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Shocked Nick Faldo once claimed Jason Day made ‘one of the craziest decisions’ he’d ever seen from a pro

Nick Faldo is one of the most outspoken figures in the game. The reason why he is one of the most popular golf analysts is because he has no filter. Much like Gary Player, the Englishman never minces his words and always tells it as he sees it.

Golf News / HITC / September 8

Why Jason Day has turned down being a vice-captain at the Presidents Cup after he was asked

Geoff Ogilvy has revealed that Jason Day has turned down the opportunity to be a vice-captain at the Presidents Cup later this month, with the Australian keen to instead focus on his recovery from a back injury.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / August 10

Biggest Winners & Losers on PGA Tour FedEx Cup Standings Before 2026 Playoffs Begin

The Wyndham Championship always doubles as a courtroom. It hands out a trophy, but its real verdict is the FedEx Cup top 70 cut line, and this year’s finale at Sedgefield Country Club delivered one of the most dramatic Sundays.

Golf News / HITC / August 7

Jason Day suggests his ‘body is beat’ after missing the cut at the Wyndham Championship

Jason Day’s 2026 season ended in disappointment at the Wyndham Championship on Friday. Day posted rounds of 71 and 73 at the Wyndham Championship this week, and will comfortably miss the cut.

Golf News / Yardbarker / August 6

FedEx Cup Playoffs bubble breakdown: Brooks Koepka in trouble

We've reached the final week of the PGA Tour regular season, meaning players on the FedEx Cup bubble have only one more chance to crack the playoff field.

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Golf News / Field Level Media / August 4

Golf Glance: Final push for FedExCup Playoffs; LIV back at Trump's course

The final push is on to qualify for the first leg of the FedExCup Playoffs with this week's regular-season finale on the PGA Tour, while LIV Golf returns to Trump National Bedminster for the first time since 2023.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Wyndham Championship Brings the PGA Tour Bubble to Sedgefield

The Wyndham Championship is the rare PGA Tour event where two leaderboards matter equally. One will determine who wins the tournament. The other will decide who gets to keep playing.

Golf News / HITC / July 29

Ryan Gerard names who he thinks is the most creative chipper on the entire PGA Tour, ‘it’s special’

Ryan Gerard has suggested that Jason Day’s chipping is potentially the most impressive skill that any player on the PGA Tour has, as he encouraged everyone to follow the Australian during a practice round.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / July 23

PGA Tour star withdraws from 3M Open with FedEx Cup Playoffs looming

Former world No. 1 Jason Day is again struggling with a lingering back injury. As a result, he is set to miss this week’s 3M Open, and that puts him at risk of not qualifying for the FedEx Cup Playoffs.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / July 14

Jason Day Opens Up About ‘Difficult Moments’ Following U.S. Open Injury Setback

Jason Day made it through 10 holes at the U.S. Open before his back gave out. Now, less than four weeks later, he’s back on a major championship course, and cautiously optimistic that the worst is behind him.

Golf News / Field Level Media / June 18

Jason Day (back) withdraws from US Open

Jason Day withdrew from the U.S. Open after 10 holes on Thursday in Southampton, N.Y., citing a back injury. The Australian played the back nine of Shinnecock Hills Golf Club to begin his round and went 7 over, including six straight bogeys at Nos.

Golf News / Field Level Media / June 5

J.T. Poston solves difficult Memorial greens to take 36-hole lead

J.T. Poston's early birdie binge helped separate him from the pack as he took the 36-hole lead at the Memorial Tournament on Friday in Dublin, Ohio. Poston shot a 7-under-par 65, while no one else in the 72-man field scored better than a 69 during the second round at Muirfield Village Golf Club.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Blades Brown’s PGA Tour Path Just Got Much More Real

Golf usually asks young prodigies to wait their turn. Blades Brown has spent the last few years politely ignoring that schedule. The 19-year-old from Nashville has already been the kid with the amateur record, the teenager comfortable inside PGA Tour ropes and the Korn Ferry Tour member trying to build a career the hard way.

Golf News / Field Level Media / May 15

Alex Smalley sets clubhouse lead, Chris Gotterup posts 65 at PGA

NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. -- Alex Smalley closed with a birdie to set the clubhouse lead at 4-under-par 136 on Friday, while Chris Gotterup and Japan's Hideki Matsuyama put themselves in contention at the PGA Championship halfway through the second round at Aronimink Golf Club.

