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Jon Rahm capped off a chaotic week on LIV Golf when he closed with a 7-under 64 on Sunday for a six-shot victory in LIV Golf Mexico City, his second victory this year on the Saudi-funded circuit.Rahm went all of last season on LIV without winning, though he did claim the points title. And he had experienced disappointment before in 2017 at Chapultepec Golf Club when it was a World Golf Championship.There was no doubt this time after he made birdie on the reachable par-4 second hole and then holed out for eagle on the next hole. He played bogey-free.If you would have told me last week on Thursday afternoon that Id be winning by a six-shot margin this week, I would not have believed you because of how bad I played, said Rahm, who tied for 38th in the Masters. Hell of a an effort.The week has been filled with uncertainty surrounding the Saudi-funded league, with CEO Scott ONeil writing a memo to staff to say LIV was assured of funding through the end of the year amid reports speculating about the leagues financial future.LIV announced Sunday it would be returning to Chapultepec next year.There was a power outage on Tuesday, fueling more speculation. The streaming went out for two hours during the opening round. And then Bryson DeChambeau withdrew from the final round, citing an injury to his wrist that he did not want to further aggravate.DeChambeau, who was trying to become the first player to win three straight times on LIV Golf, was 16 shots behind Rahm when he stopped playing.I experienced some discomfort in my wrist during yesterday's round and have decided to withdraw from the the final round of LIV Golf Mexico City to prevent further injury, DeChambeau said in a social media post. Not how I wanted this week to go.DeChambeau said he would be evaluated and hoped to be at LIV Golf Virginia on May 7-10, a week before the PGA Championship.Rahm motored along, and so did his Legion XIII team, which won for the first time this year.David Puig shot 66 to finish second, picking up valuable world ranking points and all but assuring that he will be in the PGA Championship. The Spaniard is close enough that another top finish in Virginia could get him into the U.S. Open.___AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf

Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanchor visited the Texans, per a league source.Iheanchor has visited a dozen teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Cincinnati Bengals, Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles Carolina Panthers, Baltimore Ravens, Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals and Cincinnati Bengals.The 6-foot-6, 321-pound first-round draft prospect ran the 40-yard dash in 4.91 seconds at the NFL scouting combine with a 1.73 10-yar split, a 30 1/2 inch vertical leap, a 9-7 broad jump and bench pressed 225 pounds 25 times.A former high school basketball player from Los Angeles and a native of Nigeria, Iheanchor excelled against Texas Tech pass rushers, including David Bailey, and at the Senior Bowl all-star game. He was a second-team All-Big 12 selection and allowed zero sacks on 484 pass blocking snaps last season. He gave up just three hits and 11 hurries last season and three sacks in three seasons for the Sun Devils.Hes regarded as an athletic, ascending draft prospect with outstanding footwork and improving technique.He began his career at East Los Angeles Community College.Aaron Wilson is a Texans and NFL reporter for KPRC 2 and click2houston.com

