Indonesian Golfer Kevin Akbar Secures 2027 Asian Tour Card
Kevin Caesario Akbar, 28, earned his 2027 Asian Tour card by finishing ninth in the 2026 Asian Development Tour Order of Merit, despite a limited schedule.
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Jim Furyk Considers Patrick Reed for 2027 Ryder Cup Team
United States Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk has expressed openness to discussing a return for Patrick Reed, a former Masters champion who last competed in the biennial event in 2018.
Debbie Doniger Outlines Two Flop Shot Methods
The GOLF Top 100 Teacher provides distinct strategies for both new and experienced golfers to improve their short game around the green.
Graeme McDowell Confirms Exit from LIV Golf 2.0 Plans
The 2010 US Open champion announced his departure via social media, four years after joining the inaugural league, as new creditors shape its future.
Justin Rose Welcomes Returning Players as LIV Golf Faces Bankruptcy
As LIV Golf proceeds through bankruptcy court, Justin Rose has expressed a willingness to welcome players like Jon Rahm back to the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, citing no "hard feelings" after the league's four-year "experiment."
Golfer's Near Miss Sparks WHS Exceptional Score Review Calls
A golfer's recent round, 6.7 strokes below their World Handicap System (WHS) Index, narrowly missed the 7.0 threshold for an Exceptional Score Reduction, prompting calls for a system review.
Match Play Penalty: Lifting Opponent's Ball Without Consent
Golf's governing bodies clarify Rule 9.5b, imposing a stroke penalty in match play for lifting an opponent's ball without explicit, per-instance consent, while stroke play remains unaffected.
George Gandranata Outlines Pitch Shot Method for 50-70 Metres
Indonesian golf professional George Gandranata details his clock system approach for pitches between 50 and 70 metres, offering a precise method to enhance short-game consistency.
Hovland's Form Struggle Continues: French, BMW PGA
Norwegian golfer Viktor Hovland finished T33 at the French Open and T27 at the BMW PGA Championship, openly sharing his ongoing struggle to regain his consistent form.
PGA Professional Roger Gunn Shares Trap Draw Wedge Technique
Golfers seeking improved consistency around the greens can explore a specific wedge shot favoured by Roger Gunn of Golf Development Complex.
Tom Kim Secures Asian Games Gold, Exempt from Military Service
South Korean golfer Tom Kim, 24, has avoided 18 to 21 months of mandatory military service following his individual gold medal win at the 2026 Asian Games.
Sergio Garcia Seeks Formal LIV Golf Contract Termination
The Spanish golfer has filed court documents requesting an official end to his agreement, citing confusion over his free agent status following LIV Golf's Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Pepperell Slams Scheffler's Media, Snedeker's Captaincy
English professional Eddie Pepperell recently commented on world number one Scottie Scheffler's "odd" media interactions and US Presidents Cup captain Brandt Snedeker's "unimaginable" errors.
Chiam, Tai, Leow Reunite for Asian Games Golf at Kasugai
Nicklaus Chiam, Hiroshi Tai, and James Leow will compete from September 30 at Kasugai Country Club East Course, seven years after securing a SEA Games silver medal together.