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Forbesbusiness6 hrs ago
Notah Begay III Named 2026 Payne Stewart Award Recipient
Notah Begay III received the 2026 Payne Stewart Award during an NBC rehearsal on July 20. The four-time PGA Tour winner founded the NB3 Foundation in 2005 to support Native youth.
yahoo.compolitics7 hrs ago
White House Sends Congress List of Funding Boosts for Stopgap Patch
The White House requested increased funding for military health programs, national security systems and national parks in any stopgap measure. House Republicans seek a clean extension through Dec. 4 while Senate leaders want some exceptions included.
winnipegfreepress.comworld8 hrs ago
LPGA player Brooke Henderson engaged to minor league baseball player
LPGA star Brooke Henderson and minor league baseball player Ricky Castro announced their engagement on Instagram. The announcement followed Henderson's second-place finish at the Amundi Evian Championship in France.
Fox Newspolitics9 hrs ago
House Speaker Mike Johnson Vows Not to Adjourn Early Before Key Votes
Speaker Mike Johnson said the House will stay in session to finish work on a stock trading ban, stopgap spending measure and defense bill. The commitments come one week before the scheduled August recess.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Stefano Mazzoli Wins Corales Puntacana Championship for First PGA Tour Title
Stefano Mazzoli of Italy closed with a 6-under 66 to win the Corales Puntacana Championship by one stroke on Sunday. The 29-year-old finished at 20-under 268 and earned PGA Tour membership through 2027.
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nbcnews.compolitics1 day ago
House Lawmakers Face Packed Agenda on Funding and Defense Bills
GOP leaders plan to advance a stopgap funding bill, start work on a third reconciliation package, hold a vote on a congressional stock trading ban and take up the annual defense policy bill this week. The schedule comes before lawmakers depart for the monthlong August recess.
bleedingcool.comsports4 days ago
Netflix Series Features Will Ferrell as Aging Golfer Seeking PGA Tour Return
The show follows a former top golfer attempting a comeback on the Korn Ferry Tour. Supporting cast members include Molly Shannon, Luke Wilson, and Jimmy Tatro. The series was created by Ferrell along with Harper Steele and Chris Henchy.
en.antaranews.comsports4 days ago
Henrik Stenson PGA Tour eligibility returns August 2026 but without member status
Henrik Stenson said his PGA Tour probation concludes at the end of August 2026. He left LIV Golf in 2025 and played his final event there on August 24, 2025. Stenson plans limited play late in 2026 without guaranteed status.
winnipegfreepress.comsports5 days ago
Steven Fisk wins ISCO Championship in playoff
Steven Fisk defeated Taylor Pendrith on the third extra hole to claim his second PGA Tour title. Fisk closed with a 3-under 67 to finish at 16-under 264.
news.sky.comsports5 days ago
Rory McIlroy Urges Longer Spread for Men's Major Golf Season
McIlroy made the remarks Tuesday at Royal Birkdale ahead of the 2026 Open Championship. He cited the compressed April-to-July window that has existed since the PGA Championship moved to May seven years ago.
abcnews.go.compolitics6 days ago
Patrick Reed Leads European Tour Race to Dubai Ahead of McIlroy After Recent Wins
Patrick Reed holds the top spot in the European tour standings after recent victories. He decided against renewing his LIV Golf contract following a win in Dubai. Reed is positioned to earn a PGA Tour card for 2027.
Yonhapworld8 days ago
Ryu Hae-ran Beats Brooke Henderson in Playoff to Win Amundi Evian Championship
Ryu Hae-ran captured her second consecutive LPGA major title on July 12 by beating Brooke Henderson on the first playoff hole at Evian Resort Golf Club. Both players finished regulation at 19-under-par 265.
benzinga.comsports9 days ago
Aaron Wise Shares Mental Health Struggles in PGA Tour Video on July 11 2026
Aaron Wise described his 2023 decision to step away from golf in a PGA Tour video posted July 11. He has posted improved results in recent 2026 events after limited play in prior seasons.
abcnews.go.comsports8 days agoUpdated
Haeran Ryu Wins Evian Championship in Playoff for Second Straight Major
South Korean golfer Haeran Ryu defeated Brooke Henderson on the first extra hole Sunday to claim the Evian Championship. The victory marked her second consecutive major title after she won the Women's PGA Championship three weeks earlier.
winnipegfreepress.comsports9 days ago
Rory McIlroy Projected to Play 14 PGA Tour Events in 2026
McIlroy is making his 10th start of the year at the Genesis Scottish Open. He has told the PGA Tour he expects to fall one event short of the 15-event minimum.
winnipegfreepress.comsports9 days agoUpdated
Scottie Scheffler Misses Cut at 2025 Genesis Scottish Open, Ending 78-Event Streak
Scottie Scheffler shot 68 and 72 to finish even par at the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open, below the projected 2-under cut line. The result ends his 78-event made-cut streak on the PGA Tour.
