American professional golfer, LIV Golf player with two U.S. Open titles
Fleetwood is chasing a maiden Open title at Royal Birkdale as Sam Burns leads with Lucas Herbert and DeChambeau in pursuit. The local favourite has two late bogeys in round three that dashed the dream but remains in contention ahead of Sunday’s final round.
Rory McIlroy has posted a two-over-par 72 in round one at Royal Birkdale, with six bogeys and four birdies. He acknowledges a rough finish to day one and says he is focused on bouncing back as conditions vary and pressure builds on the early leaders.
Bryson DeChambeau has incurred a two-shot penalty for inadvertently improving the area of his intended backswing on the fifth hole at Royal Birkdale. Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns share the Open lead after a record-tying second round of 62, while DeChambeau remains five under and potentially out of contention.
The Open at Royal Birkdale has issued Bryson DeChambeau a two-stroke penalty for inadvertently improving the area of his backswing by trampling long grass. The decision is described as clear-cut by R&A officials. McIlroy condemns the late-night delay to tee-times as a poor look; Lucas Herbert leads, with Ryan Fox rising. DeChambeau says the ruling fires him up for the weekend.
Rory McIlroy has posted a solid round as the Masters focus shifts. He is chasing a weekend push after a late surge and potential eagle chances; fellow players like Burns and Herbert set the pace with 62s.
Sam Burns has surged to a 10-under par lead after a blistering 65 in the Open’s 54-hole round, capitalizing on a chaotic week marked by Bryson DeChambeau’s controversial penalty and a record-tying scoring day at Royal Birkdale. Burns, who had planned to skip the Open because of his wife’s due date, credits his family’s support for giving him the focus to chase his first major.
Ryan Fox has won The Open at Royal Birkdale, finishing one stroke ahead of Cameron Young after an 11-foot birdie on the final hole. The 39-year-old New Zealander has become only the third Kiwi to win a major, delivering a decisive, low-stress finish and confirming his rise in the majors.
Koivun has claimed the 3M Open with a record 25-under 259, finishing three strokes ahead of Scheffler. The 21-year-old, in his third pro start, preserved a bogey-free round to close out a dominant week at TPC Twin Cities, while Scheffler finishes as runner-up after a late surge.
Ryan Fox has won The Open at Royal Birkdale, finishing ten under par to secure his first Open title and New Zealand’s fourth major. The victory comes on the back of a swift final round, with Fox finishing birdie-birdie to seal victory as conditions tested players on a sunlit, windy Southport course.
The PGA Tour, DP World Tour and Asian Tour have formalised a multi-year alliance through 2029, with some events co-sanctioned again and pathways for Asian players to reach European and Challenge Tour events. The move follows LIV’s weakened position after Saudi funding shifts, and prompts reactions from players such as Rory McIlroy.
Ryan Fox has won The Open at Royal Birkdale, becoming the second New Zealander to lift the Claret Jug. He seals victory with a 12-foot birdie on the final hole after a tense Sunday, beating Cameron Young as Sam Burns faltered.
LeBron James has confirmed a move to the Philadelphia 76ers for a two-year deal. Donald Trump has publicly commented on who is the best ever, favoring Michael Jordan. The news follows James’s eight-season run with the Lakers and marks a new chapter in his career.
LIV Golf has secured multiple written commitments from blue‑chip firms that would provide anchor funding after Saudi PIF pulled support; CEO Scott O’Neil has been pursuing $250–$300m and sources say term sheets envision players holding majority equity and events continuing across five continents. Meetings are scheduled at the New Jersey event and a deal was expected in September.
Niemann has won at Trump National Bedminster, finishing 16-under after 72 holes to claim the LIV Golf season title. Rahm secures the season-long points title with one event remaining, while Harold Varner III finishes runner-up as Bryson DeChambeau and Westwood also contend in a sweltering finish.
LIV Golf has announced staff reductions as it seeks a new lead investor to fund a revamped LIV 2.0 after Saudi PIF ends its backing. The move follows the 2026 season’s end and a canceled Detroit finale, with a timetable that hinges on securing capital and obtaining player buy-in.
A provocative Novig ad featuring Sydney Sweeney in minimal clothing has drawn strong criticism from female athletes and commentators. Novig’s equity partnership with Sweeney is aimed at boosting brand visibility ahead of football season, but observers warn the stunt risks credibility and backlash alongside growing interest in sports-prediction markets.
LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in New Jersey and has agreed a restructuring with BC Partners while Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has provided $49.6m in debtor-in-possession financing. The company has listed $500m–$1bn in liabilities, plans a player-majority ownership model and aims to return in 2027.
The LIV Golf breakaway has filed for Chapter 11 in the United States as Saudi PIF withdraws backing and BC Partners steps in with financing. The move aims to preserve LIV as a going concern while reshaping ownership, with talks of a return by stars to the PGA Tour and DP World Tour as contracts are renegotiated or cancelled.
LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States, owing about $45m to players. The move signals a reboot for LIV 2.0, but the path back to the PGA Tour and DP World Tour remains uncertain as contracts, funding and format are renegotiated. Top players are weighing departures as the sport reorganises.
BC Partners Credit has committed an initial $300 million to LIV Golf’s restructuring, subject to bankruptcy court approval. The funding aims to propel LIV Golf into 2027, with a promised player-owned, globally oriented league as the core ambition. Hearings are set to address the terms and next steps as the league negotiates with creditors and players.