Current Sports News Briefs: Bulls G Alex Caruso Wins NBA’s Hustle Award, Tiger Woods Accepts Special Exemption into U.S. Open, Giants Beat Red Sox, Sixers Owners Block Knicks Fans, Verstappen Commits to Red Bull, Ingebrigtsen Confident for Paris Games, Emma Coburn to Miss US Olympic Trials, Medvedev Withdraws from Madrid Open, Swiatek and Sabalenka Secure Madrid Final Replay, Maradona’s Children Call for Moving Body to Mausoleum

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso was recognized for his relentless hustle on the court as he was awarded the NBA’s 2023-24 Hustle Award. Caruso’s dedication to making plays that may not always show up in the box score but contribute to his team’s success was acknowledged by the league.

In the world of golf, Tiger Woods has accepted a special exemption to compete in the upcoming U.S. Open at Pinehurst Resort and Country Club. Woods, a three-time U.S. Open champion, will be looking to add to his impressive major championship tally at the prestigious event.

On the diamond, Mike Yastrzemski’s solo home run helped the San Francisco Giants secure a victory over the Boston Red Sox, preventing a series sweep. Yastrzemski’s homer was a special moment as he was visited by his legendary grandfather, Carl Yastrzemski, before the game.

In basketball, the owners of the Philadelphia 76ers took action to limit the presence of New York Knicks fans at Game 6 by purchasing over 2,000 tickets. The move was made in response to Sixers star Joel Embiid’s frustration with the loud support for the opposing team in their previous matchup.

Formula One star Max Verstappen reaffirmed his commitment to Red Bull Racing, calling it his home despite recent speculation about his future. However, he left the door open by teasing that “you never know what life holds.”

In athletics, defending Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen expressed confidence in his ability to defend his title in Paris as long as he stays healthy. Meanwhile, steeplechaser Emma Coburn will miss the U.S. Olympic trials after breaking her ankle during a recent competition.

In tennis, Daniil Medvedev withdrew from the Madrid Open due to a groin injury, allowing Czech player Jiri Lehecka to advance to the semi-finals. Top seed Iga Swiatek and defending champion Aryna Sabalenka also secured their spots in the final after impressive victories in their respective matches.

Lastly, Diego Maradona’s children have requested to move their father’s remains to a safer location for fans to pay tribute in a mausoleum. Maradona’s legacy continues to be honored by his family and fans around the world.