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Japan Forward
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Japan Forward
Ryo Hisatsune Making His Mark on the PGA Tour
Ryo Hisatsune is vying for his sixth top-25 finish of 2025, and compatriot Hideki Matsuyama missed the PGA Championship cut for the first time in his career. Ryo Hisatsune hits a bunker shot in the first round of the 2025 PGA Championship on May 15, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. (©KYODO) Ryo Hisatsune has had a steady start to the 2025 PGA Tour season. Before swinging his golf clubs at the PGA Championship (May 15-18) in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hisatsune had participated in 14 tournaments, finishing in the top 25 on five occasions. This included three top-10 finishes ― tied for fourth at March's Valspar Championship, tied for fifth at April's Valero Texas Open, and a share of 10th place in the Mexico Open in February. He's also missed the cut five times, but only once in the past seven tournaments. Now he's aiming to climb into the top 25 or the top 10 once again. After the third round, in which he shot a 1-over 72, on Saturday, May 17, Hisatsune was nine strokes off the pace at 2-under 211. That put Hisatsune in a tie for 23rd place. World number one Scottie Scheffler leads the field at 11-under 202 (69-68-65). The 22-year-old Hisatsune began his second appearance in the PGA Championship on Thursday at Quail Hollow Club with a 3-under 68 in the opening round. He had four birdies and a bogey ― all on the back nine. After the opening round, Hisatsune assessed his performance, describing it as a pleasant surprise. "My round went better than I expected," Hisatsune said, according to Kyodo News. "It's big that I was able to get birdies when I went aggressive." In Friday's second round, Hisatsune recorded a trio of birdies and a bogey on the front nine. Then he made par on seven holes and bogeyed the other two. That gave him an even-par 71 for the round. Hideki Matsuyama hits a tee shot in the second round of the PGA Championship. (KYODO) Meanwhile, Hideki Matsuyama, who shot a 1-over 72 in the first round, struggled on Friday and missed the cut for the first time at the PGA Championship. It was Matsuyama's 13th appearance in the golf major. Matsuyama had a 2-over 73 in round two. That put him at 3-over 145, two strokes more than the cutoff point. "Everything was bad," Matsuyama told reporters. As a result, his streak of making the cut at majors ended at 19, which had been the longest active streak on the PGA Tour. The 2021 Masters champion said he'll shift his focus to getting ready for the US Open, which will be held June 12-15 in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. "There was this mood of nothing going well, whatever I tried," said Matsuyama, who had three bogeys, including the par-4 18th, on Friday, according to Kyodo News. "I'll prepare well for the next major." Ryo Hisatsune putts during the second round of the PGA Championship. (KYODO) In 2024, Hisatsune competed in the Masters, the PGA Championship and the British Open, only making the cut in the PGA Championship (he tied for 18th). He debuted in all three events last year. Now, Hisatsune finds himself in a unique position in Charlotte: the lone remaining Japanese golfer in the year's second major. The Okayama Prefecture native said he's comfortable with the course. "I think the setting is good for me," he was quoted as saying by Kyodo News before adding, "I can still hit the rough and there are several factors that make it easy to play." Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza jubilate after winning the 2024-25 WE League title on May 17 in Tokyo. (KYODO) Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza captured the 2024-25 WE League title on Saturday, May 17. Beleza completed the season with 16 wins, three defeats and three draws (51 points). And they earned a 3-0 triumph over JEF United Chiba on the season's final day at Ajinomoto Stadium Nishigaoka. Yuzuki Yamamoto led Beleza with two goals in the title-clinching win. Teammate Shino Matsuda also scored. INAC Kobe Leonesa also had a 16-3-3 record and the same total of points. But Beleza secured the title with a better goal difference (plus 34 ― 50 goals scored, 16 allowed). INAC finished with 43 goals and surrendered 14 (plus-29 goal difference). Beleza manager Takeo Matsuda described the team's title quest in the euphoria that followed the match. "I am relieved that we were able to carry the match to the end as I had envisioned," Matsuda was quoted as saying by NHK. "We have been playing the last few matches as if they were finals, and the players showed their strength in today's match as well." Beleza captain Tomoko Muramatsu, a defender, was thrilled with the outcome. "Winning the league championship has always been my goal," Muramatsu said, according to NHK. "Finally, we