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July 28th, 2026

Jim Nantz makes big claim about Jackson Koivun ahead of the 2026 Presidents Cup

Right now, this very moment, Jackson Koivun is on top of the golf world. After leading Auburn golf to two national championships in the past three years and winning the Jack Nicklaus Award as the top men’s college golfer in 2026, Koivun tee’d it up in just his third PGA Tour event at the 3M Read more…

July 28th, 2026

Hot List 2026: Best drivers for mid-handicap players

Mid-handicappers are a funny species. On their best days, a score in the 70s could be in the offing. Other times, it could be a grind just to play bogey golf. Author’s note: Speaking from experience. There are a bunch of different ways to become a mid-handicap golfer, so perhaps it shouldn’t be surprising that Read more…

July 27th, 2026

Watch Jackson Koivun celebrate his first PGA Tour win by . . . fishing?

After loudly announcing his PGA Tour arrival with his maiden victory, Jackson Koivun picked a quiet way to celebrate. The 21-year-old rising star won the 3M Open in just his third start as a pro. And if that wasn’t impressive enough, he did it by holding off World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler while shooting a Read more…

PGA Tour

July 28th, 2026

Travelers Championship becomes first event added to PGA Tour’s new Championship Series in 2028

The Travelers Championship has been the first tournament named to the PGA Tour’s new Championship Series beginning in 2028.

July 28th, 2026

Lucas Glover issues amusing explanation for viral video of him taking off his golf shoes during 3M Open

On Sunday, Lucas Glover took off his golf shoes and went viral. On Monday, the six-time PGA Tour winner took to Instagram to explain the situation.

July 28th, 2026

A new list of the most hated golfers of 2026 includes some obvious choices . . . and some surprises

Rotowire surveyed 750 professional golfers to find out who they like least on tour, and the results throw up a few genuine surprises. Patrick Reed tops the list, but he’s got good company.

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

July 27th, 2026

Lucas Herbert rips up record book with LIV UK victory

Lucas Herbert set new LIV Golf records for lowest score, most birdies and most birdie-eagles in a tournament, winning LIV Golf UK by six shots and leading Ripper GC to the team title.

July 27th, 2026

Lucas Herbert’s peers stunned by dominant LIV win: ‘I wish I was on the lounge having a beer watching it’

Cameron Smith, Tyrrell Hatton and Bryson DeChambeau were all stunned by Lucas Herbert’s record-shattering LIV Golf UK win. “It’s hard to say he’s not inside the top five or 10 in the world right now.”

July 26th, 2026

Lucas Herbert on track for wire-to-wire victory at LIV UK

Lucas Herbert carries a three-shot lead into the final round at LIV Golf UK, chasing a wire-to-wire victory as Bryson DeChambeau, Tyrrell Hatton and Cameron Smith all lurk within striking distance.

AGD All-Access Pass articles

July 24th, 2026

Editor’s letter: Less can be Moore

There’s potentially a silver lining to Moore Park’s reduction in holes.

July 24th, 2026

Behind the scenes

Where our editors ventured in compiling this issue More women are taking up a club than ever and a new wave of groups is making sure they feel welcome when they do. Golf Fore Her is one of them. I spent a Sunday at Cronulla Golf Club, on Sydney’s southern beaches, at one of their Read more…

July 24th, 2026

Top 100 Spotlight: Eastern Golf Club

Since relocating from suburban Doncaster to the outskirts of Melbourne in the Yarra Valley 11 years ago, Eastern Golf Club has built a new home for itself and garnered a renewed spirit – along with new golf courses.

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How to play

July 24th, 2026

Chris Gotterup: Put my game to work for you

When I head to the range, I bet I’m chasing a lot of the same stuff you are. Let’s see where we match up.

July 24th, 2026

Swing sequence: Aaron Rai

PGA Championship winner Aaron Rai doesn’t overthink his swing, and the results speak for themselves.

July 23rd, 2026

Open Championship 2026: The Royal Birkdale trends that will shape the rest of the year in golf style

Royal Birkdale doubled as a fashion runway this year. From Jason Day’s restrained take on retro Tour style to Lucas Herbert’s caddie stealing the show with his sneaker rotation, here are the trends set to define golf style for the rest of the year.

What to play

July 27th, 2026

The clubs Jackson Koivun used to collect his first PGA Tour victory at the 2026 3M Open

Jackson Koivun withstood a late Scottie Scheffler charge to claim his maiden PGA Tour title at the 3M Open, breaking the tournament scoring record with a 25-under finish. Here’s everything he had in the bag.

July 24th, 2026

Golf Essentials: August 2026

Gadgets, gear and tools to help you master your golf game.

July 24th, 2026

What to play: Perfect timing

Luxury meets legacy in one of golf’s most exclusive collaborations yet. TaylorMade and Swiss watchmaker Tag Heuer have joined forces to produce a limited-edition collection celebrating craftsmanship, precision and performance – values shared by both brands. The standout pieces are a striking Spider ZT putter finished in Tag Heuer’s signature colours, a Connected Golf Edition Read more…

Where to play

July 24th, 2026

Top 100 Spotlight: Eastern Golf Club

Since relocating from suburban Doncaster to the outskirts of Melbourne in the Yarra Valley 11 years ago, Eastern Golf Club has built a new home for itself and garnered a renewed spirit – along with new golf courses.

July 24th, 2026

Backyard golf: Strong as Oak

Having your own private backyard course is every golfer’s dream, but when you have spare hectares to play with, that dream moves up a notch.

July 24th, 2026

Australia and New Zealand Top 100 Golf Courses 2025/2026

Our merged ranking of Australian and New Zealand golf courses highlights the exceptional quality of golf to be found on either side of the Tasman. 

Women in Golf

July 28th, 2026

Justice Bosio one of 13 late AIG Women’s Open entrants via final qualifying

July 27th, 2026

Dame Lydia Ko headlines as New Zealand Women’s Open returns

July 27th, 2026

Champagne, tears, bagpipes and an Aussie accent: how Jenny Shin ended her 10-year victory drought

Golf Rules

July 24th, 2026

Rules: Understanding backstopping

July 16th, 2026

Rules Review: His partner was late for their match but acted as a caddie on the first hole. Can he do that?

July 9th, 2026

Rules Review: You’re on the green in regulation (congrats). Here’s a quick guide to putting-green rules

Opinion

July 28th, 2026

Opinion: A hemisphere shift is the key to a less lopsided global golf calendar

July 24th, 2026

Editor’s letter: Less can be Moore

July 24th, 2026

Opinion: The third wheel