The 2026 Masters field is set with Scottie Scheffler as the +480 favorite, while defending champion Rory McIlroy seeks back-to-back victories at +1000. A proven computer model that correctly predicted four consecutive Masters winners reveals surprising projections for Augusta National.
LIV Golf players continue to fall in the Official World Golf Rankings as the breakaway series remains without accreditation for ranking points. The decline threatens players' eligibility for major championships, which typically require top-50 world ranking status for automatic qualification.
Justin Rose suggests Jon Rahm's 2027 Ryder Cup participation remains possible despite tensions with the DP World Tour. The English star acknowledges the need for compromise but believes a path exists for Rahm to represent Europe in Ireland.
The 2026 Masters presents golf's most unpredictable championship in years with no clear favorite emerging. Recent winners like Scheffler and McIlroy face challenges while young stars and LIV golfers add intrigue to a stacked field at Augusta National.
For the first time in years, the Masters lacks an obvious frontrunner as the tournament approaches. Unlike recent years where dominant early-season performers like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler telegraphed their Augusta success, 2026 presents a wide-open field with multiple contenders but no clear favorite.
Bryson DeChambeau claimed his second consecutive LIV Golf victory by defeating Jon Rahm in a dramatic playoff at LIV Golf South Africa. The American's clutch 3-wood from a muddy lie set up the winning birdie in Midrand.
Bryson DeChambeau secured his fifth LIV Golf title with a dramatic playoff victory over Jon Rahm at The Club at Steyn City in South Africa. The American earned $4 million from the $20 million purse after both players finished regulation at 26-under par.
Bryson DeChambeau captured his second consecutive LIV Golf individual title via playoff while leading Crushers GC to a record ninth team championship at Steyn City. The tournament drew over 100,000 spectators and will return in 2027 after overwhelming success in South Africa.
In a thrilling finish at LIV Golf South Africa, Bryson DeChambeau triumphed over Jon Rahm in a playoff after both players finished at 26-under. This win marked DeChambeau's fifth overall title in the LIV series.
Matt Fitzpatrick bounced back from his Players Championship disappointment with a dramatic one-shot victory at the Valspar Championship. Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau secured his second consecutive LIV Golf win in a playoff against Jon Rahm in South Africa.
Bryson DeChambeau secured his second consecutive LIV Golf victory by defeating Jon Rahm in a playoff in Midrand, South Africa. With this win, DeChambeau showcased his skills ahead of the Masters.
Jon Rahm has withdrawn his appeal against the DP World Tour and refuses to pay over $3 million in fines for playing LIV Golf events. His stance effectively rules him out of the 2027 Ryder Cup unless he settles his debt and agrees to play six DP World Tour tournaments.