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**Fowler Withdraws from WM Phoenix Open Due to Illness**
Rickie Fowler has unexpectedly withdrawn from the WM Phoenix Open after falling ill, surprising fans and fellow competitors alike. This sudden exit highlights the unpredictable challenges athletes face as Fowler focuses on a swift recovery
Charles Barkley is a golf legend in his own right, having placed in the top ten in 2019, 2021, and 2022. This year, Barkley placed 10th again, recovering remarkably from Friday’s struggles with a hangover. Barkley’s resilience and skill make him a respected opponent on the green, and his determination to bounce back from setbacks inspires fellow players and fans alike.
ESPN’s unveiling of its top 100 professional athletes of the 21st century continues, with a host of renowned names filling positions 76 to 100. Legendary basketball star Shaquille O’Neal leads the pack, followed closely by soccer icon David Beckham and tennis great Serena Williams. Other notable athletes include LeBron James, Tom Brady, and Lionel Messi. The list encompasses a diverse range of sports, highlighting the extraordinary achievements of trailblazing individuals who have shaped the sporting landscape.
Mardy Fish Wins American Century Tournament
Mardy Fish, the former top-10 tennis player, has won the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
Fish shot a final round of 67 to finish at 22-under par, one stroke ahead of Mark Mulder and two strokes ahead of Tony Romo.
It is Fish’s second win in the tournament, which is played on the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course. He also won in 2016.
“It’s an honor to win this tournament,” Fish said. “It’s one of the most unique events in golf, and it’s always a lot of fun to come out here and compete against these guys.”
Fish, who retired from tennis in 2015, has been playing in the American Century Championship for the past several years.
He is one of several former professional athletes who compete in the tournament, which also includes celebrities from the worlds of entertainment and business.
Fish Leads Tahoe; Barkley Trails
John Daly and Charles Barkley, the two celebrities in the American Century Championship field, ended Friday’s second round with contrasting fortunes.
Daly, the long-hitting former major champion known as “Long John,” shot a 9-under 63 to take a two-stroke lead over the field at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.
Barkley, the Hall of Fame basketball player, struggled to a 77 and is tied for 52nd among the 87-man field.
Daly, 56, has never won the American Century Championship, but he has been a fan favorite for years. He is known for his colorful personality and his ability to hit the ball a long way.
Barkley, 59, is a first-time participant in the American Century Championship. He is a avid golfer, but he is not known for his skills on the course.
