‘Should be banned’: New rules for golf scourge
Time wasters in golf could be in for a shock, with new rules to penalise slow play and a tiresome technique used by the likes of Adam Scott panned.
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Tiger Woods hit with sad family tragedy
Legendary golfer Tiger Woods has taken to social media to confirm tragic personal news that has devastated the golf world.
LPGA winner’s plan to honour idol and snare Aussie title
Australian LPGA winner Grace Kim has opened up on the pressure to achieve the WPGA Championship on home soil, as she strives to honour her idol, golfing icon Karrie Webb.
LIV’s shock opening as Smith shuts down Aussie hopes
People from all around Australia travel to the LIV event in Adelaide and they’ll have to keep travelling after Cam Smith delivered an update on future events.
Rory’s ‘perfect start’ begins with title
Golf: Rory McIlroy has won the Pebble Beach title by 2 shots to claim his 27th career title.
Ranked: Who should really be named SA’s top sporting hero?
We’ve named the top 100 athletes, teams and sporting icons from South Australia. But did we get it right? Rate our full list here.
Davis pulls off ABSURD shot of tree root
Golf: Cam Davis has produced one of the best shots of 2025 in the closing stages at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Aussie stunner not enough in $32m chase
Cam Davis made a spectacular finish at Pebble Beach but, after starting within touching distance of a payday close to $6m, came up short.
Proverbs prevails in thrilling Webex Players Series finish
Queenslander Blake Proverbs has broken through for a professional win after taking out the Webex Players Series event on the Murray River. But he did need some luck in the play-off.
Kim holds Tournament of Champions lead
Golf: South Korean A Lim Kim looks likely to secure the win at the Tournament of Champions.
Cam Davis holds strong at Pebble Beach
Golf: Cam Davis remains close to the lead at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Thomas finishes in style, Davis in 2nd
Golf: Aussie Cam Davis is in second place at the halfway point of the pebble beach pro, while the rest of the day was full of action.
Scheffler shot off the beach stuns
Golf: Scottie Scheffler was able to recover from a long walk to find his ball on the beach, pulling off a remarkable shot.
Scheffler talks through insane beach hit
PGA: Scottie Scheffler spoke of his relief after having to hit off the beach and ultimately save par in a crazy last hole.
Davis makes strong start at Pebble beach
Golf: Australian Cam Davis has gotten off to a strong start to his second round at the Pebble beach course.
‘We were right’: Norman remains defiant about up-ending golf world
Greg Norman has declared that the merger of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf means he was right and has ‘absolutely zero’ regrets despite criticism of his role as head of the Saudi-backed Tour rival.
Aussie champ unveils major change
Adam Scott won the Masters after turning to a long putter and another Australian superstar has wheeled out the long stick for the first time.
Cam Davis tied for clubhouse lead
Golf: Aussie Cam Davis has gotten off to a hot start at the Pebble beach Pro-Am, shooting a -7 to take the clubhouse lead.
Twin aces stun as Aussie gun sizzles in $30m chase
Two Irish stars both made a hole-in-one in amazing scenes at Pebble Beach but are chasing an Aussie gun armed with a special weapon.
McIlroy stuns crowd with incredible ace
Golf: Rory McIlroy seemed to stun the crowd and himself after he sunk a spectacular ace at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am
‘More penal’: Only answer to golf scourge
Most sports are speeding up to cater to the modern world, but golf is slowing down and it’s a problem that only has one solution.
Tiger triumph while Scott shines in TGL
Golf: Aussie Adam Scott made an impressive mark in his TGL debut but it was Tiger Woods’ team that secured an important win.
‘About right’: Tiger innovation sparks debate
Slow play is becoming a scourge of golf around the world, but an innovation unveiled in Tiger Woods’ indoor league is gathering support.
McIlroy PUMPED after clutch Scott putt
Golf: Rory McIlroy was all smiles following Adam Scott’s clutch birdie putt at the TGL.
Tiger troubles in the bunker
TGL: Tiger Woods had trouble getting out of the bunker in the TGL competition on Hole 3.
Kisner off target in shot to win
TGL: Kevin Kisner was in disbelief after messing up a putt for the green in the TGL tournament.
Scott shot one of the best of the TGL
TGL: Adam Scott delivered an impressive drive on hole four that had teammates cheering in the TGL.
Nine holes before school – life of an 8yo golf prodigy
Golf every day, rowing machines, medicine balls and constant interstate travel – it’s all in a day’s work for this eight-year old wunderkind, and he wouldn’t have it any other way.
Major change gives Lee ‘fresh start’ in chase for Aussie history
After an underwhelming display at the 2024 Australian Open, Minjee Lee has made one major tweak to her game as she looks to create some Aussie golfing history in 2025.
‘Best golf I’ve played’: Veteran’s return to winning ways
As Michael Wright secured his first win in 14 years, the only person recording the moment with their phone missed one of the most important elements, but he’s not concerned. Here’s how it happened.
Novak’s element-defying birdie putt!
Golf: Andrew Novak has pulled off an incredible element-defying putt to secure a birdie at the Farmers Insurance Open.
Rising golf star handed medical exemption after freak accident
He’s lost sight in one eye after a freak on-course accident last year, but rising golfer Jeff Guan has been assured there’s a path back to the pro ranks when he’s ready.
Dutton hits back at lunch scheme dig
Peter Dutton has hit back at recent criticism of an Opposition election pledge to give small businesses $20,000 of tax-deductible lunches.
Max Homa’s HORROR opening hole
Golf: Max Homa had a shocker to open the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines
Aussie star’s truth bomb about PGA Tour
Only six of the world’s top 25 players will be at an event Tiger Woods won eight times as the profound impact of LIV on the PGA Tour plays out in real time.
‘Can’t believe it’ Day’s putting agony
Golf: Jason Day was in the American Express hunt and came so close on multiple occasions on the back-9, however falling just short, time and…
Day’s drive clear after costly final-hole blunder
Jason Day cost himself an extra six-figures with a final-hole fade-out in California but still made a tidy sum for his podium finish.
PGA pro’s horror 13 shot hole
Golf: William Mouw has had a nightmare hole at the American Express, taking 13 shots to finish hole 16, thanks to an 18-foot bunker.
Day sinks “very tidy” chip
Golf: Jason Day has scored an incredible chip shot from the rough on the 9th hole at the final round of The American Express.
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