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Pitch for two-day Ashes test rated ‘unsatisfactory’ by ICC
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The pitch used for the fourth Ashes test that finished inside two days has been rated as “unsatisfactory” by cricket’s world governing body. No batter scored a half-century and 36 wickets fell across six sessions at Melbourne Cricket Ground as England beat Australia by four wickets in just 142 overs of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tiger Woods at 50: Players recall one shot they can’t forget
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
Memories from players who competed against Tiger Woods and the shots that stand out in honor of Woods turning 50 on Dec. 30: Nick Price, 2005 Match Play Championship, La Costa Resort “He’s in grass I promise you is this deep,” Price said, holding his hands about 6 inches apart. “It was 230 yards to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tiger Woods turns 50 and still holds these PGA Tour records
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
The PGA Tour records Tiger Woods still holds or shares as he turns 50 on Tuesday, Dec. 30: Career victories 82 (tied with Sam Snead) Career earnings $120,999,166 PGA Tour player of the year awards 11 Times leading PGA Tour money list 10 Vardon Trophy awards for lowest adjusted scoring average 9 Most weeks at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tiger Woods’ father said Woods will hit shots people talk about for 30 years. Earl was right
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
Tiger Woods had just won the Canadian Open in 2000 with a shot no one can forget, a 6-iron out of a fairway bunker on the par-5 18th at Glen Abbey that went over the water, right at the flag and settled on the fringe 20 feet away to secure victory. On the phone that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tiger Woods timeline: From the Mike Douglas show at age 2 to turning 50
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
Oct. 6, 1978 — At age 2, makes an appearance on “The Mike Douglas Show” on daytime television and hits a driver with Bob Hope watching. July 28, 1991 — Wins the first of three straight U.S. Junior Amateur titles by beating Brad Zwetschke in 19 holes at Bay Hill. Aug. 28, 1994 — Wins ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Zabien Brown has a ‘clutch gene’ that has become part of Alabama’s DNA heading into the Rose Bowl
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Alabama cornerback Zabien Brown has a knack for making big plays. He’s delivered so many during two seasons with the Crimson Tide that there’s only one explanation: It’s part of his DNA. “It’s just that clutch gene,” Brown said. “I don’t know what it is. It’s just clutch.” He’s on the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tiger Woods turns 50. It’s the one time golf’s greats can relate to him
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
Talk to any golfer who played against Tiger Woods and there is sure to be at least one story about one shot so sublime they were certain it could not be hit by them or anyone else. He was just different. Better. The 2-iron Woods hit into the par-5 10th hole at the TPC Sugarloaf ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ronaldo wants to reach 1,000 goals before ending his soccer career. He’s up to 956
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed his determination to score 1,000 goals by the end of his career. And the 40-year-old Portugal superstar is in no doubt he’ll get there. “I will reach that number for sure, if no injuries,” Ronaldo said late Sunday at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From ‘lazy’ to title challengers: Aston Villa is the big surprise in the Premier League this season
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
When Aston Villa was on a five-match winless run to start the Premier League season, the team looked more like a potential relegation candidate than a title contender. Manager Unai Emery was describing his players as “lazy.” Villa’s big names — including England internationals Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers — were showing no form at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Freezing rain, blowing snow expected to slam much of Eastern Canada
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
TORONTO — The nasty side of Old Man Winter continues today as freezing rain, blowing snow and strong winds are expected to slam areas in Eastern Canada, from Ontario to Newfoundland and Labrador. Environment Canada says most of Ontario can expect a mixed bag of precipitation, ranging from freezing rain in Ottawa to heavy snow ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian RJ Barrett returns to Raptors lineup after missing five weeks
By Canadian Press on December 29th, 2025
TORONTO — Finally, RJ Barrett is back in the Toronto Raptors’ starting lineup, even if it’s with a minutes restriction. Barrett, from Mississauga, Ont., had 12 points, seven rebounds and four assists as Toronto rallied past the Golden State Warriors for a 141-127 overtime victory on Sunday. Barrett played 24 minutes after missing five weeks ... Read More »
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