News· The Best Actor race at the 98th Academy Awards is shaping up as one of the night’s most unpredictable contests, with several performers in strong contention, BBC News Reports. Michael B. Jordan’s performance in “Sinners” has gained late momentum after recent awards wins, while Timothée Chalamet and others remain firmly in the mix heading into Sunday's ceremony.
News· Rory McIlroy said a back injury is improving but a final decision on defending his Players Championship title at TPC Sawgrass will likely come shortly before his scheduled tee time, BBC Sport Reports. The Northern Irish golfer withdrew from the Arnold Palmer Invitational after aggravating the injury but said the issue is muscular and improving as he prepares for a potential return.
News· The 98th Academy Awards take place Sunday in Los Angeles, with the Best Picture race widely seen as a showdown between 'One Battle After Another' and 'Sinners,' KTLA Reports. Paul Thomas Anderson's political comedy-thriller built early momentum during awards season, while Ryan Coogler's vampire drama gained attention with 16 nominations and a major ensemble win at the Actor Awards.
News· The Indian Wells women’s final will feature another showdown between the world’s top-ranked player and the world No. 3 after both advanced with straight-set semifinal victories, BBC News reports. The matchup marks their third final meeting in just over four months as the rivals renew one of the sport's most competitive recent title clashes.
News· The 98th Academy Awards will take place Sunday evening in Hollywood, with the ceremony airing at 7 p.m. ET on ABC, Boston.com Reports. The event will honor films across major categories including Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Actress during one of the film industry's biggest nights.
News· Minnesota travels to face Oklahoma City at 1:00 p.m ET Sunday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, The Oklahoman reports. Oklahoma City enters the matchup after a close home win earlier in the week, while Minnesota arrives following a road victory on Friday.
News· The 68-team field for the men’s national college basketball tournament will be announced at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, giving fans their first look at the full bracket, USA TODAY Reports. The reveal comes after most conference championship games wrapped up this weekend, allowing teams and fans to begin preparing for the opening round matchups.