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Cameron Young poses with the trophy after winning the Cadillac Championship. (Jeff Romance-Imagn Images) Cameron Young had it all working during the Cadillac Championship, and the result was another tournament title.Young shot a 4-under-par 68 in the final round and was never threatened on the way to a six-stroke victory Sunday outside Miami.Young finished as the wire-to-wire winner at 19-under 269 at Trump National Doral’s Blue Monster Course, where President Trump was in attendance.“I feel like I had different parts of the game working on different days,” Young said. “Today I drove it a lot better. First couple days I putted great and I drove it a little bit more all over the place. Thankfully I feel like I’ve got a lot of tools right now and throughout the week I was able to use different parts of the game to keep myself moving in the right direction.”World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler also posted 68 to finish as the runner-up for his third straight start. Ben Griffin (68) was third at 12 under.Australia’s Adam Scott (64), Austria’s Sepp Straka (66) and South Korea’s Si Woo Kim (70) all tied for fourth place at 11 under.Young has won two tournaments this year – this followed his breakthrough at The Players Championship in March – and three overall in his PGA Tour career. He didn’t make Sunday’s round complicated. “I think it was made easier by the weather forecast,” Young said. “We didn’t know exactly how the day was going to go, whether we would be starting and stopping. Started with a delay. It was just one of those times that I feel like that played into my hands and just being really accepting of what came next.”Korda rolls to RivieraMaya title for third win of ‘26Nelly Korda didn’t take long to return to the winner’s circle, posting a final-round, 3-under-par 69 to win the Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba by four strokes Sunday in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.Korda continued her victorious ways at El Camaleon Golf Course seven days after capturing the Chevron Championship – the first major of the season and the third such title of her career – and returning to the No. 1 world ranking.Korda entered the day with a three-shot advantage and wound up four ahead of Thailand’s Arpichaya Yubol (70). In third at 12 under was China’s Yu Liu (69), feel-good story Brianna Do (71) finished fourth at 10 under and Colombian amateur Maria Jose Marin (69) placed fifth at 8 under.“I think it was a perfect week after a major championship, too, where it felt like it was super relaxing but I knew that I needed to grind and I was here to work,” Korda said.“I’ve had such an amazing time. Yeah, I mean, emphasizing it with a win, at the end of the day that’s what I was coming here for.”Korda’s only scoring stretch amid two runs of pars came at the fifth through seventh holes. She holed an eagle at the par-5 fifth, then birdied the next two for a 4-under run.From there, it was 10 straight pars until cleaning up a bogey 6 at the 18th.“I guess there (were) two parts to my round,” Korda said. “Definitely on my front nine I had my A-game, and then on the back nine I wasn’t playing bad; just wasn’t hitting it close. And then I was kind of cruising and then golf humbled me on the last hole. Made my (second bogey) on the weekend.” Korda continued a thoroughly dominant season to this point. In six starts, she now has three victories and three second-place finishes. Source link
Everton’s Jake O’Brien (centre) heads the ball to score his team’s second goal against Manchester City at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool. (AFP) Jeremy Doku’s stoppage-time strike salvaged Manchester City a 3-3 draw at Everton, but a second half collapse handed the destiny of the Premier League title back to Arsenal last night. The Gunners now just need to win their final three games to end a 22-year wait to become the champions of England. City remain five points adrift of Mikel Arteta’s team, with a game in hand, and will struggle to recover from the manner of their implosion at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Pep Guardiola’s side appeared to be cruising to victory when Doku opened the scoring at the end of a dominant first half. However, an error-strewn second period was punished as Thierno Barry scored twice for the Toffees, either side of Jake O’Brien’s header. Erling Haaland and then a sensational effort from Doku in the 96th minute did however rescue a point which could ultimately keep City in the race. Arsenal visit relegation-threatened West Ham on Sunday before hosting Burnley and visiting Crystal Palace on the final day of the campaign. Two Arsenal victories since City last played in the league had ramped