Rory McIlroy will bypass the Zurich Classic of New Orleans in April, leaving defending partner Shane Lowry to form a new alliance with five-time major champion Brooks Koepka. The Northern Irishman continues to streamline his PGA Tour schedule to focus on major championships and family time.
England's Paul Waring shot a bogey-free 63 to take a one-shot lead over Gary Woodland after the first round of the Houston Open. Both players are overcoming significant personal challenges, with Woodland recovering from brain surgery and PTSD struggles.
The 2026 Houston Open sees a dramatic odds shift with Scottie Scheffler's withdrawal, elevating defending champion Min Woo Lee as the new favorite. SportsLine's predictive model reveals surprising contenders and dark horses, including Nicolai Hojgaard, ahead of the PGA Tour event at Memorial Park.
The Houston Open 2026 kicks off at Memorial Park, with Brooks Koepka gaining traction after recent performances. Insight from SportsLine’s betting model highlights key prop bets.
Scottie Scheffler enters as the betting favorite at +460 for the 2026 Masters beginning April 9. Three players—Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, and Brooks Koepka—have the opportunity to complete the third leg of their career grand slam. Advanced computer modeling reveals surprising predictions for Augusta National's field.
Sungjae Im maintains his lead at 9-under heading into the weekend at the 2026 Valspar Championship. David Lipsky shot a bogey-free 65 to move within one stroke, while several players remain within striking distance including Doug Ghim and rookie Chandler Blanchet.
Sungjae Im holds a one-shot lead entering the weekend at the 2026 Valspar Championship at 9-under par. David Lipsky trails by one after a bogey-free 65, while rookie Chandler Blanchet and Doug Ghim sit two shots back at 7-under.
LIV Golf players continue to fall dramatically in the Official World Golf Rankings after the circuit was denied ranking points. Former world No. 2 Cameron Smith has dropped to 203rd, while other defectors face similar steep declines without access to ranking points.
LIV Golf League welcomes Thomas Detry alongside significant changes, enhancing its competitive appeal just ahead of the 2026 season. The notable increases in prize money and team reconfigurations mark an exciting evolution for the league.
Tiger Woods views Brooks Koepka's reinstatement to the PGA Tour as beneficial for the sport. Koepka's decision to return is seen as a victory for fans and players alike.
Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA Tour signifies a pivotal moment in golf, involving substantial penalties after his exit from LIV Golf. This new arrangement opens potential pathways for other players as well.
Brooks Koepka's career in the LIV Golf League saw him rise to success while navigating turmoil. His major win solidified LIV's place in the golf world.