Declan Rice delivered a defiant message to his teammates following Arsenal's damaging 2-1 loss to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.The 27-year-old midfielder was captured on camera repeatedly telling captain Martin Odegaard "It's not over yet" as the final whistle blew.Erling Haaland's decisive strike handed Pep Guardiola's side a crucial victory, narrowing the gap to just three points behind the Gunners.City now possess a game in hand and could leapfrog Arsenal at the summit on Wednesday evening when they travel to face Burnley at Turf Moor.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayThe momentum has shifted firmly towards the defending champions, with many observers now viewing the title as theirs to lose.The former West Ham skipper's resolute attitude quickly drew praise from supporters across social media platforms.One fan simply declared: "My captain."This title race is going down to the wire. pic.twitter.com/XHITjrssy9 Premier League (@premierleague) April 19, 2026 Another responded: "He's absolutely right."A third supporter pointed out: "He's not wrong, they're still 3 points ahead."Others called for Rice to be handed greater responsibility, with one writing: "Give him the armband back for the rest of the season."LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Gary Neville comes under fire from viewers over Sky Sports coverage during Man City vs ArsenalBryson DeChambeau pulls out of LIV Golf event days after complaining about conditionsSnooker legend Shaun Murphy explains real reason he snubbed BBC punditry job for World ChampionshipThe sentiment was echoed by another who described his behaviour as "A leader mentality."Arsenal's hopes of regaining control rest on City dropping points against relegation-threatened Burnley, who were thrashed 5-1 in the reverse fixture at the Etihad earlier this campaign.City arrive at Turf Moor in outstanding form, having secured victories in their previous four matches across all competitions.This impressive run includes triumphs over Arsenal in both the League Cup final and the Premier League, alongside wins against Liverpool in the FA Cup and Chelsea.By contrast, Arsenal's title challenge has faltered significantly in recent weeks.The Gunners have suffered back-to-back defeats in the league, severely denting their championship aspirations.Their domestic cup ambitions also ended in disappointment after Championship side Southampton knocked them out of the FA Cup.There was some consolation in Europe, however, as Mikel Arteta's men edged past Sporting Lisbon to book their place in the Champions League semi-finals.Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney offered his backing to Arsenal despite the setback, sharing his thoughts on Match of the Day."This title race is not over yet, I still feel like there are some more twists and turns to come," Rooney said.The former England captain acknowledged the tight nature of the contest but maintained his position on the likely winners."It is obviously going to be tight but City have got one more game to try to win, so I still have Arsenal down as slight favourites," he added.While it was a nightmare day for Arsenal, City will be fuelled with belief.Whether manager Pep Guardiola stays beyond the current campaign, regardless of how it ends, remains to be seen. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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Many popular destinations struggling with overtourism and infrastructure issues are aiming to fix those problems in an often unpopular way by enacting new taxes on tourists.The city of Galway, on the west side of Ireland, is widely known for its medieval streets, colorful shopfronts and historical landmarks. It is now considering a tourist tax that could generate more than $2.1 million annually in the city, according to The Connacht Tribune newspaper.The proposal envisions an accommodation charge of $1.10 to $2.20 per visitor, per night, for tourists staying in hotels or short-term lodging.AMERICAN TRAVELERS WARNED ABOUT POPULAR LOW-COST BEACH DESTINATION AS GLOBAL TENSIONS RISESally-Ann OBrien, Galway City Councils new tourism officer, spoke at a meeting this week to address concerns, the Tribune reported.She said most European countries already charge visitors a small nightly fee, with 21 of the 27 EU member states imposing similar taxes.OBrien noted that many international visitors come from Europe and are used to paying a tax, according to the Irish Independent newspaper.Any tourism levy would require legislation and approval from the Irish government at the national level.DANGEROUS WATER WARNINGS HIT TRENDY VACATION SPOT AFTER POWERFUL STORM POUNDS AREAThat's good news for opponents of the proposal. At least three prominent local leaders have voiced their concern.Councilor Alan Curran recently said an inconsistency in tourism numbers could "severely impact our ability to budget effectively," the newspaper reported."We need to protect ourselves from those economic shocks," he added.When the Galway City Council discussed a motion to explore a tourist tax in 2024, a former mayor and a well-known business executive both expressed dismay.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERA former mayor of Galway, Eddie Hoare, said a tourist tax could "send out the wrong message."Pat McDonagh, the founder of Supermacs, a popular fast-food chain in Ireland, called the proposal a "ridiculous idea" on Newstalk Breakfast in September 2024."We would be the laughingstock of the country if we introduced a tourist tax," he said.Recent data shows Galway continues to attract many visitors.CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIESFilte Irelands Key Tourism Facts 2024: Galway, a fact sheet published in 2025, reported some 1 million international visitors and 1.4 million domestic tourists, generating more than $1.08 billion.Travelers took to Reddit to weigh in on the proposed tax."The local authority ought to consider what it is theyre actually offering tourists at this point, and if its worth what they expect them to be paying anymore," one Reddit user said."Have to agree. Galway is completely overpriced for what it offers," another said.TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ"There are people online and, unfortunately, in politics who view hiking taxes as infinite free money," a third Reddit user said.Others didn't understand the outrage and upset."This is a normal charge in cities around the world and works fantastically," a traveler said."I've never even batted an eye at paying it."Galway attracts scores of tourists for its unique mix of history, culture and atmosphere.Its location on Irelands west coast adds another major draw. Galway has dramatic coastal scenery that consistently ranks among the most photographed and visited in the country.

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