The start of the 2026 high school football season is nearly here, and several FSU Seminoles commits had impressive showings over the weekend in their final preseason action.Three-star athlete commit Chayse Brown is being recruited as someone who could play on either side of the ball for the Seminoles, and he showcased his ability as a wide receiver on Friday for Lennard High School in their exhibition against Osceola. In the first clip he posted on social media, Brown was able to beat the cornerback and make a tough catch for about a 30-yard gain with the safety closing in. He did not have to do nearly as much in the second clip, with the defense leaving him wide open in the end zone for a short touchdown catch as Lennard won 68-0.Couple plays from last nite win pic.twitter.com/C2jESr1g5z Chayse Brown 3(NEXT UP) (@br4wnn) August 15, 2026Brown is a member of FSU's 2028 recruiting class and committed to them back in June, shortly after they offered him a scholarship following a great showing at a camp they hosted in Tallahassee. They are recruiting him as a wide receiver and a defensive back.He is ranked as the No. 611 overall player and No. 51 athlete in the 247Sports composite. The Ruskin product is also the No. 79 player from Florida.The 6-foot-1, 165-pounder had a productive sophomore season for Lennard, catching 20 passes for 334 yards and three touchdowns and making six tackles and one interception in 11 games. He is looking to take another step as a junior and is off to a strong start.Follow us@FSUWireon X and like our page onFacebookto follow ongoing coverage ofFlorida Statenews, notes, and opinions.This article originally appeared on FSU Wire: FSU commit makes impressive catch for Lennard High School

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. Back-to-back bogeys to finish his week at the FedEx St. Jude Championship seemed apropos for Rory McIlroy, who struggled to rounds of 74-70-72-72.On the bright side, his 66th-place finish was an improvement over his last start at TPC Southwind, a tie for 68th in 2024, when he seemed to sour on the course if not the scorching August conditions.The world No. 2 also took solace in the chance to knock off some competitive rust and prepare for the years final two events.I definitely felt like I found a feel out there that might work on the golf course. I hit some better shots coming in, for sure. Still a few loose ones as well, but five birdies coming in there's some signs of encouragement there, said McIlroy, who began his final round with a double bogey and played his first six holes in 5 over.McIlroy skipped the Memphis event last year and seemed to be poised to bypass the tournament again this year but said he didnt want to go into the final two playoff events having not played competitive golf since The Open in July.Its likely that he was also motivated to play this week to help smooth over his decision to likely fall one event short of the Tour-mandated minimum of 15 starts. McIlroy told reporters earlier in the week that hed spoken with Tour CEO and commissioner Brian Rolapp about the issue and was confident they could find a solution.McIlroy said he planned to fly home to South Florida to work on his swing with his coach, Michael Bannon, before heading to next weeks BMW Championship in St. Louis, Missouri.To me, it's more about obviously the execution of what I'm doing right now, and the execution wasn't there this week, he said. I'm going to have to sort of put the head down and grind from now until Thursday to try to feel like I have any sort of chance next week.

