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The Citizen
3 hours ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Last chance for golfers to make FedEx playoffs
Van Rooyen just in, Bezuidenhout just out, of top 70 rankings. This week's Wyndham Championship is the final event on the PGA of America's regular tour in 2025 and the last chance for golfers to qualify for the FedEx playoffs – the tour's grand finale. That adds a lot of extra spice and betting interest to the tournament that tees off at Sedgefield Country Club in North Carolina on Thursday. Only 70 players qualify for the first FedEx playoff, the St Jude Classic, the following week – the top performers who've amassed the most points over the whole season. Nicolai Hojgaard is the man currently in 71st position, so he'll be on the charge at the Wyndham. The PGA's official website ranks the Dane at No 1 in its Power Rankings of this week's competitors – following a solid showing at the Open Championship at Royal Portrush earlier this month, when he tied for 14th place. Yet Hojgaard is not favourite to win the Wyndham, languishing at 53.00 in the Betway odds. That is a clear value proposition – as is his 3.50 to make the Top 20, 6.55 for the Top 10 and 13.00 for the Top 5. Topping the boards is England's Matt Fitzpatrick at 19.60, with emerging talent Ben Griffin next at 23.80, Aaron Rai at 25.10 and Keegan Bradley at 25.40. Bradley is the only world top-10 ranker in the 156-strong field as, understandably, most of top players – comfortably FedEx qualified – are taking a tournament break ahead of the playoffs. The only South Africans in the FedEx top 70 are Aldrich Potgieter at a safe 42nd and Erik van Rooyen at a febrile 64th. The latter is playing this week and is priced up at 145.00 the Win. Christiaan Bezuidenhout, in FedEx position 74, will be among those trying to usurp his countryman's slot and the bookmakers give him a 55.00 chance of winning in Greensboro. The PGA's Power Rankings have Bezuidenhout in 13th place, so a tickle at 3.80 for Top 20 appeals.
IOL News
a day ago
- IOL News
Emotional court hearing as State opposes bail for alleged cop killer
Family members of slain officer Van Rooyen and a group of traffic cops gathered outside before court proceedings to oppose bail after the court previously heard that the State wasn't planning to oppose De Lilly's release, despite him facing a Schedule 6 charge. Image: Armand Hough/Independent Newspapers There was drama at the Cape Town Magistrate's Court on Monday as traffic officers and family members packed the court to witness the bail hearing of alleged cop killer Craig 'Krake' de Lilly. The 41-year-old taxi driver stands accused of murdering traffic officer Walton van Rooyen in March 2020, and also faces charges of illegal possession of a 9mm pistol and 14 cartridges. De Lilly, his taxi assistant and two other men were arrested shortly after the shooting in Acre Road, Kensington, but the case was provisionally withdrawn just a month later. On Monday, family members of Van Rooyen and a group of traffic cops gathered outside before court proceedings to oppose bail after the court previously heard that the State wasn't planning to oppose De Lilly's release, despite him facing a Schedule 6 charge. However, things took a turn when the court heard that the State has now changed its tune and will in fact oppose bail, a move that shocked De Lilly's family. His lawyer told the court he has witnesses lined up to testify at the next appearance, and the matter was postponed to August 11. De Lilly's family said they were sad and disappointed by the State's sudden shift, but still had empathy for Van Rooyen's loved ones, however, said De Lilly is innocent. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Craig 'Krake' De Lilly, 36, appeared in Cape Town Magistrates Court. Image: Supplied His aunt told the Cape Argus sister publication, the Daily Voice that when De Lilly was convicted of rape and robbery, he was a minor, and while he got gang tattoos in prison, he was never actually part of a gang. 'He never wanted that life, but he didn't have a choice,' she said. 'If justice is fair we just hope they give him a fair chance to get bail. We feel for [Van Rooyen's] family, but Craig also has a family and he is a different person.' Mayco member for Safety and Security JP Smith said justice has been a long time coming. 'Just over a week ago we were informed that the suspect was re-arrested and many of us felt relieved. It has been a five-year wait for justice,' said Smith. 'I visited Walton's family at the time of his death and I can recall the heartache in the eyes of his relatives and friends. His death had a profound impact on the entire directorate. 'We believe that the State would not have recharged the suspect haphazardly and we have faith that they have applied their minds when assessing the docket. 'At the time of his death Walton was a father for two sons and the sole breadwinner for his elderly mother." Get your news on the go, click here to join the Cape Argus News WhatsApp channel. Cape Argus
