Rory McIlroy receives Masters boost as career first arrives before Augusta bid

Mirra Andreeva and Jack Draper emerged as the standout players at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, securing breakthrough titles and vying for the elusive "Sunshine Double." Andreeva, 17, continued her meteoric rise by defeating major champions on her way to claiming consecutive 1000-level trophies and achieving a career-high ranking of No. 6. Draper, 23, achieved his most significant career title by upsetting top players, including two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, and climbing to...

Ajax boss Francesco Farioli discussed Jordan Henderson's England recall and his impact at the Dutch club, praising his leadership and professionalism. Farioli highlighted Henderson's experience, passion, and work ethic as crucial for the team's success, emphasizing his ability to connect and motivate players behind the scenes. Henderson's return to the England squad at 34 years old has been well-received, with Farioli noting his positive influence on the team's standards and mentality. Full Article

Adelaide United midfielder Josh Cavallo, the first openly gay active player in men's football, reveals he receives multiple death threats daily and describes the sport's environment as "toxic," making it challenging to encourage other players to come out. Despite support from his club and coaches, Cavallo faces pressure and negativity due to his openness about his sexuality, experiencing homophobic abuse from football crowds and social media. He emphasizes the downsides of coming out, noting the...

The Independent relies on donations to support their coverage of crucial issues such as reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, providing in-depth reporting and analysis that is accessible to all Americans. Sir Gareth Southgate delivered the Richard Dimbleby Lecture, warning about the negative impact of online influencers on young men's mental health and emphasizing the importance of belief and resilience in overcoming societal pressures, particularly those exacerbated by social media. Southgate called for a...

The San Diego Wave have signed Colombian defender Daniela Arias from Brazil's Corinthians for a $150,000 transfer fee. Arias, a center-back who played for Colombia in the 2023 World Cup and 2024 Olympics, joins the Wave after helping Corinthians win several titles in 2024. She will be tasked with filling the void left by the departure of star player Naomi Girma to Chelsea, as new head coach Jonas Eidevall looks to strengthen the team with...

Chelsea are considering pulling out of the deal to sign Jadon Sancho permanently from Manchester United, potentially paying a penalty fee, as they eye a move for Sporting CP's Geovany Quenda. Meanwhile, Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham is attracting interest from six Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Brentford, and Nottingham Forest. Additionally, Fiorentina's Moise Kean is being pursued by Arsenal, West Ham United, and Newcastle United, while Barcelona is open to letting Ansu Fati leave and...