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Jack Nicklaus once spotted and weighed in on a flaw in Rory McIlroy’s game

Rory McIlroy joined an exclusive group when he won The Masters in April, becoming just the sixth player to complete golf’s career Grand Slam – matching a feat first achieved by Jack Nicklaus back in 1966.

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How Scottie Scheffler’s 2025 prizes compare to Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus in past eras

Scottie Scheffler stayed on top of the PGA Tour in 2025, collecting six victories – twice as many as anyone else. Ben Griffin finished the season with three PGA Tour wins, matching Rory McIlroy’s total.

Joaquin Niemann News / HITC / November 28

PGA Tour hopeful struggles in Australia as Joaquin Niemann also disappoints

With the second round of the Australian PGA Championship now complete, a clear picture is emerging at the top of the leaderboard. Local players have put on a strong showing thus far, with five Australians currently ranked among the top seven.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / November 28

Rick Shiels predicts what comes next for Rory McIlroy at Augusta

The standout moment of the golfing year took place on the 18th green at Augusta National, where Rory McIlroy finally won The Masters to complete his Career Grand Slam.

Golf News / ESPN / November 28

Struggling Smith seals 7th straight missed cut

Cameron Smith has endured another hometown horror show, the three-time Australian PGA champion fading badly to card a four-over 75 and miss a seventh straight cut.

Rory McIlroy News / Field Level Media / November 27

Rory McIlroy: Merger unlikely with LIV Golf spending 'irrationally'

Rory McIlroy said it will be difficult for the PGA Tour and LIV Golf to reach an agreement so long as the Saudi-backed league continues to spend "irrationally." Speaking at the CNBC CEO Council Forum, the world's No.

Rory McIlroy News / Last Word On Sports / November 27

McIlroy Fears Golf Rift Can’t Heal Because of LIV’s Out-of-Control Spending

Rory McIlroy revealed he believes Saudi-backed LIV Golf’s heavy, ongoing spending has made it impossible for the sport to heal its rift. LIV Golf lured many top players away from the PGA Tour with mouthwatering contracts when it launched in 2021.

Fuzzy Zoeller News / Field Level Media / November 27

Controversial former Masters champ Fuzzy Zoeller dies at 74

Fuzzy Zoeller, a two-time majors champion and a 10-time winner on the PGA Tour, has died at age 74. Zoeller's career was overshadowed by a controversial comment he made about Tiger Woods in 1997.

Tom Watson News / HITC / November 27

Tom Watson’s tip to help amateur golfers drive the ball better when hitting into the wind

Tom Watson is one of the very best drivers of the golf ball of all time. Watson was one of the most successful as well, and his ability to control his driver in strong winds was the main reason why he won a record five Open Championships.

Nelly Korda News / HITC / November 27

Where Nelly Korda crucially needs to improve if she wants to win again in 2026

Nelly Korda’s latest LPGA Tour season came to a close without a victory. Korda called it “a grind” after wrapping up her year with a third-place finish at the CME Group Tour Championship.

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Phil Mickelson News / HITC / November 27

What Phil Mickelson once warned was ‘killing the game’ for amateurs still rings true now

Phil Mickelson has never been shy about sharing his thoughts on golf course setups, but this time his comments were aimed at defending the amateurs. He spoke out against Le Golf National before the 2022 Olympics, recalling his experience there during the 2018 Ryder Cup.

Golf News / HITC / November 27

Colin Montgomerie weighs in on whether Tiger Woods should move to the Champions circuit

Tiger Woods is facing a decision ahead of the 2026 season that could shape the future of the PGA Tour. Turning 50 in December, he becomes eligible for the PGA Tour Champions, while his return to the main tour remains up in the air following another back surgery earlier this year.

Min Woo Lee News / HITC / November 27

DP World Tour star to play through injury to face Min Woo Lee and Cam Smith

Marco Penge refuses to withdraw as he prepares to tee it up with Min Woo Lee and Cameron Smith. The new DP World Tour season has drawn a stacked field to Australia, with Joaquin Niemann, Adam Scott and Ryan Fox among the headliners for the Australian PGA Championship and Australian Open.

Jordan Spieth News / Last Word On Sports / November 26

Jordan Spieth Criticized For Relying On Sponsorship Exemptions

With the last event of the PGA Tour wrapped up for 2025, the schedule is now being set for next season. This includes the Signature events. The tournaments

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 25

PGA Tour adds financial incentives for players who lost status

The PGA Tour will provide a financial safety net for some of its full-time pros through two initiatives starting next year, according to a memo sent to players on Tuesday and reported by multiple media outlets.

Golf News / Golf on ClutchPoints / November 24

Scottie Scheffler ends PGA Tour season with statistical first since Tiger Woods

The 2025 PGA Tour season has officially concluded, with Sami Välimäki winning the RSM Classic. Now that the season is over, golf fans can look back and appreciate the greatness of Scottie Scheffler.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 23

Thitikul sets LPGA record while winning Tour Championship

Jeeno Thitikul sets LPGA season record while winning Tour Championship

World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul had a pedestrian — by her standards — 4-under-par 68 at the CME Group Tour Championship, but it was more than enough for her to set an LPGA record and coast to victory on Sunday

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Scott Vincent, Yosuke Asaji secure LIV berths in International Series finale

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Scott Vincent News / Field Level Media / November 22

Scott Vincent, Yosuke Asaji secure LIV golf berths in International Series finale

Zimbabwe's Scott Vincent secured his return to LIV Golf on Saturday after finishing atop the International Series rankings, with Japan's Yosuke Asaji also earning promotion as the season-long race concluded at the Saudi International in Riyadh.

Jack Nicklaus News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

Nicklaus Companies Goes Bankrupt After Losing Court Case to Jack Nicklaus

Nicklaus Companies LLC, the firm named after golf legend Jack Nicklaus, has filed for bankruptcy protection after a jury awarded its founder and former co-chair, Jack Nicklaus $50 million in a defamation case.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 22

World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul in command at Tour Championship

Firing an 8-under par 64, World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand doubled her lead to six strokes after Saturday's third round at the CME Group Tour Championship in Naples, Fla.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 22

Report: Laurie Canter to rejoin LIV, forgo PGA Tour

England's Laurie Canter intends to rejoin the LIV Golf League in 2026 despite earning his PGA Tour card, Sports Business Journal reported. Canter, 36, competed on the Saudi-backed circuit during its first three seasons from 2022-24, both as a member of Cleeks GC and as a league reserve.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 21

World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul grabs 3-shot lead at Tour Championship

The two best players in the world were the two best players on the course at the CME Group Tour Championship on Friday. Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul fired a 9-under-par 63 to vault into a three-stroke lead at the LPGA's season finale at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Fla.