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Nicklaus Companies Goes Bankrupt After Losing Court Case to Jack Nicklaus

Nicklaus Companies LLC, the firm named after golf legend Jack Nicklaus, has filed for bankruptcy protection after a jury awarded its founder and former co-chair, Jack Nicklaus $50 million in a defamation case.

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Thitikul sinks 9 birdies, ups LPGA finale lead to 6

Jeeno Thitikul drained nine birdies and built a six-shot lead going into the final round of the CME Group Tour Championship.

Golf News / HITC / November 22

Greg Norman once said Seve Ballesteros taught him the ‘greatest golf tip of all time’

Greg Norman and Seve Ballesteros are two of golf’s great characters in their own way. Norman has been an eccentric all his career and he continued in the limelight when he helped get LIV Golf up and running alongside the PIF.

Golf News / ESPN / November 22

Valimaki eyes 1st PGA Tour win, leads RSM Classic

Sami Valimaki of Finland ran off four straight birdies to close out the front nine at Sea Island and shot 65. That gives him a two-shot lead over Michael Thorbjornsen and Patrick Rodgers.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 22

World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul in command at Tour Championship

Firing an 8-under par 64, World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand doubled her lead to six strokes after Saturday's third round at the CME Group Tour Championship in Naples, Fla.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 22

Sami Valimaki vaults into third-round lead at RSM Classic

Sami Valimaki of Finland fired a 5-under 65 on Saturday to take a two-stroke lead into the final round of the RSM Classic in St. Simons Island, Ga.

Report: Laurie Canter to rejoin LIV, forgo PGA Tour

Anthony Kim shines in Riyadh, eyes return to LIV Golf

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Golf News / ESPN / November 22

Ballester tops Saudi International for 1st pro win

Former U.S. Amateur champion Josele Ballester posted a three-shot victory Saturday in the Saudi International for his first professional victory.

Tiger Woods News / HITC / November 22

Tiger Woods’ straightforward approach to tough lies in the rough that any amateur can copy

During his prime, Tiger Woods was the most complete player in professional golf. Across his career, he won 82 PGA Tour titles and 15 majors, which stands as a testament to how dominant he was across every part of the game.

Anthony Kim News / HITC / November 22

Anthony Kim ‘frustrated’ despite securing first top five since professional return

Anthony Kim just recorded his first top five since his return to professional golf in 2022. The performance comes months after Kim was relegated from the LIV Golf Tour in 2025, having not secured a single point during his time on the Saudi-backed league.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 22

Report: Laurie Canter to rejoin LIV, forgo PGA Tour

England's Laurie Canter intends to rejoin the LIV Golf League in 2026 despite earning his PGA Tour card, Sports Business Journal reported. Canter, 36, competed on the Saudi-backed circuit during its first three seasons from 2022-24, both as a member of Cleeks GC and as a league reserve.

Nelly Korda News / HITC / November 22

Nelly Korda on why she changed her irons after frustration with LPGA Tour conditions in 2025

Nelly Korda, widely regarded as one of the top golfers in the world, is right in the thick of things at this year’s CME Group Tour Championship. Her second round was particularly impressive – an eight-under-par score that pushed her into the top ten and closer to the leaders.

Justin Thomas News / HITC / November 21

Justin Thomas shares recovery update after back surgery frustrations

Injuries are always tough for golfers, and Justin Thomas looks to be having a rough start to his latest rehab. Thomas recently announced that he underwent back surgery and appears to be facing a lengthy absence.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 21

World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul grabs 3-shot lead at Tour Championship

The two best players in the world were the two best players on the course at the CME Group Tour Championship on Friday. Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul fired a 9-under-par 63 to vault into a three-stroke lead at the LPGA's season finale at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Fla.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 21

Andrew Novak moves in front at RSM Classic

Andrew Novak seized the lead at the halfway point of the RSM Classic thanks to a second-round 65 on Friday in St. Simons Island, Ga. The field played one round at Sea Island Golf Club's Seaside Course and one round at the Plantation Course over the first two days.

Jack Nicklaus News / HITC / November 21

The one major champion Jack Nicklaus rates among the finest ball strikers ever

As one of the greatest players in the sport’s history, Jack Nicklaus is undoubtedly an authority on golf. Tiger Woods once called him the greatest of all time, and it is hard to argue.

Byeong-Hun An News / Field Level Media / November 21

Sungjae Im completes Korean military training 'without any injuries'

Sungjae Im announced Friday that he completed his three-week basic military training in South Korea free of injuries. Im, 27, posted on Instagram that he trained with the 9th Marine Brigade 91st Marine Battalion.

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Tiger Woods News / Athlon Sports / November 21

Tiger Woods Spotted Walking Pain-Free: Is a 2026 Comeback Possible?

Tiger Woods was spotted walking around Mission Inn Resort last week, watching his son Charlie and the Benjamin School team capture the Florida High School State Golf Championship.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 20

Somi Lee takes 2-stroke lead after 18 holes of Tour Championship

South Korea's Somi Lee carded an 8-under-par 64 to take a two-stroke lead after one round of the season-concluding CME Group Tour Championship on Thursday in Naples, Fla.

Dustin Johnson News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

Dustin Johnson Confirms 2026 LIV Return — And Drops Surprise 4 Aces Announcement

Dustin Johnson has confirmed that he will be returning to LIV Golf for the 2026 season. The 41-year-old recently signed a new contract believed to be worth over $100 million, ending speculations about a potential return to the PGA Tour.

Anthony Kim News / Field Level Media / November 20

Anthony Kim shines in Riyadh, eyes return to LIV Golf

Seeking a return to LIV Golf in 2026, Anthony Kim carded a bogey-free, 7-under-par 64 in Friday's second round at the PIF Saudi Invitational in Riyadh.

Golf News / FirstSportz / November 20

5x PGA Tour Winner Harris English Admits Being Upset by Envelope Rule Which Forced Him out of 2025 Ryder Cup

5-time PGA Tour winner Harris English will return to competitive golf this week at The RSM Classic. Ahead of this event, the American international recounted his previous competitive appearance and admitted that he was pretty “pissed” by the envelope rule which forced him out of the 2025 Ryder Cup.