The Run Fast Racing Team got to enjoy a trip to the winner's circle at the Grade I, $400,000 Bing Crosby Stakes, Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, Del Mar CA. BENOIT PHOTOBENOIT PHOTO Recent months has seen different proposals as the sport of Thoroughbred racing attempts to gain more fans and attract a bigger market share of the sporting public. At one time, Thoroughbred racing was in the top three as far as sports of public interest in this great country of ours. The Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown races were of major significance in those days, but so were lots of other events. Run Fast Racing is off and running as an organization that has eyes on the prize of increasing exposure for the sport of kings by simply cultivating the tradition of this regal game.Simple Concept Of Involvement Makes Run Fast Racing Attractive To Many Over the years, Thoroughbred racing has been thought of as a sport for high rollers and to a certain degree that is true. At the same time, however there are also those stories of innovative ways people have climbed the mountain of greatness in this game (California Chrome, Mystik Dan are just a pair of recent lower cost Kentucky Derby champions). Back in 1969, William (Cot) Campbell introduced the concept of group ownership with Dogwood Stables in an effort to incorporate more people into the thrill of Thoroughbred ownership. Offering shares in different runners, Dogwood enjoyed many fine moments at the track including wins in the Preakness (1990 Summer Squall) and Belmont Stakes (2013 Palace Malice). In an effort to cultivate a similar concept, Run Fast Racing has introduced a group product with a 21st century twist. The brain child of advertising executive and music manager Adam Kluger, Run Fast Racing has visions of providing Thoroughbred ownership opportunities to everyone. Incorporating a group mentality with an eye on modern culture, the man who has helped artists win 23 Grammy Awards is providing a product that can partner people with Music Icons like Lil Wayne, Rauw Alejandro, and Lil Yachty. Anyone that subscribes will co-own horses with these celebrities and enjoy the same benefits of ownership without the headaches of doing it all on your own, says Kluger, who in 2012 was named by Forbes as one of the top 30 most influential people in the music business. We take lots of pride in what we are doing here and our goal is to not try and reinvent the sport but simply reintroduce it to the masses. Since launching in 2025, Run Fast Racing has enjoyed very solid success. Celebrity ownership is nothing new to this game as many have saddled runners in this adrenaline-rich sport over the years. Now Kluger gives anyone a chance to have some skin in the game and enjoy the many fantastic facets of Thoroughbred racing. Our subscribers enjoy ownership in every horse in our stable, not just one or two, says Kluger. There is no contract, it is simply a month-to-month deal and when our horses win, everyone gets paid. Since launching, we have been able to maintain 91% of our subscribers and our celebrities have fallen head over heels in love with the sport and our concept.Adam Kluger of Run Fast Racing, right, celebrates with Shane O'Neill, left, in the winner's circle after Listenupchance's victory in the Grade I, $400,000 Bing Crosby Stakes, Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, Del Mar CA. BENOIT PHOTOBENOIT PHOTOLove Of Thoroughbred Racing A Driving Force For Adam Kluger Why would a guy that has launched people like Lady Gaga into stardom become involved in the development of Run Fast Racing? For Adam Kluger it is quite simple, he LOVES Thoroughbred racing. I fell in love with the sport when I was in my 20s, says Kluger, who has created campaigns for Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce. One of the great things about Thoroughbred racing is the tradition of it all. I mean for over 150 years this greatness has been going on and I feel the need to expose the masses to how special this sport truly is. On any given day anybody can analyze and win at the betting windows and that is one of the beauties of the wagering aspects. For me, it feeds a constant desire to explore and learn and I think that is the case for lots of people. With Run Fast Racing, we literally give everyone the opportunity to really get involved and that is my goal, get everyone involved in the game I truly adore. Run Fast Racing currently owns 19 horses with most of them based in Southern California. Kluger has plans of expanding the stable with horses in both New York and Kentucky.Listenupchance and jockey Emisael Jaramillo win the Grade I, $400,000 Bing Crosby Stakes, Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, Del Mar CA. BENOIT PHOTOBENOIT PHOTOListenupshance Makes Run Fast Racing Grade 1 Winner And Breeders Cup Entrant The success for Run Fast Racing on the track has come rather quickly. On July 25, Listenupshance went gate to wire while winning the grade 1 Bing Crosby Stakes at Del Mar. His powerful score provided the up and coming group with their first grade 1 winner and because the Bing is a win and you are in race for the Breeders Cup Sprint, Run Fast will be Racing in the World Thoroughbred Championships at Keeneland on October 31. It is just fantastic to see this group have a chance to go to the Breeders Cup, says Doug ONeill, trainer of Listenupshance and conditioner of the Run Fast horses in Southern California. This concept is a God send for the sport. This is 100% great for the game and having these high energy people cultivating involvement is tremendous. Adam Kluger would run through a wall for Thoroughbred racing and he promotes the team effort mentality.Trainer Doug O'Neill, right, celebrates with jockey Emisael Jaramillo, left, after Listenupchance's victory in the Grade I, $400,000 Bing Crosby Stakes, Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, Del Mar CA. BENOIT PHOTOBENOIT PHOTO Listenupshance is currently four and was originally purchased for $10,000 as a yearling. Run Fast Racing acquired him for $30,000 last year and his haul for winning the Bing was $240,000. Winning a race like the Bing Crosby is pretty incredible for our organization, says Kluger. When we purchased him we knew he was a horse that always ran hard and was someone who could give our people return on their investment and needless to say he absolutely delivered on that. The feeling of a Grade 1 victory helps you understand why some people spend lots of money chasing that glory. Now, thanks to Listenupshance we are going to the Breeders Cup. This article was originally published on Forbes.com

