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Daily Mail
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rory McIlroy reveals real reason behind dramatic haircut in interview with Amanda Balionis
Rory McIlroy 's new trim may have not resulted in the look the golfer wanted, but the change seems to have sparked a positive swing in momentum at the time he needs it the most. The Irishman has seemed sluggish after his win at The Masters back in April, with poor results at the PGA Championship and the US Open. But with a short swing in Europe, McIlroy decided to shake things up with a fresh haircut he debuted at the Scottish Open. McIlroy chatted with CBS reporter Amanda Balionis after his third-round 66 on Saturday and chatted about his new hairdo. I'm getting a little gray, as everyone probably knows, and I stupidly thought that by going shorter, it would take the grays out,' McIlroy admitted. 'And if anything, I think it makes me look more gray. But it'll grow back. That's the good thing. It'll be perfect length for the Ryder Cup in September. Rory McIlroy shares the story behind his new haircut with @Amanda_Balionis 😂 — Golf on CBS ⛳ (@GolfonCBS) July 12, 2025 Rory McIlroy's new haircut may have been the change he needed - even if it didn't have the affect that he may have hoped when he went with a shorter style than he had weeks ago Balionis then quipped, 'It could be the good luck haircut, depending on what happens here tomorrow. Who knows?' There's something to that. Excluding match play, McIlroy has only carded five rounds of 66 or better since The Masters. Two of those were at the Travelers Championship and two of those have been in Scotland. While McIlroy finished T-6 in Connecticut, he's atop the leaderboard with American Chris Gotterup at 11-under going into Sunday's Final Round. If he manages to pull off the win, it'll be the first time McIlroy has won three tournaments in a single PGA Tour season since 2021-22 - when he won The CJ Cup, the RBC Canadian Open, and the Tour Championship. McIlroy has won three PGA Tour events in three other seasons - including the 2012 season when he won a career-best four tournaments.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Amanda Balionis Turns Heads With Wimbledon Outfit
Amanda Balionis Turns Heads With Wimbledon Outfit originally appeared on The Spun. Golf and football reporter Amanda Balionis is taking in some tennis this week. The CBS Sports reporter is known for her coverage of The Masters and college and NFL football, but she's taking in the biggest tennis tournament of the year, Wimbledon, on Thursday. Balionis, who has spent much of her summer in New York City, is taking in London's best this week. Advertisement Balinois took to Instagram on Thursday to share some of her favorite photos from her trip at Wimbledon. "What an incredible experience sitting centre court with my mom watching world number 1 Aryna Sabalenka battle it out against the girl from Jersey Amanda Anisimova 🎾 There is nothing like @wimbledon and I'm so grateful to experience moments like these because of badass women I have the privilege of working with like @katadams68 💚💚 So long London! Next up it's off to Scotland to cover the @genesis_scottish_open 🏴," she wrote. SCOTTSDALE, AZ - FEBRUARY 08: CBS Sports Golf Analyst Amanda Balionis sits on the set near the fairway on 16 during the third round of the Waste Management Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale (Stadium Course) on February 8, 2025, in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Ken Murray/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Balionis got to watch world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka take on No. 13 seed Amanda Anisimova in the semifinals of Wimbledon on Thursday afternoon. Advertisement Anisimova pulled off a big upset, advancing to the women's final, where she will be taking on Iga Swiatek. The championship match is scheduled to take place on Saturday. Fans are loving Amanda Balionis' outfit on Thursday. "Perfect outfit you look gorg !! 😍❤️," one fan wrote. "Hope you had a great day ! It's certainly been a scorcher today at the tennis . 🥵," one fan added. "You're ready for a fun summer day !!" one fan added. Amanda Balionis is now jetting off to Scotland, where she will be covering the Genesis Scottish Open. The Open Championship is set to take place next week, too. Advertisement It's been a busy sports summer for the popular CBS Sports golf reporter, that is for sure. Amanda Balionis Turns Heads With Wimbledon Outfit first appeared on The Spun on Jul 11, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Michelle Wie West Alludes to Golfer's Mental Health with a Statement
