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Renowned gambler Billy Walters writes in his book that Phil Mickelson wagered more than $1 billion in the last 30 years. Walters' book is due out on Aug. 22. The Fire Pit Collective obtained the excerpt and its stunning allegations. They include Walters telling of a conversation in which Mickelson wanted him to bet $400,000 for him on the Americans winning the 2012 Ryder Cup. Mickelson played on that team. Walters says he talked him out of it. Mickelson said in a statement Thursday that he never bet on the Ryder Cup. Walters was sentenced to five years in prison for an insider trading case that involved Mickelson as a relief defendant.

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Renowned gambler Billy Walters writes in his book that Phil Mickelson wagered more than $1 billion in the last 30 years. Walters' book is due out on Aug. 22. Firepit Collective obtained the excerpt and its stunning allegations. They include Walters telling of a conversation in which Mickelson wanted him to bet $400,000 for him on the Americans winning the 2012 Ryder Cup. Mickelson played on that team. Walters talked him out of it. He's not sure if Mickelson placed the bet. Walters was sentenced to five years for an insider trading case that involved Mickelson as a relief defendant.

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This we know: Legalized sports betting is growing. College coaches and administrators know it, as well. They’re concerned about the potential problems it means for student-athletes. Nick Saban is among those coaches. So the Alabama coach got an idea. Who would be the best person to talk to his Crimson Tide football team about the effects of gambling? His answer: Pete Rose. The all-time hits ...

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