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Brooks Koepka's return to PGA Tour in spotlight at Torrey Pines

All eyes will be on Brooks Koepka when he makes his first start in a non-major PGA Tour event in nearly four years Thursday at the Farmers Insurance Open at La Jolla, Calif., outside San Diego.

Golf News / ESPN / January 28

LIV adds 10 secure spots, increases team money

LIV Golf announced several changes Wednesday, including the awarding of points to every player in the field, 10 additional secure spots, and more prize money for team results.

Golf News / Yardbarker / January 28

Embarrassing LIV Golf graphic posted online

LIV Golf was already having a rough week with Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed deciding to return to the PGA Tour, but the rival golf league made it even worse with a promotion blunder you have to see to believe.

Rory McIlroy takes victory lap over LIV Golf

Patrick Reed leaving LIV Golf, returning to PGA Tour in '27

Scottie Scheffler sends a petrifying message to the PGA Tour

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Golf News / HITC / January 28

Rick Shiels shares Cam Smith’s honest thoughts on LIV Golf after filming together

Brooks Koepka’s decision to leave LIV Golf put added attention on Cam Smith and others who were considering a move back to the PGA Tour. The PGA Tour introduced the Returning Members Program, aimed at helping Koepka make a smooth return.

Patrick Reed News / Field Level Media / January 28

Patrick Reed leaving LIV Golf, returning to PGA Tour in '27

Patrick Reed announced Wednesday that he no longer will compete in LIV Golf and will seek reinstatement to the PGA Tour for the 2027 season. Reed, who is No.

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Jordan Spieth News / HITC / January 28

Jordan Spieth’s in-depth explanation of his swing raises an important concern

It’s been a rough spell for Jordan Spieth in recent years, with his last win on the PGA Tour coming all the way back in April 2022. Spieth broke onto the scene over a decade ago, quickly making a name for himself with both his electric style of play and his approachable personality.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 28

Report: OWGR could make LIV Golf decision this week

A long-awaited decision reportedly could come soon about whether LIV Golf members will begin receiving Official World Golf Ranking points. The OWGR board is meeting on Wednesday and a vote on the LIV Golf situation could be added to the agenda, with a potential decision by the end of the week, according to Golfweek.

Golf News / HITC / January 28

PGA Tour Player responds after Rory McIlroy mocks Patrick Cantlay during Ryder Cup

Even though Rory McIlroy played a big part in the 2025 Ryder Cup, his rivalry with Patrick Cantlay from Rome didn’t really resurface in any meaningful way.

Golf News / HITC / January 28

Xander Schauffele shares his true feelings about Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour

So far, Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour hasn’t been as controversial as many expected. Koepka was the first major name to jump ship from LIV, and he was allowed straight back onto the PGA Tour, given that some conditions were met.

Nelly Korda News / Field Level Media / January 28

Nelly Korda: Not including women in TGL a 'huge and unbelievable miss'

While women's golf will have its own version of an indoor virtual league starting next winter, one of the top LPGA stars is lamenting the fact that women aren't included in the men's version.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 27

WTGL adds Lottie Woad and Rose Zhang to roster

The WTGL added two of the top young prospects in women's golf Tuesday with Rose Zhang and Lottie Woad. The indoor golf league is the women's version of the tech-infused TGL, which debuted last year with some of the top stars on the PGA Tour and currently is in its second season.

Golf News / Yardbarker / January 27

Rory McIlroy takes victory lap over LIV Golf

The PGA Tour scored a huge win over LIV Golf when Brooks Koepka ditched the Saudi-backed tour and returned to the big leagues. With Koepka set to make his 2026 PGA Tour debut this week at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines, Rory McIlroy saw it as an opportunity to take a subtle victory lap.

Scottie Scheffler sends a petrifying message to the PGA Tour

In rare move, ESPN to carry Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour return

Patrick Reed: LIV Golf extension 'not complete' yet