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NBC Sports
28-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Memorial Tournament 2025: Odds, favorites, predictions for Muirfield Village Golf Club
The 2025 Memorial Tournament opens on Thursday, with Scottie Scheffler defending his championship from a year ago. Golf Channel Staff, Want in on the action? Here are the betting odds and favorites for the weekend, but not before some wager ideas from betting expert Brad Thomas. Top German: Stephan Jaeger (-138) over Matti Schmid There's no denying that Matti Schmid has been playing stellar golf. He was battling with Ben Griffin at the Charles Schwab in hopes of picking up his first PGA Tour win. Unfortunately for him, he came up short. Even in defeat, his numbers were impressive. He gained +3.9 strokes on approach and +8.6 on the putting surface — his solo second marked back-to-back top 10 finishes for Schmid. Had Schmid not played as well last week, this number likely would be closer to -200. It's not a massive buy spot for Jaeger but a great sell high spot for Schmid. That doesn't discount how well Jaeger has played at some big and challenging courses this season. He had a fantastic start at the PGA Championship. He finished T7 at Truist, T36 at Valspar (where he had a share of the lead after the first round) and a top-20 finish at The Players Championship. Viktor Hovland to win This week may be one of the scariest weeks when it comes to fading Scottie Scheffler in the outright market. Muirfield Village sets up perfectly for the World No. 1, but I can't bring myself to bet on him at +300. If the price is right, playing the 'Winner without Scottie Scheffler' market makes sense. Hovland is a golfer I like in that market. I also like Hovland to be able to stand toe-to-toe with Scheffler and take down this event for the second time in three years. Muirfield Village is demanding off the tee. At 7,569 yards and a high missed fairway penalty, long drives that find the fairway are at a premium this week. Hovland is accurate off the tee and hits long enough. Strong approach play with long irons is essential here. Over the last 50 rounds, Hovland is first in the field on approach shots from 175-200 yards. Hovland's lack of short game prowess may be his one weakness here. However, his win in 2023 and a T15 finish here last season prove that he has more than enough to get the job done, even against Scheffler. Memorial Tournament odds (as of Wednesday afternoon, courtesy DraftKings): Scottie Scheffler (+280) Collin Morikawa (+1600) Xander Schauffele (+1600) Justin Thomas (+1800) Patrick Cantlay (+2200) Ludvig Åberg (+2500) Tommy Fleetwood (+2500) Corey Conners (+3000) Viktor Hovland (+3000) Shane Lowry (+3500) Daniel Berger (+3500) Jordan Spieth (+3500) Hideki Matsuyama (+3500) Si Woo Kim (+4000) Sepp Straka (+4000)
NBC Sports
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC Sports
Scott Hanson returning as Gold Zone host for 2026 Winter Olympics
Now that Scott Hanson has been announced as a return Gold Zone host for the 2026 Winter Olympics, relive some of his most fun moments from the 2024 Paris Olympics. Scott Hanson's first foray as host of Gold Zone went so well that he's coming back for more. Hanson, the host of Peacock's Gold Zone whip-around show during the 2024 Paris Olympics, will return to NBC Olympics to host Gold Zone on Peacock for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Gold Zone, which garnered wide acclaim throughout NBCUniversal's coverage of the Summer Games in Paris, guides viewers through the best and most compelling Olympic moments during each competition day. This will be Hanson's second Olympic assignment. 'I'm thrilled to be back hosting Gold Zone on Peacock for the Winter Olympics in February!' said Hanson. ''The Witching Hour' will once again be 'The Golden Hour' as we show you the best moments from every sport as they happen. It's the biggest Winter Olympics ever — nearly 3,000 athletes, 116 events, and one place to see it all: Gold Zone!' During the 2026 Winter Olympics, Gold Zone will stream live on Peacock daily, taking viewers throughout the mountains, slopes, rinks, and podiums to the best live action, medal moments, pageantry, and emotion from Italy. It will be the first time a Winter Games Gold Zone will stream on Peacock. Gold Zone also will be available on and the NBC Sports app via 'TV Everywhere' for customers with pay-TV subscriptions. 'After crushing it in Paris, I can't wait to see Scott bring his trademark enthusiasm and passion to the snow and ice of the Winter Olympics,' said Molly Solomon, Executive Producer and President, NBC Olympics Production. 'Gold Zone was such a success in Paris that we felt compelled to bring it back for Milan Cortina — a Winter Games first for Peacock. And there is no one better equipped to whip viewers from ice hockey to short track to snowboarding and more than the incomparable Scott Hanson.' With up to 40 events happening simultaneously throughout the Paris Olympics last summer, Gold Zone presented viewers with the most comprehensive and all-encompassing live whip-around coverage of any Olympic Games to date. Peacock will be the streaming home of the 2026 Winter Olympics, providing fans with the most comprehensive Winter Olympic destination in U.S. media history. The service once again will stream every sport and event live (including early-morning Alpine skiing) — all 116 medal events — and will feature full-event replays, all linear programming, curated video clips, intuitive product features, and more. In addition to Gold Zone, Peacock's Multiview feature, one of the streaming service's innovative and popular features that enhance the live viewing experience, will return for Milan Cortina. For more on NBCU's coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics, click here. Scott Hanson joins the Dan Patrick Show to discuss Gold Zone on Peacock and share his favorite moments from the Paris Olympics so far.
