Henley in sole charge after birdie blitz at Sea Island
(Reuters) – Russell Henley is known for his ability to make birdies in bunches and he piled up eight of them as he surged into a one-shot lead in the second round of the $5.6 million McGladrey Classic at Sea Island in Georgia on Friday.
Golf-PGA president fired for ‘insensitive’ remarks
(Reuters) – PGA of America president Ted Bishop was removed from office on Friday by his board of directors for “insensitive gender-based statements” posted on social media at the expense of English golfer Ian Poulter.
Caterham F1 team set to miss next two races
LONDON (Reuters) – Caterham have been told they can miss the next two Formula One grands prix while seeking a buyer after the team went into administration on Friday.
Torrid season over as Nadal opts for surgery
LONDON (Reuters) – Rafa Nadal’s announcement on Friday that he will miss the ATP World Tour Finals because of appendicitis ended a difficult year for the Spaniard during which he has endured injury, illness and worrying defeats.
U.S. judge blocks New Jersey sports betting law
NEW YORK (Reuters) – A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order on Friday blocking a New Jersey law that would have allowed legalized wagering on sporting events, the judge’s chambers said.
Coric stuns Nadal in Basel, Federer through
BASEL Switzerland (Reuters) – Croatian wunderkind Borna Coric offered emphatic proof of his potential when he crushed Rafa Nadal in the Swiss Indoor tournament on Friday before local hero Roger Federer cruised into the last four.
Ex-world champion Mulaudzi killed in car crash
CAPE TOWN, Oct 24 (Reuters) – Former world 800 meters champion and Olympic silver medalist Mbulaeni Mulaudzi has been killed in a car accident in his native South Africa.
Maddon opts out of contract, leaves Rays
(Reuters) – Tampa Bay Rays manager Joe Maddon has exercised an opt-out clause and has left the organization with one year remaining on his contract, the Major League Baseball team said on Friday.
Clippers eye fresh, winning chapter post-Sterling
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Emotionally battered after a racism scandal that left their previous owner Donald Sterling with a life ban, the Los Angeles Clippers can now script a fresh chapter as they aim to enhance their championship credentials.
LeBron’s Cavs help bring focus back to the hardwood
(Reuters) – After a tumultuous offseason that forced the National Basketball Association to confront the delicate issue of race, the league will usher in a new season starting next week that could prove to be one of the best in years.
