
Rory McIlroy Praises Kingston Heath Design Ahead of Australian Open Return
The two-time Masters winner will compete for a second Stonehaven Cup at the Melbourne sandbelt course in December, having previously rated it above Royal Melbourne.
Selected tournament coverage with an Asian vantage point: the Asian Tour, the region’s national opens and the players worth following.

South Africa's Casey Jarvis holds a two-shot advantage at 18-under par heading into the final round of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship at the Old Course, seeking his third DP World Tour victory this season.

The two-time Masters winner will compete for a second Stonehaven Cup at the Melbourne sandbelt course in December, having previously rated it above Royal Melbourne.

The 2026 Bridges Cup begins at Trump Turnberry's Ailsa Course in Scotland, where top U.S. mid-amateurs face an international team in match play.

Indian professional golfer Pranavi Urs holds a one-shot lead with three holes remaining in the final round of the Asian Games 2026 women's individual event in Aichi-Nagoya.

Singapore's Shannon Tan fired a seven-under-par 63 on Wednesday to establish a three-shot advantage at Kasugai Country Club, setting the pace in the 2026 Asian Games.

Singapore's Shannon Tan takes a two-shot lead in the 2026 Asian Games women's golf individual competition at Kasugai Country Club's East Course, Japan, after a second-round 64.

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has withdrawn from women's golf sponsorship, while Golf Saudi will back a new US$4 million co-sanctioned event from 2027. South Korean star Tom Kim is competing at the Asian Games for military service exemption.

The two-time Australian Open winner will join the US$1.2 million tournament at Royal Auckland & Grange Golf Club from February 18–21, 2027.

The USD 500,000 Ladies European Tour event in New Delhi, scheduled for October 22–25, also features past winners Liz Young and Olivia Cowan.

Japanese golfer Yuna Nishimura claimed her inaugural LPGA Tour victory with a 21-under-par performance, matching the tournament's scoring record.

Shannon Tan, Chen Xingtong, and Amanda Tan will represent Singapore at the Kasugai Country Club East Course from 1 October in Nagoya, Japan.

Australian veteran Adam Scott's long pursuit of a Presidents Cup victory faced another setback last week as the International team fell to the United States 17-13 at Medinah.

Brandt Snedeker's American squad rallied from a three-point deficit on the final day, defeating Geoff Ogilvy's International team 17-13 at Medinah.

The 22nd event of the 2026 LPGA Tour season, held at Pinnacle Country Club in Rogers, Arkansas, will award US$450,000 to its champion.

After securing four points for the International team, the South Korean star flew to Japan, where a gold medal could grant him an exemption from mandatory military service.

Japanese golfer Yuna Nishimura secured her maiden LPGA Tour victory with a five-shot win at Pinnacle Country Club, earning US$450,000 from the US$3 million purse.

The International team, featuring players from Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, and Japan, secured all five points in Friday's foursomes at Medina Country Club.

The 2026 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship at Pinnacle Country Club maintains its 54-hole format, with Japan's Miyu Yamashita among 144 players vying for a US$3 million purse.

Geoff Ogilvy's International side holds a 10½-7½ advantage over Brandt Snedeker's United States team as the final day of singles matches commences at Medinah Country Club.

Geoff Ogilvy's International team holds a 7-3 advantage over the USA squad heading into Saturday's four-ball matches at Medinah.

The 2026 Presidents Cup, featuring a significantly altered Medinah Country Club Course No. 3, is underway in Chicago, with the International Team fielding a strong contingent of Asian players.

American golfer JJ Spaun secured his first Rolex Series victory at the 2026 BMW PGA Championship, driven by a Presidents Cup omission and supported by a unique fan.

Khalin Joshi maintains a three-shot advantage at the Bengaluru Open, while Anvvi Dahiya leads the Hero Women's Professional Golf Tour, and Shiv Kapur is ahead in the AM Green IGPL Invitational.

International Team Captain Geoff Ogilvy is confident his side can break a 28-year losing streak against the United States at Medinah Country Club this September.

The United States team established a 3-2 lead over the International side after the opening day's four-ball matches at Medinah Country Club. Five foursomes matches are scheduled for Friday, 25 September.

The September 2026 edition of Inside Golf magazine provides analysis on the Presidents Cup, a profile on Scottie Scheffler, and details of the Australasian Tour's upcoming schedule, complemented by travel guides and equipment insights.

The 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah is showcasing a unique public deliberation process for team pairings, offering a strategic layer absent from the Ryder Cup.

The fifth edition of the Bengaluru Open features 132 professionals and one amateur competing for a prize fund of ₹1 crore, running from September 22-25.

