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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Terrifying moment golf star Jordan Spieth nearly strikes a fan at close range after huge blunder
Jordan Spieth came within inches of catastrophe on Sunday after nearly striking fans with a shot during the final round of the Memorial Tournament. On the first hole of the final day, the American hit his approach to the green from the rough to right of the fairway. But Spieth's shot barely made it off the ground. Instead the ball flew low - and right - towards the hundreds of fans gathered between him and the hole. Remarkable footage showed his ball soaring just inches over the head of supporters, who ducked and fell to the floor in panic. The three-time major winner has built a reputation for putting supporters through the ringer with rollercoaster rounds over recent years. And remarkably, despite the scary scenes, Spieth recovered to make a remarkable par at Muirfield Village in Dublin, Ohio. Jordan Spieth almost just killed some of his fans. Holy moly. — Andy Nesbitt (@anezbitt) June 1, 2025 He had begun his round with a wayward tee shot that flew well right - towards the rough and the same group of spectators. Spieth reacted by letting go of his driver and signaling for the spectators to watch out. Then, after narrowly avoiding the fans once more, Spieth hit his third shot safely on the green and the world No 51 then rolled in a long par putt to escape with a four. It's not the first time that spectators have found themselves in the line of fire at major events in recent weeks. At last month's PGA Championship, a fan was struck on the head by a shot from LIV Golf star Jon Rahm. Thankfully, he avoided serious injury and Rahm apologized by giving the fan a signed glove. They then shared a handshake and a hug. Only a day earlier, Englishman Aaron Rai came within inches of hitting a fan in another terrifying incident at the PGA Championship. The world No 29 was taking a shot from the rough during his second round, with a bunch of spectators gathered to his right. A giant tree stood between Rai and his target and the Englishman attempted to keep the ball low to avoid the overhanging branches. Unfortunately, he miscued his shot, which flew perilously close to one fan before cannoning into the tree trunk and rebounding in the opposite direction.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jett vs. Tomac is a 'gift we don't get often'
The art of chasing a block of cheese down a steep hill One of the most unique traditions in sport, the annual Cooper's Hill Cheese Rolling competition in western England will be held this Monday. Thousands of spectators and brave competitors from all over the world will head to the iconic 200-yard hill so steep that very few participants manage to stay on their feet. World Sport's Don Riddell recently caught up with 23-time winner Chris Anderson who shared some insight on not only how to win, but also how to just make it down in one piece! 2:44 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
CBS News
7 days ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Manhattanhenge 2025 will be visible tonight in NYC. Here's where to watch for the best view.
Manhattanhenge starts Wednesday. Here's the best time to see it. Manhattanhenge starts Wednesday. Here's the best time to see it. Manhattanhenge starts Wednesday. Here's the best time to see it. Manhattanhenge 2025 starts tonight in New York City, followed by a second chance to see it on Thursday. Here's everything to know for the best view. What is Manhattanhenge? Manhattanhenge happens when the sunset aligns with the city's street grid. The sun appears to set perfectly between the skyline. The phenomenon takes place on four days a year -- two in the spring, and two in the summer. This year, those dates are May 28 and 29, then July 11 and 12. The scene typically draws a large crowd of photographers and spectators hoping to snap the perfect shot. "Reverse Manhattanhenge" happens in the winter months when the sunrise lines up with the grid. Best places to see Manhattanhenge The following Manhattan streets are said to have the best view: 14th Street 23rd Street 34th Street 42nd Street 57th Street It's also possible to see Manhattanhenge across the East River in Long Island City, Queens. Wednesday's best time to watch will be at 8:13 p.m. Thursday will be slightly earlier at 8:12 p.m. Manhattanhenge weather tonight CBS News New York Viewing conditions will be far from ideal Wednesday evening. Not only will it be cloudy, but it's likely we'll have showers in the vicinity. Thursday offers a little bit of hope, with partial clearing on the back edge of a departing system. Unfortunately, we'll have a low-end chance of showers in the forecast, as well. Temperature-wise, expect the upper 50s on Wednesday and upper 60s on Thursday. Photos of Manhattanhenge Check out these photos from the past few years, and share yours with CBS New York using this link here. A view of the sunset from 42nd street during the 'Manhattanhenge' on May 29, 2023 in New York, United States. Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Two birds fly through the middle of the street as people gather around to watch the sun set during Manhattanhenge in Times Square on July 11, 2022 in New York City. Alexi Rosenfeld / Getty Images Pedestrians cross a street during a Manhattanhenge on June 4, 2021 in New York City. Liao Pan/China News Service via Getty Images The sun sets along 42nd Street on July 9, 2020 in New York City. Gary Hershorn / Getty Images A view of the sunset from 42nd street is seen during the 'Manhattanhenge' on July 12, 2019 in New York, United States. Atilgan Ozdil/A partially cloud obscured Manhattanhenge sun set. Manhattanhenge is where the rising or setting sun aligns with the street grid in Manhattan, New York City. Michael Brochstein/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images
