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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.
A Martin County court hearing has prosecutors pursuing a subpoena for all prescription medication records linked to Tiger Woods from January through March. Woods has pleaded not guilty to DUI, and his attorney has invoked privacy rights. A sheriff’s report notes two pain pills found on Woods and impairment signs after his SUV collided with a truck; a Breathalyzer was negative and a urine test was declined.
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.
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.
Prosecutors have secured agreements to request records from Cleveland Clinic Martin South Hospital and a Palm Beach pharmacy as part of the Tiger Woods DUI case. Judges have approved protective orders restricting release to designated parties. Woods has pleaded not guilty after a March crash that left a truck damaged and his SUV on its side; a Breathalyzer showed no alcohol, and a urine test was declined.
The Open at Royal Birkdale is enforcing a new code of conduct to curb abusive behavior by spectators. With an expected crowd of about 300,000, officials say breaches may lead to removal from the course. The code aims to balance tradition with new audiences amid concerns over gambling-fueled misconduct.
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.
MacIntyre has failed to challenge for the Claret Jug at Royal Birkdale after back-to-back rounds of 71 on the weekend left him two under for the tournament. He has admitted to temper issues and accepts warnings as part of his game, while Cameron Young has set the clubhouse lead with a 64. The Open is led by Lucas Herbert after a 62 from him and Sam Burns.
Michael Kim has shot a 59 in Minnesota, the 16th such round on the PGA Tour, after a four-birdie finish. He leads by three at the 3M Open. Other updates from Royal Birkdale include Cameron Young leading at nine under and Rory McIlroy struggling to find momentum.
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.