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October 28th, 2026

VidantaWorld Mexico Open DFS picks 2026: This bomber is the perfect course-fit

After a weather-shortened finish in Bermuda that saw Austin Smotherman win his second straight tournament, the PGA Tour heads south of the border for the Mexico Open. Dating back to 1944, the VidantaWorld Mexico Open has quite a historical past and has been considered Mexico’s national championship. Located a few miles off the Pacific coast Read more…

October 28th, 2026

What a hockey goalie can teach you about golf

Last week, multiple people sent me the same viral video clip, understandable given how closely the subject aligned with my interests. The video was an interview with a hockey player (my other favorite sport) on the psychology of performance (my favorite subject). When describing his 34-save effort to beat the reigning Stanley Cup champion Carolina Read more…

October 28th, 2026

Internet Invitational superlatives, Ep. 1: Luke Kwon’s redemption, Bobby Ray’s threat and Claire Hogel’s bizarre conversation starter

The Internet Invitational is back and bigger than ever. With 64 players in the field and $4 million on the line, Barstool Sports and Bob Does Sports’ viral sensation has gone from surprise hit to internet juggernaut in the span of just 12 months. So for each episode of II2, we’ll be dishing out superlatives Read more…

PGA Tour

October 28th, 2026

PGA Tour deepens partnership with PGA Tour of Australasia and DP World Tour

The expanded partnership strengthens global pathways and commercial alignment, with co-sanctioning of the Australian PGA Championship confirmed for a further three years.

October 27th, 2026

Austin Smotherman keeps rolling, wins weather-shortened Bermuda Championship in Monday playoff

Smotherman needed 100 starts to win his first PGA Tour event. He needed only one more to win his second.

October 27th, 2026

The clubs Austin Smotherman used to win the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship

Smotherman, who ranked 10th in strokes gained/approach the green for the week, uses Titleist T100 irons with KBS Tour 125 S+ shafts.

US Open

July 2nd, 2026

How Bobby Jones’ 1926 US Open win at Scioto Country Club inspired this all-time famous quote about tournament golf

A century ago, Jones was moved to make an observation about his 1926 US Open experience and the challenges of tournament golf that echo through the decades and remains pointed and pertinent today.

June 25th, 2026

Tiger wins the 2026 US Senior Open. You mean, there’s a chance? 

More history beckons Tiger Woods post-50, if he can summon the energy and will.

June 23rd, 2026

9 things I learned from pros at the 2026 US Open

Among the lessons: a balanced approach to your golf swing is the best one.

LIV Golf

October 27th, 2026

LIV Golf’s latest signing turns heads as clock ticks on its proposed 2027 relaunch

Mark King joins as senior adviser as LIV Golf tries to secure its future.

October 27th, 2026

LIVE UPDATE: Who has left LIV Golf (so far) and those still weighing up their options before reported October 30 deadline

Which players have left, which haven’t and which are still sitting on the fence? Let’s take a look.

October 27th, 2026

LIV Golf’s collapse leaves the DP World Tour facing a promise it can’t afford to keep

The DP World Tour has spent too long living off decisions made by others, and if it wants a future of its own making, helping finish off LIV – and strengthening its brand in the process – is a sensible place to start.

AGD All-Access Pass articles

October 23rd, 2026

Editor’s letter: The pro will know

Who is the modern-day PGA professional in Australia?

October 23rd, 2026

Heating up

This is the summer our tour steps into the spotlight.

October 23rd, 2026

Top 100 Spotlight: RACV Cape Schanck Resort

Robert Trent Jones Jnr’s layout at RACV Cape Schanck Resort is the publicly accessible, ‘junior’ version of its venerable Mornington Peninsula neighbour, the Old course at The National Golf Club. Trent Jones Jnr penned both and the two courses opened in the same year: 1988. The similarities between the pair are evident from the outset. Read more…

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The swing fix that sparked Rickie Fowler’s comeback

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The clever way tour pros use data to aim

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How to play

October 27th, 2026

Short and tight? Here are some simple exercises to get your old backswing back

While the idea of staying fit is one motivation for training, better golf performance remains at the forefront, and training to make a better coil in the backswing can help.

October 22nd, 2026

How to stop hitting pop-ups off the tee 

No one wants sky marks on their $1,000 driver.

October 22nd, 2026

Putting: Get laser focused

Try Aaron Rai’s simple tip to make more putts.

What to play

October 27th, 2026

The clubs Austin Smotherman used to win the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship

Smotherman, who ranked 10th in strokes gained/approach the green for the week, uses Titleist T100 irons with KBS Tour 125 S+ shafts.

October 23rd, 2026

Technology: On the inside track

The game’s simulator craze is creating a new kind of golf business. Knowing exactly what you are selling is the key to making it work.

October 23rd, 2026

Golf essentials: Early Christmas

Early Christmas Gift ideas for the special golfer in your life.

Where to play

October 25th, 2026

Why this sneaky North American golf destination needs to be on your radar

The climb up the staircase to the 11th tee at The Links at Crowbush Cove takes about 30 seconds. Trees overhang and cleats click against the wood. Upon reaching the top, everything opens—and you’re hit with the salty ocean air. Locals call it Prince Edward Island’s own “stairway to heaven.” Red sand on the beach Read more…

October 23rd, 2026

Top 100 Spotlight: RACV Cape Schanck Resort

Robert Trent Jones Jnr’s layout at RACV Cape Schanck Resort is the publicly accessible, ‘junior’ version of its venerable Mornington Peninsula neighbour, the Old course at The National Golf Club. Trent Jones Jnr penned both and the two courses opened in the same year: 1988. The similarities between the pair are evident from the outset. Read more…

October 22nd, 2026

Travel: Habour city havens

From The Lakes Golf Club to the sprawling greater west, the Australian PGA Championship provides the perfect starting point for discovering a city that rewards golfers who venture beyond its tourist centre.

Women in Golf

October 28th, 2026

‘Too good’: Min Woo Lee backs star sister to bounce back

October 25th, 2026

Yuri Yoshida hits every fairway during the final round in Korea on the way to her first LPGA title

October 25th, 2026

Grace Kim rises up rankings with equal-sixth in South Korea

Golf Rules

October 23rd, 2026

5 misunderstood rules

October 21st, 2026

Rules Review: Before replacing my ball, I checked to see how wet the green was with my palm. Is that a penalty?

October 18th, 2026

LPGA veteran slapped with 2-stroke penalty while contending in China

Opinion

October 24th, 2026

Stupid Golf Problems: I’m a member of the ‘slow group’ – How do I fix it?

October 23rd, 2026

Editor’s letter: The pro will know

October 23rd, 2026

Opinion: When content is king