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nypost.comsports12 days ago
PGA Tour plans restricted fields for Scottish Open from 2028
The PGA Tour is moving toward a two-tier schedule that will limit eligibility at several events. Rory McIlroy said the changes could affect the character of national Opens.
winnipegfreepress.comsports15 days ago
Chris Gotterup Wins John Deere Classic by One Stroke After Ben Kohles’ Double Bogey
Chris Gotterup overcame a five-shot deficit with a 9-under 62 to win the 2026 John Deere Classic by one stroke at TPC Deere Run. The victory marks his fourth PGA Tour title in the past 12 months and lifts him to No. 7 in the world rankings.
nypost.comsports18 days ago
Mickelson spokeswoman disputes golf club story and cites corporate ties
A spokeswoman for Phil Mickelson said a recent article contained unsupported claims about his club memberships. The statement also noted the reporting outlet's founding connection to the PGA Tour.
propublica.orgsports19 days ago
Sony Championship Moves to Waialae as PGA Tour Champions Event with $3 Million Purse
The PGA Tour and Sony announced Wednesday that the Sony Championship will run January 14-16 at Waialae Country Club as a PGA Tour Champions event with a $3 million purse. The change follows the tour's decision not to return to Maui for The Sentry.
soompi.comworld21 days ago
Ryu Hae-ran rises to No. 7 in women's world golf rankings
Ryu Hae-ran moved up five places to No. 7 after winning the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. The 25-year-old South Korean last ranked inside the top 10 on Aug. 11, 2025.
winnipegfreepress.comsports21 days ago
Aaron Rai Wins PGA Championship One Week After Fifth-Place Finish at Myrtle Beach
The 31-year-old Englishman credited his contention at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic for aiding his victory at Aronimink. Rai discussed the result and the PGA TOUR's planned 2028 two-series structure ahead of the Travelers Championship.
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bbc.co.uksports21 days agoUpdated
Haeran Ryu Wins Women's PGA Championship by Two Strokes
Haeran Ryu shot a final-round 70 to finish at 13-under par and claim her first major title. She overcame a 10-shot deficit after the opening round at Hazeltine National Golf Club.
Yonhapworld22 days ago
Ryu Hae-ran Wins KPMG Women's PGA Championship by Two Strokes
The 25-year-old South Korean closed with a 70 to finish at 13-under 275 at Hazeltine National Golf Club. She overcame a 10-shot deficit after the first round for her first major title.
sportsnet.casports22 days ago
Haeran Ryu Takes Lead, Ina Yoon Falls Back After Women's PGA Third Round
Ryu shot 4-under 68 at Hazeltine to move ahead of Brooke Henderson. Ina Yoon, who led by five shots entering the round, finished two shots back after a 75.
yardbarker.comsports22 days agoUpdated
KPMG Women's PGA Championship Final Round Resumes After Weather Delay
The final round at Hazeltine National Golf Club restarted just before noon ET on Sunday following a nearly four-hour suspension. South Korea's Haeran Ryu maintained a one-stroke lead at 11 under par.
GB Newssports22 days ago
PGA Tour Will Not Penalize McIlroy for Finishing One Event Short of Minimum
GB News reported that Rory McIlroy has played nine PGA Tour events this season and is projected to finish at 14 even after the FedEx Cup Playoffs. The tour contacted a reporter to confirm that its handbook allows a waiver for foreign members under extraordinary circumstances.
abcnews.go.comsports23 days ago
Ina Yoon Leads Women's PGA Championship by Five Strokes After 36 Holes
Ina Yoon shot a second-round 69 to reach 12 under par and open a five-stroke lead at Hazeltine National Golf Club. Nelly Korda sits six shots back in a tie for sixth.
abcnews.go.comsports23 days ago
Scheffler Shoots 60 to Lead Travelers Championship
Scottie Scheffler posted a 10-under 60 on Friday to take the solo lead at the Travelers Championship. He recorded 11 birdies and one bogey and became the first PGA Tour player to shoot every score from 59 to 79 without an 80 or higher.
