National Sports

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Billy Horschel has never won a PGA Tour event in his home state of Florida. His quest to change that is off to a fine start.

TORONTO — McLeod Bethel-Thompson's decision to play in the fledgling USFL this season didn't catch Ryan Dinwiddie by surprise.

TORONTO — Chris Overholt is stepping down as CEO of OverActive Media. The esports company says Overholt is leaving "to pursue another opportunity" but will stay on as a strategic adviser for 30 days to help the transition.

Toronto FC will be without veteran attacking midfielder Victor Vazquez for Saturday's MLS season opener at D.C. United. Coach Bob Bradley said the 36-year-old Spaniard took "a shot in the ribs" 30 minutes into a Feb.

DOHA, Qatar — Canadian tennis star Felix Auger-Aliassime defeated Spain's Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-4, 7-6 (5) Thursday at the Qatar Open, setting up a semifinal against nemesis Daniil Medvedev.

VANCOUVER — Tennis legend John McEnroe went into last year's Laver Cup an underdog.

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders signed veteran Canadian offensive lineman Jamal Campbell on Thursday. Campbell, 29, became a CFL free agent Feb. 14.

MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens have claimed veteran forward Chris Tierney off waivers as they look to plug holes in their injury-riddled lineup.

OTTAWA — Ian Moss is out as chief executive officer of Gymnastics Canada, a move that comes amid calls for leadership change at the embattled sports organization.

Toronto FC fans will see a familiar face Saturday when Toronto opens the MLS regular season at D.C. United. Alex Bono, who holds TFC records for goalkeeper wins (67) and shutouts (35), will be wearing opposition colours.