USA Today
17-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Preakness 2025 live updates: Time, TV, odds, results from Pimlico Race Course
Preakness 2025 live updates: Time, TV, odds, results from Pimlico Race Course The 2025 Preakness Stakes will feature a field of nine horses competing on a dirt track at Pimlico Race Course for a distance of 1 3/16 miles, all vying for the prestigious Middle Jewel title. The field will feature Bob Baffert trained Goal Oriented, that has only two starts in his career but was added to the field after Rodriguez was withdrawn due to a bruised foot that forced him to drop out of the Kentucky Derby and now the Preakness Stakes. The field includes Journalism, who is the runner-up of the Kentucky Derby. Trained by Michael W. McCarthy, Journalism is the favorite heading into the second leg of the Triple Crown. Also in the field are two offspring of Triple Crown winners: American Promise, the son of Justify, and Clever Again, the son of American Pharoah. Don't miss a moment of the thrilling action from Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. Follow our live coverage to stay updated on all the twists and turns of the 2025 Preakness Stakes. More: 2025 Preakness Stakes: Post positions for the nine-horse field What time is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? The 150th running of the Preakness Stakes will be held Saturday, May 17. Post time is 6:50 p.m. ET When is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Saturday, May 17, 2025 Time: 6:50 p.m. ET 6:50 p.m. ET Stream: Peacock | Fubo (free trial) Peacock | Fubo (free trial) Location: Pimlico Race Course (Baltimore) The 150th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course is set for Saturday, May 17, 2025. Fans can watch the race, which will be streamed on Peacock, and the NBC Sports. Watch the 2025 Preakness States on Fubo 2025 Preakness Stakes post positions Here's where each horse landed, and morning-line odds:
USA Today
16-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 Preakness Stakes: Is Sovereignty in the field for middle jewel race?
2025 Preakness Stakes: Is Sovereignty in the field for middle jewel race? Show Caption Hide Caption Sovereignty Captures 2025 Kentucky Derby Sovereignty triumphed in a rain-soaked 2025 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, overcoming tough conditions and a competitive field. The 2025 Preakness Stakes, the second race of the Triple Crown, is set for Saturday, May 17. It is any horse's race after the early favorite, Sovereignty, dropped out of contention ahead of this middle jewel. The Kentucky Derby winner trained by Bill Mott, Sovereignty, will not compete in the Preakness Stakes, disappointing hopes for a Triple Crown winner for the seventh consecutive year. The Triple Crown, consisting of the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes, is one of the most coveted titles in horse racing. Sovereignty's victory over the favorite Journalism at Churchill Downs, with a time of 2:02.31, was a surprise. His withdrawal from the Preakness Stakes was an even bigger shock. Though no reason was given for Sovereignty's withdrawal from the race, Mott has indicated that he plans on having him race in the Belmont Stakes, the last race of the Triple Crown that will take place on June 9 in Saratoga. OPINION: As Sovereignty skips Preakness, time for horse racing to realize Triple Crown must change What time is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? The 150th running of the Preakness Stakes will be held Saturday, May 17. Post time is 6:50 p.m. ET When is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Saturday, May 17, 2025 Time: 6:50 p.m. ET 6:50 p.m. ET Stream: Peacock | Fubo (free trial) Peacock | Fubo (free trial) Location: Pimlico Race Course (Baltimore) The 150th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course is set for Saturday, May 17, 2025. Fans can watch the race, which will be streamed on Peacock, and the NBC Sports. Watch the 2025 Preakness States on Fubo 2025 Preakness Stakes post positions Here's where each horse landed, and current odds:
USA Today
13-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
When is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? Post time, schedule, TV channel, full field
When is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? Post time, schedule, TV channel, full field Show Caption Hide Caption Sovereignty Captures 2025 Kentucky Derby Sovereignty triumphed in a rain-soaked 2025 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, overcoming tough conditions and a competitive field. The 2025 Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore is just a few days away. This event, often referred to as the Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown, holds immense significance in the world of horse racing. Sovereignty, the winner of the Kentucky Derby, will not be participating in the upcoming race. However, this does not dampen the competitive spirit of the event. The competition remains open for any horse to claim victory. This Grade 1 event will cover a distance of 1 3/16 miles on a dirt track and will feature 3-year-old thoroughbreds. Many of the early favorites in this race are horses that competed in the Kentucky Derby, such as Journalism and Sandman. Here is how to watch the Preakness Stakes on Saturday: OPINION: As Sovereignty skips Preakness, time for horse racing to realize Triple Crown must change What time is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? The 150th running of the Preakness Stakes will be held Saturday, May 17. Post time is 6:50 p.m. ET When is the 2025 Preakness Stakes? Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Saturday, May 17, 2025 Time: 6:50 p.m. ET 6:50 p.m. ET Stream: Peacock | Fubo (free trial) Peacock | Fubo (free trial) Location: Pimlico Race Course (Baltimore) The 150th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course is set for Saturday, May 17, 2025. Fans can watch the race, which will be streamed on Peacock, and the NBC Sports. Watch the 2025 Preakness States on Fubo 2025 Preakness Stakes post positions Here's where each horse landed, and current odds:
