LIV Golf has postponed its event in New Orleans in June amid continued questions over its future.

US officials confirmed on Tuesday the event will be rescheduled after BBC Sport was told the Saudi Arabia-backed series was in talks with local Louisiana authorities about moving the tournament to September or October.

According to sources, officials were keen to avoid peak summer heat and ensure the Bayou Oaks course at City Park is in top championship condition.

LIV bosses are also said to have wanted to avoid a clash with the World Cup.

Louisiana governor Jeff Landry and economic development secretary Susan Bourgeois said in a joint statement the state had already paid $3.2m (£2.36m) under its contract with LIV, of which $2m (£1.47m) has already been invested in upgrading the course.

They added LIV is expected to returning the remaining $1.2m (£880,000) in state incentive funds.

“We appreciate LIV’s good-faith efforts and look forward to maintaining our partnership as we continue conversations around an event later this year,” said Landry and Bourgeois.

It means LIV Golf will not have any tournaments in the USA for a three-month period from 10 May until 6 August when it goes to Trump Bedminster in New Jersey.

However, amid reports that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is set to end its support for the breakaway tour, this will only intensify speculation.

Earlier this month, LIV Golf chief executive Scott O’Neil told players the 2026 season would continue “as planned and uninterrupted” amid rumours the tour was on the verge of collapse.

Players, coaches and officials of Bendel Insurance FC paid a visit to injured defender Itoro Promise at the Specialist Hospital in Benin on Monday after his successful surgery.

The visit brought joy to the centre-back, who is currently recovering after suffering a fracture on his left leg during Bendel Insurance’s 3-0 victory over St. Andrews FC in the semi-final of the 2026 Edo FA Cup on April 22 at the Crescent Sports Club field.

After medical examinations, the club’s medical team advised that the player should undergo surgery. The operation was successfully carried out on Friday, April 24, at the Benin Specialist Hospital.

The visiting team was led by the club’s General Manager, Charles Ohimekpen, and Technical Manager Kennedy Boboye. Team captain Efe Enabulele and other players also joined the visit.

The team arrived at the hospital with the 2026 Edo FA Cup trophy they won after beating Westgate FC 2-0 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Sunday.

The players celebrated both the FA Cup victory and the successful surgery with their injured teammate.

Coach Boboye wished Itoro a quick recovery, saying: “We thank God and the doctors for the successful surgery and wish you a speedy recovery. It is our hope you return stronger.”

Captain Enabulele also encouraged the defender. He said: “We missed you in the final match and we fought for the trophy, believing it will bring you joy and some relief as you recover from the pains you have been going through. We are happy the surgery went well. Here is the cup we brought for you to feel it with us together. We wish you quick recovery.”

Itoro Promise, who is expected to miss the rest of the current season, thanked the management, players and medical team of Bendel Insurance for supporting him since the injury.

Bendel Insurance defeated Westgate FC 2-0 to successfully defend the Edo FA Cup title, which they have now won every year since 2019.

China’s Zhao Xintong pulls off a shot emmulating the late John Virgo, potting three reds at the same time in his quarter-final match-up against Shaun Murphy at the World Snooker Championship.

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Punjab Kings’ captain Shreyas Iyer (AP Photo)

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer endured a rare off day with the bat as his side slipped to its first defeat of IPL 2026, with Rajasthan Royals pulling off a successful chase of 223 in a high-scoring contest on Tuesday. Coming into the match in strong form, Iyer never quite found his rhythm. He laboured to 30 off 27 deliveries, managing just one boundary and a six, which slowed PBKS during a crucial phase of the innings. While Marcus Stoinis provided the late fireworks with a blistering unbeaten 62 from only 22 balls, taking the total to 222 for 4, it ultimately proved insufficient. Questions have since been raised around Iyer’s approach, especially with aggressive options like Marco Jansen and Nehal Wadhera waiting in the dugout but not getting an opportunity to bat. The situation has sparked debate over whether Iyer could have considered retiring himself out to accelerate the innings. Former South Africa pacer Shaun Pollock, however, felt such a move would have depended heavily on the available batting options. “It depends on who you got to come. So, if Stoinis had played two knocks like he played today, and he is still to come, you could consider. But I don’t think there was anyone down the order who you would think would have been in better form,” Pollock told Cricbuzz. Pollock also pointed to a similar situation from his time in SA20 with Pretoria Capitals. “We had an example in our SA20. We promoted Roston Chase but we had Rutherford who had been in unbelievable form and was striking at over 200. Roston had a bit of a period (of slow batting). We pulled him with two overs to go. Also, we wanted a left-hander at the crease,” he explained. “So, when you have got someone, then strategically if you’re feeling as a captain, yeah, I’m not hitting it today and you want to make a change,” he added, highlighting the tactical nature of such calls. Veteran commentator Harsha Bhogle offered a different perspective, suggesting that Iyer’s recent form may have influenced his decision to continue. “If you’re a player in form, you’re always backing yourself. So he is telling himself yeah I know but I’ll probably hit three sixes from here,” Bhogle said. Pollock further noted that retire-out decisions are becoming more frequent in modern T20 cricket. “It’s a brave call, but it is definitely happening more and more,” he said. Despite the loss, Iyer has enjoyed an impressive season so far, ranking among the top six-hitters in the tournament while leading PBKS to the top of the table. Earlier in the match, PBKS posted a formidable total riding on Stoinis’ late assault and a steady 59 from Prabhsimran Singh. However, Rajasthan Royals responded with intent. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 43 off 16 balls and Yashasvi Jaiswal added 51 off 27, giving the chase early momentum with a 51-run opening stand. The game was eventually sealed by a dominant unbeaten partnership between Donovan Ferreira and Shubham Dubey. Ferreira struck 52 off 26 balls while Dubey chipped in with a rapid 31 off just 12 deliveries, guiding Rajasthan home with four balls to spare.

