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3 surprising pros who failed to earn back PGA Tour cards on Sunday

3 surprising pros who failed to earn back PGA Tour cards on Sunday

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A unveiled a new qualification path letting select LIV Golf players earn spots in The Open through designated events and exemptions – a notable move expanding access to golf’s oldest major.

3 surprising pros who failed to earn back PGA Tour cards on Sunday:
Three unexpected names fell short in Sunday’s PGA Tour card finals, failing to regain status despite strong seasons – underscoring the depth of competition and the narrow margins that decide playing privileges.

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These 20 Korn Ferry Tour players just earned their 2026 PGA Tour cards

These 20 Korn Ferry Tour players just earned their 2026 PGA Tour cards

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Governing bodies confirmed a new qualification route enabling select LIV players to compete for Open Championship spots, offering a clear, performance-based pathway back into major championship contention.

These 20 Korn Ferry Tour players just earned their 2026 PGA Tour cards:
Twenty players from the Korn Ferry Tour clinched PGA Tour cards for 2026 after strong finishes across the season, securing status and entry to next year’s premier tour through points and finals performance.

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Thornberry wins Korn Ferry, earns PGA Tour card

Thornberry wins Korn Ferry, earns PGA Tour card

Justin Thornberry emerged victorious at the Korn Ferry Tour’s Pinnacle Bank Championship presented by Aetna, capturing the tournament title and securing his spot on the PGA Tour in 2023. The 25-year-old Texan battled through challenging conditions to card a final-round 4-under par 68, holding off a late charge from Taylor Montgomery.

Thornberry’s win, his third on the Korn Ferry Tour, cements his status among the elite prospects in the developmental circuit. Alongside Davis Riley, Tyson Alexander, and other emerging talents, he has earned a well-deserved promotion to the pinnacle of professional golf – the PGA Tour.

This triumph not only highlights Thornberry’s success but also underscores the Korn Ferry Tour’s reputation for nurturing top-tier players who go on to achieve greatness on the biggest stages of the sport. Thornberry’s journey serves as a shining example of the fierce competition and exceptional skill that define the developmental pathway to the PGA Tour

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