As a junior golfer, I was scared of playing too well in men’s competitions
I will never forget the feeling of standing over a birdie putt,
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McIlroy warns tours have ‘decisions to make’ as LIV Golf exodus edges closer
‘I would predict that you’ll see some guys leave’ LIV bankruptcy will invalidate deals with players Rory McIlroy believes traditional tours will soon have “decisions to make” as a player exodus from LIV Golf edges closer. LIV filing for bankruptcy…
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'It's going to be different': Rory McIlroy reacts to President Trump's likely Irish Open visit
President Donald Trump is expected to attend the 2026 Irish Open, and on Wednesday Rory McIlroy shared his opinion on Trump's visit.
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Show me the money! How much has each LIV player made since signing up?
Money. Money. Money. It’s all everyone has been talking about since LIV
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What next for LIV Golf? Timeline from big beginnings to uncertain future
The LIV Golf League 2026 season is over with its long-term future unclear, having been a dominant discussion point during a turbulent few years for men’s professional golf.
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LIV Golf files for bankruptcy: What we know
LIV Golf filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Tuesday, confirming what was long-rumored: it owes a lot of money and plans to restructure.
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'False' Charley Hull story shut down by her Solheim Cup captains
Charley Hull's Solheim Cup captains cleared up the reason for her late arrival to a Tuesday-morning practice round in the Netherlands.
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LIV Golf files for bankruptcy protection as it looks to ‘begin the next chapter’
Saudi investors stopped backing LIV this year Rahm, DeChambeau and Smith among the creditors LIV Golf, the breakaway tour that spent billions of dollars luring top players away from the PGA and triggered bitter divisions within the sport, has file…
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LIV files for bankruptcy protection with over $45m owed to players
LIV Golf has filed for bankruptcy protection with at least $45m (£33m) owed to players, who will now have the option to leave.
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The winningest iron shaft on the PGA Tour should surprise no one
True Temper's Dynamic Gold iron shaft once again led the PGA Tour in victories in 2026. Another of its models also excelled.
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Solheim Cup vice-captain denies Charley Hull’s late arrival due to ‘drinks’
Teetotal Hull teed off alone in practice Briton in Women’s Open controversy in August Charley Hull has, unsurprisingly, been involved in a colourful start to Solheim Cup week. After arriving late for her Tuesday practice tee time in the Netherland…
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'Time will tell': Jon Rahm offers blunt answers on LIV-PGA Tour future
Will Jon Rahm stick with LIV Golf in 2027 or return to the PGA Tour? At the Irish Open, Rahm provided answers that only raised more questions.
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Rules Guy: I made an ace — with my playing partner's club! Is it legal?
If you make a hole-in-one with another player's club, does it count? Rules Guy has the answer — and it might surprise you.
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Irish Open will feel 'different' with Trump visit
Rory McIlroy admits this year's Irish Open will feel like a "different" spectacle given US President Donald Trump's anticipated visit during the tournament.
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The basics of solid contact on a pitch shot, explained by a top teacher
GOLF Top 100 Teacher explains the most basic fundamentals for hitting a solid pitch shot around the greens.
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I played with Jack Nicklaus at his peak – this is what impressed me most
Clive Clark played alongside some of the greatest golfers of all time.
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As Cabot Revelstoke nears completion, excitement comes with the territory
Sometimes the pursuit of exquisite golf means crossing oceans, although for Cabot Revelstoke it’s just a border away.
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Golf Giveaways: Win a Pair of Abacus Gullane Mittens
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