North American pro-golf organizer; runs PGA Tour, Tour Championship, FedEx Cup
The PGA Tour has detailed a two-tier structure starting in 2028, creating a Championship Series and a Challenger Series, with a Last Chance Series offering three cards. The DP World Tour’s role remains under discussion as talks continue about how it links to the new format. Major past winners will secure longer exemptions, while the pathway for DP World Tour players remains under negotiation.
Rory McIlroy says the Irish Open will feel different with Donald Trump visiting Doonbeg, but he and other players are focused on a tough course. Security will be heightened, crowds may be limited, and the event sits at the center of a complex mix of politics and sport as the tour travels to Ireland.
Tech stocks led a cautious rebound after Micron’s forecast topped estimates, helping Nasdaq futures claw back losses and easing fear over AI-driven demand. Investors are watching for further data and central-bank cues.
The East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C. is set for major renovations, with President Trump stating plans to begin Sept. 1. A court case challenges the overhaul, and officials say plans are still under review. The project is part of a broader push to reshape public spaces in the capital.
NZ golfer has won The Open at Royal Birkdale after a gripping final-day battle. He beat Burns by one shot after a clutch 12-foot putt on the final green. Dean has qualified for the Open via Last Chance Qualifier and is set to make his third appearance.
English hopes of ending the Open drought in England are rising as Fleetwood, Fitzpatrick and other homegrown players pursue glory at Royal Birkdale. The Open is returning to English soil for the first time since 1992, with fans hopeful the home advantage finally translates into a winner.
The Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club has a star-studded field, including Rahm and six other LIV players, as DP World Tour and PGA Tour co-sanctioning shapes a reshape of the Rolex Series. The event is amid talks on a new two-tier PGA Tour schedule, with promises of exemptions and鈥? changes that could redefine national Opens.
Ayrshire golfer has secured a second Open appearance after final qualifying at Dundonald Links. He has decided to pursue PGA qualification and is aiming to compete again at The Open, even as he prepares to return to PGA training. The Open week at Royal Birkdale has brought him personal satisfaction and a sense of achievement.
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.
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.
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.
LIV Golf is confronting a funding shortfall after the Saudi Public Investment Fund withdraws backing at year-end. The league is seeking about $260 million, with Indianapolis likely to host upcoming events and Michigan deemed unlikely. Investors’ decisions will shape LIV’s 2027 viability.
Charlie Woods has been eliminated from the U.S. Junior Amateur playoff after a distraction from a camera shutter during his third shot on the first playoff hole. He has tied for 63rd after two rounds and will not advance to match play; Miles Russell is set to join Florida State teammate in the next round.
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.
Glover has removed his shoes after a birdie putt, citing a rules official’s complaint about spike marks on soft bent greens at TPC Twin Cities. He reiterates that tamping down spike marks is allowed and that his metal spikes will stay on.
Infortar Estonian Challenge winner Martin Franssen has claimed a 19-under total to win the DP World Tour’s HotelPlanner Tour event in Tallinn, edging England’s Andrew Wilson by three shots. Franssen, an Inverness-born, St Andrews-based player, secures his first Scottish title on the circuit, after a season of steady progress and a breakthrough victory the previous year.
LIV Golf has signed an agreement with a lead investor approved by its board to fund the league beyond 2026, pledging to make players majority equity holders and to reduce to a 10-event calendar from 2027. CEO Scott O’Neil has said the transaction aims to close in September and that multiple parties have shown interest as minority investors.
Jessica Bang, an 18-year-old Australian golfer who turned professional in 2025, has died in Bangkok after suffering a brain haemorrhage while preparing for a tournament. Several outlets report she underwent emergency brain surgery but did not recover. A WPGA Tour tribute and a GoFundMe page set up by her family highlighted her achievements and ongoing medical expenses.
A set of recent car-developer features include the Genesis Box Buggy concept, Czinger 21C Spyder with BrakeNode, and Gasolini AR1, highlighting affordable performance tech and new design approaches at major events in 2026.
