The New York Times – Sports:
Ben Curtis was an international sensation after he won a major tournament on his first try. He is thrilled to have a quieter life now.
Category: Golf
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Cameron Smith Will Try To Defend His British Open Championship
The New York Times – Sports:
Smith, defending a major tournament title for the first time this week, is happy not to get too worked up about much of anything.
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Women’s Golf, and Its Players, Sees Rise in Money
The New York Times – Sports:
Prize money has been growing, and players are landing sponsors. “Elevating purses continues to elevate everyone,” said the L.P.G.A. commissioner.
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Pressured by U.S., PGA Tour and Saudi Fund Drop Key Part of Golf Deal
The New York Times – Sports:
The two parties had promised not to poach each other’s players. Their decision to abandon that clause removes one of the few binding provisions of the agreement that has rocked golf.
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The Five Players to Watch at the Scottish Open
The New York Times – Sports:
Many of the top golfers will be in Scotland. Here are a few hoping to break into their ranks.
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The Genesis Scottish Open Rises in Stature
The New York Times – Sports:
The course is considered a solid testing ground for the British Open, a major played just down the road a few days later.
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Xander Schauffele Returns to Scottish Open Looking to Repeat
The New York Times – Sports:
He won four tournaments, including the Scottish Open, in a strong 2022, but has not won in a year.
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PGA Tour Wanted Greg Norman Ousted as Part of Saudi Deal
The New York Times – Sports:
The American circuit’s efforts were made public in documents that Congress released on Tuesday.
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Other Sports Faced Congress’s Glare. Now Golf Will Get Its Turn.
The New York Times – Sports:
A Senate hearing on Tuesday is just one part of Washington’s scrutiny of the PGA Tour’s deal with Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund.