Golf News Today: August 9, 2025

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Yamashita Shines at Royal Porthcawl Japan’s Miyū Yamashita has claimed her first-ever major, winning the AIG Women’s Open at 11-under. Her final-round 70 kept England’s Charley Hull and compatriot Minami Katsu at bay. Calm under pressure, Yamashita’s clutch putting and composure signal the arrival of a new force in women’s golf. Bethpage Black: Ryder Cup Fever With the Ryder Cup on the horizon, Bethpage Black has turned into a campout site. Fans are queuing for up to 44 hours in parking lots to secure tee times, turning the wait into a festival-like golf pilgrimage. Houston’s $30M Golf Makeover The Hermann Park Golf Course in Houston is set for a $30 million transformation—new layout, eco-friendly drainage systems, and upgraded facilities. The Astros Golf Foundation hopes to reopen the century-old course in October 2026 as a modern, sustainable venue. Bottom line: Yamashita’s breakthrough, Ryder Cup mania, and major course investments prove golf’s global heartbe...

NBA’s Bold Move – Expansion into Europe Could Change the Game Forever

Written by COSMOS ABASITA | www.sportledger.news

The NBA is making a daring play that could reshape basketball’s global future. Plans are in motion for a new European league featuring 14–16 elite teams, combining powerhouse European clubs with brand-new franchises.

Target cities like London, Paris, and Rome could soon host NBA-caliber games, with franchise fees ranging from $500 million to $1 billion. Talks with EuroLeague executives, JPMorgan, and The Raine Group hint that this move isn’t just a dream—it’s a looming reality.

If this becomes official, basketball fans across Europe may soon see their cities turn into NBA hotbeds, and the competition for top talent will heat up like never before.

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