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Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
PGA Tour Star's Caddie Refused UK Access due to Cocaine Conviction
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. Harris English flew to Scotland this week for a two-week stint in the United Kingdom. He is in the Genesis Scottish Open field and will tee it up at Royal Portrush for the Open Championship next week. Unfortunately, English will need a new caddie at least for this week as his longtime looper, Eric Larson, is home in Florida. A 30 year old conviction caused him to be denied entry into Scotland, per a report by Associated Press reporter Doug Ferguson. Larson pleaded guilty to sending cocaine to friends and served 10 years and three months in prison until he was released in June 2006. DUBLIN, OHIO - MAY 31: Harris English of the United States prepares to play a shot on the first hole during the third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village... DUBLIN, OHIO - MAY 31: Harris English of the United States prepares to play a shot on the first hole during the third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on May 31, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio. More Photo byEarlier this year, a new regulation for Americans went into effect when they travel to the United Kingdom, requiring an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) visa. Individuals who have been convicted in the U.K. or overseas and have served 12 months or more in prison are among the grounds for rejection. So with his conviction and prison stay, Larson was denied access. He did not find out about the ETA until the week of the U.S. Open. He filled it out, but was ultimately rejected. Two weeks ago, Larson used Miami-based VSF Global to obtain a standard six-month visa quickly, but has not received an update. Harris English's caddie fights to get UK access for Open Championship It seems that there are many parties fighting to gain access for the veteran caddie in the U.K. English spoke with the U.K. ambassador, Warren Stephens, about the situation to see if there was a way to get Larson overseas. "They wrote a letter. The R&A wrote a letter. The PGA Tour wrote a letter. A charity event Eric works for in the States (Operation New Hope) wrote a letter. It's not for a lack of effort," English said ahead of the Scottish Open. "I think it could be sitting on someone's desk at the government somewhere." Now, English will look to his 'plan B' caddie, Joe Etter. He works for Davis Thompson and has the time off since his player is not in the field for the Scottish Open. Thompson is in the Open Championship, so the 35-year-old will have to find someone else if Larson's situation does not get handled. It appears the five-time PGA Tour winner is holding out hope, though. English is having a fantastic season on the PGA Tour and is vying for a spot on another Ryder Cup team. He is currently in 10th place for the United States standings and has a strong chance at qualifying for the team. The former Georgia Bulldog is also No. 19 in the Official World Golf Rankings. He won the Farmers Insurance Open to hit that five-win mark earlier this season. English also has runner-up finishes at the PGA Championship and The Memorial. He also recently recorded a T4 at the Travelers Championship. More Golf: Tiger Woods' Legendary Ex-Caddie Names Most Important Win of Career
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
Newsweek
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
JJ Spaun to be 'Heartbeat' of Team USA at Ryder Cup, per Keegan Bradley
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. There are still 100 days until the Ryder Cup, but conversations about both teams are becoming more and more frequent. It's no surprise that captains are being asked about it at every opportunity, as happened with Keegan Bradley ahead of the Travelers Championship. For now, only Scottie Scheffler is a lock to make the American Ryder Cup team. However, Bradley has already practically confirmed another name on the roster: JJ Spaun. Keegan Bradley of the United States walks off the fifth tee during the final round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 01, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio.... Keegan Bradley of the United States walks off the fifth tee during the final round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 01, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio. MoreAlthough the captain didn't say it was a done deal, his words leave little room for doubt: "I think he [Spaun] is a guy that people at Bethpage will really resonate with and a guy that on our team is the heartbeat," Bradley said. "He's now the U.S. Open champion. That's a heavy burden to bear, but that's also a great thing to have on your team." "I'm really proud to have him on this team because it's really difficult to make your first team. To go out there the way he did this year and play in these big events this well is a testament to what a player he is." Spaun's US Open victory propelled him to third in the rankings to make the American Ryder Cup team. Given the remaining schedule, Spaun has a very high chance of finishing in the top six and directly qualifying for the team. However, based on Bradley's comments, if Spaun doesn't finish in the top six, it's safe to say that his selection as a free pick is a sure thing. Keegan Bradley: "I think going to a course like Bethpage Black, the people are really going to be behind a guy like J.J. Spaun." — Underdog Golf (@UnderdogGolf) June 18, 2025 Bradley offered several reasons for his current opinion of JJ Spaun: "He's played so great this year. I think going to a course like Bethpage Black, the people are really going to be behind a guy like J.J. Spaun." "His story is incredible. He's a hard working guy that's just building and building and building his whole career." "To win the U.S. Open at Oakmont, in my eyes, is the pinnacle of major golf. It's as tough as you can get." Spaun began the 2025 season ranked 115th in the Official World Golf Ranking, but has seen a meteoric rise, thanks primarily to his second-place finish at The Players Championship (losing in a playoff to Rory McIlroy) and his victory at the US Open. These results are complemented by three other top-10 finishes, including another second place (Cognizant Classic). Such performances have catapulted him to No. 8 in the world. More Golf: Paige Spiranac's 'Niche' Gets Nod of Approval from Annika Sorenstam
Toronto Sun
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Which Canadian has the best chance to win the U.S. Open?
Corey Conners of Canada plays a shot from the fifth tee during the final round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 01, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio. Photo by Michael Reaves / Getty Images WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of On Tour with Jon McCarthy, Postmedia's Rob Wong chats with Toronto SUN National Golf Writer Jon McCarthy about the US Open at Oakmont. They discuss the challenges that the course presents, Rory McIlroy's motivation at this point in his career and which Canadians could potentially win the tournament. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Celebrity NHL Editorial Cartoons Toronto Maple Leafs Music
Yahoo
07-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Rally Italia Sardegna Saturday Morning highlights
Highlights | Round 3 | the Memorial In the third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2025, Scottie Scheffler carded a 4-under 68 to become the 54-hole leader at 8-under for the tournament. He looks to repeat at Jack's place on Sunday. 12:09 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
