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USA Today
2 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Indiana's Maddie May sets tournament record in opening round of Golfweek Hoosier Amateur
Maddie May with a tournament record 4-under 67 to lead after round 1 here at the Golfweek Hoosier Amateur. @IndianaWGolf No one in the history of the Golfweek Hoosier Amateur has shot a better round than Maddie May did Tuesday. The rising redshirt junior at Indiana got off to a blazing start at the 5th annual edition of the Hoosier Amateur, carding a 4-under 67 on Tuesday in the opening round, setting a new tournament scoring record by two shots. She becomes the fourth player in the history of the Hoosier Amateur to break par at the Pfau Course, joining Erica Shepherd (2020, 69), Madison Dabagia (2024, 70) and Rachel Camp (2024, 70). "This is my third time playing the tournament, so I've always enjoyed coming back here and playing the Pfau in tournament conditions before we start the season up," May said. "I just drove the ball really well today, which helps a lot around the Pfau, and keeping it out of trouble. "I just gave myself birdie opportunities on a lot of holes and was able to convert a lot on the front nine, which was really good." May's round was the best of the opening round by five strokes. Nicole Johnson and Catherine Qui share second after 72s. She started with three consecutive birdies on Nos. 2-4 and added another at the par-5 ninth to turn in 32. On the back nine, she had a birdie and bogey offset, matched with seven pars, and it equaled a stellar opening performance. "That's just been my goal over the summer is just try to enjoy golf, take some pressure off the outcomes," May said.
Khaleej Times
9 hours ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Teeing off a new era: Dubai's Jumeirah Golf Estates embarks on ‘The Next Chapter'
Dubai continues to raise the stakes in the world of golf with the unveiling of a new championship course at Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE), signaling the city's commitment to innovation in sport, luxury, and sustainable urban development. The latest addition, aptly named The Next Chapter, represents a significant expansion to the iconic JGE, joining the existing Earth and Fire championship courses. This new 18-hole layout is designed not only to elevate Dubai's status as a premier golf destination but also to reflect the city's forward-thinking vision for lifestyle and community planning. This ambitious project is part of a broader 4.68 million square metre masterplan spearheaded by Wasl Properties, the government-backed real estate developer. The development aims to position Dubai as a global hub for golf enthusiasts, from seasoned professionals to everyday players, while complementing the emirate's rapid urban growth. 'We're thrilled to introduce 'The Next Chapter' at Jumeirah Golf Estates, building on a strong legacy of world-class golfing experiences,' said Chris May, CEO of Dubai Golf, in an interview with Golf Digest. Distinct Experience, Inclusive Design He emphasized that this course will offer a different playing experience from the existing Earth and Fire layouts, balancing championship-level design with accessibility for golfers of all abilities. May added, 'The course is intended to be highly enjoyable and playable for a broad range of golfers, providing something fresh and unique to the JGE portfolio.' Reflecting Dubai's sustained momentum in golf, May also noted that several new courses are in the pipeline, including public-access venues to meet the rising demand among both residents and visitors, as reported earlier this month by Khaleej Times. Luxury Meets Golf Lifestyle One of the standout features of the new course is the integration of a luxury hotel directly within the golf environment, one of the first in the UAE. This innovative design allows guests to move effortlessly between playing on the course, relaxing in panoramic suites, and dining in the proposed on-site restaurants. 'This hotel integration transforms the golf experience, making the estate a green oasis for both golfers and non-golfers alike,' May highlighted. Supporting facilities such as a driving range, a coaching academy, and a grass nursery will ensure that the course maintains tournament-grade conditions year-round while nurturing future talent. Golf Driving Urban Vision While golf remains the heart of the project, the expansion of JGE aligns with Dubai's broader urban strategy, particularly its development around Dubai South and the Al Maktoum International Airport. This connection underscores the estate's role not only as a sporting venue but as a vital part of the city's evolving community fabric. Hesham Abdullah Al Qassim, Group CEO of Wasl, commented, 'The Next Chapter marks a key milestone for Wasl and embodies the future of urban development in Dubai. Through visionary planning and sustainable design, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we build.' With over 30 golf courses across the UAE, including renowned venues like Emirates Golf Club and Yas Links Abu Dhabi, this new project further cements Dubai's reputation as a destination where golf is more than a sport, it's a lifestyle. Dubai's Visionary Golf Future The Next Chapter is more than a name; it's a bold statement of Dubai's ongoing commitment to sporting excellence and visionary urban growth, ensuring that Jumeirah Golf Estates remains at the forefront of the city's dynamic evolution.
