Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, reacts after his shot on the sixth tee during the final round of The Players Championship golf tournament Sunday, March 16, 2025, in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

McIlroy forced into Monday play-off after losing late lead at Players

Rory McIlroy will face JJ Spaun in a Monday play-off at The Players after the Northern Irishman let a three-shot lead slip over the closing holes of a marathon Sunday. McIlroy went into the final round four strokes behind Spaun but charged into contention with a birdie-eagle start at TPC Sawgrass, then found himself tied…

Salford forced to use reserves for Super League opener against St Helens

Salford forced to use reserves for Super League opener against St Helens

Salford Red Devils have confirmed they will be fielding ‘predominantly reserve squad players’ for their Betfred Super League opener against St Helens on Saturday due to ongoing salary caps. A takeover of the club was announced earlier this month ahead of the 2025 season, live on Sky Sports, although the deal with the new ownership…