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Pro reveals actual costs of pursuing PGA Tour dream

Pro reveals actual costs of pursuing PGA Tour dream

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Officials announce LIV golfers will have a designated qualification pathway to The Open, enabling members to earn spots via approved events and exemptions-altering major entry routes and stirring debate across the game.

Pro reveals actual costs of pursuing PGA Tour dream:
A touring pro details the true costs of chasing a PGA Tour card – travel, coaching, caddie fees, entry and living expenses that can top six figures annually, underscoring financial barriers for aspiring professionals.

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The Dark Side of Junior Golf: How Early Specialization Is Hurting Young Players

The Dark Side of Junior Golf: How Early Specialization Is Hurting Young Players

LIV golfers have been handed a new pathway into The Open after organizers struck an agreement that opens direct-entry opportunities. The move shifts how spots are allocated and has sparked a sharp debate about the evolving relationship between the tours.

A surge in junior golf toward early specialization and pro-bound pressure is raising alarm among coaches and parents. Critics warn the trend fuels burnout, short-circuits broader skill development and widens the access gap between well-resourced youngsters and those left behind

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Rory McIlroy’s wife battled ‘astonishing’ fan abuse, European players said

Rory McIlroy’s wife battled ‘astonishing’ fan abuse, European players said

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday due to illness, with tournament officials confirming he would not return as medical staff monitored his condition and his playing status remained uncertain.

European players described the “astonishing” fan abuse endured by Rory McIlroy’s wife, condemning the harassment and calling for stronger safeguards and sanctions to protect players’ families at events.

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PGA Tour winner Knapp grieving girlfriend’s death

PGA Tour winner Knapp grieving girlfriend’s death

Fitzpatrick closes with record-equalling 66 to win DP World Tour title:
Matt Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to win the DP World Tour title, delivering composed putting and timely birdies to fend off rivals and claim a hard-earned victory on a testing final day.

PGA Tour winner Knapp grieving girlfriend’s death:
PGA Tour winner Knapp is mourning the death of his girlfriend, withdrawing from competition as he and his family process the loss. The tour and peers offered condolences as Knapp prioritises privacy and time to grieve.

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Retired Super Bowl champ on life after football, the golf bug and more

Retired Super Bowl champ on life after football, the golf bug and more

Fitzpatrick closes with record-equalling 66 to win DP World Tour title:
Matt Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to win the DP World Tour title, producing a blistering final round to secure victory and deny late challengers in a decisive finish.

Retired Super Bowl champ on life after football, the golf bug and more:
A retired Super Bowl champion discusses life after football, his growing passion for golf, community work and the transition to civilian life, reflecting on lessons learned and new ambitions off the field.

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After scary diagnosis, this junior golfer found inspiration in helping others

After scary diagnosis, this junior golfer found inspiration in helping others

LIV golfers will receive a new qualification pathway to The Open, organizers announced, offering select players direct routes into qualifying events as part of revised eligibility rules for the championship.

A junior golfer facing a frightening diagnosis has turned adversity into action, launching community initiatives and mentoring peers, inspiring others while continuing recovery and competitive play, family says.

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