were able to win this title. I am so happy. This is an unforgettable day in my soccer career." In the 2023-24 season, Beleza finished third out of 12 teams. The Urawa Reds Ladies, who entered the 2024-25 campaign as two-time defending champions, placed third overall this season. Leonesa standout Carlota Suarez scored a league-best 13 goals, followed by Miyu Yakata of Cerezo Osaka Yanmar Ladies with 11. Kashima Antlers' Yuma Suzuki (left) competes against Shimizu S-Pulse's Sen Takagi in the first half on May 17 in Kashima, Ibaraki Prefecture. (KYODO) The Kashima Antlers defeated visiting Shimizu S-Pulse 1-0 on Saturday, May 17. Yuma Suzuki scored the lone goal in the seventh minute. At Ibaraki Prefecture's Kashima Soccer Stadium, the Antlers collected their seventh straight victory. In five of those matches, the opponent was held scoreless. Kashima improved to 12-1-4 (37 points) under first-year manager Toru Oniki, the celebrated former Kawasaki Frontale boss. After the match, Suzuki spoke about the victory-deciding play. "A good ball came from Chucky (Serbian forward Aleksandar Cavric), and I was able to score it by just making sure to meet the ball," Suzuki said, according to "I hadn't been able to score like that since last year, but I had a good feeling from yesterday, so I'm glad I was able to score." Whenever they step onto the pitch, the Antlers are focused on winning, according to Suzuki. "Whether it's seven, eight, or nine consecutive wins, we won't be satisfied until we win the championship," Suzuki told reporters after the match. Also Saturday, FC Machida Zelvia beat second-place Kashiwa Reysol 3-0. Reysol have 33 points and a 9-6-2 record. ODDS and EVENS | Season is Providing Compelling Competition Ozeki Onosato defeats fourth-ranked maegashira Takerufuji on Day 7 of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on May 17. (©SANKEI) At the end of the first week of the 15-day Summer Grand Sumo Tournament, only two makuuchi division wrestlers remained unbeaten. Ozeki Onosato and seventh-ranked maegashira Hakuoho owned identical 7-0 records through the end of competition on Saturday, May 17. The second week of the Summer Basho starts on Sunday, May 18 at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan. Heading into Day 8 of the tourney, lone yokozuna Hoshoryu (5-2) was two wins off the pace. Title contenders also include ninth-ranked maegashira Aonishiki (6-1) and komusubi Wakatakakage (6-1). Onosato, who has won three Emperor's Cups, including in a playoff at March's Spring Basho, is seeking promotion to yokozuna. And a title in this tournament would secure it ― and be the ideal early birthday present (Onosato turns 25 on June 7). Teaming up with Emmy-award-winning founders of StudioNaginami, WorldWide Sumo will stage a series of upcoming events called "Super Power Show!" in the United States in the summer of 2025. WorldWide Sumo made the announcement on Thursday, May 15. According to a press release, the tour will kick off at Petco Park's Gallagher Square (July 25-26) in San Diego. After that, the sports, entertainment and cultural spectacle has a total of five scheduled performances from August 1-3 at the American Dream mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey. "This isn't just a sporting event," said Todd Yasui, co-founder of WorldWide Sumo. "It's a dynamic celebration of Japanese heritage, artistry, and athleticism — and an invitation to a new generation of fans." Retired pro wrestlers from Japan, Mongolia and Brazil will participate in sumo exhibition matches. For more information, check out Tickets are now available for purchase on the website. Shoki Murakami (©SANKEI) Hiromi Itoh (KYODO) Shoki Murakami of the Hanshin Tigers is No 1 in strikeouts (43) among Central League pitchers through May 16. And Hokkaido Nipponham Fighters starter Hiromi Itoh leads the Pacific League with 56 Ks. Murakami is 6-1 with a 1.87 ERA in 57⅔ innings. Itoh is 5-1 with a 2.08 ERA in 52 frames. He is one of three PL pitchers with 50 or more strikeouts. In other baseball news, former NPB and MLB pitcher Kenta Maeda has signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs, it was announced on Friday. The Detroit Tigers released the 37-year-old in early May. Maeda was not effective in seven relief appearances this season, posting a 7.88 ERA for Detroit. Cubs manager Craig Counsell hopes the team can help Maeda revive his career. "He has had success, he's struggled," Counsell said. "[And] he's on a minor league contract. I think it's a player that we've got to have constant conversations with and see where we can maybe make some adjustments and see where he's at." Shohei Ohtani Hammers 2 Homers in Dodgers' 19-2 Rout of A's Author: Ed Odeven Find Ed on JAPAN Forward' s dedicated website, SportsLook . Follow his [Japan Sports Notebook] on Sundays, [Odds and Evens] during the week, and X (formerly Twitter) ＠ed_odeven .
