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Serena Williams flaunts toned physique in sky-blue bikini aboard luxury yacht

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Serena Williams had fans divided with her latest Instagram drop — a sultry set of bikini snaps taken during a luxe yacht getaway. 

The 43-year-old tennis icon, who recently flaunted her toned figure in mirror selfies, turned up the heat on Thursday as she showed off her post-retirement glow-up.

In one sizzling snap, the Wimbledon champ struck a high-fashion pose with her arm raised, flaunting her abs and sculpted curves like a seasoned swimsuit model.

Serena Williams stirred up mixed reactions with her latest Instagram post ¿ a steamy bikini photo shoot aboard a lavish yacht

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Another photo showed her perched on the edge of the boat in a sheer sarong and bikini top, with a postcard-worthy ocean behind her.

‘Me and my girls… are out in the streets tonight. But we starting here,’ Serena captioned the carousel, which included a peek at her group of glam yacht companions.

But while plenty praised her latest look, others were quick to sound off — accusing the superstar of changing her figure too drastically.

The 43-year-old superstar served major heat as she embraced life after tennis with a sultry new post

‘She’s too thin… why?’ one critic asked, sparking a heated back-and-forth in the comments.

As the debate raged on, some fans defended the star’s new look while others said they barely recognized her.

One fan chimed in, ‘She’s definitely not thick anymore.’

Someone else added, ‘They don’t know that she was even thinner from 1998-2007.’

Perched confidently on the edge of the yacht, Serena struck a striking pose in a bold blue bikini, soaking in the sun and the spotlight

Of course, many rushed to staunchly defend the superstar.

‘I dunno what ppl talking about she still thick and healthy let her live,’ wrote one.

A different commenter posted, ‘She’s not too thin, her body looks like how it looked around 2013-2014.’

A fierce defender fired back, writing, ‘They just want to trash Serena all the time. She too thick, she too muscular, she too slim, her husband white, she bleaching her skin.

‘When they see she still dark they realize it was just makeup and lighting why she looked light, they ain’t have sh** to say. One thing though, Serena is living her life.’

One more agreed, sharing, ‘Serena could care less about her haters. If she didn’t look so good, she wouldn’t have any haters. Serena and her mom and sister look fabulous!’

Amid all the buzz over her latest look, it’s a reminder of just how much Serena’s tennis legacy continues to dominate headlines—both on and off the court.

The icon last claimed a Grand Slam title in 2017, winning the Australian Open, though she fell short in the US Open and Wimbledon finals twice more after that.

Over her illustrious career, Serena has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles — the most by any player in the Open Era — and spent 319 weeks as world No. 1.

Her most recent match came at the 2022 US Open, where she battled Ajla Tomljanovic in a grueling three-hour, three-set thriller before coming up short.

Off the court, Serena balances her business ventures and philanthropy with family life alongside husband Alexis Ohanian and their two daughters.

She married Reddit co-founder Alexis on November 16, 2017, in a star-studded ceremony in New Orleans

But while plenty praised her latest look, others were quick to sound off ¿ accusing the superstar of changing her figure too drastically

The couple welcomed their first daughter, Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr. (known as Olympia), in September 2017.

They expanded their family five years later when Serena gave birth to their younger daughter, Adira River Ohanian, in August 2023.

Meanwhile, Serena’s older sister Venus shows no signs of slowing down — the seven-time Slam champ recently secured a wild card to compete in the DC Open at age 45.

Venus, who hasn’t played a tour-level match since March 2024, is proving age is just a number.

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The route to Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua and why this fight makes more sense than you think

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Is Jake Paul really going to box Anthony Joshua?

There have been mixed messages this week, but this might not be the unthinkable fight that some think it is.

Paul has recently made known his desire to face the British heavyweight star, and after beating ex-world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in late June, the YouTuber has turned his attention to a potential bout with “AJ”.

It would not be Paul’s first time fighting a former world heavyweight champion, given he boxed a 58-year-old Mike Tyson – and won on points – in November. But Joshua is a different prospect altogether, even coming off a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in September.

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Joshua recently underwent surgery due to an elbow injury and, according to his promoter Eddie Hearn, may have further physical issues to address. As such, Joshua’s next move is up in the air.

But Turki Alalshikh, the Saudi adviser behind the Gulf nation’s aggressive entry into boxing in recent years, has now addressed a potential clash between Joshua, 35, and Paul, 28.

