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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Australia's Davis chases Vegas early as round two opens at PGA
Australia's second-place Cam Davis started in the second group off the first tee in the second round of the PGA Championship, hoping to overtake 18-hole leader Jhonattan Vegas (Kevin C. Cox) Australia's second-place Cam Davis made an early start hoping to erase his two-stroke deficit to leader Jhonattan Vegas as Friday's second round of the PGA Championship began at Quail Hollow. Vegas birdied five of his last six holes to fire a seven-under par 64, his lowest round in a major, and grab the edge over Davis and American Ryan Gerard on 66. Advertisement "I didn't really see that score coming, but I think I got lucky that I was able to tee off very late and the course is drying very quick," Vegas said. "I was able to take advantage a little bit of those conditions, but a solid round from beginning to end. Good way to start." Davis began Friday in the second morning group off the first tee, finding a fairway bunker, but dropped his approach 29 feet from the hole and two-putted for par. "Five-under is a pretty low score in a major actually, so pretty happy with it," Davis said Thursday. "Very happy with my work, but it's still a four-round event." Advertisement Vegas was set for a 9:01 a.m. (1301 GMT) start off the first tee while Gerard awaited an afternoon start in the penultimate group off the 10th tee. A fourth-place pack on 67 included England's Luke Donald and Aaron Rai, New Zealand's Ryan Fox, Germany's Stephan Jaeger and American Alex Smalley, the final alternate who made the field on the eve of play. The feature group of the world's three top-ranked players struggled in round one, with world number one Scottie Scheffler on 69, defending champion and third-ranked Xander Schauffele on 72 and Masters winner Rory McIlroy on 74. All three made double bogeys at the par-four 16th on Thursday, with Schauffele and Scheffler blaming mud on their balls for fairway shots soaring into water, unhappy the PGA of America chose not to allow preferred lies so mud could be cleaned from fairway balls after days of rain. Advertisement "It's frustrating," Scheffler said. "You spend your whole life trying to learn how to control a golf ball, and due to a rules decision all of a sudden you have absolutely no control over where that golf ball goes. But I don't make the rules. I just have to deal with the consequences of those rules." - 'It's kind of stupid' - Schauffele agreed, adding: "It's just unfortunate to be hitting good shots and to pay them off that way. It's kind of stupid. "The mud balls are going to get worse as the plays dries up. They're going to get in that perfect cake zone." Advertisement Not everyone, however, was so critical of the move, typical for a major tournament. "The PGA Tour and PGA of America referees know what they're doing," Rai said. "They know a lot more than us as players. That decision would have been based on the right reasons. "There were a couple of spots that were pretty wet on the fairways, but that's to be expected with just how much rain that we've had. "Without playing preferred lies, it brought in the challenge of the short game a little bit more." New Zealand's Ryan Fox said he never expected anything else from organizers. "I was expecting it not to be," Fox said. "I think probably all of us would have liked it to be, but it is a major championship." js/nf
The Irish Sun
15-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Rory McIlroy slumps with scrappy opening round at 2025 PGA Championship as Ryan Gerard sets early pace at Quail Hollow
RORY McIlroy's bid for a sixth major title and a second leg of the calendar Grand Slam got off to a stuttering start at the US PGA Championship. The Advertisement 2 Rory McIlroy carded a poor opening round at Quail Hollow 2 The Down star carded a three-over-par round at the PGA Championship - and lies well back down the leaderboard The Northern Irishman started on the back-nine and looked composed early, he picked up a birdie on the 10th before making the turn at level par. But it all began to unravel on the front nine as the world number struggled to ignite. He bogeyed the 3rd, 7th, and 9th - the latter two closing holes coming after another birdie on 8. He'll need a sharp bounce-back in Friday's second round to keep his title hopes alive at the venue where he's won four times before on the Advertisement read more on golf He found a small silver lining on the final hole, the 531-yard par-4 9th, where he made a gritty par to limit further damage. Elsewhere They pair are one behiind Seamus Power, who mounted the best score for an Irish golfer on day one of the PGA of America's major. World number one Scottie Scheffler, who was playing alongside the Grand Slam winner, carded a -2 round of 71. Advertisement Most read in Golf Ryan Gerard holds the clubhouse lead at time of publish with the late starters currently on course. The American, who earned a special invite, took full advantage as he posted a five under par round of 68 on a day when many of the big names struggled. Rory McIlroy reacts to Bryson DeChambeau's post-Masters comments ahead of PGA Championship Europe Ryder Cup skipper finished -4 after a round of 69, while his American counterpart Keegan Bradley signed-off for a round of 70 with both firmly in the mix.
