📰 Golfer Jon Rahm unleashes on fan at The Open Championship, claims whistling created distraction during drive
During the first round of The Open Championship, Jon Rahm expressed frustration after hitting his shot into the rough on the par-4 10th hole at Royal Portrush Golf Club. Rahm scolded a fan in the gallery for allegedly making a distracting noise during his backswing. He later explained that the noise came at a particularly difficult moment in the game, leading to his emotional reaction. Despite the incident, Rahm acknowledged that he also made a bad swing and that such challenges are part of the game. The 30-year-old golfer, a two-time major champion, entered The Open after finishing second in a recent event in Spain and has had success in previous major tournaments.
📰 Texas Attorney General sues US Masters Swimming after controversial trans athlete controversy in San Antonio
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing U.S. Masters Swimming for allowing a biological male trans athlete to compete in women’s events, leading to controversy after the athlete won five gold medals. Paxton alleges that USMS engaged in deceptive practices by permitting men to compete in women’s competitions. The lawsuit is a response to an event in San Antonio where the trans athlete, Ana Caldas, dominated in multiple races without other competitors knowing her birth gender. Female swimmers like Wendy Enderle and Angie Griffin expressed feeling betrayed and concerned upon learning about Caldas being transgender. USMS updated its participation guidelines to allow swimmers to compete based on their gender identity, but eligibility for recognition programs is still based on sex assigned at birth.
📰 Italian cyclist Samuele Privitera, 19, dies after crashing during race
Cyclist Samuele Privitera, 19, tragically died from injuries sustained in a crash during the Tour of Valle D’Aosta in Italy. He hit a speed bump, lost control, and struck a barrier, hitting his head during the first stage of the race. Privitera was descending at almost 70 kilometers per hour about 35 kilometers from the finish in Aosta when the crash occurred. His helmet reportedly came off during the incident, and the circumstances are being investigated by authorities. The cycling community, including Tour de France riders, paid tribute to Privitera, emphasizing the dangers of the sport and the need for increased safety measures. The Italian Cycling Federation President highlighted the importance of making races safer in light of the tragedy.
📰 Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte’s home targeted during All-Star Game in ‘high-dollar’ burglary, police say
Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte’s home in Arizona was burglarized while he was at the All-Star Game in Atlanta. The burglary was described as a “high-dollar residential burglary” by Scottsdale Police. No one was home during the incident, and personal items and jewelry were stolen. Signs of forced entry were found, and the investigation is ongoing. This burglary is part of a trend targeting high-profile athletes, with South American organized crime groups believed to be involved in tracking athletes’ whereabouts and committing the burglaries.
📰 Steelers, T.J. Watt reach agreement on contract extension ahead of NFL training camp kickoff: reports
Star pass rusher T.J. Watt has ended the NFL contract drama in Pittsburgh by agreeing to a three-year extension worth $123 million, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. Earlier this year, Myles Garrett became the top-paid non-quarterback with a $40 million annual salary in his contract extension with the Cleveland Browns. Watt’s decision to skip mandatory minicamp last month signaled his desire for a new contract before the 2025 season, a departure from his approach in 2021. The 2021 AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year was entering the final season of his previous $112 million deal, which had made him the highest-paid defender in the league. Watt, a seven-time Pro Bowler, tied the single-season sacks record in 2021 and is set to join Steelers players at training camp on July 23.
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