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LIV phenom halfway to bid for Masters, Open spots

LIV Star Chases Major Dreams: Masters & Open in Sight

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, exiting the event before completing his rounds. Team says he’ll be re-evaluated ahead of upcoming tournaments.

LIV phenom sits at the halfway mark in his bid for Masters and Open qualifying spots after strong play. The young star’s performance puts him on track to secure major championship invitations.

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Thai amateur secures spots in Masters, Open

Thai amateur secures spots in Masters, Open

LIV golfers granted a qualification pathway to The Open, enabling eligible players to earn spots under revised criteria for Royal St George’s, subject to final approval from organizers.

Thai amateur secures invitations to the Masters and The Open after standout qualifying performances, becoming the nation’s latest rising star and set for major championship debuts next season.

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PGA Tour Champions: Ready for Tiger if he plays

The Red Carpet is Ready: PGA Tour Champions Prepares for a Tiger Woods Takeover

LIV golfers granted a qualification path to The Open via designated events and exemptions, organizers confirm. The move aims to broaden access while preserving historic championship eligibility rules.

PGA Tour Champions officials say fields and fans are prepared for Tiger’s entry if he opts to play, with enhanced security and tee-sheet adjustments anticipated to accommodate global attention.

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The unusual lesson from Barstool’s $1 million ‘Internet Invitational’

The unusual lesson from Barstool’s $1 million ‘Internet Invitational’

Organizers announce LIV-affiliated players will receive a defined qualifying pathway to The Open, with designated events and exemptions creating new routes amid ongoing tour tensions.

Barstool’s $1M Internet Invitational showed viral engagement can outweigh elite fields, proving audience-driven formats boost sponsorship and viewership despite unconventional competition.

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PGA Tour cancels Kapalua; Sony Open starts year

PGA Tour cancels Kapalua; Sony Open starts year

PGA Tour Shakes Up Schedule: Kapalua Canceled, Sony Open Named Season Opener
The WM Phoenix Open lost a fan favorite on Saturday as Rickie Fowler was forced to withdraw due to an unexpected illness. After leaving the course for treatment, officials quickly reshuffled tee times and updated the leaderboard to reflect his absence.

In a surprising move that’s shaking up the golf calendar, the PGA Tour has canceled the Kapalua tournament. As part of a major schedule overhaul, the Sony Open will now have the honor of kicking off the season, with players setting their sights on a restructured Hawaiian swing to start the year

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‘We’re ready’: Senior tour head says they’re prepared for Tiger Woods’ debut

‘We’re ready’: Senior tour head says they’re prepared for Tiger Woods’ debut

The R&A has unveiled a qualification route allowing select LIV Golf players to compete for spots at The Open, a move expected to reshape fields and spark debate across the game’s traditional ranks.

Senior tour chief says organisers are ready for Tiger Woods’ senior debut, expecting record interest, tight logistics and heightened media focus as they prepare courses, safety and the fan experience.

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He was No. 430 in the world. Here’s why LIV Golf could come next

He was No. 430 in the world. Here’s why LIV Golf could come next

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open Friday due to illness, tournament officials said. He left the course after reporting flu-like symptoms and was evaluated by medical staff.

A player ranked No. 430 is drawing interest from LIV Golf, underscoring how the upstart circuit’s purse structure and guaranteed contracts can entice lower-ranked pros seeking stability and bigger paydays.

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