The Asian Tour has ended its association with LIV Golf and forged a new partnership with the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, effective immediately. This agreement, set to run until at least 2029, aims to enhance global golf by creating pathways for Asian Tour players and bringing co-sanctioned events back to the region.
LIV Golf faces a setback with the announcement of a global alliance between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Asian Tour, welcomed by Masters champion Rory McIlroy. This comes as LIV is already reeling from the withdrawal of Saudi Arabian financial backing worth over £3.75bn.
Tom Kim (Kim Joo-hyung) wins PGA Tour's Genesis Scottish Open with a 17-under 263, ending a 33-month title drought, ahead of the British Open.
Tom Kim has jumped 33 spots to No. 33 in the men's world golf rankings after winning his first PGA Tour title at the Genesis Scottish Open. The 24-year-old's victory marks a significant comeback after a slump that saw his ranking fall to No. 107 in January.
Rory McIlroy has cautioned the PGA Tour about the future of the Scottish Open under its new two-tier format starting in 2028. The proposed system may make top players ineligible for the national open, prompting calls for exceptions.
Jon Rahm makes his first PGA Tour start outside majors since joining LIV Golf at the Genesis Scottish Open. He joins other LIV players like Tyrrell Hatton, alongside stars like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, at the Renaissance Club.
Negotiations for the BMW Ladies Championship to be co-sanctioned by the KLPGA have failed. The KLPGA's demand for at least 30 South Korean players was rejected by the LPGA, which offered only 10 spots.
Scottie Scheffler shot a 10-under-par 60 to lead the Travelers Championship at 16 under. Viktor Hovland is two shots back, with Eric Cole and Akshay Bhatia tied for third. Matt Fitzpatrick is at 10 under.
PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp announces a new competitive model starting in 2028, featuring a two-series format: the PGA Tour Championship Series and the PGA Tour Challenger Series, aimed at enhancing competition and increasing winner payouts.
The PGA Tour will introduce a two-tier system from 2028, featuring a 'Championship Series' with $20m+ purses and a 'Challenger Series' with promotion opportunities, announced by Tiger Woods and CEO Brian Rolapp.
The PGA Tour introduces a two-tier system starting in 2028, featuring the elite Championship Series with $20m purses and the Challenger Series with $4m events, incorporating promotion and relegation.
Kim Si-woo is competing in the final signature event of the PGA Tour season, the 2026 Travelers Championship, with hopes of securing his first win of the season as a birthday celebration. The tournament features a strong field including top-ranked players and offers a significant prize purse.
Wyndham Clark secured his second major title by winning the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, overcoming heckling from New York fans. After a difficult year following damage to a locker at last year's event, Clark expressed relief and hopes to avoid becoming a villain on the PGA Tour.
Rory McIlroy believes the "false economy" created by LIV Golf's threat has put PGA Tour events at risk. He argued the tour's previous structure was "pretty good" and that LIV's cash injection forced unsustainable changes. McIlroy expressed concern that some events might lose stature if sponsors don't increase prize money.
Bud Cauley won the Canadian Open, his first PGA Tour title, after overcoming severe injuries from a car accident eight years ago. The American finished 17-under-par in Caledon, Ontario, with Matt Fitzpatrick and Viktor Hovland placing second and third respectively.
PGA Tour CEO Brian RoLap announced a new tournament structure for post-2028, dividing competitions into 'Track 1' for top players and 'Track 2' for lower-ranked players aiming to move up. Signature events will also see the return of the 36-hole cut.
Rory McIlroy will continue to "pick and choose" his PGA Tour events for life balance, even if it impacts his chances at season-long titles. He returns to action at the Memorial Tournament, one of two events he's eager to win.
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are projected to be the two richest golfers globally in 2026, with a combined net worth estimated between $430M-$470M, driven by prize money, endorsements, and investments.
Golfer Kim Si-woo, after a week of rest, is set to compete in the Memorial Tournament, a signature event on the PGA Tour. Ranked second favorite by PGA Tour's website, he aims for his first win of the season.
Yang Ji-ho is set to dominate the KPGA Tour prize money race after winning the Korea Open and securing 500 million won. He leads the standings with 523 million won and is a strong contender in the upcoming KPGA Championship.
Im Sung-jae aims to extend his strong performance at the Charles Schwab Challenge in Texas, the second of two consecutive PGA Tour events in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With several top players absent, Im's chances for victory are boosted.
Jarawee Boonchan of Thailand achieved her first KLPGA tour victory at the E1 Charity Open, becoming the first Thai player to win on the KLPGA. She secured the win by two strokes over Lee Yul-lin.
Kim Si-woo held his solo lead at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson after the third round, despite a few stumbles. He is now two strokes ahead of Scottie Scheffler and Wyndham Clark, aiming for his fifth PGA Tour victory.
Kim Si-woo shot a 11-under 60 at the PGA Tour's CJ Cup Byron Nelson, narrowly missing a "dream score" of 59. He leads at 18-under, with Scottie Scheffler and Im Sung-jae in pursuit.
