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Sergio Garcia signs multi-year extension, fills out all-Spanish team

Sergio Garcia signed a multi-year contract extension with LIV Golf on Friday and will return to his role as the team captain for Fireballs GC. The move also comes after Garcia did not renew his DP World Tour membership for 2026.

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Immelman working to involve LIV Golf in rankings

Trevor Immelman said Friday he is in constant contact with the CEO of LIV Golf in his role as chairman of the Official World Golf Ranking as the board tries to work through issues that include how the Saudi-funded circuit populates its 54-man league.

Golf News / HITC / December 19

YouTube golfer tipped by former PGA Tour winner to beat Rory McIlroy and Collin Morikawa

YouTube has opened up a new path for aspiring golfers, letting them build careers without ever joining a professional tour. Many skilled players who might have once aimed for the PGA Tour are now finding more lucrative opportunities through content creation.

Golf News / HITC / December 19

Rory McIlroy reveals his favourite course worldwide — and it’s not Augusta or St Andrews

Rory McIlroy previously stated that he was a member of 18 different golf courses. McIlroy has had success on just about every continent over the years.

Johnson Wagner News / CBSSports.com / December 19

Johnson Wagner describes 'pinch me' moment joining Golf on CBS as on-course reporter, digital contributor

Wagner has garnered golf fans' adoration by recreating key golf shots from tournament rounds, which he will continue in his new role

Golf News / HITC / December 19

PGA Tour pro weighs Scottie Scheffler vs Rory McIlroy on who has the higher ceiling

It will be interesting to see whether Rory McIlroy or Scottie Scheffler end up with more majors when all is said and done. The two have clearly been the top names on the PGA Tour since Tiger Woods stepped away from full-time competition.

Golf News / ESPN / December 19

Here's every winner of BBC SPOTY - which sport has won the most times?

Golf had to wait 36 years between Sports Personality of the Year winners, but which sport has won the most?

Rory McIlroy News / FirstSportz / December 19

Watch: World No.2 Rory McIlroy Gets Emotional Following Tribute to Shooting Victims at Awards Show

It was an emotional night for Rory McIlroy on Thursday as he picked up another award. During the BBC Sports Award Show, the 5-time major champion was seen holding back tears and got emotional while giving a tribute to two shooting victims.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / December 18

Rory’s Remarkable Year: A Season for the Ages

Some moments in sports go beyond numbers and awards. They remind us why we love the game. Rory McIlroy’s 2025 season was full of these moments. His recent

Rory McIlroy News / BBC Sport / December 18

McIlroy wins Sports Personality of the Year 2025

Rory McIlroy is crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year for 2025 after clinching the career Grand Slam and helping Europe win the Ryder Cup in the USA.

Billy Horschel News / HITC / December 18

Billy Horschel suggests a PGA Tour change unlikely to please American golfers

Reportedly, the PGA Tour is considering making changes to its schedule for the 2027 season and subsequent years. New CEO Brian Rolapp has already reached out to Tiger Woods, asking for his help in making the best decision for everyone involved.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 18

LIV team championship returning to The Cardinal in '26

The season-ending LIV Golf team championship event will return to The Cardinal at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth Township, Mich., in 2026. The Aramco LIV Golf Michigan Team Championship 2026 is scheduled for Aug.

Golf News / HITC / December 18

Ludvig Aberg explains why Keegan Bradley’s Ryder Cup move left him shocked

Ludvig Aberg was a key figure in Europe’s Ryder Cup victory at Bethpage Black in September. Going into Sunday, it looked like Europe were on track to set a new record for the biggest win since 1979.

Golf News / HITC / December 18

Ludvig Aberg reveals his choice for golf’s best driver above McIlroy and DeChambeau

When it comes to driving the ball, Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau are often the first names that come to mind in the modern game. Justin Thomas and Adam Scott have even gone as far as calling McIlroy the greatest driver ever, praising not just his power but his consistency over so many years.

Golf News / HITC / December 18

Johnson Wagner outlines what lies ahead for Scottie Scheffler over the next two years

Scottie Scheffler’s 2025 campaign can easily be viewed as more impressive than the year before, even if it was not quite as statistically dominant. In 2024, he notched up more wins, but his six titles this past season spoke volumes about where his game is at now.

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Golf News / HITC / December 18

Rory McIlroy opens up on what changes for him when facing Scottie Scheffler

Scottie Scheffler’s lead over Rory McIlroy in the world rankings is now as large as the gap between McIlroy and the player ranked 60th. That is a sign of just how consistent Scheffler has been over the last two years.

Rory McIlroy suffers defeat to Scottie Scheffler in Golf Channel Games

The Holywood native featured on a team with Luke Donald, Shane Lowry and Haotong Li.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / December 17

Rory McIlroy admits how he really feels about Shinnecock Hills ahead of the 2026 US Open

Rory McIlroy has completed the Grand Slam, but he wants to achieve much, much more before he retires. McIlroy enjoyed a sensational 2025 season, winning three times on the PGA Tour, including his victory at The Masters.

Ludvig Aberg News / HITC / December 17

Ludvig Aberg says what he finds ‘so underrated’ about Augusta National as a golf course

The 2024 Masters provided the perfect stage for Ludvig Aberg to show that he is a superstar in the making. The Swede was making his major championship debut at the event.

Golf News / HITC / December 17

Rory McIlroy shares what left him in disbelief about Bryson DeChambeau on Masters Sunday

One storyline The Masters in 2025 could have used was a final-round showdown between Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau. Going into Sunday, fans had to be happy with how the board looked.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 17

Rory McIlroy adds TGL teammate, takes jab at Keegan Bradley

Rory McIlroy announced that his TGL team has a new member. The Northern Irishman tabbed Michael Thorbjornsen to join Boston Common Golf in the tech-infused indoor golf league.

Justin Thomas News / Field Level Media / December 16

Justin Thomas gives $1M donation to Alabama

Justin Thomas is giving back to his alma mater -- in a big way. Thomas agreed to donate $1 million to the Crimson Standard, which in turn will use the money to upgrade Alabama's facilities for both the men's and women's golf teams.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 16

Sergio Garcia loses Abraham Ancer to all-Latin American team

Abraham Ancer is leaving captain Sergio Garcia's Fireballs GC to become part of Torque GC's all-Latin American lineup for the 2026 LIV Golf season. Mexico's Ancer replaces the relegated Mito Pereira and joins countryman Carlos Ortiz and Colombia's Sebastian Munoz on Chilean captain Joaquin Niemann's Torque roster, the league confirmed Tuesday.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 15

Scottie Scheffler wins fourth consecutive POY Award

Scottie Scheffler won the 2025 Jack Nicklaus Award as PGA Tour Player of the Year on Monday to become the first golfer since Tiger Woods (1999-2003) to earn the honor in four consecutive seasons.