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The R&A has unveiled a new qualification pathway enabling certain LIV golfers to compete in The Open, igniting debate over historic eligibility rules and the future balance between rival tours.
Tour officials confirm a widely used performance product is barred in competition despite dominance in testing, leaving players and manufacturers contesting rules and prompting urgent calls for clearer equipment guidance.
This study examines golf’s historical trajectory, detailing the codification of rules, emergence of the 18‑hole standard, architectural innovations, equipment advances, and societal shifts reshaping play.
Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday after falling ill, abandoning his campaign. Tournament officials confirmed the withdrawal as Fowler prioritized recovery.
‘Frustrated’ Rory McIlroy questions rules officials’ ‘common sense’:
Rory McIlroy, frustrated by recent rulings, publicly questioned rules officials’ use of ‘common sense’, calling for clearer application and consistency from governing bodies amid growing player unease.
An academic survey of golf’s evolution, tracing its 15th-century Scottish origins through rule codification, course architecture, and socio-technical transformations that shaped modern play and cultural significance.
This article examines how ethical principles, institutional governance, and interpretive practices converge to shape adherence to golf rules, influencing player conduct, dispute resolution, and cultural norms.
This analysis evaluates golf handicap systems, detailing calculation methodologies, their role in objective performance assessment, and strategic applications for course selection and competitive decision-making.
Augusta National announced major changes to Masters invitations for 2026, expanding special exemptions and altering qualification criteria to broaden access and recognize outstanding international and emerging players.
This article examines golf’s historical evolution from its 15th-century Scottish origins to modern global practice, analyzing rule codification, course-design innovations, and socio-cultural influences on tradition and play.
An academic survey of golf’s historical evolution, charting the rise of standardized rules, the 18-hole convention, course design, club technology, and the sport’s shifting social contexts.
In an exciting development for the world of golf, the USGA has officially named Kevin Hammer as its president-elect during this year’s annual meeting. Renowned for his exceptional leadership skills and unwavering commitment to the game, Hammer is poised to step into this crucial role at a transformative moment in golf governance