Newsweek
a day ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Dodgers' Dustin May Offers 1-Word Response on 'Trade Bait' Talk
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Los Angeles Dodgers have held onto the lead in the National League West division as well as one of the best records in baseball all season, but some factors could be driving them to trade away a veteran piece at the upcoming deadline. For one thing, the Dodgers have reason to hope their starting rotation will suddenly become an area of strength as Blake Snell returns from the injured list. That might lead to a move for one of the team's other starters to free up some room in the rotation. And, for another, the Dodgers are surprisingly desperate for some bullpen reinforcement or an offensive upgrade as their divisional lead wanes in the wake of the All-Star game. As a result, six-year pitcher Dustin May could be the odd man out. "In the last week, trade rumors have started to swirl around May, the oft-injured right-hander who is finally healthy this season — but also having an up-and-down campaign in his final year before free agency," Jack Harris wrote for the Los Angeles Times. LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 07: Dustin May #85 of the Los Angeles Dodgers sits in the dugout during the second inning of the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Dodger Stadium on August... LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 07: Dustin May #85 of the Los Angeles Dodgers sits in the dugout during the second inning of the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Dodger Stadium on August 7, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images) More Kamin-Oncea/Getty May missed all of last season with an injury and has returned to post a harsh 4.85 ERA in 18 starts so far this year. It's hard to say just how much trade value he'd really generate in return, but the Dodgers might look to land something if they believe he will move on in free agency this coming winter anyway. And as trade speculation has risen, Harris reported a sarcastic one-word retort from the pitcher. "May hardly seemed surprised to see his name mentioned as possible trade bait in multiple reports this week; having long ago grown accustomed to such speculation during his rise as a top pitching prospect," Harris wrote. "'Shocker,' he quipped earlier this weekend." May indicated that he's used to seeing his name in potential trade reports, and that those aren't doing anything to add pressure to his performances. But he gave up four earned runs in just five innings in his last outing against the Boston Red Sox, hurting his potential trade value and suggesting the rumors could be having some negative impact. In the next few days, fans will find out if that performance was his final one as a Dodger. More MLB: Aaron Judge to First Base? Why Position Change In 2026, Beyond Makes Sense
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Los Angeles Times
The Sports Report: Concerned about Matthew Stafford's back? Sean McVay says he isn't
From Gary Klein: Sean McVay claims he is not concerned about star quarterback Matthew Stafford's back issue. The Rams coach said so three different times Saturday during a post-practice news conference. He added a 'it does not worry me' for good measure. But how could it not? Stafford, 37, has not practiced since the Rams opened training camp while receiving treatment from trainers and the team medical staff for what McVay initially described as back soreness. McVay said last Tuesday that Stafford would sit out the first block of practices, but return on Monday when the Rams will be in pads for the first time. Not so fast. McVay said Stafford would not practice next week, and that his status would be evaluated 'a week at a time.' Continue reading here We have a new newsletter! It's called UCLA Unlocked, and yes, you guess it, it's about UCLA athletics, from football to basketball to baseball to you name it, it will be covered here. Get informed and entertained about everything Bruin sports, from takeaways on the latest big game to recruiting buzz. We'll also remember some of the greatest athletes, coaches and games that made UCLA sports so special. The newsletter will be interactive, including polls and questions about UCLA sports old and new. It'll also cover the school's tradition-rich Olympic sports, highlighting one each week. The newsletter will be emailed to you every Monday morning. You can sign up for it here. And you can't beat the price: Free! From Jack Harris: On a day the Dodgers were facing one of their former longtime starters, Dustin May faced the prospect of potentially soon having the same distinction. In the last week, trade