The USGA has announced Oakmont Country Club will host its record 10th U.S. Open in 2025, while Shinnecock Hills Golf Club returns for the 2026 championship. Both venues have rich histories of producing memorable major championship moments.
The USGA issued a detailed statement acknowledging regret over the timing of their ball movement ruling that affected Dustin Johnson during his 2016 U.S. Open victory at Oakmont. Officials defended their decision while admitting the process created unnecessary uncertainty.
Scott McCarron has accused several golfers, including Phil Mickelson, of cheating by using old clubs. However, the rules permit these clubs, sparking debate about fairness in golf.
The USGA and Pebble Beach Company announced a historic partnership making the iconic Monterey Peninsula venue the third anchor site alongside Oakmont and Pine Valley. The agreement includes four U.S. Opens and four U.S. Women's Opens over 25 years, emphasizing gender parity in championship golf.
Takomo is providing free replacements for its Ignis D1 driver after discovering conformity issues with R&A and USGA standards. The company will ship new conforming versions to affected customers this summer.
A golfer's tee shot struck a robot lawnmower and deflected out of bounds, raising questions about outside influences and penalties. The Rules of Golf provide clear guidance on this unusual but increasingly common scenario.
Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley strongly supports the proposed golf ball rollback to reduce elite player distances by 15-20 yards, while the PGA Tour and manufacturers push for delays until 2030. The divide threatens golf's traditional rule uniformity across major championships.
Desirae Larson, a talented 12-year-old golfer from Kearney, earned a commendable tie for third place at the prestigious Drive, Chip and Putt finals at Augusta National.
Three Masters champions voiced strong support for rolling back golf ball distance after their ceremonial tee shots Thursday. Gary Player called the distance issue a 'tragedy' and advocated for a 60-yard rollback in professional golf.
Three Masters champions Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, and Tom Watson voiced strong support for rolling back golf ball distance at Augusta National. Player called the current driving distance issue a "tragedy" and advocated for a 60-yard reduction in the professional game.
Bryson DeChambeau plans to use a self-made 3D-printed 5-iron at the Masters, marking his latest unconventional approach to conquering Augusta National. The LIV Golf captain has evolved from his aggressive early strategy to more conservative play in recent years, achieving consecutive top-10 finishes.
Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley voiced strong support for governing bodies' efforts to reduce elite driving distances, calling it essential for golf's integrity. Ridley emphasized that failure is not an option and noted amateur Jackson Herrington is already carrying drives 325 yards over fairway bunkers during Masters practice rounds.