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Today in Golf is your daily dose of everything golf. From the PGA and LIV tours to major championship chatter, rising stars, industry news, viral moments, and what’s trending on the greens — Today in Golf delivers it all. Powered by Golf.ai and curated for golf lovers who want to stay sharp, informed, and in the loop every single day. Whether you’re driving to the course or grabbing your morning coffee, tee up the latest from the world of golf, fast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 15h ago

    Phil’s Open WD & Rory’s Wimbledon Backlash - July 2nd, 2026

    On July 2nd, 2026, we break down Phil Mickelson's major withdrawal amidst serious allegations, Rory McIlroy's controversial tennis cameo, and the emotional highs and lasagna-induced lows of The Open Final Qualifying. PHIL MICKELSON & THE OPENPhil Mickelson has officially withdrawn from The Open Championship amidst disturbing sexual misconduct allegations and an expulsion from The Farms Golf Club, marking the first Open since 1993 without either Mickelson or Tiger Woods.Ashley Perez alleged she received unsolicited texts and a nude photo, stating she felt like she "was being groomed," while Mickelson's attorney claims the allegations "revisit mistakes he has already acknowledged."This marks the end of an incredible era, as it will be the first Open Championship in 33 years without golf's two biggest modern icons teeing it up. RORY MCILROY'S WIMBLEDON CONTROVERSYAfter receiving a PGA Tour medical exemption to play just nine events this season, Rory McIlroy sparked massive fan outrage by showing up to Wimbledon sporting his iconic Masters Green Jacket.One viral fan post perfectly captured the frustration, stating Rory has "no time to play golf... but has time to go to a tennis match."Rory revealed the strict Augusta National wardrobe rules during the appearance, noting he actually had to "get permission every time" he wanted to wear the Green Jacket off club grounds. THE OPEN FINAL QUALIFYINGFinal Qualifying delivered ultimate heartbreak and triumph, from Dustin Johnson snapping a 16-year major streak with a withdrawal, to Sergio Garcia missing the cut by seven strokes after a disastrous afternoon round at West Lancashire.Sergio blamed his afternoon 75 on bad lasagna, admitting he "felt like I was going to vomit pretty much on every hole."27-year-old amateur David Howard, who battles cystic fibrosis, heroically shot 69 and 71 at Dundonald Links to qualify, hoping to show the CF community that "anything is possible." JOHN DEERE CLASSIC PREVIEWThe youth movement is taking over TPC Deere Run this week, highlighted by 21-year-old Jackson Koivun making his highly anticipated pro debut alongside 19-year-old birdie machine Blades Brown.Analyst Brian Giuffra believes Brown "could be the young star to emerge victorious," while Cody Williams praised Koivun's "immense" talent.While the teenagers and rookies steal the headlines, betting favorite Ben Griffin and course specialist Denny McCarthy are lurking as the seasoned veterans to beat. Quick HitsPadraig Harrington defends his US Senior Open title at Scioto Country Club • Harrington roasts modern pros complaining about schedules: "Who would not want to do what I do?... I get to do it thirty times a year." • Dustin Johnson officially snaps a 16-year Open streak with his Final Qualifying WD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  2. 1d ago

