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26th March 2026
LIV sued by distillery for trademark infringement
A Long Island-based distillery sued LIV Golf in federal court on Monday, alleging the golf league's use of "LIV" branding for alcoholic beverages and apparel infringes on its registered trademark.
25th March 2026
L.A. spoils Tiger's return, cruises to TGL title
Tiger Woods competed for the first time in more than a year and that wasn't nearly enough to stop Los Angeles Golf Club, which made three straight eagles to close out a 9-2 victory in the TGL finals Tuesday night to capture the SoFi Cup.
Morikawa targeting return at Valero Texas Open
Collin Morikawa told ESPN's Marty Smith that his recovery from a back issue that forced him to withdraw from the Players Championship continues to go well and he is targeting a return at next week's Valero Texas Open.
Masters’ cut-throat week explained... and why Aussie is pulling Hail Mary on feared beast
Golfers stuck on the outside looking in have one last chance to make their Augusta dream come true this week.
Pals gift 'special' trophy to Rose after auction find
Friends of Justin Rose noticed the trophy from the 2002 British Masters at auction and bought it for him, as it holds special meaning as "one of my most special wins.".
With baby coming, Scheffler exits Houston Open
Scottie Scheffler withdrew from the Houston Open on Tuesday, a tournament that was always questionable for him to play because his wife is expecting their second child.
Texas Children's Houston Open 2026: How to watch on ESPN
The PGA Tour heads to the Lone Star State this week for the Texas Children's Houston Open. Here's how to watch.
24th March 2026
Tiger to return with Jupiter's TGL season on line
Tiger Woods told ESPN that he will play in Match 2 of the best-of-three TGL finals, a decision he publicized after Jupiter Links lost a 6-5 nail-biter to Los Angeles in the opener Monday night in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
TGL championship highlights: Los Angeles GC comes back, beats Jupiter Links 6-5
Los Angeles Golf Club beat Jupiter Links Golf Club 6-5 in the first match of the 2026 TGL championship.
Tiger reveals blockbuster golf return as Masters dream grows ahead of key deadline
Tiger Woods is making his return to playing golf in front of a live crowd for the first time in more than a year.
TGL playoffs: What to watch in the championship matchup
Who will take home the TGL's SoFi Cup in Year 2? It's Los Angeles Golf Club vs. Jupiter Links GC for the championship (9 p.m. ET, ESPN2).
23rd March 2026
H. Kim edges Korda for wire-to-wire Founders win
Hyo Joo Kim held off Nelly Korda on Sunday at Sharon Heights to complete a wire-to-wire victory in the Fortinet Founders Cup.
Alker repeats at Cologuard, wins in 100th start
Steven Alker won the Cologuard Classic with a birdie on the first hole of a playoff for the second straight year, beating Padraig Harrington with a 4-footer Sunday in mid-90 degree heat.
Fitzpatrick rebounds from Players, takes Valspar
Matt Fitzpatrick birdied the 18th hole from just inside 15 feet to cap a 3-under 68 and win the Valspar Championship by one shot over David Lipsky.
Golf pro who saved career with miracle shot pulls off ‘unbelievable’ redemption in wild scenes
Last year Jordan Gumberg remarkably holed out for eagle on the final hole of his season just to keep his DP World Tour card.
PGA star vents anger at ‘glacial’ rival as ‘really frustrating’ issue overshadows epic comeback
Matt Fitzpatrick was left frustrated by his playing partner’s pace of play as he won the Valspar Championship at Innisbrook Resort in Florida on Monday morning AEDT.
Gumberg wins Hainan Classic for 2nd Euro title
Jordan Gumberg got up-and-down for par on the final hole Sunday for a 2-under 70 to hold off Jorge Campillo of Spain and win the Hainan Classic.
DeChambeau wins again, beats Rahm in playoff
Bryson DeChambeau won for the second straight week by saving par on the final hole for a 6-under 65 and blistering a 3-wood from a wet lie in the rough on the par-5 18th in a playoff to set up birdie and defeat Jon Rahm at LIV Golf South Africa on Sunday.
22nd March 2026
Aussie golf star makes incredible history as WPGA Championship her third title in a row
Hannah Green has etched her name into Australian golf history as she capped off a stunning four days to claim the Karrie Webb Cup at the Australian WPGA Championship on the Gold Coast.
