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Somi Lee takes 2-stroke lead after 18 holes of Tour Championship

South Korea's Somi Lee carded an 8-under-par 64 to take a two-stroke lead after one round of the season-concluding CME Group Tour Championship on Thursday in Naples, Fla.

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Lee fires 64, leads LPGA Tour season finale by 2

Somi Lee, with a new putting grip, shot opened the CME Group Tour Championship with an 8-under 64 for a two-shot lead in the LPGA Tour's season finale.

Doug Ghim News / Field Level Media / November 20

Doug Ghim comes close to breaking 60, shares lead at RSM Classic

Doug Ghim, Davis Thompson and the Philippines' Rico Hoey are tied atop the first-round leaderboard Thursday at the RSM Classic, the finale of the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup Fall series.

Tiger Woods News / The Spun / November 20

Two Big Schools Mentioned In Recruitment Of Charlie Woods

Where will Charlie Woods play college golf? That question is about to be a popular one in the sports world. Back in May, the son of Tiger Woods won the Team TaylorMade Invitational in Bowling Green, Florida.

Dustin Johnson News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

Dustin Johnson Confirms 2026 LIV Return — And Drops Surprise 4 Aces Announcement

Dustin Johnson has confirmed that he will be returning to LIV Golf for the 2026 season. The 41-year-old recently signed a new contract believed to be worth over $100 million, ending speculations about a potential return to the PGA Tour.

Shane Lowry News / HITC / November 20

Shane Lowry reveals which iconic moment meant more: Portrush or Bethpage

In a candid conversation with The Golfing Gazette, Shane Lowry reflects on two of the defining moments of his career — and why choosing between them feels impossible.

Justin Thomas News / HITC / November 20

Justin Thomas explains what has him buzzing ahead of The RSM Classic

The 2025 PGA Tour season wraps up this week with the RSM Classic at Sea Island Resort. Tommy Fleetwood won the Tour Championship in August, bringing the regular season to an end, but there was still plenty of golf left on the calendar.

Anthony Kim News / Field Level Media / November 20

Anthony Kim shines in Riyadh, eyes return to LIV Golf

Seeking a return to LIV Golf in 2026, Anthony Kim carded a bogey-free, 7-under-par 64 in Friday's second round at the PIF Saudi Invitational in Riyadh.

Collin Morikawa News / HITC / November 20

Collin Morikawa pushes for 2026 rule change after criticizing a key aspect of the PGA Tour

Collin Morikawa finished the 2025 season with more questions than answers, and public opinion around him remains fairly split. He actually started the season well enough, picking up a couple of runner-up finishes in his first four tournaments.

Golf News / HITC / November 20

Collin Morikawa explains the iron changes he made after talks with Scottie Scheffler and Jon Rahm

After an inconsistent season, Collin Morikawa details the loft changes and putting experiments he hopes will help him return to top form in 2026. He did record top-10 finishes at the Masters (T-6), PGA Championship (T-4), and Rocket Mortgage Classic (T-7), but those highlights were few and far between.

Golf News / HITC / November 20

Harris English reveals his honest reaction to being Keegan Bradley’s Ryder Cup envelope pick

The envelope rule became a major talking point again after Europe’s win over the United States at this year’s Ryder Cup. Harris English ended up being the player selected by Keegan Bradley to sit out the singles matches, a decision that brought plenty of attention his way.

Golf News / HITC / November 20

Caddie reveals why Jack Nicklaus fell short of Tiger Woods in a major aspect of the game

Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods are widely considered two of the greatest golfers ever, with a combined 33 major titles between them. Nicklaus leads the way with 18 of those championships, holding the record for most major wins, while Woods follows closely behind with 15.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / November 20

Rory McIlroy explains the power move behind his massive 323-yard drives

Rory McIlroy is one of the longest hitters in the game. DataGolf has him in the top 2% of professional golfers when it comes to driving distance, and he finished second on the PGA Tour in 2025, averaging 323.0 yards per drive.

Golf News / FirstSportz / November 20

5x PGA Tour Winner Harris English Admits Being Upset by Envelope Rule Which Forced Him out of 2025 Ryder Cup

5-time PGA Tour winner Harris English will return to competitive golf this week at The RSM Classic. Ahead of this event, the American international recounted his previous competitive appearance and admitted that he was pretty “pissed” by the envelope rule which forced him out of the 2025 Ryder Cup.

Tiger Woods News / Field Level Media / November 19

Tour friend hopes to see Tiger Woods on Champions very soon

Tiger Woods has given no timetable for when -- or even if -- he will return to competitive golf, but at least one close PGA Tour friend hopes to see the 15-time major champion on the course soon.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / November 19

Harris English hints at future PGA Tour seasons starting after Super Bowl

Veteran Harris English is following a "whatever it takes is what it takes" philosophy when it comes to rumored changes for the betterment of the PGA Tour.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 19

Callaway selling majority stake in Topgolf at $1.1B valuation

Callaway has sold 60 percent of Topgolf to Los Angeles private-equity firm Leonard Green & Partners in a deal that values the business at approximately $1.1 billion.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 19

LPGA's 2026 schedule: 33 events, 13 countries, $132M prize pool

The LPGA Tour's 2026 schedule features 33 events played in 13 countries with a record prize pool of $132 million. The slate announced Wednesday includes tournaments in 13 states plus the Solheim Cup in the Netherlands.

Kevin Chappell News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Kevin Chappell Retires From Golf

Earlier in 2025, there were talks about a few star players being close to retirement. Most discussion revolved around Tiger Woods, as he had a year plagued

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 18

Victor Perez joins LIV Golf, signs with Cleeks GC for 2026 season

LIV Golf began its run of offseason signings with the addition of Victor Perez on Tuesday. Perez will join Cleeks GC, which finished 12th out of 13 in the team standings last season.

Kevin Chappell News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Kevin Chappell’s Retirement Exposes a Growing Crisis Inside the PGA Tour

Kevin Chappell has exposed a growing discontent within the PGA Tour following his decision to retire at just age 39. The American says the PGA Tour risks becoming a “tennis model” with select elite events, and he fears this could undermine the Tour.

Henrik Stenson News / Field Level Media / November 17

Report: Henrik Stenson returning to DP World Tour after LIV relegation

Henrik Stenson, one of the first players to join LIV Golf, told the media outlet Bunkered on Monday that he is returning to the DP World Tour in 2026. Stenson, 49, reportedly settled his fines with Europe's top tour totaling more than £1 million.

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 17

Reports: LPGA moving first '26 major to Houston muni course

The LPGA is expected to release its 2026 schedule this week, and it reportedly will include a new venue for the Chevron Championship, the tour's first major tournament each season.

Stewart Cink News / Field Level Media / November 16

Stewart Cink defeats Steven Alker to hoist Charles Schwab Cup

Stewart Cink capped off his first full-time season on the PGA Tour Champions by lifting the Charles Schwab Cup on Sunday at Phoenix Country Club. Cink rallied past New Zealand's Steven Alker with a bogey-free 4-under 67 to win the Charles Schwab Cup Championship, the tour's season finale.