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Juventus close in on Locatelli extension until 2030 with pay rise
Juventus are set to secure the long-term future of Manuel Locatelli, with an agreement in place to extend his contract until 2030. sportbet.reviews
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The Italy international’s current deal, which was due to expire in 2028, will be extended by a further two years, while also including a salary increase from €3m to €4m per season, according to CalcioMercato.
The official signing is expected to take place on April 17.
BERGAMO, ITALY – APRIL 11: Charles De Ketelaere of Atalanta is challenged by Manuel Locatelli of Juventus during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Juventus at Gewiss Stadium on April 11, 2026 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Pier Marco Tacca/Getty Images)
Locatelli renewal is huge boost for Juventus
Locatelli joined Juventus from Sassuolo in 2021 for €37.5m, having previously come through the ranks at AC Milan. Since arriving in Turin, he has made 224 appearances, contributing nine goals and 17 assists, and played a key role in the club’s Coppa Italia triumph in 2024.
At international level, he has earned 36 caps for the Italy national team, scoring three goals and being part of the squad that won Euro 2020.
Locatelli’s renewal is the latest in a series of key extensions for Juventus, following new deals for Kenan Yildiz, Weston McKennie and head coach Luciano Spalletti.
Attention will now turn to the future of Dusan Vlahovic, whose current contract is due to expire in 2026 and remains unresolved.
2026 PGA Championship Odds: Favorites & Trends
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With the Masters in the rearview, the PGA Championship is next on the major championship docket, and that means a trip to Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
Below you'll find up-to-date PGA Championship odds, plus information on the favorites, the course, and more.
PGA Championship odds
| Golfer |  |
|---|---|
 Scottie Scheffler | +350 |
 Rory McIlroy | +700 |
 Bryson DeChambeau | +1000 |
 Jon Rahm | +1400 |
 Xander Schauffele | +1600 |
 Cameron Young | +2000 |
 Ludvig Åberg | +2200 |
 Tommy Fleetwood | +2200 |
 Collin Morikawa | +2500 |
 Justin Thomas | +2800 |
 Brooks Koepka | +3300 |
 Justin Rose | +3300 |
 Matt Fitzpatrick | +3300 |
 Viktor Hovland | +3300 |
Odds courtesy of BetMGM on April 15.
PGA Championship favorites
Scottie Scheffler (+350)
Scottie Scheffler has been fetching short odds at all four majors for nearly two years, and that hasn't changed in 2026. The World No. 1 lapped the field a year ago, winning by five shots at Quail Hollow, and he's finished inside the Top 10 four other times since his PGA Championship debut in 2020.
Rory McIlroy (+700)
The back-to-back Masters champ finished T47 at Quail Hollow last year despite entering the week as a popular choice at a course he's won on many times before. Still, the two-time champ is in great form, and he did finish T12, T7, and eighth in the three previous editions of the PGA.
Aronimink Golf Club course info
Aronimink Golf Club is a Donald Ross-designed track in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, that plays as a Par 70 at nearly 7,300 yards. The course last hosted the PGA Championship in 1962 and has hosted the 2003 Senior PGA and 2020 Women's PGA since then.
PGA Championship past winner odds
Six of the last eight winners closed with 20/1 odds or shorter, including Brooks Koepka three times (18/1, 10/1, and 20/1). With that said, we've also seen massive longshots win over the last 20 years, including Phil Mickelson in 2021 (200/1) and Keegan Bradley in 2011 (150/1).
| Year | Golfer | Closing odds |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Scottie Scheffler | +650 |
| 2024 | Xander Schauffele | +1400 |
| 2023 | Brooks Koepka | +2000 |
| 2022 | Justin Thomas | +1600 |
| 2021 |  Phil Mickelson | +20000 |
| 2020 | Collin Morikawa | +3000 |
| 2019 | Brooks Koepka | +1000 |
| 2018 | Brooks Koepka | +1800 |
| 2017 | Justin Thomas | +3500 |
| 2016 |  Jimmy Walker | +12500 |
| 2015 |  Jason Day | +1200 |
Closing odds courtesy of SportsOddsHistory.
How to bet on the PGA Championship
The PGA Championship is one of the most bet golf events of the year, so naturally, many will be placing their first golf bets on the tournament. If that happens to be you, we've got you covered with our beginner's guide to how to bet on golf.
The most popular way to bet on golf is by simply picking the winner, which is referred to as an outright. There are plenty of other ways to wager on most golf betting sites, however, including top finishers, head-to-head matchups, and plenty of props.
More major championship odds
| Event | Favorite | |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Open odds | Scottie Scheffler | +350 |
| Open Championship odds | Scottie Scheffler | +400 |
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of April 15.
PGA Championship odds FAQs
Who has the best odds to win the 2026 PGA Championship?
Scottie Scheffler has the best odds to win the 2026 PGA Championship at +350. That's an implied probability of 22%. Remember, odds are subject to change, so the favorite can shift as results and news move the market.
How often are 2026 PGA Championship odds updated?