up the pressure on Guardiola’s side. City’s first team had gone the best part of two weeks without a proper outing after Guardiola heavily rotated for last weekend’s FA Cup semi-final win over Southampton. The visitors looked fresh rather than rusty as Everton were penned back inside their own box for practically the entire first half. City’s pressure finally found its reward two minutes before half-time when Rayan Cherki found Doku, who curled a shot into Jordan Pickford’s top right-hand corner. Things could have been even worse for the Toffees before the break as Michael Keane escaped with just a yellow card for a wild lunge on Doku. That decision proved to be vital as City paid a heavy price for a serious of basic defensive errors. Twice Guardiola’s men did not heed a warning that an Everton equaliser was coming. Gianluigi Donnarumma parried Iliman Ndiaye’s effort back into the danger area but Merlin Rohl was not alive to the rebound. Ndiaye then had a glorious chance after an error from Matheus Nunes but again could not beat the giant Italian in the City goal. When the equaliser finally arrived, City were again architects of their own downfall. Marc Guehi’s underhit passback handed Barry the simple task of slotting past the stranded Donnarumma. Another casual City mistake moments later led to Everton’s second. This time Abdukodir Khusanov was caught in possession by Ndiaye and bailed out by a last-ditch challenge from Guehi. But from the resulting corner, O’Brien rose highest to power home a header. Barry prodded home a third for Everton from Rohl’s deflected cross with City all at sea from a rapid counter-attack. Within seconds they had a lifeline, though, as straight from kick-off Mateo Kovacic played in Haaland to halve the arrears. Doku delivered a dagger to Everton’s hopes of European football next season right at the death. But it may have come too little, too late to rescue City’s chances of a seventh title in nine years. Related Story…
Mumbai Indians’ Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma bump fists during their IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai Monday. (Reuters) Openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton hit attacking knocks as Mumbai Indians beat Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets to keep their slim playoff hopes alive in the IPL Monday.Rohit, who hit 84, and the left-handed Rickelton (83) put on 143 runs to lay the foundations for Mumbai’s chase of 229 with eight balls to spare at the Wankhede Stadium.Five-time champions Mumbai, who were without unwell captain Hardik Pandya, stay in the 10-team table with three wins in 10 matches.Lucknow, led by Rishabh Pant, languish at the bottom and are nearly out of the race for the playoffs.The top two teams at the end of the league stage will qualify for the playoffs.The 39-year-old Rohit returned from an injury after missing five matches to hit his second fifty of the season as he struck six fours and seven sixes in his 44-ball knock.South Africa’s Rickelton kept up his blazing form in his 32-ball blitz to pummel the opposition attack before his departure in the 11th over.Rohit came in as impact substituteRohit, who came in as an impact substitute after Lucknow’s batting innings of 228-5, kept up the momentum with his trademark pull shot and wristy flicks to entertain the home crowd.He finally fell to Manimaran Siddharth’s left-arm spin and Tilak Varma soon fell for 11 to raise Lucknow’s hopes.Stand-in-skipper Suryakumar Yadav departed for 12 before Naman Dhir, who made 23, and Will Jacks, who hit the winning six in his 10, steered the team home.Earlier Lucknow’s West Indies star Nicholas Pooran struck form with a 21-ball 63 to put Lucknow on course to a big total. Australian opener Mitchell Marsh provided the early impetus with his 44 off 25 balls and put on 94 runs for the second wicket with the left-handed Pooran.Pace bowler Corbin Bosch dismissed Pooran and Marsh in the ninth over to hit back for Mumbai, but Lucknow kept pace with unbeaten knocks from Aiden Markram and Himmat Singh.Markram, who hit 31, and Himmat, who top-scored with 40, put on 68 runs for the sixth wicket to boost Lucknow’s score, which ultimately proved insufficient. BRIEF SCORESMumbai Indians 229 for 4 (Rohit 84, Rickelton 83, Siddharth 2-47) beat Lucknow Super Giants 228 for 5 (Pooran 63, Marsh 44, Bosch 2-20) by six wickets …