Geoff Ogilvy and Brandt Snedeker face a Medinah No.3 course softened by recent rains, forcing a shift from the firm layout Ogilvy designed for the 16th Presidents Cup.

The biennial team competition features a remodelled No. 3 course by OCM, with International team captain Geoff Ogilvy having a hand in the design ahead of this week's event.

American J.J. Spaun claimed victory at Wentworth Golf Club on Sunday, with Australia's Adam Scott delivering a strong performance to finish just off the lead.

The current DP World Tour points leader withdrew during the second round at Wentworth Club, ending a challenging day after an opening 68.

Thai golfer Pavit Tangkamolprasert secured his third Asian Tour title with a dramatic final-hole birdie at Linkou International Golf & Country Club in Chinese-Taipei.

Team Europe secured a 15–13 victory over the United States at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands, reclaiming the Solheim Cup after a tightly contested three-day match play event.

The Scottish golfer secured his first Korn Ferry Tour victory at the Scarlet Course in Ohio, further solidifying his position for a 2027 PGA Tour card and earning a $270,000 winner's cheque.

The American golfer's final-round 61 earned him US$900,000 from the US$5 million purse at the FedEx Cup Fall Series opener in North Carolina.

The Spanish golfer concluded the 2026 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Club's West Course with an 11-over-par 155, finishing last among 138 competitors.

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs maintained tied-eighth place at the Ladies European Tour event in Spain, which was reduced to 54 holes after severe weather on Sunday, 20 September, left England's Charlotte Heath with a four-shot lead.

Gerard carded a second-round 65 at the DP World Tour's flagship event, establishing a two-shot advantage over Adam Scott heading into Saturday's third round.

The Serapong course will stage the tournament from 15-18 April, marking the return of Deutsche Bank as a marquee sponsor and extending Sentosa Golf Club's legacy as a premier championship venue.

The PGA Tour rookie fired a six-under 65 to hold his advantage over Ben Kohles heading into the final round at The Cliffs at Walnut Grove.

Adam Scott and Rory McIlroy are both two strokes off the lead at 11-under par, setting up a compelling final day pairing at Wentworth's West Course.

Rory McIlroy enters the final round of the DP World Tour's flagship event two strokes off the lead, following a dramatic eagle on the 18th hole at Wentworth Club on Saturday.

The removal of a diseased tree on the par-4 16th fairway has prompted discussion among professionals, including Ernie Els, regarding the course's future integrity.

The 2027 DP World Tour calendar introduces a new 'swing' structure with bonus pools, featuring key tournaments in China, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Australia.

The PGA Tour of Australasia maintains a flexible co-sanctioning model, drawing strong fields to events like the Australian Open and the unique Vic Open.

Australian Geoff Ogilvy will captain the International Team at the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club, a venue his design firm extensively renovated. The event runs from September 22–27.

Peter Uihlein competed in Taiwan without team branding, sparking speculation about his LIV Golf future amid the league's uncertain 2027 season and potential restructuring.

Indian golfer Khalin Joshi holds a two-stroke advantage at the Fairway Golf & Lake Resort, where the Rs 1 crore Nava Raipur Open is being contested over modified back-nine rounds.

Aditi Ashok, a silver medallist in 2023, leads the women's team alongside Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs at Kasugai Country Club East Course in Aichi-Nagoya.

The national open secures Deutsche Bank as its new title sponsor and the DP World Tour as a co-sanctioning partner, with the tournament returning to The Serapong at Sentosa Golf Club from 15–18 April.

The tournament, absent from the schedule since 2012, will feature a $160,000 prize fund and free spectator entry at City Golf Club in Toowoomba from October 2-4.

The rising Australian talent will compete at Kingston Heath for the Capital.com men's Australian Open and The Lakes for the BMW Australian PGA Championship in November and December.

The National Golf Association of the Philippines confirmed the Asian Tour-sanctioned Philippine Open will proceed from November 12 to 15 at Manila Southwoods, securing new backing from the Philippine Sports Commission.

The Irishman fired a spectacular 62 in improved second-round conditions at Trump International Doonbeg, as several notable players missed the cut.

The 17th edition, held from October 29 to November 1, 2026, at Te Arai Links in New Zealand, offers the winner entry to the 2027 Masters Tournament and 155th Open.

Current player rankings reveal 15 of the world's top 20 female golfers are ineligible for the biennial competition. This disparity drives calls for a revised structure, potentially including an International team or a mixed Presidents Cup.

The Saudi-backed golf league filed for Chapter 11 in New Jersey, supported by a US$49.6 million loan from the Public Investment Fund. This action may free players from existing contractual obligations.

Ajeetesh Sandhu and Stepan Danek opened with seven-under 65s to lead the INR 1 crore Chennai Open's first round at TNGF Cosmo Golf Course. Meanwhile, the Indian Golf Premier League prepares for its first second-half event in Ras Al Khaimah later this month.

