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Nick Taylor retains share of lead in title defense at Sony Open

Canada's Nick Taylor endured an inconsistent second round on Friday at the Sony Open in Hawaii, but the defending champion retained a share of the lead at the PGA Tour's season-opening event in Honolulu.

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Nick Taylor remains tied atop 2026 Sony Open leaderboard eyeing defense of title entering weekend in Hawai'i

Tough conditions raised scores on Friday and sent some big names packing

Golf News / ESPN / January 16

Riley, Taylor part of 5-way tie in windy Honolulu

Davis Riley matched defending champion Nick Taylor, Kevin Roy, S.H. Kim and Adrien Dumont de Chassart at 9-under 131 for a five-way tie atop the Sony Open.

Vijay Singh News / Athlon Sports / January 16

Vijay Singh Shows Father Time Who’s Boss, Makes Sony Cut

At 62, most professional golfers are content playing the occasional Champions Tour event and spending time with their grandkids. Vijay Singh? He’s out here making cuts on the PGA TOUR and showing the young guns how it’s done.

Nick Taylor News / Athlon Sports / January 16

Nick Taylor Picks Up Right Where He Left Off at Sony Open

Some courses just fit your eye. For Nick Taylor, Waialae Country Club might as well have been designed specifically for him. The defending champion fired an 8-under 62 Thursday to share the first-round lead with Kevin Roy at the Sony Open in Hawaii, and he made it look almost routine.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 16

Minjee Lee, Grace Kim to miss Tournament of Champions

Major champions Minjee Lee and Grace Kim have opted against competing in the LPGA's season-opening Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, their agents confirmed to Golfweek.

Golf News / HITC / January 16

Inside LIV Golf’s reaction to Brian Rolapp’s PGA Tour Returning Member Program

This week, the PGA Tour did not just approve Brooks Koepka’s return; they also gave hope to three more LIV Golf players who could be joining him soon. It has only been a few weeks since Koepka left LIV Golf, and now he is already set to make his return to the PGA Tour at the Farmers Insurance Open, his first event since 2022.

Golf News / HITC / January 16

Will Zalatoris admits he found Rory McIlroy’s shot into Rae’s Creek at Augusta funny

Will Zalatoris Has Something To Say About Rory McIlroy’s Decision At The Masters When Rory McIlroy was getting set for his third shot into the 13th hole at last year’s Masters, it looked like he was finally on his way to a long-awaited win at Augusta National.

Nick Faldo News / BBC Sport / January 16

Faldo returns home after open-heart surgery

Sir Nick Faldo is returning home after having "successful" open-heart surgery, the six-time major winner's team says on social media.

Golf News / HITC / January 16

Tommy Fleetwood gives honest answer on Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy comparisons

Tommy Fleetwood has opened up about his targets for the 2026 season ahead of the Dubai Invitational. He is teeing it up in the DP World Tour event this week, with Rory McIlroy and several other top European players also in the field.

Phil Mickelson News / HITC / January 16

Inside the PGA and LIV Golf talks: What’s next after Mickelson’s revelation?

A recent revelation by Phil Mickelson about his reaction to being left out of initial plans for PGA Tour returning members has reignited conversations around ongoing talks between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.

Shane Lowry News / HITC / January 16

Shane Lowry raises eyebrows with Dubai Invitational comparison to Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Shane Lowry has put himself in a strong position at the Dubai Invitational, heading into the weekend level with Nacho Elvira on five-under-par. While speaking about this week’s DP World Tour event, Lowry shared some interesting thoughts on the PGA Tour’s AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.

Jordan Spieth News / HITC / January 16

Jordan Spieth offers glimpse into 2026 thinking after Sony Open opener

Watching Jordan Spieth’s career fade over the past decade has not been easy for golf fans. After breaking through in 2009 and matching Tiger Woods as a two-time US Amateur champion, Spieth drew early comparisons to Jack Nicklaus.

Scottie Scheffler News / HITC / January 16

Scottie Scheffler credits his PGA Championship win to one person behind the scenes

Scottie Scheffler put together an outstanding season in 2025 on the PGA Tour. He picked up six wins over the year, two of which were majors, making it one of his best stretches yet.