Books can adjust PGA Championship futures at any time, especially after PGA Tour events, major news, or heavy betting action. On this page, the odds shown reflect the timestamp listed in the odds table. If you’re comparing prices, refresh the page and check the book’s current listing.
Do betting favorites usually win the PGA Championship?
Not always. PGA Championship outrights are a deep market, and even elite players win at a low rate in a single-event sample. Historically, many winners come from the short-to-mid range rather than the single shortest favorite. Use favorites as a starting point, then compare price to course fit, current form, and alternative markets like Top 10/Top 20.
What’s the best way to bet the PGA Championship besides outrights?
If you don’t want the volatility of an outright, consider Top 5/Top 10/Top 20 finisher bets or head-to-head matchups, which can better reflect form and course fit. Props can also offer angles without needing the winner.
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LaMelo Ball does not deserve a suspension for 'dirty' Bam Adebayo play
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball hit a go-ahead basket to lead his team to an overtime victory over the Miami Heat during the play-in tournament.
Earlier in the game, during the second quarter, Ball hit the hardwood after driving to the basket. While he was on the floor, it appeared Ball may have pulled down Bam Adebayo in the process. The big man, who scored 83 points in a single game earlier this season, left the game with injury and was not able to return.
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said it was a "stupid play" during a rant after the loss. Ball had a slightly unconvincing excuse for what happened.
Many have argued that Ball should have been ejected for what happened during this unfortunate moment.
While that is possibly true (even if it would have robbed fans of an exciting go-ahead shot in extra rime) about Ball, that does not mean he deserves a suspension.
Sources: NBA to review Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball for taking out ankle of Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo in 2nd Q, resulting in hard spill and back injury that cost him rest of crucial do-or-die play-in contest. Ruling expected before Hornets’ final play-in bout on Friday. pic.twitter.com/o6z9FwFziA
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) April 15, 2026
The league will investigate the incident and a ruling is expected before Friday when the Hornets play the loser of the play-in game between the Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers.
Some have argued that Ball was simply avoiding getting stepped on and it would have been difficult for him to actually take the 255-pound Adebayo down from the floor using just his left hand.
As noted by ESPN's Iman Shumpert, who played 10 seasons in the NBA, moments like these are unfortunate but do happen.
NBA on Prime's Dirk Nowitzki said it was a "tough coincidence" but did not deserve an ejection or suspension. Longtime Miami Heat big man Udonis Haslem agreed, stating he did not think Ball is a dirty basketball player.
Basketball fans want to see Ball play in the next game of the play-in tournament and he deserves a shot on the court.
This article originally appeared on For The Win: LaMelo Ball does not deserve a suspension for 'dirty' Bam Adebayo play
Mel Kiper Drops Final Mock Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft is just one week from tomorrow, and the mock drafts are going to be coming fast and furious over the course of the next eight days or so. One exception to that, apparently, is going to be one Mel Kiper. . .dramatic pause. . .draft expert. Over at ESPN, he has dropped what will apparently be his final mock draft before the real thing hits on 23 April, so let’s see what he has projected for our Minnesota Vikings.
In the first round, just like pretty much every other mock draft out there, he has the Vikings taking Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman. Do you think he mentioned Harrison Smith in his justification? Let’s find out.
Along with many evaluators, I’ve been projecting Thieneman to Minnesota since before the combine. There’s still uncertainty around Harrison Smith‘s status, but it’s sort of irrelevant because the Vikings have to start planning for the future at safety whether or not Smith is back there in 2026. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores would have Thieneman lined up all over the place to create havoc. He can create turnovers (eight career interceptions), too.
He sure did mention the Hitman! Because. . .well, that’s the immediate, obvious comparison for the immediate, obvious reasons that are so immediate and obvious that we’re not going to mention them here. But, in all seriousness, Thieneman would be a solid pick for the Vikings, and safety is a spot that could use some shoring up whether Smith decides he’s coming back for a fifteenth season in purple or not. Will it play out that way? There are at least a few rumblings out there that Thieneman might not make it to #18, so we’ll have to see what happens.
Moving on to the second round, Kiper has a bit of a curious pick for the Vikings, as he has them selecting Arkansas running back Mike Washington Jr.
Aaron Jones Sr. and Jordan Mason are on expiring deals, and Washington’s 4.33 speed would add another element to the offense (which also now features Kyler Murray’s mobility under center). Washington ran for 1,070 yards and eight touchdowns last season, and he added 28 catches out of the backfield.
I. . .don’t know about this one, honestly. I’m sure Washington is a solid back and everything, but with Jones and Mason both back for the Vikings this coming season, surely there’s a better use of resources for the Vikings than taking a running back in Round 2. Kiper’s mock as the Packers taking Clemson CB Avieon Terrell (the younger brother of Falcons’ standout A.J. Terrell and, at one time, a projected first-rounder) three picks after the Vikings take Washington, and the Broncos taking Florida DT Caleb Banks down towards the bottom of the second round. Personally, I’d rather see the Vikings take one of those two guys in that spot and have them address the running back situation later on.
As always, however, your mileage may vary.
What do you think of Mel Kiper’s (apparent) final mock draft of this 2026 Draft season, folks? Let us know your opinion in the comment section below!