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Adam Scott in excellent shape to join U.S. Open record books

No golfer has better withstood the conditions at this year's U.S. Open at Oakmont than Adam Scott. Because of that, the PGA Tour veteran has put himself in an excellent position to secure his second major and first since the 2013 Masters.

...but Sam Burns stays one stroke ahead at U.S. Open

Rory McIlroy talks Masters malaise amid rough U.S. Open

‘Oh, it’s the tax haven!’ U.S. Open low am took unique path from Cayman Islands

USGA commissioner on golf ball rollback: ‘We’re full speed ahead’

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Will Power wins pole for NTT IndyCar Series race at Gateway

For a record 71st time in his NTT IndyCar Series career, Will Power will lead the field to the green flag.

Gatreway provides opportunity for Scott McLaughlin to spoil Alex Palou's IndyCar dominance

Three takeaways from the 2026 Formula One schedule release

Michael McDowell: NASCAR has 'some of the best racing' in the world

The '2024 award winners' quiz

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 14

Caitlin Clark effect leads Fever to defining win over Liberty

The Indiana Fever might have a 5-5 record, but they looked like the best team in the WNBA on Saturday in a 102-88 win over the undefeated New York Liberty.

Clark has electric first quarter in return from injury

Napheesa Collier takes charge as Lynx rout Sparks 101-78

Paige Bueckers' historic performance had Mercury calling out WNBA

NBA, WNBA extend partnerships with 2K video game

WNBA reaches media rights deal to air games on ION

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 14

Daniel Suarez wins NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Mexico City

Saturday's NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez was a quintessential storybook sporting event.

Ty Gibbs paces NASCAR Xfinity Series practice in Mexico City

Connor Zilisch wins pole for NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Mexico City

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners since 2000' quiz

NASCAR team issues statement following death of owner Charlie Henderson

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 14

Astros remain AL's hottest team with walk-off win against Twins

The Houston Astros have lifted off.

Jose Altuve, Astros show true potential in win over Twins

Andrew McCutchen claims MLB's baseballs are different this season

How does the Toronto Blue Jays’ catching tandem rank in MLB?

The best MLB players to never make an All-Star Game

The '2024 MLB Gold Glove winners' quiz

Rory McIlroy News / Yardbarker / June 14

Rory McIlroy talks concerning post-Masters malaise

Rory McIlroy talks post-Masters malaise after subpar U.S. Open third round

Rory McIlroy's biggest win might have also been his greatest curse.

Bryson DeChambeau misses U.S. Open cut; McIlroy survives

Watch: McIlroy loses his cool, launches club after miss at U.S. Open

History not on the side of the world's top golfers after Round 1 of U.S. Open

The 22 best places to golf in the United States

The 'Non-American Masters winners' quiz

Dave Martinez News / Yardbarker / June 14

Nationals need manager change after Dave Martinez's comments

Dave Martinez has managed the Washington Nationals for eight years and helped bring the franchise its only World Series win in 2019. Now it might be time for him and the organization to part ways.

Nationals' ninth-inning rally falls short in loss to Miami

MLB players anonymously named one team they do not want to play for

Five players who deserve to make their first MLB All-Star Game

The 25 most disappointing players from the 2025 MLB season so far

The '2019 Washington Nationals World Series roster' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 14

NASCAR team issues statement following death of owner Charlie Henderson

On Saturday, Henderson Motorsports, an organization that fields the No. 75 entry in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, announced the death of team owner Charlie Henderson.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / June 14

Caitlin Clark has electric first quarter in return from injury

Clark returned from her quad injury on Saturday against the New York Liberty, and let's just say she did not look the slightest bit rusty.

Caitlin Clark has interesting quote about Tyrese Haliburton

Wings' Paige Buckers sets new career-high in Caitlin Clark-esque performance

The 'Most points in a WNBA season' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 14

Reporter names Kevin Durant's two most likely landing spots

The Suns are expected to trade Kevin Durant, and the list of suitors for the two-time NBA Finals MVP appears to be narrowing.

Power ranking potential Kevin Durant trade packages

Bill Simmons shares distressing rumor about Suns

Ranking potential Kevin Durant landing spots based on legacy impact

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The 'Team USA Men's Basketball gold medalists' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 14

Shane van Gisbergen wins pole for Viva Mexico 250 at Mexico City

In a crucial race that could turn around his season, Shane van Gisbergen will lead the NASCAR Cup Series field to the green flag in Sunday's Viva Mexico 250 at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

Shane van Gisbergen says he 'should be up front' in crucial Mexico City race

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 14

Despite benching, we might not have seen the last of Oilers goalkeeper

In a postseason run that has been anything but ordinary, chances are the saga isn't over yet.

Stanley Cup Final takeaways: Oilers may have shifted series with stunning comeback

25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup

The 'Last Stanley Cup Playoff shutout for each NHL franchise' quiz

Florida Gators News / Yardbarker / June 14

Massive recruiting win gives Billy Napier extra leverage

Massive recruiting win gives Florida HC Billy Napier extra leverage entering 2025 season

Despite limited on-field success in three seasons as Gators head coach, Napier's strong recruiting class should give him extra job security.

