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PGA Tour professional Dylan Wu has publicly criticized his omission from the 2026 WM Phoenix Open field, highlighting perceived unfairness in player exemptions. The tournament, set to begin on February 5 at TPC Scottsdale in Arizona, features a 123-player field but leaves out several fully exempt members, including Wu and Lee Hodges. Wu's comments come amid discussions about the event's unique status within the PGA Tour schedule.

2. februar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Ian Holt secured his first Korn Ferry Tour win at the 2026 Panama Golf Championship, finishing at 8-under par for a two-shot lead. The event, held at Club de Golf de Panama in Panama City, marked the tour's third stop and its debut in Latin America. Holt pocketed $180,000 from the $1 million purse.

LIV Golf has confirmed its return to the New York market with an event at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in August 2026. The tournament marks the league's third visit to the venue and features a field of top players including 13 major champions. Tickets go on sale January 27.

23. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

The PGA Tour has announced the field for the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego, California. Brooks Koepka will make his return to the tour after a stint with LIV Golf, joining top players like Xander Schauffele and Ludvig Åberg. The event runs from January 29 to February 1.

Chris Gotterup secured his third PGA Tour win at the 2026 Sony Open in Hawaii, finishing at 16-under par after a dominant six-under 64 in the final round. The former Rutgers golfer overcame a two-shot deficit to leader Davis Riley, pulling ahead with birdies and steady play at Waialae Country Club. He finished two strokes ahead of Ryan Gerard, with Patrick Rodgers in third.

18. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Spanish golfer Nacho Elvira secured his maiden victory at the Dubai Invitational by battling back in the final holes. He held off strong challengers including Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy using a blend of Callaway and Titleist equipment. The win highlights a first for Callaway's Quantum line and features a unique alignment aid on his prototype putter.