rumors have started to swirl around May, the oft-injured right-hander who is finally healthy this season — but also having an up-and-down campaign in his final year before free agency. It's an idea that, on several levels, makes sense to explore: The Dodgers will soon have to demote someone from the rotation (likely May or Emmet Sheehan) to make room for Blake Snell's return next weekend. And there are few foreseeable scenarios in which May would pitch big innings in the postseason, given his 4.85 earned-run average and the fact that, in his return from a 2023 elbow surgery this year, he is already past his previous career-high for innings pitched. May hardly seemed surprised to see his name mentioned as possible trade bait in multiple reports this week; having long ago grown accustomed to such speculation during his rise as a top pitching prospect. It all made Sunday's start, against former Dodgers rotation-mate and current Boston Red Sox right-hander Walker Buehler, a pivotal one for the 27-year-old May — providing him one last chance to try and stay in the rotation, and the Dodgers' front office one more data point to evaluate in the coming week. The result: An at-times impressive, but ultimately disappointing, effort in which May yielded four runs over five innings in the Dodgers' 4-3 loss against the Red Sox, largely cruising through the first four innings before getting ambushed in a three-run fifth. Continue reading here Dodgers box score MLB scores MLB standings Mike Trout hit a two-run homer in a four-run fifth inning to reach 1,000 career RBIs, and the Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 4-1 on Sunday. Kyle Hendricks (6-7) gave up one run on two hits over six-plus innings and Kenley Jansen pitched the ninth for his 18th save as the Angels earned a split of the four-game series. Cal Raleigh hit his major league-leading 41st home run for the Mariners. Continue reading here Angels box score MLB scores MLB standings From Austin Knoblauch: Rashawn Slater, a former first-round draft pick and one of the veteran leaders on the Chargers' offensive line, is staying in L.A. for the long haul. Slater signed a four-year, $114-million contract extension with the Chargers on Sunday, according to a person with knowledge of the situation not authorized to speak publicly. A two-time Pro Bowl selection and a second-team All-Pro in 2021, Slater will be paid $92 million guaranteed, ESPN and NFL Media reported, the most guaranteed money ever for an NFL offensive lineman. The guaranteed amount surpasses the $88.24 million Tristan Wirfs received from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a five-year, $140.6-million deal he signed last summer. Continue reading here From Kevin Baxter: Frankie Muniz may be the only actor who has been nominated for an Emmy award and driven in a NASCAR event at Daytona. But if Muniz had been old enough to get a driver's license before he moved to Hollywood, there may never have been a 'Malcolm in the Middle.' 'When I'm in that race car and I put my visor down and I drive out of that pit lane, I feel like I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be,' he said. 'That's what I'm supposed to do and that's what I'm doing.' And acting? 'I don't feel like I'm a good actor,' he said. 'I know I can act. But when I look at good acting, I go 'dang, I could never do that'.' That's not true, of course. Muniz, who started acting when he was 12, has been credited in 26 films and 37 TV shows, including the title role in 'Malcolm in the Middle,' which earned him two Golden Globe nominations and one Emmy nod during its seven-year run on Fox. But acting was a profession. Racing is a passion. 'Excitement and all the emotions. That's what I love about racing,' he said. 'The highs are so high and the lows are unbelievably low. It's awesome.' Continue reading here Bubba Wallace makes history with his NASCAR Brickyard 400 win England thrived in the high drama yet again to take down Spain in a penalty shootout and win another Women's European Championship title on Sunday. Chloe Kelly lashed in her spot kick to give defending champion England a 3-1 win in the shootout after a 1-1 draw after extra time. It's the second straight Women's Euros final decided by Kelly scoring. England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton saved spot kicks from Mariona Caldentey and Spain superstar Aitana Bonmati, before substitute Salma Paralluelo dragged her shot wide of the goal. Continue reading here Tadej Pogačar won his fourth Tour de France title by a comfortable margin after Sunday's final stage, which he tried to win even though he did not need to. The 26-year-old Slovenian rider won the Tour last year and in 2020 and 2021. 