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Edinburgh Live
a day ago
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Tiger Woods' son Charlie's 'broke' claim as real net worth emerges
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Emerging from the vast shadow of his father, golf prodigy Charlie Woods is carving his own path on the greens, stirring curiosity among fans about the budding teenager's net worth. Despite comparisons to his father, the 15-time major champion Tiger Woods, young Charlie has been making waves. He further cemented his growing reputation by clinching victory at his first major American Junior Golf Association tournament – the Team TaylorMade Invitational. Charlie marked another milestone in December 2024 with his first hole-in-one. It was his nonchalant remark afterwards that really captured attention. Interrupting his celebrations came a good-natured reminder from Tiger, who quipped about the age-old tradition in golf. "You're buying [a round of drinks] for everyone out here," nudged Woods Snr, eliciting the cheeky retort from Charlie: "I'm not buying. I'm broke," reports the Mirror US. Such jests raise eyebrows: could the scion of golfing royalty really be feeling the pinch? Sportskeeda estimates Charlie Woods' net worth at an impressive $25 million (£18.5M). Yet, the youngster's financial prospects might be even more robust, following whispers about a sizeable trust fund. Rumour has it, both Charlie and his sister Sam are the beneficiaries of significant trusts, apparently worth $20M (£14.8M) each, courtesy of their illustrious dad Tiger. Charlie has reportedly been gifted two lavish properties in Florida and California, which he will gain access to when he reaches 21. Speculation around endorsements also suggests that Charlie's net worth may be larger than initially estimated. Young Woods is eligible for a potentially profitable Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal. These contracts are typically offered to standout student-athletes, but there's no confirmation yet that he has signed with any brand. Rumours previously swirled that Charlie had partnered with Greyson, a clothing brand valued at an estimated $39m (£28.9m), after he was seen sporting the company's logo at the 2023 PNC Championship. However, neither Woods nor the brand have confirmed a deal. Charlie has also been seen wearing his father's signature golf apparel line, Sun Day Red, throughout his junior career. Yet, it remains unclear if there is any official agreement with his dad's brand. The 16 year old triumphed over some of the world's top junior players at the Streamsong Golf Resort Black Course to win the TaylorMade Invitational. This significant victory came after he missed out on local qualifying for the U.S. Open for the second consecutive year, and it even catapulted his AJGA ranking from No. 606 to No. 14. However, he still has a long road ahead to emulate his father's success, with 49 year old Woods leading the PGA Tour's all-time prize money list. Despite the uncertainty surrounding Charlie's actual earnings, his father's impressive on-course earnings of $120m (£89.1m), coupled with a staggering overall net worth of $1.3bn (£965m) as reported by Forbes, suggest that both he and his sister are unlikely to face financial hardship anytime soon.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Legendary Coach Nick Saban to Shape Future of College Athletics in Presidential Commission
Former Alabama coach Nick Saban is expected to co-chair a new presidential commission on college sports reform, initiated by President Donald Trump. The commission aims to address significant issues in college athletics, including Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) payments, transfer rules, and conference alignments. Advertisement A source told The Athletic that Saban, a vocal critic of the current NIL system, will work alongside a prominent businessman with deep ties to college athletics. The initiative follows a meeting between Trump and Saban at the University of Alabama's spring graduation, where they reportedly discussed the state of college sports. The outlet also reports that the President will be 'very engaged' with the commission as they attempt to steer collegiate sports in a better direction. Saban responded to the news late last night on X, writing, 'It's Time to get College Football back on Track!!!' Nick Saban's Next Big Challenge – Fixing College Sports The commission, behind the leadership of 7-time National Champion coach Nick Saban, is expected to examine booster-funded payments, athlete employment debates, and Title IX applications, among other topics. Advertisement This move comes amid a transformative period in college sports, driven by relaxed transfer rules and NIL earnings, which have given athletes unprecedented power. Let's face it, the transfer portal process is absurd, sometimes leading athletes to jump around to multiple schools to fish for more playing time. And NIL is turning athletes from certain sports or with particular looks into multi-millionaires, regardless of talent level. Shedeur Sanders, a fifth-round draft pick of the Cleveland Browns, was a top NIL earner, as was LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne. They are nowhere near the top of their respective sports. A potential $2.78 billion NCAA settlement addressing antitrust lawsuits is also in progress, highlighting a perceived need for federal legislation. Advertisement Past presidential interventions, like the 1975 Olympic Sports Commission, suggest long-term impacts from such efforts. Critics, including athletes' attorneys, express concern that Saban's involvement may prioritize institutional interests over players' financial freedoms. It is a legitimate concern. RELATED: Alabama legend Nick Saban reportedly recruits President Trump into crusade against NIL money in college football This Doesn't Work Anymore Nick Saban shocked the college football world when he retired at the beginning of 2024, mentioning NIL money as a significant factor in his decision. Advertisement In an interview with ESPN, Saban would later explain that the behavior of some of his players following Alabama's 27-20 overtime loss to Michigan that year in the CFP semifinal was disheartening. 