Tiger Woods pulled up to the driving range and hit balls for the first time since striking a plea deal in his DUI case earlier this month ... and the golf world smells a comeback!
The 50-year-old golf legend was at the Liberty National Golf Club in New Jersey on Tuesday ... the course where Tiger is hosting his Nexus Cup charity event this week.
John Calipari already knows which NBA star he'd send from the hardwood to Capitol Hill ... and he's picking and rolling with Stephen Curry.
Our intrepid producer Jacobcaught up with Coach Cal on Monday and asked which NBA player he'd like to see run for office, and he didn't hesitate -- Steph.
The legendary basketball mind, who has led six NCAA teams to the Final Four and coached in the NBA, says Curry would be a natural because he cares about people, is bright and energetic, and isn't shy about standing behind what he believes.
Eleven days after the Clippers owner called the NBA's Kawhi Leonardsalary cap investigation a "witch hunt" and promised to fight the stiff penalties in court, the billionaire has totally reversed course, saying he'll comply with the league's punishment.
In fact, the former Microsoft CEO says the team has already cut the massive $30 million check.
"This has been a very difficult time for everybody associated with the Clippers, and for that, I have sincere regrets. I want to apologize to our fans, employees, and my fellow NBA team owners for the distraction and distress this matter has caused, for which I accept responsibility as principal owner."
Cam Skattebo wasn't exactly first through the doors at MetLife Sunday ... and when he finally rolled up, even getting through the gate turned into a whole thing.
TMZ Sports obtained a photo of the Giants running back outside an entry gate around 5:50 PM ET Sunday ... hanging out of a souped-up pickup truck while trying to get inside.
We're told Skattebo was heard yelling, "Let me in! I'm the running back!" ... which is one hell of a way to introduce yourself before kickoff.
Floyd Mayweather's middle-of-the-night workout ways haven't changed after retirement ... he's just winging jumpshots instead of punches!
The 50-0 boxing legend pulled up to The Gem of Las Vegas -- a 24-hour indoor basketball spot -- in Sin City around 2 AM... to hoop with the fellas, and TMZ Sports has video of the pickup games.
Mayweather, 49, looked good on the court ... scoring a couple buckets in the paint!
Ted Cruz didn't get a warm welcome in his home state ... because it seems a bunch of college-aged kids gave him a Texas-sized raking over the coals -- mocking him during his appearance on ESPN's "College GameDay."
The senator from Texas joined the 'CG' crew before the University of Texas' showdown with the Ohio State University on Saturday evening ... during which he discussed a new bill he's sponsoring in Congress -- the Protect College Sports Act of 2026.
It sets up rules and regulations related to name, image, and likeness dealings in college athletics ... seemingly innocuous stuff -- though, if you only heard the crowd, you'd think he said he was rooting for OSU tonight.
Oneil Cruz -- one of the top bats on the Pittsburgh Pirates -- allegedly brought in a "fixer" to buy off the families of three people who died in a tragic car accident ... according to a new report.
ProPublica released a report earlier this week ... which alleges that, in 2020, Cruz's SUV rear-ended a motorcycle with three people on it, killing all 3 of them, in the Dominican Republic.
According to a press release from authorities at the time, Cruz allegedly "had consumed alcoholic beverages prior to the accident.” The public prosecutor's office called for the "imposition of preventive detention" at the time.
Bill Belichick's girlfriend Jordon Hudson may not have brought her cheer uniform to Chapel Hill on Saturday ... but she did bring her enthusiasm to the sideline -- flashing a smile pregame.
The 25-year-old made her first appearance of the new season on Saturday ... laughing and chatting with a pair of ladies before the University of North Carolina took the field against East Tennessee State University for the team's second game of the season.
Jordon wore the baby blue the team reps ... stunning in a crop top and white pants and a small purse, fittingly shaped like a football.
Former NASCAR driver Gary Myers -- who was a pioneer in racecar competition -- has died.
Gary -- who was part of a four-generation racing family -- passed away Thursday night, his family revealed.