“Me and [Jake Paul] are thinking [about] doing him against Anthony Joshua now,” Alalshikh told The Ring, a magazine that he owns. “If Joshua destroys him, it will be good for me; the headache of Jake Paul is finished. If Jake wins, I will know Joshua is finished and Jake deserves a ranking and a future in boxing. Jake accepted it, next week I will talk with Joshua about it.”

Within those words, Alalshikh was referring to the fact that Paul is now a ranked cruiserweight per the WBA.

The Saudi adviser and the American influencer have traded barbs from afar in recent months, with Alalshikh taking issue with Paul’s matchmaking in his own bouts.

Paul was on the verge of signing a fight with modern great Saul “Canelo” Alvarez earlier this year, but Alalshikh was able to thwart that contest and get the Mexican to sign a four-bout deal with Riyadh Season. Canelo has already fought once under that deal, beating William Scull to regain undisputed status at super-middleweight – a status that he will defend against multi-weight champion Terence Crawford in September.

Could that leave Paul to square off with Joshua? Potentially, although Paul seems to resent the idea that Alalshikh would be involved. The YouTuber-turned-boxer appeared to address the situation on Thursday (17 July), when he wrote on X/Twitter: “I will do what I want, with who I want, when I want, in the boxing ring.

“Anyone, anytime, anyplace. You rodents talk so much s*** but when I want to take on the biggest challenges you start having panic attacks and deciding my demise.”

Hearn told Pro Boxing Fans last week: “Yeah, I was with His Excellency [Alalshikh] yesterday, obviously he’d met Jake Paul. I think he would like to do it, you know, but it’s mad enough to happen.

“It’s not something we expected, it’s not something we’re targeting, [but] if it’s offered to us, I would be shocked if AJ didn’t accept it. Why wouldn’t you? The plan for us is to fight Tyson Fury next year, if we can squeeze in Jake Paul along the way and you guys want AJ to end this whole process, he’ll gladly do it.”

On Hearn’s rhetorical question: Why wouldn’t Joshua accept the fight? Paul’s boxing history shows that he can guarantee himself and his opponent an enormous payday, and AJ would naturally back himself to make short work of the American.

Paul is 12-1 as a professional with 7 KO wins, but he lost his most evenly-matched fight, suffering a points defeat by Tommy Fury (half-brother of Tyson Fury) in 2023.

Although Hearn endorses Joshua’s pursuits of a Tyson Fury fight and three-time world-champion status, the Matchroom boss would surely back Joshua to take the Paul bout. Hearn has had his own issues with the YouTuber in recent years, namely a defamation lawsuit against MVP that was settled out of court at the end of March.

And while Paul was unable to secure a fight with Canelo, he came remarkably close and was only undone by Alalshikh’s interference and Saudi money. This time, Alalshikh actively wants to make a Paul fight, if only to see the 28-year-old beaten.

Paul’s dealings with Canelo may actually be evidence that he could lock down a fight with Joshua, too. Paul spent years chasing Canelo, who dismissed the influencer as an unfairly easy opponent, and eventually an agreement was struck.

Paul vs Canelo was an unthinkable fight, until suddenly it wasn’t. The same can be said of Paul vs Joshua. The British public wants and arguably needs Joshua vs Fury, a generational domestic clash, now that the latter has come out of retirement yet again. Yet Paul vs Joshua might just be likelier than Joshua vs Fury. Imagine that.

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‘I know how I would beat Oleksandr Usyk’ – Lennox Lewis

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The great Lennox Lewis was in London today ahead of the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium.

The former champion was full of praise for the current king.

”Oleksandr Usyk is a great fighter, he’s got a great boxing IQ and he deserves [to be] where he’s at right now,” Lewis told BoxingScene and other reporters.

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In just 23 professional fights in which no one has found a way to beat the Ukrainian, Usyk has crafted a solid argument that he’s one of the very best in history. Lewis in agreement.

“He’s definitely in the same group as Muhammad Ali, me, all the great fighters,” he said.

If Usyk wins this weekend, as Lewis expects, the Hall of Famer would like to see the Ukrainian follow his lead and retire at the top.

“He has nothing left to prove, he could have walked away before this fight,” Lewis said. “In boxing Daniel Dubois again, he’s taking a big risk, but if he feels he can come through it, the risk is good, because the title he can claim is big.”

Usyk’s desire, however, is to have one final fight after Saturday before riding off into the sunset after a decorated career.

“He may be pushing it, but to fight on you’ve got to have a get out plan,” said Lewis, “and his get out plan is one more fight.”