The National
14-05-2025
- Sport
- The National
All eyes on Masters champion Rory McIlroy ahead of US PGA
'I'll leave it up to the golf gods to deliver the script,' suggested the famed US broadcaster, Jim Nantz. 'They've been quite prolific so far at their creative writing.' Just like this correspondent's output then? Or maybe not. Rory McIlroy's historic win at Augusta feels like yesterday. It is, in fact, just over 30 days since the Northern Irishman slipped into the green jacket and completed the career grand slam amid an outpouring of tearful emotion that just about caused flash flooding down Magnolia Lane. There's certainly been plenty of flooding in the build up to the second men's major of the season in North Carolina this week. Monday practice was almost a complete washout with no spectators allowed on site at all. Not quite Quail Hollow, more Sleepy Hollow. It's all systems go now, though, even though Mother Nature was still flinging down great basin-loads of water on the eve of the 107th staging of the PGA of America's flagship event. It's 15 years now since McIlroy won the first of his 29 PGA Tour titles at Quail Hollow. This neck of the woods will always hold a special place in his golfing heart. 'Those things stay with you,' he said of a venue where he has won four times in total down the seasons. 'I think part of the reason that I've played so well here since then is that I had that positive momentum and those positive memories. Every time I come here, those good feelings get rekindled.' This week, of course, McIlroy is returning as a golfer unburdened by a major malaise. As well as polishing off that career grand slam, his Masters success also ended an 11-year title drought in the game's marquee events. At last, he is arriving at a major championship free from heaving the kind of overbearing weight that would've buckled the legs of Hercules. If you'd said in the aftermath of his fourth major win at the PGA Championship back in 2014 that he wouldn't win another for over a decade, you probably would've been strapped to a gurney and wheeled into a padded cell. With those shackles off, many eager observers are predicting that McIlroy will now go on to win this, that and the other. The man himself, meanwhile, is not thinking about winning this, that or the other. He just wants to savour the mighty and historic accomplishments of a truly remarkable career. 'I feel like I sort of burdened myself with all the career grand slam stuff, and I want to enjoy this,' said the world No 2, whose haul of five majors is now just two shy of Europe's most prolific major champion, Harry Vardon. 'I want to enjoy what I've achieved, and I want to enjoy the last decade or whatever of my career, and I don't want to burden myself by numbers or statistics. 'I have achieved everything that I wanted. I've done everything I've wanted to do in the game 'I dreamed as a child of becoming the best player in the world and winning all the majors. I've done that. Everything beyond this, for however long I decide to play the game competitively, is a bonus.' Whatever the future holds, that April Sunday at Augusta will be hard to top. 'I'm still going to set myself goals,' he added. 'I'm still going to try to achieve certain things. But I sit here knowing that that very well could be the highlight of my career. 'I want to still create a lot of other highlights, but I'm not sure if any other win will live up to what happened a few weeks ago.' The sight of McIlroy collapsing on the 18th green after his play-off triumph over Justin Rose and sobbing into the turf will be one of golf's enduring images. It's been replayed so many times already across all sorts of platforms, the footage just about needs restored by film conservation experts. McIlroy is not one for pressing play and rewind, mind you. 'I've tried not to watch it a lot because then I just remember the visuals of the TV rather than what I was feeling and what I was seeing through my own eyes,' he said. 'I've never felt a release like that before, and I might never feel a release like that again.' Who knows what those golfing gods have scribbled into the script this week.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BofA to Open 150 Financial Centers by 2027, Investing Over $5 Billion in its Network Since 2016
New flagship financial center at 2 Bryant Park in New York City Continuing its expansion, company to open centers in Boise, Idaho and 60 other markets CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America will open more than 150 new financial centers across 60 markets by the end of 2027, including 40 this year and an additional 70 in 2026. Since 2016, Bank of America has invested over $5 billion in its financial centers network, opening new locations and renovating existing centers. "Our continued investment in our financial center network reflects our commitment to meeting our clients where they are and how they want to bank with us," said Holly O'Neill, President, Consumer, Retail and Preferred at Bank of America. "We are focused on creating spaces where financial specialists can meet with clients and help them achieve their financial goals." New flagship centerBank of America has just opened a new flagship financial center at 2 Bryant Park in New York City. The center is designed for clients to connect with financial specialists, or have informal meetings, capturing the spirit of Bryant Park's famous tables and chairs which have hosted gatherings for New Yorkers and visitors for decades. The center also features a one-of-a-kind art installation by a NY-based artist portraying the perpetual motion of finance and the city, and how the bank helps bring together all its services for clients. Idaho ExpansionBank of America continues to expand into markets where it can extend its reach to clients. The bank currently serves consumer, small business, wealth management and corporate clients throughout Idaho and will soon open four financial centers serving Boise, the first of which will open June 9 in Nampa, Idaho. "Opening centers in Boise is an exciting milestone and reflects our commitment to bringing first-class financial services to more communities," said Will Smayda, Head of Financial Centers for Bank of America. "We're proud to support local economies by creating jobs and fostering long-term relationships with clients and their communities."Más de una década de expansión e inversion More than a decade of expansion and investmentSince 2014, Bank