Australian Golf Digest

Golf Digest Global

February 23rd, 2026

Jeeno Thitikul wins in native Thailand in front of her emotional mother, says it feels like more than a major

It should be difficult for World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul to top her magnificent season from last year unless she wins a major championship. But that all changed Sunday. Thitikul shot a four-under 68 and made a tap-in par on the 18th hole to win the Honda LPGA Thailand for her first victory in her Read more…

February 22nd, 2026

Hot List 2026: The most forgiving irons

Rory McIlroy recently talked about switching into and then out of a more forgiving iron. And while his journey to find the ideal set of sticks is intriguing, let’s be perfectly clear: It has nothing to do with your search for irons. More forgiveness (known in physics as moment of inertia or MOI) is almost Read more…

February 22nd, 2026

Saturday was ‘fun and easy’ for Jacob Bridgeman. Sunday will be different

PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. — Jacob Bridgeman described his third-round 64 on Saturday at Riviera as “fun and easy.” Sunday will be anything but. Then again, his play has given it a chance to be easier than most final rounds for a man in search of his first PGA Tour victory. The Clemson product is six Read more…

PGA Tour

February 20th, 2026

Here’s the prize money payout for each golfer at the 2026 Genesis Invitational

The Genesis Invitational at Riviera returns with a $20M purse. See how much each player can earn and which top names are in the field this week.

February 19th, 2026

Scottie’s ‘Third-Tier Thursday’ era, the glory of the 10th hole and rogue Anthony Kim thoughts: 10 things for Riviera

Anthony Kim’s LIV Adelaide win sparks debate, Scottie Scheffler looms at Riviera, and the 10th hole remains golf’s greatest puzzle. It’s another edition of Golfpocalypse.

February 18th, 2026

The greatest comebacks in professional golf history

What are the greatest comebacks in golf history? From Tiger Woods to Ben Hogan, we rank the most astonishing returns.

LIV Golf Adelaide 2026 Videos

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Elvis Smylie on home crowds, confidence and building momentum on LIV Golf

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What’s in my bag: Inside Elvis Smylie’s LIV Golf equipment setup

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Southern Guards on rebranding, rivalries and hosting LIV Golf on home soil

LIV Golf

February 22nd, 2026

Elvis Smylie among 8 LIV players granted DP World Tour release; Jon Rahm’s Ryder Cup eligibility in doubt

Australia’s Elvis Smylie is among eight LIV Golf players who have reached a deal with the DP World Tour allowing them to compete on both circuits. But the more significant name is the one missing from the list: Jon Rahm, whose absence throws his 2027 Ryder Cup eligibility into serious doubt.

February 19th, 2026

‘Advancing the game’: LIV Golf teams up with R&A and USGA – here’s why

The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service and the USGA Green Section will work with the global golf league to advance agronomic standards in its 14-event season that spans 10 countries and five continents.

February 16th, 2026

High-powered talks put future of Australian Open, and Australian golf’s global relevance, back in focus

The talks form part of LIV’s broader strategy to explore partnerships with national federations worldwide, with the stated aim of injecting significant funding into traditional national championships and elevating their commercial and broadcast profiles.

AGD All-Access Pass articles

February 20th, 2026

2026 Equipment guide: Titleist

The Titleist 2026 Equipment Guide covers the latest golf gear and technology, to help you find the right gear.

February 20th, 2026

2026 Equipment guide: FootJoy

The FootJoy 2026 Equipment Guide covers the latest golf gear and technology, to help you find the right gear.

February 20th, 2026

2026 Equipment guide: Callaway

The Callaway 2026 Equipment Guide covers the latest golf gear and technology, to help you find the right gear.

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The secret to Jon Rahm’s swing superpower | Film Study

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How a Broken Arm Led to Calvin Peete’s Legendary Accuracy | Film Study

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GD Film Study: The Story Behind Cam Young’s Pause

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How to play

February 21st, 2026

The best way to handle nerves on the golf course is also the simplest

When we push against a basic instinct, we risk making things worse.

February 20th, 2026

How to play: Hit down on it

“The average tour player’s swing bottoms out four inches in front of the ball’s position. That means the clubhead is still moving downward through impact. If you want to hit crisp irons from the fairway, your focus should be well forward of the ball. Think of how martial-arts experts split a board with a punch Read more…

February 20th, 2026

Snatch it back like Rahm

Merely trying to copy Rahm’s snappy action can promote good things, which we’ll explain in more detail later.

What to play

February 20th, 2026

2026 Equipment guide: Titleist

The Titleist 2026 Equipment Guide covers the latest golf gear and technology, to help you find the right gear.

February 20th, 2026

2026 Equipment guide: FootJoy

The FootJoy 2026 Equipment Guide covers the latest golf gear and technology, to help you find the right gear.

February 20th, 2026

2026 Equipment guide: Callaway

The Callaway 2026 Equipment Guide covers the latest golf gear and technology, to help you find the right gear.

Where to play

February 20th, 2026

Where we play: March 2026

Discover golf destinations across Australia and beyond, with each course showcasing what makes it a must-play for your next round.

February 20th, 2026

Where we play: Northern New South Wales

Northern New South Wales and the Tweed Coast blend memorable golf courses with an appealing getaway destination.

February 18th, 2026

Long story short: The Vines Resort begins construction of its new 14-hole short course

The Vines Resort near Perth today began construction of a new 14-hole short course, which is designed to welcome more people to the game and offer a modern, time-friendly way to play. The project is expected to take about nine months and will open to the public early next summer.

Women in Golf

February 20th, 2026

Women’s Australian Open boosted with wave of Aussie talent

February 20th, 2026

Amateur Amelia Harris, just 17, wins her first WPGA Tour event

February 15th, 2026

Jazy Roberts top Aussie again as Korea claims Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship

Golf Rules

February 19th, 2026

Rules Review: I took an unplayable and picked up my ball but realised I was entitled to free relief. Am I stuck with my original decision?

February 12th, 2026

Rules of Golf Review: Is it OK to stop a dropped ball to keep it from rolling into a lake?

January 29th, 2026

Rules Review: Here’s the right way to mark and move your ball when it’s on another player’s line

Opinion

February 16th, 2026

High-powered talks put future of Australian Open, and Australian golf’s global relevance, back in focus

February 7th, 2026

If ‘history’ is your argument for why the Players Championship shouldn’t be a major, try again

February 5th, 2026

Missing the point(s): Why the OWGR board didn’t go far enough with LIV Golf