Hyo Joo Kim shoots 66, leads Founders Cup by 5
Hyo Joo Kim played the first six holes in 6 under before stalling Saturday at tree-lined Sharon Heights, leaving her with a five-stroke lead over Nelly Korda with a round left in the Fortinet Founders Cup.
Im takes lead into Valspar finale; Snedeker 2 back
Sungjae Im was in position for a wire-to-wire victory in the Valspar Championship at Innisbrook after a slow start in his return from a wrist injury.
‘Scary stuff’: Ex-LIV star rushes to help after little girl hit by golf cart at PGA event
A little girl was reportedly hit by a golf cart, and then was stuck underneath the cut, in what was described as a “very scary moment” during the third round of the PGA Tour’s Valspar Championship.
21st March 2026
‘I want my hands on this trophy’: Aussie Hannah Green one step closer to rare golfing double
Fresh off back-to-back wins, Hannah Green entered this weekend’s Australian WPGA Championship under plenty of pressure.
Hyo Joo Kim doubles lead to 4 at Founders Cup
Hyo Joo Kim doubled her lead to four strokes Friday in the Fortinet Founders Cup, capping a late afternoon rally with a 6-foot birdie putt on the par-3 eighth.
Im takes one-shot Valspar lead into weekend
Sungjae Im held onto the lead Friday afternoon in the Valspar Championship, rallying on the back nine to edge ahead of David Lipsky in firm and fast conditions on the Copperhead course at Innisbrook.
Transgender woman files lawsuit vs. USGA, LPGA
A transgender woman seeking to compete in women's USGA events filed a lawsuit claiming that a policy change adopted in 2024 unlawfully barred her from participating in a U.S. Women's Open qualifier last year.
20th March 2026
H.J. Kim eagles 18th, leads Founders Cup by 2
Hyo Joo Kim fired an opening-round 63, including an eagle on the par-5 18th hole, and has a two-shot lead in the Fortinet Founders Cup.
Im leads, Snedeker surprises as Valspar begins
Sungjae Im had a 7-under 64 for a one-shot lead over Brandt Snedeker on Thursday at Innisbrook.
19th March 2026
$2,500 wines and crazy Augusta move to nail favourite dish: Wild details in McIlroy’s Masters menu
Rory McIlroy has revealed his much-anticipated Masters menu, while opening up on his recovery from a back injury as he prepares to defend his Augusta National triumph in three weeks’ time.
Rory spares no expense with Masters dinner menu
Rory McIlroy hosts this year's Champions Dinner at the Masters, with his menu including wagyu filet mignon, seared salmon, glazed carrots and Vidalia onion rings.
How does Rory McIlroy's Champions Dinner menu compare to those from years past?
From sushi and wagyu beef to chicken and macaroni and cheese, the Masters Champions Dinner has had a pretty diverse menu. Here's Rory McIlroy's selection and more from dinners past.
How to watch 2026 PGA Valspar Championship on ESPN
It's time for the 2026 Valspar Championship! Here's how to catch the PGA action on the ESPN App.
18th March 2026
Tiger 'working,' but Masters status still unclear
Tiger Woods remained mum on his playing status for next month's Masters, telling reporters after the TGL semifinals that his health continues to be up and down.
TGL semifinals highlights: Los Angeles, Jupiter Links advance to finals
The 2026 TGL playoffs kicked off on Tuesday night, with matches between Los Angeles Golf Club and Atlanta Drive Golf Club, and Boston Common Golf and Jupiter Links Golf Club.
Morikawa: Back improving, should be healed soon
Collin Morikawa, a surprise withdrawal during the Players Championship last week, said his back is improving and expects to be at full strength soon.
Daly finds new home for Masters meet-and-greet
After selling his wares and holding court at Hooters during the Masters for the past 28 years, John Daly will be moving to Topgolf Augusta.
S.H. Kim faces S. Korea return after Texas Open
With mandatory military service, S.H. Kim faces a return to South Korea after the Texas Open, even if he qualifies for the Masters.
TGL playoffs: What to watch in the semifinals
Atlanta Drive GC takes on Los Angeles Golf Club in the first match, followed by Boston Common against Jupiter Links Golf Club.
A pair of holes-in-one lead the best moments from 2026 TGL season
Neal Shipley and Tom Kim recorded the only holes-in-one in TGL history to top the best moments of the 2026 regular season.