The South African
6 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates strongest XI that can potentially WIN the league
Orlando Pirates are yet to win a league title since 2012 despite coming close several times in the past six years. Last season, they pushed champions Mamelodi Sundowns but ultimately fell off in the final few matches of the season. With 11 new signings, many Bucs faithful feel the team is ready to once again take the fight to Masandawana. With the new signings and a new coach, it might take time for some players to get used to the system. So far, the team has looked somewhat flat in the pre-season and will need to improve before their season opener against Polokwane City. Goalkeeper: Sipho Chaine The 28-year-old keeper has looked solid in goals and is no doubt SA's number two behind Ronwen Williams. Right-back: Deano van Rooyen Van Rooyen has impressed since joining the Buccaneers last season. He is good in attack and defence and if he's injury-free, he might play a vital role in helping his team improve from last season. Centre-back: Nkosinathi Sibisi Sibisi had some great games for the Buccaneers last season. The experienced defender will need to be consistent if Orlando Pirates are to win the league. Centre-back: Mbekezile Mbokazi At 19, Mbokazi is rated one of the best PSL defenders. The KZN-born defender only played less than 15 matches for Pirates but already established himself as a key player in the team. Left-Back: Deon Hotto The Namibian versatile attacker can play different positions, and in the past, he has excelled at left-back. If he can operate on the left hand side of defence, then Abdeslam Ouaddou's team will be balanced at the back with three experienced players. Defensive midfielder: Makhehlene Makhaula The 36-year-old has played the destroyer role perfectly in the middle of the park. He will need to once again be on top of his game to ensure that Orlando Pirates chase that elusive league title. A fit Makhaula is bad news for 15 other teams. Central midfielder: Sipho Mbule Mbule is an upgrade from Thalenthe Mbatha. If the ex-Mamelodi Sundowns star can stay focused, he could drive the team, which lacked a consistent central midfielder. Attacking midfielder: Patrick Maswanganyi Tito has been hot and cold last season but maybe Pirates signing Sinoxolo Kwayiba will force him to pull up his socks. Left winger: Relebohile Mofokeng Mofokeng might stay for another season, and if he stays, good news for the Buccaneers. He normally operates on the left but he can be effective if he combines well with Van Rooyen on the right. Right winger: Oswin Appollis Appollis is no doubt the best signing of the season so far. The 23-year-old will add more to the Pirates attack given his experience with the national team. He can combine well with Tito, Mofokeng and Tshegofatso Mabasa. Striker: Tshegofatso Mabasa Mabasa should be preferred ahead of Evidence Makgopa. He has scored 17 goals in the 2023/24 season and perhaps this could be his redemption arc. If Orlando Pirates are to win the league, they need to have a core of their old players at their best. If the Sea Robbers are to stop Downs' dominance, new players have to deliver, whether from the bench or as starters. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Observer
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Gerard holds off Van Rooyen to win Barracuda title