Lewis knows a thing or two about leaders from cruiserweight coming up to heavyweight; one of his greatest rivals, Evander Holyfield, was the first to successfully make the leap.

“The smaller fighters are usually more technically sound,” he said. “Evander Holyfield was, as a heavyweight, he was good… He was the best guy coming out of America and for me to go and beat him, I had to study him, and go, ‘Okay I know he throws body punches. He does this, he does that and I have to say to myself: I have win the first and last; I have to throw more punches than him; I have to win as many rounds a possible.’”

Lewis, still full of fighting spirit at 59 years old, would also fancy his chances against Usyk.

“That’s why I wish I was still fighting,” he said. “That would be my challenge to go after Usyk and beat him. I’ve watched all of his fights and I know how I would beat him. I would do it in the way I am telling Daniel to do it. Push him up against the ropes with the jab and then take advantage of him.”

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Floyd Mayweather poised with mega offer if Manny Pacquiao wins

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A Manny Pacquiao victory over WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios could finally lure Floyd Mayweather out of retirement for a long-awaited rematch.

Almost a decade after their 2015 clash, which shattered all financial records in boxing history, Mayweather holds the key to a mega-offer that could lead to a reunion for both fighters with Al Haymon.

With Pacquiao’s clash against Barrios serving as the biggest threat to the 29-year-old champion’s reign, and a statement Pacquiao could make this late in his career, the eight-weight legend is quietly confident a win would spark renewed talks with the Mayweather camp.

World Boxing News can also reveal that Netflix is interested in broadcasting the event once the plans begin to take shape.

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Pacquiao is open to a second fight after losing to a shoulder injury in the initial bout, which Mayweather won at a canter.

Speaking previously to WBN in an exclusive interview, Pacquiao made it clear that another showdown with his career rival remains high on his agenda.

“Absolutely, I would want the rematch! I hope Mayweather comes out of retirement and we can fight again,” Pacquiao told WBN.

Now 46, the Filipino icon is preparing for a high-stakes return against Barrios this Saturday, July 19, in Las Vegas.

Should he claim the green and gold belt, Pacquiao’s already remarkable resume would gain another defining chapter, which WBN believes may be too significant for Mayweather to ignore.

Mayweather, who has remained active in exhibitions but insists his professional boxing career is over, last fought Pacquiao in a record-breaking 2015 bout dubbed the “Fight of the Century.”

Despite the unanimous decision victory, calls for a rematch never truly died, mainly from Pacquiao’s side.

Saudi Arabian interest in Mayweather vs Pacquiao 2

It was reported in 2020 that Saudi Arabia had a firm interest in ‘MayPac 2’. This scenario remains the case in 2025.

Turki Alalshikh could attempt to lure Mayweather vs Pacquiao II away from Haymon’s grasp and already has a headstart due to ties with Netflix.

The streaming service will broadcast Canelo Álvarez vs Terence Crawford in September, organized by Dana White in conjunction with Riyadh Season.

It’s now up to Pacquiao to secure a bidding war, which could lead to the pair finally fighting again.

As he heads into another pay-per-view main event at the MGM Grand, the same venue that hosted their original encounter, Pacquiao is not only fighting for another world title.

The Barrios event represents something far more significant as the Philippines’ finest bids to rewrite the final chapter of one of boxing’s greatest rivalries.

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Fury, Joshua told they can fight in 2026 on one condition

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Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury remains the dream British super-fight, and Turki Alalshikh has reignited hopes of making it happen in 2026.

The influential Saudi advisor revealed plans to stage the all-British showdown next year, but only after both men return in separate tune-up fights to rebound from recent defeats.

Speaking to ThaBoxingVoice, Alalshikh explained the condition. The Ring Magazine boss is implementing a carefully crafted strategy to maximize anticipation and rebuild momentum for the heavyweight blockbuster.

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The Saudi Strategy: A Tune-Up Road to the Super-Fight
“Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury next year, we are trying to do it and thinking about it. I need to have a tune-up fight for each one first. Why? Because they are both coming from losing. It’s to build it up.”

The comments mark Alalshikh’s most direct statement yet on the future of Joshua and Fury, who are both coming off setbacks to undisputed heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk and his Saturday opponent, Daniel Dubois.

Damaging losses
While Fury suffered a decision loss in December and retired soon afterward, Dubois took Joshua out in brutal fashion last September.