'Just speechless to win the Tour de France, this one feels especially amazing,' he said. 'Just super proud that I can wear this yellow jersey.' Two-time Tour champion Jonas Vinegaard finished the overall race 4 minutes, 24 seconds behind Pogačar in second place and Florian Lipowitz was 11 minutes adrift in third. Belgian rider Wout van Aert won the 21st and last stage, which broke with tradition and featured three climbs of Montmartre hill. Because of the risk of heavy rain and crashes, organizers had earlier decided to neutralize the times 50 kilometers (31 miles) from the end, effectively giving Pogačar the victory — but providing he crossed the finish line. Continue reading here 1913 — The United States wins its first Davis Cup since 1902 by beating Britain three matches to two. 1928 — The Summer Olympics open in Amsterdam and the Olympic flame is lit for the first time. 1929 — The Chicago Cardinals become the first NFL team to train out of state, holding camp in Michigan. 1972 — The American Basketball Association announces that San Diego will receive a franchise and the NBA's Buffalo Braves relocate to San Diego and are renamed the San Diego Clippers. 1972 — The Dallas Cowboys beat the College All-Stars in Chicago 20-7. 1984 — The Summer Olympics open in Los Angeles with a record 140 nations competing. The Soviet Union and 13 Communist allies, including Cuba and East Germany, boycott the games. 1987 — Laura Davies shoots a 1-under 71 to defeat Ayako Okamoto and JoAnne Carner in an 18-hole playoff to win the U.S. Women's Open. 1987 — Angel Cordero Jr. becomes the fourth U.S. jockey to win 6,000 races when he rides Lost Kitty to victory at Monmouth Park, N.J. 1992 — American Mike Barrowman sets a world record in winning the 200-meter breaststroke, and Russian Evgueni Sadovyi becomes the Summer Olympics' first triple gold medalist, also smashing a world record in the men's 400-meter freestyle. 2000 — Blaine Wilson, America's pre-eminent gymnast, wins his fifth straight championship in St. Louis. He becomes the first gymnast to win five straight national titles since George Wheeler did it from 1937-41. 2009 — Germany's Paul Biedermann hands Michael Phelps his first major individual loss in four years, setting a world record in the 200-meter freestyle at the world championships in Rome. Phelps, a body length behind, loses for the first time in a major international meet since Ian Crocker beat him in the 100 butterfly final at the 2005 worlds. 2011 — Ryan Lochte celebrates the first world record set since high-tech bodysuits were banned 1 1/2 years ago. Lochte edges Michael Phelps in 200-meter individual medley at the world championships at Shanghai. 2013 — Brek Shea scores less than a minute after entering the game as a second-half substitute, giving the United States a 1-0 victory over Panama in the Gold Cup final. It's the fifth Gold Cup title for the Americans but their first since 2007. 2016 — Mirim Lee shoots a 10-under 62 to match the Women's British Open record and take a three-stroke lead in the major championship at tree-lined Woburn (England) Golf Club. 2016 — Stephan Jaeger shoots a 12-under 58 in the Tour's Ellie Mae Classic in Hayward, Calif., for the lowest score in major tour play. The German finishes with a 10-foot birdie putt. 2019 — 22-year-old Egan Bernal becomes the first Colombian and Latin American cyclist to win the Tour de France. 1931 — Bob Fothergill of Chicago hit a home run and a triple in an 11-run eighth inning. The White Sox set an American League record with 12 hits in the inning and beat the New York Yankees 14-12. 1940 — King Kong Keller hit three homers to give the New York Yankees a 10-9 win over Chicago in the first game of a doubleheader split. 1951 — Clyde Vollmer of Boston hit a grand slam in the 16th inning, the latest ever hit in a major league game. The Red Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 8-4. 1971 — Sixteen-time Gold Glove winner Brooks Robinson committed three errors in the sixth inning against the Oakland A's. Frank Robinson's three-run homer in the ninth won the game for the Orioles. 1976 — John Odom (five innings) and Francisco Barrios (four innings) combined on a no-hitter, and the Chicago White Sox defeated Oakland 2-1. 1983 — AL President Lee McPhail ruled that George Brett's 'pine tar' home run against New York on July 24 should count. The umpires had disallowed the homer because the pine tar on Brett's bat exceeded the 18-inch limit. The rest of the game was played Aug. 18 with the Kansas City Royals beating the Yankees, 5-4. 1989 — Atlanta's Dale Murphy tied two major league records by hitting two homers and driving in six runs in the sixth inning in the Braves' 10-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants. Murphy's two home runs equaled the record shared by 13 others and the six runs batted in matched a record shared by nine players. 