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Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, exiting the tournament and prompting concern among fans and organizers as he prioritizes recovery.
LIV Golf announced a New Orleans stop in June 2026, expanding its schedule and bringing the series to a Gulf Coast market, and courting local fans and sponsors.
Governing bodies have unveiled a formal qualification route allowing LIV golfers to vie for spots at The Open, creating a new pathway for circuit members to earn championship berths.
Brandel Chamblee issued a bold assessment after Keegan Bradley’s surprise decision, suggesting the move could reshape perceptions of player priorities and disrupt tour alliances.
The Open grants LIV golfers a new qualification pathway, allowing sanctioned players to compete via revamped criteria and earn spots through designated events and exemptions.
Nine bubble players were left off the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup team, sparking debate over captain’s picks and form-based selections as veterans and rising stars missed the final biennial roster.
LIV golfers have been granted a qualification pathway to The Open, with organizers confirming eligibility criteria and reserved spots, creating a formal route to golf’s oldest major amid ongoing tour tensions.
The U.S. Ryder Cup roster is complete after six captain’s picks, including one unexpected selection that reshapes pairings and strategy. The captain cited form, chemistry and match‑play pedigree ahead of the biennial showdown.
Ryder Cup captain’s picks: captains choose final players based on form, experience and team chemistry. Tiered wildcards versus automatic qualifiers can swing matchups and decide the outcome.
Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Thursday due to illness, leaving the field early as he prioritises recovery; organizers say no timetable set for his return.
Masters, Open tweak rules for qualifying criteria:
The Masters and The Open revised qualifying criteria to streamline entry and boost fairness, adjusting exemptions and regional pathways as organizers aim to balance tradition with wider access to major fields.
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, tournament officials said. The two-time runner-up left the course before finishing, raising concerns about his health and prompting schedule changes.
Jon Rahm said the LIV team’s victory removes any ‘asterisk’ from his winless season, calling the result validation of his form and dismissing doubts as he looks ahead to upcoming tournaments.
LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open: LIV golfers have been allotted a formal qualification route to The Open, sparking debate as organizers outline criteria and timelines for eligibility, opening new doors for the breakaway circuit’s players.
DeChambeau, Rahm teams move into LIV final: Teams led by Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm advanced to the LIV final after tight semifinal clashes, setting up a high-stakes showdown as organizers and fans eye the title and potential ripple effects across the sport.
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He exited before completing play and will undergo evaluation; further updates on his condition are expected.
Jon Rahm’s team edged past Bryson DeChambeau’s in a tense LIV final, prevailing late to capture the title. Rahm’s side held firm under pressure as decisive shots down the stretch sealed victory.
LIV golfers have secured a fresh qualification route to The Open, opening the door for players from the controversial tour to compete in one of golf’s most iconic championships. This development could reshape the sport’s competitive dynamics
