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Newsweek
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Rory McIlroy Follows Bryson DeCambeau's Footsteps Making History
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In early February 2025, Bryson DeChambeau, who will arrive at next month's U.S. Open as the defending champion, made history on the other side of the world. He became the first reigning major winner to tee it up professionally in India, doing so at an Asian Tour event at the DLF Golf and Country Club. DeChambeau played well, posting a solo second finish thanks to a remarkable final round 65 on a difficult layout. But he finished four strokes behind Ollie Schniederjans, who finished atop the leaderboard at 10-under par. Only four players finished in red figures. Fast forward to Wednesday and another major champion announced that he will head to India this fall. Rory McIlroy smiles while playing the 14th hole during the second round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) Rory McIlroy smiles while playing the 14th hole during the second round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images/Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images Rory McIlroy, who won The Masters in dramatic fashion in April, has committed to playing in the inaugural DP World India Championship. The Delhi Golf Club will host this event from October 16-19. "I'm excited to not only tee it up in India for the first time but also visit a country that I've always wanted to explore," McIlroy said via a DP World Tour statement. "I'm proud to play in the inaugural DP World India Championship. I've always enjoyed playing a global schedule and as I have previously said, there is tremendous potential to grow golf further in the country. This is a great opportunity, and I can't wait to play in front of Indian golf fans." McIlroy's commitment to playing in India backs up his comments from January 2024, when he said he longed for a 'global tour.' His declaration came shortly after Jon Rahm bolted for LIV Golf. They also came a few days after Dec. 31, 2023, the date in which the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), LIV's beneficiary, set a deadline to strike a formal agreement. Of course, a formalized deal between the two sides still has not come into fruition all this time later. "My dream scenario is a world tour, with the proviso that corporate America has to remain a big part of it all. Saudi Arabia, too. That's just basic economics. But there is an untapped commercial opportunity out there. Investors always want to make a return on their money," McIlroy said before the 2024 Dubai Invitational in early January. "Revenues at the PGA Tour right now are about $2.3 billion. So, how do we get that number up to four or six? To me, it is by looking outward. They need to think internationally and spread their wings a bit. I've been banging that drum for a while." Since turning professional, McIlroy has teed it up in 28 different countries. India will be the 29th. "Whether [events] are rotated on the new global circuit, or we go with the same ones every year, I'm okay with either," McIlroy added then. "The Australian Open, for example, should almost be the fifth major. The market down there is huge with potential. They love golf. They love sport. They have been starved of top-level golf. And the courses are so good." Rory McIlroy Around the World McIlroy has committed to playing at the 2025 Australian Open. Royal Melbourne, long heralded as one of the best golf courses in the world, will host this year's tournament. Kingston Heath, another gem that is a part of Melbourne's 'Sand Belt' region, will host next year's Australian Open, which McIlroy will also play in. He is making it a priority to make starts around the world in 2025 and looks destined to do something similar in 2026. McIlroy's start on the Indian Subcontinent in October will likely be his first competitive event after playing in the Ryder Cup, which Bethpage Black on Long Island will host in September. It will mark McIlroy's eighth appearance for Team Europe in the biennial competition. Before then, McIlroy will return to the British Isles for two events, the Irish Open and the BMW PGA Championship. Last year, McIlroy coughed up the lead at the Irish Open at Royal County Down, losing to Rasmus Hojgaard by one. He then lost to Billy Horschel in a playoff at Wentworth the following week. This year's Irish Open will take place at The K Club while the BMW PGA Championship returns to Wentworth for the 41st consecutive year. McIlroy has also committed to playing in the Canadian Open in June — likely his next start — and the Scottish Open in July, prioritizing national opens ahead of other events. He also has the U.S. Open at Oakmont and The Open at Royal Portrush in his native Northern Ireland circled on his calendar. More Golf: Lefty Forced to Eat His Words after Scottie Scheffler Wins PGA Championship
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
LA Coliseum, SoFi Stadium to share 2028 Olympic opening ceremony
