Spieth risks top-50 hurry at John Deere Classic
Spieth returns to the John Deere Classic chasing FedEx Cup points to secure a top-50 finish and entry to signature events with $20 million purses. The field includes Rory Tyrrell Hatton and Rickie Fowler as they navigate a changing PGA Tour landscape with winners outside the top 50 still seeking playoff spots and exemptions.
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Signature events shape and access in PGA Tour season
The piece analyzes how players outside wins reach top ranks via signature events and exemptions. It highlights Billy Horschel and Sungjae Im as examples, notes issues with access for Korn Ferry Tour graduates, and discusses potential tweaks to balance opportunities and strong fields as the season tightens.
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Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell signs extension to stay with Cavs
Cavs star Donovan Mitchell locked in long term with Cleveland after contract talks. He posted on X denying rumors of a departure, citing commitment to the team. GM Altman may pursue extensions for Evan Mobley and re-sign Okoro and Bates.
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U S faces uncertain future after Copa America exit
U S men fail to advance from Group C in Copa America after a 1-0 loss to Uruguay at Arrowhead Stadium. Gregg Berhalter, asked if he is the right coach for 2026, replies yes. Deliberations will focus on defense, lineup, and improving the talent with European-based players.
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Defending Wimbledon champ Vondrousova loses in first round
Marketa Vondrousova, the 2023 champion, falls 6-4 6-2 to Jessica Bouzas Maneiro on Centre Court. The upset marks the first defending women's Wimbledon exit in the Open era since 1994, with Vondrousova citing a slow, wary game and a hip issue from prior grass-court work. Bouzas Maneiro, ranked 83rd, secures a historic win in her early Grand Slam career. Also notes Andy Murray withdraws from singles after spine cyst surgery. will play doubles with Jamie Murray.
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Wetterich Leads Ohio Open With 9 Under At North Course
Cincinnati's Daniel Wetterich shot 7 under 63 on the North Course to lead at 9 under 131 as 11 players sit within three of the pace. Ohio Open record-tying 8 under 62 by Andrew Bailey from Shaker Heights sits at 7 under 133, tying Jake McBride's North Course record. Dan Terry of Wadsworth at 2 under 68 finished 3 over. Ben Smith of Westfield Center 2 over 72 for 4 over 144, missing the cut. Dress and Puch shown improving play ahead of the next rounds amid driver work and putter confidence.
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Ohio Open at par seventy Westfield Country Club
Daniel Wetterich leads with 63 131 and a steady lineup of Ohio Open participants from Medina County, including Joe Puch Ray Dress Dan Terry Ben Smith Josh Wright Mike King Andrew Weyand Jared Toom Brian Myers Mark Scott Jr Garrison Flora Evar Gray Scott Siler Ryar Cook David Reiter Isabella Goyette Brian Vincelette Carter Hahn Zach Butcher Zach Parker Jason Martin Kyle Salamon Luke Schreck across a tight scoring field at Westfield.
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