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Bank of Utah leader Michael Brennan making most of opportunity

Michael Brennan, in his first PGA Tour start as a professional, held a one-shot lead at the Bank of Utah Championship when play was suspended due to darkness Friday evening in Ivins, Utah.

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Henderson, Hsu put World in Int'l Crown semis

Canada's Brooke Henderson and Wei-Ling Hsu of Taiwan won 4 and 3 Saturday to qualify the World team for the International Crown semifinals.

Golf News / ESPN / October 24

Sponsor invite Brennan stays hot, leads in Utah

Michael Brennan earned a Korn Ferry Tour spot with a dominant late-summer burst on the PGA Tour Americas. In two days at Black Desert in the Bank of Utah Championship, he charged to the top of a PGA Tour leaderboard.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

Steven Alker pours in 11 birdies for big Simmons Bank lead

Steven Alker ripped off six straight birdies to finish his first round with a bang and take a five-shot lead at the Simmons Bank Championship on Friday in Little Rock, Ark.

Will Zalatoris News / Field Level Media / October 24

Will Zalatoris says 'nightmare' of back pain finally gone

Will Zalatoris seems to be feeling better than he has in nearly three years and is planning to return to the PGA Tour in 2026. After missing the cut in the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow in May, Zalatoris underwent back surgery for the second time in just over two years.

Patrick Reed News / Last Word On Sports / October 24

'My Kids Have Been Bullied': Patrick Reed Opens Up About the Human Cost of Golf’s Media Scrutiny

Patrick Reed has opened up about the emotional toll that bullying and allegations of cheating have had on him over the years. The 35-year-old blames his false “bad-boy” reputation in golf for causing his kids’ bullying at school and his family’s suffering.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

Vince Covello WDs from Bank of Utah Championship

Vince Covello withdrew from the Bank of Utah Championship prior to the start of the second round on Friday. PGA Tour Communications did not provide a reason

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

U.S. overcomes 'rocky' start, stays perfect at International Crown

The United States remained unbeaten at the Hanwha LifePlus International Crown tournament on Friday, winning both of their fourball matches in Goyang-si, South Korea.

Golf News / HITC / October 24

Xander Schauffele reveals how Scottie Scheffler has unsettled him during the season

Even though the Baycurrent Classic does not hold much weight on the PGA Tour schedule, it still offered a timely reminder of Xander Schauffele’s ability as he picked up his first win of the 2025 season.

Golf News / HITC / October 24

Justin Thomas fires back at Nick Faldo over claims modern golf is easier

Nick Faldo had a legendary golf career, winning six majors and reaching number one in the world rankings. With three Masters titles and three Open Championships, he is often considered one of the greatest European players of all time.

Jack Nicklaus News / HITC / October 24

Jack Nicklaus once revealed the two stars who gave him the toughest battles of his career

Jack Nicklaus was a force unlike any other in his era. His record of 18 major championships still stands today, and it is hard to see anyone coming close anytime soon.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 24

Kapalua's Plantation Course opening, but not in condition to host The Sentry

The day after the PGA Tour announced the cancellation of The Sentry, the Plantation Course at Kapalua on Maui, Hawaii announced it will re-open for play next month.

David Lipsky News / Field Level Media / October 23

David Lipsky part of 4-way tie for Bank of Utah lead

David Lipsky eagled his final hole and found himself part of a four-way tie for the lead when play was suspended due to darkness at the Bank of Utah Championship on Thursday in Ivins, Utah.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 23

Augusta chairman on Masters criteria change: 'Golf is a global game'

Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley said the recent change in invitation criteria announced by the Masters was driven by the increased international representation at the tournament.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 23

U.S. opens 2-0 at International Crown event in South Korea

The United States defeated China twice and World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand shined on the opening day of the Hanwha LifePlus International Crown tournament Thursday in Goyang-si, South Korea.

Jack Nicklaus News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

Jack Nicklaus Awarded $50 Million In Defamation Case

A Florida jury awarded golf legend Jack Nicklaus $50 million in his defamation lawsuit against the Nicklaus Companies. The 85-year-old sued his former business partners, accusing them of making false statements about his alleged connections to LIV Golf and his mental health.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / October 22

Report: LIV Golf adds requirement for new signings

Players who sign with LIV Golf beginning in 2026 will have increased responsibilities beyond the league's 14 annual events. Newly contracted players will also be expected to play a minimum of two International Series events on the Asian Tour, according to a report by Flushing It.

Keegan Bradley News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

Keegan Bradley Struggling to Get Over Ryder Cup Loss

Keegan Bradley has revealed that he is still struggling to overcome the U.S. Ryder Cup loss at home to Europe last month. Bradley captained the United States as they put in a poor performance on the first two days, eventually losing 15–13 to Luke Donald-led Team Europe at Bethpage Black.

Keegan Bradley News / Yardbarker / October 21

Keegan Bradley still hasn't forgiven himself for Ryder Cup failure

It's been nearly a month since Team Europe embarrassed Team USA with a 15-13 win at the 2025 Ryder Cup, but American captain Keegan Bradley can't stop thinking about how he let his country down.

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Tiger Woods News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Tiger Woods: The Best, Worst, and Most Likely Scenarios for What Comes Next

I've spent seventeen years as a PGA Professional and Coach, and nearly three decades working in this game. In that time, I've watched Tiger Woods do things nobody thought possible.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Bank of Utah Championship Preview: FedExCup Fall Heats Up in Southern Utah

The PGA TOUR's FedExCup Fall hits its midpoint at one of golf's most visually arresting venues. Black Desert Resort Golf Course in Ivins, Utah hosts the Bank of Utah Championship beginning Thursday, October 23rd.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 19

Justin Leonard eagles 18 to win Dominion Energy

Justin Leonard delivered an electrifying finish to open the PGA Tour Champions postseason. The 53-year-old rolled in an eagle on the par-5 18th at The Country Club of Virginia on Sunday, capping a 4-under-par 68 to win the Dominion Energy Charity Classic at 12 under.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 19

Sei Young Kim earns wire-to-wire win at BMW Ladies

Sei Young Kim shot a final-round 67 to win the BMW Ladies Championship by four strokes in wire-to-wire fashion on Sunday in Haenam, South Korea.

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Viktor Hovland speaks on his 'upsetting' neck injury at Ryder Cup

Bubba Watson's season is ending prematurely due to finger surgery

Justin Leonard wins Dominion Energy

Ernie Els News / Field Level Media / October 18

Ernie Els goes bogey-free again to keep Dominion Energy lead

Ernie Els fired a 5-under-par 67 on Saturday at The Country Club of Virginia in Richmond to build a two-stroke lead going into the final round of the Dominion Energy Charity Classic.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 15

NASCAR leadership execs were worried about PGA, LIV-esque split

Text messages between NASCAR leadership revealed execs were worried about PGA, LIV-esque split

Bombshell text messages were revealed on Wednesday by 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports in a court filing in the teams' antitrust case against NASCAR.

NASCAR team surprisingly parts ways with driver late in 2025 season

Cup Series crew chief critical of lead-up to bizarre incident at Las Vegas

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