Genesis unveils the GV90, its first full-size electric SUV, signaling a bold push into premium markets. The Neolun variant with coach doors and a lounge-like cabin showcases high-end features as Genesis outlines its three pillars—luxury, performance and hospitality—while signaling a broader portfolio development.
The PGA Tour has announced a major revision to its postseason format beginning in 2028: the BMW Championship will lead 90 players into a two-week, group-stage followed by a four-day match-play Tour Championship. The top 32 will advance; the final week is a four-day match-play bracket to crown the season-long champion.
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.
The PGA Tour has confirmed that personal wagers by 55-year-old golfer Bart Gogel were not placed on events he participated in. He has accepted an 11-month suspension and will be eligible to return on February 22, 2027. Gogel has called the wagers an honest mistake and says he looks forward to resuming competition on the Champions tour.
Good Good has faced mounting backlash after a promotional video depicted violence against a woman. The clip was pulled, sponsors paused or ended partnerships, and the PGA Tour says it will seek a new title sponsor for an Austin event.
A wave of court rulings on prediction markets, led by Kalshi, has put federal and state regulators at odds. The Ninth Circuit has ruled Nevada may apply its gaming laws to Kalshi’s sports-event contracts, a decision echoed by other circuits as litigation intensifies. The Supreme Court is likely to weigh in as cases diverge.
Japanese star Miyu Yamashita closes a dominant week at Royal Mayfair, tying the 72-hole scoring record and earning her fourth LPGA victory in 13 months. She finishes 23-under for the week, besting a crowded field ahead of Solheim Cup play. Other contenders linger behind as top players set their sights on the Netherlands.
Good Good has parted ways with its CEO and president after a controversial Callaway ad that depicted violence toward a woman, triggering retailer pullouts, sponsorship fallout, and management changes. Interim leadership is installed as the company maps a path forward.
Tiger Woods has changed his plea in a Florida DUI case stemming from a March crash. He has pleaded not guilty previously but is now entering a change of plea at a Martin County Courthouse hearing. Authorities report impairment signs, a refusal to take a urinalysis, and a five-year license suspension tied to the incident. He has indicated a focus on treatment and recovery as part of the proceedings.
Tiger Woods has appeared in a Martin County courtroom, agreeing to a reduced DUI charge and facing a five-year driver’s license suspension. He was involved in a beachside crash on Jupiter Island; police found pain pills but a Breathalyzer was negative. No injuries were reported.
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.
Shane Lowry has won the Irish Open at Doonbeg with a record 23-under total, extending his Open-era lineage and delivering a dominant performance boosted by late birdies. Patrick Reed finishes second, Niemann and Neergaard-Petersen follow, as Lowry cements his place as Ireland’s favourite in a windy, high-profile weekend.
Arch Manning has apologized for comments that mocked an AI-generated video depicting Steve Sarkisian slapping ESPN reporter Holly Rowe. The incident followed Texas's 24-23 comeback win over Ohio State. Rowe accepted the apology after a private conversation. The episode has sparked a broader discussion about violence against women in sports media and the role of AI-generated content in public discourse.
LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, leaving a path unclear for star players like Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau and Cameron Smith. The PGA Tour states it is not planning a returning-member program this year, while discussions with the DP World Tour over how players may progress to the US circuit continue. The saga signals a shift in leverage as the sport reorganises for a possible 2028 structure.
Tiger Woods has posted video showing him hitting on the range ahead of the Nexus Cup, with the PGA Tour confirming the clip. He has not played a competitive round since 2024 due to injuries and medical issues, but he is pushing through recovery as he hosts the event to raise funds for his TGR Foundation.
The DP World Tour and major tours have moved key events around the Ryder Cup dates. The Irish Open, French Open and BMW PGA Championship shift to weeks around the Ireland-hosted Ryder Cup, with 2027 schedule featuring 42 events in 24 countries.