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2026-10-05 03:10:02

Smotherman Wins First PGA Tour Title at Bank of Utah

Austin Smotherman won the Bank of Utah Championship for his first PGA Tour victory in his 100th start, finishing at 26-under 258 to break the tournament record and secure a two-year exemption. read more

2026-09-15 12:40:03

PGA Tour Unveils Two-Tier Model for 2028 Season

PGA Tour unveils 2028 Championship and Challenger Series with new membership categories, points system, and pathways. A last-chance series offers three cards. CEO Brian Rolapp says the model preserves meritocracy and rewards performance at every career stage. Tour read more

2026-08-27 23:30:40

Good Good Golf loses PGA sponsorship after violent ad backlash

Good Good Golf withdrew from sponsoring a PGA Tour event after Callaway severed ties over a violent ad depicting a man shoving a woman. The tour proceeds in November; merchandise was pulled, and Golf Channel canceled its show. read more

2026-08-26 15:50:03

Gary Woodland Opens Up About PTSD Battle, Inspires Others

Gary Woodland, battling PTSD after brain surgery, hopes sharing his struggles helps others. He's grateful for support, credits his wife, and aims to be remembered as a great person, not just a golfer. read more

2026-08-14 01:40:08

Spieth fires 65, shares lead at FedEx playoff opener

Jordan Spieth shot a bogey-free 65 to share the FedEx St. Jude lead with four others, boosting his playoff hopes from outside the top 50. He says his game feels improved despite a winless streak. read more

2026-08-09 20:10:04

Koepka Blasts Own PGA Tour Return as Pathetic

Brooks Koepka called his first PGA Tour season back "pathetic" after missing the FedEx Cup playoffs, finishing tied for 68th at the Wyndham Championship. He cited zero top-10s, poor putting, and plans for significant changes ahead. read more

2026-06-26 20:40:05

Scheffler Shoots 60, Misses Historic 59 by Inches

Scottie Scheffler shot a 10-under 60 at the Travelers Championship, narrowly missing a sub-60 round. He leads at 16-under 124, two ahead of Viktor Hovland. Scheffler aims to reclaim victory after winning in 2022. read more

2026-06-15 04:10:10

Bud Cauley wins first PGA Tour title after near-fatal crash

Bud Cauley, 36, won his first PGA Tour title at the RBC Canadian Open, eight years after a near-fatal car accident. He closed with a 65 to finish at 17-under, beating Matt Fitzpatrick by two shots. read more

2026-05-25 00:40:08

Clark shoots stunning 60 to win CJ Cup Byron Nelson

Wyndham Clark shot a final-round 60 to win the CJ Cup Byron Nelson by three strokes, overtaking Si Woo Kim and Scottie Scheffler. His fourth PGA Tour victory included a back-nine 28 and four birdies over the final five holes. read more

2026-05-23 00:40:08

Si Woo Kim misses 59, settles for 60 at Byron Nelson

Si Woo Kim shot 11-under 60 at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, missing a 59 after a closing bogey. He made 12 birdies but stumbled on the par-4 18th, leading by five strokes. read more

2026-05-12 15:10:07

McIlroy admits he was wrong on LIV Golf deal

Rory McIlroy admitted he was wrong to push for a PGA Tour-PIF deal after PIF stopped funding LIV Golf beyond this season. He noted geopolitical shifts and risks LIV players chose, calling the situation a "precarious spot" with uncertainty ahead. read more

2026-05-03 22:50:06

Young dominates Cadillac Championship, wins by six strokes

Cameron Young won the Cadillac Championship wire-to-wire by six strokes, finishing at 19-under after a 68. He self-assessed a penalty on the second hole, remained unflappable, and earned $3.6 million, beating world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler. read more

2026-04-23 03:30:44

Novak Defends Title While Tracking NFL Draft

PGA Tour golfer Andrew Novak, defending Zurich Classic champion, is also a passionate NFL fan who co-hosts a weekly football podcast. He offers draft analysis and strong opinions, balancing his golf career with deep NFL fandom. read more

2026-04-21 00:00:39

PGA Tour Open to LIV Golfers Return, CEO Says

PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp says the circuit will consider new pathways for LIV Golf players to return, reacting to Brooks Koepka's recent comeback. He views LIV as competition that exposed areas for the Tour to improve. read more

2026-03-25 15:40:06

Houston Open Tests Power and Precision

The Texas Children's Houston Open at Memorial Park favors long drivers but is decided by precision on tricky greens. Analyst bets on Min Woo Lee, Brooks Koepka, and Keith Mitchell for top-20 finishes, citing their driving and tee-to-green skills. read more

