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The Las Vegas Aces, owned by Mark Davis, won their third WNBA title in four years by defeating the Phoenix Mercury in the 2025 Finals, showcasing Davis's successful investment in women's basketball and contrasting his sports ownership record with the less successful Las Vegas Raiders.
The Las Vegas Aces swept the Phoenix Mercury in four games to win their third WNBA championship in four years, solidifying their status as a league dynasty, with A'ja Wilson earning Finals MVP honors.
The 2025 WNBA Finals saw a significant increase in viewership, with Game 1 becoming the most-watched in 28 years, highlighting the league's growing popularity beyond star players like Caitlin Clark, and indicating strong interest in the series despite varying game intensities.
The 2025 WNBA Finals began with Game 1 in Las Vegas, where the Las Vegas Aces narrowly defeated the Phoenix Mercury 89-86 in a dramatic finish. The series is the first best-of-seven in league history, with the Aces aiming for their third title in four years and the Mercury seeking their first since 2014. Key moments included missed free throws and injuries, with the game remaining highly competitive and closely contested until the final seconds.
The 2025 WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury is a historic best-of-seven series, with experts divided on the outcome. The Aces, aiming for their third title in four years, are slightly favored due to home-court advantage and experience, but the Mercury, returning to the Finals for the first time since 2021, are seen as strong contenders with a talented roster and recent playoff success. Predictions vary from Aces in 6 or 7 games to Mercury in 7, reflecting the series' uncertainty and competitiveness.
The Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever face off in a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA semifinals, with experts split on the outcome; the Aces are favored to win and advance to the Finals, but the Fever's resilience and recent performances make this a highly competitive matchup.
Becky Hammon criticized the excessive physicality in the WNBA playoff game between the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever, calling it out as out of control and suggesting stricter officiating in upcoming games, after the Aces' 90-68 victory that evened the series.
The Indiana Fever won Game 1 of their WNBA semifinal series against the Las Vegas Aces with an 89-73 victory, led by Kelsey Mitchell's 34 points, taking an early series advantage. The game featured strong performances from both teams, with the Fever establishing a significant lead in the third quarter and the Aces attempting a comeback, hindered by A'ja Wilson's shooting struggles. The series continues with Game 2 scheduled in Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon criticized her team's poor performance after an 81-54 loss to the Indiana Fever, calling it one of the worst games she's seen due to lack of effort, defense, and physicality, despite the Fever missing key player Caitlin Clark.
The Masters Par 3 Contest at Augusta National featured notable moments, including aces by Gary Woodland and Sepp Straka, with Rickie Fowler leading the clubhouse at 5-under 22. Players and their families enjoyed the tradition, with heartwarming scenes like Woodland celebrating his son's birdie putt. Local hero Luke List also made an ace, while golfer Scottie Scheffler, expecting his first child, expressed his commitment to leave the tournament immediately if his wife goes into labor.
Las Vegas has transformed into a premier sports city, with the addition of professional sports teams like the Golden Knights (NHL) and Aces (WNBA). The city's rise continues with the inaugural Formula One Grand Prix on the newly constructed Las Vegas Strip Circuit, featuring top athletes Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. The Raiders (NFL) have also settled in Las Vegas, and Major League Baseball owners have unanimously voted for the Athletics to relocate from Oakland to Las Vegas.
Seamus Power hits back-to-back aces in the Par 3 Contest at the Masters, becoming just the third person in history to do so consecutively. Bubba Watson, Scottie Scheffler, and Tom Hoge also hit aces during the contest. Power is playing in his second Masters and is ranked No. 34 in the Official World Golf Rankings. The Masters week is off to an incredible start.