All articles tagged with #major championships
McIlroy followed two 66s at Aronimink with another 66 to stay three off the lead at the PGA Championship, moving past Jack Nicklaus for the second-most rounds of 67 or better in major history and remaining behind Tiger Woods with 48 such rounds. He’s also part of two exclusive clubs — career Grand Slam and Masters defenses — underscoring his ongoing major-record chase.
Bryson DeChambeau failed to translate his LIV form into majors, missing the PGA Championship cut at Aronimink after an opening 76 and hovering near the cut line before finishing well short as he slid to about 10 over at times. Rex Hoggard said on the Golf Channel Podcast that DeChambeau looked in 'meltdown mode' on the range and suggested LIV funding uncertainty may be a distraction, contrasting with Jon Rahm’s steadier major bid. With questions about his one-length irons, analysts say his major results have stalled despite his talent and LIV momentum.
Rory McIlroy treated Augusta National as a home course, flying in from Florida and skipping PGA Tour events to prep, and after a weekend stretch of nerves he closed with a 1-under 71 to win his second consecutive Masters, crediting his familiarity with Augusta and a blueprinted game plan that lets him know where to miss and how to navigate the greens.
Scottie Scheffler credited Rory McIlroy’s resilience for holding off a late charge and winning The Masters, as McIlroy defended his title with a back-nine surge after trading a six-shot lead on Saturday; Scheffler, who shot 68 on Sunday after a 65 on Saturday, acknowledged the mental strength it takes to chase down McIlroy and fall just short.
Brooks Koepka is leaving LIV Golf and returning to the PGA Tour, where he is expected to compete again after a contractual wait until late August, marking a significant move back to the most competitive golf environment amid LIV's declining relevance.
Brooks Koepka, a five-time major winner, has left LIV Golf to focus on his family, ending his controversial stint with the Saudi-backed series and potentially returning to the PGA Tour or the DP World Tour, marking a significant shift in his career.
Russell Henley, Harris English, and Bryson DeChambeau have qualified for the 2025 US Ryder Cup team, joining Scottie Scheffler, J.J. Spaun, and Xander Schauffele as automatic qualifiers, with the final six team members to be announced by Captain Bradley on August 27, 2025.
Scottie Scheffler won the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush with a dominant performance, claiming his first Claret Jug and completing a career grand slam, solidifying his status among golf's all-time greats and showcasing Tiger-like resilience and skill.
Scottie Scheffler dominated the British Open at Royal Portrush, securing his first Claret Jug and his fourth major win, while Harris English and Chris Gotterup finished second and third respectively; Rory McIlroy improved his performance from previous appearances.
Scottie Scheffler won the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush with a dominant performance, claiming his first Claret Jug and completing a career grand slam, solidifying his status among golf's all-time greats and showcasing Tiger-like resilience and skill.
Brooks Koepka, after a challenging period of poor form and self-doubt, demonstrated his resilience and skill at the US Open at Oakmont, shooting a 2-under 68 and showing he's still a major contender despite recent struggles and self-admitted frustrations.
Rory McIlroy, having achieved the career Grand Slam with his Masters win, is uncertain about his future goals and is focusing on enjoying his current achievements and taking a tournament-by-tournament approach, rather than following a specific five-year plan.
The 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont features top contenders like Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele, with the course's historic difficulty and recent renovations promising a challenging tournament. Scheffler enters as the favorite, while DeChambeau aims for his third title, and other players like Rahm and Niemann are also in the mix. The event highlights the importance of driving distance and course strategy, with many newcomers making their debut.
Phil Mickelson, nearing the end of his competitive golf career, has left a complex legacy marked by his six majors and influence on the sport, but also by his controversial involvement with LIV Golf and its backing by Saudi money, which has affected his reputation and the state of professional golf.
The 2024 British Open at Royal Troon is challenging to predict due to numerous variables. Scottie Scheffler tops the list of 24 ranked players, followed by Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy. The article also highlights potential sleepers and provides insights into each player's past performances and current form.