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At the Walker Cup (and in life), it’s about enjoying the moment

At the Walker Cup (and in life), it’s about enjoying the moment

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
R&A confirms a new qualification path for LIV golfers to reach The Open, recognizing select LIV events and exemptions for entry. The move aims to integrate players while preserving tournament standards and competitive fairness.

At the Walker Cup (and in life), it’s about enjoying the moment:
At the Walker Cup, players and captains say the event-and life-are about savoring the moment, stressing sportsmanship, camaraderie and the joy of competition amid pressure and pride in international college golf.

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2025 Walker Cup rosters: World rankings, bios for all 20 players

2025 Walker Cup rosters: World rankings, bios for all 20 players

LIV Golf players have been granted a formal qualification pathway to The Open, allowing tour members to earn spots through designated events and rankings. The move reshapes access and stokes debate across professional golf.

Full 2025 Walker Cup rosters released with world rankings and bios for all 20 players. Team lineups, recent form and key matchups detailed as captains finalize squads for the amateur international showdown.

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At 50th Walker Cup, this captain is first of his kind

At 50th Walker Cup, this captain is first of his kind

LIV golfers have been given a formal qualification pathway to The Open, enabling players to earn spots through designated events and exemptions, marking a significant shift in access to the historic major.

At the 50th Walker Cup, the appointed captain becomes the first of his background to lead the U.S. team, breaking precedent and underscoring efforts to diversify leadership in elite amateur golf.

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Ian Poulter won’t pose problem for U.S. Walker Cup team. But his son might

Ian Poulter won’t pose problem for U.S. Walker Cup team. But his son might

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open citing illness, leaving the field short one marquee name. Tournament officials say he sought medical attention; his status for upcoming events remains uncertain.

Ian Poulter isn’t expected to disrupt the U.S. Walker Cup team, but concerns over his son’s potential presence or influence could complicate team dynamics, say sources close to selectors.

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On Walker Cup eve, all is in order. The matches will put an end to that

On Walker Cup eve, all is in order. The matches will put an end to that

Fitzpatrick sealed the DP World Tour title with a record-equalling 66, storming the final round to overhaul rivals and finish the week in imperious form.

On Walker Cup eve teams exude calm, but captains warn the orderly veneer will crack once play begins; the weekend’s head-to-head matches promise drama, momentum swings and national pride on the line.

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2025 Walker Cup at Cypress Point: TV coverage, how to watch, format

2025 Walker Cup at Cypress Point: TV coverage, how to watch, format

New pathway allows LIV golfers to qualify for The Open through designated events and exemptions, providing a formal route for players to compete in golf’s oldest major.

The 2025 Walker Cup at Cypress Point will be broadcast live with multi-network coverage; viewers can stream foursomes and singles across regional broadcasters and official platforms, as teams contest match play format.

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10 things you need to know about the 2025 Walker Cup

10 things you need to know about the 2025 Walker Cup

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
An agreement grants LIV golfers a formal qualification route into The Open, opening exemptions and qualifying spots that could send Saudi-backed players into the field at Royal Troon and future Championships.

10 things you need to know about the 2025 Walker Cup:
Preview: 10 essentials for the 2025 Walker Cup – venue, captains, U.S. and GB&I team lineups, key rookies, format tweaks, Ryder Cup crossover candidates, date, and watchability for amateur golf fans worldwide.

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