    SPIETH’S BETTING WARNING & LIV’S COLLAPSE - July 1st, 2026

    On July 1st, 2026, we dive into the John Deere Classic prep, explosive predictions about LIV Golf's financial future, and growing concerns over sports betting altering the fan experience on the PGA Tour. PGA TOUR / JOHN DEERE CLASSICJordan Spieth is sounding the alarm on legalized sports betting weaponizing golf galleries, pointing to hostile crowds at Wyndham Clark's US Open win at Shinnecock Hills as proof that unruly fans are actively trying to alter tournament outcomes."I do think that betting in golf is something that is going to have to be tackled here soon... [fans could] impact a shot if you wanted to."Spieth is skipping the Scottish Open to grind at the Deere, desperately trying to improve his 52nd place FedEx Cup ranking to secure his spot in the 2027 signature events. LIV GOLF / INDUSTRY NEWSCBS analyst Johnson Wagner dropped a bombshell prediction that LIV Golf will crumble this August due to unsustainable purses, claiming the breakaway league desperately needs a $300 million cash injection to stay afloat.Wagner noted LIV is "absolutely going to crumble in August."Charlotte-based Harold Varner III is reportedly already looking for an exit strategy, actively seeking a pathway back to the PGA Tour. THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP & SCHEDULESAs the Tour prepares for Royal Birkdale, stars are shuffling their schedules, with Grand Slam winner Rory McIlroy resting and Scottie Scheffler skipping the Deere but making a surprise commitment to the 3M Open.3M Open director Hollis Cavner beamed: "When the world number one says I want to come and play it tells you a lot."Harris English's veteran caddie, Eric Larson, is trapped in a UK visa nightmare over a 30-year-old cocaine conviction, anxiously awaiting an appeal just to carry the bag at Birkdale. TPC DEERE RUN DEBUTS & VETERANSAuburn standout Jackson Koivun is making his highly anticipated professional debut at TPC Deere Run, while hometown hero Zach Johnson opted to skip the US Senior Open to play in his backyard.Koivun quickly learned the difference at the next level, noting that tour pros "beat you with their heads."Johnson is thrilled about the new 2028 Championship Challenger tier system, joking that "Wives are probably pretty ecstatic... Now it is black and white." Quick HitsViktor Hovland's sudden death win & Haeran Ryu's epic 10-shot comeback • Donald Trump's DC course overhaul • LIV major withdrawals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  3. 2d ago

    HOVLAND’S PLAYOFF HEROICS & RYU’S HISTORIC COMEBACK - June 30th, 2026

    On June 30th, 2026, we break down Viktor Hovland's dramatic Travelers Championship playoff win, Haeran Ryu's record-breaking major comeback, and the latest controversies surrounding LIV Golf and a D.C. course overhaul. PGA TOUR / TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIPViktor Hovland secured a thrilling sudden-death playoff victory over an exhausted Scottie Scheffler on the 18th hole at TPC River Highlands, capitalizing on a crucial mental shift to take home the title.Scheffler on his missed 4-foot putt that ended it: "I hit it on my line and I think it was just a little bit firm."Despite the massive win, Hovland noted a bittersweet family reality: "My dad still has not watched me win but at least I am glad my mom got to be here." LPGA TOUR / KPMG WOMEN'S PGA CHAMPIONSHIPHaeran Ryu orchestrated a historic 10-shot comeback—the largest in 60 years since Carol Mann—bouncing back from an opening 73 with brilliant rounds of 64, 68, and 70 to capture the major.Ryu on her monumental victory: "It feels like a dream and I cannot trust it right now."Dewi Weber secured an incredibly emotional third-place finish that doubled her career earnings, all while expecting a child. LIV GOLF & THE OPEN QUALIFYINGTravel logistics forced Dustin Johnson, Carlos Ortiz, and David Puig to withdraw from Open qualifying, while Phil Mickelson will miss all four majors amid sexual misconduct allegations detailed by Alan Shipnuck.Mickelson's lawyer Tom Clare slammed the allegations as a "false and misleading narrative," while reporter Bob Harig questioned the qualifying grind: "You go there for thirty six holes and then what."The withdrawals highlight the grueling reality of major qualifying for LIV players who don't hold exemptions, forcing them into grueling international travel turnarounds. TRUMP'S D.C. GOLF OVERHAULDonald Trump and Tom Fazio's ambitious initiative to overhaul East Potomac Golf Links is facing massive hurdles, including a D.C. Preservation League lawsuit and intense political friction with local government officials.Mayoral candidate Janeese Lewis George pushed back hard on the project, stating she "will not comply in advance to requests that compromise local government."The renovation is literally unearthing dangerous history, as crews are being forced to deal with toxic lead and chromium from old White House debris buried on the site. Quick HitsDicky Pride beats Padraig Harrington to end a 1,869-day PGA Tour Champions drought, admitting the slump "really did" bother him • Nelly Korda brushes off her failed Grand Slam bid, telling the media, "You guys made that such a big thing" • Paige Spiranac opens up about her anxiety ("I feel like I have just been so in my head") before launching a new YouTube series elevating women in golf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  4. 3d ago

