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Peter Malnati (chest) WDs from Sanderson Farms

Peter Malnati withdrew from the Sanderson Farms Championship prior to the first round Thursday due to a chest injury. Scott Piercy replaced Malnati, who won the tournament in 2015 at the Country Club of Jackson in Mississippi.

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Albatross lifts Chatfield to 3rd Korn Ferry 59 of '25

Davis Chatfield made an albatross on the par-5 15th and closed with a 30-foot birdie putt for a 12-under 59 in the Korn Ferry Tour's Compliance Solutions Championship.

Tiger Woods News / HITC / October 2

Tiger Woods seen as logical favourite for USA Ryder Cup captaincy for two clear reasons

In the wake of Team USA’s disappointing Ryder Cup defeat in New York, Tiger Woods is now being discussed as a potential solution to their ongoing problems.

Max Homa News / EssentiallySports / October 2

Max Homa Shares ‘Stressful’ Reality About His Life Amid Troubling PGA Tour Season

On August 4, 2025, Max Homa & his wife, Lacey, welcomed their second child to the world, Austin. And he couldn’t have been born at a better time. Just a few days before his birth, his father took an early exit from the Wyndham Championship after missing the cut to take a flight back home to watch him being born.

Matt Fitzpatrick News / Golf on ClutchPoints / October 2

Ryder Cup Europe’s Matt Fitzpatrick slam PGA of American leadership

Team Europe won the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, securing the first road victory in the event since 2012. Fans took the heckling over the line, according to multiple reports from on the ground.

Rory McIlroy News / Field Level Media / October 2

Ryder Cup emcee sorry for role in Rory McIlroy taunts

Ryder Cup emcee Heather McMahan has apologized for participating in a vulgar chant directed at Rory McIlroy last weekend. The comedian and actress stepped down from her role as master of ceremonies following the incident on Saturday at Bethpage Black in New York, where video footage caught her saying "f--- you, Rory" into a microphone.

Jose Maria Olazabal News / HITC / October 2

Jose Maria Olazabal gives his honest assessment on US Ryder Cup players after thrilling win

The United States came incredibly close to pulling off one of the greatest comebacks in sports history at the Ryder Cup last week, and some would say it was arguably the greatest.

Tyrrell Hatton News / CBSSports.com / October 2

Matt Fitzpatrick, Tyrrell Hatton criticize PGA of America president following Europe's win at 2025 Ryder Cup

The two European team members did not take kindly to comments from PGA of America president Don Rea

Golf News / EssentiallySports / October 2

Brandel Chamblee Backs Luke Donald as He Rejects Keegan Bradley’s Call to Change the Envelope Rule

Brandel Chamblee isn’t holding back. On his podcast, the Golf Channel analyst and former PGA Tour winner backed the Ryder Cup’s long-standing substitution rule, calling it an essential safeguard for the event.

Golf News / HITC / October 2

Keegan Bradley’s Ryder Cup call labelled as ‘absolute travesty’ by former PGA Tour player

Keegan Bradley came close to engineering one of the greatest sporting turnarounds in recent memory, but his time as Ryder Cup captain will still be viewed by many as a missed opportunity.

Golf News / HITC / October 2

Matt Fitzpatrick weighs in on Bryson DeChambeau’s behaviour during their Ryder Cup clash

Bryson DeChambeau may not have delivered a full point for Team USA on Sunday, but his performance still played a significant part in the team’s push to pull off what would have been an incredible comeback.

Nicolas Colsaerts News / HITC / October 2

Nicolas Colsaerts urges Ryder Cup rule changes after abuse from US fans

Unfortunately, crowd abuse was a major talking point during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, where Europe managed to get past the USA. Several American fans were removed from the course after crossing the line with their treatment of the European players, who left New York not only with some bruises but also as champions.

Viktor Hovland News / HITC / October 2

Viktor Hovland’s caddie reveals truth behind Ryder Cup neck injury setback

Viktor Hovland pulled out of the Ryder Cup due to injury, but the manner in which it happened was controversial. In stepping aside, he handed Team Europe a half-point, who were already in a strong position heading into Sunday.

Matt Fitzpatrick News / FirstSportz / October 2

Matt Fitzpatrick Slams PGA of America President Don Rea For 'Offensive' Ryder Cup Comments

Matt Fitzpatrick did not seem to like the words of Don Rea this week. The PGA of America President had some strong words regarding the fan behavior at the Ryder Cup last week in New York.

Rory McIlroy News / EssentiallySports / October 2

‘I Did Not Start…’: Ryder Cup Announcer Heather McMahan Defends Herself Amid Rory McIlroy Chant Backlash

It was supposed to be a dream gig. Instead, Heather McMahan‘s gig last weekend at Bethpage turned into an internet firestorm. The comedian and podcaster found herself at the center of a Ryder Cup controversy last weekend after being caught on video echoing a now-infamous chant aimed at Team Europe’s Rory McIlroy.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 2

Akie Iwai starts hot, takes first-round lead at Lotte Championship

Six weeks after earning her initial LPGA victory, Akie Iwai sits in first place after the opening round of the Lotte Championship in Ewa Beach, Hawaii.

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Golf News / Last Word On Sports / October 1

Scottie Scheffler Up Next For Career Grand Slam Says Gary Player

Earlier this year, Rory McIlroy achieved something only a few golfers have accomplished. He completed his career grand slam with his victory at the Masters

Tiger Woods News / EssentiallySports / October 1

Tiger Woods Teases Secret New Project as Comeback Rumors Reach Fever Pitch

When Tiger Woods posts something cryptic, it has everyone on the edge of their seats, hoping this time it will give us a clue on his comeback. And a few hours ago, he did exactly that.

Bryson Dechambeau News / EssentiallySports / October 1

European Ryder Cup Star Shares Blunt Bryson DeChambeau Message Days After Bethpage Clash: ‘Bryson’s Character…’

It’s not every day that a LIV golfer gets pitted against a PGA Tour golfer in front of thousands of roaring fans, with Ryder Cup pride, and egos on the line.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / October 1

Paul McGinley Reveals What Broke Rory McIlroy on Final Day of Ryder Cup: ‘Asked Too Much’

After everything that happened at Bethpage, Rory McIlroy shouldn’t have any reason to have a positive take on the American audience. Yet, after things cooled down, he admitted, “It’s a minority of the crowd.

Golf News / Field Level Media / October 1

High-profile caddie Geno Bonnalie to make debut with new golfer this weekend

Former Joel Dahmen caddie Geno Bonnalie will be working with another golfer for the first time in over a decade this weekend, as Bonnalie will make his return to the PGA Tour by caddying for Isaiah Salinda at the Sanderson Farms Championship in Jackson, Miss.

Martin Kaymer News / Field Level Media / October 1