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Chip Sullivan, golfer and instructor 'loved by so many,' dies at 61

Chip Sullivan, golfer and instructor 'loved by so many,' dies at 61

  • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times

Chip Sullivan, a longtime PGA director of golf in the Roanoke Valley who made PGA Tour starts spanning a quarter of a century, died Friday. He was 61.

Iran’s sports minister says country can’t take part in World Cup because of US attacks

Iran’s sports minister says country can’t take part in World Cup because of US attacks

  • The Associated Press

Iran's sports and youth minister said that the country is in no position to take part in the World Cup after the U.S. killed its supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

FIFA World Cup Games: Iran will not play in Seattle due to war

FIFA World Cup Games: Iran will not play in Seattle due to war

  • Fox - Seattle

It appears Iran will not compete in the FIFA World Cup, including a match set to happen in Seattle.

From Richmond to Budapest, Kickers sell local talent Garnett for historic six-figure fee

From Richmond to Budapest, Kickers sell local talent Garnett for historic six-figure fee

  • ZACH JOACHIM Richmond Times-Dispatch

Last week, the Kickers completed the sale of Garnett, a Richmond native and Trinity Episcopal alumnus, to Ferencvárosi for a USL League One record fee in excess of $100,000.

Virginia 250 car project taps Kyle Petty, UVa engineers for record run

Virginia 250 car project taps Kyle Petty, UVa engineers for record run

  • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

At Arrington Engines, a Virginia 250 partnership meeting blends local history, student innovation, and a high-speed plan to break the stock-car land-speed record.

Charlotte Motor Speedway goes back to oval layout for fall NASCAR races

Charlotte Motor Speedway goes back to oval layout for fall NASCAR races

  • Staff Report

For the first time in nearly a decade, the fall NASCAR race weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway will return to the 1.5-mile oval.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. brought his own shovel to help clean up Bowman Gray Stadium

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. brought his own shovel to help clean up Bowman Gray Stadium

  • JOHN DELL Winston-Salem Journal

The Cook Out Clash was moved to Wednesday and Stenhouse and fellow driver Todd Gilliland helped on Monday morning

Why is Bowman Gray Stadium called The Madhouse?

Why is Bowman Gray Stadium called The Madhouse?

    The nickname goes back to the 1950's and it's stuck all these years later.

    Wendell Scott's 1937 Ford Modified on display at NASCAR exhibit

    Wendell Scott's 1937 Ford Modified on display at NASCAR exhibit

      The 1937 Ford Modified that Danville legend Wendell Scott once drove is on display at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina.

      Martinsville Speedway president excited about NASCAR playoff format changes, what that could mean for track's fall race

      Martinsville Speedway president excited about NASCAR playoff format changes, what that could mean for track's fall race

        In a phone interview with the Bulletin, Martinsville Speedway president Clay Campbell applauded NASCAR’s move to change the playoff format, and said it will bring more excitement to the track's fall race.

        Major League Fishing from Smith Mountain Lake to air Sunday on CBS

        Major League Fishing from Smith Mountain Lake to air Sunday on CBS

          After America's best anglers hit the water at Smith Mountain Lake in May, they're finally hitting the airwaves.

          Martinsville Speedway to host run festival and toy drive

          Martinsville Speedway to host run festival and toy drive

            Martinsville Speedway will once again host the Holiday Run Festival on Dec. 6, the same day as the annual Christmas Track Laps for Toy Drive event at the famed short track. 

            Bristol, Virginia ties prominent in Christy Salters Martin biopic with Sydney Sweeney

            Bristol, Virginia ties prominent in Christy Salters Martin biopic with Sydney Sweeney

              She lived and trained in this city on the Tennessee-Virginia border for a couple of years. Bristol was a good place to lace up the gloves for Martin.

              Marco Andretti retires, ending era for famous family at Indy 500

              Marco Andretti retires, ending era for famous family at Indy 500

                Marco Andretti said Wednesday he is retiring from racing, a decision that likely means the “Andretti Curse” at the Indianapolis 500 will never end.

                The tradition of the grandfather clock at Martinsville Speedway continues

                The tradition of the grandfather clock at Martinsville Speedway continues

                Martinsville Speedway came close this year to losing one of its most treasured traditions: the awarding of the coveted grandfather clock to the winner of the race.

