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Lee takes control of Houston Open with third-round 63

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Houston Open third-round leaderboard

-17 M W Lee (Aus), -13 A Tosti (Arg), -12 R Fox (Aus), R Gerard (US), S Scheffler (US)

Selected others: -11 G Woodland (US), -9 R McIlroy (NI), -6 E Grillo, -5 H Hall (Eng), T Finau (US) -3 D Skinns (Eng)

Australia’s Min Woo Lee moved into a four-shot lead at the Houston Open courtesy of carding a 63 in the third round.

Lee’s round included seven birdies and no bogeys to put him on 17 under par – a 54-hole tournament record.

“Hopefully tomorrow is another good day”, said Lee. “Similar golf]to win]. Just got to play pretty steady off the tee.

” A couple shaky drives at the end but kind of regrouped and made it happen. Just keeping my head down and one shot at a time. “

Scottie Scheffler followed up his course record of 62 in the second round with a 69 and is on 12 under, along with Ryan Fox (65) and Ryan Gerard (68).

” Yesterday I holed a bunch of putts, today I feel like I couldn’t get the ball to go in the hole, “Scheffler said”. Feel like I hit a lot of good putts.

“There’s not really much you can do different out there. Try to shoot as low as possible today and I’m going to try to do the same thing tomorrow”.

Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy produced a round of 65, which included three birdies and an eagle, to move to nine under par.

“I played OK”, McIlroy said. “It was nice to get out there and play decent.

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‘It will be special’ – Forest reach first FA Cup semi since 1991

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What a difference a year makes.

In March 2024, Nottingham Forest were teetering precariously above the Premier League relegation zone following a points deduction, and out of both domestic cup competitions.

Fast forward 12 months and they are flying high in the league – and through to a first FA Cup semi-final in 34 years after beating Brighton in a penalty shootout.

Matz Sels made two crucial spot-kick saves at the Amex Stadium to keep Forest’s hopes of a first FA Cup triumph since 1959 alive.

That would be reason enough to celebrate, but the Tricky Trees are also third in the top flight – well positioned to qualify for next season’s Champions League and return to European competition after more than 28 years away.

“It’s been an incredible season”, Forest captain Ryan Yates, who scored the winning penalty, told BBC One.

“We have achieved nothing yet but to send]our fans] to Wembley again – we know how special it was last time, getting promoted.

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Penalty shootouts have become the norm for Forest in the FA Cup this season.

After a routine 2-0 win over Luton in the third round, Nuno Espirito Santo’s side required spot-kicks to overcome League One’s Exeter City and then Premier League strugglers Ipswich.

A third successive shootout followed on the south coast, with little to separate Brighton and Forest following a drab game which lacked many clear-cut chances.

Sels went the right way to deny a lacklustre strike from Jack Hinshelwood before standing tall and getting a strong hand to Diego Gomez’s powerful hit.

” In penalty shootouts you always need a little bit of luck but I’m really happy, “the Belgium keeper said afterwards.

Sels, who has kept 12 clean sheets in the league this season, was also integral in Forest’s two previous shootouts – with the decisive save against Ipswich after stopping one of Exeter’s spot-kicks in the fourth round.

Nuno said:” Matz saved again. He’s been doing really well. It’s the third time and we’ve always been successful. Credit to him. “

Skipper Yates sealed the victory as Forest became the first team to win three penalty shootouts in a single season in the FA Cup.

Did international travel affect teams?

This was the first game back for both sides after an international break and it looked like the extra miles travelled by players recently took their toll.

Brighton’s players travelled a total of 86, 208 miles during the break, while Forest’s players combined for a total of 83, 054 miles.

In a cagey encounter, players appeared fatigued with both teams untidy in possession and lacking quality in the final third.

” Football needs to address this. I know people will say players get paid a fortune, yes they do, “ex-England striker Gary Lineker said.

” But it’s not just about the players ‘ welfare, but the paying public will suffer, as you are not going to get players at their best. “

When the starting line-ups were announced before kick-off there were question marks over Nuno’s decision to rest key attackers Callum Hudson-Odoi and Anthony Elanga, especially with top scorer Chris Wood missing through injury.

