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Rory McIlroy addresses Max Homa’s claim on playing the Australian Open in 2026

In his long-awaited return to the Australian Open this week, Rory McIlroy finished tied for 14th. While he never really looked like contending, it is clear that he enjoyed himself while in Melbourne.

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Another controversy for Wyndham Clark as critics accuse him of being ‘ungrateful’

Wyndham Clark has once again found himself in the firing line from golf fans after his comments about the course at the Hero World Challenge. Earlier this year, he was banned from Oakmont after damaging a locker room during the US Open.

Golf News / ESPN / December 7

Neergaard-Petersen wins Australian Open crown

Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen has won the Australian Open by one shot over local star Cameron Smith.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 6

Sepp Straka (64) surges into Hero lead; Scottie Scheffler 1 back

Austria's Sepp Straka fired an 8-under-par 64 on Saturday to take a one-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler into the final round of the Hero World Challenge in The Bahamas.

Golf News / HITC / December 6

Adam Scott discusses how Rory McIlroy’s appearance could influence next year’s Australian Open

Even with some of the sport’s biggest names competing elsewhere, the Australian Open has still managed to draw plenty of attention from golf fans around the world.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / December 6

Rory McIlroy nine back at Australian Open but comeback hopes linger

Rory McIlroy hasn’t found his best form at the Australian Open in Melbourne this week. At one point on Friday, it even looked like he might miss the cut.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / December 6

Scottie Scheffler explains why the Hero World Challenge feels different to other PGA Tour events

Scottie Scheffler has a shot at the Hero World Challenge title, and he’s shared his thoughts on how the event feels compared to a typical PGA Tour week.

Golf News / ESPN / December 6

Smith back to form in Australian Open title bid

A resurgent Cameron Smith could finish an otherwise forgettable year with a maiden Australian Open title with the Queenslander taking over from Min Woo Lee as the top local hope.

Rory McIlroy News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

Rory McIlroy Is Shifting His Priorities Towards Majors

For Rory McIlroy, 2025 was an eventful year, as it was the year he achieved the coveted career Grand Slam in the majors. It also means that he achieved a major goal for any pro in the sport, so naturally, the question is, what now? McIlroy has been considering his next move, and he has an answer, which involves the larger golf events.

Akshay Bhatia News / Athlon Sports / December 5

Akshay Bhatia: The Drive, Chip and Putt Kid Has Come a Long Way

There's something poetic about watching Akshay Bhatia stand in a five-way tie for the lead at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas this week. At just 23 years old, he's sharing the top of the leaderboard with Hideki Matsuyama, Cameron Young, Wyndham Clark, and J.J.

Scottie Scheffler News / Field Level Media / December 5

Cameron Young shares Hero lead after 64; Scottie Scheffler 1 back

Cameron Young went 5 under par over a four-hole stretch en route to posting a 64 on Friday and grabbing a share of the 36-hole lead at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas.

Stewart Cink News / ESPN / December 5

U.S. pulls near Europe in World Champions Cup

Stewart Cink and Jason Caron led the way for the Americans in the Skechers World Champions Cup.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 5

U.S. narrows Europe’s lead at World Champions Cup

Team Europe is clinging to a 1.5-point lead after the second day of the Skechers World Champions Cup as the United States used a strong day to chip into the margin.

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Young, Spaun among five tied for Bahamas lead

- U.S. Open champion J.J. Spaun converted two of his three eagle chances, Cameron Young shot 30 on the back nine and Hideki Matsuyama was bogey-free, all of them part of another five-way tie for the lead Friday in the Hero World Challenge.

Golf News / ESPN / December 5

Aussie stars light up the Open as Rory hangs tough

Human highlights reel Min Woo Lee has lit up Royal Melbourne to move within a shot of the lead as his superstar playing partner Rory McIlroy briefly threatened to miss the halfway cut on a dramatic day two of the Australian Open.

Golf News / HITC / December 5

Kevin Kisner outlines the price DeChambeau and Koepka should pay to rejoin PGA Tour

The split in professional golf continues, as the PGA Tour and LIV Golf have yet to agree on a merger. LIV have plenty of talent on their side, with players like Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in the mix, but overall, the PGA Tour continues to lead the way across most areas.

Golf News / HITC / December 5

Kevin Kisner opens up on what Tiger Woods told him about rehab amid 2026 PGA comeback buzz

Golf fans everywhere are asking the same thing: when will Tiger Woods be back on the course? It was in October when Woods had his seventh back surgery, raising fresh concerns about his future.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / December 5

Rory McIlroy rallies late after shaky start to survive Australian Open cut

Rory McIlroy has booked his place at the weekend’s play at the Australian Open, but that didn’t always look certain during his back nine. In his first appearance at the event since 2014, the 2025 Masters winner found himself one-over-par and below the projected cut line with four holes to play.

Tiger Woods News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Tiger Woods: What the Future May Hold For the PGA TOUR

I've been in this game for nearly three decades, and I've watched Tiger Woods do things that seemed impossible. Winning 15 majors. Coming back from multiple back surgeries.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 4

Thomas Bjorn, Darren Clarke guide Europe to World Champions Cup lead

Thomas Bjorn of Denmark and Darren Clarke of Northern Ireland were the best tandem on the course Thursday as they helped Team Europe open up a lead at the Skechers World Champions Cup at Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater, Fla.

Akshay Bhatia News / Last Word On Sports / December 4

Akshay Bhatia Has A New Caddie

It is not unusual for players to change their caddies. Changes are fairly common on and off-season. Sometimes, there is a match made in heaven between

Keegan Bradley News / Total Apex Sports / December 4

Keegan Bradley Reflects On Landmark 2025 Season

Imagine having one of the best statistical years of your professional career. You win a prestigious event like the Travelers Championship, you climb back into the top tier of the World Rankings, and you even pocket a nice check winning a high-profile Skins Game against the likes of Xander Schauffele and Rory McIlroy.

Tiger Woods News / Yardbarker / December 3

Tiger Woods provides grim update on his golf future

Tiger Woods broke his silence and spoke with reporters in The Bahamas ahead of the Hero World Challenge on Tuesday.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / December 1

Laurie Canter turns down PGA to sign with Majesticks GC for 2026

After a top-10 finish on the DP World Tour which earned him a 2026 PGA Tour card, English golfer Laurie Canter has instead decided to return to LIV Golf next season.