Gary's son and fellow racecar driver Burt Myers wrote on Facebook ... "Last night I lost my hero. He fought so hard but was so tired. My daddy is in Heaven and can finally do the things he wanted to do the last several years."
Dana White's gonna be rippin' around the country on Saturday, hitting up a UFC event in Arizona before jetting back to Sin City for one of the biggest boxing matches of the year, where King Ry could be crowned the face of the sport!
The Zuffa Boxing and UFC boss chopped it up with Babcock this week -- just days before Noche UFC and Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn on Saturday -- and White wasn't about to choose one or the other to watch live.
"I'm goin' to both," Dana told us.
Just one of the perks of having your own airplane.
Once White touches back down in Sin City, 28-year-old Garcia and 29-year-old Benn will make the walk to the T-Mobile Arena ring, and there's a ton on the line ... and it goes beyond the WBC welterweight world title.
Conor McGregor hasn't been spotted much since blowing out his ACL against Max Holloway, but the Mac was back on Friday ... fresh scar on full display!
The 38-year-old former UFC champ-champ was photographed leaving Gravitas, a members-only spot in Beverly Hills, with the help of a pair of crutches earlier today ... sans any sort of leg brace.
Considering McGregor went under the knife on August 3, it's objectively a good sign for Conor's recovery, and all the fans that want to see him return to the Octagon.
McGregor is sporting a scar directly over his knee, but it looks super clean.
Of course, The Notorious tore the ligament in his right leg, as well as his meniscus, during the opening seconds of his comeback fight against Blessed at UFC 329.
The fight was officially stopped after just 69 seconds.
Despite the devastating setback, Conor's been steadfast in declaring his intent to fight again -- even setting a tentative date for next summer.
Can he do it? We'll find out next year ... but walking without a brace seems like a good first step.
Renowned boxer Fernando Vargas Jr. was arrested on suspicion of DUI ... and the alleged incident apparently went down inside a parking garage at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Authorities paint a picture that sounds right out of the theme park's new "Fast & Furious" ride ... Fernando Jr. was allegedly involved in a three-vehicle crash Thursday night inside the theme park's parking structure.
Fernando posted a video on social media a few hours before the arrest ... and he's shirtless in a car, sitting next to a woman who appears to be riding shotgun as they listen to music and flex for Instagram.
NBA star Tyler Herro is firing back at his ex-girlfriend Katya Henry's request for "safeguards" for his child custody time ... TMZ has learned.
According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, the Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard denied Katya's assertion that there needs to be special provisions when he sees their two minor children to ensure their safety and well-being.
In her custody petition, Katya said she was making the request due to Tyler's "historical conduct," but did not elaborate. Tyler is denying her characterization of his conduct ... essentially saying his ex was full of it.
Druski better watch his back ... and we mean that literally -- because Antonio Brown has promised to rough him up big time as payback for a recent skit.
The former NFL star called out the comedian during an on-the-street interview ... after he was asked if he thought the Druski sketch about CTE took shots at him.
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Remember, this is the video which starts with Druski taking a hard hit on the football field, developing CTE, and then going crazy ... getting into a car chase and a whole lot more.
AB says it's possibly a joke at his expense ... and he's clearly not a fan ... issuing a bunch of violent threats.
Federal prosecutors have reportedly launched a criminal investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers over allegations the team skirted the NBA’s salary-cap rules in connection with Kawhi Leonard.
The New York Times reports the probe comes after the NBA hit the Clippers with a $30 million fine, suspended team owner Steve Ballmer, and took away five first-round draft picks last week.
The Clippers denied wrongdoing to the NYT and say they plan to vigorously challenge the league’s findings and penalties.
We've reached out to the team … so far, no word back.
Late NBA star Jason Collins, who was the first openly gay player in the league, signed a will about how to handle his estate ... just months before announcing he had cancer ... TMZ Sports has learned.
According to court docs, obtained by TMZ Sports, Jason left behind an estate with personal property totaling over $1.8 million ... although there could very well be substantial assets held separately in private trusts.
The docs included a will in which the late athlete said he left a written note in a safe-deposit box with instructions for the executor as to who should get his jewelry, watches, silverware, clothing, cars, and other personal effects.