It almost seemed like the Forest boss had one eye on Tuesday’s Premier League meeting against Manchester United – a chance for Forest to solidify their place in the top four and boost their bid for Champions League football next season.

Hudson-Odoi and Elanga came on just after the hour mark, and although they struggled to make an impact during the game, the former netted Forest’s second spot kick.

” You’ve got to give Nuno some credit, “said former Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney.

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Real Madrid move level with Barcelona as Mbappe wards off Leganes scare

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Kylian Mbappe scored twice to help Real Madrid outgun a feisty Leganes 3-2 and pull level with Barcelona at the top of LaLiga, while Atletico Madrid fell further behind in the title race.

The match between the defending champions and a team trying to stave off relegation was billed as an easy three points for Madrid. It was anything but as Leganes showed much more bite than expected at the Santiago Bernabeu.

After Mbappe put Madrid ahead from the penalty spot in the 32nd minute, Leganes stunned the home crowd by hitting right back after the restart. Left-back Valentin Rosier sprinted clear on the right flank and crossed for Oscar Rodríguez, whose poorly-hit shot was pushed home by Diego Garcia.

The minnow from southern Madrid did it again in the 41st. This time, Rosier stole the ball from Brahim Diaz and raced down the centre of the pitch before he played Rodríguez clear, who squared the ball for Dani Raba to take the lead.

Leganes’s Dani Raba celebrates scoring their second goal]Isabel Infantes/Reuters]

Even though Leganes continued to threaten a third goal, Madrid capitalised on its chances in the second half to turn it around.

Jude Bellingham equalised when he rushed in to finish off a rebound. Mbappe made it a brace from a free kick, slicing the ball around the barrier and just inside the post after a rigorous foul call that was protested by Leganes.

Mbappe has 22 goals in LaLiga, only one fewer than Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski.

MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 29: Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid scores his team's first goal from a penalty kick during the LaLiga match between Real Madrid CF and CD Leganes at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on March 29, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images)
Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid scores his team’s first goal from a penalty kick]Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images]

Barcelona can re-establish its three-point lead when they host Girona on Sunday.

Atletico Madrid stumble again in LaLiga title race

Atletico’s 1-1 draw at Espanyol left it six points behind the frontrunners with nine rounds left after this weekend.

Cesar Azpilicueta put Atletico ahead in the 38th with a spectacular volley of a clearance by an Espanyol defender that fell to him outside the area. The 35-year-old defender celebrated his first career goal in LaLiga.

Espanyol pressed in the second half and Javi Puado converted a penalty to level in the 71st after Clement Lenglet pulled down Leandro Cabrera while disputing a cross in the box.

Atletico led the league in January and looked poised to have their best shot at claiming the title they had won twice under Diego Simeone’s decade in charge. But the wheels have come off in March. The slip at Espanyol followed back-to-back losses to Getafe and Barcelona, interspersed with two losses to Madrid in the Champions League round of 16.

Atletico left fuming but Griezmann goes past Messi

Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak did not hide his disappointment, especially after the club spent big in the summer to put together arguably the deepest squad in Spain.

“Two more important points have gotten away from us. It is tough to understand why this is happening”, Oblak said. “We talked in January about how we needed to be consistent to compete for the title and we are not showing it. The teams behind us are closing and the teams at the top are getting away”.

Oblak said Atletico must regroup for Wednesday’s Copa del Rey second-leg semifinal against Barcelona because “we want to at least fight for that title”.

Simeone himself said the title will be decided “in the last five rounds”.

Espanyol, in 15th place, was undefeated in nine home games, a run which included a shock win over Real Madrid.

Atletico defender Robin Le Normand had to be substituted after knocking heads with an Espanyol player.

Atletico forward Antoine Griezmann set a new record for games played by a foreigner in LaLiga with 521 appearances. The French forward surpassed the 520 games played by Lionel Messi of Argentina.

Mikel Oyarzabal and Sergio Gómez scored as Real Sociedad beat last-placed Valladolid 2-1.

