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Reality hit home on Saturday, however, in the form of a nightmare third round as the 48-year-old's injury-battered body appeared to quit on him as he carded a 10-over 82, his worst ever score at Augusta National. Golf-Knowing how to close deal a major advantage, says Morikawa Collin Morikawa is hoping some major experience will make the difference going into the Masters final round on Sunday, as he chases a third Grand Slam trophy in five years.

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Tennis-Ruud upsets Djokovic to join Tsitsipas in Monte Carlo final

Casper Ruud stunned top seed Novak Djokovic 6-4 1-6 6-4 in a thrilling Monte Carlo Masters semi-final on Saturday, avenging his loss in last year's French Open final to set up a title clash with twice champion Stefanos Tsitsipas. Greek Tsitsipas upset second seed Jannik Sinner 6-4 3-6 6-4 in the first semi-final.

Golf-Woods's dreamy talk of Green Jacket ends in nightmare round

After Tiger Woods claimed a record 24th consecutive made cut at Augusta National on Friday the five-times Masters champion engaged in dreamy talk of a sixth Green Jacket. Reality hit home on Saturday, however, in the form of a nightmare third round as the 48-year-old's injury-battered body appeared to quit on him as he carded a 10-over 82, his worst ever score at Augusta National.

Golf-Knowing how to close deal a major advantage, says Morikawa

Collin Morikawa is hoping some major experience will make the difference going into the Masters final round on Sunday, as he chases a third Grand Slam trophy in five years. On an eclectic leaderboard - which includes an Olympic champion, the world number one, a Masters debutant and a major championship newcomer - Morikawa stands out for his experience at knowing how to close the deal.

Report: Mike Budenholzer among finalists for Nets coaching job

The Brooklyn Nets are closing in on a new head coach, with Mike Budenholzer -- who led the Milwaukee Bucks to the NBA championship in 2021 -- among the candidates, The Athletic reported Saturday. Associate head coaches Jordi Fernandez of the Sacramento Kings and Kevin Young of the Phoenix Suns also are on the Nets' short list to replace Jacque Vaughn, per the report. Owner Joe Tsai will meet with all three in person.

Golf-Masters rookie Hojgaard gets Amen Corner lesson

Denmark's Nicolai Hojgaard had a short-lived stint atop the leaderboard on Saturday before the Masters debutant quickly got acquainted with the perils of Amen Corner. Hojgaard, bidding to become the first Masters rookie to win a Green Jacket since Fuzzy Zoeller 1979, carded a two-over-par 74 that left him at two-under on the week and five strokes back of third-round leader Scottie Scheffler.

MLB roundup: Phillies enjoy walk-off win vs. Pirates

Nick Castellanos had two hits and delivered a walk-off single in the ninth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a 4-3 win over the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday. With the bases loaded and one out, Castellanos stepped up and lined the first pitch he saw from Roansy Contreras over the head of Jack Suwinski in center field to secure the Phillies' third win in four games.

Coyotes owner says he can't yet address relocation rumors

The Arizona Coyotes' owner issued a statement Saturday, explaining his inability to comment on the subject of the team's immediate future. Alex Meruelo, in his words via X, formerly Twitter, said he would refrain from any "official public comments" at this time.

Athletics-Olympians criticise Nike for skimpy women's kit

Nike's Team USA track and field kit for women is needlessly revealing and sexist, women athletes have said after the U.S. sportswear brand unveiled its outfits for this summer's Olympic Games. Images made public on Thursday of the women's kit on a mannequin, showing a very high-cut pantyline, triggered criticism from several athletes for what they saw as a decision to prioritise skimpiness over function.

Baseball star Ohtani's ex-interpreter released on $25,000 bond, issues apology

Japanese baseball great Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter was released on bond and apologized through a lawyer after appearing in court on a bank fraud charge accusing him of stealing $16 million from the Los Angeles Dodgers star to cover illegal gambling debts. Ippei Mizuhara, 39, who surrendered to authorities earlier in the day, did not enter a plea during a 25-minute proceeding before a U.S. District Court magistrate judge in downtown Los Angeles. He was ordered to return for an arraignment on May 9.

Basketball-Record-breaker Clark headlines talented WNBA Draft class

Caitlin Clark headlines a talented Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) Draft class on Monday, as the Iowa guard and presumed first overall pick kick-starts the next phase of her career. There are not many surprises expected, with Clark all but assured to go to an ailing Indiana Fever, after she broke Pete Maravich's 54-year-old all-time NCAA scoring record this season and became appointment viewing in U.S. households.

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