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Paul Azinger Sounds Alarm: U.S. Ryder Cup Decision Could Spark New Controversy

Paul Azinger Sounds Alarm: U.S. Ryder Cup Decision Could Spark New Controversy

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The Open has introduced a new qualifying route for LIV players, giving them a direct shot at competing for spots in the major despite the ongoing tour tensions. Organizers say the change is meant to protect competitive fairness and ensure the best players can still vie for a place on golf’s biggest stage.

‘You’re going to risk what happened here’: Paul Azinger rips U.S. Ryder Cup move:
Paul Azinger didn’t hold back, blasting the U.S. decision on Ryder Cup selections and warning it could invite the same controversies we’ve seen before. He says the move risks damaging team unity, sparking public outrage and undermining confidence in the selection process unless officials course-correct

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European Ryder Cup Stars Defend Fans, Dismiss Bethpage vs. Rome Crowd Comparisons

European Ryder Cup Stars Defend Fans, Dismiss Bethpage vs. Rome Crowd Comparisons

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Thursday due to illness, tournament officials said. Feeling unwell, he pulled out before his round and will be re-evaluated ahead of upcoming events.

European Ryder Cup players pushed back against comparisons between the rowdy Bethpage crowd and Rome, saying the atmospheres are different and that such criticism unfairly paints fans as partisan. Team leaders urged a focus on the golf – not the labels

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Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He left the course for medical evaluation, forcing organizers to scramble and reshuffle tee times and pairings at short notice.

A former Ryder Cup captain has accused Rory McIlroy of hypocrisy after the recent Ryder Cup, alleging McIlroy’s on-course behavior contradicted his public comments – a charge that has sparked spirited debate across the golf world

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Bethpage Black’s Most Unforgettable Ryder Cup Moments: Triumphs, Tensions, and Turning Points

Bethpage Black’s Most Unforgettable Ryder Cup Moments: Triumphs, Tensions, and Turning Points

LIV golfers given a qualification path to The Open: organizers have rolled out a new system that lets LIV players earn spots through designated events and clear ranking thresholds – a landmark shift in access to one of golf’s biggest stages.

Bethpage Black produced 10 unforgettable Ryder Cup scenes – from electrifying comebacks to raw on-course clashes – that captured the event’s highs and lows, where bravery and controversy together wrote the story

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Experience the Ultimate 16th: WM Phoenix Open Unveils Exclusive Structure and Tickets for Iconic Hole

Experience the Ultimate 16th: WM Phoenix Open Unveils Exclusive Structure and Tickets for Iconic Hole

Fitzpatrick finished with a record‑equalling 66 to claim the DP World Tour title, edging out his nearest rivals with a composed final round and sinking decisive birdies on the back nine to seal the win.

The WM Phoenix Open will add a permanent structure and sell dedicated tickets for the raucous 16th hole, a move designed to enhance the fan experience and tighten crowd control while preserving the event’s famously boisterous atmosphere

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