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In golf, numbers often define everything. Starting from rankings, earnings, cuts, wins, distance and whatnot! But for many pros, those numbers can quietly erode joy. Just ask Lexi Thompson, an 11-time LPGA winner who announced her partial retirement last year, citing mental health struggles. And after doing so, Thompson has looked visibly lighter, happier and healthier, even as she played partially. Even PGA Tour pros have expressed similar sentiments, including Viktor Hovland and Max Homa. That same emotional clarity echoed this week from Michelle Wie West, who retired from full-time LPGA competition in 2022. DUBLIN, OHIO - MAY 28: LPGA player Michelle Wie West plays her shot from the 14th tee during the Golden Bear Pro-Am prior to the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf... DUBLIN, OHIO - MAY 28: LPGA player Michelle Wie West plays her shot from the 14th tee during the Golden Bear Pro-Am prior to the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on May 28, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio. (Photo by) More In a bold and deeply personal Instagram Reel posted on Saturday, Wie West joined a trending audio clip that says, "Hey, you look happier." And her response, "Thanks, my entire self-worth isn't attached to my golf scores anymore," combined with a montage of joyful moments, just triggered the mental struggle golfers go through in each tournament. In the caption of her Reel, she wrote: "I don't care about bogeys anymore. I care that my kids are happy, healthy, and kind. That's the new leaderboard. 🥹🫶" The post resonated widely with professionals. Even Jessica Korda, Nelly Korda's elder sister, commented, "This ^^^^," while CBS' Amanda Balionis added, "Why is this making me smile so big?" Wie West, now 35, has long been candid about the toll professional golf took on her. "When you're a pro... that's your identity," she said in a 2022 interview. "That's what you live, eat, and breathe 24/7." But her recent appearance at the Travelers Championship Pro-Am alongside Amanda Balionis and Kira K. Dixon showed a different side, one that still loves the game, but no longer lets it define her. DUBLIN, OHIO - MAY 28: (L-R) CBS Sports reporter Amanda Balionis, former LPGA player Michelle Wie West and Golf Channel reporter Kira Dixon laugh on the 14th hole during the Golden Bear Pro-Am prior to... DUBLIN, OHIO - MAY 28: (L-R) CBS Sports reporter Amanda Balionis, former LPGA player Michelle Wie West and Golf Channel reporter Kira Dixon laugh on the 14th hole during the Golden Bear Pro-Am prior to the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on May 28, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio. (Photo by) More Getty Images Her Saturday message isn't isolated. Many LPGA players have spoken about the emotional weight of the sport. Thompson, during her U.S. Women's Open press conference, admitted, "It can be exhausting to maintain a smile on the outside while grappling with struggles on the inside". She added, "Unfortunately in golf, you lose more than you win... it's hard. I will say, yes, I've struggled with it." And it's not just the women's game. Rory McIlroy, one of the most scrutinized players in the world, has repeatedly skipped post-round interviews to avoid saying something he might regret. After a rough Saturday at the 2025 U.S. Open, he finally addressed the media, saying, "It's more a frustration with you guys", referring to the press. In a sport where silence often masks struggle, Michelle Wie West's post wasn't just a trend, but a reminder that golfers are first humans. And it's ok to take a break from the pressure of leaderboard counts. More Golf: Tiger Woods Rumors: The PGA Tour Legend Wedding on Horizon with Vanessa Trump
National Post
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
McCARTHY: Did RBC Canadian Open's new venue make the grade?