Jason holder stood out with figures of 4-24 in an inspired pace attack to set up a four-wicket win for Gujarat Titans in a thrilling IPL contest against Punjab Kings Sunday. Pace spearhead Mohammed Siraj set the tone with two wickets in the first over of the match as hosts Gujarat reduced top of the table Punjab to 47-5 before they managed 163-9 in Ahmedabad. Gujarat also suffered from regular wickets in their chase but opener Sai Sudharsan’s 57 and an unbeaten 40 off 23 balls by Washington Sundar guided the team home with one ball to spare. Needing 11 to win from the last over, Sundar, a left-handed batter, kept his nerve and smacked Marcus Stoinis for a winning six on the penultimate delivery. Shubman Gill-led Gujarat stay fifth in the 10-team table with four teams on 12 points each. Punjab, led by Shreyas Iyer, still hold the top spot with 13 points after they went down to just their second defeat in the season. Top four teams after the league stage will qualify for the playoffs. Punjab attempted to defend their modest total after impact substitute Vijaykumar Vyshak took 2-30 including Jos Buttler, for 25, and the left-handed Sudharsan in the 15th over. Gujarat slowed down in their chase in front of disciplined bowling and good fielding, but Sundar stood firm Earlier Siraj rattled Punjab with two wickets in two balls upfront including Cooper Connolly caught behind for a duck. Siraj’s new-ball partner Kagiso Rabada took down Prabhsimran Singh for 15 and West Indies pace bowler Holder came in as the third seamer to push Punjab on the backfoot. Holder dismissed Nehal Wadhera and then Iyer but Marcus Stoinis, who made 40, and Suryansh Hedge, who hit 57, put on a defiant stand of 79 off 44 balls. Shedge was impressive in his 29-ball blitz laced with three fours and five huge sixes and got good support from Australia’s Stoinis. Marco Jansen contributed with 20 to boost the total but it was not enough to stop Gujarat from winning on their home turf. BRIEF SCORESGujarat Titans 167 for 6 (Sai Sudharsan 57, Washington 40*, Arshdeep 2-24, Vyshak 2-31) beat Punjab Kings 163 for 9 (Shedge 57, Stoinis 40, Holder 4-24, Rabada 2-22) by four wickets Source link
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Varun Chakravarthy pats Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Travis Head of Australia for his innings after Head’s dismissal during the IPL match in Hyderabad Sunday. (AFP)…
Khalid al-Eid stole the spotlight in the Diamond Tour as the twelfth round of the Longines Hathab – Qatar Equestrian Tour wrapped up at the Qatar Equestrian Federation’s main arena yesterday.Riding Raker, al-Eid clinched the 150cm class with a sharp round in 40.68 seconds, edging out Cyrine Cherif, who clocked 41.26 seconds on Easy Boy. Mohammed Saeed Haidan settled for third after posting 42.55 seconds aboard Wathnan Stand, as the top riders delivered a tight contest at the highest level. In the Bronze Tour (120cm), Anaz al-Anaz claimed top honours with a winning time of 56.45 seconds on Be Bop de Lyons. Faris Saad al-Qahtani followed in 57.86 seconds on Foudre du Banney, while Hussein Saeed Haidan placed third in 60.87 seconds on Gringo. The team event saw Marwan Al Shaqab take first place with a combined time of 144.78 seconds. Al Adeed Al Shaqab finished second, while Al Shaqab team secured third.Earlier, Salha Khalid al-Obaidli impressed in the Future Riders Tour (90cm), winning in 24.79 seconds on Violet Van Het Koetshuis. Alqaqaa bin Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani finished second on Bon Suela, with Salman Faisal al-Marri third on Suol Rebel. Speaking after the round, Ali Yousef al-Rumaihi, Vice Chairman of the Organising Committee, said the tour continues to grow in stature and quality.“We saw strong competition, which highlights the riders’ readiness and determination to perform at their best. With only two rounds remaining, attention now turns to the race for points and the overall standings as riders push to secure the title. The intensity also reflects the championship’s success in attracting elite international riders while continuing to support and develop local talent, strengthening Qatar’s presence on the showjumping stage.” Related Story Source link
The stage is set for the HH the Amir Basketball Cup semi-finals, scheduled to take place at Al Gharafa Indoor Sports Hall tomorrow. In the opening semi-final, Al Ahli will take on last year’s runners-up Al Arabi at 6:00pm. The second semi-final will see defending champions Al Rayyan face Al Sadd at 8:00pm. Al Rayyan booked their place in the semi-finals with a series of strong performances, including a commanding 104-82 victory over Al Gharafa in the quarter-finals. Al Arabi also impressed, cruising past Qatar SC with a 104-73 win. Al Ahli and Al Sadd secured their spots in the last four after defeating Al Wakrah (85-72) and Al Shamal (107-96), respectively. Meanwhile, the Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) has announced the release of tickets for the final, set to be held on May 6. Prices start from QR15, while children under the age of five can enter free of charge. This initiative reflects the federation’s commitment to encouraging family attendance and enhancing the fan experience at one of Qatar’s premier basketball competitions. With the tournament’s growing popularity and the closely matched teams competing for the title, the final is expected to attract a large crowd and deliver an exciting conclusion to the championship. Tickets are available for purchase via the Snoonu mobile application through the following link: https://apps.snoonu.com/#/scity?event_id=1762200b-fd00-450e-aafa-db15e3049c8d Related Story Source link