Golf News / HITC / January 16

Rory McIlroy shares bold view on Bryson DeChambeau staying with LIV Golf

LIV Golf might not be in immediate danger of folding, but losing Bryson DeChambeau when his contract runs out at the end of the year is a hit they cannot afford to take.

Golf News / HITC / January 16

How Shane Lowry and Sergio Garcia responded to Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour

Brooks Koepka’s move back to the PGA Tour from LIV Golf was surprisingly quick. It happened much faster than most would have expected. And now, Shane Lowry and Sergio Garcia have both shared their thoughts on the PGA Tour’s decision to let him return.

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Tiger Woods News / HITC / January 16

How many golf stars made the top 100 highest paid athletes list: Tiger Woods is outside the top 40

Six golfers make Sportico’s 2025 rich list, with Jon Rahm making the top 10 and Tiger Woods dropping outside the top 40. Golf’s financial rise hit new heights in 2025, with six players featured in Sportico’s annual list of the world’s 100 highest-paid athletes.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 15

Defending champ Nick Taylor tied for Sony Open lead

Nick Taylor began his title defense at the Sony Open in Hawaii with a stellar 8-under-par 62, and the Canadian finds himself tied for the first-round lead at the PGA Tour's season-opening tournament Thursday in Honolulu.

Golf News / Total Pro Sports / January 15

Rory McIlroy Sounds Off With Brutal Low-Blow After Brooks Koepka Leaves LIV Golf For The PGA Tour

Rory McIlroy has made it clear he has no love for LIV Golf. The Saudi-backed circuit showed up offering money to PGA Tour golfers, and took several in the process.

Rory McIlroy News / Athlon Sports / January 15

McIlroy’s Hot Start Cools in Dubai, But Lead Holds After Opening 66

Rory McIlroy looked ready to run away with the Dubai Invitational on Thursday. Then the back nine happened. The Northern Irishman blazed through his opening ten holes at Dubai Creek Resort, posting seven birdies against a single bogey to build a commanding three-shot lead.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 15

Wyndham Clark 'torn' on Brooks Koepka's return to PGA Tour

Wyndham Clark admitted to being "torn" about the return of fellow U.S. Open champion Brooks Koepka to the PGA Tour. Koepka announced last month he would part ways with LIV Golf despite a year remaining on his contract with the Saudi-backed league.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 14

Cam Smith's Ripper GC adds Elvis Smylie to all-Aussie team

Elvis Smylie has signed with the all-Australian Ripper GC for LIV Golf's 2026 season, the team announced on Wednesday. Smylie, 23, joins team captain Cam Smith, Marc Leishman and Lucas Herbert and is the replacement for Matt Jones.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 14

LIV Golf parts with Kevin Na as team rebranded to Korean Golf Club

Iron Heads GC is not only getting a new name but reportedly will have a revamped roster as two of its players are no longer with LIV Golf. Kevin Na, who

Dustin Johnson News / Yardbarker / January 15

Dustin Johnson descends deeper into irrelevance with LIV Golf decision

Days after Brooks Koepka announced he'll be returning to the PGA Tour, LIV Golf announced it has signed two-time major champion Dustin Johnson to a multiyear extension.

Report: Jon Rahm staying with LIV Golf despite PGA Tour path

Brooks Koepka potentially making big sacrifice in return to PGA Tour

Tigers Woods, back on course, helped shape Koepka's return

PGA Tour reinstates announcer, former LIV player Pat Perez

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Golf News / Field Level Media / January 14

Bryson DeChambeau: Majors, YouTube-only path 'incredibly viable option'

While many golfers are weighing the options between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour, Bryson DeChambeau believes he could find success eschewing both in favor of YouTube.

Golf News / Yardbarker / January 13

Four newcomers you need to know ahead of 2026 PGA Tour season

The 2026 PGA Tour season kicks off this week from the Sony Open in Hawaii at Waialae Country Club. We all know about the Scottie Schefflers and Rory McIlroys of the world, but what about the rookies ready to make a name for themselves?

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