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Hans India
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Saiee Manjrekar turns heads with her stylish new look
Actress Saiee Manjrekar, who made a strong impression with films like Dabangg 3, Major, and Ghani, continues to captivate fans with her elegant presence and evolving style. In her latest photoshoot, Saiee exudes grace and confidence, donning trendy outfits that enhance her natural beauty. Her blend of charm and poise has not gone unnoticed, with many industry insiders and fans alike hailing her as a rising fashion icon. Whether it's traditional wear or chic contemporary looks, Saiee is effortlessly setting new style goals. While her last appearance was in the Telugu action drama Arjun: Son of Vyjayanthi opposite Kalyan Ram, the film didn't strike a chord with audiences. However, Saiee's performance and screen presence remain widely appreciated, and expectations are high for her next move. As she continues to evolve both as an actor and a fashion figure, Saiee Manjrekar is certainly one to watch in the coming months.
The Sun
7 hours ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Jeneath Wong Fired Up for AIG Women's Open at Royal Porthcawl
Malaysia's leading amateur Jeneath Wong will be aiming to make it to the weekend at this week's AIG Women's Open, the fifth and final women's Major of the year which starts on Thursday at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club in Wales. Wong will be making her third Major start of 2025, courtesy of exemptions from her gutsy victory at the Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) championship in Vietnam earlier this year. Having failed to make the cut at The Chevron Championship and The Amundi Evian Championship, the 20-year-old is hoping to round off her Major campaign on a high note. Wong also bowed out after 36 holes at the 2023 U.S. Women's Open, earning her start through a qualifying tournament. 'Porthcawl is a beautiful course and demands creativity for all shots from tee to green, especially around the greens. My main goal is to make the cut, so I'll just focus on playing a consistent game,' said Wong. Wong is familiar with the type of shots needed to negotiate the windswept and well-bunkered Royal Porthcawl layout. The petite golfer may not be long off the tees but has a deft short game and strong mental resolve, attributes which served her well during her WAAP victory in March this year. 'It's important to stay out of the pot bunkers and deep rough. Once you're in a bunker, you can't attack the green due to the depth and that will almost automatically cost you a shot,' noted Wong. 'You have to play a totally different game on a links course, so I think it'll be really fun especially around the greens. Rather than always hitting a 60-degree, I'll have to hit some bump-and-runs with a longer iron, just playing with the slopes to get my ball close to the hole, as well as just planning on how the ball is going to shape through the wind,'
The Sun
7 hours ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Malaysia's Jeneath Wong fired up for Royal Porthcawl at AIG Women's Open
Malaysia's leading amateur Jeneath Wong will be aiming to make it to the weekend at this week's AIG Women's Open, the fifth and final women's Major of the year which starts on Thursday at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club in Wales. Wong will be making her third Major start of 2025, courtesy of exemptions from her gutsy victory at the Women's Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) championship in Vietnam earlier this year. Having failed to make the cut at The Chevron Championship and The Amundi Evian Championship, the 20-year-old is hoping to round off her Major campaign on a high note. Wong also bowed out after 36 holes at the 2023 U.S. Women's Open, earning her start through a qualifying tournament. 'Porthcawl is a beautiful course and demands creativity for all shots from tee to green, especially around the greens. My main goal is to make the cut, so I'll just focus on playing a consistent game,' said Wong. Wong is familiar with the type of shots needed to negotiate the windswept and well-bunkered Royal Porthcawl layout. The petite golfer may not be long off the tees but has a deft short game and strong mental resolve, attributes which served her well during her WAAP victory in March this year. 'It's important to stay out of the pot bunkers and deep rough. Once you're in a bunker, you can't attack the green due to the depth and that will almost automatically cost you a shot,' noted Wong. 'You have to play a totally different game on a links course, so I think it'll be really fun especially around the greens. Rather than always hitting a 60-degree, I'll have to hit some bump-and-runs with a longer iron, just playing with the slopes to get my ball close to the hole, as well as just planning on how the ball is going to shape through the wind,'
Khaleej Times
a day ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
This Week in Golf: Spotlight on Lottie Woad and cash-rich AIG Women's Open in Wales
