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Tiger Woods at a crossroads after DUI arrest: what’s next for the golf icon
sports14 days ago

Tiger Woods at a crossroads after DUI arrest: what’s next for the golf icon

Tiger Woods’ latest DUI arrest renews questions about his health and future in golf—whether he has a substance issue tied to painkillers, if the PGA Tour would discipline him, whether he’ll play the Masters, and whether he could still be Ryder Cup captain in 2027, with a possible comeback on the Champions Tour more likely than another major win on the PGA Tour; his legacy will continue to be colored by off‑the‑course events even as he remains a revered figure in the sport.

via New York Post|
#dui-arrest#pga-tour#ryder-cup
Valspar Victory Sparks Congratulatory Texts From US Ryder Cup Stars
sports17 days ago

Valspar Victory Sparks Congratulatory Texts From US Ryder Cup Stars

Matt Fitzpatrick extended his strong 2026 form by winning the Valspar Championship with a 14-foot birdie at 18, continuing his climb to No. 6 in the world and cementing his status as a Ryder Cup pivotal figure after a successful 2025 campaign. He noted receiving congratulatory texts from Ryder Cup teammates including Xander Schauffele and Keegan Bradley, underscoring the camaraderie between the teams despite recent tensions at Bethpage Black.

via hitc.com|
#golf#matt-fitzpatrick#ryder-cup
McIlroy: DP World Tour’s LIV deal is generous, preserves Ryder Cup unity
sports1 month ago

McIlroy: DP World Tour’s LIV deal is generous, preserves Ryder Cup unity

McIlroy says the DP World Tour’s deal for LIV players is generous and keeps membership and Ryder Cup eligibility intact, even as it complicates Jon Rahm’s 2027 Ryder Cup chances. Eight LIV members accepted the deal; Rahm rejected the four-event minimum, and Luke Donald was named Europe captain for 2027, underscoring McIlroy’s view that the Ryder Cup is bigger than any one player.

via Sports Illustrated|
#dp-world-tour#jon-rahm#liv-golf
Europe Keeps Luke Donald as Ryder Cup Captain; U.S. Captaincy Still in Question
sports1 month ago

Europe Keeps Luke Donald as Ryder Cup Captain; U.S. Captaincy Still in Question

Europe confirms Luke Donald will captain the Ryder Cup for a third straight time, reinforcing their momentum and home-field advantage in Ireland; attention shifts to the U.S., where captaining remains unsettled after Tiger Woods reportedly declined the 2025 offer and Keegan Bradley’s struggles, with Brandt Snedeker viewed as a potential 2027 choice. The Americans face an uphill path in a Ryder Cup era where Europe has controlled momentum and seems poised to extend its success into the 2027 event.

via OutKick|
#brandt-snedeker#golf#luke-donald
Donald to Lead Europe for a Third Ryder Cup in Ireland
sports1 month ago

Donald to Lead Europe for a Third Ryder Cup in Ireland

Luke Donald will captain Europe for a third consecutive Ryder Cup, aiming to become the first to win three in a row, with the 2027 edition set for Adare Manor in Ireland (Sept 17-19). His reappointment follows Europe’s 2023 Rome and 2025 New York victories, and continuity within the team is emphasized, though Jon Rahm’s status amid LIV/DP World Tour tensions could affect the lineup.

via BBC|
#adare-manor#europe-captain#ireland
Rahm Rejects DP World Tour Deal, Labels Terms Extortionate
sports1 month ago

Rahm Rejects DP World Tour Deal, Labels Terms Extortionate

Jon Rahm says he would have signed the DP World Tour’s deal that eight players accepted only if the minimum was four events (not six). He blasted the contract terms as extortionate, arguing they would penalize him for not playing events he wouldn’t attend anyway and could jeopardize his Ryder Cup participation. The eight players who agreed include Tyrrell Hatton and others; Rahm’s fines exceed $2 million, and he may pursue litigation if needed. The dispute comes as Rahm is in Hong Kong ahead of LIV Golf Hong Kong and amid broader tensions between LIV, the DP World Tour, and Ryder Cup eligibility.

via Sports Illustrated|
#dp-world-tour#fines#liv-golf
Bridgeman Breaks Through at Riviera as Rahm's Ryder Cup Fate Hangs in the Balance
sports1 month ago

Bridgeman Breaks Through at Riviera as Rahm's Ryder Cup Fate Hangs in the Balance

Jacob Bridgeman earned his first PGA Tour win at The Genesis by finishing 18-under at Riviera, holding off Rory McIlroy by a stroke after a final-round 72, with McIlroy earning a hefty payout for his runner-up. Meanwhile, Jon Rahm's Ryder Cup eligibility remains uncertain amid LIV-related fines and ongoing appeals, a situation Rory McIlroy pushed teammates to resolve by paying their fines. The piece also notes Bridgeman's strong season metrics and hints at LIV Golf's substantial, ongoing funding affecting the sport.

via OutKick|
#bridgeman#golf#liv-golf
Tiger Woods weighs 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy after PGA inquiry
sports1 month ago

Tiger Woods weighs 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy after PGA inquiry

Tiger Woods has been asked by the PGA of America to captain the 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup in Ireland, but he hasn’t decided yet. He previously declined the 2025 captaincy due to schedule constraints tied to his roles on the PGA Tour policy board and committees, and he’s still evaluating whether he can balance captaincy with his on‑tour duties and other commitments.

via Golf Channel|
#captaincy#ireland#pga-of-america
Hatton's Dubai yarn leaves McIlroy aghast as Ryder Cup tension eases
sports2 months ago

Hatton's Dubai yarn leaves McIlroy aghast as Ryder Cup tension eases

Rory McIlroy and Tyrrell Hatton put Ryder Cup tensions aside during the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, sharing a cordial exchange with Tommy Fleetwood after McIlroy publicly urged Hatton and Jon Rahm to prove their commitment by paying DP World Tour fines. Hatton revealed a post-holiday weight gain (roughly from 190 to 204 pounds) and joked about wine, saying they dodged discussing the fines and expect a resolution soon. The mood was light as they look to move past the dispute ahead of future Ryder Cup clashes.

via Today's Golfer|
#dp-world-tour-fines#dubai-desert-classic#rory-mcilroy