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Callaway selling majority stake in Topgolf at $1.1B valuation

Callaway has sold 60 percent of Topgolf to Los Angeles private-equity firm Leonard Green & Partners in a deal that values the business at approximately $1.1 billion.

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LPGA's 2026 schedule: 33 events, 13 countries, $132M prize pool

The LPGA Tour's 2026 schedule features 33 events played in 13 countries with a record prize pool of $132 million. The slate announced Wednesday includes tournaments in 13 states plus the Solheim Cup in the Netherlands.

Golf News / HITC / November 19

How Justin Thomas’ comments on Bryson DeChambeau prompted a PGA Tour rule change

Early in his career, Bryson DeChambeau had a reputation for stirring up controversy. The confident American ruffled feathers with his bold remarks, including one where he described Augusta National as a “Par 67,” adding to the growing list of reasons why many found him difficult to like early on.

Smylie Kaufman News / HITC / November 19

Smylie Kaufman questions part of PGA Tour’s deal with DP World Tour

The partnership between the PGA Tour and DP World Tour grew in significance following LIV Golf’s rise in 2022. Formal ties were put in place between the two tours back in 2020, and two years later, the PGA Tour took a more active role with its investment.

Golf News / HITC / November 19

Paul McGinley selects Europe’s best ever golfer between Rory McIlroy and Sir Nick Faldo

Rory McIlroy finished off another strong campaign by winning the Race to Dubai at the DP World Tour Championship. Already the tour’s all-time leading money earner, he extended his lead with another seven-figure payday and now sits just one title behind Colin Montgomerie on the all-time list.

Kevin Chappell News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Kevin Chappell Retires From Golf

Earlier in 2025, there were talks about a few star players being close to retirement. Most discussion revolved around Tiger Woods, as he had a year plagued

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 18

Victor Perez joins LIV Golf, signs with Cleeks GC for 2026 season

LIV Golf began its run of offseason signings with the addition of Victor Perez on Tuesday. Perez will join Cleeks GC, which finished 12th out of 13 in the team standings last season.

Kevin Chappell News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Kevin Chappell’s Retirement Exposes a Growing Crisis Inside the PGA Tour

Kevin Chappell has exposed a growing discontent within the PGA Tour following his decision to retire at just age 39. The American says the PGA Tour risks becoming a “tennis model” with select elite events, and he fears this could undermine the Tour.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 18

Golf Glance: Drama-packed season finales on PGA, LPGA Tours

The PGA Tour and LPGA Tour hold season-ending events this week. While PGA Tour players make their final push for 2026 playing status, the top LPGA Tour players vie for the biggest purse in women's golf.

Jordan Spieth News / HITC / November 18

Jordan Spieth drops telling health insight that could shape his 2026 PGA Tour run

Jordan Spieth has provided an update on his fitness as he prepares for the 2026 PGA Tour season. The American underwent wrist surgery in 2024 and missed the second half of that year, returning to action in 2025 without a full offseason to prepare.

Jack Nicklaus News / HITC / November 18

Charting Jack Nicklaus’ remarkable scoring levels in his first five Masters successes

Jack Nicklaus is widely regarded as the greatest golfer of all time, and his record at The Masters is a big part of what sets him apart. Nicklaus still holds the record at Augusta National with six green jackets, one more than Tiger Woods.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 17

Aaron Rai replaces Justin Thomas in Hero World Challenge field

England's Aaron Rai will replace Justin Thomas in next month's Hero World Challenge field. Thomas will miss the start of the 2026 season after announcing last week that he had undergone microdiscectomy surgery on his back.

Henrik Stenson News / Field Level Media / November 17

Report: Henrik Stenson returning to DP World Tour after LIV relegation

Henrik Stenson, one of the first players to join LIV Golf, told the media outlet Bunkered on Monday that he is returning to the DP World Tour in 2026. Stenson, 49, reportedly settled his fines with Europe's top tour totaling more than £1 million.

Henrik Stenson News / Last Word On Sports / November 17

DP World Tour Reclaims Henrik Stenson After LIV Golf Relegation

Henrik Stenson is returning to the DP World Tour after his LIV Golf relegation. The 49-year-old has won 11 times on the DP World Tour and now returns to the circuit in 2026 after paying fines and serving a suspension.

Haotong Li News / Field Level Media / November 17

Ex-LIV Golf player first to earn PGA Tour card back

Laurie Canter became the first former LIV Golf player to re-earn his PGA Tour card when the Englishman finished as one the top-10 players not already fully exempt in the Race to Dubai on Sunday.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / November 17

Where Rory McIlroy ranks among the 10 highest earners in DP World Tour history

The latest DP World Tour season has wrapped up, and it is no surprise that Rory McIlroy has come away with yet another Race to Dubai title. Even though he fell short in a playoff against Matt Fitzpatrick at the DP World Tour Championship, he still managed to accumulate enough points to take home the top honour.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / November 17

Reports: LPGA moving first '26 major to Houston muni course

The LPGA is expected to release its 2026 schedule this week, and it reportedly will include a new venue for the Chevron Championship, the tour's first major tournament each season.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / November 17

A ‘pretty simple’ downhill-lie chipping technique long favoured by Scottie Scheffler

Amateur golfers hoping to shave strokes off their scores might find Scottie Scheffler’s chipping tip worth a look. Few players are more reliable than Scheffler around the greens, and his approach is a big part of why he has been so consistent over the years.

Stewart Cink News / Field Level Media / November 16

Stewart Cink defeats Steven Alker to hoist Charles Schwab Cup

Stewart Cink capped off his first full-time season on the PGA Tour Champions by lifting the Charles Schwab Cup on Sunday at Phoenix Country Club. Cink rallied past New Zealand's Steven Alker with a bogey-free 4-under 67 to win the Charles Schwab Cup Championship, the tour's season finale.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 16

Linn Grant fires final-round 65, earns title at The Annika

Sweden's Linn Grant notched her second LPGA title and first since 2023, shooting a 5-under-par 65 on Sunday to win by three strokes at The Annika at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Fla.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 16

McIlroy loses playoff to Fitzpatrick, wins Race to Dubai

Rory McIlroy loses playoff to Matt Fitzpatrick, wins Race to Dubai

Rory McIlroy recorded an eagle on the 72nd hole to force a playoff before falling to Matt Fitzpatrick at the World Tour Championship on Sunday in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Adam Schenk outlasts brutal winds in Bermuda for first career win

Stewart Cink defeats Steven Alker to hoist the Charles Schwab Cup

Will Wilcox opens up about addiction

Linn Grant fires final-round 65, earns title at The Annika

Paige Spiranac involved in cheating controversy during Internet Invitational