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Shockwaves hit the Ryder Cup: Viktor Hovland has withdrawn after invoking the “envelope rule,” team officials confirm. The move follows a procedural dispute, and the captain will soon name his replacement
Ryder Cup 2025: With the U.S. hosting and Europe defending a dominant streak, star matchups, captain’s picks and the form of McIlroy and Scheffler – and LIV’s role – will decide if Team USA can mount a comeback.
LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Golf’s governing bodies have unveiled a new route for LIV Golf players to qualify for The Open, using designated events and specific ranking criteria. The move is designed to promote greater integration and opportunity – but it’s also likely to reignite debate among traditionalists who worry about changing the established order.
Donald: U.S. fans “crossed a line” at Ryder Cup:
Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald blasted sections of the U.S. crowd, saying their conduct “crossed a line,” and urged fans to show respect for the players and the spirit of the competition. Officials are now weighing tougher measures to curb misconduct and protect the tournament’s integrity
Amid the chaos of the Ryder Cup, Keegan Bradley praised the fans’ fierce passion but warned that a vocal minority “crossed the line,” with boisterous behavior disrupting players’ focus and even creating safety concerns as tensions boiled over
LIV golfers now have a new avenue into The Open – a qualification route driven by performance metrics and select designated events. The shift could scramble major lineups, accelerate tour integration and spark heated debate over fairness and access.
Inside a Ryder Cup rout: nine decisive factors behind the U.S. collapse – fraying team chemistry, dwindling form, costly strategic miscues, mounting European momentum, and rising pressure as captains and players face intense scrutiny
Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday after battling an illness that left him unable to continue. Persistent symptoms forced him to abandon the event and undergo medical evaluation, tournament officials said.
Fans target McIlroy, Lowry, who fire back with win:
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry brushed off crowd jeers and criticism, then answered on the course with a calm, commanding performance. Their composed, decisive victory not only secured the title but also shut down doubters, team sources said
The R&A unveils a qualification route allowing LIV golfers to compete for spots in The Open, bridging divides as players seek official pathways back into major championship contention.
A fiery Ryder Cup exchange between Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Rose escalated tensions as players traded barbs, raising stakes in an already intense transatlantic rivalry during matchplay.
Europe holds a commanding, historic lead – poised to clinch the Ryder Cup – while a rattled U.S. team scrambles for answers. Captain selections, wavering form and pairings are now under intense scrutiny after a string of decisive sessions
LIV golfers granted a new qualification route to The Open, opening a path for rebel tour players to compete on golf’s biggest stage pending eligibility rules and R&A approval.
Bethpage Black lacks one key feature ahead of Team USA’s defense, raising questions about course strategy and whether its absence could tilt advantage toward visiting contenders.
LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
R&A has unveiled a new qualification route that allows LIV players to compete for Open Championship spots via designated events and qualifying criteria – a change that widens access and could reshape the pre-tournament landscape.
This American Ryder Cup disappointment has an incredibly simple explanation:
Analysis: America’s collapse at the Ryder Cup came down to avoidable, predictable failures – shaky pairings, cautious tactics and an inability to adjust under pressure. The trouble wasn’t a lack of talent but decisions on team selection and strategy