Saudi Arabia has hosted the biggest boxing spectacles of the past two years, and Alalshikh’s influence continues to shape the sport’s elite matchups.

However, a Fury vs Joshua collision at Wembley could become the crown jewel of the 2026 calendar.

For now, fans must wait as both fighters reset, with Alalshikh’s plan clear. Rebuild the road to one of the biggest fights in British boxing history.

If Usyk wins this weekend and drops any of his title belts, the collision may still have a chance of being a world title fight yet.

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Ahead of the Open, Tiger Woods delivers blunt ‘just deal with it’ message

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The weather at Royal Portrush looks challenging for this year’s Open Championship.

Heavy rain, thunderstorms, low temperatures, and gusty winds are expected throughout the week. For many, a nightmare. For Tiger Woods, just another hurdle to overcome.

Before the tournament kicks off on July 17, the three-time Open champion made it clear he’s not interested in complaints. In a recent post from his brand Sun Day Red, he dropped four words that are already making headlines: “Just deal with it.” Short, direct, and excuse-free.

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Woods acknowledged it’s going to be tough: “It’s going to be cold. It’s going to be windy, yes,” he said, but also emphasized that this is part of the game. “There’s nothing you can do about it. It’s an outdoor sport. You just keep going and adjust.”

That mindset is shared by Xander Schauffele, the reigning Open champion. The American noted that on links courses, it all starts with mentality: “You’ve got to visualize more than just hitting the ball. The weather is part of the challenge.”

Weather will be a key factor at Royal Portrush

Thursday is expected to be the toughest day, with thunderstorms in the forecast. Rain chances decrease on Friday, but the weekend brings fresh uncertainty. Players with early tee times on Thursday and late starts on Friday may gain a slight edge.

Given these conditions, players will adapt their strategies. Expect more low punches, bump-and-run techniques to keep the ball close to the ground, and putts from off the green-all efforts to prevent the wind from dictating the tournament’s outcome.

Robert MacIntyre ready for the chaos

One player unfazed by the bad weather is Robert MacIntyre. The Scotsman grew up playing on links courses and feels right at home at Royal Portrush. “This is my favorite course in the world,” he said. He’s no stranger to the venue: back in 2019, he made his major debut here and finished in the top 10.

MacIntyre knows how to read the greens, adjust to the wind, and stay composed when everything around him shifts. “If the wind is howling, you’ve got to adjust your stance, your tempo, everything. But it’s in my blood now,” he said with confidence.

The 2025 Open will be a true test

One thing’s for sure: this edition of The Open Championship will be as much a mental battle as a technical one. Royal Portrush will demand not only shot-making precision but also patience and resilience. The weather will be a true opponent on the course.

But if Tiger Woods has shown anything throughout his career, it’s that he knows how to win under any circumstances. And if his message was clear, it’s because he truly believes it: “Just deal with it.” Because complaining doesn’t win majors. Adapting does.

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Tiger Woods’ friend lifts lid on ‘absurd’ Vanessa Trump relationship talk

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Tiger Woods will not be marrying Vanessa Trump anytime soon despite claims that the couple are “wedding bells serious”, a friend of the PGA Tour star has claimed.

The duo are said to have been progressing with their relationship at a serious rate since publicly announcing their love for each other back in March, with one source close to them revealing just two months later that they could be “living together by the end of the year”.

Despite gaining the blessing of their children, which includes keen golfers Kai Trump, 18, and Charlie Woods, 16, not much has been revealed about Woods and Donald Trump’s former daughter-in-law, with the pair doing their best to remain out of the public eye.

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Woods and Trump live just 20 minutes apart in the wealthy southern Florida enclave of Palm Beach and according to a friend of the former, it’s believed to be only a matter of time before they’re living under the same roof, as per a previous report from the Daily Mail.

Earlier this month, a fresh bombshell update claimed that the couple could even be heading towards marriage, despite only believed to have started dating around Thanksgiving, with a source close to Trump telling Page Six that “they’re very serious,” adding, “Wedding bells serious.”

Now, however, another friend of Woods has rubbished any talk of an imminent wedding to the Daily Mail, pointing towards the couple having financial reasons for why marriage would not make sense.

“Cynically, why should she get married? There’s no point of it, and it would just complicate her alimony from Donald [Trump Jr.],’ the friend said. “And Tiger of course paid out a lot in his divorce from Elin [Nordegren], and I don’t think he’s particularly excited to do that again.”