Perhaps it's too far to call it a "necessary evil," but the Carolina Panthers' selection of offensive tackle Monroe Freeling in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft wasn't exactly the sexiest choice.Despite the pre-draft buzz that built up for names such as wide receiver KC Concepcion, tight end Kenyon Sadiq and safety Dillon Thieneman, the Panthers opted to (wisely) invest in their trenchestaking the University of Georgia standout at the 19th overall pick. So on Saturday, as Cleveland Browns fans watched Concepcion speed his way into the end zone and Chicago Bears fans watched Thieneman fly around their defense, the Carolina faithful may have had a little less fun trying to see how their first-rounder fared in his preseason debut.To perhaps gain some sort of clarity on Freeling's performance, we turn to Pro Football Focus and their film-based analysis. And according to their evaluation of his 10-snap appearance as the starting right tackle, the young hog molly has room to improve.The sample-sized outing yielded an overall offensive grade of 53.1, which ranks 33rd out of the 39 players on the unit. When cut down to Panthers who recorded at least 10 offensive snaps in the 29-14 loss to the Buffalo Bills, he ranks 28th out of 34.When it comes to pass blocking, Freeling earned a 39.4the fourth-lowest on the team. He was charged with two pressures (two hurries) on six opportunities.Freeling wasn't too much better through the ground. As a run blocker, he graded out at a 57.7accounting for Carolina's third-lowest such mark.Yeah, not great.But in the grand scheme of things, Freeling is a 22-year-old rookie who's adjusting to the other side of the line. He was primarily a left tackle at Georgia, as just one of his 747 offensive snaps in 2025 came from right tackle.Oh, and he was out there on Saturday for a whole 10 plays!And, of course, PFF is not the be-all, end-all of analysis. So maybe this, from a former Panthers offensive lineman, puts Freeling's day into better perspective . . .Took a look at Monroe Freeling. Not a ton of reps and not much to really see. However he got some good reps against a bull rush. Got to anchor better but now he's felt what a game bull rush feels like. Geoff Schwartz (@geoffschwartz) August 16, 2026Follow@ThePanthersWireon Twitter/X for more Panthers content.This article originally appeared on Panthers Wire: What do the PFF grades say about Panthers OT Monroe Freeling's preseason debut?

Schalke lost to Real Madrid in final pre-season testSchalke played host to European giants Real Madrid on the occasion of Veltins-Arenas 25th anniversary. Despite the 3-0 defeat to Jose Mourinhos star-studded side, the hosts performed admirably with no summer signing in their starting lineup.On his first game back from finishing top-scorer at the World Cup, Kylian Mbapp opened the scoring in the sixth minute after he intercepted Ron Schallenbergs poor backpass for Loris Karius. Dean Huijsen doubled Real Madrids advantage with a powerful header from Arda Glers corner-kick.Former RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande made his debut for his new club minutes after fellow new signing Carlos Espi netted the third for Los Blancos. Edin Deko, who was looking forward to playing against his former coach, entered as a substitute ten minutes from time as he played his first game since re-joining Schalke.Huub Stevens, Clemens Toennies and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar were among several former Schalke figures present for the special day at Veltins-Arena.

Defenders barber appears to confirm Barcelona moveThe barber of former Barcelona star JooCancelo on Sunday dropped a major hint regarding the Portugueses future at club level. This of course comes amid ongoing speculation linking the defender with a move back to Catalunyas capital.Full-back Cancelo for his part spent the 2nd half of last season plying his trade on loan in the colours of Barcelona. The 32-year-old went on to impress under the orders of Hansi Flick, establishing himself as an important contributor from left-back.Deco and the Camp Nou brass, in turn, have long been hard at work to secure a deal with Al-Hilal to make Cancelos signing a permanent one.Recent days have seen reports begin to mount that an agreement is now closer than ever, with the transfer considered as all but imminent. And as alluded to above, on Sunday, a fresh hint regarding as much has surfaced, courtesy of a surprise source.In a post on his official Instagram account, Cancelos personal barber unveiled a photo of he and the former Manchester City man, accompanied by the caption:Wishing you all the best in your next chapter, champ. Always forward, Cancelo!Conor Laird GSFN

