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The top-ranked U.S. Ryder Cup snub? Keegan Bradley gave him advice

The top-ranked U.S. Ryder Cup snub? Keegan Bradley gave him advice

LIV golfers are given a qualification path to The Open as the R&A opens designated events and qualifying spots to select LIV players, prompting debate over inclusivity and competitive integrity.

After a top-ranked U.S. player was omitted from the Ryder Cup, Keegan Bradley publicly offered advice and support, framing the snub as a motivator and sparking dialogue on selection transparency.

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LIV Golf adds New Orleans tour stop in June ’26

LIV Golf adds New Orleans tour stop in June ’26

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.

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Skechers named title sponsor of PGA Tour Champions’ World Champions Cup

Skechers named title sponsor of PGA Tour Champions’ World Champions Cup

LIV golfers will be offered a defined qualification route to The Open, organizers said, creating set criteria and qualifying events that allow eligible LIV players to compete for spots in the historic major.

Skechers has been named title sponsor of the PGA Tour Champions’ World Champions Cup, the tour announced, marking a major partnership aimed at boosting the profile and purse of the senior team event.

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Phil Mickelson pans U.S. Ryder Cup hopeful over slow play

Phil Mickelson pans U.S. Ryder Cup hopeful over slow play

Fitzpatrick closed with a record-equalling 66 to claim the DP World Tour title, holding off late challengers and sealing victory with a composed final-round performance.

Phil Mickelson has blasted a U.S. Ryder Cup hopeful for slow play, saying the delay undermines team momentum and calling for swifter pace to protect match integrity ahead of the biennial event.

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Masters, Open tweak rules for qualifying criteria

Masters, Open tweak rules for qualifying criteria

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.

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Captain Keegan surges into hunt at Tour Champ.

Captain Keegan surges into hunt at Tour Champ.

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open: LIV golfers granted a formal qualification path to The Open, as organizers approve revised exemptions and qualifying events, enabling sanctioned LIV players to compete for coveted British Open berths.

Captain Keegan surges into hunt at Tour Champ.: Captain Keegan surged into contention at the Tour Championship, carding low rounds to close the gap on the leaders and placing himself squarely in the title hunt as the season finale heads into its decisive stages.

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