'I want to be clear that wasn't the reason, but some of those events certainly contributed,' Saban said of his decision to retire. 'I was really disappointed in the way that the players acted after the game. You gotta win with class. You gotta lose with class.' 'We had our opportunities to win the game and we didn't do it, and then showing your ass and being frustrated and throwing helmets and doing that stuff … that's not who we are and what we've promoted in our program.' He went on to discuss with his players the potential to field a great team the next season, but found they were solely interested in two things: 'What assurances do I have that I'm going to play because they're thinking about transferring, and how much are you going to pay me?' Advertisement 'So I'm saying to myself, 'Maybe this doesn't work anymore, that the goals and aspirations are just different, and that it's all about how much money can I make as a college player?'' Saban continued. 'I'm not saying that's bad. I'm not saying it's wrong, I'm just saying that's never been what we were all about, and it's not why we had success through the years.' College players shouldn't be faulted for wanting to find ways to make money from their athletic careers, especially when 90% of them will not go on to big paydays in professional sports. But something has to be done to fix the issues. We haven't even touched on the fact that it's nearly impossible for these student-athletes to focus on or want to focus on their education when there is social media money to be made and they're transferring to different schools three times in two years. Advertisement Can Saban help make college sports great again? It might be his biggest challenge yet. Also Read:: Tom Brady Shares Words of Wisdom for Shedeur Sanders' After Draft Slide
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
"Another lie": Shedeur Sanders puts $500K Rolls-Royce rumor to rest as he fully commits to Cleveland Browns
Shedeur Sanders (via Getty Images) Shedeur Sanders, recently drafted quarterback for the Cleveland Browns and son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, has laid to rest the viral scandal over a reported $500,000 Rolls-Royce purchase. While skeptics wondered if the rookie was allowing stardom to blind him to football, Shedeur Shedeur sent a resounding message: he's solely dedicated to working his way into the NFL. Against off-field rumors, Shedeur Sanders focuses on Cleveland Browns and football Time for the QB1 talk for Shedeur Sanders, work ethic resemblance of Tom Brady? | THE FACILITY Shedeur Sanders may be a fifth-round draft choice, but the media attention he's receiving is on par with that of a top-five draft pick. Following his selection 144th overall in the 2025 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns, Shedeur Sanders has been fighting to make a name for himself on the field and not in the tabloids. The rookie quarterback, though, was at the center of a maelstrom of rumors this past weekend. Rumors emerged that Shedeur Sanders had bought a bespoke olive-green Rolls-Royce Phantom worth more than half a million. The rumor spread fast on social media, helped by his flashy history and the big NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals he inked in college. But the arithmetic didn't add up for much: Sanders signed a four-year, $4.64 million deal, much of which wasn't guaranteed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest today with in Shriram's ULIP Shriram Life Insurance Undo If true, the car would have eaten up nearly half of his signing bonus. Rather than let the story gain traction, Shedeur Sanders took to X (formerly Twitter) to set the record straight. 'Another lie. I'm focused on my team, not a car purchase,' he wrote, cutting off the narrative with one swift post. This wasn't merely a reaction to hearsay—it was a strategic move to refocus eyes onto football. With veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett and fellow rookie Dillon Gabriel joining the Browns' quarterback room, Sanders is locked into what might be the most critical training camp of his professional career. In an interview with SportsCasting, Shedeur Sanders explained how he's shutting out the noise. 'I've mainly just been focusing on the team, everybody that's currently around me, and the coaches on the team,' he explained. 'I haven't really been on my phone much or talking to many people. I really don't even talk to my family. It's one of those situations where I just have to lock in and stay focused on what's present now. ' Even under the microscope, Shedeur Sanders is demonstrating maturity about his NFL adjustment. The diamond chain and sideline dancing are a thing of the past—at least for now. What's left is a concentrated young player who is determined to see beyond distractions and show that he has a place in the NFL. Also read: Cleveland Browns QB battle 2025: Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders, and Cade Klubnik's impact on the franchise future With Deion Sanders loudly supporting Shedeur and Shilo Sanders as "NFL-ready," expectations run high. But if this initial character test is a guide, Shedeur isn't merely here to generate headlines—she's here to win football games. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Mint
26-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
After Elon Musk and Sam Altman, Lex Fridman to interview Sundar Pichai on AI: All we know so far
