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Padraig Harrington carded four birdies on the front nine and finished with a 5-under 67 to take a one-shot lead after two rounds of the Dick's Open on Saturday in Endicott, N.Y.

Golf News / Athlon Sports / June 11

John Daly Suggests Fixing This Before Getting Fitted for New Clubs

John Daly has long-been revered as one of the bad boys of golf — although, really, he might actually be a saint compared to other big-name players at this point.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / May 14

From Ninth Alternate to PGA Champion: John Daly’s Wild 1991 Cinderella Story

Fairytales do exist in golf, and John Daly’s 1991 PGA Championship win is one of the prime examples. From ninth alternate to lifting the Wanamaker Trophy, Daly’s story never gets old.

Golf News / Total Pro Sports / April 14

John Daly Goes Off On Tiger Woods’ Agent Amid DUI Charges

John Daly didn’t mince words when addressing Tiger Woods’ agent, whom he believes has done the legendary golfer wrong. Woods starred in another car crash at the end of March, The 50-year-old flew oversize to get help following another arrest for driving under the influence.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / April 5

John Daly Found a Rule Loophole and Brought 25-Year-Old Wedges Back: Golf Archives

It was January 2010, and John Daly was standing on the first tee at the Sony Open in Hawaii. He pulls a wedge from his bag, and it’s older than half the caddies on Tour.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / March 30

Inside John Daly’s RV Where He Sleeps Even When He’s Home: PGA Tour Pro’s Unique Lifestyle Explored

John Daly’s lifestyle is as unconventional as his golf swing. He prefers to live out of his truck rather than pulling into a fancy mansion. Most of Daly’s peers in the sporting world enjoy lavish houses.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish News / Notre Dame Fighting Irish on SI / March 25

Notre Dame’s New Logo Sparks Reaction from Golf Icon

Notre Dame continued its release of new sport-specific logos this academic year and Wednesday's new one might just be the best yet. The golf team revealed it's new leprechaun logo and the leprechaun going full John Daly as it "grips it and rips it" is outstanding.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / March 24

Golf World Reacts After John Daly Slips and Falls Mid-Shot in Chaotic Moment

John Daly is making headlines again for a hilarious reaction to his own mishap. The two-time major champion posted a video to his Instagram showing him take a massive tumble down a desert sandbank mid-shot, and the golf world is loving it.

Golf News / HITC / March 21

Jack Nicklaus once shared his honest opinion of John Daly as a golfer

John Daly has been very much a divisive figure amongst his fellow professional golfers throughout his career. With that in mind, it is interesting to take a look back at what the greatest of all time, Jack Nicklaus, once said about the mercurial, long-hitting Daly.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / March 6

'Going to Go to the Beach': John Daly’s Son Gives Classic Daly Answer at His PGA Tour Debut

It seems like John Daly II has inherited his father’s laid-back attitude after a good round of golf. After finishing at T21 with a score of two-under 70 at the 2026 Puerto Rico Open (his PGA Tour debut), Daly was asked if there was anything he was going to work on to keep the momentum going for the upcoming rounds.

Golf News / DailyClubGolf / February 28

John Daly II Among Young Names Starting Fresh in Puerto Rico

John Daly’s famous name is back on the PGA Tour. His son, John Daly II, is set to make his debut at the Puerto Rico Open. Daly II got entry to the Grand Reserve Golf Club through a sponsor exemption.

Golf News / Field Level Media / December 26

John Daly expresses interest in Ryder Cup role

Two-time major winner John Daly has an idea to correct the biggest regret of his golf career: United States captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup. Daly said he would like to be a part of the U.S.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / October 9

John Daly II’s Staggering Rise Continues After His U.S. Amateur Run Ended on a Bitter Note

John Daly II stands at 61 today, while Mason Howell is at 130 in the World Golf Amateur Rankings. Looking at the numbers, it would be hard to believe that Howell was the one who cut short Daly II’s US Amateur Championship run.

Golf News / EssentiallySports / September 24

John Daly’s Son Records Major Feat Days After Heartbreak at U.S. Amateur Championship

Until his battle against Mason Howell, John Daly II looked like he was on the path to getting a big win on the amateur circuit. But his dream to capture the 2025 U.S.

Golf News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13, 2025

John Daly sets record with worst hole imaginable

John Daly is no stranger to the PGA record books, but there are some marks he’d undoubtedly like to have back.

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Golf News / Athlon Sports / May 9, 2025

John Daly Shares Troubling Health Update After Skipping PGA Championship

There hasn’t been a professional golfer quite like John Daly on the PGA Tour. Now 59, Daly has made it clear he’s determined to continue his career on the senior PGA Tour Champions circuit this year—despite revealing some troubling personal news ahead of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, the second major of the season.

Golf News / Field Level Media / May 7, 2025

John Daly skipping PGA Championship for Champions major

John Daly is skipping the PGA Championship at the Quail Hill Club in Charlotte, N.C., instead choosing to play in the PGA Tour Champions' first major of the season.

Golf News / Field Level Media / March 21, 2025

John Daly on recovery from surgery: 'It's been a little brutal'

Legendary golf personality John Daly shared an update on his health over social media, approximately two months removed from undergoing emergency surgery for a hand injury.

Golf News / The Spun / February 25, 2025

John Daly issues warning to golfers who work out too much

Daly is also a throwback to the golfers of a bygone era.

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Golf News / The Morning Read / November 18, 2024

John Daly's Claret Jug sold at auction

The most recent sale of a replica jug came on Sunday.

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Golf News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2, 2024

The perfect actor is set to play John Daly in TV series

Iconic golfer John Daly is set to be immortalized on the small screen soon. The actor slated to play Daly appears to be a hand-in-glove fit.

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Golf News / 5 GOATs / February 18, 2024

John Daly explains reason for Champions Chubb Classic withdrawal

It’s pretty remarkable that John Daly is still playing golf, considering all of the medical ailments he’s had to deal with over the years. He was playing in the Chubb Classic on the Champions Tour this weekend, when he unfortunately had to withdraw in the second round.

Golf News / Yardbarker / April 17, 2023

John Daly and David Duval are huge long shots at PGA Zurich

The PGA Tour adds another dose of team play to its agenda with the 2023 Zurich Classic of New Orleans this weekend and there's an intriguing pair that will draw some attention from fans, if not from sportsbooks.

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