17th March 2026
How to watch the 2026 TGL playoffs, championship on ESPN
The best-of-three finals will begin on March 23 on ESPN2.
Winners and losers from the 2026 Players Championship
From Cameron Young to Rory McIlroy, here's a look back at who performed well and who didn't in the Players Championship.
16th March 2026
After Players slump, McIlroy ponders Masters prep
Rory McIlroy will weigh up whether to play another event prior to his Masters title defence next month after an underwhelming outing at the Players Championship.
Young birdies 17, wins Players on Fitzpatrick miss
Cameron Young made a tying 9½-foot putt for birdie on 17 and then won the Players Championship on 18 after Matt Fitzpatrick missed an 8-foot par putt.
Yellamaraju opens eyes with breakout at Players
Rookie Sudarshan Yellamaraju posted a 4-under 68 in the final round Sunday at the Players Championship, finishing tied for 5th -- his best showing on the PGA Tour.
Incredible come-from-behind victory stuns as rival’s collapse, all-time choke rocks Players in $6.5m swing
Cameron Young’s clutch closing stretch delivered the American his first Players Championship title following a tense battle with Matt Fitzpatrick at TPC Sawgrass.
DeChambeau wins playoff as foe misses 2-footer
Bryson DeChambeau hit his drive into the water and still won the playoff with a par at LIV Golf Singapore after Richard T. Lee of Canada missed a 2-foot putt.
15th March 2026
Aussie star breaks 12-year drought in clutch finish as young gun shatters course record
Hannah Green has broken Australia’s 12-year drought, winning the women’s Australian Open by one shot at Kooyonga Golf Club in Adelaide.
Aberg eagles 11th, builds 3-shot lead at Players
Ludvig Aberg started with a two-shot lead and now leads by three going into the final round at The Players Championship.
Players Championship rocked as two people dead in fatal shooting; Aberg stretches lead
A fatal shooting that left two people dead prompted tournament organisers to delay the entry of fans at the Players Championship ahead of the third round on Saturday.
Scheffler goes bogey free, feels fine with form
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler turned things around in the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass on Saturday, carding a bogey-free 5-under 67.
Manhunt delays opening of fan gates at Players
A man shot and killed two people in a drugstore parking lot near the TPC Sawgrass and then escaped by going onto the course, leading the Players Championship to delay opening fan gates as a precaution before the third round, authorities said.
14th March 2026
2026 Players Championship: Looking ahead to the weekend at TPC Sawgrass
We're halfway through the Players Championship with Ludvig Aberg holding the lead. Here's what we're watching for the rest of the way.
Aberg holds 2-shot TPC lead; Scheffler avoids cut
Ludvig Aberg shot a 9-under 63 to hold a two-shot lead in the Players Championship while Scottie Scheffler narrowly made the cut.
McIlroy says back improving, 'happy' to make cut
Rory McIlroy wasn't sure he could play in the Players Championship because of back spasms. Now he's happy to get to play for two more days.
Scheffler and McIlroy narrowly avoid disaster; leader just misses course record — Wrap
Ludvig Aberg fired a nine-under par 63, one off the course record, to seize a two-stroke lead after Friday’s second round of the PGA Players Championship.
13th March 2026
Straka tied for TPC lead as 1st round suspended
Sepp Straka saved par seven times, chipped in for eagle late in his round and carded a 5-under 67 at the Players Championship, which was suspended due to darkness.
'Rusty' Rory struggles at Sawgrass, but back OK
Rory McIlroy said rustiness, and not his back, was the bigger issue Thursday as he shot 2-over 74 in the first round of the Players Championship.
‘Stop it!’: Drama as US star quits after ONE hole; brutal choke stuns as Aussies in Players hunt
Adam Scott’s near ace at the iconic island green par 3 17th stunned but fellow past champion Jason Day is leading the Australian charge following the first round of The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass.
Morikawa WDs from Players with back injury
Collin Morikawa withdrew from the Players Championship early Thursday morning with a back injury.
Fox out of Players, has surgery for kidney stones
Ryan Fox of New Zealand withdrew from the Players Championship on Thursday, later saying he had surgery for kidney stones.