The Organising Committee of the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 has announced the completion of all preparations for hosting the highly anticipated regional event, scheduled to take place from May 11 to 22. Speaking at a press conference held at Al Wajba Hall at the headquarters of the Qatar Olympic Committee, in the presence of officials from the organising committee and media representatives, Sheikh Abdullah bin Saud Al Thani, Head of the Marketing and Communications Committee, affirmed that Qatar’s hosting of the Games represents a natural extension of the journey of sports cooperation among GCC countries, reflecting the deep-rooted fraternal ties and shared values that unite the peoples of the region. He said: “This edition of the Games serves as an important platform to strengthen ties among the youth of the GCC countries and to promote noble sporting values, supporting the continued development of joint Gulf sports cooperation and reinforcing the role of sport as a bridge for communication and connection among nations.” He added that the Marketing and Communications Committee has worked on developing a comprehensive identity for the Games, inspired by the region’s culture and heritage, reflecting shared Gulf values while keeping pace with the expectations of diverse sports audiences, with the aim of delivering a distinctive organisational and marketing experience. Sheikh Abdullah bin Saud Al Thani noted that a number of official sponsors and strategic partners have been announced, forming a key pillar in supporting the event through partnerships that enhance its public engagement and elevate its marketing and organisational value. He also revealed the official mascot of the Games, “Washeq,” which has been carefully designed as an interactive element reflecting the spirit of the event and strengthening audience engagement, particularly among youth. The Head of the Marketing and Communications Committee invited the public to attend the official opening ceremony, which will take place on May 11 at Al Shaqab, noting that the ceremony will mark a distinctive launch for the Games and reflect the level of preparations achieved. He concluded by emphasizing that work will continue in the coming phase to implement the marketing campaign across all its stages, ensuring strong attendance and engagement, and delivering a successful edition that reflects the stature of GCC countries and the aspirations of their peoples. The Mascot… A Reflection of Gulf IdentityFor her part, Maryam Al Mansoori, Head of Marketing and Sponsorship at the Organising Committee, stated that the selection of the official mascot “Washeq,” inspired by the desert caracal—one of the most prominent symbols of the Arabian Peninsula’s natural environment—was intended to embody the core values upon which the Games are built, most notably fair competition, discipline, and the spirit of Gulf participation, reflecting the slogan: “One Gulf, One Heart.” She explained that “Washeq” is closely linked to Gulf identity, representing an integral part of the region’s wildlife heritage, historically found across its vast deserts, valleys, and diverse landscapes. This choice reflects the deep cultural and natural ties among GCC countries and reinforces unity and a shared vision for the future. Al Mansoori added that the mascot symbolizes agility, precision, and adaptability, drawing inspiration from the desert environment known for its resilience and flexibility. Its composed appearance and calm nature reflect the professionalism and balance that the Games seek to promote. She noted that the mascot serves as a central element in the Games’ visual identity, contributing to a unified presence across various media platforms, official activities, and on-ground activations, while also fostering a strong emotional connection with audiences across the Gulf region. Qatar Delegation Completes Preparations for Participation in the GamesMeanwhile, Najla Al Khayareen, Head of the Qatari Administrative Delegation, confirmed that the national delegation has reached the highest level of readiness to participate in this major sporting event. She noted that all administrative and organisational preparations have been completed, alongside the provision of accommodation, transport, and logistical