    Monday Playoff at the Travelers & Tiger's Massive PGA Tour Overhaul - June 29th, 2026

    On June 29th, 2026, a rain-soaked Travelers Championship forced a Monday playoff between Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland, while Tiger Woods made waves off the course by unveiling the PGA Tour's new 2028 relegation system. TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYOFFA rain-delayed Sunday at TPC River Highlands ends with Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland deadlocked at 21-under, setting the stage for a high-stakes Monday sudden-death playoff after battling through wet conditions.Scheffler is chasing Tiger Woods' consecutive top-25s record (currently at 34), noting his mental approach during Si Woo Kim's 59 watch: "I just kind of acted normal... I just would not overthink it."Hovland is leaning on caddie Shay Knight, a partnership that serendipitously began at this exact event in 2019 when Knight was recruited by Joe Skovron and said, "my answer obviously was yes." MORIKAWA'S MASTERCLASSCollin Morikawa manifested a stunning bogey-free 61 to finish at 20-under, highlighted by a clutch 9-iron from the 18th fairway bunker, all while secretly managing a lingering back injury since The Masters.His incredible 61 put him right on the heels of the leaders despite battling physical setbacks for months.How did he stay loose during the lengthy rain delay? By casually crushing an ice cream sandwich before heading back out to the course. PGA TOUR'S RADICAL SHIFTTiger Woods made his first public appearance since his March 2026 DUI charge to announce a massive 2028 structural overhaul, introducing a promotion and relegation system featuring Championship and Challenger Series.Tiger emphasized setting up the sport "for the future generations," while Brian Rolapp aims to build a Tour that "could endure and outlive us all."The announcement completely shifted the golf landscape, proving Tiger remains the ultimate needle-mover for the sport's future architecture. HOMETOWN HERO BEN JAMESHometown favorite Ben James battled through an emotional finish and media frustration in his highly anticipated debut, leaving everything on the course in front of a supportive local crowd.Pleading with the media after a tough stretch, James stated, "You give me another hour and I will be just fine."His father, Don, expressed deep pride not just in his golf, but in the fans getting to see his son "as a person." Quick HitsJ.T. Poston cards a brutal 12 on hole 13 before coping via a Tom Brady social media post • Justin Thomas sinks a miraculous deep-rough chip-in that broadcasters called "the best shot he will hit today" • Sam Burns screams "Go in the hole" on a fairway eagle hole-out • Si Woo Kim celebrates his 30th birthday by checking soccer scores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9 min

  5. 4d ago

    Hovland Overtakes Scheffler at Travelers - June 28th, 2026

    On Saturday, June 28th, 2026, Viktor Hovland capitalized on a dramatic two-shot swing at the 18th hole to snatch the third-round lead from Scottie Scheffler at a birdie-crazed Travelers Championship. THE LEADERBOARD DUELViktor Hovland fired a brilliant 64 to reach 20-under, overtaking Scottie Scheffler after a massive two-shot swing on the 18th hole. This heavyweight battle sets up an epic Sunday showdown at TPC River Highlands.Hovland called the round a "dogfight" as he tries to "not think about the swing as much," while Scheffler noted his "superpower" is a terrible memory, stating, "my long term memory is not as sharp."Norwegian soccer fans electrified the course with a "Viking Row" chant for Hovland, contrasting with Scheffler’s quiet post-round dad duty with his two-year-old son, Bennett. COURSE CONDITIONS & THE CHASERSThe soft setup in Connecticut is forcing players into a shootout mentality, a stark contrast to the grueling U.S. Open, leaving the chasing pack scrambling to make birdies just to keep pace.Tournament Director Nathan Grube warned players must "play super aggressive or you are going to get lapped," a reality Wyndham Clark (-13) echoed by stating "pars feel like almost bogeys."Patrick Cantlay (-15) is leaning on course history to hit fairways, while Akshay Bhatia (-15) delivered the shot of the day on the par-3 8th while trusting his AimPoint putting system. Quick HitsWyndham Clark backs Brian Rolapp's 2028 PGA Tour Challenger Series • Alex Fitzpatrick debuts a Callaway TRTL putter and predicts a 4-0 England World Cup win over Panama with a Harry Kane goal • Scheffler's Sunday forecast requires a 65 or better to claim the title Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  6. 6d ago

