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UPCOMING

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GLF--ON THE FRINGE-RAHM

DESCRIPTION: Scottie Scheffler is approaching three straight years at No. 1 in the world, a position he reclaimed from Jon Rahm at the PGA Championship at Oak Hill. They were running neck-and-neck at the time. And then Rahm left for LIV, a decision he says he still doesn’t regret. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson. 900 words, photos. With Golf Glance.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 2:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text

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BKN--NBA PLAYOFF COVERAGE

FORMATS: Photo, Text

1. WITH: BKN--SPURS-WEMBANYAMA

2. DESCRIPTION: Victor Wembanyama will play Game 5 for the San Antonio Spurs, one game after he was ejected for elbowing Minnesota’s Naz Reid. By Raul Dominguez. Text, photos.

3. UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 2:00 p.m. EDT

4. WITH: BKN--TIMBERWOLVES-SPURS

5. DESCRIPTION: Minnesota and San Antonio are tied 2-2 heading into Game 5 of their Western Conference semifinal series. By Raul Dominguez. Game starts at 8 p.m. Eastern.

6. UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

7. WITH: BKN--TIPOFF

8. DESCRIPTION: The daily look at the NBA playoffs, with stats, notes and more. By Basketball Writer Tim Reynolds. Text, photos.

9. SENT: By 05/12/2026 8:30 p.m. EDT

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RAC--TRIPLE CROWN-PREAKNESS SHIFT

DESCRIPTION: Yet another Kentucky Derby winner skipping the Preakness Stakes comes as Maryland officials are considering moving the second leg of the Triple Crown back a week in the name of getting more horses to run. That may not be enough, trainers say, in a modern era when elite thoroughbreds typically go four weeks or more between races. By Stephen Whyno. Text, photos.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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GLF--PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

DESCRIPTION: Tiger Woods and Brooks Koepka are the only players to win back-to-back in the PGA Championship in stroke play. Scottie Scheffler would love nothing better than to join that list. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson. 750 words, photos. With PGA-Notebook.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text

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SOC--ENGLISH ROUNDUP

DESCRIPTION: The second leg of the Championship playoff between Southampton and Middlesbrough, which stands at 0-0 after the first match. 200 words, photos. Match starts at 3 p.m. Eastern.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text.

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BBO--DIAMONDBACKS-ROTATION REBOUND

DESCRIPTION: Arizona’s starters went through a rough stretch, prompting a meeting with manager Torey Lovullo. The Diamondbacks received the message and have pitched well ever since. By John Marshall. 600 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 7:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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BBO--TIGERS-METS

DESCRIPTION: Looking for a spark on offense, the struggling New York Mets plan to bring up 21-year-old outfield prospect A.J. Ewing from the minors before their series opener against the Detroit Tigers at Citi Field. By Baseball Writer Mike Fitzpatrick. 300 words, photos. Game starts at 7:10 p.m. Eastern.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 10:10 p.m. EDT, Text

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HKN--NHL PLAYOFFS COVERAGE

FORMATS: Photo, Text

10. WITH: HKN--SABRES-CANADIENS

11. DESCRIPTION: The Buffalo Sabres try to even their second-round series against Montreal in Game 4. Text, photos. Game starts at 7 p.m. Eastern.

12. UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 10:00 p.m. EDT

13. WITH: HKN--DUCKS-GOLDEN KNIGHTS

14. DESCRIPTION: The Anaheim Ducks visit the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 of their second-round series tied at two games apiece. By Mark Anderson. Game starts at 9:30 p.m. Eastern.

15. UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 11:55 p.m. EDT

16. WITH: HKN--FACEOFF

17. DESCRIPTION: DENVER -- The Colorado Avalanche have a chance in Game 5 on Wednesday against Minnesota to wrap up a series in Denver for the first time since 2008. By doing so, they would punch their ticket to the Western Conference finals. By Pat Graham. 500 words, photos.

18. UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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SOC--USL-EL PASO-FERNANDEZ

From Dani Rojas to the USL: Cristo Fernandez earns an El Paso Locomotive deal

SUMMARY: Forward Cristo Fernandez, the actor known who portrayed Dani Rojas on the Apple TV series “Ted Lasso,” has signed with El Paso Locomotive FC of the USL to play soccer professionally. The deal still must be approved by the second-tier league and soccer federation. Terms were not disclosed Tuesday. Fernandez earned the deal after a two-month trial with the team, appearing in a preseason match against New Mexico United. He played soccer at the youth level before an injury at the age of 15 led him to acting. Fernandez says he never stopped dreaming of competing professionally.

WORDS: 178 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 1:42 p.m. EDT

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SOC--BARCELONA-YAMAL-PALESTINIAN FLAG

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal waves Palestinian flag during title parade

SUMMARY: Barcelona star Lamine Yamal waved a Palestinian flag during an open top bus parade as the team celebrated winning the Spanish title. The 18-year-old winger, who is widely regarded as one of the best soccer players in the world, held the flag as the team bus drove through the streets of Barcelona on Monday. He also posted pictures of him holding it on his Instagram account. His coach Hansi Flick was questioned Tuesday about Yamal’s decision to wave the flag and said “this I don’t normally like” but added the player was old enough to make his own decisions.

