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Bryson DeChambeau States tees off on the first hole during the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. — Why the PGA of America and NBC extended their media rights deal
The PGA of America announced a new media rights agreement with NBC and USA Network, expanding a long-running Ryder Cup partnership. By: James Colgan March 2, 2026

Captain Keegan Bradley of Team United States and vice captain Jim Furyk look on from the eighth hole during the Saturday morning foursomes matches of the 2025 Ryder Cup at Black Course at Bethpage State Park Golf Course on September 27, 2025 in Farmingdale, New York. — Golf Channel hires surprise new lead analyst for PGA Tour coverage
Golf Channel added Jim Furyk to its broadcast desk for two upcoming events, signifying the longtime pro’s first stint in TV. By: James Colgan February 25, 2026

johnson wagner holds wedge on the beach at Pebble Beach in California. — 5 noticeable changes on CBS Golf TV broadcasts in 2026
CBS Golf’s first stanza of PGA Tour coverage in 2026 is complete, and we got our first glimpse into the changes expected for the new year. By: James Colgan February 23, 2026

Brooks Koepka — 5 reasons for golf’s colossal TV ratings jump to start 2026 season
Something’s in the water in the golf world in 2026, because ratings have been sky-high through the early portion of the season. By: James Colgan February 6, 2026

johnson wagner and rory mcilroy smile at a golf tournament in suit and white hat — CBS Golf’s newest voice has an unorthodox superpower
Johnson Wagner’s meteoric rise to becoming CBS Golf’s newest walking reporter followed an unorthodox approach to sports TV. By: James Colgan January 27, 2026

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ESPN to air PGA Tour for first time in 2 decades — here’s why

An agreement to air Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour return live on ESPN tells us something interesting about the league’s larger strategy. By: James Colgan January 26, 2026

brooks koepka smiles on camera during pga tour commercial — The strange genius of a PGA Tour … commercial?
The PGA Tour released its marketing materials for 2026 this week, and the Tour’s self-promotion has earned an interesting dose of attention. By: James Colgan January 23, 2026

Adam Scott and Rory McIlroy at the Australian Open. — Welcome to the strangest week of the pro golf schedule
The PGA and DP World Tour seasons just ended. So why are Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Viktor Hovland each playing different events? By: Dylan Dethier December 2, 2025

Anthony Kim and Jeeno Thitikul have plenty to be thankful for this week. — 5 unexpected winners entering pro golf’s ‘offseason’ | Monday Finish
Anthony Kim had a first in 14 years, the World No. 1 snuck up on us, a LIV signing could create opportunity and more in the Monday Finish. By: Dylan Dethier November 24, 2025

Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick in the DP World Tour's season finale. — Ex-LIV pros find new homes (plus 9 other stories!) | Monday Finish
This week had Rory. Fitz. A one-handed putter. A cross-handed chipper. A Lambo. Ex-LIV pros. New PGA Tour pros. Much more in the Monday Finish. By: Dylan Dethier November 17, 2025

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are teaming up for a winter skills challenge. — 10 surprising golf stories flying under the radar | Monday Finish
Sometimes little stories are a big deal. These 10 include Rory, Scottie, the Internet Invitational, an ex-LIV golfer, a brand-new event and more. By: Dylan Dethier November 10, 2025

Dustin Johnson played in this week's International Series event; he's expected back on LIV in the coming years. — LIV Golf faces 5 fascinating offseason questions | Monday Finish
LIV questions — plus the PGA Tour’s step-skipper, the righty putter who’s found lefty success and much more in the Monday Finish. By: Dylan Dethier October 27, 2025

Frankie Fleetwood alongside his father Tommy. — Tommy Fleetwood just won Act 3 of this pro golf season | Monday Finish
Tommy Fleetwood turned his darkest hour into a springboard. He took over this chapter of the golf season. And he granted his son’s wish. By: Dylan Dethier October 20, 2025

