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Newsweek
5 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
PGA Tour Brass Defends Rory McIlroy's Choice to Skip The Memorial
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. It is a special week on the PGA Tour. The world's best golfers have descended upon Muirfield Village in Ohio for the Memorial Tournament. Well, most of the world's best are playing. Rory McIlroy turned heads when he decided to skip the tournament for the first time in nine years. Nicklaus acknowledged even he was surprised to hear of McIlroy's decision earlier this week. Although, he made it clear it was his choice to make and he does not hold it against him. PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan took it a step further defending the Northern Irishman. "The beauty of our model is that our players have the ability to select their schedule," Monahan said. "What Rory McIlroy has done, I think he's played in this tournament every year since 2017. And you look at the tournaments that he's supported. I don't have any concern, because you look at this on balance over time, his support of our tournaments and our partners is extraordinary." PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLORIDA - MARCH 17: Jay Monahan, Commissioner of the PGA TOUR, congratulates Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland for winning the playoff in the final round of THE PLAYERS Championship on the Stadium... PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLORIDA - MARCH 17: Jay Monahan, Commissioner of the PGA TOUR, congratulates Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland for winning the playoff in the final round of THE PLAYERS Championship on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass on March 17, 2025 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) More Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images Indeed, McIlroy has been a mainstay at nearly every significant tournament on tour for more than a decade. In the post-Tiger Woods era of domination, the five-time major champion took up the mantle of being the face of the PGA Tour. That includes initially digging his heels in against LIV Golf upon its emergence in 2022. Earlier this year, McIlroy completed the grand slam, winning the 2025 Masters Tournament in dramatic fashion. Since that time, he has made three starts; namely the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, the Truist Championship (formerly Wells Fargo) and the PLAYERS Championship. The last of which was his worst performance of the year. He finished tied for 47th after barely making the cut. During the PLAYERS, it was revealed that McIlroy's driver failed USGA random testing. That forced the 36-year-old to switch out heads before teeing off that week. Interestingly, McIlroy then opted not to speak to the media following all four rounds. That alone brought its own set of criticism from fans. Nicklaus, when addressing the topic on Tuesday, said that while he cannot speak for McIlroy, he always felt it prudent to speak to the media. Rory McIlroy is slated to play in next week's RBC Canadian Open. He has always preferred playing the week before a major, and with the U.S. Open at Oakmont on tap in two weeks, maybe that is why he made the decision to sit out The Memorial. More Golf: Scottie Scheffler's Statement on New PGA Tour Championship Format
Toronto Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
What's up with Rory McIlroy?
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland plays his shot from the ninth tee during the first round of THE PLAYERS Championship on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass on March 13, 2025 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Photo by Richard Heathcote / Getty Images North America WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of On Tour with Jon McCarthy, Postmedia's Rob Wong chats with Toronto SUN National Golf Writer Jon McCarthy about Rory McIlroy declining to speak with the media at the PGA Championship, why he isn't playing at this year's Memorial Tournament, what to expect from next week's Canadian Open and the upcoming U.S. Open. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Toronto & GTA Sunshine Girls Sunshine Girls Tennis NFL
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rickie Fowler to play 2025 Travelers Championship
CROMWELL, Conn. (WTNH) — Having first appeared at the Travelers Championship as an amateur 15 years ago, Rickie Fowler will be back again this year, appearing as a seasoned professional. The 36-year-old Florida native had a sponsor exemption for his first Travelers play in 2009. This year's tournament will be his seventh appearance at TPC River Highlands. Golf's greatest ready for Travelers Championship Travelers executive vice president and chief administrative officer Andy Bessette said Fowler has been a fan favorite since he joined the PGA Tour. 'He has inspired a generation of kids through his success on the course, his approach, and his sense of style. He'll have some of the biggest galleries at TPC River Highlands this year, and a lot of people will be rooting that he has a great week,' Bessette said. Fowler has six wins in his PGA Tour career, won THE PLAYERS Championship in 2015, and has been a member of Team USA at the Ryder Cup five times. Rory McIlroy commits to 2025 Travelers Championship The Travelers Championship is scheduled for June 16 through June 22. Other athletes committed to play include Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa, Scottie Scheffler, and Xander Schauffele. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Ryder Cup Asst. Captain Gets Nod as Lead Man for 2026 Presidents Cup
