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Tiger’s Special Exemption, Smith’s Record, Mays’ Legacy, and Dodgers’ Historic Win

PGA Tour creates a special exemption for Tiger Woods, Regan Smith sets a new world record in women's 100-meter backstroke, the sports world mourns the loss of legendary center fielder Willie Mays, and the Los Angeles Dodgers stage a historic comeback in a wild win at Coors. Tune in for these exciting sports stories and more.Sources:https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/40383172/pga-tour-creates-sponsor-exemption-tiger-woods-based-exceptional-life-achievementhttps://www.espn.com/olympics/swimming/story/_/id/40382505/regan-smith-world-record-100m-backstroke-us-swim-trialshttps://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40382540/legendary-center-fielder-willie-mays-dies-93https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40384223/dodgers-score-7-runs-9th-inning-rally-rockies-wild-winOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) PGA Tour creates special exemption for Tiger alone(00:03:37) U.S.' Smith sets world record in 100m backstroke(00:05:58) Legendary center fielder Mays dies at age 93(00:09:56) Dodgers rally with 7-run 9th in wild win at Coors

Celtics Clinch Historic NBA Title, Olympic Swim Trials Highlights, and More

The Boston Celtics clinch their 18th NBA title, making history. Familiar names and rising stars shine at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials. Al Horford celebrates his first NBA championship after a 17-year career. Plus, a former college football player pleads guilty in a COVID benefits scheme.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40344025/social-media-reacts-2024-nba-finals-boston-celticshttps://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/40373996/katie-ledecky-ryan-murphy-lilly-king-win-olympic-trialshttps://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40376155/al-horford-wins-nba-championship-celtics-186th-career-playoff-gamehttps://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/40374450/former-college-football-player-pleads-guilty-covid-schemeOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Tom Brady, Magic Johnson lead reactions to Celtics NBA Finals win(00:03:10) Ledecky, Murphy, King win at Olympic swim trials(00:05:42) Horford a champ at last: 'Nobody deserved it more'(00:08:33) Ex-player pleads guilty in COVID benefits scheme

DeChambeau’s U.S. Open Win, Eriksen’s Triumphant Return, and More Sports Highlights

Bryson DeChambeau secures his second U.S. Open win in a thrilling showdown. Christian Eriksen scores three years after his cardiac arrest, marking a triumphant return to the pitch. Gretchen Walsh and Carson Foster secure their spots for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Plus, Ryan Blaney clinches his first victory of the season at the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway.Sources:https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/40365743/bryson-dechambeau-rory-mcilroy-2024-us-open-pinehurst-no-2https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40363990/eriksen-scores-opener-3-years-post-cardiac-arresthttps://www.espn.com/olympics/swimming/story/_/id/40366521/carson-foster-wins-400-individual-medley-final-us-olympic-swimming-trialshttps://www.espn.com/racing/nascar/cup/story/_/id/40367524/ryan-blaney-wins-inaugural-nascar-cup-race-iowa-speedwayOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) A three foot, 11-inch putt and the slim margins that defined Bryson DeChambeau's second U.S. Open win(00:03:09) Eriksen scores three years after cardiac arrest(00:06:22) Walsh follows world record with 1st Olympic berth(00:08:49) Blaney wins first Cup race at Iowa Speedway

Boxing Shakeups, College World Series Thrills, and Record-Breaking Performances

Gervonta Davis, David Benavidez, and Liam Paro shake up the boxing world with their victories. Texas A&M holds off Florida in a thrilling Men's College World Series opener. Oilers captain Connor McDavid sets a new NHL record for the most assists in a single postseason. Katie Ledecky gears up for her fourth Olympics after a victory in the 400-meter freestyle at the U.S. swimming trials.Sources:https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/40358496/tank-davis-vs-lomachenko-benavidez-get-canelo-nexthttps://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/40361777/texas-robs-homer-ninth-tops-florida-mcws-thrillerhttps://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40361059/oilers-mcdavid-passes-gretzky-most-assists-postseasonhttps://www.espn.com/olympics/swimming/story/_/id/40359688/walsh-sets-100-meter-fly-record-us-olympic-swim-trialsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) 'Tank' Davis vs. Lomachenko? Will Benavidez get Canelo next?(00:03:03) Aggies win MCWS thriller after robbing HR in 9th(00:05:26) McDavid sets single-postseason assists record(00:09:12) Walsh sets world mark in 100 fly at U.S. trials

Doncic’s Resilience, Man United’s Potential Transfer, Barkley’s Retirement, and U.S. Open Drama

Luka Doncic silences critics with a dominant performance in the NBA Finals. Manchester United eyes Matthijs de Ligt in a potential game-changing transfer. Charles Barkley announces his retirement from TV after the 2024-25 season. Plus, high stakes and thrilling contests at the U.S. Open.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40354570/luka-doncic-answers-critics-keeps-mavs-alive-game-4-nba-finalshttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40351636/transfer-talk-man-united-turn-attention-de-ligthttps://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40354302/charles-barkley-says-next-season-final-one-tvhttps://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/40351905/us-open-2024-pinehurst-third-round-questions-scottie-scheffler-rory-mcilroyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Brilliant Doncic answers critics, keeps Mavs alive(00:03:49) Transfer Talk: Man United could turn attention to De Ligt(00:06:11) Barkley says he'll retire from TV after 2024-25(00:08:42) Who needs to win the most? Can Scheffler get back into contention? What to expect on moving day at the U.S. Open

