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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.

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Stenson plans to return to DP World Tour from LIV

Henrik Stenson plans to return to the DP World Tour in 2026 following his relegation from the LIV Golf League.

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.

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.

Rory McIlroy News / CBSSports.com / November 17

Rory McIlroy cares, a lot: Seven-time Race of Dubai champion again proves what separates him from his peers

The Ulsterman continuously puts his heart and soul into not just the competition of playing golf but the betterment of the game

Golf News / HITC / November 17

Ludvig Aberg may soon validate Tiger Woods’ bold forecast about his future rise

Ludvig Aberg finished the 2025 season strongly, and no one would be surprised if he takes another step forward next year. He picked up the Genesis Invitational title in February, but did not quite hit the heights that many had forecast for him this season.

Golf News / HITC / November 17

Rory McIlroy offers a gracious take on Matt Fitzpatrick after their tense Dubai duel

Rory McIlroy came up just short of another DP World Tour Championship, losing out to Matt Fitzpatrick in a playoff. Fitzpatrick’s win marked his third DP World Tour Championship title, preventing McIlroy from repeating his success from last year.

Justin Thomas News / HITC / November 17

Justin Thomas opens up on dramatic scenes that unfolded late in Bermuda Championship

Adam Schenk won his first PGA Tour event at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, a final round that drew the attention of viewers, including fellow golfer Justin Thomas.

Golf News / FirstSportz / November 17

Rory McIlroy Left Emotional After Surpassing Seve Ballesteros’ Record Following 7th Race to Dubai Title

Rory McIlroy is Europe’s top golfer once again. On Sunday, the World No.2 clinched his 7th Race to Dubai title despite a sudden-death playoff loss in the DP World Tour Championship.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / November 16

Two Different But Equally Brilliant Seasons

The DP World Tour Championship delivered the kind of dramatic finish that golf fans dream about. Matt Fitzpatrick claimed his third title at the event with a nerveless playoff victory, while Rory McIlroy secured his seventh Race to Dubai crown despite falling just short in the playoff.

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.

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Golf News / ESPN / November 16

Grant breezes to 2nd LPGA title at The Annika

Linn Grant closed with a 5-under 65 on Sunday for a three-shot victory over Jennifer Kupcho in The Annika. It was Grant's second LPGA title, and the second time she received a trophy from Swedish great and tournament host Annika Sorenstam.

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

Adam Schenk outlasts brutal winds in Bermuda for 1st career win

Adam Schenk finally has his first PGA Tour win, and he earned it the hard way. With wind gusts topping 30 miles per hour at Port Royal Golf Course, Schenk steadied himself for an even-par 71 on Sunday to edge Chandler Phillips by one stroke at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship in Southampton, Bermuda.

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

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

Paige Spiranac involved in cheating controversy during Internet Invitational

Golf News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton Sanctions Update Could Come Soon

There are indications that updates could be coming soon regarding Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton’s sanctions from the DP World Tour. The DP World Tour continues to impose fines and suspensions on the two golfers, now playing on LIV Golf, but the Tour may resolve the matter as the 2025 season draws to a close.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 16