Author: Kevin Smyth

Lanny Wadkins spent a lot of time TPC Craig Ranch since its debut in 2004. The course, which sits on the northeast edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, was host when Wadkins’ son Travis passed through the Q-School, and this marks just one of several trips the 21-time PGA Tour winner has made to the property since it opened for play.And while most golf course architects insist they don’t care what PGA Tour players get out of the courses they build or renovate, the straightforward Wadkins speaks candidly about one of his goals in reworking the property originally designed by…

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A tractor that has accumulated objectives throughout 2025 at only 19 years old.Vasco’s Rayan transformed under Fernando Diniz and became a reference and favorite of Vasco fans in the current season.The youngster led the Gigante da Colina to the Copa do Brasil final – and perhaps even the title, which will be decided on Sunday.AdvertisementHe even broke the records set by Roberto Dinamite and Romário while wearing the Vasco jersey.All this earned Rayan 7th place in the rankings OneFootball Ball 2025!The prize, awarded by Brazilian journalists from UnFootballlists the best performing players throughout 2025 in Brazil, all competitions combined.We will…

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The WNBA players’ union announced Thursday, December 18, that its executive committee had been authorized by a near-unanimous vote of its members to call “a strike when necessary.”The WNBPA’s statement comes as new collective negotiations are underway between the league and the union. Talks stalled ahead of the 2025 season ending in October, when the Las Vegas Aces eliminated the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals.Advertisement“The players have spoken,” the WNBPA said in a statement. “Through a decisive vote with historic participation, our members have authorized the WNBPA Executive Committee to call a strike if necessary. The players’ decision is…

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American golfer Ryan McCormick had a tough time on the US Development Tour this year, so he decided to control his emotions by taping his mouth shut.McCormick made a special move during this week’s tournament at Landings Golf and Athletic Club in Savannah, Georgia.”I’ve had some not-so-fun times this year on the golf course. Mostly upset and angry,” McCormick said on the tour’s social media channels.”So I thought I’d tried a lot of things, and I just thought I’d shut up. So I put duct tape over my mouth.”Did it work?Not judged on his score. After opening with a 1-over…

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Five players from the Northern Territory’s premier women’s football competition have been suspended – and one charged with assault – over a post-match brawl described as “unacceptable” and “contrary to the inherent values ​​of our game” by the sport’s governing body. Key points:Several NT Women’s Premier League players were involved in a post-match “physical altercation” in a stadium car park. Police investigating the incident have charged an 18-year-old woman with assault. Football NT banned five players between 12 weeks and three years and deducted competition points from one club.NT Police have confirmed an 18-year-old player has been charged with assault…

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Rory McIlroy ended “the year dreams are made of” by adding the Sports Personality of the Year award for his memorable triumphs at the Masters and Ryder Cup after being voted winner of the prestigious BBC award for the first time.The 36-year-old Northern Irishman came top of the public vote ahead of the English rugby star. Ellie Kildunnewho shone when the Red Roses won the Women’s Rugby World Cup and who has just been crowned F1 world champion Lando Norriswho was third.AdvertisementMcIlroy is only the third golfer to be named Sports Personality of the Year and the first since Sir…

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What started as a major transfer market triumph for Diego Milito’s management ended in sporting disappointment. Richard Sánchez, the Paraguayan midfielder who arrived at the start of the year with high expectations, has been included on the list of available players drawn up by coach Gustavo Costas for the 2026 season.Racing made a significant investment of 3 million dollars for his complete transfer, thus snatching one of the stars of AmĂ©rica de MĂ©xico. However, the midfielder never managed to adapt to Argentine football or the coaching system, closing out a brief cycle with very little playing time.AdvertisementRed numbers and low…

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The WNBA players’ union took another step forward in its collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations Thursday, with the Jan. 9 deadline just three weeks away. In a historic vote – with a 93% turnout – the WNBPA voted 98% in favor of authorizing a strike. Now, this doesn’t mean they’re going to immediately go on strike; instead, it was simply a vote to approve the union’s leadership and call a strike if it came to that. Still, this is a notable escalation that suggests another extension is unlikely.The WNBA and WNBPA are still under contract at this time, having agreed…

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Lucas Herbert successfully qualified for the 153rd Open Championship, giving Australia a nine-strong contingent at Royal Portrush.Herbert will play only his second major golf championship in two years after dominating final qualifying at West Lancashire with an eight-under-par total over two rounds to clinch medalist honors by one stroke ahead of China’s Sampson Zheng.Since joining compatriots Cameron Smith and Marc Leishman on LIV Golf’s Ripper GC team last year, the 2024 PGA Championship, where he tied for 43rd, was Herbert’s only major appearance.ABC Daily Sport PodcastABC Sport Daily is your daily sports talk. We dive into the biggest news of…

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