Podcaster Lex Fridman has announced that he will soon interview Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai for his podcast and has asked users to share questions and topic suggestions for the discussion. Fridman has previously also hosted other AI figures including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and xAI's Elon Musk. In a post on X announcing his podcast with Pichai, Fridman wrote, 'I'm doing a podcast with @sundarpichai soon. Let me know if you have any questions / topic suggestions. The rate of AI progress has been insane. It makes me excited for the future (even more than usual 🤣) and excited to chat with leaders & engineers who are building that future.' Notably, Google had rolled out various upgrades to its Gemini language models, Google Meet, Image 4 video image generation mode, Veo 3 video generation model and AI chatbot for Google Search. While Google seemed woefully lacking in the AI race when ChatGPT made its public debut in late 2022, the company has made long strides since then and gone on to become the biggest players in the latest technology by implementing Gemini's AI models across its products from Docs to Search, Gmail and more. Speaking about the power of AI in empowering users, Pichai said in an interview with the All In podcast, 'I think if you look at how much information means to people, I think they're going to each person is going to have access to information in a way they've never had before, so it feels very far from a zero-sum construct to me. And we are seeing it empirically when people are using search.' Asked if AI will eat away some of the profits of Google Search, Pichai said, 'You don't think about it as a dilemma because you have to innovate to stay ahead, and you can lean in the direction of the user. It's like one of the original principles of Google — follow the user, everything else will follow. I think the dilemma only exists if you treat it as a dilemma. All along in technology, you have these massive periods of innovation and you lean into it as hard as you can — it's the only way to do it. You know when mobile came everyone was like you're not going to have the real estate, like how will ads work, all that stuff. (But) mobile was a transition which ended up working great (for Google),'
IOL News
20-05-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
Victorious Amajita return home to a rapturous welcome
Amajita made history on Sunday by becoming the first South African U20 side to win the Africa Youth Championship, following a triumphant campaign in Egypt. Image: CAF Image Mihlali Baleka Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi proudly wrapped Amajita captain Patrick Autata in the South African flag as the victorious Under-20 men's national football team returned home to a rapturous welcome on Monday morning. Amajita made history on Sunday by becoming the first South African U20 side to win the Africa Youth Championship, following a triumphant campaign in Egypt. Their arrival at OR Tambo International Airport brought the international arrivals precinct to a virtual standstill, as fans, families, and football enthusiasts gathered to welcome the champions. Chanting and singing filled the terminal as South Africans celebrated the team's remarkable achievement. Autata, who held the trophy aloft before the cheering crowd, was honoured by Lesufi with the symbolic gesture of being cloaked in the national flag — a powerful moment of pride for both the player and the country. Joining Lesufi on stage during the official press conference in the airport's auditorium were several high-profile dignitaries, including South African Football Association (Safa) president Danny Jordaan and Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos. Although Broos appeared somewhat distracted during proceedings, he offered praise for Amajita coach Raymond Mdaka and his team, delivering a strong message to the young players: 'You know, guys, achieving the top is easy, but staying at the top is much more difficult. Everything starts now for you. You are at a crossroads. 'Take the right direction, and I'll see you next month or next year at Bafana Bafana, or with a big team locally or abroad. Take the wrong way, and… well, it's up to you. 'You've got every opportunity to enjoy a good life for the next 10–12 years as a professional footballer — and believe me, it's the nicest profession you can imagine. But you must work hard, and having the right lifestyle is crucial. 'I hope to welcome some of you at Bafana next month. Again, congratulations to the coach and the guys!' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Broos' comments reflected a commitment to monitoring the progress of the young champions, potentially fast-tracking some into the senior national setup. However, the pressing question of player bonuses loomed large during the media event, especially given Safa's widely reported financial challenges. Asked how the federation plans to reward the team, Jordaan was vague: 'We have not (yet) received any money from CAF. When we have the money, we will decide,' he said, referring to the expected prize money of approximately R3.6 million. Jordaan downplayed concerns about Safa's financial health, adding that the organisation had never failed to cover the basic costs for national teams, including flights, accommodation, and allowances during international duties. One corporate sponsor, however, stepped up. Safa's mobile phone partner, Honor, pledged to reward each player with smartphones and earphones in recognition of their continental success. Coach Mdaka, visibly emotional during the occasion, congratulated his players and technical team for overcoming numerous challenges en route to their historic triumph. 'It wasn't easy, but the players gave everything. I'm proud of how far we've come,' he said. With a place at the Fifa Under-20 World Cup now secured, Mdaka and his team will be hoping for continued backing from SAFA to ensure thorough preparation — especially after receiving such a heartfelt heroes' welcome.
