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Brooks Koepka makes ‘dreamed of’ statement after making his PGA Tour return

Brooks Koepka has admitted his return to the PGA Tour has surpassed what he imagined following his first appearance back. Brooks Koepka has returned to the PGA Tour after spending many years away competing on the LIV Golf circuit.

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Nelly Korda leads Tournament of Champions; play suspended by high winds

Before the third round was suspended due to high winds, World No. 2 Nelly Korda shot an 8-under-par 64 to vault into the lead at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions on Saturday in Orlando, Fla.

Brooks Koepka News / Golf on ClutchPoints / January 31

Brooks Koepka’s candid admission on fan reception amid PGA Tour return

After leaving the LIV Tour and making his return to the PGA, Brooks Koepka was not sure what kind of reaction he would get from players, fans and officials.

Golf News / 5 GOATs / January 31

Johnson Wagner recreates Brooks Koepka cart path shot during Farmers Insurance Open broadcast

As part of his coverage of the PGA Tour, Johnson Wagner is known for recreating difficult shots during post-event shows. Now part of CBS’ main broadcast crew, he showed off his skills during the Farmers Insurance Open – while golfers were still on the course.

Golf News / ESPN / January 31

Eye of the Tiger: Rose builds 6-shot lead at Torrey

Justin Rose's six-shot lead is the second-largest 54-hole lead at Torrey Pines, behind only Tiger Woods' eight-shot lead in 2008.

Justin Rose News / Field Level Media / January 31

Justin Rose enters final round at Farmers with 6-shot lead

England's Justin Rose shot a 4-under-par 68 on Saturday in the third round of the Farmers Insurance Open to carry a six-stroke lead into the final round in San Diego.

Brooks Koepka News / Golf on ClutchPoints / January 31

Brooks Koepka makes epic statement in PGA Tour return with jaw-dropping putt

Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour at the Farmers Insurance Open is more about re-establishing himself than competing, as he currently finds himself stranded at T55.

Golf News / CBSSports.com / January 31

Xander Schauffele sees made cut streak end at 72 as Scottie Scheffler takes over active PGA Tour lead

Schauffele's made cut streak wound up being the fifth-longest in PGA Tour history

Golf News / ESPN / January 31

Hill leads in Bahrain; Reed, Garcia 4 shots back

Scotland's Calum Hill holds a two-shot lead in the Bahrain Championship with Patrick Reed and Sergio Garcia suddenly back in the mix four shots back.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / January 31

Cam Young shares what he believes sets Scottie Scheffler apart

Cam Young holds a great deal of respect for Scottie Scheffler, especially when it comes to the way he carries himself on the course. It’s remarkable to think that Scheffler is just one year older than Young, given all he’s accomplished in golf already.

Golf News / HITC / January 31

How Koepka and Reed’s next move could create major trouble for LIV Golf in 2026

LIV Golf’s struggles didn’t end with Brooks Koepka’s exit. This week, Patrick Reed added another layer of trouble for the league. There were signs that LIV Golf could steady itself after Koepka’s move.

Brooks Koepka News / BBC Sport / January 31

Rose four clear as Koepka makes cut on PGA return

England's Justin Rose shoots a seven-under-par 65 to extend his lead to four shots at the Farmers Insurance Open while returning Brooks Koepka made the cut.

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Golf News / ESPN / January 30

Rose breaks 36-hole Torrey Pines mark, up 4 shots

After an opening-round 62, Justin Rose shot a 65 on Friday to break his 36-hold record at Torrey Pines to build a four-shot lead.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 30

Justin Rose breaks out to 4-shot Farmers lead; Brooks Koepka makes cut

Justin Rose will carry a four-stroke lead into the weekend at the Farmers Insurance Open after posting a stellar 7-under-par 65 on Friday in San Diego.

Golf News / ESPN / January 30

Ko and Woad share lead in LPGA Tour's opener

Lydia Ko shot a 5-under 67 on Friday for a share of second-round lead with Lottie Woad in the LPGA Tour's season-opening Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions.

Brooks Koepka News / CBSSports.com / January 30

Justin Rose sets record extending lead at Farmers Insurance Open as Brooks Koepka slides inside cut

Rose matched the lowest 36-hole score at the tournament, while Koepka made the cut on the number in his return to the PGA Tour

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 30

Lydia Ko, Lottie Woad tied for lead at Tournament of Champions

An LPGA Hall of Famer and a 22-year-old phenom shared the 36-hole lead at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions on Friday in Orlando, Fla.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 30

Michael Brennan DQ'd after first round at Farmers

Michael Brennan was disqualified following Thursday's opening round at the Farmers Insurance Open for using non-permitted green-reading materials. Brennan posted a 2-under-par 70 on the North Course at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, Calif., registering four birdies and two bogeys.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 29

Nasa Hataoka kicks off LPGA season with Tournament of Champions lead

Nasa Hataoka of Japan racked up seven birdies to open the LPGA season in style, setting the first-round lead at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions on Thursday in Orlando, Fla.

Charles Coody News / Athlon Sports / January 29

PGA Tour Twins Parker and Pierceson Coody Join Turtleson Team

The Coody name holds weight in professional golf. When your grandfather won the 1971 Masters Tournament, you grew up understanding what it takes to perform at the highest level.

Bryson Dechambeau News / Field Level Media / January 29

Report: Bryson DeChambeau confirms LIV Golf commitment for '26

Two-time U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau confirmed he will be in Saudi Arabia next week for the LIV Golf season opener in Riyadh. According to a report Thursday from Flushing It Golf, DeChambeau plans to fulfill his contract obligations for the 2026 season as the captain of Crushers GC.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 28

LIV Golf adds 10 spots to secured 'Lock Zone' as part of suite of changes

LIV Golf is adjusting its rules to increase the number of players who qualify for the next season, ensure performance has more immediate consequences and distribute points across the entire field.

Golf News / Yardbarker / January 27

Rory McIlroy takes victory lap over LIV Golf

The PGA Tour scored a huge win over LIV Golf when Brooks Koepka ditched the Saudi-backed tour and returned to the big leagues. With Koepka set to make his 2026 PGA Tour debut this week at the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines, Rory McIlroy saw it as an opportunity to take a subtle victory lap.

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