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Vijay Singh draws fan fury after taking advantage of PGA Tour loophole

Vijay Singh is ready to return to the PGA Tour, committing to the Sony Open. Next week, the 2026 PGA Tour season begins with the Sony Open, and the 62-year-old is set to compete at Waiʻalae Country Club.

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Jon Rahm goes off on ‘absolutely ridiculous’ Pat Perez punishment from PGA Tour

Jon Rahm criticised the PGA Tour over Pat Perez’s suspension over his involvement with LIV Golf. Jon Rahm has criticised the PGA Tour for its handling of Pat Perez’s case, calling the league’s approach to suspensions ridiculous.

Golf News / HITC / January 8

Jon Rahm shares theory behind Scottie Scheffler’s Ryder Cup struggles

The Ryder Cup often delivers its share of unexpected storylines, but few would have predicted that Scottie Scheffler would reach the Sunday singles at Bethpage still searching for his first point of the week.

Golf News / HITC / January 8

Jon Rahm reveals what he told Tyrrell Hatton on the first hole of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black

Jon Rahm has opened up about his experiences during the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, offering a look into what it was like from inside the ropes. Rahm played in every session for Europe that week, picking up three wins and two losses along the way.

Jon Rahm News / HITC / January 8

Jon Rahm urges LIV Golf to rethink a key aspect ahead of the 2026 season

While there are still plenty of questions about whether Jon Rahm’s move to LIV Golf was the right choice for his career, there is no doubt he has found success since making the switch.

Justin Thomas News / HITC / January 8

Justin Thomas shares injury update following November surgery

The two-time major champion has offered fresh insight into his recovery as he prepares for a crucial 2026 campaign. Justin Thomas has been sidelined for the past couple of months after undergoing back surgery in November, an operation that initially threatened to delay his start to the 2026 PGA Tour season.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / January 8

Scottie Scheffler’s starting point for the 2026 PGA Tour season is now known

Scottie Scheffler’s first event of the 2026 season has been set. Expectations are high for Scheffler over the coming year. There is no denying that he has become the sport’s most dominant force since Tiger Woods.

Scottie Scheffler News / Field Level Media / January 7

Scottie Scheffler commits to WM Phoenix Open

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is returning to "The People's Open." The two-time event champion committed to the 2026 WM Phoenix Open on Wednesday. Scheffler won at TPC Scottsdale in 2022 and 2023 and was third the following year before finishing 25th in 2025.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 7

Kai Trump announces she underwent wrist surgery

Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald J. Trump, announced Wednesday that she underwent surgery on her left wrist for a golf injury. "Today, I underwent left wrist surgery to address injuries to the stabilizing tissues of my ECU tendon and damage to my triangular fibrocartilage complex," she said in a post on Instagram.

Annika Sorenstam News / The Spun / January 7

Catching Up With Annika Sorenstam

[Editor’s note: This article is from The Spun’s “Then and Now” magazine, featuring interviews with more than 50 sports stars of yesteryear. Order your

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 7

Ohio State S Caleb Downs Declares For 2026 Draft

Ohio State safety and projected first-round pick Caleb Downs has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft (via Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer). Downs, 21, was a five-star recruit out of Georgia who was thought to be the No.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 7

Tiger Woods' birthday bash to include Jon Bon Jovi, Masters-themed menu

Tiger Woods officially turned 50 on Dec. 30. So, what do you get the golfer who, well, pretty much has it all? That will be the task at hand when the celebrities visit The Breakers in Palm Beach, Fla., on Jan.

Brandel Chamblee News / HITC / January 7

Brandel Chamblee voices concern over Brian Rolapp’s reported plans for the PGA Tour

Brandel Chamblee is a well-known, sometimes tunnel-visioned supporter of the PGA Tour. Brandel Chamblee is widely recognised as one of the PGA Tour’s most loyal defenders and a consistent critic of LIV Golf.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7

Ohio State S Caleb Downs Declares For 2026 NFL Draft

Ohio State S Caleb Downs has declared to enter the 2026 NFL Draft, per Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated. He’ll be among the top defensive backs available in this year’s class and could be a top-10 pick when it’s all said and done. Downs, 21, transferred to Ohio State in 2024 after one year in Alabama.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 7

PGA of America CEO steps down to take care of family

Derek Sprague stepped down as the chief executive officer at the PGA of America on Wednesday as a means to help provide increased care to both his mother and mother-in-law.