Fresh off an Olympic gold medal victory in Paris, Ko claimed the title of British Golf Open champion earlier this week. Her Olympic win secured her a place in the LPGA Hall of Fame, and with these combined achievements, she has now risen to number three in the latest world golf rankings. Speaking to RNZ’s…
The 2024 Tour Championship, the final event of the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup playoffs, kicks off on Thursday at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta. While postseason excitement is typically linked to the NFL playoffs, October baseball, or the College Football Playoff, golf also has its version, which has been in place since 2007. This…
**The 2024 Tour Championship: A Record-Breaking Prize Fund and the Fight for Golf’s Richest Payday** The 2024 Tour Championship may not be the most prestigious event on the golf calendar, but it undoubtedly boasts the largest prize fund in professional golf. This year’s FedEx Cup Playoffs are distributing a staggering $100 million in bonuses, with…
PGA Tour Enforces Internal Out-of-Bounds Rule on 18th Hole Strategy at Tour Championship The PGA Tour has recently implemented an internal out-of-bounds ruling that has impacted the strategies of several players, including Scottie Scheffler, at this year’s Tour Championship. This decision directly affects how players approach the 18th hole at East Lake Golf Club, the…
**PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan Discusses Ongoing Negotiations with LIV Golf Ahead of Tour Championship** PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan provided updates on the ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf’s Saudi backers ahead of the Tour Championship at East Lake. Speaking to reporters in Atlanta, Monahan acknowledged that while discussions are ongoing,…
PGA Tour golfer Wesley Bryan recently found himself in a heated exchange with a former champion leading up to the Creator Classic. For those unfamiliar with the Creator Classic, it’s a unique event where 16 influencers will compete in a head-to-head tournament. The competitors will play the back nine at East Lake on Wednesday, in…
PGA Tour fans have reached a unanimous consensus after new video evidence emerged on social media, suggesting that Rory McIlroy intentionally snapped his TaylorMade driver during the final round of the BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club. The 35-year-old golf star had a challenging week, particularly with his driving accuracy. McIlroy ranked 37th out…
**McIlroy Feeling the Strain as Mental and Physical Workload Mount** Rory McIlroy is feeling the toll of a long season, worn out by the relentless grind of playing through the scorching American summer in hot spots like Memphis and Atlanta. At East Lake Golf Club on Tuesday, McIlroy was more focused than usual, reacquainting himself…
Nelly Korda’s 2024 season has been nothing short of extraordinary, with numerous victories and accolades solidifying her status as one of the premier golfers in the world. Among her many achievements, Korda recently secured the prestigious Rolex Annika Major Award (RAMA), underscoring her dominance in the most challenging events on the LPGA Tour. This award,…
**Justin Thomas’ Journey to the Tour Championship: An Unexpected Turn of Fate** Justin Thomas faced a challenging situation as he approached the BMW Championship, knowing his spot in the Tour Championship was uncertain. His self-assessment was honest and somber, reflecting the tough season he’d had: “I’m just going home. Going to go back to Jupiter….