For the first time in eight years, the golfer next in line to meet the LPGA Tour’s challenging criteria is no longer clear. When Inbee Park became the 34th member in 2016, there was little question that at some point, then-19-year-old Lydia Ko would be next. The teen phenom already demonstrated a dominant staying power, winning 12 times during a long run as the World No. 1.
“I’ve had my fair share of ups and downs between 2015, 2016 to 2024,” Ko added. “A lot of things have happened. When things are going well, it’s kind of hard to think about when you’re not playing well because all you’re really doing is just enjoying that moment. “On the other hand, when things…
New United States Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley is prepared to travel to LIV Golf events to help select the strongest 12 golfers for the American team for next year’s match. At a news conference in New York, the 38-year-old – currently a top-20 player – admitted his appointment came as a “complete shock” after…
Rory McIlroy is one of the most media friendly golfers – if not sports people – in the world and he’s no stranger to answering questions. But what if the shoe was on the other foot and he got to ask the questions? Well, that’s not something we are ever likely to get to…
It’s been a season to remember for Xander Schauffele, and the two-time major champion is looking to add a FedEx Cup title to his resume. Schauffele is currently second in the FedEx Cup rankings ahead of the BMW Championship, which is the PGA Tour’s second playoff event.
The 2024 Paris Olympics turned out to be one of the most thrilling events of the golfing year to date, with Scottie Scheffler ultimately winning at Le Golf National. It was a vintage performance from the world number one, who made a stunning charge during Sunday’s final round to pip Tommy Fleetwood to gold….
Jon Rahm has enjoyed a stunning first season with LIV Golf, but things haven’t been so straightforward off-the-course for the Spaniard. Rahm became one of the highest-paid golfers of all time when he turned his back on the PGA Tour back in December 2023. Yet, despite the riches available on the breakaway venture, the…