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Paige Bueckers scored a career-high 40 points to lead UConn to an 82-59 victory over Oklahoma in the women's NCAA tournament, propelling the Huskies to the Elite Eight. Bueckers outscored the Sooners 29-23 in the second half and hit six 3-pointers, setting a new UConn record for points in a tournament game. UConn, seeking its 12th national title, will face USC in the regional final after Bueckers' impressive performance. Full Article

ESPN's staff covers the Elite Eight of the men's NCAA tournament, with Texas Tech facing Florida and Duke playing against Alabama. The Red Raiders, a No. 3 seed, kick off the action in San Francisco, followed by a high-scoring matchup between the Blue Devils and Crimson Tide in Newark. Follow along for live updates on both games as reporters and editors track the exciting basketball action. Full Article

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Tens of thousands of Newcastle United fans gathered in the city to celebrate the club's first domestic trophy in 70 years, with an open-top bus parade after winning the Carabao Cup on March 16. Manager Eddie Howe was honored with a massive banner as the team was carried around the city, with the celebration including white smoke, singing, and ABBA music for a party expected to last into the night. Full Article

Min Woo Lee shot a seven-under-par 63 to take the lead in the third round of the Texas Children's Houston Open, with Rory McIlroy making a strong comeback to tie for 14th place after a 65. World No 1 Scottie Scheffler, tied in third place, had a tougher round with two bogeys after setting a course record, while Davis Thompson moved up with a 64 to reach 10-under. As the tournament progresses, Lee holds a...

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola expresses happiness at the club and aims to achieve history by chasing their first major trophy, amidst speculation linking him to Tottenham Hotspur. With Spurs struggling in the Premier League, Iraola is seen as a potential replacement for Ange Postecoglou. The 43-year-old coach remains focused on his job at Bournemouth, where he aims to reach new heights and acknowledges the challenges ahead, including upcoming FA Cup quarterfinal against Manchester City and...