Spieth claims wire-to-wire victory at Masters
AUGUSTA, Georgia (Reuters) – Young gun Jordan Spieth, evoking memories of Tiger Woods at Augusta National 18 years ago, added his name to golf’s record books with a stunning wire-to-wire victory by four shots at the Masters on Sunday.
Masters patrons offer tips on improving perfection
AUGUSTA, Georgia (Reuters) – The lords of the Masters are dedicated to putting on an ideal golf tournament, and most of the competitors and thousands of patrons judge it to be just about perfect.
Pepsi takes over NBA sponsorship rights from Coke
(Reuters) – PepsiCo Inc is taking over league sponsorship rights for the National Basketball Association, ending a 28-year partnership that the league has had with Coca-Cola Co.
Spieth’s Masters win offers glimpse into major future
AUGUSTA, Georgia (Reuters) – Jordan Spieth’s remarkable victory at the 79th Masters not only confirmed the greatness for which he has long been earmarked but offered a glimpse into the likely pattern at majors for the next decade.
Rosberg must speed up to beat ‘slow’ Hamilton
LONDON (Reuters) – Nico Rosberg may not have lost the plot, as some suggested in the wake of his outburst against Mercedes team mate Lewis Hamilton at Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix, but he is feeling the heat.
Paris City Hall backs 2024 Games plan
PARIS (Reuters) – Paris took a decisive step toward a 2024 Summer Olympic bid on Monday when the City Hall backed the French aspirations to bring the Games back to the capital after a 100-year hiatus.
Mets closer Mejia suspended for positive doping test
NEW YORK (Reuters) – New York Mets closer Jenrry Mejia has been suspended for 80 games without pay after testing positive for the banned substance stanozolol, Major League Baseball said on Sunday.
Toronto, Buffalo begin end of season sackings
(Reuters) – The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired general manager David Nonis and interim head coach Peter Horachek, while Buffalo Sabres coach Ted Nolan was also sacked, the National Hockey League teams said on Sunday.
Gordon gives Galaxy win over Seattle, Orlando shine
MIAMI (Reuters) – Defending champions LA Galaxy beat Western Conference rivals Seattle Sounders 1-0 in Major League Soccer on Sunday courtesy of a header from veteran forward Alan Gordon.
Sock sinks Querrey in Houston for maiden title
(Reuters) – American Jack Sock won his first ATP singles title defeating compatriot Sam Querrey 7-6(9) 7-6(2) in the final of the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship in Houston on Sunday.
