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Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization Published Jul 20, 2026 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 1 minute read Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Canada’s winningest golfer in history Brooke Henderson is getting hitched.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro Original
Skip to Content Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. Canada’s winningest golfer in history Brooke Henderson is getting hitched. Don't have an account? Create Account The 14-time winner on the LPGA and two-time major champion is engaged to professional baseball player Ricky Castro.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization Published Jul 20, 2026 • Last updated 6 days ago • 1 minute read Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Canada’s winningest golfer in history Brooke Henderson is getting hitched.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
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Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization • • Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Canada’s winningest golfer in history Brooke Henderson is getting hitched. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
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Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization Published Jul 20, 2026 • Last updated 5 days ago • 1 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization • • Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Canada’s winningest golfer in history Brooke Henderson is getting hitched. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization Published Jul 20, 2026 • Last updated Jul 20, 2026 • 1 minute read Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Canada’s winningest golfer in history Brooke Henderson is getting hitched.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization Published Jul 20, 2026 • Last updated Jul 20, 2026 • 1 minute read Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
Brooke Henderson announces engagement to baseball player Ricky Castro
Ricky Castro is a AAA pitcher in the Minnesota Twins organization • • Brooke Henderson with Ricky Castro in image from Instagram announcing their engagement. See more Toronto Sun on Google —save as a Preferred Source Canada’s winningest golfer in history Brooke Henderson is getting hitched. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’ Original
One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. /GETTY IMAGES See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source Don't have an account?
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules Published Jul 19, 2026 • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. Photo by Michael Reaves /GETTY IMAGES Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules • Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
Advertisement oop Skip to Content One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules • Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
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Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. Photo by Michael Reaves /GETTY IMAGES Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
Advertisement oop Skip to Content One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules • Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’ One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. Photo by Michael Reaves /GETTY IMAGES Article content This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
Scottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau: ‘He is definitely not a cheater’
One day earlier, Rory McIllroy seemed to hit that American was breaking rules • Americans Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau shake hands after finishing their round on the 18th green on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
Skip to Content New Zealander claims one-stroke win over American Cameron Young • • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
Advertisement oop Skip to Content New Zealander claims one-stroke win over American Cameron Young • • Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. /GETTY IMAGES SOUTHPORT, England — There was the briefest of moments on the 72nd hole at Royal Birkdale when time seemed to stand still as Ryan Fox’s approach shot reached its apex and just hung in the air.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
New Zealander claims one-stroke win over American Cameron Young • • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
SOUTHPORT, England — There was the briefest of moments on the 72nd hole at Royal Birkdale when time seemed to stand still as Ryan Fox’s approach shot reached its apex and just hung in the air. Tens of thousands of people stared at the sky silently waiting to see whether the last bounce of the Open Championship would be good or bad, lucky or unlucky.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
New Zealander claims one-stroke win over American Cameron Young • • Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. /GETTY IMAGES SOUTHPORT, England — There was the briefest of moments on the 72nd hole at Royal Birkdale when time seemed to stand still as Ryan Fox’s approach shot reached its apex and just hung in the air.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. Photo by Michael Reaves /GETTY IMAGES Article content SOUTHPORT, England — There was the briefest of moments on the 72nd hole at Royal Birkdale when time seemed to stand still as Ryan Fox’s approach shot reached its apex and just hung in the air.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
New Zealander claims one-stroke win over American Cameron Young Published Jul 19, 2026 • Last updated 5 days ago • 4 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
New Zealander claims one-stroke win over American Cameron Young • • Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England. /GETTY IMAGES SOUTHPORT, England — There was the briefest of moments on the 72nd hole at Royal Birkdale when time seemed to stand still as Ryan Fox’s approach shot reached its apex and just hung in the air.
King of the links: Ryan Fox birdies 18 to win historic Open Championship at Birkdale
New Zealander claims one-stroke win over American Cameron Young • • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Ryan Fox of New Zealand celebrates victory on the 18th green on day four of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 19, 2026 in Southport, England.
Skip to Content Two-time PGA Tour winner hasn't missed a cut since the 2023 U.S. Open • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Corey Conners of Canada plays a shot from a bunker on the 18th hole on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. /GETTY IMAGES See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source Don't have an account?
Conners fires 67 to close major season on streak only Scheffler and Schauffele can beat
Corey Conners of Canada plays a shot from a bunker on the 18th hole on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England. Photo by Warren Little /GETTY IMAGES Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.
Conners fires 67 to close major season on streak only Scheffler and Schauffele can beat
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Two-time PGA Tour winner hasn't missed a cut since the 2023 U.S. Open • Corey Conners of Canada plays a shot from a bunker on the 18th hole on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Conners fires 67 to close major season on streak only Scheffler and Schauffele can beat
Corey Conners outplayed Nick Taylor at Royal Birkdale as top Canadian, as the Listowel, Ont. native finished with a three-under 67 on Sunday to reach four-under par. It was an up-and-down week for Conners who opened with a 71 before shooting a 67 on Friday, and then followed up with the exact same two scores on the weekend. “It was a solid day and I can take some confidence from it,” Conners told the Toronto Sun. “Looking back, I was disappointed with yesterday.
