All news by author: Joshua Lees

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Zach Johnson responds to Ryder Cup theory harming Team US - "It's not an excuse"
Zach Johnson's American Ryder Cup team endured a difficult start to the Ryder Cup after falling 6.5-1.5 behind, and the captain has opened up on the issues within his camp.
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McIlroy and Fitzpatrick shine as Europe withstand US Ryder Cup fightback
Team Europe head into day two of the Ryder Cup with a commanding five point lead over their American rivals, after a whitewash in Friday's foursomes gave them the perfect start
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Bookmakers run risk of looking foolish after handing Europe Ryder Cup victory
Europe stormed into a remarkable 4-0 lead following the opening session of the Ryder Cup at Marco Simone on Friday, leading one bookmaker to pay out early on a home win
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USA break unwanted Ryder Cup record after nightmare start in Rome
The opening session of the 2023 Ryder Cup was all about Team Europe, after the host team blew away their American rivals to end a long-standing record at the matchplay event
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Viktor Hovland sinks chip on Ryder Cup first hole in perfect start for Europe
The 2023 Ryder Cup may have only been 30 minutes old but Viktor Hovland had already get the atmosphere going after chipping in on the opening hole alongside Ludvig Aberg
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Team USA decline interviews with Golf Channel in odd move on eve of Ryder Cup
The Americans confirmed their first four pairings ahead of the beginning of the Ryder Cup on Friday morning, but the visiting team refused to give any media interviews following the announcement
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Inside the Ryder Cup gala as golf stars dress up alongside WAGs
The Ryder Cup officially kicks off on Friday, and ahead of the event the players were able to enjoy some time away from the golf course as they dined alongside their partners on Wednesday
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Ryder Cup pairings confirmed as McIlroy could be frustrated by 'appalling' rival
The Ryder Cup gets underway on Friday morning, and in the opening foursomes session, Rory McIlroy will team up with Tommy Fleetwood to take on Xander Schuaffele and Patrick Cantlay
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Bitter Ryder Cup vs LIV Golf row from banned players to late offer
The Ryder Cup returns later this week following the United States' victory at Whistling Straits in 2021, and in that time a lot has changed in the sport following the formation of LIV Golf
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LIV Golf star outlines Ryder Cup plan after major Sergio Garcia influence
Spanish golfer David Puig has started his professional career alongside "role model" Sergio Garcia in LIV Golf but still has dreams of playing in the Ryder Cup in the future
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Brooks Koepka addresses fellow LIV Golf rebel Dustin Johnson's Ryder Cup snub
Brooks Koepka is the only LIV Golf star to have earned a spot at this year's Ryder Cup with one of the big omissions from the event his fellow American Dustin Johnson
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Lionel Messi injury update after star limped off days before Miami's cup final
Lionel Messi made his return for Inter Miami against Toronto FC on Thursday, but his comeback was cut short after being replaced by Robert Taylor after just 36 minutes
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McGinley claims Team Europe changes "came at the right time" after LIV exodus
Europe have been forced to move on from a number of their most experienced names following the saga surrounding LIV Golf, but ex-captain Paul McGinley believes the change is a timely one
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LIV Golf star set for DP World Tour return after leaving Ian Poulter's team
Laurie Canter has spent a large part of 2023 with LIV Golf, but the Englishman's time with the breakaway league has come to an end following the return of Sam Horsfield
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New York Jets star being paid to end "unacceptable" New England Patriots record
The New York Jets are out to end their torrid 14-game losing streak against the New England Patriots, having last beaten their AFC East rivals back in 2015
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Xander Schauffele backtracks on Ryder Cup prediction with Justin Thomas message
Xander Schauffele predicted last that week that it would take 'nothing special' to regain the Ryder Cup in Rome this year, but it appears the American is now expecting a much tougher battle
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Lionel Messi injury update issued by Inter Miami coach ahead of tough fixtures
Lionel Messi was forced to sit out Inter Miami's 5-2 defeat to Atlanta United last time out, but the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner is set to make a return to MLS on Thursday
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NFL star avoids suspension after two dirty hits leave players concussed
Denver Broncos man Kareem Jackson was ejected from his team's 35-33 defeat against the Washington Commanders last weekend, after landing two brutal hits in two weeks
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PGA Tour star takes aim at "total bull****" schedule with LIV Golf remark
The PGA Tour introduced changes to its qualification process via the FedEx Cup standings this campaign, but the new plans have been slammed by a major champion in Jimmy Walker
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LIV Golf rebel Cameron Smith can land eye-watering bonus at Chicago tournament
Cameron Smith finds himself on top of the LIV Golf seasonal standings heading into this week's event in Chicago, where he has the chance to become 2023 individual champion
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Luke Donald issues Ryder Cup selection warning to Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm
Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm are set to lead from the front for Team Europe at this year's Ryder Cup, but Luke Donald's two star men may have to spend at least one session on the sidelines
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Faldo slams Garcia's late Ryder Cup attempt telling LIV stars they're "done"
Sir Nick Faldo has had his say on Sergio Garcia's last-ditch attempt to make the European Ryder Cup team, after the Spaniard offered to pay off his DP World Tour fines
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Phil Mickelson opens up on "darkest times" of gambling addiction in statement
Phil Mickelson has made no secret of his problems with gambling in recent years, and on Monday took to social media to discuss his addiction following the beginning of the NFL season
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Rory McIlroy talks up secret Team Europe weapon to win Ryder Cup vs USA
Rory McIlroy is expected to be the talisman for Team Europe at this year's Ryder Cup, but the Northern Irishman has outlined one man who could be key to their success
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Luke Donald given major Ryder Cup boost as European stars impress at Wentworth
All 12 of Europe's Ryder Cup stars competed at last week's BMW PGA Championship in prepration for the upcoming clash with Team USA, and there were plenty of positive signs for Luke Donald