WORDS: 322 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 1:10 p.m. EDT

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US--TIGER WOODS CRASH

Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records will be handed over to prosecutors in Florida DUI case

SUMMARY: A judge has ruled that Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records will be handed over to prosecutors following his March arrest in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence. A judge approved an agreement between Woods’ defense attorney and prosecutors following a four-minute hearing in Martin County circuit court. Prosecutors had issued a subpoena seeking copies of all prescription medication records for the legendary golfer from the start of the year through the end of March. Woods’ attorney acknowledged during the hearing that the right to privacy is not absolute and that prosecutors could make a compelling argument for why they were needed. Prosecutors agreed to the defense attorney’s request for a protective order limiting who can access the records.

WORDS: 289 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 1:07 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-HOTEL DEMAND

US hotel operators say promised boon from hosting World Cup hasn’t materialized yet

SUMMARY: U.S. hotels say the promised economic boon from the World Cup hasn’t materialized yet for them. The American Hotel & Lodging Association recently released a report that found room bookings are lighter than expected in most of the 11 U.S. host cities with roughly a month to go before the start of the most watched sports tournament in the world. The group’s survey found that in Boston, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Seattle, nearly 80% of hotels responding reported the pace of bookings was tracking behind a typical summer. Experts say the weaker-than-expected demand shouldn’t have come as a surprise to hotel operators.

WORDS: 895 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 1:05 p.m. EDT

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FBC--MISSISSIPPI-CHAMBLISS

After a court win and first spring practice as Ole Miss’ No. 1 QB, Chambliss is ready to recharge

SUMMARY: Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss says he’s looking forward to getting away after winning a long legal challenge and going through his first spring practice as the Rebels’ projected starting quarterback. Chambliss plans to return to his childhood hometown of Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he’s expected to make appearances and speeches at school functions. The dual-threat Chambliss is expected to be a Heisman candidate after emerging from relative obscurity in 2025 to produce more than 3,900 yards and 30 touchdowns while leading Ole Miss to a College Football Playoff semifinal.

WORDS: 681 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 1:03 p.m. EDT

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TEN--ITALIAN OPEN-SINNER’S STREAK

Sinner matches Djokovic’s record with 31st straight Masters victory before home fans at Italian Open

SUMMARY: Top-ranked Jannik Sinner beat qualifier Andrea Pellegrino 6-2, 6-3 to reach the Italian Open quarterfinals and match Novak Djokovic’s record with a 31st consecutive Masters Series victory. Sinner hasn’t been beaten in a Masters Series event since he retired with cramps in extreme heat against Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai in October. Djokovic won 31 straight Masters matches in 2011. Rafael Jodar swept aside Learner Tien 6-1, 6-4 to become only the second teenager after Rafael Nadal to reach the Madrid and Rome quarterfinals in the same season.

WORDS: 594 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 12:02 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-US-REYNA

Gio Reyna pleased with landmark goal in Germany ahead of US World Cup team selection

SUMMARY: Gio Reyna says he’s happy to score a goal which ended a year-long scoreless run as he tries to make his case for a spot on the United States’ roster for the World Cup. Reyna scored on a first-time shot off a pass from Rocco Reitz in his team Borussia Moenchengladbach’s 3-1 loss to Augsburg in the Bundesliga on Saturday. It was the American attacking midfielder’s first club goal since January 2025, when he was still at Borussia Dortmund. Reyna, whose father Claudio captained the U.S. at the 2002 and 2006 World Cups, says it would be “an honor” to be selected for coach Mauricio Pochettino’s U.S. squad on May 26.

WORDS: 403 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 11:56 a.m. EDT

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CAR--INDYCAR-RULE CHANGE

Delayed full-course caution in Indianapolis GP prompts IndyCar officials to make rule change

SUMMARY: IndyCar officials will no longer consider the running order of cars or the pit windows to determine when to throw a full-course caution. The move comes three days after an angry Alexander Rossi criticized the series for delaying the implementation of a full-course yellow when his car stalled on the front straightaway next to the concrete wall and out of the standard racing line during Saturday’s Indianapolis Grand Prix. He eventually climbed out of his car and over the wall before walking to his pit stall. Race officials initially responded by throwing a local yellow. They threw a full-course yellow on the next lap.

WORDS: 366 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 11:46 a.m. EDT

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BKN--THUNDER ADVANCE

The Oklahoma City Thunder say they aren’t perfect. The champs’ 8-0 playoff record is spotless anyway

SUMMARY: The Oklahoma City Thunder insist they haven’t been perfect during their NBA title defense. Their record at the halfway point disagrees. The Thunder completed their second straight series sweep of the spring when they held off the resilient Lakers 115-110 in Game 4 of the second round. Oklahoma City went 8-0 against LeBron James and the Lakers this season, and the defending champs are also 8-0 in these playoffs after back-to-back routs of Phoenix and Los Angeles. The Thunder are unquestionably the class of the NBA as they seek the NBA’s first back-to-back championships since Golden State did it 2017 and 2018.

