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- 1Japan Turns Abandoned Golf Courses Into Solar FarmsβΌShort on Land, Japan Is Building Solar Farms on Old Golf Courses
Japan is converting disused golf courses into solar farms as the country searches for land to expand renewable energy. With limited open space and hundreds of courses closed since the 1990s golf boom faded, utilities and developers see the sites as ideal: flat, cleared, and already connected to roads. Coverage from Yale E360 and Yahoo highlights the trend as a model for land-scarce countries racing to cut emissions.
- 2Golf Saudi Expands Commitment to Women's Golf at Home and AbroadβΌGolf Saudi Strengthens Long-Term Commitment to Womenβs Golf in the Kingdom and on the World Stage
Golf Saudi has announced a strengthened long-term commitment to developing women's golf, both within Saudi Arabia and internationally. The announcement, carried by the LPGA, signals continued investment in growing the female game in the Kingdom and in supporting Saudi players and events on the world stage. It reflects the organisation's broader push to expand golf participation and profile through women's programmes.
- 3LIV Golf star demands answers over league's silenceβΌLIV Golf star blasts league for keeping players in the dark: 'We need answers!'
A LIV Golf player has publicly criticised the Saudi-backed circuit, saying officials are keeping players in the dark about key issues and demanding transparency. 'We need answers,' the golfer said, voicing frustration over a lack of communication from league leadership. The comments add to ongoing questions surrounding the tour's direction and its players' futures.
- 4World Golf Hall of Fame names 2027 finalistsβΌWorld Golf Hall of Fame announces 2027 finalists, including Justin Rose, Inbee Park, Jim Nantz
The World Golf Hall of Fame has announced its finalists for the 2027 class, with Justin Rose, Inbee Park and broadcaster Jim Nantz among those on the list. Rose is a US Open champion and Olympic gold medallist, Park a seven-time major winner, and Nantz one of golf's most recognisable broadcasters. Induction decisions will follow from the finalist field.
- 5World Golf Hall of Fame Reveals Class of 2027 FinalistsβΌWorld Golf Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2027 Finalists
The World Golf Hall of Fame has announced the finalists for its Class of 2027, putting a new group of candidates in the running for induction into the sport's highest honor. The announcement, made by the Hall of Fame alongside the LPGA and golf authorities, kicks off the selection process toward the 2027 enshrinement class.
- 6Presidents Cup Called Ideal Outcome for American GolfβΌIt may not seem like it, but this was the ideal Presidents Cup for America
Golf Digest argues that the latest Presidents Cup, despite how it may have looked, was the ideal result for the American team. The piece suggests the contest served US golf well in ways that are not immediately obvious to fans. Reaction so far has been limited, with the argument circulating mainly among golf readers.
- 7Hazmat situation declared after fire near Teal Bend Golf Course in SacramentoβΌHazmat situation as fire ignites building near Teal Bend Golf Course in Sacramento
A fire broke out in a building near the Teal Bend Golf Course in Sacramento, prompting authorities to declare a hazmat situation. Emergency crews responded to the blaze, and responders are treating the scene as hazardous, though details on injuries, the cause, and what materials triggered the hazmat response have not yet been released.
- 8Presidents Cup Day 3 Four-ball and Foursomes HighlightsβPresidents Cup Highlights | Day 3 Four-ball & Foursomes | 2026
The PGA Tour released highlights of Day 3 four-ball and foursomes matches at the 2026 Presidents Cup. The round featured the traditional alternate-shot and best-ball format pairs as the International team and the United States battled for points heading into the final day. Fans are sharing and discussing the key shots and momentum swings from the session.
- 9LPGA Signs New Deal With Golf Saudi as PIF Steps BackβLPGA Signs New Deal With Golf Saudi as PIF Quit Women's Golf Too After LIV's Bankruptcy
The LPGA has signed a new deal with Golf Saudi, according to reports, while the Public Investment Fund is also scaling back its involvement in women's golf. The development follows LIV Golf's reported bankruptcy, raising questions about Saudi Arabia's wider strategy in professional golf and what the new partnership means for the women's tour's finances and schedule.
- 10Tennis Australia to Run the 2028 Presidents CupβWhy Tennis Australia Is Running the Next Presidents Cup in 2028
Tennis Australia will organise the next edition of the Presidents Cup in 2028, according to Front Office Sports. The Presidents Cup is traditionally a golf competition between the United States and an international team, so the appointment of a tennis governing body to run the event is drawing attention and prompting questions about how the partnership will work.
- 11World Golf Hall of Fame reveals 14 finalists for Class of 2027βWorld Golf Hall of Fame announces 14 finalists for Class of 2027
The World Golf Hall of Fame has announced its 14 finalists for induction in the Class of 2027. The shortlist covers players and contributors spanning the sport's history, and voting or selection will determine who is enshrined. Golf fans are weighing in on the names that made the cut and who was left out.
- 12Colorado golf course to close amid drought as Broomfield neighbors push backβColorado golf course closing after drought; neighbors in Broomfield fight to keep it watered
A golf course in Broomfield, Colorado is set to close because of ongoing drought conditions, but local neighbors are fighting the decision and campaigning to keep the course watered. The dispute highlights tensions between water conservation during Colorado's persistent dry spell and residents who value the green space. The closure would remove a longtime recreational amenity from the community.
- 13The putters behind Team USA's Presidents Cup comebackβThe putters that powered Team USAβs historic comeback at Presidents Cup
Team USA staged a historic comeback at the Presidents Cup, and attention has turned to the equipment that helped seal the win. Golf coverage has focused on the specific putters used by the American players during the decisive sessions, breaking down the flatsticks that delivered clutch putting under pressure as the team rallied to victory.
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Legal commentary is weighing possible precedent for a LIV Golf bankruptcy, with the Wisconsin Law Journal's 'Above Par' column taking up the question of how courts might treat such a filing. The discussion comes amid ongoing financial and legal uncertainty surrounding the Saudi-backed golf circuit.
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Golf Channel has published a report card style review of the Presidents Cup, assigning grades to players and teams based on their performances in the event. The piece separates those who passed from those who failed, offering an assessment of how competitors fared under pressure at the international team competition.
- 16PGA Tour Preview: The First Look at Bank of Utah ChampionshipβThe First Look: Bank of Utah Championship
The PGA Tour has released its First Look preview for the Bank of Utah Championship, outlining the field, course setup and key storylines ahead of the tournament. The event marks the Tour's arrival in Utah, and golf fans are checking the preview to see which players are teeing it up and what to expect from the new venue.