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USA Today
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Unassuming? Scottie Scheffler's hometown experience at Chipotle defines feelings on fame
PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland – To hear Jordan Spieth tell it, Scottie Scheffler, the Champion Golfer of the Year after winning the British Open on Sunday, is the most unassuming, family man in modern professional sports, who happens to like to talk trash with the best of them. Asked about what makes Scheffler unique, Spieth said, 'I wouldn't necessarily think that the golf swing makes as much of a difference as the personality match. I'm thinking about so many other sports, and Nikola Jokic is the only guy I can think of that's a superstar that's equally unassuming in any sport in the modern era, and I'm happy if anybody else can find another example, but it's very rare.' When someone suggested tennis great Roger Federer, Spieth considered and agreed that perhaps his demeanor when he competed on the court is that same, but noted, 'but he made more off the court than he did on all time, and he cared to. When Scottie is done playing, he's not going to show back up at tournaments. I can promise you that.' That, in part, is what makes Scheffler a unicorn of sorts. He has gone to great lengths to create a cocoon of normalcy away from the course. He doesn't chase all the endorsements he could do and the photo shoots and commercials. He just wants to hang at home with his childhood friends and his family and be dad. 'I would say my greatest priorities are my faith and my family. Those come first for me,' he explained during his winner's press conference. 'Golf is third in that order. I've said it for a long time, golf is not how I identify myself. I don't identify myself by winning tournaments, chasing trophies, being famous or whatever it is.' To highlight how he deals with fame, he told the story of the two Chipotle restaurants that he eats at when he's home in Dallas. But the one near Southern Methodist University's campus and not far from where he grew up has become difficult for him to eat there without getting bombarded by fans. 'There's another one in a different part of town that I'm not going to tell you where it is, but if I go there, nobody recognizes me ever,' he said, drawing laughter from the media in the room. 'So famous is just one of those things. In some circles, like right now I'm the best player in the world. This week I was the best player in the world. I'm sitting here with the trophy. We're going to start all over in Memphis, back to even-par, show goes on. It's hard to describe what it feels like because, yeah, I don't feel any different because I've won a golf tournament. This is not the be-all, end-all for me, but I'm extremely grateful for it.' 'It sucks for us': Scottie Scheffler's dominance has broken other professional golfers Webb Simpson, a past U.S. Open champion, co-hosts a podcast and in one episode Scheffler was the guest and Simpson articulated what he thinks make Scheffler different from so many other athletic stars. 'It's super rare in sports to see the top of the top, who are the best at their sport, faithfully walk with God,' Simpson told Scheffler. 'A lot of young listeners, high school guys or even college kids around us, they are fearful that if they walk with the Lord they're going to lose their competitive edge. Somehow, somebody thought a long time ago that because you're a Christian means you're a soft competitor. But you embody a faithful man of God who is a fierce competitor.' When Simpson asked Scheffler how he is able to do that, Scheffler gave an equally telling answer: 'I feel like God kind of created me with a little bit of extra competitiveness. Since I was a kid, whatever we were doing, I always wanted to be the best at that thing.' As a professional golfer, Scheffler expressed gratitude for being able to live out his dream. But it took a lot of hard work. 'I kid you not, I have worked since I was two or three years old to have a chance to play professional golf for a living, and now I've been able to win tournaments I've just dreamed of playing in,' he said. 'It's an amazing feeling.'
