Author: Michael

Viktor Hovland seen during a practice round ahead of the 2023 Ryder Cup. | Photo by Zac Goodwin/PA Images via Getty Images
Viktor Hovland spoke with the media on Tuesday, and his improved short game was a noted topic of discussion.
At the 2021 Ryder Cup in Wisconsin, Viktor Hovland was the new kid on the block. He had an infectious smile, a charming personality, and a tee shot that could go for miles.
But he also had a poor short game, which helps explain why the Norwegian went 0-3-2 at Whistling Straits.

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Chess grandmaster Hans Niemann continues to deny allegations that he used vibrating sex toys to cheat during matches.
The allegations against Niemann first emerged last year when rival grandmaster Magnus Carlsen accused Niemann of cheating.
From there it grew into claims that Niemann had used remote-operated vibrating anal beads to gain an advantage in some matches.
Niemann has vehemently denied the accusations and eventually took Carlsen to court. According to the BBC, Niemann and Carlsen settled for $100 million just last month.
Carlsen wasn’t the only one who was sued by Niemann.

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Hall of Famer and legendary Orioles third baseman Brooks Robinson has died at the age of 86, the team announced Tuesday.
“We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Brooks Robinson. An integral part of our Orioles family since 1955, he will continue to leave a lasting impact on our club, our community, and the sport of baseball,” said a statement from the Robinson family and the Orioles.

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There’s something in the air this week in fantasy football, signaling it’s PRIME TIME to start selling high-level players.
Fantasy football is rolling after three weeks. By now, most fantasy managers have an idea as to whether their team is a top or bottom-half squad.
While there’s still much to discover about these teams and players, there’s enough of a picture to sell or buy players high. Or buy low, because a good manager never buys high.
Today, we highlight (?) names to put on the trade block as SELL HIGH candidates.

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The first hole at Marco Simone Golf Club prior to the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome, Italy. | Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images
For the first time, the Ryder Cup heads to Italy, where Marco Simone Golf Club will host the biennial competition.
For the first time in history, the Ryder Cup pays a visit to Rome, Italy, where Marco Simone Golf Club awaits some of the best players in the world.
American players do not have much experience with this picturesque layout, but many on Team Europe do.
Marco Simone has hosted the DP World Tour’s DS Automobiles Italian Open for the past three years.

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Mike Trout couldn’t hold back his emotions while discussing the let down that was his contribution to the Los Angeles Angels this year.

An emotional Mike Trout talks about his season and getting ready for the spring @Angels | #GoHalos pic.twitter.com/ArVUpDuVp6
— Bally Sports West (@BallySportWest) September 26, 2023

“It’s frustrating,” Trout began before beginning to clearly get emotional. “It’s better now but I wanted to get back, it’s been tough, it’s been hard on me.

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During a recent episode of their podcast “Nightcap with Unc and Ocho,” Shannon Sharpe informed Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson that his production was simply not good enough to earn placement in the NFL Hall of Fame.
Sharpe, who is a member of the Hall of Fame tight end, was honest with his co-host that the former Bengals and Patriots wideout’s numbers simply do stack up with the game’s elite players at the position.
Johnson appeared annoyed with Sharpe hitting him with a harsh dose of reality despite his own claim that he was among the best receivers of his era.

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The Raptors have reportedly emerged as potential favorites in the Damian Lillard trade sweepstakes, and according to Michael Grange of Sportsnet, the franchise believes they could get a deal done.
Speaking on Sirius XM NBA Radio, Grange suggested that Toronto think it has the assets it would take to swing a deal for the Trail Blazers’ star, and that “there’s a framework there.” 
“Toronto, A, wants the player, this is something they want to do, and B, thinks that they have the collection of assets that Portland is looking for.

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