and technical support, ensuring optimal conditions for athletes to focus on their competitions. She added that Qatar will participate in 19 sports, noting that this group of athletes has been carefully selected to represent the country in the best possible way at this event, which represents an important milestone in preparation for upcoming competitions. Al Khayareen called on Team Qatar supporters to back the athletes and stand by them, emphasizing that fan support is a key factor in achieving the desired results. She expressed her wishes for success to Qatar’s athletes in delivering strong performances and presenting a distinguished edition that reflects the Gulf spirit. Official Sponsors and Strategic Partners AnnouncedThe Organising Committee announced the list of official sponsors and strategic partners of the Games, which includes Hamad International Airport, Msheireb Properties, Al Kass Channel, Suhail Industrial Holding Group, Kotinos, Bornan, Al Rayyan Water, Dynamic Sports, Al Jazeera Perfumes and The Look Company, as part of partnerships that support the delivery of the Games and enhance its public engagement and overall marketing value. The fourth edition of the GCC Games will feature competitions across 19 sports, including handball, table tennis, athletics, squash, padel, fencing, boxing, taekwondo, karate, swimming, billiards, snooker, basketball (5×5 and 3×3), shooting, archery, volleyball, equestrian, and bowling. Competitions will be held across 11 state-of-the-art venues, including Aspire Dome, the Women’s Sports Hall, Hamad Aquatic Centre, Qatar Sports Club, Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, Qatar Billiards and Snooker Federation Hall, Al Gharafa Sports Club, Lusail Shooting Range, Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club, Qatar Bowling Federation Hall, and Al Duhail Sports Hall. The inaugural edition of the GCC Games was held in Manama from October 11 to 22, 2011, with the participation of six GCC countries and approximately 1,500 athletes competing in 11 sports. Qatar finished third with 20 medals (7 gold, 11 silver, and 2 bronze). The second edition took place in Dammam from October 12 to 26, 2015, with five participating nations following Kuwait’s withdrawal, and around 1,500 athletes competing in approximately 15 sports. Qatar again finished third, winning 59 medals (21 gold, 22 silver, and 16 bronze). The third edition was held in Kuwait in 2022 from May 16 to 31, with six GCC countries and more than 1,500 athletes competing in 16 sports. Qatar placed fifth in the medal standings with a total of 52 medals (16 gold, 21 silver, and 15 bronze). Related Story Source link
UAE Team Emirates-XRG’s Slovenian rider Tadej Pogacar wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey is escorted to the podium after winning the fourth stage of the Tour…
Delhi Capitals’ KL Rahul watches the ball after playing a shot during the IPL match against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on May 1, 2026. (AFP) KL Rahul topped the Indian Premier League run-scoring charts with a match-winning knock in Delhi Capitals’ seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals on Friday, saying individual milestones mean more when they help the team win. Rahul has been Delhi’s most consistent performer this season, registering three half-centuries and one century despite the team’s mixed results. The 34-year-old struck 75 off 40 balls, with six fours and five sixes, as Delhi snapped a three-match losing streak and completed their highest successful run chase of 226 in the IPL. Rahul had earlier hit an unbeaten 152 in a defeat against Punjab Kings, a knock that drew praise but did not bring the desired result for the team. “After playing for so many years, numbers do matter,” Rahul said at the post-match presentation. “You’re happy that you score runs and you score these big runs and break records. “But if you don’t get the win after the game, it’s not as much fun,” he said, Rahul has been in strong form this season and he credited it to work on maintaining a higher strike rate to suit the demands of modern day Twenty20 cricket. While he is enjoying a good run in the tournament, he acknowledged that Delhi had slipped up in key moments despite pushing hard in earlier games. “This competition and T20 cricket doesn’t allow you a second chance,” he said. “So it was important that we take our chances and when we’re ahead, really press hard and finish the game, which we weren’t doing.” Delhi were also boosted by the return of Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc, who took three wickets in his first match of the season after months on the sidelines with elbow and shoulder injuries. Sixth-placed Delhi next face Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday. …