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna’s heartache after dad’s assisted suicide

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Former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna has opened up about the tragic death of her father, who passed away from assisted suicide at the age of 94

Ex-Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna has laid bare her heartache over her dad’s death by assisted suicide in 2016. Lisa, a mainstay on the hit reality TV show from seasons 5 to 12, bravely revealed her struggle with her father Frank’s decision to end his life after repeated hospital stays due to an undisclosed terminal condition.

At age 94, and after being hospitalized four times in one year, he chose doctor-assisted euthanasia. Despite her pain, Lisa stood resolutely by her father’s choice, though it was wrought with personal distress.

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Speaking candidly on her podcast Let’s Not Talk About The Husband, she disclosed: “You want to support your loved ones. You want to support what they want to do, but you’re going to watch your parent kill themselves”.

Real Housewives star Lisa Rinna's heartache after dad's assisted suicide
Real Housewives star Lisa Rinna’s heartache after dad’s assisted suicide(Image: lisarinna/Instagram)

Opening up about how her father longed to escape his ill health and dissatisfaction with life’s decline, husband Hamlin queried during the podcast, “He was just so anxious to go”? Lisa confirmed his eagerness to pass: “Yes. He was in pain and he was really unhappy”.

Reflecting on the anguish-filled time before he passed away, Lisa shared the urgency her father felt, saying, “The pills were supposed to come on a Tuesday – so when they set their mind to this, they’re ready – so they didn’t come till Thursday. And my dad was so mad that the pills didn’t come”.

A heartbroken daughter has opened up about her father’s final moments, revealing the emotional and serene setting as he chose to end his life through assisted suicide in Oregon. She recounted: “It was like two o’clock in the afternoon, the light was coming in, there’s a lot of real beauty behind it.

” We were playing some beautiful, also some yoga type beautiful music. But then, you mix it in the orange juice. It tastes like s–t. It’s sour. But he’s got to drink it down. So you hand it to him and he drank it, “she continued.

Lisa has been left devastated by her dad's death
Lisa has been left devastated by her dad’s death(Image: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images)

The process, however, unfolded differently than she had anticipated, taking about” 45 minutes “for the medication to take effect, with nothing” gruesome “about the procedure. As her father drifted off, the soothing sounds of Frank Sinatra filled the room, providing a peaceful backdrop for his departure.

Reflecting on the profound experience, she described it as” trippy “and” almost so surreal that it didn’t, I didn’t feel like I was in my body. “The former ‘ Days of Our Lives ‘ actress shared that she hadn’t discussed this deeply personal event on ‘ Real Housewives of Beverly Hills ‘ previously because it was” too painful “and too recent.

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Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne spend the night together as they try to save marriage

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EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne were spotted together after confirming in a joint statement that they had split up following eight years of marriage

Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne

Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne have been spotted together on a secret night amid marriage woes. The EastEnders actress has been spotted out in public without her wedding ring as speculation grows about their relationship. Jacqueline, 32, and entrepreneur Dan, 33, have been married for eight years.

The pair share two children together and confirmed they had split in a joint statement earlier this month. And now, the duo were seen reuniting at Dan’s property in Southend. Jacqueline is said to have been residing in the £2million home the family had shared in Esseex.

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Jacqueline wore a loose fitted jumper with faded jeans for the occasion, while Dan was in a grey shirt and black shorts.

Their split statement read: “Jacqueline and Dan are handling things privately, choosing to keep their lives and relationship out of the public eye. They kindly ask for respect and privacy as they navigate this together”.

Dan Osborne in a white top and Jacqueline Jossa in a flora top sat at a table in a restaurant.
Dan and Jacqueline recently released a joint statement(Image: Instagram)

It continued: “Their children remain their top priority, surrounded by love and care from both parents — something that will never change. Above all, Jacqueline and Dan have each other’s and their children’s best interests at heart. There will be no further comment”.

A source close to the pair told The Sun: “Jacqueline and Dan still really care about each other and have a lot of history. They’ve been spending a lot of time together as they navigate co-parenting and looking after their kids.

