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Steven Alker goes wire to wire at Simmons Bank, seizes Schwab Cup lead

Steven Alker of New Zealand posted a 3-under-par 69 as he cruised to a seven-shot victory at the Simmons Bank Championship on Sunday in Little Rock, Ark.

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Dustin Johnson Signs New LIV Deal — Ending Rumors of PGA Return

Dustin Johnson has signed a new LIV Golf deal, ending months of speculation that he could be returning to the PGA Tour. The two-time major champion was one of the earliest stars to join the breakaway circuit in 2022, and he has now reportedly agreed to extend his contract with LIV Golf in a deal believed to be worth more than $100 million.

Golf News / CBSSports.com / October 26

Fifa Laopakdee rallies from six shots down to clinch Masters, Open Championship spots at Asia-Pacific Amateur

It took three playoff holes, but Laopakdee became the first Thai to win the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship

Golf News / HITC / October 26

Trey Wingo says Shane Lowry made Ryder Cup remark no American would ever dare repeat

Europe successfully retained the Ryder Cup last month at Bethpage Black, with Shane Lowry securing the win by sinking a six-foot birdie putt on his final hole against Russell Henley.

Golf News / ESPN / October 26

Thai amateur secures spots in Masters, Open

Pongsapak "Fifa" Laopakdee rallied from a six-shot deficit with a 4-under 68 and beat 16-year-old Taisei Nagasaki of Japan on the third playoff to win the Asia-Pacific Amateur, sending him to the Masters and Open next year.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 26

Australia jolts U.S., wins LPGA's International Crown

Minjee Lee and Hannah Green recorded 2 and 1 wins in each of their singles matches in the final on Sunday, helping Australia defeat the United States to capture the LPGA's International Crown tournament in Goyang-si, South Korea.

Golf News / HITC / October 26

Gary Player exposed truth US media ignored about his rivalry with Jack Nicklaus

Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus spent years going head-to-head in golf’s biggest tournaments. However, these days, they share a close friendship built on decades of shared history.

Golf News / ESPN / October 26

Aussies beat U.S., win LPGA International Crown

Australia beat the United States Team to win the LPGA's International Crown tournament on Sunday.

Golf News / ESPN / October 25

Brennan opens up two-shot lead at Black Desert

Michael Brennan shot a 7-under 64 on Saturday in sunny conditions at the Bank of Utah Championship to take a two-stroke lead over defending champion Matt McCarty.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 25

Michael Brennan maintains lead at Utah

Michael Brennan, who led the field when play was suspended Friday evening due to darkness, maintained his edge on Saturday, shooting a 7-under-par 64 to open up a two-stroke lead on the field at the Bank of Utah Championship in Ivins, Utah.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 25

Steven Alker maintains 5-stroke lead entering final round of Simmons Bank

Steven Alker maintained his sizable lead in the second round of the Simmons Bank Championship Saturday in Little Rock, Ark. by going bogey-free for the second straight day.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 25

Aldrich Potgieter explains Utah withdrawal amid LIV Golf rumors

Aldrich Potgieter said he withdrew from the Bank of Utah Championship due to illness, at least temporarily quelling rumors that the young South African is contemplating a move to LIV Golf.

Keegan Bradley News / HITC / October 25

Ryan Lavner weighs in on suggestions Keegan Bradley sought sympathy after Ryder Cup loss

Keegan Bradley has spoken out about the United States’ loss at the 2025 Ryder Cup, a result that still stings for many American fans. Expectations were high for the home side, with Bethpage Black expected to play into their hands.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 25

World team punches ticket to International Crown semifinals

Canada's Brooke Henderson and Wei-Ling Hsu of Taiwan recorded a 4 and 3 win over Sweden's Madelene Sagstrom and Ingrid Lindblad on Saturday to qualify the World team for the International Crown semifinals in Goyang-si, South Korea.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

Bank of Utah leader Michael Brennan making most of opportunity

Michael Brennan, in his first PGA Tour start as a professional, held a one-shot lead at the Bank of Utah Championship when play was suspended due to darkness Friday evening in Ivins, Utah.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

Steven Alker pours in 11 birdies for big Simmons Bank lead

Steven Alker ripped off six straight birdies to finish his first round with a bang and take a five-shot lead at the Simmons Bank Championship on Friday in Little Rock, Ark.

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Will Zalatoris News / Field Level Media / October 24

Will Zalatoris says 'nightmare' of back pain finally gone

Will Zalatoris seems to be feeling better than he has in nearly three years and is planning to return to the PGA Tour in 2026. After missing the cut in the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow in May, Zalatoris underwent back surgery for the second time in just over two years.

Patrick Reed News / Last Word On Sports / October 24

'My Kids Have Been Bullied': Patrick Reed Opens Up About the Human Cost of Golf’s Media Scrutiny

Patrick Reed has opened up about the emotional toll that bullying and allegations of cheating have had on him over the years. The 35-year-old blames his false “bad-boy” reputation in golf for causing his kids’ bullying at school and his family’s suffering.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

Vince Covello WDs from Bank of Utah Championship

Vince Covello withdrew from the Bank of Utah Championship prior to the start of the second round on Friday. PGA Tour Communications did not provide a reason

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

U.S. overcomes 'rocky' start, stays perfect at International Crown

The United States remained unbeaten at the Hanwha LifePlus International Crown tournament on Friday, winning both of their fourball matches in Goyang-si, South Korea.

Golf News / HITC / October 24

Xander Schauffele reveals how Scottie Scheffler has unsettled him during the season

Even though the Baycurrent Classic does not hold much weight on the PGA Tour schedule, it still offered a timely reminder of Xander Schauffele’s ability as he picked up his first win of the 2025 season.

Jack Nicklaus News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

Jack Nicklaus Awarded $50 Million In Defamation Case

A Florida jury awarded golf legend Jack Nicklaus $50 million in his defamation lawsuit against the Nicklaus Companies. The 85-year-old sued his former business partners, accusing them of making false statements about his alleged connections to LIV Golf and his mental health.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 22

Report: LIV Golf adds requirement for new signings

Players who sign with LIV Golf beginning in 2026 will have increased responsibilities beyond the league's 14 annual events. Newly contracted players will also be expected to play a minimum of two International Series events on the Asian Tour, according to a report by Flushing It.

Keegan Bradley News / Yardbarker / October 21

Keegan Bradley still hasn't forgiven himself for Ryder Cup failure

It's been nearly a month since Team Europe embarrassed Team USA with a 15-13 win at the 2025 Ryder Cup, but American captain Keegan Bradley can't stop thinking about how he let his country down.

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 15

NASCAR leadership execs were worried about PGA, LIV-esque split

Text messages between NASCAR leadership revealed execs were worried about PGA, LIV-esque split

Bombshell text messages were revealed on Wednesday by 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports in a court filing in the teams' antitrust case against NASCAR.

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