LOS ANGELES, United States: Ryan Gerard held off South African Erik van Rooyen down the back nine on Sunday to win the Barracuda Championship for his first US PGA Tour title. The 25-year-old American, whose best career finish had been a runner-up effort at this year's Texas Open, eagled twice in the final round for the victory. "It's just like a culmination of a lifetime of work," Gerard said. "I can't tell you how many hours I've spent hitting golf balls dreaming of winning on the PGA Tour. It's really special." Gerard edged Van Rooyen 47-44 under the Modified Stableford scoring system to capture the event at Tahoe Mountain Club in Truckee, California. Under the unique scoring format, an albatross is worth eight points, an eagle five and a birdie two. Pars are no points while a bogey is minus-one point and any worse score is minus-three points. The tournament was played opposite the British Open, where top-ranked Scottie Scheffler won his fourth career major title and second major crown of the year. Gerard, who shared the 54-hole lead on 34 points, added 13 points in the last round with two eagles, four birdies and five bogeys. "I've been playing a lot of really good golf," Gerard said. "I've felt like I haven't been getting the scores out of the shots that I've hit and it has been a long time, a long grind. Yeah, it's pretty cool that I end up on top." Van Rooyen, whose first PGA victory was at the 2021 Barracuda, settled for his second runner-up finish of the year after the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in May. Filipino standout Rico Hoey and Gerard shared the 54-hole lead, but Hoey stumbled back with a double bogey-bogey start. Gerard birdied the second hole and eagled the third, and answered bogeys at the fourth and fifth with a birdie at the seventh to stand on 41 with his nearest rival on the course, Van Rooyen, seven adrift. After both birdied the 10th, Van Rooyen chipped in for birdie at 11. Gerard, however, answered at 11 when, after getting relief from a sprinkler head in his stance that let him move his ball to the fringe, he curled in a long eagle putt to reach 48 points, 10 ahead of Van Rooyen. Gerard made bogeys at 12 and 13 but responded with a birdie at 14 while Van Rooyen made bogey at 14 but eagled the par-five 15th to pull within six. When Gerard made a three-putt bogey at the par-three 16th, his lead was down to 47-42. Van Rooyen sank a birdie from the fringe at the 18 to climb within 47-44, but Gerard tapped in at 18 for par and the victory. — AFP
New Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Gerard holds off Van Rooyen to win PGA Barracuda title
LOS ANGELE: Ryan Gerard held off South African Erik van Rooyen down the back nine yesterday to win the Barracuda Championship for his first US PGA Tour title. The 25-year-old American, whose best career finish had been a runner-up effort at this year's Texas Open, eagled twice in the final round for the victory. "It's just like a culmination of a lifetime of work," Gerard said. "I can't tell you how many hours I've spent hitting golf balls dreaming of winning on the PGA Tour. It's really special." Gerard edged Van Rooyen 47-44 under the Modified Stableford scoring system to capture the event at Tahoe Mountain Club in Truckee, California. Under the unique scoring format, an albatross is worth eight points, an eagle five and a birdie two. Pars are no points while a bogey is minus-one point and any worse score is minus-three points. The tournament was played opposite the British Open, where top-ranked Scottie Scheffler won his fourth career major title and second major crown of the year. Gerard, who shared the 54-hole lead on 34 points, added 13 points in the last round with two eagles, four birdies and five bogeys. "I've been playing a lot of really good golf," Gerard said. "I've felt like I haven't been getting the scores out of the shots that I've hit and it has been a long time, a long grind. Yeah, it's pretty cool that I end up on top." Van Rooyen, whose first PGA victory was at the 2021 Barracuda, settled for his second runner-up finish of the year after the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in May. Filipino standout Rico Hoey and Gerard shared the 54-hole lead, but Hoey stumbled back with a double bogey-bogey start. Gerard birdied the second hole and eagled the third, and answered bogeys at the fourth and fifth with a birdie at the seventh to stand on 41 with his nearest rival on the course, Van Rooyen, seven adrift. After both birdied the 10th, Van Rooyen chipped in for birdie at 11. Gerard, however, answered at 11 when, after getting relief from a sprinkler head in his stance that let him move his ball to the fringe, he curled in a long eagle putt to reach 48 points, 10 ahead of Van Rooyen. Gerard made bogeys at 12 and 13 but responded with a birdie at 14 while Van Rooyen made bogey at 14 but eagled the par-five 15th to pull within six. When Gerard made a three-putt bogey at the par-three 16th, his lead was down to 47-42. Van Rooyen sank a birdie from the fringe at the 18 to climb within 47-44, but Gerard tapped in at 18 for par and the victory.
