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Hidden truths about Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren’s relationship you didn’t know
Although golf fans are well aware of what led to the divorce of Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren, there are still many details that some are less familiar with. Although many people think that your life is shaped the most by your wife, your marriage and your relationships with others have a huge influence on…
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Gael Monfils edges closer to Jimmy Connors’ Miami Open record
Another tournament, another age milestone for Gael Monfils! The French veteran passed the first obstacle at the Miami Open, toppling Fabian Marozsan 6-3, 3-6, 6-4 in an hour and 45 minutes. Thus, Gael became the second-oldest player to notch a Masters 1000 win in Miami after Jimmy Connors. Monfils celebrated his triumph at 38 years…
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Rory McIlroy reveals his strict caffeine routine to improve his game
If you want to find perfection in your game, the key is to make changes in your life. Rory McIlroy, the famous golfer, has special methods to improve as a golfer, which include his diet, sleep, and other things. In an interview with Golf Digest, the famous golfer revealed that he places a huge emphasis…
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Jordan Spieth says Augusta is “blown up more than it probably should be”
The Players Championship is a tournament that does not make all golfers happy or evoke positive emotions. Playing in this tournament is challenging, it means that you have to stay focused from the first day to the last. Jordan Spieth is one of the golfers who is not particularly delighted to play at TPC Sawgrass.…
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Angela Stanford named US Solheim Cup captain for 2026 in the Netherlands
Angela Stanford received a huge honor after it was confirmed that she will captain the US women’s golf team at the Solheim Cup in the Netherlands next year. The 47-year-old has a huge experience behind her, considering that she performed six times in this competition. In an interview with the media, the LPGA Tour golfer…
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Robert MacIntyre: I’m trying to beat Rory McIlroy like everyone else at the Masters
Robert MacIntyre, a Scottish golfer, who has really been producing positive reactions with great performances in the last year, is motivated to make history at the Masters. Fans have great faith in his chances at this year’s Masters, but Augusta National can be a tough challenge, even for the most experienced. The 28-year-old golfer does…
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What Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren discussed after he confessed to dating Vanessa
Ending a long relationship or marriage always has certain consequences. One chapter in life ends, and a potentially new one opens. Tiger Woods, famous golfer, felt it best on his skin. A few days ago, it was confirmed that the great golfer started a relationship with Vanessa Trump, Donald Trump Jr.’s ex-wife. From day to…
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Are Second Serves Mostly Useless?
Novak Djokovic loading up for some topspin During the Australian Open, Challenger player (and Youtube star) Karue Sell made a bold statement: Thank you, Karue, for posting this: It is always valuable to get specific claims about the game from the people who are trying to figure out how to win. Right or wrong, testable…
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Aryna Sabalenka comments on Novak Djokovic’s players’ association suing ATP, WTA
Aryna Sabalenka claims she hasn’t had time to analyze PTPA’s lawsuit against the tennis’ governing bodies but admits that she would like to see ATP and WTA players being compensated better. This week, an absolute bombshell dropped after the PTPA – an association co-founded by Novak Djokovic and Vasek Pospisil – took legal action against…
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Coco Gauff makes deeply honest admission after first double-bagel win in Miami
Coco Gauff was hoping to drop one after winning the opening nine games of her Miami match against Sofia Kenin but that changed after she went 6-0 5-0 up as that’s when she became eager to register a double bagel. On Thursday, the American – who turned 21 just over a week ago – collected…
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Nick Kyrgios hits back at post mocking his first win in years, demands more respect
Nick Kyrgios thinks he deserves to be given more respect for his efforts as the Australian called out a fan who appeared to mockingly post about the Australian getting his first win in a couple of years. On Wednesday, the former world No. 13 came back from a set down to beat Mackenzie McDonald 3-6…
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Miami: Naomi Osaka gets statement win vs No. 24 seed after ‘big dogs’ comment
Naomi Osaka said she wanted to play with “the big dogs” and then clinched a notable 6-2 6-4 win over No. 24 seed Liudmila Samsonova in the Miami Open second round. After recovering from a set and a break down to qualifier Yulia Starodubtseva in the first round, the former world No. 1 made a…
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Daniil Medvedev to start grass season week after French Open in ‘s-Hertogenbosch
Daniil Medvedev is set to start his grass season in ‘s-Hertogenbosch after the Libema Open organizers confirmed his participation through social media. Since the ATP 250 tournament in ‘s-Hertogenbosch is taking place the week after the French Open, it means that the Russian will make a quick transition from clay to grass courts. However, it…
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Ex-Grand Slam winner criticizes Mirra Andreeva over angry Indian Wells final act
Rennae Stubbs said she was “impressed” by how Mirra Andreeva came back to beat Aryna Sabalenka in the Indian Wells final but also criticized the 17-year-old for the way she acted in one moment of frustration. On Sunday, the teenage sensation showed great mental strength and resilience to recover from a set down against the…
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Masters, champions’ dinner with cheeseburgers
Cheeseburgers and shrimp rolls to start. And more: ravioli with meatball sauce, Tex-Mex chili con carne, cowboy steak. And last but not least, a chocolate cookie served with vanilla cream. This is the menu chosen by Scottie Scheffler for the “Champions’ Dinner” at The Masters scheduled for next April 8 at Augusta National, in Georgia…
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Emma Raducanu tells Emma Navarro how she feels about her ahead of Miami match
Emma Raducanu spoke highly of Emma Navarro’s game and acknowledged the American will enter their Miami match in a better form before also dropping some major praise on the 2024 US Open semifinalist’s personality. In her first Miami match since 2023, the British tennis star routinely handled the business after dominating wildcard Sayaka Ishii 6-2…
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Ivan Ljubicic recounts feeling ‘shocked’ after Roger Federer offered him coaching job
Ivan Ljubicic admits he was left “shocked” after Roger Federer reached out to him offering a coaching job and it took some conversations for the former world No. 3 to understand why the record eight-time Wimbledon champion pursued him. Following the conclusion of the 2015 season, the Swiss ended his partnership with Stefan Edberg. At…
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PIF Fund Arabs set sights on Wentworth Club
Arab hands on the cradle of European golf. The Saudi fund PIF (financier of the LIV Golf Tour and owner of Newcastle in the Premier League) has set its sights on Wentworth Golf Club, a historic English golf club. The first assault was repelled but the relaunch is only a matter of time. Pif, Wentworth Club…
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Zheng Qinwen confesses why she felt so much coach Pere Riba’s absence in early 2025
Zheng Qinwen admits she definitely felt coach Pere Riba’s absence at the start of 2025 as the Chinese says her coach makes her work extremely hard and suggests that is the regime under which she thrives. After posting a great 2024 season and finishing it by just narrowly capturing her first WTA Finals title, the…
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Coach Vladimir Platenik sheds light on why Emma Raducanu ditched him after two weeks
Vladimir Platenik is shedding light on what led to a very quick split with Emma Raducanu as the Slovak coach says the 22-year-old is “under a lot of pressure and feeling stressed,” which impacts her decision-making. Just a day before starting her Indian Wells campaign, the world No. 60 confirmed to British reporters that she…