Conners fires 67 to close major season on streak only Scheffler and Schauffele can beat
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Two-time PGA Tour winner hasn't missed a cut since the 2023 U.S. Open • Corey Conners of Canada plays a shot from a bunker on the 18th hole on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Conners fires 67 to close major season on streak only Scheffler and Schauffele can beat
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Two-time PGA Tour winner hasn't missed a cut since the 2023 U.S. Open • Corey Conners of Canada plays a shot from a bunker on the 18th hole on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
Conners fires 67 to close major season on streak only Scheffler and Schauffele can beat
Two-time PGA Tour winner hasn't missed a cut since the 2023 U.S. Open Published Jul 19, 2026 • 3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Corey Conners of Canada plays a shot from a bunker on the 18th hole on day two of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 17, 2026 in Southport, England.
A Sunday sprint for the Claret Jug: Sam Burns seizes Open lead amid record-setting chaos
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Sam Burns followed up his Friday 62 with a Saturday 65 • • Sam Burns of the United States lines up a putt on the 15th green on day three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England.
A Sunday sprint for the Claret Jug: Sam Burns seizes Open lead amid record-setting chaos
The chaotic scenes this year at the game’s oldest major have made their way to the leaderboard, where the battle for the Claret Jug has come down to a Sunday sprint for glory. Sam Burns followed up his Friday 62 with a Saturday 65, and the American heads to the final round at 10-under par with a two-stroke lead over Ryan Fox and Si Woo Kim.
A Sunday sprint for the Claret Jug: Sam Burns seizes Open lead amid record-setting chaos
Sam Burns followed up his Friday 62 with a Saturday 65 Published Jul 18, 2026 • Last updated 6 days ago • 3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Sam Burns of the United States lines up a putt on the 15th green on day three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England.
A Sunday sprint for the Claret Jug: Sam Burns seizes Open lead amid record-setting chaos
Sam Burns followed up his Friday 62 with a Saturday 65 • • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Sam Burns of the United States lines up a putt on the 15th green on day three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England.
A Sunday sprint for the Claret Jug: Sam Burns seizes Open lead amid record-setting chaos
Sam Burns followed up his Friday 62 with a Saturday 65 • • Sam Burns of the United States lines up a putt on the 15th green on day three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England. /Getty Images See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source SOUTHPORT, England — Despite the headlines coming out of the Open Championship over the past 24 hours, there was actual golf played at Royal Birkdale on Saturday.
A Sunday sprint for the Claret Jug: Sam Burns seizes Open lead amid record-setting chaos
Advertisement oop Skip to Content Sam Burns followed up his Friday 62 with a Saturday 65 • • Sam Burns of the United States lines up a putt on the 15th green on day three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England.
A Sunday sprint for the Claret Jug: Sam Burns seizes Open lead amid record-setting chaos
Sam Burns of the United States lines up a putt on the 15th green on day three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England. Photo by Andrew Redington /Getty Images Article content See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.
Rory McIlroy blasts Bryson DeChambeau: FULL TRANSCRIPT of Royal Birkdale takedown Original
Skip to Content McIlroy: "I'm not particularly fond of him." • • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the 12th green on day three of the 154th Open Golf championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club near Southport in northwest England on July 18, 2026.
Rory McIlroy blasts Bryson DeChambeau: FULL TRANSCRIPT of Royal Birkdale takedown
McIlroy: "I'm not particularly fond of him." • • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the 12th green on day three of the 154th Open Golf championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club near Southport in northwest England on July 18, 2026.
Rory McIlroy blasts Bryson DeChambeau: FULL TRANSCRIPT of Royal Birkdale takedown
McIlroy: "I'm not particularly fond of him." • • Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the 12th green on day three of the 154th Open Golf championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club near Southport in northwest England on July 18, 2026. /Getty Images See more Toronto Sun on Google — save as a Preferred Source SOUTHPORT, England — An Open Championship that has seen a few firsts this week was delivered another on Saturday when Rory McIlroy offered a public takedown of Bryson DeChambeau.
Rory McIlroy blasts Bryson DeChambeau: FULL TRANSCRIPT of Royal Birkdale takedown
Rory McIlroy blasts Bryson DeChambeau: FULL TRANSCRIPT of Royal Birkdale takedown McIlroy: "I'm not particularly fond of him." Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the 12th green on day three of the 154th Open Golf championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club near Southport in northwest England on July 18, 2026.
Rory McIlroy blasts Bryson DeChambeau: FULL TRANSCRIPT of Royal Birkdale takedown
McIlroy: "I'm not particularly fond of him." Published Jul 18, 2026 • Last updated 1 week ago • 2 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the 12th green on day three of the 154th Open Golf championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club near Southport in northwest England on July 18, 2026.
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