Buzz Feed
a day ago
- General
- Buzz Feed
31 Kitchen Items You'll Use All The Time
A jar opener to help you twist off the lid of that stubborn jar of pesto that's sealed tighter than Beyoncé and Jay Z's lips after theee ~elevator~ incident. This low-key genius tool tucks away under your cabinet, keeping your counters clear, and is ready to pop open everything from salsa to marinara with one hand and zero grunting. Whether you have arthritis, wrist pain, or just a healthy hatred of wrestling a jar of sauce, this thing delivers. A stylish Wonder Oven from Our Place that is so multifunctional, it can basically replace six kitchen appliances — saving you not only countertop space, but also serious coins because you'll never let anything go to waste. Whether it's reviving that sad slice of pizza or giving leftover, limp fries their crunch back, this aesthetic little powerhouse air fries, toasts, bakes, broils, and even steams your food to juicy, flavorful perfection — faster than your oven and with way less cleanup. Your leftovers might even taste *better* than they did the first time. The Instant Pot Duo you'll use so much, your stove will start sending 'u up?' texts. From weeknight stews to Sunday roasts, this kitchen baddie handles it all — pressure cooking, slow cooking, steaming, yogurt making, sautéing — faster and more efficiently than what a regular-smegular pan could even dream of. And once you've experienced how quick and flavorful dinner can be, you'll never look back (except maybe to wave goodbye to your pot and stove). Or a Dream Cooker from Our Place for those that want more of a *vibe* on their countertop, but don't want to sacrifice on quality. This sleek multi-cooker can pressure cook, sauté, slow cook, sear (80% faster, no less), with a nonstick, ceramic coating that handles everything from oatmeal to braised short ribs like a champ. Cute and wildly efficient? We stan a double-threat queen. A waterproof digital food thermometer that turns 'Is this done?' into a question of the past. It has a backlit display for night grilling or low light conditions, and it even locks the temp reading so you're not squinting over open flames like a human marshmallow. From steaks and salmon to heating up oil on the stove, this bad boy will definitely become your year-round kitchen MVP. The Guac Loc, a storage container so air-tight, it just might finally end your trust issues with leftover guacamole. You just add your guac to the container, press out the air, seal it tight, and marvel as it stays bright green for days. Your five-day old guac will truly have Chipotle shooketh. A pair of meat shredder claws so good, you'll be serving "Food Network star" energy along with that tender shredded turkey at Thanksgiving or that melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork at the family BBQ. They're melt-proof up to 475 degrees F, made from BPA-free, dishwasher-safe nylon, and sharp enough to tear through meat without tearing up your hands. If you're the host with the roast, these are a must. A seven-cup silicone mold that'll have you breaking up with overpriced egg bites for good. Not only is this budget-friendly accessory non-stick, which means you can jump from making egg bites to muffins with ease, but you can use it in the oven (up to 450 degrees F), freezer (up to -40 degrees F), microwave, air fryer, steamer, toaster oven, and Instant Pot. Dare I say you might actually enjoy meal prep now? Or an egg bite maker you can also use as a mini griddle — aka, your new favorite reason to skip the Starbucks line. With four egg bite cups and a larger cup that's perfect for making breakfast sandwiches, this compact powerhouse makes everything from DIY egg McMuffins to cheesecake bites. Whether you're short on time or big on breakfast cravings, you'll love having this little machine on your counter. A five-speed KitchenAid immersion blender so handy, it'll feel like a natural extension of your arm. Just imagine all the time you'll get back from skipping the messy transfer of ingredients from the pot or a bowl to a blender. You'll be able to just blend your soups, sauces, and smoothies right where they are. Plus, it comes with a blade guard, so your beloved (and let's be for real for real, *expensive*) cookware stays scratch-free and stunning. A clip-on strainer to cut down the number of steps from "done" to "in your mouth" on pasta night. Its attachable design ensures that it can fit a variety of pots and pans, and it is heat-safe up to 230 degrees F, making it perfect for draining pasta, filtering grease, and washing fruits and vegetables. So, fewer dishes and more food in your belly — fast... Need I say more? An electric peeler for anyone who would rather do other valuable things with their hands in the kitchen (like scroll on TikTok). Whether you're prepping potatoes, cucumbers, apples, or even delicate tomatoes, this peeler can handle them all and in just a matter of seconds. You'll be cooking hands-free, stress-free, and probably peeling everything in sight just because you can. A Ninja blender/food processor so powerful, it doesn't just crush ice — it turns it into fluffy snow, which makes it perfect for whipping up frozen margaritas, snow cones, or a slushy lemonade on the fly. It can also swap between a full-size blender pitcher, a food processor bowl, and a mini chopper, so you can blend, chop, and prep without hauling out three different appliances. It's giving minimalist energy with overachiever results. Surprise guests? You'll be snack-ready in minutes. A milk frother for anyone who is tired of paying *extra* for foam at Starbucks. Whether you're team coffee or matcha, this high-powered whisk delivers creamy, frothy perfection in seconds. And if you are sick of clumps and lumps in your protein shake or collagen elixer, this will ensure you get a smooth sip every time. Plus, the stainless-steel design makes cleanup a total breeze — you just run it under water and it will clean itself. If your morning ritual includes any type of powder + liquid, this gadget will be your new daily essential. A microwave pasta cooker if you've ever said, 'I want dinner, but I refuse to try.' If you're tired of waiting for water to boil like it's 1999, this genius container lets you cook your favorite noodles right in the microwave—faster, easier, and somehow still perfectly al dente. Your stove legit may never recover from the rejection. A corn peeler because in this economy, buying pre-frozen corn can feel like a ~luxury.