Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand targets her first major title at the LPGA Chevron Championship, while Australia’s Hannah Green rides a hot streak into the event.
With Rory McIlroy capturing his second consecutive Masters title, the golf world turns attention to the remaining three major championships of 2026. The PGA Championship, US Open, and Open Championship are scheduled across three historic venues from May through July.
Three-time Masters champion Phil Mickelson will miss next week's tournament due to ongoing family health issues, marking his first Augusta National absence since joining LIV Golf. The 55-year-old announced he'll remain out of competition for an extended period.
Jack Nicklaus tops the Masters wins record with six Green Jackets, while Dustin Johnson holds the tournament scoring record at 20-under par. Rory McIlroy's 2025 victory completed his career Grand Slam and added another iconic Augusta moment to tournament history.
Golf legend Tom Watson initially opposed golf ball rollbacks after witnessing Bryson DeChambeau's spectacular 370-yard drive at Bay Hill in 2021. However, the eight-time major champion has since reversed his position, now supporting distance reductions for the good of the game while advocating for unified equipment rules across all levels of play.
Tiger Woods has registered for the 2025 U.S. Senior Open at Scioto Country Club but hasn't committed to playing. The 15-time major champion could make his senior championship debut while continuing his recovery from recent injuries.
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.
The USGA has announced Oakmont Country Club and Shinnecock Hills Golf Club as host sites for upcoming U.S. Open championships. These historic venues will continue their long-standing relationship with America's national championship.