of America has steadily expanded its financial center network, entering into 11 new markets, the most recent being Louisville in 2024. The company has also opened 471 financial centers in existing markets since 2016 reflecting trends in how and where clients choose to engage with the bank. Last year, the bank completed renovations to more than 3,000 centers – with over 500 additional renovations planned over the next two years. Through a partnership with ArtLifting, over 1,600 financial centers now feature artwork by artists living with disabilities or impacted by housing insecurity. New sign language service for clientsEarlier this year, the bank launched a service to provide on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters over video in all financial centers. Clients can connect with an ASL interpreter free of charge by scanning a QR code, allowing them to discuss their financial needs using ASL with a financial specialist. Serving more clients in more placesBank of America currently provides banking access to nearly 250 million people across more than 200 markets, or approximately 82% of the U.S. population. Nearly 30% of the bank's financial centers are in low- and moderate-income communities. With more than 90% of client interactions taking place through the bank's digital channels, the bank's financial centers have adapted to focus on meeting spaces where clients can have in-depth conversations about their finances. In the past year, clients have made approximately 10 million appointments with financial specialists in financial centers. Additional media assets, including b-roll video and images are available. Bank of AmericaBank of America is one of the world's leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 69 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 3,700 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BAC). For more Bank of America news, including dividend announcements and other important information, visit the Bank of America newsroom and register for news email alerts. Reporters May Contact:Andy Aldridge, Bank of AmericaPhone: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Bank of America Corporation Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
02-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Raines Congratulates Four Partners Named to Billboard Magazine's 2025 Top Music Lawyers; Elliot A. Resnik Elevated to Department Co-Chair
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Raines is proud to announce that four of its outstanding entertainment attorneys have been named to Billboard's 2025 Top Music Lawyers list as published in the April 19, 2025 issue. This prestigious recognition is a testament to the exceptional talent, dedication, and industry leadership consistently demonstrated by our legal team. Four Partners from Raines named to Billboard Top Music Lawyers 2025; Elliot A. Resnik, Esq., elevated to Co-Chair, Entertainment Group Recognized this year are: Andrew G. Tavel (Co-Chair) – An ardent legal advocate for creators of intellectual property and entertainment entrepreneurs for 40 years, his client base spans the spectrum from emerging talent to iconic music superstars and from established companies to start-ups. Tavel has spoken at numerous educational events, been featured in books, quoted in Billboard and the Wall Street Journal, and interviewed on NPR. He has been included on the National Law Journal 's list of Sports & Entertainment Trailblazers, New York Metro Super Lawyers, Chambers & Partners USA Guide, The Best Lawyers of America ©, Entertainment Law – Music, named 'Lawyer of the Year' for Entertainment Law – Music by The Best Lawyers in America©, 2022 and is AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Elliot A. Resnik (Co-Chair) – Recognized by Billboard for five consecutive years, Resnik focuses on entertainment, content, and experiential transactions. His diverse client base includes Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, Grammy-winning and platinum-selling artists, producers, record labels, publishers, festivals, venues, talent agencies, and major brands in entertainment, hospitality and beverage industries. A sought-after speaker, Resnik has spoken at major industry events like SXSW, Indie Music Week, CMJ, and the Winter Music Conference, and has guest lectured at NYU, Syracuse, Fordham, Cardozo, Hofstra, NYLS, Brooklyn Law School and others. Rami S. Yanni – Yanni has more than 30 years of experience advising multinational companies, emerging growth companies and individuals in connection with intellectual property transactions, licensing, portfolio strategy and management, enforcement and anti-piracy matters. He has negotiated hundreds of agreements for clients from a wide range of industries, including motion pictures, television, music, e-commerce and apparel and has represented major motion picture studios and television networks in copyright and trademark matters. He is an Adjunct Professor of Law at USC Gould School of Law and is often tapped to speak on intellectual property issues to various universities and professional organizations. Bill Hochberg – Hochberg is a recognized specialist in music and media law. As a thought leader, he writes regularly in Forbes and has contributed to other pre-eminent publications including The Atlantic and Wired. Bill hosts the Music Law Beat podcast, where he dives deep with guest A-list attorneys and others on industry-changing issues. He also speaks at key forums such as South-by-Southwest. He is rated as a Super Lawyer and sits on the boards of the New England Conservatory and New Music USA, helping talented musicians advance their careers. Additionally, Raines is pleased to announce the elevation of Resnik to co-chair of the Entertainment Department. Said Resnik: 'I'm thrilled to join Andy as department co-chair and work alongside our partners to grow our team and continue working with the incredible talent pool we have at Raines to achieve great results for our clients.' This recognition by Billboard not only celebrates individual excellence but also reflects the strength of the entire Raines Entertainment practice. With nearly a century of combined entertainment law experience, our attorneys are also at the forefront of today's music business—navigating change, protecting artistry, and shaping the future of entertainment law. We congratulate our honorees and look forward to their continued contributions to the industry.