12th March 2026
Inside new PGA Tour chief’s schedule overhaul... and the $450m question that lingers
Hopes of peace on the links in the near future and greater alignment between the world’s golf tours appear unlikely based on the focus of newly-installed PGA Tour chief executive Brian Rolapp.
‘No name’ to legend: Players truth behind hilarious Scott tale; inside Rory’s race against the clock — Talking Pts
The Players Championship has arrived and there is no shortage of drama before the first tee shot is struck at TPC Sawgrass.
PGA jewel is Aussie paradise that reveals kings. After heartbreak, the next is ready to be crowned
Min Woo Lee had the audience cooking in Florida this week as he revealed a wild tale involving a dog called Aussie, a rental home, some spicy special grass and a bemused veterinarian.
'Blank sheet of paper': Brian Rolapp is trying to give the PGA Tour a makeover
More events in big cities. More consistent fields. The details might evolve, but the goal is clear: to turn the PGA Tour into a more competitive and compelling entity.
Rory: Back better, but Players status remains iffy
Rory McIlroy said Wednesday he was a game-time decision for the Players Championship as he deals with a back issue but added "all indications are pointing in the right direction" for him to play Thursday.
Scheffler overwhelming betting favorite at Players
Scottie Scheffler is once again the favorite to capture his third career title at The Players Championship, but this time, it's by enormous proportions.
Inside golf’s obsession with ‘fifth major’... and $35m Aussie answer to ‘money-driven agenda’
How The Players Championship fits into golf’s calendar sparks an annual debate, and now the players themselves have had their say.
Inside Aussie gun’s resurgence... and why key lesson, caddie shock could end 12-year drought
Hannah Green has spent the early stages of 2026 finding a good balance and it is a healthy habit the champion golfer is hopeful will lead her to Australian Open glory this week in Adelaide.
Rolapp envisions ambitious changes for PGA Tour
CEO Brian Rolapp outlined a bold future for the PGA Tour on Wednesday, listing the possibility of relegation, a revamped schedule and match play in the playoffs among the changes being considered.
How to bet The Players Championship: Six golfers that stand out and two to avoid
All of the traits bettors should be looking for in this week's event at TPC Sawgrass, and the best bets to make.
11th March 2026
Genius who turned ugly $1 swamp into legend... and accident that sparked its ‘diabolical’ icon
Back when Jack Nicklaus was in his heyday and Greg Norman was circling like a shark, there was a common cuss among professionals cursed by a Pete Dye designed golf course.
2026 Players Championship: Can Brooks Koepka contend? Who are some sleeper picks?
From Scottie Scheffler's attempt at a third Players title to how the course is set up to play, we have five big topics to keep an eye on this week.
Our biggest stars are headlining a six-year Aussie golf first. A legend says it’s time the US took notice
Australian golf legend Karrie Webb hopes the upcoming Australian Open and WPGA Championship will grow to become such a drawcard on the golfing calendar, it’ll even have the LPGA reassessing their schedule.
Scheffler: Recent results not a concern to me
Ahead of this week's Players Championship, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler said he isn't worried about his game and doesn't think anyone else should be, either.
How to watch 2026 PGA Players Championship on ESPN App
Can Rory McIlroy win a second consecutive Players Championship? Here's how to watch the action on the ESPN App.
Rose urges Rahm to pay fine, play in '27 Ryder
Justin Rose, who helped Europe capture the 2025 Ryder Cup title, is urging Jon Rahm to pay $3M in fines by the DP World Tour and play in the 2027 competition in Ireland.
Koepka wants 'consistency' in his game at Players
Books Koepka, who will be making just his fourth start in his return to the PGA Tour, is hoping his game shows "more consistency" this week at the Players Championship.
10th March 2026
Golfer Woodland opens up about PTSD diagnosis
Gary Woodland said Monday he has been battling post-traumatic stress disorder in the wake of his 2023 brain surgery, telling Golf Channel in an emotional interview that he "can't waste energy" trying to hide it anymore.
Blockbuster groups revealed as McIlroy text sparks concern — Players Champ Tee Times
The tee times for the 2026 Players Championship have been revealed, headlined by some blockbuster groups for the annual PGA Tour event at TPC Sawgrass.
Back spasms delay Rory's TPC Sawgrass arrival
Defending Players champion Rory McIlroy is delaying his arrival to TPC Sawgrass until Wednesday after he withdrew from the Arnold Palmer Invitational Saturday with back spasms.
