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Brian Campbell wins second title of year in John Deere playoff

Brian Campbell's par on the first playoff hole gave him his second career victory on the PGA Tour, winning the John Deere Classic on Sunday in Silvis, Illinois.

Four-time champ Ed Fiori dies at 72

Scottie Scheffler’s Open Championship preparation changes as he makes smart call

Thomas Pieters incident fuels growing tensions in pro golf

Lucas Glover doubles down amid tension between PGA, LIV

Phil Mickelson names the two toughest golf courses he has ever played

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Fiori, who outdueled Tiger in 1996, dies at 72

Ed Fiori, 72, a four-time winner on the PGA Tour who for 13 years was the only player to rally from a 54-hole deficit to beat Tiger Woods on the tour, died on Sunday, the tour said on its website.

Golf News / ESPN / July 6

Campbell captures John Deere; 2nd playoff win

Brian Campbell won for the second time this year on the PGA Tour, both in a playoff, after beating Emiliano Grillo on the first extra hole at the John Deere Classic.

Lucas Glover News / Last Word On Sports / July 6

Lucas Glover Says Membership Cuts 'Doesn’t Make Sense'

2025 has been a year when the PGA Tour decided it was time to start taking action on the pace of play. There have been some great strides in addressing

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Golf News / ESPN / July 6

Amateur Woad, 21, easily wins Women's Irish Open

English golfer Lottie Woad, 21, became the first amateur in three years to win a Ladies European Tour title after a six-shot victory at the Women's Irish Open on Sunday, after entering the final round with a seven-stroke advantage in Maynooth, Ireland.

Tiger Woods News / Field Level Media / July 6

4-time PGA Tour champ Ed Fiori dies at 72

Ed Fiori, who won four titles on the PGA Tour, including the 1996 Quad Cities Classic that prevented Tiger Woods from his first victory, passed away from cancer on Sunday at 72.

Jordan Spieth News / HITC / July 6

Jordan Spieth’s crucial tip for amateur golfers on how to avoid three-putting from long distance

Jordan Spieth has already achieved plenty on the PGA Tour, and he’ll be hoping there’s still more to come from his career. A former World No. 1, Spieth won three majors between 2015 and 2017 – titles that made him one of the game’s biggest stars almost overnight.

Golf News / ESPN / July 6

Brown wins in Munich for 2nd European tour title

English golfer Daniel Brown captured his second European tour title by winning the BMW International Open by two strokes on Sunday.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / July 6

Scottie Scheffler’s Open Championship preparation changes as he makes smart call

Excitement is building as the 153rd Open Championship approaches, with Royal Portrush poised to host the event once again. Scottie Scheffler will head to Royal Portrush with the ambition of winning his first Open Championship, and the fourth major of his career.

Phil Mickelson News / HITC / July 6

Phil Mickelson names the two toughest golf courses he has ever played: ‘Is brutally difficult…’

Phil Mickelson has spent more than three decades playing golf at the highest level, winning six major titles and compiling 45 PGA Tour victories along the way.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / July 6

PGA Tour Reveals Tiger Woods' Honest Message on Max Homa During John Deere Classic

The John Deere Classic is heating up at TPC Deere Run, and all eyes are on the tightly packed leaderboard. Davis Thompson holds a slim one-shot lead, but right in the mix is Max Homa, tied for sixth place at 13-under after three rounds.

Max Homa News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Max Homa Shares Honest Take Amid John Deere Classic

Moving Day at the 2025 John Deere Classic saw a familiar face surge toward contention as Max Homa carded a 3‑under 68 on Saturday at TPC Deere Run. His

Lucas Glover News / Last Word On Sports / July 5

'I Don’t Want LIV Players Back' — Lucas Glover Doubles Down Amid PGA-LIV Tension

Six-time PGA Tour winner Lucas Glover has added fuel to the existing tension between PGA Tour and LIV Golf. The veteran stated that he doesn’t want LIV golfers to return to the PGA Tour fold as both tours continue to dialogue over the possibility of reuniting.

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 5

Davis Thompson emerges as leader at John Deere Classic

Davis Thompson shot a birdie putt from 10 1/2 feet on the final hole to shoot 4-under-par 67 and emerge as the leader among numerous third-round contenders in the John Deere Classic on Saturday in Silvis, Ill.

Thomas Pieters incident fuels growing tensions in pro golf

Lucas Glover doubles down amid tension between PGA, LIV

LIV Golf planning nine international, five U.S. events in 2026

Sergio Garcia has reason to celebrate after finish at LIV Golf Dallas

PGA Tour overhauls playoff bonus structure for this season

Gary Player News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Gary Player Reflects on Royal Portrush's Return to the Open Championship

With a little less than two weeks remaining until the 153rd Open Championship tees off at Royal Portrush, golf legend Gary Player couldn't contain his enthusiasm when I caught up with him last week.

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Luke Clanton News / Last Word On Sports / July 4

Luke Clanton Says The Pay Hasn’t Changed Him Since Going Pro

Back in March, the no 1. Amateur player has earned his Tour card at the Zurich Classic. Later, he made his professional debut at the RBC Canadian Open.

Golf News / ESPN / July 4

Ghim holes out for eagle to lead John Deere

Doug Ghim has the 36-hole lead for the first time in his six years on the PGA Tour.

Doug Ghim News / Field Level Media / July 4

Doug Ghim clings to one-shot lead at John Deere Classic

Doug Ghim shot a 3-under-par 68 and held onto a one-stroke lead over Max Homa and a group of contenders at the John Deere Classic on Friday in Silvis, Ill.

Gary Woodland News / Almost Average Golf / July 2

Gary Woodland named U.S. Vice Captain for 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup team

Gary Woodland has officially been named vice captain of the U.S. team for the 45th Ryder Cup, which will be played Sept. 23-28, 2025, at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York.

Golf News / Almost Average Golf / July 1

Top junior recruit on the planet chooses his college landing spot

One of the top party schools in the world, in a region known for breeding golf talent like Texas breeds Football players, has one more thing to celebrate.

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 1

Lee Westwood qualifies for Open; first major berth since 2022

Lee Westwood will make his first major championship start in three years when he tees it up at the Open Championship later this month at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland.

Golf News / Field Level Media / June 30

LIV Golf planning 9 international, 5 U.S. events in 2026

LIV Golf is planning a 14-event schedule in 2026 that includes nine international destinations and five in the United States. While the dates and times

Golf News / Yardbarker / June 30