...

Amanda Balionis turns out to be a millionaire as the golf reporter's CBS salary and net worth emerges

Amanda Balionis is one of the most well-known faces in the golfing world. She's the leading broadcaster on CBS for the PGA Tour and is present for most of the PGA Tour events as a broadcaster.