~ This peeler is a much safer alternative to risking your precious fingers as you try to hack those kernels off the cob with a knife, thanks to the non-slip handle that will fit comfortably in your hand. I know you didn't have "peeling corn is my happy place" on your 2025 bingo card, but there's a first time for everything. A KitchenAid hand mixer that has all the bells and whistles you need to whip up your favorite treats, from mom's sacred chocolate chip cookie dough to grandma's world-famous mashed potatoes. If you love to cook, then I know you'll deeply appreciate the five speeds, the "soft start" feature that helps to keep what you're making in the bowl instead of splattering all over your clothes, and the lockable swivel cord that stays in its lane. Even if you only bake a little, this will definitely become your "right-hand mixer." A hands-free, electric can opener because using a traditional one can feel like doing algebra, and lining up the can perfectly so that the opener will finally puncture the top is the "x" that deserves to be left unsolved. With this bad boy, all you have to do is place the opener on the lid, press start, and it will smoothly cut around the lid. You'll never have to worry about cutting yourself on a rough edge again. A pair of cut-resistant food gloves for people who don't want any "surprise ingredients" to show up in their dinner salad. These gloves are not only machine washable and constructed from a lightweight, breathable fabric, but they also contain a high elastic nylon that's meant to help the gloves fit snugly on your hands. Because real talk, the only thing that should be shredded is the cheese — not your knuckles. An anti-fatigue mat to make standing at the sink feel like you're doing dishes on a cloud. It's got ¾" of high-density foam to cushion your feet while you tackle Mount Dishmore, plus a stain-resistant top that you can wipe clean faster than you can say 'oops, marinara spill.' Your feet? *Thriving*. Your back? ~Blessed.~ A frozen fruit soft-serve maker that will have you constantly saying "I can't believe this is NOT ice cream" with every bite. All you have to do is add your favorite frozen fruit, and within minutes you'll have a smooth, creamy treat that will have ice cream drafting a cease-and-desist. If you're lactose-intolerant, love sorbet, or just hate seeing ripe fruit go to waste, this will definitely be the most fun way to get more fruit into your day. Or a personal ice cream maker for those of us who are in the mood for ice cream, but not in the mood for the checkout line to get it. With this mug-shaped delight, all you have to do is freeze the base for at least 24 hours, add your ingredients, and churn. In just minutes, you'll have a single serving of your favorite frozen treats from scratch. An oil sprayer that will turn that jug of oil and cooking spray you have cluttering up your counter into one sleek, multipurpose bottle. You can choose between a fine mist or a clean pour with a flip of a switch. Drizzle on your salad or mist on your pan — this dual-dispenser does both with zero mess and max control. A cold brew coffee maker for anyone who's ever lost it while leaving the drive-thru because they took one sip of their coffee and realized the barista used 2% milk instead of oat milk again (insert melting smiley face). Instead, brew up to a week's worth of your own beloved beans at home in this dishwasher-safe pitcher that features a super fine mesh strainer, ensuring that you only get a nice smooth sip every time. This will not only make your wallet SO proud of you, but it also gives you extra time in bed in the morning. In fact, go ahead and press snooze one more time — you earned it. A pack of oven rack guards to help anyone that just wants their oven to be serving cookies and not third-degree burns. They sit right at the edge of the rack, can be cut to meet the lengths of your racks and can withstand temperatures of up to 446 degrees F. If you're a frequent baker, your wrists will deeply thank you for this one. A blue, apple-shaped produce saver because no one can afford to lose their precious fruits and veggies in this economy. They're designed to absorb the ethylene gas that causes your food to ripen, allowing you to waste less and to enjoy your hard-earned money on other ~luxuries~ like paying rent (insert several melting smiley faces here). A Cuisinart defrosting tray for those nights when you know you want chicken, but you also forgot to take it out of the freezer. Instead of calling in for take-out to get your chicken fix, you can keep your money in your wallet and just place your frozen meat on this tray, which is made of high-conductivity aluminum that helps to melt frozen items at a more rapid pace. A pop-out ice cube tray with bin and scoop, because sometimes even refrigerated water on a hot day can feel room temp. This compact tray set makes and stores ice in one neat container, and easily releases cubes with a