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LIV golfers have been granted a qualification route to The Open, officials said, introducing performance-based criteria and designated qualifying spots that could allow Saudi-backed players to compete in golf’s oldest major.
The U.S. captured a fifth straight Walker Cup title, dominating foursomes and singles to outpace Great Britain & Ireland and underscore the depth and consistency of American amateur golf.
LIV golfers have been granted a new qualification pathway to The Open, allowing players from the breakaway tour to compete for spots through designated events and exemptions, sparking debate across golf’s governing bodies.
The U.S. surged in singles play to seize the Walker Cup lead, overturning deficits with clutch birdies and steady play as momentum shifted toward the Americans ahead of the final day of the amateur team showdown.
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, prompting tournament adjustments as officials confirm his status and his recovery will be assessed before upcoming events.
Rory McIlroy issues a bold Ryder Cup pledge in a motivational Walker Cup video to GB&I, urging young players to embrace pressure and promising unwavering commitment to team success.
Fitzpatrick sealed the DP World Tour title with a record-equalling 66, storming the final round to overhaul rivals and finish the week in imperious form.
On Walker Cup eve teams exude calm, but captains warn the orderly veneer will crack once play begins; the weekend’s head-to-head matches promise drama, momentum swings and national pride on the line.
GB&I Surges Ahead in Curtis Cup
Great Britain & Ireland (GB&I) seized control on Day 2 of the Curtis Cup, building a 7-5 advantage over the United States (U.S.).
With inspired performances, GB&I dominated the morning foursomes matches, securing three points. The afternoon four-ball contests were more evenly contested, with each team winning a pair of matches.
Despite the deficit, the U.S. team remains determined. Led by Anna Davis and Rachel Heck, the Americans showed flashes of brilliance and will strive to claw back in the remaining matches.
The Curtis Cup, a biannual amateur golf tournament between the United States and GB&I, resumes tomorrow with the 12 concluding singles matches. GB&I aims to retain the trophy, while the U.S. seeks to regain it after a nine-year drought.
