Reuters Sports News Summary

Throngs of adoring spectators crowded the famed Augusta National layout and stood on tip-toes to catch a glimpse of a golfer who has authored some of the game's greatest moments but an injury-ravaged Woods was unable to produce any magic. Golf-Rahm and McIlroy left scratching their heads after Masters letdown Defending champion Jon Rahm and Grand Slam-seeking Rory McIlroy came into this year's Masters looking to add their names to the history books but the decorated golfers walked away scratching their heads after the final round on Sunday.

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Caitlin Clark followed by intrigue at star-driven WNBA Draft

Two decades have passed since a pro basketball draft attracted so much in the way of hoopla, headlines and hope. It was 2003, and there was no doubt the Cleveland Cavaliers would use the No. 1 pick on LeBron James, a generational talent from nearby Akron, Ohio, who would arrive to help rebuild the franchise. The city reached a frenzy with James on board -- especially when he took a team that was 17-65 the season before his arrival to the NBA Finals in his fourth season.

NHL fines Bruins D Kevin Shattenkirk for unsportsmanlike conduct vs. Penguins

The NHL on Sunday fined Boston Bruins defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk $2,734.38 -- the maximum allowed for unsportsmanlike conduct under the collective bargaining agreement. Shattenkirk was not penalized for his action with 19:37 left in the first period of the Bruins' 6-4 victory over the host Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night. The Penguins' Michael Bunting had made contact with the Bruins' Linus Ullmark, his stick catching the goaltender's skates and causing him to fall over.

Golf-Scheffler wins Masters for second major title

American world number one Scottie Scheffler won the Masters at Augusta National on Sunday to claim his second major championship.

Golf-Steady Scheffler wins second Masters title in three years

Unflappable American Scottie Scheffler claimed a second Masters title in three years on Sunday, the world number one holding steady while his biggest challengers self-destructed making their way through the infamous Amen Corner. Scheffler, the Green Jacket winner in 2022, began the day with a one-stroke lead over twice major winner Collin Morikawa and posted a final round of four-under 68 to finish 11-under for the week, four clear of Swedish young gun Ludvig Aberg.

Mixed Martial Arts-Holloway's "BMF" knockout cements UFC's dominant position

Max Holloway's epic knockout of Justin Gaethje with just one second left on the clock in Las Vegas on Saturday again cemented the Ultimate Fighting Championship's (UFC) status as the dominant player in mixed martial arts, despite some strong challenges from competitors. The fact that the title on the line -- the "BMF" or "baddest motherfucker" belt -- at UFC 300 was simply an invention to pit fan favourites against each another in violent brawls does not take away from the moment; arguably, it adds to it.

Olympics-Purple track for Paris should be "very, very good", say organisers

The purple athletics track being laid in Paris's Stade de France for the summer Olympics does not guarantee records but adjustments brought in by the manufacturer seem promising, said Alain Blondel, the sports manager for athletics events at Paris 2024. "It's the same track, the same base as in Tokyo (where the last Summer Olympics were held), with small changes introduced," Blondel said, adding that he "couldn't say" if the track would be fast.

Golf-Woods unable to conjure Masters magic in forgettable final round

Tiger Woods has produced countless magical moments at Augusta National but during the final round of the Masters on Sunday the five-times champion looked a shadow of his former self and left many wondering how many competitive rounds he has left. Throngs of adoring spectators crowded the famed Augusta National layout and stood on tip-toes to catch a glimpse of a golfer who has authored some of the game's greatest moments but an injury-ravaged Woods was unable to produce any magic.

Golf-Rahm and McIlroy left scratching their heads after Masters letdown

Defending champion Jon Rahm and Grand Slam-seeking Rory McIlroy came into this year's Masters looking to add their names to the history books but the decorated golfers walked away scratching their heads after the final round on Sunday. Rahm was bidding to become only the fourth player to retain a Masters title while McIlroy was making his 10th attempt at becoming only the sixth player to complete the career Grand Slam of golf's four major titles.

Mixed Martial Arts-McGregor to fight Chandler at UFC 303 in June, says White

Conor McGregor will return to the cage against Michael Chandler on June 29, three years after he broke his left leg during a fight against Dustin Poirier, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) president Dana White said. The welterweight bout would headline the UFC 303 card in Las Vegas, White told reporters after Saturday's UFC 300 event.

Motorcycling-Aprilia's Vinales reigns supreme to win eventful Grand Prix of the Americas

Aprilia's Maverick Vinales completed the perfect weekend at the Grand Prix of the Americas when the polesitter and sprint winner claimed victory in Sunday's race despite dropping outside the top 10 on the opening lap after a poor start. Vinales became the first rider to win a Sunday race with three different manufacturers -- having won with Suzuki and Yamaha in the past -- taking the chequered flag in an eventful race that had several lead changes.

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