CALEDON, Ont. — A fan with fake abs shaved into his hairy beer belly is flexing for mobile phones as the masses prepare for another well-lubricated rendition of our national anthem. Article content The rowdiest of the Saturday afternoon crowd at TPC Toronto hang and bang on the makeshift hockey boards. The well-heeled are also in the vicinity, but kept safely above the fray in cozy corporate suites. CBS stars Amanda Balionis and Colt Knost are minutes from charging onto the tee in duelling Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers hockey sweaters. Article content Social media teams buzz about, trying to decide which part of the intentional chaos to point their cameras. In the middle of it all, Mackenzie Hughes and caddie Julien Trudeau stand on the tee box having a conversation about the wind. Article content Welcome to the RBC Canadian Open. More specifically, welcome to the Rink Hole. Article content Saw lots of new things at the rink hole this week @RBCCanadianOpen and that includes fake abs shaved into belly hair. — Jon McCarthy (@jonmccarthySUN) June 9, 2025 Article content 'It's a lot of fun. I'm very proud to be Canadian. It's a great country. I'm very proud to be from here. I can feel that pride out there for us and just for people being Canadian,' Hughes said after firing his way into contention during Saturday's third round. 'Yeah, really enjoying it. Like I said, the support's been phenomenal.' Article content The rink hole, now in its seventh iteration, has become a microcosm of the RBC Canadian Open, and of modern professional sports as a whole. Article content In a media and entertainment world fighting for the next viral moment, big events are spending plenty of time, money, and brain power on figuring out how to put all the ingredients together to create perfect bite-sized content that will find its way into your algorithm. Article content 'We're not just a golf tournament, we're a sports and entertainment property,' tournament director Ryan Paul said. 'I know we continue to try to build on the Canadiana of this event and where we can add to that.' Article content In a sea of sameness on the PGA Tour schedule, the RBC Canadian Open is showcasing its differences. Article content We might secretly cringe at listening to the 10th off-key version of O Canada belted out at the Rink Hole or at seeing Mounties used as models for a world audience, but the shame of selling out was strictly a 90s thing. When getting noticed is the end game, it's simply called leaning into your strengths. Article content Looking around TPC Toronto this week, all you see is lots of people having fun, some watching golf, some not. And if you ask around the PGA Tour, the tournament has developed a reputation, both for its vibe, and for punching above its weight as a tournament and a product. Article content 'It's become a very, very good tournament,' two-time champion Rory McIlroy said before missing the cut for the first time in five appearances. 'I think because of that, and you see guys playing each and every year, I think the field then starts to become stronger because you see your peers do something, and we're all like sort of sheep out here. Once one person does something, we all sort of try to do the same thing.'
Daily Mail
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Scottie Scheffler accuses Amanda Balionis of making him 'emotional' during interview
World No 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler has accused broadcaster Amanda Balionis of making him 'emotional' during an interview when he was asked about the support of his wife while he is on the links. Balionis got a word with Scheffler seconds after he secured the victory at The Memorial, not far from the green on hole 18. The golf host asked Scheffler about his wife Meredith's support, while he held his 1-year-old son Bennett in his arms. 'You're really trying to make me emotional now,' Scheffler said to Balionis. 'I mean, my wife is my biggest supporter. She's my best friend, and this is our life out here on the road.' It's been a lot of fun and I've had some special memories at this tournament. Yeah, definitely couldn't do it without her.' The Memorial is hosted by arguably the best golfer of all-time, Jack Nicklaus, with Balionis asking the question in reference to the wife of 'The Golden Bear', Barbara Nicklaus. An emotional Scottie Scheffler speaks with Amanda Balionis following his @MemorialGolf win 😊 — Golf on CBS ⛳ (@GolfonCBS) June 1, 2025 'Watching you and Meredith and Bennett, it makes me think, we've been talking about Barbara Nicklaus all week this week and how she made so much of Jack's career possible with her support,' Balionis said. 'Talk about what this balance looks like and the support Meredith provides that allows you to be the best father and husband you can be while also being the No 1player in the world.' The interview was seconds after Scheffler got to hug Meredith and Bennett after the win became official. On camera, Meredith admitted to her golfing husband that their son pooped on his back and she stuck around to congratulate her partner before finding a new diaper. Scheffler is less than a month removed from his PGA Championship win at Quail Hollow, his third major victory. He was in the news for his time in North Carolina on Wednesday, as Rory McIlroy spoke out on the leak of testing drivers that involved both men. 'Two members of the media were the ones that leaked it. Again, I didn't want to get up there and say something that I regretted, either, because there's a lot of people that I'm trying to protect,' McIlroy said before the start of the Canadian Open. 'Scottie - I don't want to mention his name. I'm also trying to protect TaylorMade. I'm trying to protect the USGA, PGA of America, myself. I just didn't want to get up there and say something that I regretted at the time.'
