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Rory McIlroy makes history again, captures second straight Masters victory

Rory McIlroy’s dominance at Augusta National moves him into exclusive group of back-to-back Masters champions.

Atlanta Hawks host the Boston Celtics
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Masters final surprises, disappointments: Henley ties for third on birthday

Braves shortstop Jorge Mateo (2) slides home safely against the Cleveland Guardians in the second inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Colin Hubbard for the AJC)

Braves blast Guardians for another series victory

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6A Girls Grayson vs. North Paulding
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Final girls basketball rankings: 4 first-time state champions finish No. 1

In the final girls basketball rankings after the state championships, four first-time winners finish No. 1.

4A Boys State Championship game between St. Pius X and Pace Academy
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Final boys basketball rankings: 3 first-time champions finish No. 1

St. Pius, Rabun County and Darlington won titles for the first time. Class 6A champion Wheeler won its 11th.

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Best in Georgia: 2025 AJC Varsity high school football all-state teams

Not only did the AJC Varsity name first-team all-state honorees for each GHSA classification, but it also added breakout players to watch in this year's all-state honors.

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Atlanta Braves

Braves shortstop Jorge Mateo (2) slides home safely against the Cleveland Guardians in the second inning in a MLB baseball game on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Colin Hubbard for the AJC)

Braves blast Guardians for another series victory

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MLB

Desperate for pitching help, Braves DFA Martín Pérez, recall Dylan Dodd

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Guardians blank Braves

Georgia Bulldogs

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UGA leads all college programs with 4 former players in Masters final round

Former UGA football star’s first Masters trip sparks idea for second career

BULLDOGS

Wes Johnson scoring big with UGA baseball, driving home millions in revenue

Atlanta Falcons

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NFL

Falcons exercise fifth-year option for All-Pro Bijan Robinson

NFL

Kaleb McGary, the Falcons’ expected starter at right tackle, retires

MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Accountability for James Pearce Jr. apparently won’t come from the Falcons

Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech vs. Georgia State baseball
YELLOW JACKETS

No. 2 Georgia Tech baseball continues to dominate with 12th straight victory

YELLOW JACKETS

Why Keylan Rutledge could shatter Tech’s 1st-round NFL draft glass ceiling

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech baseball sweeps California, extends its win streak to 8 games

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United's home opener versus Real Salt Lake
MLS

Atlanta United falls to 1-5-1 with loss to Chicago Fire

MLS

Atlanta United fall 3-1 to Columbus Crew, Martino ejected

Arthur Blank names president of soccer to oversee United, NWSL franchises

Atlanta Hawks

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NBA

Hawks fall to Heat, will face Knicks in first round of playoffs

NBA PLAYOFFS

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NBA

Ahead of regular-season finale, Hawks’ playoff picture coming into focus

High Schools

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AJC VARSITY

GHSA to consider bylaw changes to help it fight future lawsuits, injunctions

BULLDOGS

Where does UGA stand with the state’s top 2028 prospect? ‘I love it in Athens’

AJC VARSITY

Joseph Contreras is ‘just enjoying the moment’ ahead of MLB vs. Vandy decision

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Rory McIlroy owns Augusta, wins second straight Masters title

Masters final surprises, disappointments: Henley ties for third on birthday

Rory McIlroy makes history again, captures second straight Masters victory

PHOTOS: Masters 2026 Round 4
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Fred S. Ridley, Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters, gets ready to place the green jacket on 2026 winner Rory McIlroy after the final round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club, Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Augusta, Ga. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)
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