Nine LIV Golf League players, including Jon Rahm, will compete at the Amgen Irish Open at Trump International Doonbeg. This event highlights broader player movements, with Asian Tour players also active on other circuits.

The 2006 US Open champion will play both major events this summer after captaining the International Team at the Presidents Cup. His schedule includes contests in Sydney and Melbourne, attracting significant local attention.

International team captain Geoff Ogilvy addressed concerns regarding his side's strength for the upcoming Presidents Cup at Medinah. He emphasised team cohesion and match play ability over individual world rankings, with Australian Min Woo Lee expected to play more matches.

Filipino professional Carl Corpus will use the upcoming ICTSI Philippine Golf Tour stop at Summit Point next week to sharpen his game. The 25-year-old aims for a third professional victory ahead of his Asian Games appearance in Japan later this month.

The 17th edition of the championship takes place at Te Arai Links' South Course from 29 October to 1 November. The winner earns invitations to the 2027 Masters Tournament and The 155th Open Championship.

Hong Kong-China claimed a wire-to-wire victory at Bayhood No. 9 Golf Club in Beijing, holding off Japan and South Korea, while the Philippine team placed ahead of several established regional golf nations.

Former US assistant captain Kevin Kisner recounted a heated exchange with International counterpart Camilo Villegas during the 2024 Presidents Cup. The dispute arose after Scottie Scheffler and Tom Kim's on-course interactions at Royal Montreal Golf Club.

Australian professional Cam Davis will compete at Kingston Heath Golf Club in December 2026, aiming for his second national title. He will also feature in the BMW Australian PGA Championship in November.

Seven Australian players, including the highest-ranked amateur in the field, will compete for the 17th Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in New Zealand this October. The winner secures berths in both the Masters Tournament and The Open Championship.

The 2027 Australian WPGA Championship will take place at Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club on the Gold Coast from March 4-7. This event, co-sanctioned by the WPGA Tour of Australasia and Ladies European Tour, will again feature the Festival of Golf.

Si Woo Kim, Hideki Matsuyama, Tom Kim, and Min Woo Lee secured their places for the September contest at Medinah Country Club, with Captain Geoff Ogilvy set to name his six picks this week.

Australian Adam Scott, aged 46, stands three shots from the lead entering the final round of the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club. He aims for a second victory in the event and to become the oldest FedExCup champion.

Australian Min Woo Lee holds a two-stroke advantage following a bogey-free 62 in the opening round of the Tour Championship at East Lake. He will play in the final pairing on Friday as the FedExCup Playoffs finale continues.

China's Ruoning Yin claimed her first LPGA Tour victory in 672 days at TPC Boston, finishing two strokes ahead of South Korea's Hyo Joo Kim. This win marks her sixth career title and provides momentum ahead of the Solheim Cup.

Adam Scott's bogey-free 67 moved him to seventh position, three strokes from the lead, while Min Woo Lee's second-round 73 included a triple-bogey on the fifth hole at East Lake.

South Korean Sei Young Kim posted an eight-under 64 at TPC Boston, taking the first-round lead in the FM Championship. Japan's Miyu Yamashita trails by a single stroke after a strong finish.

The league's five-season run, marked by significant investment and challenges to the PGA Tour, now faces an uncertain future following the Saudi PIF's withdrawal this year. Analysts assess its impact on professional golf.

The latest Golf Australia magazine issue, available now, examines the upcoming Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club and features Rory McIlroy's perspective on the Australian Open. It also includes course reviews and travel features from across Australia.

American Michael La Sasso secured the LIV Golf Indianapolis title in 2026, finishing 18-under-par. Australian Cameron Smith concluded the event tied for 17th, with his final round impacting a three-year win drought. The tournament's conclusion also brings questions about LIV Golf's future structure and player commitments for 2027.

Japan's Miyu Yamashita holds a commanding six-stroke lead at the Canadian Women's Open, positioning her for a wire-to-wire victory. Her third-round 65 at Royal Mayfair brought her to 19-under par.

Japanese golfer Miyu Yamashita claimed a nine-stroke victory at the Canadian Women's Open. Her 23-under 257 total at Royal Mayfair Golf Club matched an LPGA Tour 72-hole scoring record. This win marks Yamashita’s fourth LPGA Tour title.

Australian Cameron Smith stands one stroke from the lead entering the final round of the LIV Golf season finale in Indianapolis. South Korea’s Younghan Song also remains in contention.

Cameron Smith holds second place at LIV Golf Indianapolis, one shot behind leader Laurie Canter. His strong start comes as Bryson DeChambeau addresses the tour's financial future.
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