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will serve as co-host for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics opening ceremony, giving it a record role in a third Olympic Games (Jared C. Tilton) Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and SoFi Stadium will share the opening ceremony of the 2028 Summer Olympics in an unprecedented dual-venue celebration, Games organizers announced on Thursday. LA28 unveiled ceremony plans for July 14, 2028, to blend history, the Coliseum becoming the first venue to host events for three Olympics, and innovation at Inglewood's stadium, home of the NFL's Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers, which makes an Olympic debut and which which organizers refer to by an unsponsored title 'The Stadium in Inglewood'. Advertisement The Olympic closing ceremony will be staged on July 30, 2028, at the iconic Coliseum. The 2028 LA Paralympic opening ceremony will be at SoFi Stadium, on August 15, 2028 with the closing ceremony on August 27, 2028, at the Coliseum. "The venues selected for the 2028 opening and closing ceremonies will highlight Los Angeles' rich sporting history and cutting-edge future, showcasing the very best that LA has to offer on the world stage," said LA28 chairperson and president Casey Wasserman. "These two extraordinary venues will create an unforgettable experience, welcoming fans from across the globe to an Olympic and Paralympic Games like never before and concluding what will go down as one of the most incredible Games in history." Advertisement The Coliseum, which opened in 1923, has previously hosted events for the 1932 and 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. "Today's announcement marks a proud milestone as the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum will become the first venue in history to host three Olympic Games," Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said. "For over a century, the Coliseum has been a landmark host to some of the most iconic moments in all of sports history. That story continues in 2028." Athletics will be contested at the Coliseum with swimming to be conducted at SoFi Stadium. js/sev
Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Truist Championship: PGA Tour Tee Times, Streaming
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Truist Championship, the sixth Signature Event of the PGA Tour season, is right around the corner and will serve as a prelude to the PGA Championship, the second major of the year. The event will be played May 8-11 at the Philadelphia Cricket Club's Wissahickon Course. Rory McIlroy is the defending champion, although the tournament was named the Wells Fargo Championship. It was normally held at Quail Hollow Golf Club, but that is where next week's PGA will be. So, the tournament was moved to Philadelphia. Organizers have already released details on how to watch the event live. As usual, this tournament will have the most comprehensive coverage on both traditional television and streaming. Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts after winning the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club on May 12, 2024 in Clifton, North Carolina. Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts after winning the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Club on May 12, 2024 in Clifton, North Carolina. Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images How to Watch the Truist Championship on TV Thursday, May 8: Golf Channel, 2-6 p.m. ET Friday, May 9: Golf Channel, 2-6 p.m. ET Saturday, May 10: Golf Channel, 1-3 p.m. ET | CBS, 3-6:30 p.m. ET Sunday, May 11: Golf Channel, 1-3 p.m. ET | CBS, 3-6 p.m. ET How to Watch the Truist Championship on Streaming PGA Tour Live on ESPN+: Early coverage and featured group coverage all four rounds Paramount+: Live stream of the CBS coverage and the NBC Sports App: Simulcasts of Golf Channel's telecasts Truist Championship 2025 Round 1 Tee Times The 72 players in the field for the Truist Championship have been grouped in threesomes and will start from the 1st and 10th tees, in an effort to avoid the rain forecast for Thursday. These are the groups and tee times for the first round (Eastern Time): 1st tee 11:09 a.m. – Ben Griffin, Lucas Glover, Sam Stevens 11:20 a.m. – Brian Harman, Patrick Cantlay, Tom Hoge 11:31 a.m. – Sahith Theegala, Cameron Young, Max Greyserman 11:42 a.m. – Sam Burns, Byeong Hun An, Eric Cole 11:53 a.m. – J.T. Poston, Cam Davis, Stephan Jaeger 12:04 p.m. – Andrew Novak, Rickie Fowler, Gary Woodland 12:15 p.m. – Min Woo Lee, Maverick McNealy, Jordan Spieth 12:26 p.m. – Justin Thomas, Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood 12:37 p.m. – Viktor Hovland, Wyndham Clark, Collin Morikawa 12:48 p.m. – Taylor Pendrith, Tony Finau, Max Homa 12:59 p.m. – Nick Dunlap, Matthieu Pavon, Si Woo Kim 1:10 p.m. – Brian Campbell, Patrick Rodgers, Ryan Gerard 10th tee 11:09 a.m. – Joe Highsmith, Harris English, Rasmus Højgaard 11:20 a.m. – Robert MacIntyre, Davis Thompson, Denny McCarthy 11:31 a.m. – Chris Kirk, Corey Conners, Adam Hadwin 11:42 a.m. – Sungjae Im, Adam Scott, Alex Noren 11:53 a.m. – Austin Eckroat, Aaron Rai, Will Zalatoris 12:04 p.m. – Nick Taylor, Erik van Rooyen, J.J. Spaun 12:15 p.m. – Keith Mitchell, Michael Kim, Michael Thorbjornsen 12:26 p.m. – Keegan Bradley, Shane Lowry, Justin Rose 12:37 p.m. – Russell Henley, Ludvig Åberg, Sepp Straka 12:48 p.m. – Hideki Matsuyama, Xander Schauffele, Akshay Bhatia 12:59 p.m. – Thomas Detry, Matt Fitzpatrick, Christiaan Bezuidenhout 1:10 p.m. – Garrick Higgo, Daniel Berger, Jacob Bridgeman More Golf: Phil Mickelson Trolled for Egregious Scottie Scheffler Prediction
