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On YouTubeGotterup continues rise, opens '26 with Sony win 
Chris Gotterup opened the new PGA Tour season with three big birdies on the back nine that carried him to a 6-under 64 and a two-shot victory in the Sony Open.
Bubba Watson News / Field Level Media / January 18
Bubba Watson critical of LIV Golf's format change, reduces 'chaos'
Bubba Watson prefers tighter, more chaotic finishes to golf tournaments, so he's against LIV Golf's move from 54 to 72 holes for every event this upcoming season.
Golf News / CBSSports.com / January 18
Chris Gotterup runs pulls away from field to win 2026 Sony Open, first tournament of PGA Tour season
Gotterup signed for a final-round 64 to grab the first tournament of the year
Golf News / Field Level Media / January 18
Mateo Pulcini wins Latin America Amateur, books trips to 3 majors
Mateo Pulcini of Argentina defeated Venezuela's Virgilio Paz on the second playoff hole to win the Latin America Amateur Championship on Sunday in Lima, Peru.
Pulcini wins Latin America Amateur, major spots
Mateo Pulcini made a pair of big par putts over the final hour and finished with a 3-foot par save on the second playoff hole to win the Latin America Amateur Championship and earn spots in the Masters, U.S.
Golf News / Athlon Sports / January 18
Nacho Elvira Survives Final-Hole Drama to Win Dubai Invitational
The 18th hole at Dubai Creek Resort turned into a graveyard for championship dreams on Sunday. But while Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry stumbled through the carnage, Nacho Elvira kept his composure to claim his third DP World Tour title at the Dubai Invitational.
Bubba Watson News / HITC / January 18
Bubba Watson claims LIV Golf got it wrong with key off-season decision
LIV Golf’s offseason has been anything but smooth, and even its own supporters seem divided over the changes. The headline was Brooks Koepka’s move back to the PGA Tour, making him the first high-profile player to leave the Saudi-backed league.
Collin Morikawa News / HITC / January 18
Collin Morikawa reflects on his game after early exit at the Sony Open in Hawaii
Collin Morikawa, a two-time major winner, was not able to repeat his strong start last year, missing the cut this week at the Sony Open in Hawaii. He began 2025 with a second-place finish at The Sentry, before eventually capturing victory at the Travelers Championship.
Tiger Woods News / HITC / January 18
Tiger Woods’ quiet power play behind PGA Tour’s “reunification” in 2026
Tiger Woods has used his influence behind the scenes to quietly reshape the PGA Tour, guiding the sport through its most significant reunification in modern golf.
Dame Laura Davies weighs in on Shane Lowry’s dramatic finish at Dubai Invitational
Shane Lowry had a rough end to his week at the Dubai Invitational. He played well throughout most of the tournament, but he left the course on Sunday feeling far from satisfied with how things finished.
Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 18
Rory McIlroy shares candid assessment of his form after Dubai Invitational disappointment
Rory McIlroy came up just short of adding another DP World Tour win to his record at the Dubai Invitational this weekend. McIlroy went into the final round three shots behind 54-hole leader Nacho Elvira, and the gap grew to six after a rough start.
Shane Lowry News / ESPN / January 18
Rory, Lowry wilt in Dubai as Elvira rallies to win
Nacho Elvira benefitted from dramatic final-hole mishaps by Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry to win the Dubai Invitational by one shot on Sunday, securing his third title on the European tour.
Bubba Watson reveals his true view on Brooks Koepka stepping away from LIV
Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour is a significant hit to LIV Golf, and the Saudi-backed league has taken notice. The five-time major winner has become the first high-profile player to leave LIV, and his exit could have lasting consequences for the league’s future.
What Phil Mickelson really thinks about Vijay Singh’s return to the PGA Tour
Vijay Singh’s choice to use a PGA Tour card for the 2026 season drew plenty of early criticism, but his play so far at the Sony Open in Hawaii is starting to change some minds.
Brooks Koepka News / HITC / January 18
Brooks Koepka may have spoiled his PGA Tour return during LIV Golf’s Singapore event
Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour is already drawing attention — not for his swing, but for a remark at LIV Golf Singapore that hinted at the mental strain he’s carrying.
Davis Riley News / Field Level Media / January 17
Davis Riley in Sony Open lead after strong finish through 3 rounds
Davis Riley had a strong finishing stretch to shoot 3-under-par 67 and claim the lead through the third round of the Sony Open on Saturday at Honolulu.
Tony Finau News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Tony Finau Joins Jordan
Over the many years the PGA Tour has been established, the sport of golf has seen some of the most prominent names in attendance and as sponsors. Some names are seen like FedEx, Charles Schwab, Nike, Rolex, and now even Jordan.
Golf News / Field Level Media / January 17
Will Zalatoris (back) to return at The American Express
Will Zalatoris will return to competition next week at The American Express in La Quinta, Calif. A former world top-10 player, Zalatoris is eight months removed from back surgery.
Vijay Singh News / Athlon Sports / January 16
Vijay Singh Shows Father Time Who’s Boss, Makes Sony Cut
At 62, most professional golfers are content playing the occasional Champions Tour event and spending time with their grandkids. Vijay Singh? He’s out here making cuts on the PGA TOUR and showing the young guns how it’s done.
Golf News / Field Level Media / January 16
Minjee Lee, Grace Kim to miss Tournament of Champions
Major champions Minjee Lee and Grace Kim have opted against competing in the LPGA's season-opening Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, their agents confirmed to Golfweek.
Video Games News / Athlon Sports / January 15
PGA Tour 2K25 Legend Edition Year 2: Everything You Need to Know
Golf games have a funny way of humbling players long before the leaderboard ever does. One swing feels perfect, the next somehow defies physics, common sense, and muscle memory all at once.
Golf News / Field Level Media / January 14
LIV Golf parts with Kevin Na as team rebranded to Korean Golf Club
Iron Heads GC is not only getting a new name but reportedly will have a revamped roster as two of its players are no longer with LIV Golf. Kevin Na, who
Dustin Johnson News / Yardbarker / January 15
Dustin Johnson descends deeper into irrelevance with LIV Golf decision
Days after Brooks Koepka announced he'll be returning to the PGA Tour, LIV Golf announced it has signed two-time major champion Dustin Johnson to a multiyear extension.
Haotong Li News / Yardbarker / January 13
Four newcomers you need to know ahead of 2026 PGA Tour season
The 2026 PGA Tour season kicks off this week from the Sony Open in Hawaii at Waialae Country Club. We all know about the Scottie Schefflers and Rory McIlroys of the world, but what about the rookies ready to make a name for themselves?
Golf News / Yardbarker / January 12
Brooks Koepka potentially making big sacrifice in return to PGA Tour
A major domino in the PGA Tour versus LIV Golf battle has fallen, as Brooks Koepka has decided to return to the PGA Tour after playing four seasons on the rival tour. The twist? He's willing to forfeit a potential $85 million to do so.
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