2026 Players Championship: Ranking the top 25 players in the field
We run through the top contenders among the 123-man field to win the PGA Tour's flagship event at TPC Sawgrass.
9th March 2026
Bhatia chases down Berger, wins API in playoff
Akshay Bhatia outlasted Daniel Berger with a par on the first playoff hole to win the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Sunday.
Castillo wins in Puerto Rico; Brown, 18, falters
Ricky Castillo made back-to-back birdies right after 18-year-old Blades Brown came undone with one bad hole, closing with a 5-under 67 to win the Puerto Rico Open for his first PGA Tour title.
‘Wild’ $5.7m comeback stuns PGA after brutal playoff blunder as ugly golf issue sparks unusual scenes
Akshay Bhatia produced a dazzling charge down the stretch to reel in Daniel Berger before snatching victory in a playoff at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Florida on Sunday.
Z. Johnson wins in PGA Tour Champions debut
Zach Johnson won in his PGA Tour Champions debut, closing with a 3-under 69 for a four-shot victory in the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational on Sunday.
Bradbury wins Joburg Open, ends Jarvis streak
Dan Bradbury of England hit the perfect chip at just the right time, saving par on the final hole Sunday for a 5-under 65 and a one-shot victory in the Joburg Open.
Bhatia trims Berger's Bay Hill lead down to one
Akshay Bhatia waited just long enough for his putt to take a final turn and drop for birdie Sunday morning, allowing him to cut Daniel Berger's lead to one shot in the rain-delayed Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill.
Rahm calls LIV win 'weight off my shoulders'
Jon Rahm won the LIV Golf Hong Kong event for his first individual title since 2024.
Lee ends 8-year LPGA drought with Blue Bay win
Mi Hyang Lee threw away her lead with two double bogeys on the front nine then delivered a winner on the final hole with a lob wedge that hit the pin and set up a tap-in birdie for victory in the Blue Bay LPGA by one shot.
8th March 2026
Worrying injury scare for McIlroy ahead of title defence as Aussie on the charge
Rory McIlroy withdrew before the third round of the PGA Tour’s Arnold Palmer Invitational in Florida on Saturday, citing a lower back problem.
Berger in lead as rain takes teeth out of Bay Hill
- Daniel Berger stopped making as many birdies even after a rain delay took some of the bite out of Bay Hill on Saturday. He still had a two-shot lead in the Arnold Palmer Invitational when darkness kept the third round from finishing.
Castillo holds lead in P.R.; teen Brown giving chase
Ricky Castillo has a one-shot lead in the Puerto Rico open and is being chased on the leaderboard by 18-year-old Blades Brown and John Daly II.
Rory withdraws from Bay Hill with back spasms
Rory McIlroy withdrew from the third round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Saturday when he felt muscle spasms in his back that were not going away.
Detry shares LIV lead with Rahm after travel assist
Thomas Detry was among eight players from LIV Golf stuck in the Middle East amid the Israeli-U.S. attacks on Iran. Jon Rahm arranged a flight to get them to Hong Kong for the LIV event. Now Detry and Rahm are tied for the lead going into the final round.
Lee navigates wild round to lead LPGA in China
Mi Hyang Lee made only five pars in a wild and windy third round at the Blue Bay LPGA that ended with a 1-under 71, good enough to seize control with a three-shot lead.
7th March 2026
Blanchet widens Puerto Rico lead; Daly Jr. in mix
Chandler Blanchet took a four-shot lead in the Puerto Rico Open, matching the tournament record for largest lead through 36 holes, while John Daly Jr. played bogey-free and was six shots out of the lead.
Berger tames U.S. Open-like Bay Hill, leads by 5
Daniel Berger fired a 4-under 68 that gave him a five-shot lead entering the weekend at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
World No.1 loses his cool in rare blow-up as Aussie’s brutal putting collapse stuns - Wrap
A back nine collapse ruined Adam Scott’s day as Daniel Berger opened up a substantial lead in the second round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Florida’s challenging Bay Hill course.
Lee leads in China looking to end 8-year drought
Mi Hyang Lee played bogey-free in windy conditions and posted a 6-under 66, giving her a one-shot lead in the Blue Bay LPGA going into the weekend as she chases her first LPGA title in more than eight years.