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Augusta National has made one significant course change ahead of the 2026 Masters, and it targets a hole that was already one of the most demanding on the course. The 17th hole, known as Nandina, has been lengthened to 450 yards — up from 440 yards in 2025 — after the front of the tee … Read more
Los Angeles Golf Club has been crowned the 2026 TGL champions after sweeping Jupiter Links GC 2-0 in the SoFi Cup final, capping a dominant playoff run that saw Collin Morikawa, Justin Rose, Tommy Fleetwood, and Sahith Theegala earn $9 million in prize money — $2.25 million per player. The indoor golf league co-founded by … Read more
The 2026 Masters Tournament purse has swelled to $21 million, with the winner taking home approximately $3.78 million along with the green jacket. It’s a staggering figure that would have been unimaginable just a decade ago, when the total purse was $10 million. The growth reflects broader forces reshaping professional golf’s economics: the LIV Golf … Read more
Launch monitors have transformed how golfers of all levels understand and improve their swings. These sophisticated devices capture dozens of data points in the fraction of a second between club-ball contact and the ball’s first few feet of flight, providing insights that were previously available only to touring professionals. Whether you’ve used one during a … Read more
Trout National, the private club designed by Tiger Woods’ TGR Design and backed by Mike Trout, opens April 15 in Vineland, NJ. Built on a former sand mine, it features an 18-hole course, lit short course, and lavish clubhouse.
LIV Golf has announced “LIV For Good,” a sustainability and community impact platform aiming to reach five million young people through sport, community development, and environmental initiatives by 2032. The announcement comes alongside a significantly expanded 2026 schedule that includes first-time events in South Africa and New Orleans, extended 72-hole formats, and a 57-player field … Read more
The Los Angeles Golf Club has swept the Jupiter Links Golf Club 2-0 to claim the TGL Championship at the SoFi Center, capping a second season that demonstrated the indoor golf league’s staying power as a legitimate competitive format. Powered by a star-studded roster featuring Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Rose, and Collin Morikawa, LA Golf Club’s … Read more
The 2026 Masters Tournament will feature 22 players making their Augusta National debut — the largest class of first-timers in recent memory. In a field of 91, nearly one in four competitors will be navigating Amen Corner, reading Augusta’s treacherous greens, and managing the sensory overload of the Masters for the very first time. History … Read more
Best golf courses in Colorado offer some of the most spectacular mountain scenery and challenging layouts in North America. From high-altitude courses near Aspen to championship tracks surrounding Denver, Colorado has become a premier golf destination. This guide explores the finest courses across the state, organized by region, with insights on altitude effects, seasonal timing, … Read more
Los Angeles Golf Club are the 2026 TGL champions after sweeping Jupiter Links 2-0 in the SoFi Cup Finals, capping a dominant season with a 9-2 victory in the deciding match. Justin Rose, Tommy Fleetwood, and Sahith Theegala combined for three consecutive eagles in the finals, producing one of the most electrifying sequences in the … Read more
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