    Phil’s Club Ban, Cole’s Comeback & Korda’s Chase - June 26th, 2026

    On June 26th, 2026, we break down the opening rounds of the Travelers and KPMG Women's PGA, alongside shocking off-course allegations against Phil Mickelson and Nelly Korda's historic Hall of Fame chase. PGA TOUR / TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIPEric Cole fired a brilliant first-round 7-under 63 at TPC River Highlands, an incredible feat considering he was battling a life-threatening adrenal crisis caused by Addison's disease just one year ago."I am not sure if it is redemption but I am happy to be here," Cole remarked after his stellar round.World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler had a chaotic morning, forgetting his belt and hijacking Sam Burns' car for a "pit stop," yelling "no no to the house" instead of heading to the range. OFF COURSE / PHIL MICKELSONPhil Mickelson has been stripped of his membership at The Farms Golf Club following allegations of inappropriate contact, prompting an "independent investigation" by the club and a fierce defense from his legal team.Attorney Tom Clare cited "objective video evidence" in Phil's defense, while Alan Shipnuck warned Mickelson could become a "man without a country" facing mega fines if LIV Golf loses funding.The dramatic fallout adds another layer of controversy to Mickelson's late-career saga, potentially leaving him with dwindling safe havens in the golf world. LPGA TOUR / KPMG WOMEN'S PGA CHAMPIONSHIPAt Hazeltine, all eyes are on Nelly Korda as she chases a victory that would secure her 27th LPGA Hall of Fame point and tie Inbee Park's 2013 record of three consecutive major titles.Commissioner Craig Kessler praised the tour's mathematical meritocracy where "facts speak for themselves," while Korda prefers to stay "oblivious" because "golf is already hard enough."Korda's strategy of blocking out the historic weight of her Hall of Fame chase proves that sometimes ignorance truly is bliss when navigating major championship pressure. PGA TOUR / TOUR CHAMPIONSHIPThe PGA Tour landscape is shifting as the Tour Championship is officially set to leave its historic home at East Lake Golf Club following the 2028 season, ending a massive chapter in golf.Local resident Gail Harding summed up the community's bittersweet sentiment regarding the departure, noting they were "lucky to have it here."The move marks the end of an era for Atlanta golf fans who have watched the FedEx Cup crowned at East Lake for decades. Quick HitsWyndham Clark's US Open win recap • Tiger Woods' return & Shane Lowry's caddie updates • DP World Tour fines handed down Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  7. Jun 25

