The Tony Kornheiser Show “We know that ramp”
Apr 7, 2026
Bob Ryan, veteran sportswriter known for decades covering basketball, and Doug Ferguson, AP golf reporter and Masters specialist, join the conversation. They discuss Michigan’s championship and tournament quality. They preview the Masters, debating course quirks, weather and why the tournament matters. Short takes on coaching moves, NBA MVP talk, and travel tales round out the lively show.
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Michigan Won By Controlling The Paint
- Michigan's championship was rooted in defense and paint dominance, which overcame UConn's previously high-scoring run.
- Tony notes Michigan had been scoring 90+ in five straight games yet UConn held them to 69 by limiting shots and controlling the paint.
Rome Trip Turned Cold But Still Rewarding
- Michael Wilbon recounts a cold, rain-and-snow trip to Rome that canceled the Vesuvius summit and interfered with Vatican plans during Holy Week.
- He bundled up, walked to the Milvian Bridge for Constantine history, and found brilliant food like saffron risotto that saved the day.
Augusta's Drama Outweighs Player Absences
- The Masters' narrative is altered by absences of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, but competition and tradition still dominate once play begins.
- Doug Ferguson says form matters variably at Augusta and recent champs often entered having won before, making the field feel wide open.