Jeeno Thitikul had a particularly meaningful victory at the Buick LPGA. — First came a 4-putt. Next? A miraculous comeback | Monday Finish
Jeeno Thitikul’s bounceback, Rory McIlroy’s India trip, Jon Rahm’s unanswered question, retirement thoughts and more in the Monday Finish. By: Dylan Dethier October 14, 2025

Shane Lowry of Ireland walks the 17th green during the final round of the Cognizant Classic 2026 at PGA National Resort And Spa on March 01, 2026 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Raj Mehta/Getty Images) — Tour Confidential: Lowry’s collapse, the future PGA Tour schedule
GOLF’s editors discuss Shane Lowry’s epic collapse at the PGA National, the future of off-week events like the Cognizant and more. By: GOLF Editors March 1, 2026

Tiger Woods looks on at the Genesis Invitational — Tour Confidential: Tiger’s Masters chances, West Coast Swing takeaways, Rahm’s decision
In this week’s Tour Confidential, GOLF.com’s writers and editors discuss Tiger’s chances of playing the Masters, Jon Rahm’s decision and more. By: GOLF Editors February 22, 2026

Anthony Kim celebrates winning LIV Adelaide — Tour Confidential: Where does Anthony Kim’s win rank in recent golf history?
In this week’s Tour Confidential, GOLF.com’s writers discuss the importance of Anthony Kim’s remarkable win at LIV Adelaide and more. By: GOLF Editors February 15, 2026

jon rahm stands in front of liv golf signage — Tour Confidential: LIV gets OWGR points, Players major debate ramps up
In this week’s Tour Confidential, GOLF.com’s writers and editors discuss LIV’s nod from the OWGR, the Players “fifth major” debate and more. By: GOLF Editors February 8, 2026

Brooks Koepka surveys a putt at the Farmers Insurance Open — Tour Confidential: Takeaways from Brooks Koepka’s return, LPGA’s awkward start
In this week’s Tour Confidential, we discuss the success of Brooks Koepka’s return, the LPGA’s awkward start and Patrick Reed’s LIV exit. By: GOLF Editors February 1, 2026

Scottie Scheffler smiles during the Hero World Challenge — Tour Confidential: Scheffler enters Tiger territory, Reed’s secret free agency?
Scottie Scheffler entered rarefied air with a win at the American Express, and Patrick Reed revealed he hasn’t signed with LIV Golf. By: GOLF Editors January 25, 2026

Austin Smotherman and Shane Lowry shake hands — He lost the Cognizant Classic but didn’t leave PGA National empty-handed
Austin Smotherman had a chance to win his first PGA Tour event. He lost the Cognizant Classic but didn’t leave PGA National empty-handed. By: Josh Schrock March 2, 2026

PGA Tour pro Nico Echavarria celebrates winning the tournament on the 18th green during the final round of the 2024 Zozo Championship at Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club. — PGA Tour winner made remarkable prediction ahead of victory
Nico Echavarria claimed a shocking win on Sunday at the Cognizant Classic, but he made an even more impressive prediction before the week. By: James Colgan March 2, 2026

2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational odds: Scottie Scheffler hits shot at Bay Hill in 2025. — 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational odds: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy battle for betting favorite
The 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational odds feature Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy as betting favorites. Here’s what you need to know. By: Kevin Cunningham March 2, 2026

Tiger Woods talks with Rory McIlroy during a TGL match at SoFi Center. — Tiger Woods drops cryptic message about his Tour return at TGL
When Tiger Woods was asked when he would return to pro golf on Sunday night, he offered a cryptic response that begged more questions. By: Kevin Cunningham March 2, 2026

Rory McIlroy, wo is in 2026 Seminole Pro-Member field, plays a bunker shot at Seminole Golf Club in 2020. — Inside golf’s most exclusive event: 2026 Seminole Pro-Member field, pairings
The field at the 2026 Seminole Pro-Member, arguably golf’s most exclusive event, is packed with stars like Rory McIlroy and Nelly Korda. By: Kevin Cunningham March 2, 2026

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