Shane Lowry romps to record Irish Open victory

Shane Lowry romps to record Irish Open victory

Mark Walker, Press Association

New Zealander Daniel Hillier wins BMW with hole-in-one despite mishit at Spanish Open

MADRID (AP) — Daniel Hillier wasn't happy with how he hit his 8-iron on the 17th hole of the Spanish Open on Thursday. He liked the result, though: a hole-in-one that secured him an all-electric BMW.

Merion Golf Club becomes the fourth anchor site for USGA

FAR HILLS, N.J. (AP) — The U.S. Golf Association is adding Merion Golf Club outside Philadelphia as its fourth anchor site, meaning the storied club will host multiple USGA championships over the next 25 years.

Jon Rahm says he won't be part of the next version of LIV Golf

Spanish star Jon Rahm won't be part of the next version of LIV Golf, dealing a setback to the beleaguered circuit as it tries to emerge from bankruptcy and forge a new path without the financial muscle of Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.

Jacob Bridgeman goes from Presidents Cup to a 63 to lead the PGA Tour stop in Japan

YOKOHAMA, Japan (AP) — Fresh off making the clinching putt in another U.S. victory at the Presidents Cup, Jacob Bridgeman birdied four of his last five holes Thursday for an 8-under 63 to take a one-shot lead over Jordan Smith in the Baycurrent Classic.

Keith Mitchell shoots a 6-under 65 to share the PGA Tour lead with Jacob Bridgeman in Japan

YOKOHAMA, Japan (AP) — Keith Mitchell shot a 6-under 65 on Friday to share the top of the leaderboard at the PGA's Baycurrent Classic with first-round leader Jacob Bridgeman.

'Phenomenal' Harry Kane backed to end England's Ballon d'Or drought by Gary Lineker

Gary Lineker has backed England captain Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or after a spectacular goalscoring run for Bayern Munich and the national team. The legendary striker believes the phenomenal forward heavily deserves the ultimate individual honour over teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.

Trump says he'll award fireballer Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Wednesday night that he would award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to fireballer Roger Clemens, calling the seven-time Cy Young winner “maybe the greatest pitcher of all time.”

The midterm elections won't keep Trump from college football on Saturday. A hurricane might

WASHINGTON (AP) — The midterm elections are looming and the first hurricane of the Atlantic Season is menacing the Gulf Coast.

NBA star Gilgeous-Alexander takes stake in Spanish soccer giant Atletico Madrid

MADRID (AP) — NBA champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the ownership group at Atletico Madrid, the Spanish top-flight club said Friday.

Bucky Irving and rookie QB Jalon Daniels help Bucs beat sloppy Cowboys 24-16 for 1st win of season

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Bucky Irving already had his first 100-yard game since his rookie year in 2024 when the Tampa Bay running back finished off the Dallas Cowboys with a run that gave him a career high.

VIDEO: Lionel Messi receives BIZARRE retirement gift from referee in emotional Argentina farewell against Benin

Lionel Messi’s historic international career reached a tearful conclusion at the Estadio Monumental, but the night ended with a moment that left both the player and fans completely baffled. While the legendary forward bid farewell to the Albiceleste faithful, a bizarre interaction with the match official provided a surreal final twist to his legendary story.

Djokovic beaten by Hurkacz at Shanghai Masters

SHANGHAI (AP) — Novak Djokovic was knocked out of the Shanghai Masters after a shock second-round loss to Hubert Hurkacz on Friday.

Cristiano Ronaldo 'in good physical and mental shape' as Al-Nassr boss Ange Postecoglou dodges Portugal controversy

Al-Nassr head coach Ange Postecoglou has confirmed that veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo is ready for domestic action following his early departure from the Portugal camp. The Australian tactician swiftly shut down questions regarding the forward's recent international drama, preferring to concentrate on his side's upcoming Saudi Pro League fixture.

Djokovic exits Shanghai Masters as birthday-boy Shelton and top-seeded Zverev advance

SHANGHAI (AP) — Novak Djokovic went from triumph in Beijing to a shock in Shanghai after a straight-sets loss to Hubert Hurkacz on Friday.

Jake Oettinger has second straight shutout in the Stars' 4-0 victory over the Sabres

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Jake Oettinger made 26 saves for his second straight shutout, Mikko Rantanen had a goal and three assists and the Dallas Stars beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-0 on Thursday night.

A Syracuse legend takes the reins: Gerry McNamara vows to restore the Orange to 'national relevance'

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The basketball buzz is clearly back in Syracuse, thanks to a familiar face.

Tsitsipas advances to Shanghai Masters second round and Hurkacz lines up Djokovic

SHANGHAI (AP) — Two-time major finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas beat qualifier Kimmer Coppejans 6-3, 7-5 in the Shanghai Masters first round on Thursday, continuing his slow climb back up the ATP rankings.

Connelly's shootout goal lifts Golden Knights past Maple Leafs 4-3

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Trevor Connelly scored in the fifth round of the shootout and the Vegas Golden Knights came back from a three-goal deficit for a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night.

Australian Open's 1 Point Slam has Alcaraz, Osaka and Sinner signed up for January's event

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The Australian Open's 1 Point Slam will again have some star power in January with Carlos Alcaraz, Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka and Jannik Sinner among the players set to compete against pros and amateur qualifiers for a 1 million Australian dollar prize.

Arsenal starlet Max Dowman receives three Guinness World Records after making history for Mikel Arteta's side

Arsenal teenager Max Dowman has officially received three Guinness World Records certificates following his remarkable breakthrough into the senior squad under Mikel Arteta. The England youth international has rewritten the record books across domestic and continental competitions, cementing his status as one of Europe's premier rising talents.