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Rory McIlroy: Stars not satisfied playing with LIV Golf

Rory McIlroy referenced what he perceived as a shifting mindset among former LIV Golf members when asked about Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA Tour. The PGA Tour recently reinstated Koepka through a new Returning Member Program that offers a window for select players to return.

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Wyndham Clark changes tune on Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour return

Both Wyndham Clark and Brooks Koepka are set to feature in the Farmers Insurance Open on the PGA Tour this week. It marks Koepka’s first appearance on the tour since June 2022, when he left to join LIV Golf.

Golf News / Yardbarker / January 27

Rory McIlroy takes victory lap over LIV Golf

The PGA Tour scored a huge win over LIV Golf when Brooks Koepka ditched the Saudi-backed tour and returned to the big leagues. With Koepka set to make his 2026 PGA Tour debut this week at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines, Rory McIlroy saw it as an opportunity to take a subtle victory lap.

Scottie Scheffler sends a petrifying message to the PGA Tour

In rare move, ESPN to carry Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour return

Patrick Reed: LIV Golf extension 'not complete' yet

Smylie Kaufman News / HITC / January 27

Smylie Kaufman presses PGA Tour for decisive move following The American Express

Chris Gotterup and Scottie Scheffler have set the tone early in the 2026 PGA Tour season, each picking up wins in the opening events. With The Sentry cancelled, the year began with two full-field tournaments, giving players a proper start to their campaigns.

Brooks Koepka News / HITC / January 27

Why Brooks Koepka broke every club in his bag at Torrey Pines in 2021

Brooks Koepka is set to make his return to the PGA Tour this week at the Farmers Insurance Open, marking his first appearance since rejoining from LIV Golf.

Golf News / ESPN / January 27

European tour player Green handed 3-month ban

- Malaysian golfer Gavin Green has received a three-month suspension after testing positive for a banned substance, the European tour said Tuesday.

Graeme McDowell News / HITC / January 27

Graeme McDowell admits what he misses about playing on the PGA Tour since joining LIV

Some LIV Golf players appear to be wavering in their support for the Saudi-backed league. Ever since Brooks Koepka left LIV and was allowed to immediately rejoin the PGA Tour, there appears to be some wandering eyes.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / January 27

Scottie Scheffler shares Instagram message after 20th PGA Tour victory

Scottie Scheffler picked up his 20th PGA Tour win on Sunday at the American Express. Scottie Scheffler added another landmark moment to his career on Sunday by securing his 20th PGA Tour victory at the American Express.

Seve Ballesteros News / HITC / January 27

Billy Foster hails LIV Golf ace as the finest short-game talent since Seve Ballesteros

There has never been much debate about it. Seve Ballesteros had the most magical short game the sport has ever seen. Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, and Jose Maria Olazabal have all displayed plenty of short-game brilliance over the years.

Golf News / HITC / January 27

Rory McIlroy addresses Patrick Reed talk over possible return to PGA Tour

It is hard to believe it has been nearly a decade since Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed faced off in one of the most memorable Ryder Cup matches ever. Fans will remember the Sunday singles at Hazeltine, where McIlroy and Reed traded punches in what turned out to be an incredible showdown.

Tiger Woods News / HITC / January 27

Tiger Woods and TaylorMade’s Sun Day Red brand is ‘growing faster than originally expected’

Tiger Woods and TaylorMade’s Sun Day Red brand is growing faster than originally expected as momentum builds in the golf apparel market. Tiger Woods and TaylorMade launched Sun Day Red in 2024 following Woods’ split from Nike, positioning the label as a premium, performance-focused brand.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 27

Rory McIlroy claims golfers leaving LIV Golf for PGA Tour are ‘starting to realize’ important difference

Rory McIlroy says the return of LIV Golf defectors is exposing a clear difference in what elite competition still represents in men’s professional golf.

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Brooks Koepka News / Field Level Media / January 27

PGA Tour expands Farmers field to accommodate Brooks Koepka's return

Brooks Koepka's return from LIV Golf to the PGA Tour didn't receive universal support from players on the U.S.-based circuit. Still, Jackson Suber and Lanto Griffin might want to send Koepka a thank-you note this week.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 26

Senators call Trump's takeover of D.C. golf courses 'overreach,' demand answers

Democratic U.S. senators are questioning the executive branch's move to prematurely end the lease agreement with a nonprofit that oversees three public golf courses in Washington, D.C., The Athletic reported on Monday.

Golf News / ESPN / January 26

TGL best moments: McIlroy, Boston Common beat The Bay, 9-1

Boston Common Golf got its second win of the season, beating The Bay Golf Club 9-1 to remain undefeated.

Scottie Scheffler News / Last Word On Sports / January 26

Scottie Scheffler Has major Opportunities In 2026

Midway through the 2025 season, Scottie Scheffler managed to go 100 weeks straight as the world’s No. 1 golfer. It was quite an accomplishment that not

Brooks Koepka News / Field Level Media / January 26

In rare move, ESPN to carry Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour return

ESPN will air live coverage of the first two rounds of this week's Farmers Insurance Open on Thursday and Friday, coinciding with Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA Tour from LIV Golf.