South Wales Argus
27-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Cilic and Budkov Kjaer to compete at Nottingham Open
2014 US Open champion Marin Cilic, who reached a career-high of number three in the world in 2018, has a history on British grass, claiming the title in 2018 at the Queen's Club in London and reaching the 2017 men's singles final at The Championships, Wimbledon. Norway's Budkov Kjaer, 18, has already shown an aptitude for grass, having claimed the junior boys' singles title at Wimbledon in 2024, and has made a good start to his professional career in 2025, claiming his first Challenger title at the Lexus British Pro Series in Glasgow in February. He is joined by Spain's Martin Landaluce, who last year became the youngest Spaniard to win an ATP Challenger title since a certain Rafael Nadal. Amy Hitchinson, Tournament Director of the Lexus Nottingham Open, said, 'Two former junior world number ones and a grand slam champion in an already packed men's lineup guarantees spectators will be treated to some really exciting tennis over the course of the week. 'Whether it's their first year on the tour or their 20th, every player in the field is a fierce competitor, and they will give it their all to get their hands on the trophy.' Budkov Kjaier and Landaluce are not the only young guns looking for their maiden grass-court title in Nottingham. 21-year-old Italian Luca Nardi, the highest-ranked player in the field, goes for his eighth Challenger title in total, whilst Frenchman Arthur Cazaux, who lost out to Andy Murray in the final in Nottingham in 2023, returns to the East Midlands to try and go one step further. American Chris Eubanks, a former world number 29 and Wimbledon quarter finalist in 2023, will also feature at the Lexus Nottingham Tennis Centre, whilst Britain's Jay Clarke, who recently claimed his first ATP Challenger title since 2022 in North Macedonia, has also committed to the event. The full entry list can be found on the LTA website. The entry list for the women's event was released earlier in May, confirming 2022 champion and former top ten player Beatriz Haddad Maia will feature alongside Britain's Katie Boulter, who returns seeking a third consecutive title at her home event. Tickets are still available for this year's Lexus Nottingham Open, with Centre Court tickets starting from just £13, grounds admission tickets starting from £12 for adults and kids go free, available to purchase on the LTA website.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Marin Cilic and Nicolai Budkov Kjaer to compete at Nottingham Open
Former US Open champion Marin Cilic and former junior world number ones Nicolai Budkov Kjaer and Martin Landaluce will be among those competing for the Lexus Nottingham Open title, with the men's entry list confirmed today by the LTA. 2014 US Open champion Marin Cilic, who reached a career-high of number three in the world in 2018, has a history on British grass, claiming the title in 2018 at the Queen's Club in London and reaching the 2017 men's singles final at The Championships, Wimbledon. Norway's Budkov Kjaer, 18, has already shown an aptitude for grass, having claimed the junior boys' singles title at Wimbledon in 2024, and has made a good start to his professional career in 2025, claiming his first Challenger title at the Lexus British Pro Series in Glasgow in February. He is joined by Spain's Martin Landaluce, who last year became the youngest Spaniard to win an ATP Challenger title since a certain Rafael Nadal. Amy Hitchinson, Tournament Director of the Lexus Nottingham Open, said, 'Two former junior world number ones and a grand slam champion in an already packed men's lineup guarantees spectators will be treated to some really exciting tennis over the course of the week. 'Whether it's their first year on the tour or their 20th, every player in the field is a fierce competitor, and they will give it their all to get their hands on the trophy.' Budkov Kjaier and Landaluce are not the only young guns looking for their maiden grass-court title in Nottingham. 21-year-old Italian Luca Nardi, the highest-ranked player in the field, goes for his eighth Challenger title in total, whilst Frenchman Arthur Cazaux, who lost out to Andy Murray in the final in Nottingham in 2023, returns to the East Midlands to try and go one step further. American Chris Eubanks, a former world number 29 and Wimbledon quarter finalist in 2023, will also feature at the Lexus Nottingham Tennis Centre, whilst Britain's Jay Clarke, who recently claimed his first ATP Challenger title since 2022 in North Macedonia, has also committed to the event. The full entry list can be found on the LTA website. The entry list for the women's event was released earlier in May, confirming 2022 champion and former top ten player Beatriz Haddad Maia will feature alongside Britain's Katie Boulter, who returns seeking a third consecutive title at her home event. Tickets are still available for this year's Lexus Nottingham Open, with Centre Court tickets starting from just £13, grounds admission tickets starting from £12 for adults and kids go free, available to purchase on the LTA website.
