The New York Times – Sports:
Stenson was removed as he appeared set to join the Saudi-financed series. Former President Trump, whose course will host the next LIV series event, urged players to “take the money.”
Category: McIlroy, Rory
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At the British Open, Another Letdown for Rory McIlroy
The New York Times – Sports:
McIlroy, the 2014 Open winner and a son of Northern Ireland, was a gallery favorite in Scotland. But his streak of major tournament misery will stretch into 2023.
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Cameron Smith Wins the 150th British Open at St. Andrews
The New York Times – Sports:
The Australian, who tied for third at the Masters in April, overtook Rory McIlroy with a brilliant final round to capture his first major championship.
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Rory McIlroy Has a Big Day at the British Open. Viktor Hovland Follows.
The New York Times – Sports:
McIlroy leapfrogged to the top of the leaderboard with a stunning bunker shot on No. 10 for eagle. He and Hovland were tied heading into the final round on Sunday.
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Could a Scot Please Win the British Open One Day? Is That Too Much to Ask?
The New York Times – Sports:
The last golfer from Scotland to win the British Open was Paul Lawrie in 1999 at Carnoustie, and his victory was somewhat of a fluke.
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At the British Open, It’s the PGA Tour Faithful Against LIV Golf
The New York Times – Sports:
“Everybody, it feels like, is against us, and that’s OK,” said Talor Gooch, a LIV golfer tied for eighth at seven under after the second round. Cameron Smith held the lead at 13 under par.
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Who Engraves the British Open’s Claret Jug on Sunday?
The New York Times – Sports:
Garry Harvey, who once played the Open and now engraves the claret jug, has mere minutes to prepare one of the most famous trophies in sports as millions watch.
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For the Scottish Open, the Renaissance Club Toughens Up
The New York Times – Sports:
After it first hosted the Open in 2019, some players said the course was too easy. Changes were made.
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Will LIV Golf Diminish PGA Tour Events Like the Travelers Championship?
The New York Times – Sports:
A prized mainstay of Connecticut’s sporting calendar for 70 years, the Travelers has become more than just a golf tournament.