Scottie Scheffler missed the cut at the Scottish Open, meaning he did not qualify to play on the weekend. He will now arrive early at the Open Championship at Royale Birkdale to practice on the new course.
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Scheffler missed the cut at the Scottish Open, his first missed cut since August 2022.
He rarely finishes outside the top 25 in tournaments.
Scheffler won the 2025 Open Championship by four shots.
He is trying to become the first player to win back-to-back Open Championships since 2009.
Scheffler has never played at the Royale Birkdale course before.
The Open Championship will start on Thursday at Royale Birkdale Golf Club in England.
Scheffler plans to use the extra time to get familiar with the new course.
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Scottie Scheffler, the top-ranked golfer in the world, missed the cut at the Scottish Open for the first time in four years after scoring a 72 in the second round. He struggled with his performance, especially in hitting the ball close enough to the holes, and will now focus on defending his title at the upcoming Open Championship.
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Scheffler is currently the world No. 1 golfer.
He missed the cut at the Scottish Open after shooting two over par (72) in the second round.
This is his first missed cut in four years.
He started the tournament with a two-under par 68.
Scheffler struggled on the back nine holes of the second round.
He hit only 11 of 26 fairways and 23 of 36 greens in two rounds.
This is his worst performance since August 2022.
He will next compete in the Open Championship, where he is the defending champion.
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South African soccer player Jayden Adams died at the age of 25, just weeks after competing in the FIFA World Cup. Authorities are investigating his death, but the cause has not been confirmed.
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Jayden Adams was a South African soccer player who recently played in the World Cup.
He participated in all three of South Africa's group games and reached the knockout stage.
South Africa lost to Canada in the round of 32 in the tournament.
Adams was 25 years old at the time of his death.
His body was found at a house in Schotschekloof, a suburb of Cape Town.
Police have opened an investigation into his death.
The cause of death has not been confirmed.
South Africa’s minister of sport, Gayton McKenzie, asked the public and media to avoid speculation and respect the family’s privacy.
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Haeran Ryu scored a record-breaking 11-under 60 in the third round of the Evian Championship, setting a new LPGA major scoring record and taking a three-shot lead. She is aiming to win her second major in a row after recently winning the Women’s PGA Championship.
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Haeran Ryu shot 60, breaking the LPGA major record by one stroke.
Her score included nine birdies and one eagle on a par-71 course.
She now leads the Evian Championship at 18-under 194, another LPGA major record.
Ryu won her first major two weeks earlier at the Women’s PGA Championship.
Aki Iwai from Japan is three shots behind Ryu after shooting 65.
The previous LPGA major low score was 61, made by three players at the Evian Championship.
Ryu had back surgery recently but has quickly recovered to win and compete at a high level.
She is trying to become a double major winner this year, a rare achievement.
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Caleb Wilson, the Chicago Bulls’ No. 4 draft pick, scored 35 points in his first NBA Summer League game, setting a record for a debut in Las Vegas. Despite the Bulls losing 97-96 to the Memphis Grizzlies, Wilson showed strong skills with seven three-pointers, rebounds, blocks, and steals.
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Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his first NBA Summer League game.
His 35 points set a record for a debut in the Las Vegas Summer League.
Wilson made seven three-point shots during the game.
He also had six rebounds, three blocks, and two steals.
The Bulls lost the game 97-96 to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Memphis featured the No. 3 draft pick, Cam Boozer.
Wilson’s performance gives hope to Bulls fans looking for a new star player.
Wilson’s next games include matchups against other top rookies from the draft.
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England and Norway will play against each other in the World Cup quarterfinals. Harry Kane from England and Erling Haaland from Norway are two top players to watch in this important match.
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Harry Kane has scored six goals and assisted once in this World Cup so far.
Erling Haaland has scored seven goals, placing him near the top scorers behind Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi.
Kane says he and Haaland play different styles despite both being strikers.
Kane respects Haaland and recognizes his physical strength and goal-scoring ability.
Haaland scored key goals including two against Brazil and one against Ivory Coast.
Kane is playing his third World Cup and aims to help England reach the semifinals again.
England lost to France in the previous World Cup quarterfinals, and Kane hopes to advance further this time.
The winner could face Argentina and Messi in the semifinals.
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Baseball season is underway, and fans are excited not only about the games but also about unique and creative food available at stadiums. This article highlights the extreme and unusual food items fans can enjoy while watching the games.
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Baseball season is currently happening.
Stadiums offer special and creative food items for fans.
These foods include unusual combinations called "extreme eats."
The article shows some of the most popular and unique stadium foods.
Fans look forward to these foods as part of their game experience.
The focus is on food during baseball games, not the games themselves.
The article was featured by CBS News.
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Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell has not clearly said who will be the team's starting quarterback for the 2026 season, while there is competition between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray. McCarthy struggled last season due to injuries and poor performance, while Murray was signed recently and is expected to potentially lead the team.
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Kevin O'Connell avoided directly naming the starting quarterback during a media appearance.
The Vikings have an open quarterback competition between J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray.
J.J. McCarthy was the Vikings’ 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
McCarthy missed his rookie year due to a torn meniscus and struggled with injuries and performance in his second year.
Sam Darnold led the Vikings to a 14-3 record before leaving the team.
Kyler Murray signed a one-year contract with the Vikings after being released by the Arizona Cardinals.
Murray is seen as a possible starter if he can effectively run the offense and connect with key players like Justin Jefferson.
Both McCarthy and Murray appear willing to work together and focus on the team's success.
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Jayden Adams, a 25-year-old South African soccer player who played in the 2026 World Cup, has died. His death was confirmed by South Africa’s minister of sport, and no further details about the cause were given.
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Jayden Adams was a midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns and the South African national team, Bafana Bafana.
He played in all three group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup.
Adams helped South Africa advance to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in history.
He played a group game shortly after learning of his grandmother’s death.
Adams previously played for Stellenbosch before joining Mamelodi Sundowns.
He contributed to Mamelodi Sundowns winning the CAF Champions League this year.
South African officials and international soccer leaders expressed their condolences.
The public has been asked to show respect and avoid speculation about his death.
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Belgian cyclist Tim Merlier won the eighth stage of the Tour de France, marking his second win in a row in the race’s sprint finishes. He caught up with his competitors in the final meters and finished first ahead of Ethiopian Biniam Girmay and Dutchman Olav Kooij.
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Tim Merlier is a Belgian rider competing in his third Tour de France.
He won the eighth stage with a strong sprint finish after being out of position.
This was his fifth stage win overall in the Tour de France.
Merlier is now 15 points behind Mads Pedersen in the green jersey competition for sprinters.
The eighth stage took place in the Dordogne region of France, known for castles and cave drawings.
A breakaway rider, Liam Slock, was caught 1.3 kilometers from the finish.
Former world champion Mathieu van der Poel tried to help teammate Jasper Philipsen win, but Merlier was too fast.
Olav Kooij, who recently won a previous sprint stage, finished third in this race.
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England's rugby team won against Fiji with a score of 73-8, ending a streak of five losses. England scored 11 tries, taking advantage after Fiji was reduced to 14 players due to a red card.
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England defeated Fiji 73 to 8 in a rugby match in Liverpool.
England scored 11 tries, with Henry Pollock scoring three in the second half.
Fiji played with 14 men for half the match after a player received a red card.
This win ended England's five-game losing streak against Fiji.
New players Benhard Janse van Rensburg and Noah Caluori scored their first tries for England.
England's captain Jamie George was involved in a successful driving maul.
The crowd at the Hill Dickinson Stadium numbered over 50,000.
Fiji struggled with defense and scrums, allowing England to dominate the game.
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South African soccer player Jayden Adams died at the age of 25, according to the country’s sports ministry. His body was found in Cape Town, and the police have started an investigation into the circumstances of his death.
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Jayden Adams was a midfielder who played for South Africa's team in the 2026 World Cup.
He was 25 years old at the time of his death.
The cause of death has not been revealed by officials.
Police found Adams’ body in a suburb of central Cape Town and are investigating.
Adams played in all three group-stage matches for South Africa but did not play in the knockout game against Canada.
He began his career with Stellenbosch FC and later joined Mamelodi Sundowns in January 2025.
His death occurred less than a month after his grandmother passed away.
South African Football Association praised Adams for playing in a difficult match soon after his grandmother’s death.
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Jurgen Klopp has agreed in principle to become the new head coach of Germany’s men’s national football team. He is expected to sign a four-year contract, replacing Julian Nagelsmann who resigned after Germany’s early exit from the World Cup.
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Klopp met with German Football Association (DFB) officials in New York to discuss his appointment.
Further talks are planned next week, including an agreement with Klopp’s current employer, Red Bull.
Klopp has not coached since leaving Liverpool in summer 2024.
This will be Klopp’s first job coaching an international team.
Klopp previously won major titles with Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund.
Germany was eliminated in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, continuing poor performances in recent tournaments.
Nagelsmann took over in September 2023 but stepped down after the 2026 World Cup.
DFB leaders involved in talks include President Bernd Neuendorf and Vice President Hans-Joachim Watzke, who worked with Klopp at Dortmund.
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Norwegian soccer player Erling Haaland is very popular in the United States, not just for his skills but for his fun and honest social media posts. During the World Cup, many Americans started following him and enjoying his personality as well as his sports talent.