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Stepping into a captain's shoes is a tough task, especially in high-pressure sports like golf, where the weight of responsibility, combined with the expectations to perform at the highest level, is on top. And nobody can know it better than the 15-time Major winner, Tiger Woods, who led the U.S. team as playing captain during the 2019 Presidents Cup. Under his guidance, the U.S. team retained the cup with a narrow 16-14 victory. This dominance is nothing new for the Americans, who have been setting the standard at the Presidents Cup since its inception in 1994, having won 13 of the 15 events played. The 2026 Presidents Cup will be held at Medinah Country Club, and with have a new captain. ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 23: Geoff Ogilvy of Australia watches his tee shot on the fifth hole as Brandt Snedeker looks on during the second round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club... ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 23: Geoff Ogilvy of Australia watches his tee shot on the fifth hole as Brandt Snedeker looks on during the second round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on September 23, 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) More Getty Images On Tuesday, Monahan announced that American golfer Brandt Snedeker and Australia's Geoff Ogilvy would lead the 2026 Presidents Cup as captains. Both professionals are highly experienced. The American professional, Snedeker, with nine PGA Tour wins under his belt, competed in the 2013 Presidents Cup, where the U.S. team triumphed with an 18.5-15.5 win. Additionally, he also served as a captain's assistant in 2024. He will also play a pivotal role in this year's Ryder Cup as a vice-captain. The event is set to take place from September 25-28 at Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York, adding another layer of complexity to his role. When Snedeker learned about his new position, he was, "Just very humbled, kind of shocked, to be honest with you," he said during a conference call with reporters on Tuesday. "I got the call a couple weeks ago. Trying to wrap my head around what this is going to look like and then what this is going to entail," he added. "Just super honored, super humbled to be leading this team and be part of this great history of the Presidents Cup and the captain that came before me." Jay Monahan, Commissioner of the PGA Tour speaks to the media in a press conference prior to THE PLAYERS Championship on THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass on March 07, 2023 in Ponte Vedra... Jay Monahan, Commissioner of the PGA Tour speaks to the media in a press conference prior to THE PLAYERS Championship on THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass on March 07, 2023 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. MoreThe commissioner also added, saying, Snedeker is a "proven leader" with experience representing the United States in team competition and building a family foundation. Monahan continued, "I know he will be a tremendous captain and asset for the U.S. team in 2026." On the other hand, Ogilvy, who is a 3-time Presidents Cup competitor and major champion, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "It's a humbling thing. It's a great honor." "It's exciting. It's clearly an away game, but it's exciting to be on a course that I've come to know really, really well over the last few years." Ogilvy's experience at Medinah Country Club's No. 3 Course gives him a unique understanding of the course. Monahan also praised the Australian pro, saying, "Geoff Ogilvy is the perfect captain to lead the International Team into Chicago in 2026... Geoff will capitalize on the upward trend of the International Team." With these talented and experienced captains, the 2026 Presidents Cup, scheduled for September 22-27 at Medinah Country Club's Course No. 3. promises to be an unforgettable event. What do you think? Will the U.S. team continue its dominance, or will the International Team finally break through? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below! More Golf: Tiger Woods Hits Career Low Point on PGA Tour amid Achilles Injury
USA Today
08-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Adam Scott Tee Times, Live Stream, TV Coverage
Adam Scott Tee Times, Live Stream, TV Coverage | Masters Tournament, April 10-13, 2025 Before Scott tees off in Augusta, GA, let's take a look at his recent form to help you make your best bets. How to watch Adam Scott at the Masters Tournament Date: April 10-13, 2025 April 10-13, 2025 TV: ESPN ESPN Location: Augusta, GA Augusta, GA Course: Augusta National Golf Club Augusta National Golf Club Live Stream: Watch LIVE with Fubo! ESPN+ is the new home of PGA TOUR LIVE. Sign up now to access 4,300+ hours of live coverage from 35 PGA TOUR tournaments this year. Adam Scott's last five tournaments Date Tournament Finish Score Earnings March 20-23 Valspar Championship 57 +3 $19,749 March 13-17 THE PLAYERS Championship MC +2 $0 March 6-9 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard 36 +3 $96,750 February 13-16 The Genesis Invitational 37 +1 $96,500 January 30 - February 2 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am 22 -10 $158,273 Recent stats for Scott Over his last 14 rounds, Scott has ended the day under par five times, while also registering six rounds with a better-than-average score. He has not finished any of his last 14 rounds with one of the 10 best scores of the day. Scott has finished within five strokes of the day's top spot on the leaderboard in four of his last 14 rounds, . Adam Scott odds to win Golf odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 1:17 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
