Richard Mann previews the Tour Championship, which begins on Monday. Zhao Xintong will return to Sheffield as reigning world champion and likely favourite to defend the crown he claimed 12 months ago. In 2021, he won the UK Championship in York.
The NBA Board of Governors has given the green light for the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers. An investor group led by Tom Dundon will take control of the franchise. Dundon will also serve as the Trail Blazers’ Governor.
The Kansas City Royals are back in town for their home opener. The game against the Minnesota Twins will be broadcast for free, marking the first time since 2007. Expect warm temperatures and windy conditions.
The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired outfielder Luis Matos from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for cash considerations. Matos, a former top prospect for the Giants, was designated for assignment last week despite a strong spring training. LHP Sammy Peralta has been designated for assignment.
Azerbaijan and Sierra Leone are scheduled to play an international friendly. The match is part of the International friendlies 2026. TNT Sports will provide live coverage.
The Cleveland Browns are still considering adding Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson to their roster. General manager Andrew Berry plans to spend more time with Simpson before the draft. NFL draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. previously thought the Browns weren’t in the market for a quarterback because they had Shedeur Sanders, but he was wrong.
A new documentary, ‘Rory McIlroy: The Masters Wait,’ explores McIlroy’s journey to winning the Masters and completing the Grand Slam. The film features insights from McIlroy, his parents, and his backroom team. It recounts the highs and lows he experienced on his path to victory.
Ian Fletcher, the W1A icon, has spoken about his role in Twenty Twenty Six. He shared his insights with Radio Times. Details of his role are now available.
Kentucky Basketball has appointed Mo Williams as an assistant coach. This follows the commitment of Williams’ son, Mason Williams, to the team. Williams was previously head coach at Jackson State.
Caroline Garcia and her husband, Borja Duran, are expecting their first child. The couple revealed the news in a joint post to their social media accounts. Garcia married Duran last summer in Spain and they produce the ‘Tennis Insider Club’ podcast.
