Reuters Sports News Summary

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Peter Uihlein, Graeme McDowell qualify for U.S. Open; 7 advance in England

Peter Uihlein, Tom Kim ​of South Korea and Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland headlined the nine players to earn ​U.S. Open tee times Monday via final qualifying in Dallas. Caleb ‌Surratt won ​a six-for-one playoff among players at 3 under that determined the final spot.

ATP roundup: Ben Shelton, Alex de Minaur win tough openers at Hamburg

World No. 6 Ben Shelton and No. 9 Alex de Minaur both survived opening-round tests at the Hamburg Open in Germany on Monday, winning in three sets over ‌unseeded opponents. Facing lucky loser Marcos Giron, second-seeded Shelton prevailed 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 (3) for his first win since capturing the title in Munich last month. As for de Minaur, the third seed, he rallied past four-time tour-level champion Francisco Cerundolo of Argentina 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 to snap a three-match skid.

Aaron Rai rises to No. 15 in world rankings, Jon Rahm to No. 12

Aaron Rai vaulted 29 spots to a career-high No. 15 in the latest ‌edition of the Official World Golf Rankings thanks to his first major championship Rai won the PGA Championship on Sunday at Aronimink Golf Club, the first Englishman to do so since 1919. Rai ‌previously had never finished better than tied for 19th at a major.

Tarik Skubal throws full bullpen session for first time since surgery

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw a full bullpen session on Monday, resuming his usual five-day routine, according to The Athletic. Skubal had surgery to remove a loose body from his left elbow on May 6.

Gerrit Cole might rejoin Yankees' rotation this week

The New York Yankees made a transaction on Monday that could pave the way for Gerrit Cole to return this weekend for his first ⁠major league ​appearance in more than a year and a half. Cole, ⁠35, has been rehabbing in the Yankees' farm system as he works his way back from the Tommy John surgery he had on his right (pitching) elbow in March 2025.

Report: Oilers receive permission to interview former Leafs coach Craig Berube

The Edmonton Oilers will ⁠reportedly interview Craig Berube for their vacant head coaching job after receiving permission from the Toronto Maple Leafs. Berube was fired by the Leafs on May 13 following two seasons with the team. The Oilers fired Kris Knoblauch on May ​13 following a loss to the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Alexander Rossi being evaluated at hospital after Indy 500 practice crash

Alexander Rossi was transported to ⁠a local hospital for evaluation after a crash with Pato O'Ward during an Indianapolis 500 practice run on Monday. Rossi, 34, was able to get out of his car without assistance, as were O'Ward and fellow driver Romain Grosjean. IndyCar's medical director Dr. Julia Vaizer told ⁠reporters ​that Rossi was alert and in good spirits.

Orioles reinstate IF Jackson Holliday; set to make season debut

The Baltimore Orioles reinstated infielder Jackson Holliday from the 10-day injured list before Monday's game against Tampa Bay in St. Petersburg, Fla. Holliday, 22, has been working his way back to the majors since fracturing a hamate bone in batting practice prior to the start of spring training in February.

Report: LIV Golf's ⁠CEO seeking potential $250M investment

LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil has started the search for two different levels of investors, while seeking as much as $250 million in investment capital beyond this year, Axios reported. Saudi Arabia started ⁠the breakout golf league in 2022 through its Public ⁠Investment Fund but will no longer provide backing to the tour after the 2026 season is completed.

Braves reinstate Ronald Acuna, Jr. (hamstring) ahead of schedule

The Atlanta Braves' timeline to see five-time All-Star outfielder Ronald Acuna, Jr.in action got moved up by one full series. The club reinstated Acuna from the 10-day injured list on ‌Monday in advance of its four-game ‌series in Miami. Due to the turf at loanDepot park, manager Walt Weiss' original plan was to wait ​until the Braves hosted the Nationals beginning on Friday.

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