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Nasa Hataoka wins rain-shortened Japan Classic in playoff

Nasa Hataoka won the Japan Classic on the first playoff hole Sunday after rain washed out the fourth round of the event. Because tournament officials determined conditions were unplayable at the course, the decision was made to call off the final 18 holes and send Hataoka and Yuna Araki to a playoff.

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Lee Trevino once broke down the technique amateurs miss when trying two classic shots

For many amateurs, watching a professional golfer hit the ball high into the air and then stop it on a dime is an incredible sight. While plenty of amateurs find it difficult to get height on their shots, the pros often make it look like second nature.

Golf News / HITC / November 9

Aaron Rai drops candid words on Tommy Fleetwood after the Abu Dhabi Championship

Aaron Rai clinched the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship title on Sunday, edging out Tommy Fleetwood in a playoff to seal his first Rolex Series win. Rai started the final round with a narrow lead over Fleetwood, but the two ended up tied at 25 under par.

Jordan Spieth News / HITC / November 9

Jordan Spieth shares simple trick to help amateurs master the high draw with ease

Jordan Spieth’s natural shot shape is a high, sweeping draw. It has served him well throughout his career, but most club golfers tend to find it a far more difficult shape to master.

Golf News / HITC / November 9

Rory McIlroy’s career twist makes Jack Nicklaus’ old prediction look unlikely

Rory McIlroy may have completed the career Grand Slam in 2025, but there is a growing sense he might not reach double digits in major titles. McIlroy’s rise was rapid.

Golf News / ESPN / November 9

Hataoka wins improvised playoff at Japan Classic

Nasa Hataoka won the Toto Japan Classic on the first playoff hole after the final 18 holes were washed out by all-day rain and what officials termed "unplayable course conditions."

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 8

Garrick Higgo ties course record to take lead at World Wide Technology Championship

South Africa's Garrick Higgo matched the El Cardonal at Diamante course record with an 11-under 61 to take a one-stroke lead after the third round at the World Wide Technology Championship on Saturday in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Golf News / ESPN / November 8

Higgo fires 61 to match record, leads in Mexico

- Garrick Higgo matched the El Cardonal at Diamante course record with an 11-under 61 on Saturday to take a one-stroke lead over Carson Young into the final round of the World Wide Technology Championship.

Min Woo Lee News / Field Level Media / November 8

Min Woo Lee shoots down LIV Golf rumors: 'I'm not going'

Min Woo Lee has shut down the talk that he's joining LIV Golf. The 27-year-old from Australia says he's not bolting to the rival league and plans to stay on the PGA Tour in 2026.

Tiger Woods News / Athlon Sports / November 8

Like Father, Like Son: Charlie Woods Earns AJGA First-Team Honors Alongside Tiger

Charlie Woods just checked off a box with his dad’s name on it. The 16-year-old was added to the American Junior Golf Association’s first-team All-America

Nick Dunlap News / Last Word On Sports / November 8

Nick Dunlap: Performing Ahead Of Schedule

The Worldwide Technology Championship is now underway with many faces showcasing their talents across the board. With what many would consider an ideal vacation in Mexico, athletes within the Tour are trying to secure a big time career win.

Gary Player News / HITC / November 8

Gary Player’s timeless take on fixing slow play in golf with one simple move

Gary Player is convinced that the key to keeping golf’s appeal growing is to speed up play on the PGA Tour. Since Covid, interest in golf has surged, with more people tuning in regularly to follow PGA Tour events.

Tyrrell Hatton News / HITC / November 8

Golf commentator reveals reason behind Tyrrell Hatton’s outburst in Abu Dhabi

Tyrrell Hatton shot an even-par 72 in the second round of the Abu Dhabi Championship, leaving him at six-under for the tournament. He heads into the weekend eight shots behind the leaders.

Aaron Rai News / Field Level Media / November 8

Aaron Rai leads by 1 entering final round in Abu Dhabi

England's Aaron Rai holds a one-stroke lead over countryman Tommy Fleetwood and Denmark's Nicolai Hojgaard on Saturday entering the final round of the Abu Dhabi Championship.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / November 8

Yuna Araki, Nasa Hataoka share narrow lead in Japan

Japan's Yuna Araki and Nasa Hataoka share a one-shot lead at 15-under heading into the final round of the LPGA's Toto Japan Classic. Araki carded a 7-under 65 and Hataoka posted a 4-under 68 in Saturday's third round at Seta Golf Course in Otsu in western Japan.

Shane Lowry one shot clear of Rory McIlroy but trailing Abu Dhabi leader

England’s Aaron Rai is currently out in front.

Golf News / ESPN / November 8

Araki joins Hataoka as 3rd-round leader in Japan

Nasa Hataoka retained a share of the lead at the Toto Japan Classic on Saturday, this time with Yuna Araki, who also was atop the leaderboard at 15 under.

Tyrrell Hatton News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

Tyrrell Hatton Says LIV Players Once Rejected Format Shift

Earlier this week, LIV Golf announced that the league would be switching to a 72-hole format. It is largely part of a bid to be recognized by the OWGR in the ongoing effort to get the players back in the rankings through LIV. However, according to Tyrrell Hatton, this push was initially rejected by the players.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 7

Matti Schmid leads World Wide Tech Championship after two rounds

German Matti Schmid had a bogey-free, 9-under-par 63 on Friday to overtake the lead at the World Wide Technology Championship in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Min Woo Lee News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

Min Woo Lee Confirms Commitment to PGA Tour Amid LIV Golf Rumors

Min Woo Lee has ended weeks of speculation by confirming he will remain on the PGA Tour, putting to rest rumors linking him to the Saudi-backed LIV Golf.

Ji-Yai Shin News / Field Level Media / November 7

Jiyai Shin, Nasa Hataoka stand atop leaderboard in Japan

South Korean Jiyai Shin recorded a 5-under 67 to grab a share of the lead at the LPGA's Toto Japan Classic on Friday. She started the round a stroke behind opening-round leaders Nasa Hataoka and Miyu Yamashita of Japan at Seta Golf Course in Otsu in the western part of the country.

Tiger Woods News / Men's Journal / November 5

Tiger Woods’ Son Charlie Woods Earns Major Golf Honor

Tiger Woods is arguably the greatest golfer of all time, and his son Charlie is looking to fill those massive shoes. The younger Woods is something of a golf prodigy, and he's even competed alongside his father at a few events.

Rory McIlroy News / Yardbarker / November 5

'A lovely email': Rory McIlroy receives long-overdue Ryder Cup apology

American fans repeatedly heckled Rory McIlroy at the Ryder Cup in September, hurling personal taunts and shouting at crucial moments as he stood over shots.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / November 4

LIV Golf moving to 72-hole format in 2026

LIV Golf is abandoning its three-round, 54-hole format in 2026, with all events becoming traditional 72-hole tournaments. The league announced the shift Tuesday.

Gary Player News / Yardbarker / October 29