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New Bag, New Chapter: Morikawa Parts Ways With Longtime Caddie Ahead of Byron Nelson

Collin Morikawa has parted ways with his longtime caddie JJ Jakovac ahead of next week’s CJ CUP Byron Nelson. The 28-year-old will have a new man on the bag when he features at the Byron Nelson from May 1–4 at TPC Craig Ranch.

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PGA Tour midseason: From Rory to JT, looking back at top players and moments

Through half of the 2025 season we've seen Rory McIlroy dominate, Justin Thomas get back in the winner's circle and Scottie Scheffler start a bit slower than expected.

Golf News / HITC / April 30

Shane Lowry claims Rory McIlroy has done something which will take the ‘heat off’ him ahead of The Open

Shane Lowry admitted his key advantage as the Open returns to Royal Portrush, the venue that hosted his only major championship victory. Shane Lowry has been playing some fantastic golf in 2025.

Tony Finau News / Last Word On Sports / April 30

Tony Finau May Regret Having Skipped Zurich Classic

With the Zurich Classic now in the past with Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin taking the honors, a few players were noticeably missing. Billy Horschel had

Golf News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Non-American Masters winners' quiz

How many of the non-Americans to win the Green Jacket at Augusta can you name in five minutes?

Collin Morikawa News / Field Level Media / April 29

World No. 4 Collin Morikawa splits from longtime caddie

World No. 4 Collin Morikawa has split with J.J. Jakovac, his only caddie since turning professional in 2019 and winning six times on the PGA Tour, including two majors.

Nick Dunlap News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Nick Dunlap’s Historic PGA Win Is Shaking Up the Game

Nick Dunlap etched his name into golf history in January 2024 when he became the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event in over three decades. His jaw-dropping victory at The American Express not only shocked the golf world but also revived conversations around young talent and the future of the PGA Tour.

Bryson Dechambeau News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Bryson DeChambeau: The Pin Holding LIV Together

As covered multiple times, several LIV golfers have been rumored to be considering jumping ship back to the PGA Tour. It wasn’t until Laurie Canter made

Davis Love III News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Davis Love III Returns to PGA Tour Champions After Heart Surgery

For the Mitsubishi Electric Classic, golfer Davis Love III made his return after enduring open heart surgery. The surgery itself was a long time coming, with the first signs being detected as far back as ten years ago. Now he is back in action and ready to defend his titles.

Golf News / Field Level Media / April 29

Kris Kim, 17, back at Byron Nelson after historic debut in ‘24

Kris Kim is at an age where he's still prone to growth spurts. For many teenagers, that means shopping for clothes. For the 17-year-old Kim, you can add new golf apparel and getting his clubs re-fit.

Geoff Ogilvy News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Ogilvy Takes His Chances at Winning the Presidents Cup

Is Geoff Ogilvy the right man for the job? With day one in the books, the answer is a resounding yes, but there is a long way to go from Tuesday’s announcement that Ogilvy was named the ninth International President Cup Captain to a September Thursday in 2026.

Collin Morikawa News / The Spun / April 29

Collin Morikawa Makes Decision On Caddie Before PGA Championship

Collin Morikawa is reportedly making a surprising caddie change. According to CBS Sports' Colt Knost, Morikawa will replace longtime caddie JJ Jakovac with Joe Greiner.

Golf News / Yardbarker / April 29

Storylines for the CJ Cup Byron Nelson: Scheffler a heavy favorite

Three storylines for the CJ Cup Byron Nelson: Scottie Scheffler a heavy favorite

The PGA Tour heads back to Texas this week for the CJ Cup Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch. Let's check out the three most intriguing storylines for the next stop on the schedule.

Why Scottie Scheffler seems like a lock for first win of season

Andrew Novak has officially entered the Ryder Cup conversation

The 'FedEx Cup Champions' quiz

Nelly Korda News / The Spun / April 29

LPGA Star Nelly Korda Announces Heartbreaking Loss

LPGA Tour star Nelly Korda announced some awful personal news on Tuesday. Korda, 26, is a 14-time LPGA winner, including a pair of major victories at the 2021 Women's PGA Championship and 2024 Chevron Championship.

Golf News / Field Level Media / April 29

Brandt Snedeker, Geoff Ogilvy named Presidents Cup captains

American Brandt Snedeker and Australia's Geoff Ogilvy were named captains Tuesday for the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club outside Chicago. Snedeker, 44, competed in the biennial competition pitting U.S.

Golf News / Yardbarker / April 29

Why Scottie Scheffler seems like a lock for first win of season

Even though Scheffler hasn't found the winner's circle yet this year, you can tell he's close. The 13-time PGA Tour winner has finished T8, solo fourth and T2 in his past three starts.

Saquon Barkley responds to backlash after golfing with Donald Trump

Five biggest disappointments of the PGA Tour season so far

Andrew Novak has officially entered the Ryder Cup conversation

The 'Non-American Masters winners' quiz

Golf News / Field Level Media / April 29

Report: OWGR points imminent for LIV Golf events

LIV Golf members are on the verge of a major victory less than two months after abandoning their two-year push to receive Official World Golf Ranking points.

Golf News / Yardbarker / April 28