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PGA Tour releases strange Brooks Koepka statement after decision to leave LIV Golf

Brooks Koepka shook up the golf world by announcing his decision to step away from LIV Golf on Tuesday. Koepka cited family as the reason for his departure but noted that he’ll have an update on what’s coming next at some point.

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The Jack Nicklaus head trick Tom Watson once explained can improve amateur swings

Tom Watson spent enough time watching Jack Nicklaus over the years to learn more than a few things about how to refine his golf swing. Watson and Nicklaus had plenty of battles across their careers, and at their best, few players moved a club better than they did.

Jon Rahm News / HITC / December 24

The small adjustment Jon Rahm uses to hit a draw without changing his swing

Jon Rahm is known as one of the top ball strikers in the game today, and when you look at his swing in detail, it is clear why. While he does not have the classic technique of a Rory McIlroy or Tommy Fleetwood, that has not held him back.

Gary Player News / HITC / December 24

The story behind Gary Player pinning a golfer against a locker pre-Masters triumph

Gary Player has never been one to avoid a bit of controversy and does not mind getting into the occasional spat, either. Player is inarguably one of the greatest golfers to ever play the game.

Brooks Koepka News / FirstSportz / December 24

PGA Tour Issues Cryptic Message Following Brooks Koepka’s Departure from LIV Golf After 4 Years

Brooks Koepka is leaving LIV Golf. On Tuesday, the LIV Golf announced the departure of the former World No.1 golfer. The PGA Tour would later issue a cryptic message regarding him.

Golf News / ESPN / December 23

'Jumbo' Ozaki, a Japanese golf great, dies at 78

Masashi "Jumbo" Ozaki, whose 113 worldwide victories are the most of any player from Japan, died Wednesday in his home country after a battle with colon cancer, the Japan Golf Tour said.

Brooks Koepka News / Field Level Media / December 23

Brooks Koepka parts ways with LIV Golf

LIV Golf announced Tuesday that five-time majors champion Brooks Koepka has parted ways with the worldwide tour prior to the 2026 season. The 35-year-old Koepka, who had one year left on his LIV contract, has yet to declare whether he intends to return to the PGA Tour.

Golf News / Larry Brown Sports / December 24

Brooks Koepka becomes first player to leave LIV Golf

Brooks Koepka becomes first golfer to leave Saudi-backed LIV Golf

Ever since LIV Golf began in 2022, Brooks Koepka has been a part of it. However, that is now over.

Sergio Garcia signs multiyear extension, fills out all-Spanish team

Si Woo Kim again shoots down rumors linking him to LIV Golf

Relegated LIV Golf player Mito Pereira announces retirement at 30

Matt, Cameron Kuchar scramble for 54, run away with PNC Championship

The 'U.S. Open golf champions' quiz

Golf News / CBSSports.com / December 23

Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, Max Homa lead notable bounce-back candidates on PGA Tour in 2026

Some of the biggest names in golf surely want to leave 2025 behind them and look toward the future with a new season on the horizon

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Shane Lowry News / HITC / December 23

Shane Lowry explains warning he gave Team Europe before USA’s Ryder Cup Sunday fightback

Shane Lowry sensed Europe was relaxing too soon. It looked like Europe had the Ryder Cup wrapped up before Sunday even began. By Saturday night, the scoreboard showed an 11.5 to 4.5 lead for Europe, and only the visiting fans could be heard above the noise at Bethpage Black.

Washington Capitals News / CBSSports.com / December 23

Alex Noren, Michael Kim and Min Woo Lee among 13 players to earn 2026 Masters invites via OWGR status

The field for the first major championship of 2026 has reached 86 players

Golf News / ESPN / December 23

What's new heading into second season of TGL

From signature holes to a bigger and better putting green, the TGL is ready for the start of the 2026 season.

Golf News / HITC / December 23

What Jack Nicklaus told Colin Montgomerie at the 1992 US Open which was completely wrong

Colin Montgomerie holds one of the most unwanted records in golf. The Scotsman has the most second-place finishes in major championship history without a win, coming second on five occasions.

Golf News / HITC / December 23

Tiger Woods’ dream foursome: the three legends who made his list

It was the 2000 PGA Championship at Valhalla, and Tiger Woods was paired with Jack Nicklaus for the first two rounds. Nicklaus, a five-time winner of the event, played his last PGA Championship that year.

Padraig Harrington News / HITC / December 23

The time Padraig Harrington was disqualified while leading after shooting a course record

Padraig Harrington has put together a remarkable career over the years, and he’s got the silverware to prove it. Still, there’s one event from the early days of his career that probably still sticks with him.

Phil Mickelson News / HITC / December 23

The rare group Phil Mickelson joined after winning his first PGA Tour title

Phil Mickelson has achieved plenty over the years, but if you go back to 1991, that might just be where his best moment on the PGA Tour happened. Mickelson is now part of LIV Golf and often finds himself in disputes with the PGA Tour, which can make it easy to overlook how good he was back in the day.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / December 23

TGL Season 2 Preview: What’s New for Golf’s Tech-Forward League

When TGL presented by SoFi returns on December 28, the innovative indoor golf league will debut a series of enhancements designed to amplify the drama that made its inaugural season a success.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 22

Relegated LIV Golf player Mito Pereira retires at 30

Mito Pereira, who came close to winning the 2022 PGA Championship before leaving the PGA Tour for LIV, is retiring from golf at age 30, he announced Monday.

Byeong-Hun An News / Field Level Media / December 22

Si Woo Kim again shoots down LIV Golf rumors

Si Woo Kim has denied a rumored move to LIV Golf for the second time this month. Kim, 30, committed to next month's Sony Open in Hawaii, but an official close to Kim did acknowledge that his client was one of "many" Korean players to be offered contracts by the Saudi-backed league.