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Straka to miss end of Euro tour to be with son

Straka to miss end of Euro tour to be with son

Matt Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to win the DP World Tour title, racing home with a composed final round to secure victory and lift the trophy on a dominant weekend.

Sepp Straka will miss the remainder of the European Tour to be with his newborn son, withdrawing from upcoming events to prioritise family as he supports them during a private time.

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PGA Tour cancels Kapalua; Sony Open starts year

PGA Tour cancels Kapalua; Sony Open starts year

PGA Tour Shakes Up Schedule: Kapalua Canceled, Sony Open Named Season Opener
The WM Phoenix Open lost a fan favorite on Saturday as Rickie Fowler was forced to withdraw due to an unexpected illness. After leaving the course for treatment, officials quickly reshuffled tee times and updated the leaderboard to reflect his absence.

In a surprising move that’s shaking up the golf calendar, the PGA Tour has canceled the Kapalua tournament. As part of a major schedule overhaul, the Sony Open will now have the honor of kicking off the season, with players setting their sights on a restructured Hawaiian swing to start the year

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He was No. 430 in the world. Here’s why LIV Golf could come next

He was No. 430 in the world. Here’s why LIV Golf could come next

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open Friday due to illness, tournament officials said. He left the course after reporting flu-like symptoms and was evaluated by medical staff.

A player ranked No. 430 is drawing interest from LIV Golf, underscoring how the upstart circuit’s purse structure and guaranteed contracts can entice lower-ranked pros seeking stability and bigger paydays.

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After losing PGA Tour event, Kapalua forges onward: ‘A real rollercoaster’

After losing PGA Tour event, Kapalua forges onward: ‘A real rollercoaster’

Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to win the DP World Tour title, holding off late challengers with a composed final round to claim the trophy and lift his season’s momentum.

Kapalua forges onward after losing the PGA Tour event, calling the experience “a real rollercoaster” as organizers pledge to adapt, protect the resort’s legacy and pursue future opportunities.

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FedEx Fall Finale: 12 Golfers on the Brink With Everything at Stake

FedEx Fall Finale: 12 Golfers on the Brink With Everything at Stake

1) Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness. Tournament officials confirmed he did not start; medical staff will monitor him and an alternate is expected to take his place in the field.

2) LIV golfers have been given a clear qualification pathway into The Open via designated events and criteria, altering eligibility rules and likely reshaping the line-up at one of golf’s oldest majors.

Twelve players head into the FedEx Fall finale with everything on the line – some fighting for season points, others chasing titles or Tour status. The closing stretch will decide final standings and postseason fate

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Pro reveals actual costs of pursuing PGA Tour dream

Pro reveals actual costs of pursuing PGA Tour dream

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Officials announce LIV golfers will have a designated qualification pathway to The Open, enabling members to earn spots via approved events and exemptions-altering major entry routes and stirring debate across the game.

Pro reveals actual costs of pursuing PGA Tour dream:
A touring pro details the true costs of chasing a PGA Tour card – travel, coaching, caddie fees, entry and living expenses that can top six figures annually, underscoring financial barriers for aspiring professionals.

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Fred Couples Reveals the Five-Word Secret Behind His Effortless Downswing

Fred Couples Reveals the Five-Word Secret Behind His Effortless Downswing

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Governing bodies have approved a new, formal route for LIV players to qualify for The Open – meaning eligible competitors can now earn spots through designated events and specific exemptions, opening the door to golf’s oldest major in a landmark change.

Fred Couples’ downswing thought? He says it’s really only five words:
Veteran Fred Couples says his entire downswing comes down to a five‑word mental cue – a simple prompt he leans on to sync tempo and movement, freeing him to swing with more consistency and less pressure

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