satisfying press — no banging or swearing required. Plus, it stacks cleanly, so even your freezer can have an aesthetic. A glass rinser for when your reusable tumbler smells like last week's coffee and you're too tired to deep clean anything. Not only is it easy to install, but it's a game-changer for people who don't have dishwashers. It fits right by your sink and blasts gunk out of glasses, baby bottles, and water bottles in literal seconds — no soaking or scrubbing required. It's like the ultimate car wash for your drinkware. A pack of silicone baking mats that will cut cooking spray and parchment paper off your shopping list. They're non-stick, which means picking up those ooey-gooey chocolate chip cookies or that yummy fillet of salmon will be a breeze (as long as the oven is 480 degrees F or less). Reviewers also say these are just as good (if not better) than the more splurge-worthy Silpat liners. A rapid egg cooker to help whip up any type you desire with minimal effort. We're talking hard boiled, soft boiled, poached, omelets — all with just the press of a button. Hosting brunch with the girls will truly be 🎶 eaaaaaaaaaaasy like Sunday morning. 🎶
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Chipotle opens new location with drive-thru pick-up lane in Sacramento
( — Fast food chain company Chipotle Mexican Grill announced that a new location will be opening up in Sacramento on Friday. Video Above: 25th annual peach festival returns to Marysville The new location, on 2795 Fulton Avenue, will have a Chipotlane, which is a drive-thru pick-up lane where customers can pick up digital orders without exiting their vehicles. The company is recommending customers try the newest dip Adobo Ranch, for a limited time. Chipotle Rewards Members are also eligible to win $1 million of free Chipotle during the company's Summer of Extras Program. National Hot Dog Day deals in Sacramento To become a Chipotle Rewards Member, click here. The company said they are hiring at this location and other locations throughout the county. For more details, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Hurricane bidding to give Johnson Houghton change of fortune in Super Sprint
The Havana Gold colt provided his trainer with a second victory in the Windsor Castle Stakes at Royal Ascot last month, following in the hoofprints of her 2021 winner Chipotle. The latter was beaten into ninth place as a 15-8 favourite for the Super Sprint, however, and Havana Hurricane could well be even shorter odds for this year's renewal of the £250,000 contest. A dream come true for the owners ❤️ Havana Hurricane STORMS late to win the Windsor Castle Stakes 🏆#RoyalAscot | @Ascot — ITV Racing (@itvracing) June 18, 2025 'He is in great form, all he does is eat and sleep at home. We gave him a bit of work on Wednesday morning, he went very nicely and hopefully he is ripped and ready to go,' said Johnson Houghton 'I always thought he had an engine, but I wasn't sure it was quite as good as the engine he has produced.' The Didcot handler had the option of saving Havana Hurricane for Pattern events later in the summer, but she admits the lure of the huge prize-money on offer this weekend was too much to resist. Trainer Eve Johnson Houghton has high hopes for Havana Hurricane (John Walton/PA) She added: 'It's a lot of money. It's a race I've already wanted to win but I've been incredibly unlucky in it. Chipotle got wiped out when I thought he should have won it. 'The unluckiness rather put me off, but I've always wanted to win it and I think we have a horse here that if he doesn't get bad luck, he should be there or thereabouts. 'There are horses in there who are having to give him weight despite being rated inferior, so it's good conditions for him.' Rod Millman has saddled two previous Super Sprint winners in Lord Kintyre (1997) and Bettys Hope (2019) and has unearthed another major contender in Anthelia, who has already proved a shrewd purchase for owners Middleham Park Racing, having won her first three starts after being purchased for just £6,000 as a yearling last summer. Anthelia (left) winning at Sandown (Adam Davy/PA) She met with defeat for the first time when fifth in the Listed Empress Stakes at Newmarket three weeks ago, but looks to have every chance back in sales race company. Millman said: 'I thought she ran a sound race at Newmarket, giving them all 3lb. 'Five or six (furlongs) is fine, I think she's pretty versatile really. She definitely stays six. 'She's probably the classiest horse we've ever run in it and it's been a very lucky race for us. We've won it a couple of times and been second a few times, so let's hope luck's on our side again.' Ali Shuffle (right) on her way to victory at Chester (Nick Potts/PA) The Karl Burke-trained Ali Shuffle also won her first three races and was only narrowly denied the four-timer in a Group Three at Chantilly last month. She was disappointing on her latest visit to France, finishing fifth as a hot favourite for a Listed event at Deauville, but Burke feels she was not at her best that day, saying: 'We think she was in season in France, so we're putting that down as an excuse. 'She's worked well this week and goes there with some sort of chance, but it's a bit of a lottery race. 'She's in good order and it's worth a go for that sort of money.' Other hopefuls include Richard Hughes' Windsor winner Our Cody and Cotai Belle, who has won her last two starts for Richard Fahey.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Humana, Chipotle, Roku: Trending Tickers