    TIGER'S TENSE RETURN & SCHEFFLER'S BOUNDARIES - June 25th, 2026

    On June 25th, 2026, we close the book on Wyndham Clark's U.S. Open victory and dive into Tiger Woods' uncomfortable public return, Scottie Scheffler's mental health limits, and LIV stars paying DP World Tour fines. TIGER WOODS' TENSE RETURNTiger Woods made an uncomfortable public return at TPC River Highlands to endorse incoming Commissioner Brian Rolapp, following a tumultuous spring involving a rollover crash, DUI, Swiss rehab, and girlfriend Vanessa Trump's cancer diagnosis."This work was never about any one player or person," Woods stated to the crowd, before brushing off The Athletic with a curt, "Not right now."Despite the heavy personal toll of the last few months, Woods stepped up to help shape the Tour as Chairman of the Future Competition Committee. SCHEFFLER'S BOUNDARIES & LOWRY'S SHAKEUPWorld No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is setting strict mental health boundaries to combat psychological exhaustion, while Shane Lowry abruptly fired his caddie Darren Reynolds after a grueling missed cut at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.Scheffler, the +440 Travelers favorite, noted "playing more than three weeks in a row is extraordinarily difficult," while Lowry admitted, "Golf is just not agreeing with me at the moment... No idea really."Scheffler brought his two-year-old son Bennett to the driving range to protect his peace, while Lowry is temporarily reuniting with his old looper Dermot Byrne. FERRELL'S HIJINKS & LIV FINESWill Ferrell hijacked the Travelers Pro-Am as fictional 58-year-old golfer "Lonnie The Hawk Hawkins," while LIV's Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton paid DP World Tour fines for Genesis Scottish Open reps before Royal Birkdale.Hatton admitted his swing "felt pretty awful" despite a LIV Valderrama win, while Ferrell screamed, "Mama! Me likey! Hot sauce! Fire in the hole!" at Rickie Fowler and Ben Griffin.A canceled LIV New Orleans event created a massive seven-week gap, forcing Legion XIII teammates Rahm and Hatton to open their wallets to stay sharp for The Open. Quick HitsWyndham Clark's gritty U.S. Open victory at Shinnecock Hills • The 2028 PGA Tour restructuring takes shape • Will Ferrell's Pro-Am stunt was filmed for an upcoming Netflix show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  8. Jun 24

    PGA Tour's 2028 Radical Split & Niemann's $700K Club Throw - June 24th, 2026

    On June 24th, 2026, we break down the PGA Tour's massive 2028 structural overhaul, Joaquin Niemann's costly U.S. Open meltdown, and a historic payday at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. PGA TOUR'S 2028 RELEGATION ERAThe PGA Tour is radically splitting into a 120-player Championship Series and a relegated Challenger Series for 2028, sparking massive debate over the death of sponsor exemptions and the future of national opens.Brian Rolapp defended the changes, stating, "Sponsors don't get to decide who's in the NBA playoffs," while Rory McIlroy called the move a "positive step."Tiger Woods made his first public appearance since his DUI to address the overhaul, insisting the changes were "never about any one player." LIV'S MAJOR CLIFF & NIEMANN'S MELTDOWNDustin Johnson's major exemptions have officially expired, while Joaquin Niemann suffered a disastrous first-round meltdown at Shinnecock where an 80-yard club throw resulted in a devastating two-stroke penalty.Niemann's penalty ultimately cost him $700,000 in prize money and a coveted invite to the 2027 Masters.Brushing off the massive financial hit, Niemann hilariously noted, "If my grandmother had tires, she'd be a car," adding, "To be honest, it was a good throw." KPMG WOMEN'S PGA CHAMPIONSHIPThe women's game heads to Hazeltine with a historic, record-breaking $13 million purse—a massive financial leap that CEO Tim Walsh simply called an "easy decision" for the sport.Juli Inkster reflected on Nelly Korda and the staggering 27-year American LPGA Hall of Fame drought, admitting, "God, that just amazes me."Inkster also called out the media's double standard regarding the women's career grand slam compared to how the men's game is covered. TRAVELERS CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEWThe Tour heads to TPC River Highlands where Scottie Scheffler enters as the heavy +400 favorite, but all eyes are on 23-year-old Ben James making his highly anticipated professional debut.Reflecting on his new pro life, James quipped, "After twenty years of having homework to do, it's nice not having to do that."After fading in the final rounds of the RBC Canadian Open, James joked that UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley would punish him for his "soft" play. Quick HitsDustin Johnson and Sergio Garcia debate Open qualifying at Dundonald Links • Nick Taylor complains that missing national opens "would certainly stink" • Scottie Scheffler enters the Travelers as the +400 favorite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Today in Golf is your daily dose of everything golf. From the PGA and LIV tours to major championship chatter, rising stars, industry news, viral moments, and what’s trending on the greens — Today in Golf delivers it all. Powered by Golf.ai and curated for golf lovers who want to stay sharp, informed, and in the loop every single day. Whether you’re driving to the course or grabbing your morning coffee, tee up the latest from the world of golf, fast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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