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Jacob Bridgeman reveals what he was thinking when he held up Collin Morikawa at Pebble Beach

Jacob Bridgeman reveals what he was thinking when he held up Collin Morikawa at Pebble Beach

Jacob Bridgeman was thrust into the limelight last week at Pebble Beach, but not in a way that he’d have hoped prior to his round on Sunday. The 24-year-old was in contention for the win all day, but on the 18th hole his approach shot missed left and landed on the beach.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / February 20
Rory McIlroy’s 2022 prediction about LIV Golf has aged poorly four years on

Rory McIlroy’s 2022 prediction about LIV Golf has aged poorly four years on

It has been four years since Rory McIlroy confidently predicted the future of LIV Golf, only to be proven completely wrong. It is easy to forget that, four years ago, LIV Golf had not even staged its first event.

Sam Burns News / HITC / February 20
Sam Burns and the Pebble Beach choice that raises mentality concerns

Sam Burns and the Pebble Beach choice that raises mentality concerns

Last week, Sam Burns tied for sixth place at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. On paper, it looked like a solid result. But there is more to consider than just where he finished.

Golf News / ESPN / February 20

Thitikul shoots 63, in contention at home event

World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul shot a 9-under 63 that moved her into second place at her home LPGA Thailand tournament.

Golf News / HITC / February 20
Phil Mickelson names 2026 outlook for Xander Schauffele after pre-season watch

Phil Mickelson names 2026 outlook for Xander Schauffele after pre-season watch

While Xander Schauffele has not quite reached the heights of his 2024 season over the past year and a half, Phil Mickelson says the American looks sharp heading into this year’s major schedule.

Rory McIlroy News / DailyClubGolf / February 20
'Haven’t Always Had the Skill Set': Rory McIlroy Opens Up After Strong Riviera Opener

'Haven’t Always Had the Skill Set': Rory McIlroy Opens Up After Strong Riviera Opener

Rory McIlroy moved into a share of the clubhouse lead at the 2026 Genesis Invitational after opening with a 5-under 66 at Riviera Country Club, marking his lowest first-round score at the course.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / February 20
Genesis Invitational Round 1 Suspended, With Rai Leading and Scheffler Tied for Last

Genesis Invitational Round 1 Suspended, With Rai Leading and Scheffler Tied for Last

The 2026 Genesis Invitational couldn’t even complete the first round on Thursday. The game got suspended at 8:41 pm ET because of darkness. But the leaderboard came with a surprise for Aaron Rai and Scottie Scheffler.  After heavy rain caused a three-hour delay on Thursday, 34 players are left to complete their rounds on Friday.

Golf News / CBSSports.com / February 19

Rory McIlroy goes low as Scottie Scheffler struggles again to open play at 2026 Genesis Invitational

The top two players in the world went in opposite directions in the first round of play at Riviera Country Club

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Golf News / Field Level Media / February 19
Aaron Rai on top, Rory McIlroy 1 back at rain-delayed Genesis

Aaron Rai on top, Rory McIlroy 1 back at rain-delayed Genesis

PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. -- Aaron Rai of England held a one-shot lead at the Genesis Invitational on Thursday at Riviera Country Club despite being unable to complete his round during a rainy and windy day.

Golf News / Golf on ClutchPoints / February 19
Tiger Woods offers Collin Morikawa congrats on Pebble Beach win on the PGA Tour

Tiger Woods offers Collin Morikawa congrats on Pebble Beach win on the PGA Tour

The latest PGA Tour tournament is the Genesis Invitational, following the AT T Pro Am at Pebble Beach. Collin Morikawa got the win at Pebble Beach, which was his first win on the PGA Tour since 2023.

Scottie Scheffler News / DailyClubGolf / February 19
'I’m Never Going to Get There': Scottie Scheffler on Golf’s Endless Pursuit of Greatness

'I’m Never Going to Get There': Scottie Scheffler on Golf’s Endless Pursuit of Greatness

Scottie Scheffler doesn’t believe that numbers, trophies, or rankings, make a golfer “good” in the game; in fact, he has no idea about the criteria that would make a good golfer.

Rory McIlroy News / Last Word On Sports / February 19
Rory McIlroy Blasts Controversial Genesis Invitational Decision as PGA Tour Debate Explodes

Rory McIlroy Blasts Controversial Genesis Invitational Decision as PGA Tour Debate Explodes

Rory McIlroy has hit out at the changes at Riviera Country Club ahead of the 2026 Genesis Invitational. The Northern Irishman described the adjustment

Golf News / Golf on ClutchPoints / February 19

Scottie Scheffler in Tiger Woods territory after 145 career starts

There will never be another Tiger Woods. The legendary golfer is hoping to make a return to the PGA Tour and the Masters in 2026. We will see if that ends up being the case, the longer he recovers from his torn Achilles tendon.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 19
First round of Genesis Invitational suspended by rain

First round of Genesis Invitational suspended by rain

The first round of the Genesis Invitational was suspended on Thursday because of inclement weather in Pacific Palisades, Calif. Players were pulled off the course at Riviera Country Club after the horn sounded at 10:13 a.m.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 19
Chanettee Wannasaen surges to share of first-round lead at Honda

Chanettee Wannasaen surges to share of first-round lead at Honda

Chanettee Wannasaen is tied atop the leaderboard of her home-country tournament with Japan's Nasa Hataoka after the opening round of the Honda LPGA Thailand on Thursday in Pattaya, Thailand.

Golf News / Yardbarker / February 17
Tiger Woods hints at 2026 Masters return, but he should skip it

Tiger Woods hints at 2026 Masters return, but he may want to consider skipping tournament

Tiger Woods is trying to make yet another comeback. Instead, he should hang up his trademark red shirt. 

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