Humana (HUM) stock is under pressure after a US court dismissed the company's case to reverse cuts to Medicare bonus payments. Chipotle (CMG) was upgraded to Outperform from Market Perform by BMO Capital Markets analysts, citing a pickup in sales and profit in the second half of the yer. JPMorgan analysts are bullish on Roku (ROKU) ahead of the company's earnings report. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts here. Now let's get to some of today's trending tickers. We're watching Humana, Chipotle, and Roku. And our senior market reporter, Ali Canal, is still with us live from the Nasdaq. First up, let's get to Humana. It's falling after losing a lawsuit over Medicare payments. It's going to cost the company. The health insurer sued to try to undo cuts to its Medicare bonus payments, hoping to restore billions of dollars in revenue. The government had lowered Humana's quality rating, which means the company gets less money for Medicaid, starting in 2026. A Texas court voted to dismiss the case. Down 2% here is what we're seeing for Humana shares. And Ali, we've also seen some pressure on other companies within this industry. Yeah, if you take a look at some of those competitors in the space, Elevance Health, Molina Health, they are also under pressure today. At last check, I believe they're both down around 5%. Now, Humana, like you said, is down over 2%. We are a little bit higher than some of those session lows here. But the decision has been a setback in what was a really high stakes legal case, one that could have added billions to Humana's bottom line, like you mentioned, Julie. And digging into this, it was interesting because the challenge was this downgrade to its Medicare quality ratings. Now, this would have reduced the number of members in bonus-eligible plans. And that's a big deal because these star ratings, they help determine how much money insurers receive in bonuses. And for Humana, that's core to their business. In 2024 alone, they took in 2.5 billion from these payments. And according to Barclays, a win could have added nearly double to Humana's 2026 profit outlook. But the judge ultimately ruled that this case was premature, suggesting that the company needs to complete the administrative appeals process first. But just really underscores the broader challenges here facing some of these government-backed insurance programs. Yeah, definitely. And we could so we could see that process continue by the way legally, so this this story might not be over. Uh, coming up next, let's talk about Chipotle. It's getting an upgrade to outperform from market perform at BMO Capital Markets. The analyst there saying the restaurant chain's sales and profit should pick up in the second half of the year and that the U.S. expansion still has lots of room to grow. The firm setting a $65 price target, implying 21% upside for the shares. The shares, Ali, not getting that much of a lift from this call. Yeah, we're just up around 4/10 of a percent, and it's really the second half that BMO is focused on. They pointed to accelerated same-store sales, improving margins. Uh, the analyst noted that comps are starting to pick up and says that Chipotle's U.S. heavy growth strategy could eventually hit a 10% annual pace. Now, what's was interesting in this note is they also said Chipotle's well-positioned even if the economy slows. And we've been talking about the state of the consumer, and there seems to be two different camps here: the high-income consumer and those that are still struggling with inflation. And that's hit a lot of those consumer-facing names, a lot of these fast food chains. Chipotle shares, by the way, they're down about 11% since the start of the year. And I'm used to talking about how bullish people are about Chipotle. So, we've definitely seen a slowdown on that front. But BMO is saying that its value proposition is best in class, which could help the brand continue to outperform peers on traffic along with revenue. So perhaps this call is a turning point for this company, but like you were saying, we're not seeing too much of a share react to it right now. No, not at the moment. Um, and finally, let's get to another analyst call. JP Morgan bullish on Roku heading into earnings. The firm says advertising's holding up, China tariffs are cooling off, both of which are positive for the company. So, the analyst sees about 10% upside from the stock's last close. This one, um, kind of your bread and butter as somebody who who has covered media here, Ali. Um, and it's a stock that has had an interesting trajectory. Interesting trajectory, especially within this market environment. If you take a look at a year-to-date chart, you'll see right around March and April where a lot of economists were coming out calling for recessions, Roku took a very serious hit. And that's because during any economic slowdown, what's first to go? It's those ad budgets, and that is really core to Roku's business. So, we saw the stock take a hit there. But now, we're up over 20%. And a big reason why is we had a lot of that uncertainty evaporate just a bit from this market. Uh uh, their economy right now seems to be really solid. A recession is not the base case at this point. And JP Morgan is expecting, heading into this earning season, that Roku is going to be in a strong position. They said that they were too conservative last quarter, and they now see platform revenue rising 15% in Q2. That's above current guidance. Full year EBITDA also expected to come in slightly ahead of forecast there. So, we'll see if this name can deliver. But a lot of the gains that we're seeing now since the start of the year, that that's stemming from that recovery from those April lows. Ali, thanks so much. Appreciate it. And you can scan the QR code below to track the best and worst performing stocks with Yahoo Finances' Trending Tickers page.