With the DP World Tour on week number two of its mid-summer break, all eyes will be on the women with their fifth and final Major of their global calendar for both the LPGA and LET, the AIG Women's Open at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club, in South Wales. So far in the 2025 season, the Major winners have been Mao Saigo (Japan) at the Chevron Championship, Maja Stark (Sweden) at the U.S. Women's Open, Minjee Lee (Australia) at the Women's PGA Championship, and Grace Kim (Australia) at The Amundi Evian Championship. It is the first time since 2020, a season shortened by COVID-19, that no American player has won a Major, raising a question for the future: should another Major be staged outside of the United States, alongside The Amundi Evian Championship in France? South Korea's ongoing prominence in women's golf may deserve greater recognition. We'll explore that topic in more depth next week. This week's AIG Women's Open carries a $9.5 million purse, making it the third-highest in women's golf behind the $10.4 million KPMG Women's PGA Championship and the $12 million U.S. Women's Open presented by Ally. Major Status Since 2001 The tournament was first played in 1976 and was designated a Major in 2001. Since the 2017 merger between the Ladies Golf Union and The R&A, both the Men's and Women's Open Championships have been operated by The R&A. Lydia Ko of New Zealand returns as the defending champion, having claimed the title at St Andrews last year over the Old Course. Hopes are high for favourable weather, which has thus far been relatively kind to golf across Europe this summer. This week, much of the attention will be on 21-year-old English sensation Lottie Woad. Playing in her first professional event last week, the ISPS Handa Scottish Open at Dundonald Links, Woad claimed a three-shot victory. Her previous three starts have yielded a win, a third-place tie, and another win. She began the year ranked 337th in the Rolex Women's World Golf Rankings. At the start of last week, she had moved to 62nd, and following her victory, she now sits 24th. Her rapid ascent is further reflected in her statistics: 16th in the LET Order of Merit, fourth in the 2025 Rookie of the Year standings, and 14th in the 2026 Solheim Cup Rankings for Team Europe. Her earnings now total over $255,000, placing her sixth on the LET Money List—a remarkable return from just one week as a professional. Meanwhile, on the PGA Tour, this week marks the final opportunity for players to qualify for the FedEx Cup Series. Following this week's Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club in North Carolina, the top 70 players will advance to the FedEx St. Jude Classic, then the top 50 to the BMW Championship, and finally the top 30 to the season-ending Tour Championship. Season Ends Too Soon The PGA Tour season officially concludes on August 24. For many golf fans, this feels prematurely early for a sport with global reach. With the Ryder Cup still to come, some are calling for a rethink—perhaps even a return of the PGA Championship to its traditional August slot. Elsewhere in the game, the HotelPlanner Tour—formerly the Challenge Tour—heads to Scotland for the Farmfoods Scottish Challenge supported by The R&A, held at SCHLOSS Roxburghe. The Legends Tour also returns to action with the Staysure PGA Seniors Championship at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen. As the summer of golf rolls on, all eyes this week are on South Wales—and on Lottie Woad—as the game's biggest names compete for Major glory. This week's golf schedule
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Andy Murray announces 'new addition to the family' after tragic loss
Andy Murray and his family have welcomed a new four-legged member into their household. The former world No. 1 shared some delightful photographs of their new brown canine companion on social media over the weekend. This development arrives just eight months following the passing of the Murray family's cherished border terrier, Rusty. They previously had another dog, Maggie May, who died in 2022. However, Murray, his wife Kim, and their four children have now opened their doors to another furry friend. "New addition to the family," the three-time Major champion posted on Instagram, announcing they had welcomed a new dog into their lives, reports the Express. Andy Murray has a new dog (Image: Instagram @andymurray) The initial photograph captured Murray with a radiant grin as he stroked his new canine companion. The subsequent image displayed the endearing puppy positioned on the ground, striking a pose for the lens. Last November, the 38 year old also used social media to honour Rusty, his family's beloved pet, following his death. He posted: "You were the most loyal and protective companion our family could have wished for. "You were so patient and gentle with the kids and we all learned so much from you. The house feels empty without you in it... Love you ruzz rest easy poppet." Murray will certainly have his work cut out with his new puppy, though the Briton has considerable spare time following his retirement from professional tennis at the Olympics last summer. A few months after hanging up his tennis racket, he began coaching former adversary Novak Djokovic. Murray teamed up with the world's sixth-ranked player at the Australian Open, Indian Wells, Miami Open, and Madrid Open this year before their collaboration concluded. Nowadays, the ex-world No. 1 spends most of his time on the golf course, but he also relishes spending time at home with his family. Earlier this summer, Murray confessed to GQ: "Right now, I don't really do anything. I'm a father, essentially. "I used to have to explain [to them] that I'm going away to play a tournament. They liked it when I lost, because that meant I was coming home." Now, he has another reason to stay put at home, as he's got a new puppy to train.