Woods’ friend – who is said to have known him for nearly two decades according to the Daily Mail report – also suggested that the golfer doesn’t yet know Trump well enough to get married again.

“If you know Tiger, you know that he’s not the type to just get married at the drop of a hat,’ said the friend. “He has been with women for years and not done that. I think it would take a lot to get him to be a groom again.”

While the Woods source insisted that the couple’s relationship is serious, they can’t see it meaning they will be walking down the aisle together anytime soon.

“Honestly, it makes no sense for them to do that at this point,” the insider said. “It’s 2025. You don’t need to be married if you don’t want to. Why mess with something that’s working so well?”

Although Trump’s source didn’t disclose whether anything is actually in the works with regards to an engagement or wedding date, they did say that the 47-year-old, who was previously married to Donald Trump Jr., is “so happy”.

Revealing that he and Trump had embarked on a relationship earlier in the year, Woods previously said on social media: “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!”

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‘Biased’ Amanda Balionis Did Not Want Rory McIlroy to Win 30th PGA Tour Title for a Personal Reason

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If there was anyone least expected to win this year’s Genesis Scottish Open, it was Chris Gotterup.

He hadn’t recorded a single top-10 finish this year and had missed the cut in nine events. His only major appearance came at the U.S. Open, where he finished tied for 23rd. Yet, under gray Scottish skies and in a field stacked with major champions, the unheralded 25-year-old stunned the golfing world by winning the Genesis Scottish Open by 2 strokes over Rory McIlroy. But all it took was one breakthrough win to flip the script.

Gotterup walked away with a massive $1.575 million paycheck, a direct entry into The Open Championship, and something money can’t buy, and that’s respect. Suddenly, the underdog was being cheered not just by fans, but by some unexpected supporters who couldn’t help but admire his grit and hard work. But who was one of those voices of praise? None other than Amanda Balionis.

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It doesn’t get better than a Sunday like this. The best in the world battling it out where the game began… and it’s @chrisgotterup who gets it done, but man was it fun watching the young Jersey kid figure out links golf and take down a world-class field, including going toe-to-toe with 🌍 #2 Rory McIlroy. Amanda posted on Instagram, the young golfer from New Jersey wasn’t just up against seasoned pros; he was paired in the final round with Rory McIlroy despite the pressure and unfamiliarity with links-style golf. Gotterup stayed composed, delivering clutch shots on the back nine to secure the biggest win of his career.

He was solid throughout the week, but it was his second round that truly set the tone. “I may be biased as a fellow Northeasterner.”  She admitted she might be a little biased, being a fellow Northeasterner, but said Gotterup’s performance and confidence were on another level.  What made her reaction all the more notable was that Amanda has long been known for her enthusiastic support of Rory, especially during the Masters, where her admiration for his game was unmistakable. But that’s what made her praise for Gotterup so powerful.

“The emotions that poured out afterwards tells you everything you need to know about what this game, and win, means to him.”Just after the win, during his interview with Amanda Balionis, Gotterup couldn’t hold back his emotions. He was speechless at first, then broke down in tears,  a proud moment that showed just how much this victory meant to him. Balionis didn’t rush him or brush it off. She let the moment breathe, allowing the raw, honest emotion to come through. It wasn’t dramatic for the cameras, it was real, and it marked a career-defining win for the big hitter.

As Gotterup soaked in the moment, wiping away tears after the biggest win of his career, on the other side was Rory McIlroy, and he seemed composed, but no doubt feeling the weight of the loss.

Rory McIlroy didn’t leave Scotland with the win, but he wasn’t beating himself up over it. After shooting a final-round 68 and finishing two shots behind Chris Gotterup, McIlroy kept things in perspective. “No frustration, really,” he said. “I’m really happy with where everything is. Looking forward to getting to Portrush” Instead of dwelling on what could’ve been, he was already looking ahead to The Open at Royal Portrush, saying he planned to get out on the course early and shift focus right away. Coming off a rough stretch where he missed the cut in Canada and finished outside the top 40 at the PGA Championship, this week felt like a much-needed step forward. His game showed signs of coming together as the tournament went on.

McIlroy said he felt more confident each day, especially with his iron play and ball control in the wind. A few moments stood out, like his strong 5-iron on the 12th after Gotterup hit it close, or when he scrambled for par from behind a tree on 11. “Everything is in a really good spot… I’m happy with how my game progressed as the week went on.” he said. It wasn’t a win, but it was the kind of performance he needed to build momentum heading into one of the biggest weeks of the year. And that’s exactly what he needed, so there’s no regret or remorse on his end.