Cristiano Ronaldo during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match on Oct. 14, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.Credit: Carlos Rodrigues/GettyNEED TO KNOWCristiano Ronaldo hinted at retiring from soccer in a recent Vogue interviewHis contract with Al Nassr expires in June 2027The soccer legend previously announced that the 2026 World Cup would be his final year taking part in the tournamentIs Cristiano Ronaldo ready to retire from soccer?The sports legend, 41, hinted at retirement in a Vogue interview published on Sunday, Aug. 16.This is probably my last year of [soccer], and I want to leave a spectacular legacy, Ronaldo told the outlet.Cristiano Ronaldo during the FIFA World Cup 2026 on June 23, 2026 in Houston, Texas.Credit: Omar Vega/GettyElsewhere during the interview, which took place five days before he and Georgina Rodrguez secretly tied the knot, Ronaldo teased what his life after soccer could look like.I have my future all mapped out, the father of five said. I have so many things to keep me busy, that to tell you just one thing is hard.Because [soccer] could leave a big hole, you have to fill your time in various ways, not just one. And also have more fun, travel more, watch and play padel, which I really like, and continue to enjoy what Ive earnedwhat weve earned, continued Ronaldo.He added, Because after all, its been 25 years with a lot of sacrifice.Ronaldos contract with Al Nassr, a Saudi Arabian professional sports club, expires in June 2027.PEOPLE reached out to Al Nassr on Sunday, Aug. 16, but did not immediately hear back.Follow your favorite athletes on and off the field with PEOPLEs free sports newsletter sign up now!Ronaldo made his senior team debut with Sporting CP in 2002. He went on to play for Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus.The sports star has been with Al Nassr since 2023.Ronaldo announced in July that the 2026 World Cup would mark his final year participating in the soccer tournament.Its about enjoying it as much as possible, he said at the time, per ESPN. This will be my last World Cup, but lets hope tomorrow isnt my last game.Ronaldo, who played with the Portuguese national team, continued, The day will come [when I retire from international soccer]. But Ill be honest. Whatever happens tomorrow, Cristiano will leave with a clear conscience, not 100%, but 1,000%. Because Ive given everything in [soccer].This years World Cup marked the athletes sixth time playing in the tournament.Read the original article on People

Thomas "Tommy" John, a four-time MLB All-Star who won 288 career games over 26 years in professional baseball, has died, his agent confirmed to CBS News. He was 83.John died at his home in Florida on Saturday, surrounded by his wife, Cheryl, and other family members, his agent Mike Maguire said in a statement.His biggest legacy to the game came in 1974 when he suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament, which could have ended his career. Instead, John underwent an experimental elbow reconstruction procedure by Dr. Frank Jobe, which is now known as the "Tommy John surgery."After his surgery, John went on to win 164 more games, finishing his career with 288 victories, more than 2,200 strikeouts and a 3.34 ERA before retiring in 1989.Born in Terre Haute, Indiana, John signed with the Cleveland Indians, now the Cleveland Guardians, at the age of 18 after impressing the team with his curveball. After three seasons in the minor leagues, he was called up to the majors for the first time in 1963. From there, he went on to play for the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, California Angels (now the Los Angeles Angels), Oakland Athletics and the New York Yankees.John was a four-time All-Star, earning selections in 1968, 1978, 1979 and 1989.Just days before his passing, John penned an emotional farewell letter to fans that was shared by the Yankeesduring the 78th Old-Timers' Day earlier this month. The team noted he was suffering from unspecified "health issues."In the letter, he thanked his former team for the opportunity to "say goodbye to everyone, along with all the friends and fans who followed me throughout my 26-year-career.""Thanks to Dr. Jobe, who saved my arm & made it possible for me to continue pitching," John wrote in his letter. "That surgery has since gone on to save the careers of countless pitchers, including many of the very best in the game today."Thank you to all the fans who supported me and my teammates for 26 years. I will never forget you."On this 78th Old-Timers Day, Tommy John shares a message to his fans, former teammates, and the Yankees organization as he battles health issues from his home in Bradenton, Florida. pic.twitter.com/3lKUWHoaw0 New York Yankees (@Yankees) August 8, 2026