Jake Wightman: Father to stop coaching former world champion

The University of Oregon is suing former running backs coach Carlos Locklyn for breach of contract, claiming he owes a $400,000 buyout after leaving for Ohio State, of which he only paid $200,000. Locklyn's attorney asserts that he fulfilled his obligations and that Oregon declined the check, leading to a legal dispute over the interpretation of the contract. Despite the lawsuit, Locklyn enjoyed a successful first year with the Buckeyes, contributing to their national championship...

The Los Angeles Lakers will host Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena, marking their first playoff series at home since 2012. Forward Dorian Finney-Smith, who joined the Lakers in a December trade, is eager to experience the playoff atmosphere and acknowledges the significance of each possession during these games. With strong championship aspirations this year, the Lakers will rely on Finney-Smith's defensive skills against Timberwolves star Anthony...

Harry Maguire's last-minute goal secured a dramatic 5-4 comeback victory for Manchester United against Lyon, marking the first 120th-minute winning goal in Europa League history. Manager Ruben Amorim emphasized the importance of this win for player morale amid a challenging season, where United currently sits 14th in the Premier League, and hinted at potential squad rotations to manage player fatigue ahead of their next match against Wolves. Despite their resilience, United's inconsistent defensive play remains...

On night 11 of the Premier League in Rotterdam, Chris Dobey secured his first nightly win in two years with a 6-2 victory over Stephen Bunting, who had previously defeated Luke Littler in the semi-finals. Littler, after a close match with Rob Cross, struggled in the semi-final against Bunting, ultimately falling 3-2 behind and unable to complete a comeback. Dobey dominated the final, capitalizing on Bunting's missed opportunities, to claim victory and express his determination...

Summary Justin Thomas leads the RBC Heritage after an impressive first-round score of 61, which ties the best 18-hole record in the tournament's history and marks the lowest opening-round score ever. Despite this strong start, Thomas faces challenges since no player has converted an opening round lead into a win this season, and he has not done so since 2019. Close competitors include Russell Henley and Scottie Scheffler, both three strokes behind, along with Wyndham...

Serena Williams criticized the disparity in drug testing penalties between men and women, suggesting she would face a 20-year ban if she had failed tests like Jannik Sinner, who received a three-month suspension for testing positive for clostebol. Williams expressed her admiration for Sinner, emphasizing his importance to men's tennis while sharing her own experiences with scrutiny. Although retired, she misses playing tennis, reflecting on the health that allows her to do so. Full Article