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Furyk Vows Tactical Overhaul as U.S. Admits Underdog Status for 2027 Ryder Cup
golf2 days ago

Furyk Vows Tactical Overhaul as U.S. Admits Underdog Status for 2027 Ryder Cup

U.S. Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk announced a comprehensive overhaul of team selection and preparation strategies ahead of the 2027 matches at Adare Manor. Acknowledging the U.S. as underdogs after losing the last two Ryder Cups, Furyk cited poor performance in foursomes as a primary area for improvement. He has already shortened the points accumulation window to reward current form and replaced the analytics team. While the U.S. aims to end a 34-year away-win drought, European captain Luke Donald remains confident in his side's strength.

U.S. Completes Historic Presidents Cup Comeback at Medinah, Extending Streak to 11
sports12 days ago

U.S. Completes Historic Presidents Cup Comeback at Medinah, Extending Streak to 11

The United States defeated the International team 17-13 to win its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club. The Americans erased a three-point deficit by winning nine of the final 12 singles matches, a record performance on the final day. Rookie Jacob Bridgeman secured the winning point with a par putt on the 18th hole.

U.S. Sets Year-Long, Points-Only Path to 2027 Ryder Cup Team
sports29 days ago

U.S. Sets Year-Long, Points-Only Path to 2027 Ryder Cup Team

The U.S. will determine its 2027 Ryder Cup team via a year-long, points-based system earned only during the season leading up to the matches in Ireland. The top six in points automatically qualify, with Jim Furyk selecting six captain’s picks after the Tour Championship. Points are awarded for majors, The Players, signature events and postseason events, with no points from opposite-field events and no earnings-based qualification. The Ryder Cup takes place Sept. 17–19, 2027 at Adare Manor in Ireland.

Hatton optimistic LIV Golf will roll on next season amid funding squeeze
sports1 month ago

Hatton optimistic LIV Golf will roll on next season amid funding squeeze

Tyrrell Hatton says LIV Golf is expected to continue next year despite layoffs as the circuit seeks about $350m in funding after losing backing from Saudi Arabia’s PIF; a potential new backer has been identified but no funding is confirmed, and LIV has begun cutting staff. Hatton will finish the year on the DP World Tour, while Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald hopes the strongest LIV players are in contention for the team; the ongoing uncertainty has complicated Ryder Cup qualification decisions, including consideration of awarding LIV points.

3M Open: The PGA Tour's Crucial Test for Its Next Generation
sports2 months ago

3M Open: The PGA Tour's Crucial Test for Its Next Generation

The post-Open Championship stretch to the FedEx Cup Playoffs is short on big names, making the 3M Open a pivotal chance for the Tour to seed a new generation. The piece highlights Cameron Young’s breakout path—Wyndham win fueling a Ryder Cup surge and major success—as evidence that a timely victory can reshape careers. With rising talents like Jackson Koivun and Michael Brennan in the field, the Tour needs a new wave of young stars to challenge aging veterans like Rory McIlroy, or risk a lack of star power at majors and events.

Golf Channel pundit decries Long Island fans as a stain after US Open
sports3 months ago

Golf Channel pundit decries Long Island fans as a stain after US Open

Golf Channel analyst Eamon Lynch accused Long Island golf fans of being “a stain on the game” after the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, citing on-course heckling of Wyndham Clark and past Ryder Cup incidents involving Rory McIlroy. He argued majors should not return to Long Island and pointed to Augusta National’s no-tolerance approach as a model, as security removed disruptive fans during Clark’s lead. The piece also notes McIlroy’s past experiences and mentions Bethpage Black’s hosting of the 2033 PGA Championship.

PGA of America Replaces President After Ryder Cup Controversy
sports4 months ago

PGA of America Replaces President After Ryder Cup Controversy

The PGA of America has ousted president Don Rea Jr., suspending him for the remainder of his two-year term and naming vice president Nathan Charnes as acting president during a leadership transition, following criticism over his delayed response to unruly fan behavior at the Ryder Cup in Bethpage Black. The move comes as golf watchers note LIV Golf's funding questions and look ahead to two remaining majors this year (U.S. Open and Open Championship).

Furyk Sets Three Priorities to Sharpen Team USA for 2027 Ryder Cup
sports4 months ago

Furyk Sets Three Priorities to Sharpen Team USA for 2027 Ryder Cup

Jim Furyk, named U.S. Ryder Cup captain for 2027, identified three improvement areas—logistics/travel, foursomes, and analytics—and stressed building a blueprint for continuity and yearly focus. He appointed Justin Leonard and Stewart Cink as vice captains and warned that while analytics can help, it must be applied wisely; foursomes remains a key weakness, and better communication between players and captains is essential.

LIV Golf pivots as Saudi fund withdraws backing
sports5 months ago

LIV Golf pivots as Saudi fund withdraws backing

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will end subsidising LIV Golf after this season, prompting a strategic pivot with a new board and a plan to sell the league’s 13 teams to brands and investors amid doubts over a more than $5 billion investment; the DP World Tour signals openness to reintegrating LIV players under tighter rules, while players debate schedules, sanctions, and Ryder Cup eligibility, highlighting tensions between LIV and traditional tours.

Rahm’s LIV Exit Casts Shadow as PGA Tour Overhauls Its Future
sports5 months ago

Rahm’s LIV Exit Casts Shadow as PGA Tour Overhauls Its Future

LIV Golf is set to end Saudi funding by 2026, creating uncertainty for players like Jon Rahm who declined a path to PGA Tour membership and now faces potential Ryder Cup eligibility issues; Bryson DeChambeau says he’ll adapt to a revamped PGA Tour schedule under Brian Rolapp, keeping the door open for a possible return. The backdrop includes Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour return and Rahm’s strained relations with the DP World Tour, with a potential LIV collapse in 2027 that could push Rahm back to the DP World Tour.