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Erling Haaland is a top scorer at the FIFA World Cup alongside Messi and Mbappe.
He was the Premier League's top scorer last season and is one of the highest-paid athletes.
Haaland is well-known in the U.S. for his entertaining Snapchat stories and vlogs.
His Instagram followers grew from 40 million to 60 million during the tournament.
Haaland enjoys exploring America, buying cowboy hats and boots in Texas.
Many Americans appreciate his humble and goofy nature despite his fame.
Haaland has expressed liking Americans and said he plans to visit the U.S. again.
He interacts with fans directly on social media, creating a friendly connection.
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Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, former Miami Heat teammates, got into a brief fight during NBA Summer League practice in Las Vegas. The argument reportedly stemmed from Herro criticizing Adebayo’s contract extension, and neither player nor their teams have given many details publicly.
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Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro had a verbal and physical altercation at the NBA Summer League facility in Las Vegas.
Adebayo struck Herro at least once during the incident.
Herro was recently traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in a deal that brought Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat.
Herro’s comments criticizing Adebayo’s $166 million contract extension contributed to the fight.
Screenshots of Herro’s critical social media messages about Adebayo were made public.
The Miami Heat acknowledged awareness of the incident but made no further comments.
Herro declined to comment publicly after a Bucks-Heat game he attended; Adebayo was not at the game.
The report about the altercation was first released by ESPN.
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South African midfielder Jayden Adams has died at age 25, weeks after playing for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup. Officials are investigating his death, and the cause has not been confirmed.
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Jayden Adams was 25 years old and played midfield for South Africa and the club Mamelodi Sundowns.
He appeared in all three group matches for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup.
South Africa reached the knockout stages for the first time but lost to Canada in the round of 32.
Adams began his career at Stellenbosch FC, then joined Mamelodi Sundowns in January 2025.
He won league and African Champions League titles with Mamelodi Sundowns.
South African police found his body in a house in Cape Town and have opened an investigation.
The cause of death has not yet been made public.
Officials have asked the media and public to avoid speculation and respect the family’s privacy.
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) gives about $55 million each year to support cricket development worldwide. However, there are concerns that some cricket officials take advantage of the funding system, which is not closely watched, leading to unfair distribution of money.
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The ICC has 12 full member countries and 98 associate member countries.
Full Members like India and Australia receive 88.8% of the ICC’s budget because they bring more commercial value.
India alone gets nearly 40% of the ICC’s yearly earnings due to its large broadcast market.
Associate Members receive the remaining 11.2% of the budget through competition grants and “Scorecard” grants.
Scorecard grants are based on self-reported data about players, pitches, and outside funding, and this decides how much money each associate member gets.
The total funding for Associate Members in 2026-27 is about $54.9 million, with Scorecard grants making up just over half.
Top Associate Members like the UAE and Scotland receive about $1 million each, while the lowest-ranked countries get around $26,000 each.
Changes in rankings can cause big differences in funding; for example, the Philippines tripled its funding by moving up ten places in rankings.
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Spain beat Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup 2026 quarter-final to reach the semi-finals. Mikel Merino scored the winning goal shortly after coming on as a substitute. Spain will now play France in the semi-final.
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Fabian Ruiz scored first for Spain in the 30th minute after a rebound.
Belgium equalized 11 minutes later with a header by De Ketelaere.
Spain had not conceded a goal for 649 minutes before Belgium scored.
Belgium's goalkeeper Thibaud Courtois got injured and was replaced by Senne Lammens.
Mikel Merino scored the winning goal for Spain 100 seconds after entering the game.
This is only Spain's second World Cup semi-final; the last time was in 2010 when they won the tournament.
The semi-final opponent will be France.
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Lionel Messi played a key role in Argentina’s comeback win against Egypt at the 2026 World Cup, scoring and assisting goals. However, he missed a penalty in that game, marking his second missed penalty in this tournament and raising questions about whether he should continue taking penalties for Argentina.
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Messi scored and assisted in Argentina’s comeback from 2-0 down to win 3-2 against Egypt in the World Cup last 16.
He became the oldest player to both score and assist in a World Cup match.
Messi has provided 9 assists at the World Cup, the most ever in the competition’s history.
Despite his success in open play, Messi missed a penalty against Egypt and previously against Austria in the group stage.
No player has missed two normal-time penalties in a single World Cup before Messi.
Messi has scored 4 out of 8 penalties at World Cups (excluding shootouts).
Overall, Messi’s penalty conversion rate (excluding shootouts) is around 77%, which is average compared to top penalty takers like Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Messi said he felt he let his teammates down after missing the penalty and admitted to crying after the game.
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