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Arnold Palmer's daughter reacts to Donald Trump's references to her father
Read full article: Arnold Palmer's daughter reacts to Donald Trump's references to her fatherOne of the late golf legend Arnold Palmer's daughters calls Donald Trump’s references to her father’s genitalia "a poor choice of approaches” to honoring his memory.
Trump kicks off a Pennsylvania rally by talking about Arnold Palmer's genitalia
Read full article: Trump kicks off a Pennsylvania rally by talking about Arnold Palmer's genitaliaHis campaign suggested Donald Trump would begin previewing his campaign’s closing arguments in a final push to win over voters with Election Day barely two weeks off.
With Tiger Woods' approval, Keegan Bradley locks in Ryder Cup captaincy — perhaps even as a player
Read full article: With Tiger Woods' approval, Keegan Bradley locks in Ryder Cup captaincy — perhaps even as a playerKeegan Bradley was just as shocked as anyone when Zach Johnson told him he’d been selected as the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup captain.
Bland wins rain-delayed U.S. Senior Open on 4th playoff hole for his second straight senior major
Read full article: Bland wins rain-delayed U.S. Senior Open on 4th playoff hole for his second straight senior majorRichard Bland shot a 4-under 66 in the final round of the U.S. Senior Open and banged a chip shot off the pin on the fourth playoff hole to win his second straight senior major.
Tyrrell Hatton holds off Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau to win LIV Golf Nashville
Read full article: Tyrrell Hatton holds off Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau to win LIV Golf NashvilleTyrrell Hatton won the inaugural LIV Golf Nashville event Sunday holding off Jon Rahm and two-time U.S. Open champ Bryson DeChambeau for the Englishman’s first victory since January 2021.
Man pleads guilty in theft of Arnold Palmer green jacket, other Masters memorabilia from Augusta
Read full article: Man pleads guilty in theft of Arnold Palmer green jacket, other Masters memorabilia from AugustaA former warehouse assistant for the Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia has pleaded guilty to transporting millions of dollars' worth of stolen Masters tournament memorabilia and historic items, including one of Arnold Palmer’s green jackets.
Lottie Woad delivers Masters-like charge to win Augusta National Women's Amateur
Read full article: Lottie Woad delivers Masters-like charge to win Augusta National Women's AmateurLottie Woad of England is the Augusta National Women's Amateur champion with a stunning finish at the home of the Masters.
Better than most? One putt on the 17th that actually was
Read full article: Better than most? One putt on the 17th that actually was“I was standing on the wood at the back left of the green, right when you walk up there, just off the green,” Allenby said. A PGA Tour digital media specialist recently reviewed the entire broadcast and said it was never shown. One person who saw it was PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem, who had been returning from a meet-and-greet and paused to watch Allenby putt. MICKELSON 101Eight regular PGA Tour events did not have corporate sponsors in their title names. The British Open was not considered an official PGA Tour victory.
DeChambeau outlasts Westwood with big drives, big putts
Read full article: DeChambeau outlasts Westwood with big drives, big puttsHe holed a 40-foot birdie putt on the fourth hole to regain a share of the lead. Westwood tied him with a 30-foot birdie putt on the par-5 12th, only to give it back with a three-putt on the 14th. DeChambeau took the one-shot lead to the 18th and hit his most important drive of the day — in the fairway. DeChambeau's birdie putt slid by some 5 feet and he shook his arms in celebration when the par putt dropped. With a bogey on the final hole, he shot 74 to finish alone in third.
(Some) fans can attend the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: (Some) fans can attend the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. Here’s what you need to knowThe Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard said in a news release Thursday that it will permit a limited number of ticketed spectators for the sporting event, which takes place March 4-7 at Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando. “Day-specific tickets will be offered for general admission, priced at $65 for Thursday; $75 for Friday; $80 for Saturday and Sunday. No fans will be allowed to attend practice rounds or Pro-Ams earlier in the week. The Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard will follow the PGA Tour fan safety guide to promote a safe environment and quality experience on the golf course. Popular weekly ticket packages and special events like the Mastercard Palmer Patio, Wine & Dine on 9 and Birdies & BBQ will return in 2022.