                'I couldn't write it down how we did it, but I know we did it': Wood Brothers Racing celebrates 75 years

                'I couldn't write it down how we did it, but I know we did it': Wood Brothers Racing celebrates 75 years

                Wood Brothers Racing is celebrating its 75th anniversary and the team will have a fan day in Stuart on Friday. Past and present members of the team spoke with the Bulletin about how they made it 75 years in NASCAR.

                Commentary: NASCAR TV ratings crash and burn

                Commentary: NASCAR TV ratings crash and burn

                The biggest issue in the room deals with television ratings. While the average fan may not care about the numbers, corporate advertisers and television executives certainly take notice.

                Landon Pembelton beats the best on the way to win at Martinsville Speedway

                Landon Pembelton beats the best on the way to win at Martinsville Speedway

                Landon Pembelton celebrated his second ValleyStar Credit Union 300 win at Martinsville Speedway on Saturday, besting Lee Pulliam by just 0.024 seconds.

                NASCAR driver, fifth graders 'paint the turtles' at Charlotte Motor Speedway

                NASCAR driver, fifth graders 'paint the turtles' at Charlotte Motor Speedway

                CONCORD, N.C. — NASCAR Cup Series playoff driver Chase Briscoe joined 30 local fifth graders at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Monday for the fifth annual Paint the Turtles event, ahead of the Oct. 5 Bank of America ROVAL 400.

                Golfing stars say tennis champions, like Alcaraz, have game on links

                Golfing stars say tennis champions, like Alcaraz, have game on links

                Carlos Alcaraz is among the tennis stars getting into the swing of things at the U.S. Open. A golf swing, that is.

                The US Open dating show: How Grand Slam tennis tournaments are shooting for a Gen Z audience

                The US Open dating show: How Grand Slam tennis tournaments are shooting for a Gen Z audience

                Over the course of the past week, eight couples have gone on their first dates across the U.S. Open's grounds — on camera.

                US Open tennis players don't necessarily think more is better

                US Open tennis players don't necessarily think more is better

                US Open tennis players don't necessarily think more is better.

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                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

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                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

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                Sharapova, Bryan Brothers enter tennis hall, with surprise appearance by Serena Williams

                Sharapova, Bryan Brothers enter tennis hall, with surprise appearance by Serena Williams

                Williams surprised the crowd and honored Sharapova as a “former rival, former fan and forever friend.” She praised Sharapova for pushing her to be her best. 

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                Venus Williams is back at the U.S. Open for the first time in two years. She is the oldest player to compete in singles in New York since 1981.

                NASCAR's 2026 schedule shake-up: New street race, Chicagoland's return, and more

                NASCAR in 2026 will race on a new street course in San Diego, return Chicagoland Speedway to the schedule, move the All-Star race to Dover, Delaware, and end its 38-race season back at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

                Dillon earns redemption, wins back-to-back Richmond Cup races after last year's controversy

                Dillon earns redemption, wins back-to-back Richmond Cup races after last year's controversy

                As a sold out crowd at Richmond Raceway roared under the lights, Austin Dillon crossed the finish line to secure a NASCAR Cup victory and more importantly — redemption.

                Dillon, Logano return to Richmond for Cook Out 400 after controversial finish a year ago

                Dillon, Logano return to Richmond for Cook Out 400 after controversial finish a year ago

                As the NASCAR playoffs near, drivers get desperate for a win, which was the case last season as Austin Dillon wrecked his way to the checkered flag.

                5 things to know about NASCAR Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway

                5 things to know about NASCAR Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway

                NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 returns to Richmond for first time since losing spring race. It is also the second-to-last before playoffs start.

                How to watch the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway

                How to watch the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway

                Here is what you need to know about the Cook Out 400 and how to watch the race.

                'Saturday night racing is essential for our Richmond fans': Richmond Raceway's Lori Waran talks NASCAR's return this week

                'Saturday night racing is essential for our Richmond fans': Richmond Raceway's Lori Waran talks NASCAR's return this week

                Richmond Raceway will only host one NASCAR race this season, but track president Lori Waran and her team are turning the disappointment into a positive as they prepare to host three races this weekend.

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