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What Keegan Bradley pulled off before the Ryder Cup took everyone by surprise

Keegan Bradley faced plenty of criticism for some of the decisions he made during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in September. It was a big surprise when Keegan Bradley was named captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup back in 2024.

Hideki Matsuyama News / HITC / December 10

The curious reason Hideki Matsuyama isn’t a top five player in world golf

Hideki Matsuyama finished off his 2025 campaign on a high note, winning the Hero World Challenge in a playoff against Alex Noren. Hideki Matsuyama managed to begin and end his campaign in style, first setting a PGA Tour scoring record to win The Sentry and later defeating Alex Noren in a playoff to claim the Hero World Challenge.

Jon Rahm News / Field Level Media / December 9

LIV CEO: Circuit in talks with DP World Tour over Jon Rahm sanctions

LIV Golf is working with the DP World Tour to resolve the fines incurred by Jon Rahm and Legion XIII teammate Tyrrell Hatton, the breakaway circuit's chief executive officer Scott O'Neil told Telegraph Sport.

Golf News / HITC / December 9

With Koepka linked to PGA Tour again, Woods & McIlroy’s old remarks feel even spicier

Brooks Koepka appears to be on the verge of making a major decision about his future with LIV Golf. Recent reports have suggested that Koepka is considering a move back to the PGA Tour, which would make him the first high-profile LIV player to try and make the switch.

Brooks Koepka News / HITC / December 9

LIV Golf’s future depends on Brooks Koepka more than CEO Scott O’Neil wants to admit

Scott O’Neil wants the golfing world to believe that LIV Golf has entered its stable, sustainable era. O’Neil speaks in the language of growth and strategy, pointing to sponsorships and structure rather than rebellion.

Nick Faldo News / HITC / December 9

Nick Faldo proposes rule change, insisting two golf clubs must disappear forever

Sir Nick Faldo is known for his strong views on golf’s traditional rules. During his peak years between the late 1980s and mid-1990s, Faldo built a reputation as one of the best ball strikers around.

Jordan Spieth News / HITC / December 9

Jordan Spieth still hasn’t done this since May, and it should be a real worry for 2026

Jordan Spieth will have plenty of reason to feel let down if he hoped the Hero World Challenge would help silence some of his doubters. The 2025 campaign yielded mixed results for Spieth.

John Daly News / HITC / December 9

John Daly once said he would love to see these PGA TOUR Champions rules change

John Daly has never been shy about sharing his views on the game, and one of his past opinions was that the PGA TOUR Champions could use a few major changes.

Daniel Berger News / Field Level Media / December 8

Charley Hull gets new partner in combined event after Daniel Berger WD

LPGA superstar Charley Hull will have a new partner in this weekend's third annual Grant Thornton Invitational, following the withdrawal of Daniel Berger on Monday evening.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 8

LIV Golf CEO optimistic move to 72 holes will lead to OWGR points

LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil is optimistic that the move from 54 to 72 holes in 2026 will help make its events start counting toward the Official World Golf Rankings system in the near future.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 8

Open Championship moving to August in '28 due to Olympics

The Open Championship will be pushed back to August in 2028 to avoid a conflict with the Los Angeles Olympics. Instead of its typical mid-July calendar slot, golf's oldest major will be contested from Aug.

Brooks Koepka News / Field Level Media / December 8

Report: Brooks Koepka might skip LIV Golf's '26 season

Five-time major winner Brooks Koepka might not play in the upcoming LIV Golf season despite being under contract, Sports Business Journal reported Monday.

J.J. Spaun News / HITC / December 8

J.J. Spaun reveals career-first experience in Sunday’s Hero World Challenge round

J.J. Spaun will take plenty of encouragement from his first appearance at the Hero World Challenge, where he closed out the week tied for fourth. Spaun finished a memorable 2025 campaign with another strong showing.

Tiger Woods News / HITC / December 8

Tiger Woods earns plaudits for off-course gesture at Hero World Challenge

Tiger Woods made an appearance at the Hero World Challenge in Albany this week, though not as a participant. Woods, who has lifted the trophy five times over his career, serves as host for the event.

Golf News / HITC / December 8

Brandel Chamblee left stunned by Scottie Scheffler moment at Hero World Challenge

Scottie Scheffler added another solid finish to his impressive 2025 campaign, tying for fourth at the Hero World Challenge. Even so, the world number one will feel he left plenty out there at Albany.

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Hideki Matsuyama News / Athlon Sports / December 7

Hero Moment: How Matsuyama Won Tiger's Tournament by Honoring His Idol

Hideki Matsuyama stood over a 166-yard shot on the 18th hole in a playoff at the Hero World Challenge, knowing he'd missed birdie putts on five consecutive holes.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 7

Europe runs away with World Champions Cup triumph

Team Europe started the day with a bang and sailed to a wire-to-wire victory at the Skechers World Champions Cup on Sunday at Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater, Fla.

Hideki Matsuyama News / Field Level Media / December 7

Hideki Matsuyama edges Alex Noren in playoff to win Hero World Challenge

Japan's Hideki Matsuyama outlasted Alex Noren of Sweden in a one-hole playoff to win the Hero World Challenge on Sunday at Albany Golf Course in the Bahamas.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 6

Sepp Straka (64) surges into Hero lead; Scottie Scheffler 1 back

Austria's Sepp Straka fired an 8-under-par 64 on Saturday to take a one-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler into the final round of the Hero World Challenge in The Bahamas.

Rory McIlroy News / Last Word On Sports / December 5

Rory McIlroy Is Shifting His Priorities Towards Majors

For Rory McIlroy, 2025 was an eventful year, as it was the year he achieved the coveted career Grand Slam in the majors. It also means that he achieved a major goal for any pro in the sport, so naturally, the question is, what now? McIlroy has been considering his next move, and he has an answer, which involves the larger golf events.