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It’s Saturday, July 12. On this day in 1975, Tom Watson triumphed at the British Open — edging Australia’s Jack Newton by one stroke in an 18‑hole playoff to claim his first major title, the first of eight overall.

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► Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger blasted three home runs and drove in six runs on Friday night in his first game vs. his former team, the Cubs, leading New York to an 11-0 win. He nearly had a fourth homer, but it was taken away by a spectacular catch. (More)

► Yankees star Aaron Judge showcased his defensive prowess by robbing a home run from Pete Crow-Armstrong and making a diving catch on consecutive plays in the fourth inning on Friday night, helping preserve their early lead vs. the Cubs. (See Videos)

► Twins infielder Carlos Correa was diagnosed with a mild right ankle sprain after a collision at second base during the seventh inning of Minnesota's 2-1 win vs. the Pirates on Friday night, where he fielded a throw and tagged out Tommy Pham but stayed down. (More)

► Brewers rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski, with only five games pitched and a 4-1 record, was named as a replacement for the MLB All-Star Game, setting a new record for the fewest career games played before an All-Star nod. (See Details)

► Braves infielder Matt Olson is replacing his teammate Ronald Acuna Jr., who withdrew without a specified reason, in the MLB Home Run Derby at Truist Park. Acuna is still expected to play in the All-Star Game. (More)

► The White Sox unveiled a statue of former pitcher Mark Buehrle at Rate Field on Friday night, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2005 World Series title and honoring his pivotal role in the team's success. (See Video)

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The Latest in Soccer:

► USMNT star Malik Tillman, a former Bayern Munich talent who impressed during his time at PSV Eindhoven, completed a permanent transfer to Bayer Leverkusen on a five-year contract. (See Details)

► Liverpool FC announced the posthumous retirement of Diogo Jota's No. 20 jersey across all levels of the club, including women's and youth teams, in honor of the Portuguese forward who died in a car crash, marking the first such individual honor in the club's history. (More)

► Nashville SC star Sam Surridge has blossomed into MLS's leading scorer with 16 goals, powering the team's 15-game unbeaten streak and trophy aspirations through his dynamic partnership with Hany Mukhtar. (More)

► The FIFA Club World Cup, culminating in a MetLife Stadium final, acts as a vital rehearsal for the United States' hosting of the even larger 2026 World Cup, showcasing strong attendance, massive prize money, and FIFA's ambition to make soccer America's top sport. (See Details)

► Paris Saint-Germain has emerged as a dominant "team of stars" in the 2024-25 season, securing the Champions League, Ligue 1, and Coupe de France titles despite losing Mbappe, Messi, and Neymar, as they gear up for the Club World Cup final vs. Chelsea. (More)

► Chris Gotterup took a commanding lead at 11 under in the Scottish Open after firing a second-round 61, while Ludvig Aberg and Rory McIlroy surged into contention with respective 65s. (More)

► The Bears reportedly extended GM Ryan Poles' contract through 2029 with a three-year deal that aligns his tenure with head coach Ben Johnson's, recognizing his role in a major team rebuild. (More)

► New Bucks center Myles Turner expressed optimism in a Las Vegas press conference about leaving the Pacers after 10 years, confidently stating that "the grass is going to be greener wherever I go." (More)

► INDYCAR is set for a doubleheader at Iowa Speedway this weekend, featuring two 275-lap races on partially repaved tracks with revised Firestone tires and unique qualifying via two-lap averages. (See Details)

► Severe Poniente winds caused a suspension of play in the first round of LIV Golf Andalucía at Real Club Valderrama—resulting in five players tied for the individual lead at 1 under par and three teams tied at 5 over. (More)

► The Stars traded veteran defenseman Matt Dumba and a 2028 second-round pick to the Penguins in exchange for defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok, with no salary retention. (More)

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