Forbes
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Why Miami Grand Prix President Wants A Pause To U.S. F1 Expansion
MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 05: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing ... More RB20 leads the field off the line at the start during the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 05, 2024 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images) Formula 1 is making its first trip to the United States this weekend, as it kicks off the sixth round of the 2025 season with the Miami Grand Prix from May 2-4. This marks the fourth edition of the Miami GP since it debuted back in 2022 and joined Austin as the second American venue on the F1 calendar. Las Vegas followed suit a year later in 2023, bringing the total number of American races to three. In recent years, F1 saw a surge in its fanbase in the United States thanks in no small part to the Netflix hit series Drive to Survive, which released its latest season on March 7. The sport experienced a 10.5% growth in its U.S. fanbase in 2024, and popularity is expected to only keep climbing particularly with Cadillac finally joining the scene next year as the 11th team on the grid and the second American outfit alongside Haas. This has made the idea of F1 further expanding its footprint in the U.S. just too tempting to ignore, and there was a time when it felt like a fourth American race - soon or in the distant future - is already on the table. Last year, F1 filed trademark rights for the name 'Chicago Grand Prix' among others. And while this could just be a protective move to secure naming rights for potential future use rather than immediate plans to bring F1 to Chicago, it has certainly spurred speculation about what might come next, with New York also being a contender for a race. While it's easy to see why the Colorado-based owners, Liberty Media, might want to cash in on F1's boom in the States, the Miami Grand Prix president believes it might be wise for the sport to hit pause on expansion and allow both Miami and fellow newcomer Las Vegas to solidify their positions first. Speaking to PA news agency, Tyler Epp said, 'We would certainly not be in favour of a fourth race (in the United States). 'I am not worried about the detraction from our event. But we need to stabilise some of these new races. 'We are very respectful of the history of Formula One before the Miami Grand Prix existed, and we have tried to be very humble with that. And now we have got two of the three races in the States both being what I would consider to be very new races. 'Hopefully we have established ourselves here in Miami as one that is here to stay. And we will continue to invest with F1, the FIA, and the sport.' The Miami Grand Prix is locked into a 10-year contract that runs until 2031. Since both venues are newcomers, they have some work ahead to maintain their spots on the calendar. That goes to everything from racing quality to profitability, revenue, fan experience, turnout and more. Since Miami's debut, attendance has been on the rise, jumping from 243,000 in 2022 to 270,500 in 2023. The growth has slowed down a bit in 2024 however, as the event managed to pull in about 275,000 over the three days. In Las Vegas, the newly introduced grand prix attracted 306,000 attendees over the weekend last year, while Austin, a staple on the calendar since 2012, reportedly pulled in a whopping 432,000. This year, though, the Miami GP is expected to break attendance records and have a huge economic impact of around $505 million for South Florida. But when looking at the racing itself, Miami International Autodrome doesn't quite have the drivers singing its praises and has some problematic areas in its layout. Lewis Hamilton once said that 'It's probably at the bottom of my list of preferred circuits.' Drivers have also flagged issues on tire performance in Miami's spring heat, and one possible fix is to switch to a night race like in Las Vegas, but Epp dismissed the likelihood of this change happening next year. 'It comes up every year,' Epp continued. 'I can tell you that we have an internal discussion about it, and there are folks that sit around our table who are very adamant that is the right thing to do. 'But we are not there today, and there are no plans for the race in 2026 to be a night event.' Generally, it is more likely that F1 wants to explore new venues before looking to further expand its presence in the U.S. for the time being. Interest is at an all-time high from several locations, with serious bids coming from Thailand and South Korea, and there are also talks about bringing F1 back to Africa - the only continent without a race. The Miami Grand Prix is set to take place on May 4 at 4 p.m. local time.