Golf News / Field Level Media / May 13

2026 PGA Championship: Preview, Props & Best Bets

The second major of 2026 tees off on Thursday with the start of the 108th PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club outside of Philadelphia. Can Scottie Scheffler repeat?

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Golf News / Field Level Media / April 11

'Pretty easy:' Masters players surprised by Augusta National conditions

AUGUSTA, Ga. -- It's not often the word "gettable" is used to describe Augusta National on a Saturday at the Masters, but that's exactly the adjective several players used after this year's third round.

Golf News / Yardbarker / April 12

Takeaways from third round of Masters: Rory McIlroy's lead disappears; Shane Lowry makes history

The third round of the Masters is in the books, and what looked to be a runaway for Rory McIlroy on Friday is setting itself up to be a frantic finish on Sunday.

McIlroy’s Masters lead slips away after brutal sequence

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Golf News / Men's Journal / April 10

Jason Day, Wife Ellie Picked Unusual Names for Their 5 kids

Professional golfer Jason Day was ranked fourth on the leaderboard at the Masters on April 10. Supporting him along the way is his wife, Ellie Day. They are the parents of five kids, and they chose unusual names for some of them.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / April 9

Jason Day Adjusts for Longer Augusta With Smart Club Changes

Jason Day is making significant equipment changes ahead of the 2026 Masters. Facing a longer, tougher Augusta National, the Australian is swapping his long irons in a strategic move to gain an edge.

Golf News / EasySportz / April 7

Augusta vs. Jason Day: Masters Style Drama Is Back Again

The Masters is known for tradition, history, and perfection—but once again, Jason Day is pushing the boundaries of what Augusta National is willing to accept.

Golf News / Total Pro Sports / April 2

The Masters Reportedly Had To Ban Jason Day From Wearing The Most Ridiculous Outfit At This Year’s Tournament

Jason Day will compete in his 15th Masters Tournament next week. He planned to do so with a series of ambitious outfits, but the club had something to say about it.

Golf News / EasySportz / March 28

PGA Tour Reveals Tee Times for Moving Day at Texas Children’s

HOUSTON — Moving day at the 2026 Texas Children’s Houston Open means one thing: time to hit the snooze — or set an extra alarm — because third‑round tee times at Memorial Park Golf Course are packed with marquee groups ready to shake up the leaderboard.

Golf News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9, 2025

Jason Day told to tone down his clothes at Masters

Jason Day garnered a lot of attention at the Masters last year for some of his wardrobe selections, but we are apparently not going to see a repeat of that in 2025.

Golf News / Field Level Media / March 13, 2025

Jason Day withdraws from The Players Championship

Jason Day withdrew from The Players Championship one hour before he was scheduled to tee off on Thursday morning.

Golf News / The Morning Read / January 22, 2025

Jason Day Believes Torrey Pines Is a Great Substitute Venue for Genesis Invitational

San Diego or Phoenix. Torrey Pines South or TPC Scottsdale. This seems to be the question everyone is asking after the PGA Tour announced that the Genesis

Golf News / Field Level Media / November 9, 2024

Jason Day on lack of LIV Golf offer: 'I don't blame them'

Jason Day said he never had to make a decision on whether to leave for the LIV Golf League. That's because the Saudi Arabian-backed rival to the PGA Tour never made a formal contract offer to the former world No.

Golf News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14, 2024

Augusta National calls dress code on Jason Day at Masters

Jason Day was called to the Augusta National principal's office for his creative dress choices.

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Golf News / Yardbarker / June 21, 2023

Best bets for the Travelers Championship

The major championship hangover is all too real for golf fans this week, but the Travelers Championship should be able to provide some much-needed relief. And if that's not enough, Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty is here with his best bets for the Travelers.

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Golf News / Yardbarker / May 15, 2023

Three players to watch at the PGA Championship

It is time for another major championship in men’s pro golf. The 105th PGA Championship tees off Thursday morning, with Oak Hill Country Club in Pittsford, N.Y., hosting, and there's no shortage of storylines. Here are three golfers worth keeping an eye on at the event.

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