Reuters
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Patton Kizzire pulls out of PGA Championship with injury
May 16 - Patton Kizzire withdrew during Friday's second round of the PGA Championship due to an injury. The tour did not disclose the nature of the injury for Kizzire, 39, who was 6-over through 10 holes in Friday's round at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C. Kizzire had a roller-coaster opening round of 3-over 74 on Thursday, mixing four birdies and seven bogeys. With the projected cut as of midday Friday at 1 over, Kizzire (9 over) was a serious long shot to continue into the weekend before pulling out. A three-time winner on the PGA Tour, Kizzire entered the season's second major with eight missed cuts in 2025. He also withdrew after eight holes at the Valspar Championship in March with a back injury. Before his day ended, he punted his putter across the green after missing a putt. Kizzire picked up his third win in September 2024 at the Procore Championship in Napa, Calif. His best finish so far this season is a T20 last week in Myrtle Beach, S.C. --Field Level Media
NBC Sports
14-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Still not pleased with his game, Viktor Hovland puts positive spin on his PGA chances
CHARLOTTE – Mired in what passes for a slump for the seven-time PGA Tour winner, Viktor Hovland contemplated not playing last year's PGA Championship at Valhalla. Instead, he reunited with swing coach Joe Mayo and spent the days leading up to the '24 tournament grinding away on the range before posting his first top-10 finish of the season (third place), just three shots behind winner Xander Schauffele. 'I almost didn't play last year, and I almost won the tournament. So it's like I look at that as a huge win. I almost won a major championship without feeling good about my game at all,' Hovland said Wednesday at Quail Hollow. It was a timely reminder given that Hovland is again at odds with his game despite his victory at last month's Valspar Championship. 'I'm still not entirely happy with where I'm at,' he admitted. 'What I'm happy about is the progress that I've made since right before the Valspar, and even since the Valspar. I think I'm definitely trending in the right direction. But there's still just some stuff left in there that just doesn't allow me to play to the level that I want to play.' Last year's turnaround at Valhalla as well as his victory last month in Florida should be ready reminders for the mercurial Norwegian, but even his preparation for this week's PGA Championship was unique. 'I still haven't registered [for the tournament]. I'm about to do that after this press conference. I've just been practicing,' admitted Hovland, who didn't arrive at Quail Hollow until Wednesday.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Justin Thomas Behavior Towards Fan Catches Attention Before PGA Championship
Justin Thomas is still just 32 years old, but the former University of Alabama golfer has been in the spotlight for years. He rose to the top of the golf world in 2018 when he became the No. 1 player. Despite some recent ups and downs, Thomas remains one of the most recognizable names in the sport. This week, he returns to an event where he's seen success before, having won it twice — most recently in 2022. Advertisement While prepping for the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, Thomas took a moment to connect with young fans. He signed autographs for a pair of kids on the course, and the moment quickly caught fire on social media. The response online was overwhelmingly positive. Fans were quick to applaud Thomas for his genuine gesture: NBCSports, Instagram NBCSports, Instagram "I like how JT made sure the kid received it from him instead of passing it to the dad, little things but impactful." "Love to see that. Justin is a man of the fans." "@justinthomas34 just seems like a solid dude. Like down for a beer and some laughs but trustworthy to comfortably be around your family. 🔥" Advertisement "awesome 🙌." "What a guy." "Elite dude." Justin Thomas during the final round of the RBC Heritage tournament. Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Thomas is coming into the tournament playing some of his best golf of the year. He won the RBC Heritage in April and finished runner-up at the Truist Championship last weekend. Earlier in the season, he also secured a second-place finish at the Valspar Championship. At the season's only major so far, Thomas placed 36th, closing with a final round 70—his best score of the weekend. This year's PGA Championship will be held at Quail Hollow, a par-71 course that stretches over 7,600 yards. The course has a rich history dating back to 1916. Xander Schauffele is the defending champion, having shot 21 last year to secure the title. Advertisement The first group tees off Thursday at 7:00 a.m. EST. Thomas, paired with Dustin Johnson and Collin Morikawa, will tee off at 1:14 p.m. EST. One of the featured groups — Rory McIlroy, Schauffele and Scottie Scheffler — will start earlier, with an 8:22 a.m. local tee time. Related: Fans in Disbelief Over Big Rory McIlroy Announcement Before PGA Championship Related: Scottie Scheffler Shares Major Personal Update Before PGA Championship
USA Today
13-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Greg Koch: PGA Championship betting odds and preview
Greg Koch: PGA Championship betting odds and preview Greg Koch has +300000 odds to win the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club. He missed the cut in his last tournament, the Valspar Championship. In his two tournaments during the past year, Koch has a best finish of and an average finish of , with no top fives. The 7,626-yard course in Charlotte, NC, playing as a par 71 for this event, will host the competitors for this tournament. Xander Schauffele won the event the last time it was held. Greg Koch odds to win the PGA Championship PGA odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 4:24 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Odds to win: +300000, bet $100 to win $300000 Koch's stats and trends Koch has not posted a score better than the tournament average or finished within five shots of the leader in any of his last five events. In his last five events, he finished -8 relative to par in his only made cut. In his last five tournaments, Koch has not finished in the top 20. Out of the last five tournaments he's entered, he made the cut once. Koch did not post a high enough score to make the cut in either of his two most recent trips to this event. Koch's recent results Valspar Championship: 71-75 (+4) - Missed cut 71-75 (+4) - Missed cut Butterfield Bermuda Championship: 72-80 (+10) - Missed cut How to watch the PGA Championship Date: May 15-18, 2025 May 15-18, 2025 Location: Charlotte, NC Charlotte, NC TV Channel: ESPN ESPN Live stream: Watch LIVE with Fubo! ESPN+ is the new home of PGA TOUR LIVE. Sign up now to access 4,300+ hours of live coverage from 35 PGA TOUR tournaments this year.
