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Morikawa Shuts Down ‘Chaos’ Rumors: Ryder Cup Woes Down to Performance, Not Distractions

Morikawa Shuts Down ‘Chaos’ Rumors: Ryder Cup Woes Down to Performance, Not Distractions

Fitzpatrick closes with record-equalling 66 to win DP World Tour title:
Matt Fitzpatrick blistered the final round with a record-equalling 66, charging home with a flurry of sharp shots to clinch the DP World Tour title and add another standout win to his professional resume.

Morikawa: ‘Chaos’ talk not cause of Ryder trouble:
Collin Morikawa rejected the idea that talk of “chaos” unsettled the U.S. Ryder Cup side, saying off-course noise didn’t spark their problems – the outcome was decided by play on the course, and the players must own their performance

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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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Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He left the course for medical evaluation, forcing organizers to scramble and reshuffle tee times and pairings at short notice.

A former Ryder Cup captain has accused Rory McIlroy of hypocrisy after the recent Ryder Cup, alleging McIlroy’s on-course behavior contradicted his public comments – a charge that has sparked spirited debate across the golf world

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Ryder Cup Controversy: Luke Donald Slams U.S. Fans for Unsportsmanlike Behavior

Ryder Cup Controversy: Luke Donald Slams U.S. Fans for Unsportsmanlike Behavior

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Golf’s governing bodies have unveiled a new route for LIV Golf players to qualify for The Open, using designated events and specific ranking criteria. The move is designed to promote greater integration and opportunity – but it’s also likely to reignite debate among traditionalists who worry about changing the established order.

Donald: U.S. fans “crossed a line” at Ryder Cup:
Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald blasted sections of the U.S. crowd, saying their conduct “crossed a line,” and urged fans to show respect for the players and the spirit of the competition. Officials are now weighing tougher measures to curb misconduct and protect the tournament’s integrity

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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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They said ‘F–k you Rory’ — and it created a Ryder Cup monster

They said ‘F–k you Rory’ — and it created a Ryder Cup monster

Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open:
Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He exited before the weekend, seeking recovery and monitoring his fitness for upcoming events.

They said ‘F–k you Rory’ – and it created a Ryder Cup monster:
Heard chants of ‘F–k you Rory’, the slur ignited fury and focus, forging a Ryder Cup ‘monster’-a united, aggressive European side whose fire and cohesion overwhelmed opponents and reshaped the contest.

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Ryder Cup gets heated with tense DeChambeau-Rose exchange

Ryder Cup gets heated with tense DeChambeau-Rose exchange

The R&A unveils a qualification route allowing LIV golfers to compete for spots in The Open, bridging divides as players seek official pathways back into major championship contention.

A fiery Ryder Cup exchange between Bryson DeChambeau and Justin Rose escalated tensions as players traded barbs, raising stakes in an already intense transatlantic rivalry during matchplay.

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