Tiger Woods has opted out of the US Ryder Cup captaincy for 2027, a decision viewed as prioritizing his health and personal growth, with implications for the future of the tournament.
Golf's governing bodies USGA and R&A will implement mandatory distance-reducing golf balls for professional tournaments starting in 2028. The rollback affects only elite competition, while recreational golfers can continue using current high-performance balls indefinitely.
Alex Fitzpatrick captured his maiden DP World Tour title at the Indian Open, creating history alongside brother Matt as the first siblings to win in successive weeks on different tours. The 27-year-old overcame a four-shot deficit to defeat defending champion Eugenio Chacarra by two strokes in New Delhi.
PGA Tour veteran Sam Ryder withdrew from a Valspar Championship Monday qualifier after realizing he violated the new preferred lies rule. Though initially disappointed, Ryder later gained entry to the tournament and finished T64.
Lydia Ko fired a stunning 12-birdie 60 in the Ford Championship opening round, falling just short of LPGA's elusive 59. The New Zealand star's flawless performance at Whirlwind Golf Club matched one of the lowest rounds in tour history.
Scottie Scheffler continues to lead the World Golf Ranking, with Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood following. The rankings reflect performance through Feb. 23.
As LIV Golf waits for its Official World Golf Ranking approval, the OWGR announces new point allocations for shorter tournaments. Anticipation grows for the upcoming season.
The DP World Tour serves as Europe's top golf platform, showcasing global talent and thrilling competitions. Key events like the Race to Dubai highlight its rich heritage.