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Rory McIlroy identifies issue with new rollback golf ball after early testing

Golf’s governing bodies plan to introduce the golf ball rollback in 2028, and it’s a change the sport desperately needs. The pace of technological progress has already forced many historic courses to rethink their layouts.

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The course Adam Scott would choose to play every day for the rest of his life

Adam Scott has had a decorated career, winning some of golf’s biggest titles on famous courses around the globe. His crowning moment came in 2013 when he won The Masters, a long-awaited major title for a player often regarded as having one of the finest swings of his generation.

Golf News / HITC / December 17

Rory McIlroy admits to playing mind games with Keegan Bradley ahead of Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy had another standout showing for Team Europe as they claimed their sixth Ryder Cup win in the past eight meetings against the United States.

Nick Faldo News / HITC / December 17

Nick Faldo’s simple drill which is the ‘opposite’ of what most amateurs do

Many amateur golfers have no idea how to practice at the driving range. They roll up to the range with their full bag, buy a bucket of golf balls, and start hitting them, hoping for improvement.

Padraig Harrington News / HITC / December 17

Padraig Harrington reveals the most important tip for amateurs

Padraig Harrington has a real talent for making the game more understandable for everyday players. Golf can feel a bit much sometimes. Everyone goes through phases where too many swing thoughts start piling up, making it hard to even take the club back.

Greg Norman News / HITC / December 17

The two remarks Greg Norman admits he truly regrets making

Greg Norman, a once-celebrated figure in golf, has grown into a polarising presence, largely due to his role in the rise of LIV Golf. The breakaway tour has challenged traditional structures and sparked major divisions throughout the sport.

Scottie Scheffler News / FirstSportz / December 17

Watch: World No.1 Scottie Scheffler Tests out TGL Setup at SoFi Center

On Tuesday, Scottie Scheffler was seen at the SoFi Center. Amid reports of the TGL filing a trademark for a Texas team, the World No.1 was seen testing out the setup.

Sergio Garcia News / HITC / December 16

Sergio Garcia’s ‘trick’ to help amateur golfers hit towering long iron shots

Sergio Garcia is one of the very best long iron players in the history of the game. The Spaniard has terrific hands and his timing is truly exceptional – something that is crucial for him, given the unconventional nature of his swing.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / December 16

He is the amateur Rory McIlroy labelled the best player on Augusta’s greens he’d ever seen

It would be something of an understatement to say that Rory McIlroy has seen it all at The Masters having finally won at Augusta National earlier this year.

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.

Keegan Bradley News / HITC / December 16

Why Team USA’s Ryder Cup issues go beyond Keegan Bradley

Team USA’s structural dilemma: Navigating change without criticising Keegan Bradley The final day of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black was one to remember.

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 / HITC / December 16

Jack Nicklaus sends message to Scottie Scheffler after historic four-peat

Scottie Scheffler has added another accolade to his growing list, winning the PGA Tour Player of the Year award for a remarkable fourth straight year. Scheffler enjoyed a stellar 2025 season, picking up six titles along the way, including both the PGA Championship and The Open Championship.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / December 16

Scottie Scheffler’s dominance hides one issue he still must control

Scottie Scheffler is well ahead of the competition right now, but if he wants to stay there, there’s still one part of his game that needs work. Remarkably, Scheffler has picked up 19 PGA Tour titles – including four majors – since February 2022.

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Min Woo Lee News / HITC / December 16

Player who frustrated Min Woo Lee earns PGA Tour card nine months after controversy

The final stage of PGA Tour Q-School wrapped up over the weekend, with five players securing their place for the 2026 season. Most of the spots had already been filled during the FedExCup Playoffs and Fall Series over the past few months.

Scottie Scheffler News / Athlon Sports / December 15

A Year of Excellence: Celebrating Scheffler's Dominance and Potgieter's Breakthrough

The PGA Tour dropped its 2025 award winners this week, and honestly? Nobody's shocked. Scottie Scheffler took home his fourth straight Jack Nicklaus Award as Player of the Year, while 20-year-old Aldrich Potgieter snagged the Arnold Palmer Award as Rookie of the Year.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 15

Laurie Canter: LIV Golf return ‘opposite’ of having cake and eating it, too

Englishman Laurie Canter chose to return to LIV Golf despite qualifying for a PGA Tour card. Canter told The Times of London that the decision had to do with the point he's reached in his career and personal life and that he won't be turning his back on the DP World Tour, either.