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Organizers announce LIV-affiliated players will receive a defined qualifying pathway to The Open, with designated events and exemptions creating new routes amid ongoing tour tensions.
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Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open after falling ill, tournament officials said. He left the event as a precaution and will be closely monitored while he recovers.
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LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A has opened a new doorway for LIV players – they can now fight for Open spots through designated qualifying events and final qualifying. It’s a noteworthy thaw in the tour standoff, giving these golfers a clear, on‑course route back into golf’s oldest major.
In Ryder Cup pay controversy, debate misses 1 simple thing:
While pundits argue over payouts and loyalty, they’re overlooking a basic fix: transparency. Clear revenue breakdowns and straightforward player contracts – not hot takes – would go a long way toward resolving the dispute and restoring trust
LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open: In a notable shift, the R&A has opened a route for players linked to LIV to earn places at The Open through selected events and regional qualifiers – a practical step toward reintegration as tensions in world golf continue to simmer.
Why money is already a tricky topic at this Ryder Cup: Money is clouding the competition before a single tee shot – sponsors, player payments and the division of commercial revenue are colliding with Ryder Cup tradition, forcing organisers to juggle appearance fees, compensation and growing commercial pressure
A breakthrough deal has opened a formal qualification route for LIV golfers into The Open – creating clear pathway options and conditional berths as tournament organizers and governing bodies work to fold players from the breakaway tour back into the game’s biggest events.
Bradley pushed back against claims the Ryder Cup has become a pay-for-play affair, insisting team selections are driven by merit and team unity. He called the speculation misleading and urged everyone to focus on on-course performance and transparent selection criteria
LIV players granted a pathway to qualify for The Open, as organizers unveil criteria allowing them to compete for spots. The move opens a route back to majors amid ongoing tour disputes.
Jake Knapp has secured a high-profile caddie after a string of strong finishes and a chance introduction at a tournament. The pairing signals Knapp’s rise and could boost his status on tour.
Greg Norman announced a surprise exit as CEO of LIV Golf, declaring “We built a movement.” He’ll become commissioner while a business executive is tapped to steer the circuit through legal and PGA Tour disputes.
