Northern Irish golfer on the PGA and European Tours
Bryson DeChambeau has been penalised two strokes for inadvertently improving his backswing by trampling on long grass at Royal Birkdale. The Open field reacts as Rory McIlroy criticises the episode as a poor look, while Lucas Herbert leads, and Ryan Fox climbs the leaderboard. The incident unfolds in a tense Friday to Saturday transition.
In a dramatic Open at Royal Birkdale, Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns have posted 62s, joining the club of majors record scores. Ryan Fox matches the 62 in the third round to move within striking distance, while Rory McIlroy fights to make the weekend as DeChambeau navigates a penalty controversy and Fleetwood pushes toward the lead.
LIV Golf has announced a transition plan away from Saudi funding after the PIF ends its backing at the close of the 2026 season. A new independent board is leading a move to secure long‑term capital through diversified partners, while the tour maintains its schedule amid ongoing discussions with potential investors.
Rory McIlroy has clashed with a fan during the final round of the PGA Championship, with a lecturing exchange captured on the CBS feed as he argued over crowd noise. He has cited missed chances on the 13th and the par-5s as pivotal to his day, while Aaron Rai has won the title.
MacIntyre and Scotland are in the spotlight as the US Open looms. The Oban golfer has watched Scotland’s national team excel on the world stage while preparing for Shinnecock Hills, balancing golf with family life and a tough patch in form.
Rory McIlroy has navigated a challenging Shinnecock week, posting solid rounds after rough moments. He has emphasized adjustments in mindset and technique, preparing for the British Open while focusing on steady play and minimizing mistakes. Amateurs showed resilience as Koivun and Cowan contend for low amateur, with Miles Russell highlighting a special week.
Wyndham Clark has won the U.S. Open by one shot, finishing 4-under 276 after leading most of the final round. Sam Burns narrowly misses a comeback, with Tom Kim and Scottie Scheffler in pursuit. Keith Mitchell sets a record for four even-par rounds. Joaquin Niemann makes a stirring comeback to finish seventh and earn a spot in Pebble Beach.
Wyndham Clark has preserved a six-shot advantage going into the final round at Shinnecock Hills, where strong winds and firm greens test all contenders. Doug Burns mounts a late rally but cannot catch the leader, leaving Clark on track to become the first wire-to-wire U.S. Open champion since 2014.
The PGA Tour has announced a two-track system starting in 2028, introducing a Championship Series and a Challenger Series to streamline the calendar, expand fields, and create promotion and relegation. The plan includes a shortened season, larger purses for signature events, and a pathway for players to rejoin the top tier.
The PGA Tour has unveiled a two-track, merit-based system with a Championship Series and a Challenger Series. The plan, announced ahead of the Travelers Championship, introduces promotion and relegation, a match-play format for the Tour Championship, and multi-million dollar purses across both tracks. Official rollout is set for the 2028 season.
Europe has named Francesco Molinari as an assistant to Luke Donald for next year’s Ryder Cup at Adare Manor, joining Edoardo after both served as vice-captains in Rome and New York. The move underlines continuity ahead of the centenary edition, with Molinari set to bolster a familiar backroom. In other news, Bob MacIntyre opened strongly at the Travelers Championship.
The Wimbledon scene is lively as players face early-round challenges and notable developments unfold across courts, including Serena Williams' media absence discourse and rising hopes from young talents.
Novak Djokovic has reached Wimbledon’s third round, maintaining grass-court dominance at age 39. He is adapting his game to conserve energy, leaning on defense turned offense as rivals falter. The run underscores his ongoing quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam.
A wave of bold walk-on outfits and brand-driven looks marks a turning point at Wimbledon, with Naomi Osaka and others turning sartorial moments into strategic statements. The trend is drawing attention from players, sponsors, and analysts as fashion and sport collide on Centre Court.
Rory McIlroy has shot a 65 to share the early lead at the Scottish Open, with Tom Kim, Bernd Wiesberger and Patrick Cantlay at four under and Brooks Koepka a stroke back. The day features strong play on a windy Links course as players chase the early advantage.
Two Czech finalists are set to compete in Wimbledon 2026 after dramatic semi-finals. Linda Noskova and Karolina Muchova have reached the final, with Noskova defeating Marta Kostyuk and Muchova surviving a battle with Coco Gauff to claim a spot in the showpiece. The weekend promises a first-time Wimbledon women’s champion from the Czech Republic.
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.
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.
The Masters champion has moved into contention on day two, citing improved driving and a still-unsettled feel on the greens. He has birdied multiple holes, expressed intent to push on in challenging conditions, and believes a strong start on Saturday could put him in serious title contention.
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.
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.
Bob MacIntyre ends the Open with a two-over week, after opening with 67 and 69 but posting weekend rounds of 71s, leaving him a shot behind the leaders. He has admitted to temper issues and accepts warnings as part of his game, with Cameron Young leading after a 64.
Bryson DeChambeau has incurred a two-shot penalty for inadvertently improving his lie at the fifth hole of Royal Birkdale, while Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns share the Open lead after a record-tying second round.
Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau thrill fans as their third/fourth rounds unfold at the Open, delivering powerful drives, bold play and near misses. Fleetwood and Burns also contribute, leaving the leaderboard tight and the drama high as the weekend approaches.
The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale ends with Ryan Fox of New Zealand claiming the Claret Jug after a late surge, finishing one stroke ahead of Cameron Young. Fox, nephew of a rugby legend and son of a former All Blacks captain, converts a nervy final birdie on the 18th after a standout week that featured a 62 on Saturday.
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.