“Even though they have separate homes, they’ve got an open door policy. They’ve been getting on really well and carrying on family life like normal.”

They added:” There is no one else involved and they’re working together as a team for the sake of their kids. They’ll be seen together a lot as they navigate the situation. “

Last week, Jacqueline broke her silence on the situation. Taking to Instagram, she said: “What happened to in a world where you can be anything be kind ay? Daniel and I are talking constantly, there is no big feud, stop looking for one.”

She added: “People who make out they are fans of me… please understand that trolling and bashing another human being isn’t okay and never will be. You’ll be blocked and deleted.”

The duo’s family home was put on the market earlier this year, with reports suggesting that Dan had purchased a home in his own name nearby. Last year, the actress shared a rare insight into their marriage as she set the record straight following allegations of infidelity from Dan as well as another split.

She shared a string of loved-up snaps alongside her husband at the time and gushed: “Just realised I haven’t even posted on the grid about Daniel’s bday or our anniversary and I just wanted to do a little appreciation post for my bestest friend in the world.

“Over 10 years and 7 of them married. Love you more than ever. Crazy little world isn’t it. Also it’s crazy how little photos we take now. Need more! “!

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Barcelona vs Girona – LaLiga preview: Team news, kickoff time, stream

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Who: Barcelona vs Girona

What: Spanish LaLiga
Where: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona, Spain
When: Sunday at 4.15pm (15:15 GMT)

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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he is focused on winning games despite the threat of a potential punishment for an ineligible lineup rumbling on in the background.

Flick selected Inigo Martinez in the 3-0 win over Osasuna in LaLiga on Thursday, after the Spanish defender had withdrawn injured from the national team squad for their recent Nations League matches.

Osasuna appealed to the Spanish football federation on Friday over Martinez being ineligible, citing FIFA rules regarding players who have not joined up with their national teams when called on.

“We won three points and this is my focus, so I’m focusing on the next match against Girona”, Flick told a news conference on Saturday, a day before leaders Barcelona host Girona in LaLiga.

“The other thing is not in my hands, it’s not about me”.

FIFA rules state that players cannot appear for their clubs within five days of the last national team match, if they did not join the squad when called upon, without the federation’s permission.

Martinez played 90 minutes against Osasuna after pulling out of international duty with knee discomfort, as Barcelona took a three-point lead at the top of the table.

The match was played on Thursday after being initially postponed from March 8, when a Barca club doctor died, with neither side wanting to play it this week but both having appeals against it rejected.

Flick lined up against Osasuna with star striker Robert Lewandowski on the bench, although he later scored when appearing as a substitute.

The Polish veteran has 23 goals in LaLiga, leading the scoring charts, known as the Pichichi, ahead of Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe on 22.

“Lewandowski is focused on the success of the team, not just winning the Pichichi”, said Flick.

“Of course, he wants to score goals, he wants to play, but he also sees what the team needs.

” This makes me really proud, about the behaviour of Lewy, and it was a really great situation, a great moment and everything went the right way against Osasuna, so it’s something I really appreciate. “

Flick also said that his Barcelona side are ready for the challenges of a packed schedule of matches until the end of the season as they bid for silverware on three fronts.

Over the next 17 days, they have six matches in all competitions.

” You never know that]recovery time], even when you have one or two days more to recover. It will undoubtedly be a great challenge that awaits us from now until the end of the season, “Flick told reporters.

” We’re ready and want to fight until the end of the season. I have a feeling that we’re all very proud of the match against Osasuna. “

Real Madrid drew level on points with Barca at the top of LaLiga with their 3-2 win against Leganes, although Barcelona hold an 18-goal advantage on goal difference.

Barcelona team news

Dani Olmo, Marc Casado, Andreas Christensen, Marc Bernal and Marc-Andre ter Stegen will all miss the match while Pau Cubarsi is a doubt with an ankle problem.

Girona team news

Donny van de Beek is suspended, while Abel Ruiz, Jhon Solis and Ivan Martin are all injured.