Forbes
17-04-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Racing To Success: Siemens' Digital Solutions In Unexpected Industries
JGR team owner and NASCAR Hall of Famer, Joe Gibbs looks on in the garage area after an on-track ... More incident during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway on November 02, 2024 in Martinsville, Virginia. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) Donut production and race car engineering share surprising similarities. Both operate under intense time pressure where every hour matters, requiring rapid turnaround to minimize delays. These industries need infrastructure that enables innovation, efficiency, and minimal downtime. Krispy Kreme stores produce up to 1,000 dozen donuts hourly, demanding consistent, high-speed operations to meet daily demand. Similarly, NASCAR's weekly race schedule leaves teams like Joe Gibbs Racing little time to redesign and implement improvements between competitions. Traditionally separate, IT and industrial automation are now converging as industries adopt more intelligent, connected systems. This integration enables businesses to achieve new levels of operational performance. Modern manufacturing facilities deploy software to collect and analyze real-time data from machines. Through IoT devices, businesses monitor production lines, predict failures, and optimize processes automatically. Digital twins have become central to this IT-OT convergence. These virtual replicas mirror real-world behavior in real time, allowing businesses to simulate operations before implementing physical changes. Siemens' Xcelerator portfolio stands out in digital twin technology for industrial design and control. A digital twin is a real-time, virtual representation of a physical object, like a race car or manufacturing line, that uses data from sensors and software models to simulate, monitor, and optimize performance throughout its lifecycle. At the core of Siemens' Xcelerator technology is a closed-loop system that continuously synchronizes virtual models with physical approach allows racing teams to simulate aerodynamics and tire wear under various track conditions before physical implementation. Similarly, manufacturers can model production changes virtually, reducing risk without disrupting operations. As digital twins advance, they increasingly leverage AI and machine learning to enable self-optimization. Businesses are also exploring AR and VR applications, providing immersive insights for maintenance and decision-making. The integration of IT and industrial automation is a significant step toward smart, connected factories and more resilient supply chains. By harnessing the power of data, digital twins, and automation, businesses are better equipped to respond to challenges, innovate faster, and drive sustainable growth in an increasingly competitive landscape. It also arrives with challenges. As enterprises adopt intelligent operational technology, managing complex product development creates new challenges. Product lifecycle management solutions like Siemens' Teamcenter provide integrated platforms to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration. Joe Gibbs Racing, a top NASCAR team, essentially builds a new car for every race. Mark Bringle, Technical Sponsorship Director, explained their process includes designing and fabricating parts using industrial 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines. Missing a deadline could mean forfeiting a race. JGR built workflows around Siemens' software solutions — NX, Teamcenter, and Solid Edge — to design and optimize components under extreme time constraints. During the 38-week NASCAR season, engineers previously had to wait until returning to headquarters to make adjustments. Now, theyj can design parts immediately at the track using Solid Edge on laptops, then transfer designs to NX for advanced modeling, all integrated through Teamcenter. For JGR, this quick-turnaround is enabled by Teamcenter, which allows files to flow effortlessly between Solid Edge and NX, allowing JGR engineers to work efficiently regardless of their location. "Teamcenter gives us the digital backbone we need to operate at the speed of racing," Bringle noted. "When you're building what amounts to a new race car every week, having a system that manages our engineering data is essential." Not far from Joe Gibbs Racing is the world headquarters of Krispy Kreme, a global leader in fresh, high-quality doughnuts. While doughnuts are the final product, Krispy Kreme also prides itself on being a machine builder, designing and manufacturing its proprietary production equipment in-house. Much like Joe Gibbs Racing, Krispy Kreme relies on Siemens drives, controls, and software. To maintain consistency of its donuts, Krispy Kreme needed to modernize production systems across 600+ global stores. The company partnered with Think PLC to implement Siemens drives and an automation portal for real-time monitoring, diagnostics, and control. This solution increased precision in donut frying, improving accuracy by 12% while reducing waste and enhancing product consistency. It also improved safety with advanced monitoring systems that automatically stop processes within milliseconds of detecting issues. Despite operating in entirely different sectors, Krispy Kreme and Joe Gibbs Racing share a reliance on end-to-end industrial automation for flexibility and precision. Both face challenges of time constraints, precision requirements, rapid problem-solving needs, and efficiency demands. Siemens' Xcelerator portfolio integrates design, simulation, production, and data management, helping businesses improve productivity, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality standards. Competition in this space has intensified as IT-OT convergence accelerates. ABB's Ability platform, Honeywell's Forge, and Emerson's Plantweb offer similar capabilities, while cloud giants like Microsoft and AWS partner with industrial players to enhance connectivity and analytics. Despite this crowded field, Siemens remains competitive with its comprehensive portfolio spanning the entire value chain within a unified data environment. The convergence of IT and operational technology is accelerating across industries. As industrial processes become increasingly digitized, the walls between IT departments and plant operations are disappearing. Today's systems require the reliability of traditional OT combined with the connectivity and analytics of IT. Siemens well-positioned to capitalize on this trend, reflected in its recent earnings showing its Digital Industries segment seeing steady growth. In its most recent quarter, Siemens saw its software revenue grow 15% year-over-year, with its EDA software, in particular, growing an impressive 30%. Companies that successfully navigate this convergence gain significant advantages: reduced downtime, improved quality, faster innovation cycles, and enhanced ability to meet changing customer demands. Krispy Kreme and Joe Gibbs Racing exemplify how organizations can transform operations by integrating physical and digital worlds. Whether racing for a championship or ensuring fresh donuts delight customers worldwide, success increasingly lies where information technology and operational technology converge—with Siemens positioned at this critical intersection.