Nbc Sportssports24 days ago
Nelly Korda shoots 2-under 70 in first round at Women's PGA Championship
The world number one opened with a 70 at Hazeltine National and sits seven strokes behind the leader after 18 holes. She traded autographs with young fans wearing custom jerseys and said the support was a first for her at a tournament.
japantimes.co.jpsports24 days ago
South Korean golfer leads Women's PGA Championship after first round
Ina Yoon posted a nine-under-par 63 to take a two-shot lead at the Women's PGA Championship. Nellie Korda sits 19th after a double bogey on the 16th hole.
thejournal.iesports25 days ago
PGA Tour to Split Schedule into Championship and Challenger Series Starting in 2028
Brian Rolapp announced a two-tier structure with minimum field sizes, purses and cuts. Collin Morikawa said players have not voiced opposition and called the format changes positive.
ESPNsports26 days ago
PGA Tour to Split Events into Two Circuits with Promotion and Relegation Starting in 2028
The PGA Tour announced Tuesday a new competitive structure that will divide events into separate circuits with promotion and relegation. The Championship Series will feature larger fields and 36-hole cuts while the postseason will include match-play events. Changes take effect in…
ESPNsports27 days ago
PGA Tour Sets Two-Series Structure With Promotion and Relegation Starting in 2028
The PGA Tour Policy Board and PGA Tour Enterprises Board approved a new competitive model on Monday featuring concurrent Championship and Challenger series. The changes take effect in 2028 and include minimum purses of $20 million for signature events.
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espn.comsports27 days ago
Brian Rolapp to Become PGA Tour Commissioner on January 1
PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp will assume the commissioner role on January 1 after Jay Monahan steps down at the end of the year. The transition follows Rolapp's introduction of competitive model changes set for 2028.
nypost.comsports27 days ago
Tiger Woods Appears at PGA Tour Press Conference
Tiger Woods spoke at a PGA Tour press conference Tuesday morning in his first public appearance since a March arrest. He delivered prepared remarks on the Future Competition Committee before introducing the tour's new commissioner.
The Guardianpolitics27 days ago
PGA Tour approves two-tier system with promotion and relegation from 2028
The PGA Tour will launch an elite Championship Series and a Challenger Series beginning in 2028. The new structure adds promotion and relegation between the two levels and sets minimum field sizes and prize funds.
New York Postsports27 days ago
Woods Speaks at PGA Tour Event on Future Competition Model
Woods made his first public appearance since an arrest at a PGA Tour press conference. He delivered prepared remarks on a new competitive model set to begin in 2028 and did not address the arrest or answer questions.
ESPNsports27 days ago
PGA Tour Creates Two-Tier Model With Championship and Challenger Series Starting in 2028
The PGA Tour approved a new two-tier competitive structure on June 22, 2026. The Championship Series and Challenger Series will run concurrently starting in 2028 with promotion and retention rules based on performance. ESPN reported the details from the announcement at TPC River…
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KPMG Women's PGA Championship Opens Thursday at Hazeltine National Golf Club
The third major of the 2026 LPGA season begins Thursday in Minnesota with a record $13 million purse. Twenty-one South Korean players enter the 156-player field seeking to end a two-year major drought.
tokyoweekender.comsports29 days ago
Miyu Yamashita Wins Meijer LPGA Classic in Playoff
The 24-year-old Japanese player shot 64 to force extra holes and won with a 3-foot putt after Lottie Woad missed from the same distance at regulation's end.
ESPNsports29 days ago
Yan Holds One-Shot Lead After Third Round of Meijer LPGA Classic
Jing Yan posted a bogey-free 68 on Saturday and leads the Meijer LPGA Classic by one stroke after three rounds at Blythefield Country Club.
nypost.comsports30 days ago
Jing Yan Shoots 66 to Lead Meijer LPGA Classic After Two Rounds
Jing Yan posted a bogey-free 66 on Friday at Blythefield Country Club to reach 10 under par and take the second-round lead in the Meijer LPGA Classic.