Super Bowl Rings, UFC Insights, and Record-Breaking Deals: A Sports Roundup

Join us as we delve into the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory and their quest for an unprecedented third straight title. We also explore the UFC's journey to success through a new Roku docuseries featuring CEO Dana White. Plus, we bring you the latest updates on the 2024 Copa América and discuss the Jacksonville Jaguars' record-breaking deal with quarterback Trevor Lawrence.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40346880/chiefs-celebrate-super-bowl-ring-ceremony-eye-three-peathttps://variety.com/2024/tv/news/ufc-dana-white-trump-espn-roku-docuseries-1236036846/https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40328548/copa-america-2024-schedule-news-squads-how-watchhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40345163/source-jaguars-qb-trevor-lawrence-agree-five-year-275m-dealOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Chiefs receive Super Bowl rings on 'special' night(00:03:04) UFC CEO Dana White on ‘Misconceptions’ About His Friend Donald Trump, ESPN Renewal Talks, New Roku Docuseries and More(00:05:38) Copa América 2024: Schedule, news, squads, reaction, how to watch(00:08:52) Source: Jags, QB Lawrence agree to $275M deal

Celtics Eye Historic Title, Brady Honored by Pats, Messi to Skip Olympics, Bosa’s Loyalty to Chargers

The Boston Celtics are on the brink of a record-setting 18th NBA championship. Tom Brady gets inducted into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame, with his jersey No. 12 retired. Lionel Messi decides to skip the Olympics, raising questions about athletes' commitments to club and country. Joey Bosa expresses his loyalty to the Chargers amidst trade rumors and talks about playing with his brother, Nick Bosa.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40338942/celtics-beat-mavs-game-3-finals-move-one-win-titlehttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40338765/patriots-induct-tom-brady-hall-fame-retire-jersey-announce-statuehttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40337165/lionel-messi-not-playing-2024-olympics-paris-argentinahttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40337958/cool-play-brother-nickOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Celtics hold off Mavs, on brink of record 18th title(00:03:25) Pats induct Brady in HOF, retire No. 12, plan statue(00:06:28) Messi to miss Olympics: Can't play 'everything'(00:09:11) Chargers' Bosa: Would be 'cool' to play with Nick

USMNT’s Copa Expectations, Allen’s Throwing Motion, and Ten Hag’s Uncertain Future

Ricardo Pepi sets high expectations for the USMNT in the upcoming Copa América. Buffalo Bills' Josh Allen is working on his throwing motion to up his game. Erik ten Hag's future as Manchester United's manager hangs in the balance. Plus, the Las Vegas Aces face a challenging season with three consecutive losses.Sources:https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40330459/usmnt-copa-america-knockout-roundhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40329539/bills-qb-josh-allen-tweaks-throwing-motion-efficiencyhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40330065/erik-ten-hag-remain-man-united-boss-how-longhttps://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/40331878/las-vegas-aces-lose-three-row-first-2019Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Pepi: Anything but Copa knockouts 'bad' for USMNT(00:02:37) Bills' Allen alters throwing motion to up efficiency(00:05:13) Erik ten Hag will remain Man United boss, but for how long?(00:08:35) Champ Aces lose 3 in row for 1st time since '19

Panthers Dominate Stanley Cup, De Jong Out of Euro 2024, Tomlin’s Steelers Extension, NC State’s MCWS Triumph

The Florida Panthers dominate the Stanley Cup Final, while Frenkie de Jong is ruled out of Euro 2024 due to an injury. Mike Tomlin signs a three-year extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and North Carolina State secures its fourth trip to the Men's College World Series. Tune in for a deep dive into these exciting sports stories.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40324399/nhl-playoffs-2024-stanley-cup-final-panthers-oilers-game-2-gradeshttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40322733/netherlands-fc-barcelona-star-frenkie-de-jong-ruled-euro-2024https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40321297/steelers-give-coach-mike-tomlin-extension-2027https://www.espn.com/college-baseball/story/_/id/40324357/nc-state-takes-georgia-heads-men-college-world-seriesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Evan Rodrigues, Panthers roll the Oilers: Grades, takeaways after Game 2 of the Cup Final(00:03:21) Barcelona star De Jong ruled out of Euro 2024(00:06:08) Steelers' Tomlin gets extension through 2027(00:09:31) NC State tops UGA, makes MCWS for 4th time

NBA Finals Heat Up, Messi’s Return, Alcaraz’s Rise, and F1 Drama

The Boston Celtics take a 2-0 lead over the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals. Lionel Messi makes a thrilling return to the international stage, helping Argentina secure a victory. Carlos Alcaraz, the young Spanish tennis sensation, emerges as the youngest player to win a Grand Slam on all three surfaces. Max Verstappen's victory in the Canadian Grand Prix highlights the intense competition and strategic intricacies of Formula One.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40272456/2024-nba-finals-biggest-questions-game-2-celtics-maverickshttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40316987/di-maria-scores-messi-plays-35-minutes-argentina-copa-america-warmuphttps://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/40311663/2024-french-open-carlos-alcaraz-men-final-sasha-zverevhttps://www.espn.com/racing/story/_/id/40316810/as-rivals-close-max-verstappen-finds-way-win-montrealOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) NBA insiders: the biggest questions from Game 2 between the Mavericks and Celtics(00:03:36) Di María scores, Messi returns in Copa warmup win(00:05:58) Carlos Alcaraz is ready to be the next tennis superstar(00:09:05) As rivals close in, Verstappen finds way to win in Montreal