For Gotterup, it was the day everything changed. For McIlroy, it was the spark he’d been searching for. Two players, two very different journeys, but both walking away from Scotland with something to carry into the next chapter.

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Rory McIlroy Makes Honest Admission About Wife Erica Before Open Championship

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Just 12 hours after finishing runner-up at the Scottish Open to relative PGA Tour newcomer Chris Gotterup, Rory McIlroy took to the first tee at Royal Portrush for his first practice round ahead of the Open Championship.

The tournament takes place in his native Northern Ireland at a course where 16-year-old McIlroy set the course record.

“The fact that I’m here at Portrush with the green jacket, having completed that lifelong dream, I want to do my best this week to enjoy everything that comes my way and enjoy the reaction of the fans and enjoy being in front of them and playing in front of them,” the star golfer said. “But at the same time, I want to win this golf tournament, and I feel like I’m very capable of doing that.”

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Ahead of the year’s final major tournament, McIlroy took a well-deserved rest as he, wife Erica and daughter Poppy enjoyed some time on their new home.

“We came back a few weeks ago and moved into our new home in Wentworth and have been trying to settle in. It’s amazing what two weeks of a bit of detachment can do for you,” he revealed ahead of the Scottish Open. “Sitting there being with your own thoughts for a while. Yeah, it’s been nice to have this time to reflect and also to rekindle my excitement and enthusiasm for the rest of the year. Obviously we have this week in Scotland and then a massive week next week in Portrush.”

After capping off the career grand slam with his win at the Masters in April, he admitted his mindset changed.

“Yeah, you know, it’s my first realistic chance to win after the Masters, and I’ve had a great season. I won at Pebble. I won [the Players Championship]. I said this, when you do something that you’ve been dreaming your whole life to do, it was a huge moment in my life, my career,” he revealed before the final round of the Scottish Open. “The I think I just needed that little bit of time. And to be back here for last couple weeks, and feel like I could actually digest all of it, I feel like I came to this tournament with renewed enthusiasm and excitement for the rest of the year.”

The last time the Open Championship was played at Royal Portrush, McIlroy failed to make the cut after firing an 8-over, 79 in the first round despite an impressive 6-under, 65 in the second round as he missed the weekend by one shot.

Irishman Shane Lowry won the 2019 Open Championship at Royal Portrush by six shots over Tommy Fleetwood.

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Jake Paul accepts ludicrous terms to fight Anthony Joshua during Turki Alalshikh meeting

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Jake Paul has proven he is serious about facing Anthony Joshua by accepting an incredibly low purse split for the crossover clash.

‘The Problem Child’ met with Saudi powerbroker Turki Alalshikh last week to discuss a possible fight with AJ.

Paul has set his sights on the former unified heavyweight champion after overcoming Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in his last outing.

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The YouTuber-turned-boxer vowed to knock out Joshua during a lengthy rant on his podcast where he claimed the Watford powerhouse ‘doesn’t have a chin’.

This led to a phone call with the Olympic gold medallist, where both men verbally agreed to face each other in 2026.

Boxing mogul Alalshikh was then contacted to get involved with the fight.

And during a recent appearance on ‘Tha Boxing Voice’, he revealed that Paul had accepted his proposal for a 99-1 purse split in Joshua’s favour.

“I’m not against what Jake Paul’s doing in boxing, it’s good for boxing to have a young generation,” said Alalshikh.

“I’m against some kinds of fights he does. I’m now thinking him against Joshua. Joshua, if he destroys (Paul), it will be good for me.

“The headache of Jake Paul goes from my mind.

“If Jake Paul wins, I will know that Joshua is finished, and Jake Paul deserves his ranking and deserves to have a future in boxing.

“I don’t want 50-50. In this situation, I want 99-1.

Jake Paul has accepted. Now, next week I will talk with Joshua about it.”

If Paul signs for these terms, then Joshua will receive a 99 per cent lion’s share of the total prize pot.

Both men are commercial juggernauts in the boxing sphere, and the expectation is that they would demand a similar cut.

Paul pocketed $40million to fight Mike Tyson last November, but under Alalshikh’s terms, he wouldn’t come anywhere near that sum.

On the flip side, Joshua would bank one of the biggest purses in boxing history.

There will undoubtedly be serious money on the line for the fight, and with a 99 per cent share, Joshua could make eight figures.

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