WORDS: 804 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 11:12 a.m. EDT

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FBN--NFL SCHEDULE

2026 NFL schedule: Broncos and Chiefs play in 1st Monday night game of the season

SUMMARY: The Denver Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs will play Sept. 14 in the first game of ESPN’s “Monday Night Football” schedule. Where that game will be played was not part of Tuesday morning’s announcement. The location has not been determined yet with the NFL still finalizing things ahead of Thursday night’s 2026 season schedule release. Another unknown is whether two-time NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes will be available for that season opener after tearing the ACL and LCL in his left knee Dec. 14. Denver quarterback Bo Nix is expected to be ready for training camp after breaking a bone in his right ankle during the AFC playoffs.

WORDS: 273 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 8:20 a.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-LOS ANGELES-THINGS TO KNOW

Los Angeles to host World Cup games for 3rd time: 5 things to know about the City of Angels

SUMMARY: Los Angeles is set to host eight World Cup matches, including the U.S. opener against Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium. The city is famous for its sun, surf, celebrity sightings and diverse food scene. There’s everything to eat from Latin, Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine to burgers and fries, donuts and French-dip sandwiches. Visitors also will notice the ongoing homeless crisis and high gas prices. The FIFA Fan Festival runs from June 11-14, with 10 other fan zones open through July 19.

WORDS: 647 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 8:00 a.m. EDT

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BKN--LAKERS-JAMES’ FUTURE-OPTIONS

What might LeBron James do next? He has plenty of options for next season and beyond

SUMMARY: LeBron James has options. He could stay with the Los Angeles Lakers. He could decide to join another team. He could even retire and end the longest career in NBA history. He knows all this. He just doesn’t know the answer. His 23rd season ended Monday night when the Lakers were eliminated by the Oklahoma City Thunder. At 41, James likely doesn’t have many years left to play — if any. And now he’ll start the process of figuring out what he wants to do, what his family wants him to do and what’s best for all parties involved.

WORDS: 1206 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT

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GLF--PGA CHAMPIONSHIP-THE FITZPATRICKS

Alex Fitzpatrick and brother Matt enjoy simultaneous success on PGA Tour

SUMMARY: Alex Fitzpatrick is enjoying the spotlight in the golf world, especially after winning the Zurich Classic team event with his brother Matt. The Fitzpatrick brothers, from Sheffield, England, are both strong contenders for the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club. Matt has three PGA Tour wins this season, while Alex recently led at Quail Hollow before a late setback. Despite being the younger brother, Alex’s recent success has shifted their dynamic. Matt, a U.S. Open champion, now finds himself talking about Alex’s achievements. Both brothers are excited about their prospects in the upcoming tournament.

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BKN--LAKERS-LEBRON

LeBron James hasn’t decided whether to return for a 24th NBA season after Lakers’ playoff run ends

SUMMARY: LeBron James says he has no idea whether his 24-point performance in the Los Angeles Lakers’ second-round playoff loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder was the final game of his NBA career. The top scorer in league history stuck to the plan he has taken into the past several summers when he declined to announce his future immediately after the Lakers’ final postseason defeat. He hasn’t ruled out retirement or a return to the Lakers, and he didn’t speculate about moving to another team as he contemplates the possibility of an unprecedented 24th NBA season.

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BBO--DODGERS-BETTS RETURNS

Mookie Betts returns to the Dodgers’ lineup after an oblique injury

SUMMARY: Mookie Betts has returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup after a five-week absence due to an oblique injury. Betts hit second in the series opener against the San Francisco Giants. Manager Dave Roberts says Betts will start at shortstop on Monday and Tuesday, then rest on Wednesday. The Dodgers have struggled recently, losing eight of their last 12 games. Before his injury, Betts was batting .179 with two home runs after opening spring training on an offensive tear.

WORDS: 475 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 2:07 a.m. EDT

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AP Sports Extra: PGA Championship A paginated preview of the PGA Championship, which starts Thursday, is available in AP Newsroom by searching for “Sports Extra” or “SE” under the Graphics tab. The pages takes a quick look at what’s at stake in the only golf major restricted to only professionals. Please contact Barry Bedlan at bbedlan@ap.org with any questions.

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SOC--WCUP-RONALDO’S NEW REALITY

Cristiano Ronaldo’s sixth and likely final World Cup will be the first for the all-time great since he left Europe to play in Saudi Arabia. The surprise move in late 2022 shocked many in the soccer world and prompted widespread doubts about whether his form would be affected by facing lower-level competition. But Ronaldo, who turned 41 in February, has repelled any notion of a dip in performance going into next month’s World Cup. And, to help make his case, the goals kept coming, both with Al Nassr and with Portugal.

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BKN--NBA POSTSEASON COVERAGE

Coverage of the NBA postseason.

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HKN--NHL POSTSEASON COVERAGE

Coverage of the NHL postseason.

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GLF--COBBS CREEK REVIVAL

A Philadelphia golf course seeks to reclaim its status as a force for opportunity and inclusion. By Bob Lentz.