2 killed, 2 injured in head-on crash on Poinciana Boulevard
Read full article: 2 killed, 2 injured in head-on crash on Poinciana BoulevardPOINCIANA, Fla. – A man and woman were killed and two others were injured Monday afternoon in a head-on crash near Poinciana, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The wreck was reported around 1:05 p.m. on Poinciana Boulevard, south of Reaves Road. The FHP said a 21-year-old Kissimmee man was driving south when his car traveled into the northbound lane and struck an SUV head-on. The Kissimmee man and a front seat passenger, an unidentified woman who was ejected from the car, died in the crash, the FHP said. The driver of the SUV, a 33-year-old Kissimmee man, also suffered serious injuries, the FHP said.
Tiger Woods to play with 11-year-old Charlie in Father-Son
Read full article: Tiger Woods to play with 11-year-old Charlie in Father-SonThe PNC Championship announced Thursday that Woods will play with 11-year-old son Charlie in the tournament that has paired major champions with their sons since 1995, the year before the 44-year-old Woods turned pro. “I can't tell you how excited I am to be playing with Charlie in our first official tournament together,” Woods said. The PNC Championship is Dec. 19-20 at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Orlando in central Florida. It allowed Fuzzy Zoeller to play with his daughter, Gretchen, and Arnold Palmer to play with his grandson, Sam Saunders. Until deciding to play in the PNC Championship, it was thought Woods ended the year at the Masters.
McIlroy, Cantlay the sole survivors to par at Olympia Fields
Read full article: McIlroy, Cantlay the sole survivors to par at Olympia FieldsOlympia Fields is so tough it won't allow anything but his full attention on every shot. By the end of another steamy afternoon south of Chicago, they were the sole survivors to par. One week after McIlroy admitted to going through the motions without spectators around to provide the cheers, he had a 1-under 69 to share the 36-hole lead with Cantlay. He also missed the green on three of the par 3s, the last one leading to a double bogey. For non-majors, the tour said over par hasn't won since Bruce Lietzke at the Byron Nelson Classic in 1981.
Zach Johnson, normal guy from Iowa, wins Payne Stewart Award
Read full article: Zach Johnson, normal guy from Iowa, wins Payne Stewart AwardHe won as a rookie and reached the Tour Championship in Atlanta, where one of the perks was attending a ceremony to watch Jay Haas accept the Payne Stewart Award. It brought Johnson to tears 16 years later when he was selected Wednesday to receive the Payne Stewart Award. As it enters its second decade, the award now is regarded as the most prestigious on the PGA Tour. PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan referred to Johnson as a fearless underdog and a statewide hero in Iowa for his charitable work in his home state. Zach would say hes just a normal guy from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, but in truth, he has one of the most compelling stories on the PGA Tour in the last 25 years, Monahan said.
Koepka's biggest challenge is history in bid for 3 in a row
Read full article: Koepka's biggest challenge is history in bid for 3 in a rowWoods won majors at a faster clip than anyone. That's why the biggest challenge facing Brooks Koepka as he goes for a third straight PGA Championship this week at the TPC Harding Park in San Francisco is more about history than his troublesome left knee and recent form. Now it's about Walter Hagen, who won the PGA Championship four straight times (1924-27) when it was match play. For someone with this much history on the line, Koepka still has managed to avoid the spotlight in the weeks leading into the PGA Championship. He has gone back-to-back in the Masters and British Open, and twice in the PGA Championship.
Johnson wins Travelers to extend career-long season streak
Read full article: Johnson wins Travelers to extend career-long season streakDustin Johnson reacts after sinking his putt on the 15th green during the final round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament at TPC River Highlands, Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Cromwell, Conn. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)CROMWELL, Conn. Dustin Johnson won the Travelers Championship on Sunday to end a long drought and extend his career-long season victory streak to 13. Johnson closed with a 3-under 67 for a one-stroke victory over Kevin Streelman at fan-free TPC River Highlands. Im definitely proud of myself for continuing the streak and I want to keep it going, Johnson said. Johnson failed to win in 2014, but is given credit for winning in the 2013-14 season from his victory in the fall of 2013 in Shanghai. Johnson came out of the delay and hit his tee shot on 16 into a greenside bunker.