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LPGA Tournament in Turmoil: Damaged Greens Spark Outrage and Urgent Investigation

LPGA Tournament in Turmoil: Damaged Greens Spark Outrage and Urgent Investigation

Rickie Fowler abruptly withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Thursday, citing illness and undergoing medical evaluation – a sudden exit that removes a former contender from the leaderboard as tournament officials closely monitor his recovery.

Scattered damage to greens at an LPGA event forced changes to play and prompted an immediate probe into the cause – likely severe weather or a maintenance issue – while crews race to repair turf and safeguard both competitive integrity and player safety

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Kapalua won’t host opener as it deals with drought

Kapalua won’t host opener as it deals with drought

Fitzpatrick closes with record-equalling 66 to win DP World Tour title:
Matt Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to claim the DP World Tour title, seizing control with a flawless final round and holding off late challengers to secure the victory.

Kapalua won’t host opener as it deals with drought:
Kapalua will not host the PGA Tour opener as organisers cite severe drought conditions, prompting a venue change and concerns over water management impacting course readiness and local stakeholders.

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1. Playable by Design: Strategic Principles for Better, Greener Golf Courses  
2. From Tee to Green: Mastering Golf Course Strategy, Challenge, and Sus

Here are some more engaging title options – pick the tone you like (informative, creative, or punchy): 1. Playable by Design: Strategic Principles for Better, Greener Golf Courses 2. From Tee to Green: Mastering Golf Course Strategy, Challenge, and Sus

Explore the essential principles of golf-course design – from thoughtful hole sequencing and strategic hazard placement to subtle green contouring – and discover how each element shapes playability, enriches strategic depth, and promotes environmental sustainability

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Water restrictions putting Kapalua course at risk

Water restrictions putting Kapalua course at risk

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open after falling ill, tournament officials confirmed. He’ll rest and undergo further medical evaluation before any decision on returning to competition.

New water restrictions threaten Kapalua’s famed course, officials warn, as limits on irrigation could damage turf and alter play. Management is exploring conservation and alternate supply options to protect the resort’s golf assets.

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Caretakers of Cypress Point: What it takes to maintain a national treasure

Caretakers of Cypress Point: What it takes to maintain a national treasure

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Authorities unveil a qualification route letting select LIV golfers enter Open qualifying, creating a fresh path to the major and easing tensions between rival tours ahead of golf’s marquee event.

Caretakers of Cypress Point: What it takes to maintain a national treasure:
Caretakers at Cypress Point outline rigorous upkeep: erosion control, native vegetation management and meticulous greenkeeping to protect the iconic course and coastal habitat for future generations.

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