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‘Internet Invitational’ produces jaw-dropping villain — and millions of views

The ‘Internet Invitational’ Created a Monster-And Millions of Viewers Can’t Look Away

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open: LIV golfers have been given a formal qualification path to The Open, offering breakaway tour players direct routes into the major and rekindling debate over their place in golf’s elite events.

‘Internet Invitational’ produces jaw-dropping villain – and millions of views: The ‘Internet Invitational’ spawned a viral antagonist whose outrageous antics drew millions of views, fueling debate over online spectacle, creator responsibility and the blurred line between entertainment and real-world harm.

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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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Prime Video to broadcast return of PGA Tour’s ‘The Skins Game’

Prime Video to broadcast return of PGA Tour’s ‘The Skins Game’

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday due to illness, exiting the field as tournament officials monitor his condition. Organizers say his status for upcoming events is uncertain.

Prime Video will broadcast the relaunch of the PGA Tour’s ‘The Skins Game,’ offering live coverage, exclusive features and enhanced on-screen presentation as the historic exhibition returns to the golf calendar.

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Bradley not worried about Scheffler, defends picks

Bradley not worried about Scheffler, defends picks

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A has approved a qualification route for LIV golfers to compete in The Open, offering pathways through designated events and rankings. The move could reshape entry criteria and stir debate among traditionalists.

Bradley not worried about Scheffler, defends picks:
Captain Zach Bradley dismissed concerns over pairing with Scottie Scheffler, defending his team selections as strategic and aimed at balance. He said team cohesion and form, not star names, guided his choices.

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1 important reason elite golfers need the Ryder Cup

1 important reason elite golfers need the Ryder Cup

The R&A unveils a qualification pathway allowing LIV Golf players to earn spots in The Open through designated events and rankings, opening a formal route for the circuit into golf’s oldest major.

The Ryder Cup offers elite golfers unmatched high-pressure match play that sharpens competitive edge, builds team experience and elevates performance – a crucial catalyst for sustained success on tour.

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PGA Tour announces no Sentry at Kapalua, needs new tourney venue

PGA Tour announces no Sentry at Kapalua, needs new tourney venue

The R&A confirmed a qualification pathway for eligible LIV golfers to earn spots at The Open, outlining criteria and designated qualifying events to allow them access to next year’s championship field.

The PGA Tour announced the Sentry Tournament of Champions won’t return to Kapalua, citing venue issues; officials say they’ll seek a new host site as they revise the early-season schedule and tournament logistics.

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Here are several punchy rewrites you can use – pick one or mix-and-match:

1. “‘Revamp Everything’: Tour Pro Demands Total Overhaul of FedEx Cup Points”  
2. “Player Slams FedEx Cup System, Calls for Complete Points Shake-Up”  
3. “PGA Tour in the Dock: P

Here are several punchy rewrites you can use – pick one or mix-and-match: 1. “‘Revamp Everything’: Tour Pro Demands Total Overhaul of FedEx Cup Points” 2. “Player Slams FedEx Cup System, Calls for Complete Points Shake-Up” 3. “PGA Tour in the Dock: P

The R&A has announced a formal qualification pathway for LIV golfers into The Open, carving out routes through designated events and a new qualifying series – a significant shift that gives players outside traditional tour structures a clear shot at one of golf’s biggest stages.

A touring pro is urging the PGA Tour to “revamp everything” in the FedEx Cup points system, arguing that current weightings and resets distort season-long merit, elevate short bursts of form over steady performance, and demand a complete overhaul to restore competitive fairness

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The best interview moments from the FM Championship | Rogers Report

The best interview moments from the FM Championship | Rogers Report

Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to capture the DP World Tour title, delivering a composed final round that overcame late pressure and sealed a memorable victory on the European circuit.

Rogers Report rounds up the FM Championship’s best interview moments, highlighting candid reactions, tactical insights and emotional post-round exchanges that defined the tournament’s human story.

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Golf’s best bromance, Fleetwoodmania erupts on social media | Rogers Report

Golf’s best bromance, Fleetwoodmania erupts on social media | Rogers Report

Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to win the DP World Tour title, mounting a late surge to fend off rivals and clinch victory – a composed, pressure-packed finish that sealed his triumph.

Fans celebrate the playful bond between two golf stars as ‘Fleetwoodmania’ erupts on social media, with viral memes and highlights showcasing a spirited bromance that has captured the sport’s online imagination.

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