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McIlroy overcomes Reed, wins Dubai Desert Classic by 1 shot

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- Rory McIlroy watched his 15-foot birdie putt roll into the cup, clenched his fist and let out a roar to celebrate a victory that felt bigger and sweeter than most.

By The Associated Press January 30, 2023

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland celebrates after he won the the Dubai Desert Classic, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Monday, Jan. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili)

Max Homa rallies from five down for sixth PGA Tour career win

Max Homa did what his beloved Los Angeles Dodgers couldn't do back in October: win in San Diego.

By BERNIE WILSON / The Associated Press January 28, 2023

AP photo by Gregory Bull / Max Homa watches his tee shot on the second hole of the South Course at Torrey Pines during the final round of the PGA Tour's Farmers Insurance Open on Saturday in San Diego.

Rory McIlroy in no mood for reunion, reconciliation with Patrick Reed

Another battle between Rory McIlroy and Patrick Reed began to take shape Wednesday.

By STEVE DOUGLAS / The Associated Press January 25, 2023

AP file photo by Martin Dokoupil / Rory McIlroy, No. 1 in the Official World Golf Ranking, is returning to competition at the Dubai Desert Classic this week after an extended break at the end of last year and into 2023.

Golf roundup: Jon Rahm holds off PGA Tour rookie to continue hot streak

Jon Rahm's look of relief Sunday said everything about what it took for the Spanish star to secure his latest PGA Tour victory.

By The Associated Press January 22, 2023

AP photo by Mark J. Terrill / Jon Rahm greets his family after winning Sunday's PGA Tour event in La Quinta, Calif.

CW Network, LIV Golf announce TV partnership

Five weeks before it second season tees off, LIV Golf finally has a television partner.

By DOUG FERGUSON / The Associated Press January 19, 2023

AP file photo by Lynne Sladky / LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman, left, said the second-year tour's announcement of a TV partnership with the CW Network made Thursday a "momentous day" and another step forward by the fledgling circuit.

Jon Rahm rides wave to Maui win after Collin Morikawa’s wipeout

Jon Rahm left Maui with a trophy he wasn't expecting, all because of a collapse from Collin Morikawa no one saw coming.

By DOUG FERGUSON / The Associated Press January 8, 2023

AP photo by Matt York / Jon Rahm celebrates his birdie putt on the 18th green during the final round of the PGA Tour's Tournament of Champions on Sunday in Kapalua, Hawaii.

Kathy Whitworth, winningest golfer in history, dies at 83

Kathy Whitworth set a benchmark in golf no one has ever touched, whether it was Sam Snead or Tiger Woods, Mickey Wright or Annika Sorenstam. Her 88 victories are the most by any player on a single professional tour.

By The Associated Press December 26, 2022

Kathy Whitworth responds to the crowd as she prepares to tee off during the Tournament of Champions golf tournament at Locust Hill Country Club in Pittsford, N.Y. on June 20, 2006. Former LPGA Tour player Whitworth, whose 88 victories are the most by any golfer on a single professional tour, died on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, night, her longtime partner said. She was 83. (Carlos Ortiz/Democrat & Chronicle via AP, File)

Masters to keep criteria, invite all eligible players in ‘23

Players who defected from the PGA Tour to join Saudi-funded LIV Golf are still welcome at the Masters next year, even as Augusta National officials expressed disappointment Tuesday in the division it has caused in golf.

By Doug Ferguson December 20, 2022

FILE - Patrick Reed watches his shot from the third tee during the final round of the LIV Golf Team Championship at Trump National Doral Golf Club, Oct. 30, 2022, in Doral, Fla. Players who defected from the PGA Tour to join Saudi-funded LIV Golf are still welcome at the Masters next year, even as Augusta National officials expressed disappointment Tuesday, Dec. 20, in the division it has caused in golf. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

Golf roundup: Vijay Singh and son finally win PNC Championship

Vijay Singh and his son finally cashed in on their 16th try at the PNC Championship.

By The Associated Press December 18, 2022

AP photo by Kevin Kolczynski / Vijay Singh, left, and his son Qass talk before teeing off the first hole during Saturday's first round of the PNC Championship in Orlando, Fla.

Golf roundup: Rookie team wins QBE Shootout; Baylor grad Harris English third

Sahith Theegala was a thankful for a taste of PGA Tour success, even in a team event against a small field in December.

By The Associated Press December 11, 2022

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