2026-03-02 00:40:05

Echavarria Wins as Lowry Collapses

Nico Echavarria won the Cognizant Classic after Shane Lowry's late collapse. Echavarria's bogey-free weekend and a key birdie on 17 secured his third PGA Tour victory, a Masters invite, and a $1.728 million prize. read more

2026-02-25 15:50:13

Precision Over Power at Cognizant Classic

Golf betting analyst recommends Christiaan Bezuidenhout and Andrew Putnam for the Cognizant Classic, citing their precision and short-game skills suited for the challenging PGA National course. DFS advice includes fading Nicolai Højgaard due to course-fit concerns. read more

2026-02-23 02:10:08

Bridgeman Outlasts McIlroy for First PGA Tour Win

Jacob Bridgeman won his first PGA Tour title at the Genesis Invitational, holding off Rory McIlroy by one shot despite nerves on the final holes. Tournament host Tiger Woods congratulated him at storied Riviera, a course Woods never won. read more

2026-02-16 00:50:04

Morikawa Ends Drought with Dramatic Pebble Beach Win

Collin Morikawa ended a two-year PGA Tour win drought with a dramatic one-shot victory at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. He secured the win with a crucial birdie on the 18th after a tense 20-minute wait, announcing he and his wife are expecting their first child. read more

2026-02-12 03:40:05

Gotterups Meteoric Rise Hits Pebble Beach

Chris Gotterup, now world No. 5, returns to Pebble Beach as a favorite after a rapid rise. His recent Phoenix Open playoff win marks his second victory this season, fueled by newfound consistency and Northeast pride. read more

2026-01-29 04:40:13

Koepkas PGA Tour Return Signals Strategic Shift

Brooks Koepka returns to the PGA Tour at Torrey Pines, citing family reasons and expressing nervousness. His comeback, alongside Patrick Reed's announced return, signals a strategic shift for the PGA Tour to reintegrate top talent from LIV Golf. read more

2026-01-28 19:30:05

Reed Leaves LIV Golf, Returns to PGA Tour

Patrick Reed is leaving LIV Golf to return to the PGA Tour, prioritizing family and tradition. He will be eligible for FedEx Cup events in late 2026. Brooks Koepka also recently rejoined the tour. read more

2025-04-03 14:40:06

PGA Tour Rejects $1.5 Billion Offer from Saudi Investors

Dustin Johnson is among a dozen LIV golfers present at the Masters event. The PGA Tour rejects a $1.5 billion offer from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, signaling firm resolve for golf reunification despite ongoing tensions. read more

2025-03-11 18:10:46

PGA Tour Considers Sanctions to Tackle Slow Play Issue

Justin Thomas suggests naming slow players in locker rooms to address the pace of play issue in golf, supported by new sanctions proposed by the PGA Tour. Commissioner Monahan is committed to implementing changes based on player feedback. Tour read more

2025-02-20 16:00:42

"Trump to Host Golf Meeting with Key Figures at White House"

Tiger Woods and other golf officials met with Donald Trump at the White House to discuss the sport's future, including the potential return of LIV golfers to the PGA Tour. Trump's influence on the Department of Justice may play a significant role. read more

2024-06-04 20:40:11

PGA Tour player Grayson Murray, 30, passed away, leading to a moving memorial with golfers paying tribute. Scottie Scheffler recalled Murray's kindness and impact, highlighting his struggles with alcoholism and mental health. Tour read more

2024-05-26 20:30:04

Pro golfer Grayson Murray, age 30, died by suicide as revealed by his parents in a statement shared by the PGA Tour. His struggles with alcohol addiction and mental health were known, and he had withdrawn from a recent event. read more

2024-05-25 20:40:06

Professional golfer Grayson Murray, aged 30, passed away a day after withdrawing from a PGA Tour tournament due to illness. The circumstances surrounding his death remain undisclosed. Murray, a two-time PGA Tour winner, had struggled with alcohol and mental health, but had recently made a positive turnaround. Tour read more

2024-04-22 16:40:04

Scottie Scheffler continues his remarkable streak with a three-under 68 in the RBC Heritage, securing his fourth win in the last five tournaments. The American's victory extends a dominance reminiscent of Tiger Woods, marking his stellar career trajectory. dominance read more

2024-04-04 00:00:00

Pro golfers like Jon Rahm believe the split between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf is not sustainable, as it may deter fans from the sport. Rahm predicts there is potential for coexistence and an improved golfing experience for spectators. read more

2024-04-03 00:00:00

Ludvig Aberg anticipates a tense debut at the Masters. PGA Tour players are vying for the last invite, like Rory McIlroy seeking to complete a career Grand Slam. Meanwhile, LPGA's Nelly Korda pushes for her fourth consecutive win, drawing parallels to past champions. -LPGA-LIV read more