Il Etait Temps successfully completed the Cheltenham-Punchestown Champion Chase double with a victory at the Co Kildare track on Tuesday.

A small but select field contested the William Hill Champion Chase over two miles, with Willie Mullins accounting for four of the field, namely Il Etait Temps, Majborough, Energumene and Blood Destiny, with Barry Connell’s former Cheltenham Festival winner, Marine Nationale the other contestant.

The enigmatic Majborough with Mark Walsh in the saddle, and the Seán Flanagan-ridden Marine Nationale dominated the early stages of the Grade 1 race as they set the tempo out front.

Cheltenham hero Il Etait Temps follows up in the @williamhillire Champion Chase! @punchestownrace pic.twitter.com/cMLNnHW5kZ

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Paul Townend on the race favourite, Il Etait Temps, and Danny Mullins on the 12-year-old Energumene, for whom it would be his final race, were third and fourth, with Brian Hayes and Blood Destiny bringing up the rear.

As the pace increased on entering the home straight, Lisgoold-born Townend came with his challenge on the grey son of the late Jukebox Jury. The victory for the French-bred never looked in doubt as he ran out a five-length victor over Marine Nationale, the only Irish-bred in the race.

“You can take nothing away from the winner.”@swflanagan7 on Marine Nationale and “a nice race” from the returning star after the pair finish second in the @williamhillire Champion Chase @punchestownrace pic.twitter.com/IVrYG7S8qz

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The brave Energumene took third on his final racecourse appearance, 23 lengths behind the runner-up. Majborough was a further 10 lengths behind in fourth position, with Blood Destiny last home, a further 19 lengths adrift of the J.P. McManus-owned Majborough.

Willie Mullins pays tribute to the 12yo Energumene after the fantastic chaser is retired after his third in the William Hill Champion Chase at @punchestownrace pic.twitter.com/D0WK1XLo77

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Paris Saint-Germain secured a thrilling 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich in an action-packed UEFA Champions League semi-final clash at Parc des Princes. It was an entertaining contest filled with goals, attacking football and late drama, as PSG made the most of their chances while Bayern’s relentless pressure was not enough to complete a comeback.

The statistics reflected Bayern’s dominance in several areas, but PSG’s clinical finishing and determined defending proved decisive.

Goals and major incidents

Harry Kane gave Bayern the lead in the 17th minute from the penalty spot. PSG responded quickly as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia equalised on 24 minutes after being set up by Désiré Doué.

The home side moved ahead on 33 minutes when João Neves finished from a delivery by Ousmane Dembélé.

Bayern restored parity before the break through Michael Olise, who scored in the 41st minute after an assist from Aleksandar Pavlović.

Following a VAR review deep into stoppage time, Dembélé calmly converted a penalty in the 45th minute plus added time to hand PSG a 3-2 advantage at halftime.

PSG extended their lead shortly after the restart. Kvaratskhelia grabbed his second goal in the 56th minute from Achraf Hakimi’s assist before Dembélé added another two minutes later after a pass from Doué to make it 5-2.

Bayern fought back strongly. Dayot Upamecano reduced the deficit on 65 minutes from a Joshua Kimmich assist, while Luis Díaz scored three minutes later after combining with Kane.

Another Díaz effort in the 70th minute was ruled out following a VAR review. PSG also suffered an injury setback late on as Nuno Mendes was forced off and replaced by Lucas Hernandez.

Match statistics

Bayern controlled possession with 57 per cent and registered a higher expected goals tally of 2.51 compared to PSG’s 1.91. The German side also recorded eight shots on target, while PSG managed five.

However, PSG were ruthless in front of goal, converting every shot on target into goals.

Defensively, the French champions stood firm when it mattered most, producing 29 clearances compared to Bayern’s nine. Bayern had 52 touches inside the PSG penalty area and created six major chances, but failed to convert several key opportunities.

In goal, Manuel Neuer endured a difficult evening, failing to make a save, while Matvey Safonov made two important stops for PSG.

Standout performers

Kvaratskhelia was among PSG’s best players, earning a Sofascore rating of 8.4 after scoring twice from two shots on target. Dembélé also impressed with a rating of 8.2 after contributing two goals and an assist.

Vitinha played a key role in midfield with three key passes, while João Neves combined his goal with several defensive contributions.

For Bayern, Kane delivered another strong performance, recording a goal and an assist to finish with a match rating of 8.7. Díaz also stood out with a goal and a big chance created, while Olise added a goal and troubled PSG’s defence throughout the match.