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LIV phenom halfway to bid for Masters, Open spots

LIV Star Chases Major Dreams: Masters & Open in Sight

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, exiting the event before completing his rounds. Team says he’ll be re-evaluated ahead of upcoming tournaments.

LIV phenom sits at the halfway mark in his bid for Masters and Open qualifying spots after strong play. The young star’s performance puts him on track to secure major championship invitations.

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Thai amateur secures spots in Masters, Open

Thai amateur secures spots in Masters, Open

LIV golfers granted a qualification pathway to The Open, enabling eligible players to earn spots under revised criteria for Royal St George’s, subject to final approval from organizers.

Thai amateur secures invitations to the Masters and The Open after standout qualifying performances, becoming the nation’s latest rising star and set for major championship debuts next season.

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PGA Tour Champions: Ready for Tiger if he plays

The Red Carpet is Ready: PGA Tour Champions Prepares for a Tiger Woods Takeover

LIV golfers granted a qualification path to The Open via designated events and exemptions, organizers confirm. The move aims to broaden access while preserving historic championship eligibility rules.

PGA Tour Champions officials say fields and fans are prepared for Tiger’s entry if he opts to play, with enhanced security and tee-sheet adjustments anticipated to accommodate global attention.

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Ryder Cup Shake-Up: Golf’s Biggest Stars Make Bold Moves in Turbulent Times

Ryder Cup Shake-Up: Golf’s Biggest Stars Make Bold Moves in Turbulent Times

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A has unveiled a clear qualifying pathway allowing LIV Golf players to earn entry to The Open through selected events and merit-based rankings – a formal, competitive route for LIV competitors to reclaim spots in major championship fields.

Amidst Ryder Cup fallout, stars make big moves | Monday Finish:
In the wake of Ryder Cup fallout, top players are reshuffling schedules and endorsement deals, making bold moves across tours and alliances that spotlight shifting loyalties and a new strategic chess game in the pro golf world

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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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Ryder Cup Chaos: Is Bethpage Pushing Golf’s Greatest Event to the Breaking Point?

Ryder Cup Chaos: Is Bethpage Pushing Golf’s Greatest Event to the Breaking Point?

Rickie Fowler has withdrawn from the WM Phoenix Open with an illness, leaving fans and organizers unsettled. The abrupt exit of the one-time contender not only removes a marquee name from the field but also leaves his availability for upcoming tournaments in doubt.

Meanwhile, the Ryder Cup’s Bethpage edition is fueling intense debate. A string of controversies and a brutally challenging course have tested long-held traditions, prompting questions about the event’s future, its competitive balance, and whether changes are now inevitable

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Why Team USA Really Lost the Ryder Cup: The Overlooked Reasons Behind the Collapse

Why Team USA Really Lost the Ryder Cup: The Overlooked Reasons Behind the Collapse

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

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Why Ryder Cup Decisions Get Picked Apart When the Pressure Mounts

Why Ryder Cup Decisions Get Picked Apart When the Pressure Mounts

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open after falling ill, tournament officials confirmed. He left the course early to get treatment and rest, forcing officials to reshuffle pairings and bring in an alternate to take his spot.

After a disappointing Ryder Cup showing, critics and fans were quick to second-guess captains’ pairings and lineup choices. Players and strategists pushed back, warning that hindsight ignores the pressure of the moment, team chemistry and the unpredictable swings of match play

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