1990 — Shawon Dunston tied a major league record with three triples and led the Chicago Cubs to a 10-7 win over the Montreal Expos. 1990 — Cal Ripken's errorless streak ends at 95 consecutive games, as Baltimore loses to Kansas City, 10 - 9. The streak is a new major-league record for a shortstop, eclipsing Kevin Elster's 89-game mark. 1991 — Dennis Martinez pitched a perfect game for the Montreal Expos, who topped the Dodgers 2-0 at Dodger Stadium. 1993 — Ken Griffey Jr. tied a major league record by homering in his eighth consecutive game, but it wasn't enough for the Seattle Mariners in a 5-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins. 1994 — On the night the baseball players set an Aug. 12 strike date, Kenny Rogers of the Texas Rangers pitched a perfect game for a 4-0 victory over the Angels. 2004 — Troy Percival recorded his 300th save after John Lackey allowed three hits over 8 1-3 innings to help the Angels beat Texas 2-0. 2006 — Houston rookie Luke Scott hit for the cycle and drove in five runs, but the Astros lost to Arizona 8-7. 2018 — Rookie Francisco Arcia had a homer and six RBIs, giving him a major league-record 10 RBIs in two career games, and the Angels rolled past Seattle 11-5. 2021 — In the first Olympic baseball game in thirteen years, Japan rallies to defeat the Dominican Republic 4-3. Compiled by the Associated Press That concludes today's newsletter. If you have any feedback, ideas for improvement or things you'd like to see, email me at To get this newsletter in your inbox, click here.
7NEWS
2 days ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Steven May's ban upheld after failing to overturn rough conduct suspension at AFL appeals board
Star defender Steven May will still miss Melbourne's next two games after the Demons' bid to overturn his rough conduct suspension was rejected by the AFL appeals board. May was initially handed a three-match ban by the tribunal for rough conduct over the high-speed collision in the Demons' July 19 loss to Carlton that left Blues forward Francis Evans with concussion, a broken nose and a missing tooth. The All Australian defender maintained the ball was always his focus. May, who missed the Demons' demoralising loss to St Kilda on Sunday with his own concussion, will be suspended for games against West Coast and the Western Bulldogs. He was not involved in Monday night's appeal hearing. The Demons appealed on the basis the tribunal made an error of law and that no tribunal acting reasonably could have come to the decision it did. Melbourne's case, which was presented over more than an hour, hinged on the contention that no reasonable tribunal would expect a player to anticipate the trajectory of the ball's bounce. Melbourne noted after a handball went over Evans' head, the ball bounced four times. The first three bounces went away from the Carlton player, before the fourth took the ball into his hands, when May made contact. Jack Rush, acting for the Demons, contended the tribunal had put a 'sense of perfection on the reasonable player' in expecting May to anticipate the ball's trajectory. Melbourne also contended that the tribunal noting Evans had made a movement to avoid contact, while not taking into account May had extended his left leg in an attempt to also slow down, was 'the height of procedural unfairness' and demonstrated 'unreasonableness'. AFL representative Nick Pane quickly contended the tribunal's finding was not unreasonable before the appeals board of Stephen Jurica, Wayne Henwood and chair Will Houghton deliberated for 14 minutes. In rejecting Melbourne's appeal, Houghton said the board was satisfied May understood the case being put forward against him and he had every opportunity to put forward his own case. He concluded there was no lack of procedural fairness and no unreasonableness in the tribunal's decision. Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin had said on Sunday that May was 'devastated and shattered' by the tribunal's decision, having believed he had done the right thing in attacking the ball. Goodwin also predicted the case would shape the way players approach contests in future. He believed players would adapt with the more information they get from the AFL about how they are required to act in certain scenarios. Collingwood forward Brody Mihocek has avoided suspension for pushing Richmond's Nick Vlastuin into two oncoming players. The incident, in the second quarter of Sunday's match at the MCG, was graded low impact, careless conduct and body contact and Mihocek can accept a $1500 fine for rough conduct.