Virginia Tech suffers huge recruiting loss to fledgling 2026 class

Florida State lands recruiting win in four-star WR Brandon Bennett

How SEC played a role in Texas A&M landing four-star safety recruit

Battle for highly sought-after OT recruit could come down to two SEC programs

The 25 greatest college football teams of the 2010s

WNBA News / Yardbarker / June 14

Napheesa Collier builds MVP resume with incredible first half vs. Sparks

The 2025 WNBA MVP Award is increasingly looking like Napheesa Collier's to lose.

Aces star A’ja Wilson placed in concussion protocol

Fever star Caitlin Clark (quad) to return after missing five games

Caitlin Clark has interesting quote about Tyrese Haliburton

The 'Most points in a WNBA season' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 14

Connor Zilisch wins pole for NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Mexico City

For the the fourth time in 2025, Zilisch will lead the NASCAR Xfinity Series field to the green flag.

Ty Gibbs paces NASCAR Xfinity Series practice in Mexico City

Michael McDowell: NASCAR has 'some of the best racing' in the world

Michael McDowell fastest in first NASCAR Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / June 14

Reporter offers notable update on Colts' QB competition

The Indianapolis Colts are planning to hold a competition for their starting quarterback job between Anthony Richardson Sr. and Daniel Jones, but it sounds like the latter has already gotten a bit of a head start.

Colts' Daniel Jones keeping same mentality in QB competition with Anthony Richardson sidelined

Colts' Daniel Jones thriving as Anthony Richardson deals with latest injury

Colts HC shares somewhat optimistic injury update on QB Anthony Richardson

The potential breakout player from all 32 NFL teams

The 'Last quarterback to win a playoff game by NFL team' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 14

Ty Gibbs paces NASCAR Xfinity Series practice in Mexico City

Ty Gibbs was the fastest man in Mexico City on Saturday morning.

Michael McDowell: NASCAR has 'some of the best racing' in the world

Michael McDowell fastest in first NASCAR Cup Series practice session in Mexico City

NASCAR Viva Mexico 250 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / June 14

Travis Kelce made significant change during offseason

Travis Kelce reportedly made significant change during offseason

Travis Kelce had a bit of a down season, but he's hoping a significant change he made will help boost his performance.

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce attend Game 4 of 2025 Stanley Cup Final

The NFL's best position groups for 2025 season

The 'All-time NFL playoff receiving leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 14

Why Vikings passed on Darnold, Rodgers for McCarthy

Why Vikings passed on Sam Darnold, Aaron Rodgers for J.J. McCarthy

It has been an interesting offseason for the Vikings, especially at the quarterback position.

Steelers coach sends warning to receivers about being on 'same page' as Aaron Rodgers

Steelers' Will Howard details how he's already being mentored by Aaron Rodgers

Why Steelers QB coach is reportedly 'buying' Aaron Rodgers hype

The greatest free-agent QB signings in NFL history

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / June 14

This Camilo Doval stat is going under the radar with Giants' success

One of the reasons for San Francisco's success so far this season has been the reemergence of Doval.

Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw takes on old foe Giants with NL West lead on line

Casey Schmitt's first grand slam lifts Giants past Dodgers

Justin Verlander takes a big step toward his Giants return

Who threw the most recent no-hitter for every MLB team?

The 'MLB pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 14

Thunder's Alex Caruso has been X factor of NBA Finals

The Thunder's sixth man has had his hands all over this series and is the main reason why the Thunder are looking at an even series and not down 3-1.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivers great quote after taking over Game 4

Five takeaways from Game 4 of the NBA Finals: MVP moment for the MVP

The 25 most unlikely NBA Finals heroes

The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 14

Kyle Schwarber shines as Phillies return to form with latest win

Still without Bryce Harper as he recovers from a wrist injury, the Philadelphia Phillies blanked the Toronto Blue Jays 8-0 on Friday night.

Phillies suffer another major injury blow

A realistic dream scenario for every National League team

The best MLB players to never make an All-Star Game

The 'Active home run leaders in Major League Baseball' quiz

Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Rumors / June 13

Vikings make major decision on offensive coordinator

The Vikings have been busy this offseason in terms of maintaining continuity in the front office and on the sidelines. Another piece of business on that front has been taken care of.

Saints to sign former Super Bowl champion

Room for improvement: One unit on each NFC team that needs work

Room for improvement: One unit on each AFC team that needs work

The 25 worst NFL teams from the modern era

The 'AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award winners' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 13

Jose Altuve, Astros show true potential in win over Twins

Is it possible that one of the most successful MLB franchises throughout the last decade is flying under the radar? Well, don't look now, but the Houston Astros are making a case as a legitimate contender for the American League pennant once again.

Astros dealing with familiar problem at first base

Which prospect did Red Sox trade to Twins for hard-throwing reliever Jorge Alcalá?

A realistic dream scenario for every American League team

25 minor league teams with names as ridiculous as they are real

The 'Every MLB team's 2017 leader in WAR' quiz