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LIV Golf CEO Confirms Talks with PGA Tour Still Ongoing, No Deal Yet

DEVELOPING 2025-06-29 07:00:00

Scott O’Neil—a longtime acquaintance of PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp—says informal discussions continue between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour, but no formal agreement is imminent. The proposed merger of commercial operations remains stalled, and LIV is still awaiting inclusion in the OWGR, while planning to shift to a 72‑hole format in 2026.

Topics: Sports Rivalries Golf Governance Sports Mergers and Acquisitions Sports Format Changes

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Brooks Koepka May Sit Out 2026 LIV Golf Season, Eyeing Possible PGA Return

DEVELOPING 2025-12-08 17:18:00

Multiple sources report that five‑time major champion Brooks Koepka, though under contract with LIV Golf, may opt to skip the 2026 season. If he attempts a PGA Tour return, a one‑year suspension could delay eligibility until late August 2026.

Topics: Professional Golf Sports Contracts Athlete Transitions

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EPR Properties Acquires Five Dallas‑Fort Worth Golf Courses in $113 Million Deal

BREAKING 2025-12-09 10:00:57

Kansas‑based EPR Properties has purchased five semi‑private golf courses across the DFW area for $113 million, with operations remaining under leaseback to Advance Golf Partners. The acquisition reflects the continued boom of golf in North Texas, anchored by PGA of America’s presence in Frisco.

Topics: Corporate Acquisitions Golf Industry Real Estate Investment

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LPGA Final Qualifying Cut Reduced to 72 Holes Due to Weather Delays

2025-12-07 21:06:00

After repeated rain delays during LPGA Final Qualifying at Magnolia Grove in Mobile, Alabama, the tournament has been shortened from 90 to 72 holes with no cut. The top 25 finishers and ties will still earn LPGA Tour cards when play concludes by Tuesday.

Topics: Sports Tournaments Weather Disruptions in Sports Professional Golf

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LPGA to Implement Tougher Pace‑of‑Play Penalties Starting March

2025-02-13 08:00:00

The LPGA has unveiled a more stringent pace‑of‑play policy, to be enforced beginning at the Ford Championship in March. Penalties now include fines for minor delays and one‑ or two‑stroke penalties for longer violations. The aim is to speed up play and improve viewer experience.

Topics: Sports Governance Golf Regulations Sports Broadcasting

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Charley Hull Gets New Partner at Grant Thornton Invitational After Daniel Berger Withdraws

BREAKING 2025-12-09 01:25:02

LPGA star Charley Hull will now team with Michael Brennan in this weekend’s Grant Thornton Invitational in Naples, Florida, after Daniel Berger unexpectedly withdrew. Brennan is fresh off a win at the Bank of Utah Championship.

Topics: Professional Golf Tournaments Athlete Partnerships in Sports

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Brooks Koepka Rumored to Sit Out 2026 LIV Golf Season

DEVELOPING 2025-12-08 17:24:15

Rumors are swirling that Brooks Koepka may sit out the 2026 LIV Golf season as he eyes a possible return to the PGA Tour.

Topics: Professional Golf Sports Rumors Athlete Career Transitions

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Hideki Matsuyama Wins 2025 Hero World Challenge in Playoff

2025-12-07 22:46:13

Hideki Matsuyama captured the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas with a playoff birdie over Alex Noren, earning $1 million and 30.3 OWGR points in the process.

Topics: Golf Tournaments Sports Playoffs Professional Golf

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St Andrews’ Duke’s Course to Be Rebranded as Craigtoun Course

BREAKING 2025-12-08 16:47:53

The Duke’s Course at St Andrews, formerly named after Prince Andrew, will be renamed the Craigtoun Course starting January 2026, under management of the St Andrews Links Trust.

Topics: Sports Venue Renaming Golf Course Management

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DRVN Golf Launches New Performance Training App

BREAKING 2025-12-08 21:22:13

DRVN Golf has unveiled a new performance training app aimed at helping golfers improve fitness, mobility, and longevity in their game.

Topics: Sports Technology Golf Training Mobile Fitness Apps

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