CBS Sportssports31 days ago
Justin Thomas Posts 68 in Round 2 at 2026 U.S. Open
The 33-year-old American sits inside the top 10 after rounds of 71 and 68 at Shinnecock Hills. He has made nine cuts in a row on the PGA Tour since returning from back surgery.
medium.compolitics31 days ago
Golf Ball Distance Rules Delayed to 2030 Instead of 2028
The R&A, United States Golf Association, DP World Tour and PGA announced on June 18 that distance regulations planned for 2028 will now take effect in 2030. President Trump called the delay a big victory on Truth Social.
yardbarker.comsports32 days ago
Yan Liu shoots 66 to lead Meijer LPGA Classic by one shot
Yan Liu of China posted a 6-under 66 in windy conditions to hold a one-shot lead after the first round at Blythefield Country Club. American Jessica Porvasnik and Cassie Porter of Australia are tied for second. Liu, who remains winless on the LPGA Tour, closed with a birdie on th…
citizen.co.zasports32 days agoUpdated
Scheffler One Win From Career Grand Slam at 2026 U.S. Open, Says Slam Not a Motivating Factor
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, seeking his first U.S. Open title at Shinnecock Hills, said Tuesday the career Grand Slam has never driven him. He enters the event winless in his last 11 PGA Tour starts.
yardbarker.comsports32 days ago
Golf Ball Rollback Set for Single Implementation in January 2030
The USGA and R&A, in a joint statement with the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, confirmed the Overall Distance Standard change will apply across the game in January 2030. The announcement followed discussions that produced three agreed outcomes.
ESPNsports34 days ago
McIlroy Says PGA Tour Track Two Events Risk Losing Stature
Rory McIlroy warned that proposed Track Two tournaments could become glorified Korn Ferry events if sponsors do not commit $30 million. The policy board is scheduled to vote on the two-track model June 22.
sportsnet.casports35 days agoUpdated
Bud Cauley Wins RBC Canadian Open for First PGA Tour Title
The 36-year-old closed with a 5-under 65 to finish at 17-under 263 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, eight years after a car accident that nearly ended his career.
Forbessports37 days ago
PGA Tour Superstore Installs Simulator Showrooms in All 82 Stores
The retailer now offers dedicated indoor spaces in every location for customers to demo residential, outdoor, and commercial golf simulator systems.
yardbarker.comsports38 days ago
Jackson Koivun to Turn Pro After U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills
The world's top-ranked amateur will finish his college career at the U.S. Open before making his PGA Tour debut at the John Deere Classic.
sportsnet.casports39 days ago
Kohles Wins Korn Ferry Event in Greenville and Earns Spot in RBC Canadian Open
Kohles secured his third PGA TOUR card in 2023, lost it after finishing 145th on the FedExCup, and this week won on the Korn Ferry Tour before entering the RBC Canadian Open.
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yardbarker.comsports41 days ago
Flight diverted for mid-flight medical emergency; seven PGA Tour Americas players reach U.S. Open qualifier venue after overnight delay
A medical emergency forced a Mexico City-to-Miami flight carrying seven PGA Tour Americas players to land in Veracruz. Only Chris Nido reached BallenIsles Country Club in time for U.S. Open final qualifying.
yardbarker.comsports42 days ago
Bill Haas Shoots 63 in U.S. Open Qualifying With Son on Bag but Falls Short of Advancing
The six-time PGA Tour winner competed in 36-hole final qualifying on June 8, 2026, in North Carolina. His son Will caddied during the round.
ESPNsports43 days ago
Nelly Korda Wins 2026 U.S. Women's Open by One Stroke
Nelly Korda recorded a one-stroke victory at the 2026 U.S. Women's Open. The tournament has been held annually since 1946 and carries the largest purse on the LPGA Tour.
ESPNsports43 days ago
Golfer wins Memorial tournament in playoff for fourth career victory
A player captured his fourth PGA Tour win and first of the 2026 season after defeating opponents in a playoff at the Memorial tournament. The result marks his first victory of the current season.
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ESPNsports47 days ago
PGA Tour Proposes Two-Tier Competition Model for 2028 With Limited Promotion to Top Events
PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp said June 3 that a proposed structure with two tournament tracks could take effect in 2028. Details remain under discussion with player committees.
yardbarker.comsports49 days ago
Lexi Thompson, 31, Will Miss U.S. Women's Open for First Time Since 2007 After Failing to Qualify
Lexi Thompson will not compete in the 2026 U.S. Women's Open at Riviera Country Club. The 31-year-old posted on Instagram that she missed qualifying after a part-time LPGA schedule.
winnipegfreepress.comsports49 days ago
Sentry Insurance Replaces Farmers as Title Sponsor of PGA Tour Event at Torrey Pines Starting in 2027
Wisconsin-based Sentry Insurance will become the new title sponsor of the PGA Tour tournament at Torrey Pines in San Diego. The event moves from Kapalua after eight years and will be played January 27-30, 2027.