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Why Scottie Scheffler’s 2026 Season could be one for the history books

One of the main storylines heading into the 2026 season is how many wins Scottie Scheffler will rack up during the PGA Tour campaign. Over the past couple of years, Scottie Scheffler has emerged as golf’s most dominant figure since Tiger Woods.

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WTGL to tee off next winter with LPGA Tour stars

The WTGL is set to launch sometime next winter and will include LPGA Tour stars competing on teams at SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 6

Report: PGA Tour winner Thomas Detry to sign with LIV

PGA Tour winner Thomas Detry is jumping ship to sign with LIV Golf for the 2026 season, The Times reported Tuesday. Detry's seven-stroke victory at the WM Phoenix Open last February made him the first Belgian to win a Tour event.

Golf News / HITC / January 6

Pat Perez’s honest admission to Brandel Chamblee about LIV Golf

Pat Perez appears to have signaled his exit from LIV Golf with a recent social media post showing off a PGA Tour branded cup. Pat Perez has fuelled speculation that his association with LIV Golf has ended after sharing a New Year social media post featuring a cup branded with the PGA Tour logo.

Brooks Koepka News / Golficity / January 5

Brooks Koepka Leaves LIV Golf: What Comes Next?

After Brooks Koepka’s shocking LIV departure, Rory McIlroy’s harsh comments raise even more questions about the league’s future. In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast, we break down the latest shake-up in the world of professional golf as Rory McIlroy’s recent comments on LIV Golf spark fresh debate across the game.

Golf News / HITC / January 5

What Jack Nicklaus once advised Bryson DeChambeau amid Brooks Koepka criticism

Back in 2019, Brooks Koepka’s comments about Bryson DeChambeau were sharp enough to prompt a response from Jack Nicklaus. Koepka, who recently left LIV Golf, and DeChambeau have never had much time for each other.

Golf News / HITC / January 5

Rory McIlroy reveals special 2026 Masters plan involving Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus

Rory McIlroy has seen just about everything the game of golf can throw at him, but The Masters in 2026 is set to offer something new for the Northern Irishman.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 5

Why Rory McIlroy says crowd abuse changed so sharply on the final Ryder Cup day

Rory McIlroy got a rough ride from the American fans at Bethpage Black during the Ryder Cup last September. He was a key figure in Europe’s win, earning 3.5 points from his five matches, but it came with plenty of noise from the crowd.

Brooks Koepka News / Last Word On Sports / January 4

Brooks Koepka LIV Golf Split And The Conversation It Sparked

Throughout the off-season for both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, rumors were flying on who was staying and who was going. One of the unconfirmed rumors was

Tommy Gainey News / Field Level Media / January 4

Tommy Gainey WDs from Korn Ferry opener to clear spot for younger player

Tommy Gainey withdrew from the Korn Ferry Tour's season opener in the Bahamas to allow a younger player to compete, Monday Q Info reported. Gainey, 50, was eligible for the Jan.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 4

Rory McIlroy reveals the Augusta tradition that stunned him most

Rory McIlroy has long been regarded as one of the most naturally gifted players of his era, so it would have felt incomplete if he’d gone through his career without ever claiming a Green Jacket.

Tony Jacklin News / HITC / January 4

Tony Jacklin calls LIV star the ‘biggest underachiever’ who lacked courage

The ability to perform under pressure is what separates the legends from the rest. And all of golf’s biggest names share it in common. Tiger Woods and Scottie Scheffler didn’t dominate just because of their skill alone.

Golf News / HITC / January 4

What Colin Montgomerie said that led Fred Funk to call him ‘the biggest jerk in the world’

Colin Montgomerie never really caught on with American fans, and that feeling seemed to be mutual among players too. Despite his strong record in Europe, where he won the Order of Merit eight times, Montgomerie never won a major title or an event in the United States during his prime years.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 4

Rory McIlroy reveals unprecedented experience at 2025 Ryder Cup

The European star has opened up about the mental and physical toll of a dramatic week at Bethpage Black. Rory McIlroy played a decisive role in Europe’s Ryder Cup victory at Bethpage Black in September 2025, delivering standout performances despite enduring one of the most challenging weeks of his career.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 3

Rory McIlroy on Brooks Koepka in TGL: '(I) would love him to play'

Rory McIlroy said he has no qualms about the prospect of Brooks Koepka joining TGL. And McIlroy's voice likely holds some water given that he is a co-founder of the indoor golf simulation league along with Tiger Woods.

Phil Mickelson News / HITC / January 3

Phil Mickelson shares simple fix for tough chips around the green

Phil Mickelson has long been regarded as one of the finest short game players in professional golf, and some even consider him the best there’s ever been.

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What Rory McIlroy really thinks about LIV players coming back

The Northern Irishman addressed the future of players like Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka as golf continues to seek unity. The professional golf world

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 3

Rory McIlroy reveals what he told US players after Ryder Cup incident

The world number two opened up about tense moments at Bethpage Black and how he addressed actions he was unhappy with. The 2025 Ryder Cup proved to be one of the most emotionally charged tournaments of Rory McIlroy’s career, with the Northern Irishman finding himself at the centre of controversy during the event at Bethpage Black.