Playing the first hole at Royal Portrush well or poorly could determine who hoists the Claret Jug on Sunday.

England came back from two goals down to draw 2-2 before beating Sweden 3-2 in a nail-biting penalty shootout to reach the semifinals of Euro 2025.

For much of Mariona Caldentey's career she operated in the shadows, but the decision to swap Barcelona for Arsenal has thrust her into the spotlight.

He was was arrested last July after being found “asleep behind the wheel” near Los Angeles International Airport. 

Signs had pointed to a likely reunion — but now it's becoming a reality.

Nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard has agreed to a three-year, $42 million contract to return to the Trail Blazers, sources told ESPN on Thursday.

Six years after recording a quadruple-bogey 8 on No. 1 at Royal Portrush, Rory McIlroy carded a bogey-5 en route to a 1-under 70 that left him right in the mix at the Open. "I didn't feel like I was walking into the unknown this time around," he said.

Extreme athlete Felix Baumgartner, the first skydiver to fall faster than the speed of sound, in a leap through the stratosphere, has died in a paraglider crash. He was 56.

If anybody stepped to the first tee at Portrush with a powerful memory, it was Shane Lowry.

The former Rangers head coach is headed overseas. 

The England batter drilled 77 off 46 balls.

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FOX Sports and Barstool Sports are coming together to bolster coverage of college football, college basketball and other FOX Sports properties, the companies announced Thursday. 

Starting in the fall, Barstool Sports owner and founder Dave Portnoy will become a regular contributor on FOX Sports’ "Big Noon Kickoff."

In addition to Portnoy, various Barstool Sports personalities, including Dan Katz, known as "Big Cat," will appear on "Big Noon Kickoff."

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"We’re excited to welcome Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports to the FOX Sports family," FOX Sports CEO and Executive Producer Eric Shanks said in the announcement.  

"Dave has built a one-of-a-kind brand that connects with a new generation of sports fans — authentic, bold and original. Their unique voice and loyal fan base makes them a natural fit for our evolving multiplatform content strategy."

Portnoy echoed Shanks’ excitement about the collaboration. 

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"Everybody at Barstool is super excited to partner with the FOX Sports family," Portnoy said. "In our two-decade history, we’ve never had the chance to work with so much talent and resources. We can’t wait to collab and bring our voice to FOX Sports’ airwaves. See ya soon in Columbus."

Barstool Sports’ "Barstool College Football Show" will travel with "Big Noon Kickoff" for select games throughout the season. The "Barstool College Football Show" will air from 9-9:45 a.m. ET on Barstool-owned channels, Tubi, the Fox Sports App and FoxSports.com.

As part of the new relationship, Barstool will produce and deliver a live two-hour program that will air on FS1 Monday through Friday. More details about that show will be announced at a later date. 

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Dave Portnoy revealed some of the details of Barstool's partnership with Fox Sports.

He is now the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. 

The Northern Irishman was cheered throughout his opening round at Royal Portrush.

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice learned his punishment for his role in a vehicle crash in the Dallas area last year.

ESPN reported Thursday that a judge in Dallas County sentenced Rice to probation and a month-long stint in jail. The probation period is expected to last five years, according to the report.

Royce West, Rice's lawyer, told FOX 4 Dallas Rice entered a guilty plea for felony racing on the highway and a felony accident causing bodily injury.

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The accident happened in March 2024. According to multiple reports, a vehicle was traveling approximately 119 mph when it collided with another car that was also traveling over the speed limit.

Rice had already paid approximately $115,000 in restitution to cover the victims' medical expenses, FOX 4 Dallas reported.

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The league has waited for the legal process to reach its conclusion before taking disciplinary action against Rice. The judge's ruling could move the NFL's disciplinary process forward. If Rice is suspended, he would likely miss games during the 2025 season, ESPN reported.

Rice was also granted a deferred adjudication, paving the way for a case dismissal upon the successful completion of his probation.

Rice released a statement shortly after the accident saying he was cooperating with authorities. 

"Today, I met with Dallas PD investigators regarding Saturday’s accident," Rice said in a statement in April 2024. "I take full responsibility for my part in this matter and will continue to cooperate with the necessary authorities. I sincerely apologize to everyone impacted in Saturday’s accident."

Dashcam footage obtained by FOX 4 Dallas showed a Corvette and Lamborghini speeding down the left lane before barreling into a gray car and other vehicles in front of them. 

KDFW later reported that an attorney representing The Classic Lifestyle confirmed Rice rented the Lamborghini SUV from the company. According to The Classic Lifestyle policy, Rice was the vehicle's only authorized driver for the duration of the rental.

Dallas Police also told Fox News Digital occupants in both the Corvette and Lamborghini fled and failed to exchange information. They also did not check to see if anyone was injured or needed assistance.

Rice missed the final 13 games of the 2024 season due to a knee injury. The receiver underwent posterolateral corner surgery in October.

Fox News' Scott Thompson contributed to this report.

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T.J. Watt and the Steelers have agreed to a three-year, $123 million extension that again makes him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

Manchester United have increased their bid for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, sources have told ESPN.

Barcelona expect to close a deal for Thiago Alcantara to return to the club as part of coach Hansi Flick's staff in the coming weeks, various sources have told ESPN.

PSV Eindhoven and USMNT striker Ricardo Pepi revealed he's "very close" to a return to the pitch after suffering a knee injury in January.