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The Open 2024: Adam Scott reveals details of Trump White House meeting
When the doors slam shut on the Oval Office and it's just United States President Donald Trump in his natural habitat, what's he really like? Funny? A little bit mad? Completely outrageous? Just like he is on whatever social media platform is his go-to for the day? 'I think what you see in the media in his press is like a slightly toned-down version of him, believe it or not,' Scott smiles. 'I think he's actually trying to tone it down. He's a mile a minute, exactly (as you would expect).' The day Scott walked into the White House with Tiger Woods and commissioner Jay Monahan as part of a PGA Tour delegation to end the infighting in men's professional golf, Trump's aides started placing the United States and Israel flags in position as their meeting wrapped up. Scott knew whatever issues there were in golf were of little importance. It's just a sport. Still, Anthony Albanese would crave the kind of access Scott has had to Trump this year. Months on, and Scott's golf game is getting better and the PGA Tour-LIV Golf impasse only seems to get worse. Or at least going nowhere fast. It's been more than two years since they announced an agreement to work on a solution to end global golf's civil war, and there's still nothing meaningful. LIV Golf is back in for rankings points, the PGA Tour is back to doing what it has always done, albeit with some tweaks. 'What I took out of that visit was the amount of energy that (Trump) was putting into everything he does. It was noticeable,' Scott says. 'I think ultimately (professional golf) will all come together, but I don't know when that is.' It would have been natural to think Scott, who celebrated his 45th birthday on Wednesday with fans singing to him at one point as he played a practice round at Royal Portrush, would see his game regress as he focused more on the business side of the PGA Tour. It's been the opposite. This week at The Open, he's playing his 97th consecutive major, a remarkable feat beaten only by Jack Nicklaus (146) in professional golf history. 'I think he's played every major since (The Open) in 2001, which to me is absolutely mind blowing,' said world No. 9 Ludvig Aberg in an ambassadorial appearance for Mercedes-Benz. 'It means he's good enough to qualify for the events and he's been healthy and fit, never been hurt. He's obviously taken good care of himself. Those things are really important and really impressive. 'If I can do somewhat along those lines in my career, I'll be happy.' Says Scott: 'I've played a lot, but I've won one. My strike rate's not good. So, if I was a young guy, playing a lot's good, but winning a lot would be good too. 'I've worked hard to keep myself in this spot and I really don't have any results to show for how good I feel like I've played this year, which is part of golf and frustrating. I hope I can do this for another 10 years, but it only gets harder and harder. 'So, this week's my best opportunity to win a major. The last two majors I've been in contention with a few holes to play and it'd be nice to be in a similar position this week.' Scott was in the final group at the US Open last month, but after a lengthy last round weather delay at Oakmont in treacherous conditions, crashed on the back nine to finish tied-12th. It was such a good week, and such a deflating week. He played 'old man par golf' for so much of it, and at the end of it just had to accept defeat (Trump might have claimed victory, though). Arguably, Scott is the best hope of the nine Australians in the field this week in Northern Ireland. Cameron Smith is trying to break out of a majors funk. Jason Day is still hoping his body will be 100 per cent healthy. Min Woo Lee admits he didn't quite process his maiden PGA Tour win in the United States properly. The list goes on. Like Trump, Scott just wants a second run at it – when everyone else wonders whether he's past his best. Read related topics: Donald Trump Golf Loaded with nostalgia, golf, sporting, music and movie star cameos and heartwarming homages to the fallen, Happy Gilmore 2 takes a big swing, but does it land like the original? Nation He's kicked popularity goals thanks to major sporting events as SA Premier. But Peter Malinauskas' obsession with LIV golf could prove an albatross around his neck as his government seeks re-election.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Tiger Woods Made Opinion On President Trump's Golf Course Clear
Tiger Woods Made Opinion On President Trump's Golf Course Clear originally appeared on The Spun. The PGA Tour is expected to return to one of President Trump's golf courses in 2026. Trump Doral in Florida hosted a prominent PGA Tour tournament for several years. However, for the past decade, the PGA Tour has stayed away, possibly for political reasons. That is expected to change beginning in 2026. According to a report from the Sports Business Journal report, which cited 'five industry sources,' Trump Doral is expected to host a PGA Tour tournament beginning in 2026. It's expected to host a tournament in next year's April 30-May 3 date window, which falls between the Zurich Classic and Truist Championship. Tiger Woods is a major fan of President Trump's courses. Earlier this year, Tiger Woods and his son, Charlie Woods, played a round of golf with President Trump at his course in Florida. Perhaps we'll see Tiger Woods competing at the PGA Tour event at President Trump's course in 2026. Tiger Woods will need to be healthy, of course, but he has a good relationship with the President of the United States. If Tiger Woods is physically able to play, it's likely that he'll be competing at President Trump's tournament. LIV Golf star Bryson DeChambeau, meanwhile, wants to see The Open Championship return to President Trump's course in Scotland, Trump Turnberry. "I look at it as a golf course," DeChambeau said after his round on Friday. "It's one of the best golf courses in the world, and I'd love for it to be a part of the rotation. "Albeit I haven't played it, I've heard so many great things about it, and any time you get to play a special historical golf course like that, I think it's worthy of it, for sure." DeChambeau thinks President Trump would do a great job of hosting the event. "He'd still probably respect the R&A and what they're trying to accomplish," DeChambeau said. "I can't speak on his behalf, but what I can say is, knowing him, he'll do his best of a job as he possibly can." Tiger Woods Made Opinion On President Trump's Golf Course Clear first appeared on The Spun on Jul 20, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jul 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Sport
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Will Tiger Woods play in the British Open? Current status of the legendary PGA golfer
The PGA Tour continues this week with the fourth and final major championship of the year, the British Open on July 17-20. One of the most famous golfers of all time, Tiger Woods, is still competing at the age of 49 but will not be competing this weekend. Woods announced he underwent surgery to repair his left Achilles after rupturing it while training at home. A recovery time for an Achilles rupture tends to be between 6-12 months. Woods will be out for the foreseeable future and his return is undetermined. The 2-time Fed Ex Cup Champion last participated in the British Open in 2024. He was cut after round 2 finishing 14 over par. He has not come back to the PGA Tour scene since. PGA TOIUR MONEY LIST: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy retain grips on top two spots Tiger Woods major history Woods' career matches or even surpasses most golfers in history. He has 82 PGA Tour wins in his 29-year career. He began in 1996 and won his first major, the Masters, in 1997 at the age of 21. He became the youngest ever to win a major and three years later became the youngest to complete a grand slam, winning all four major tournaments. His last win was in 2019 in the ZOZO Championship and the Masters. Tiger Woods British Open wins Woods has won many majors in his career and the British Open is one major he has won multiple times. His first British Open was the major that helped him complete the golf grand slam. 2000: Set a record 19-under-par score and winning by eight strokes. 2005: Woods claimed victory by five strokes. 2006: He defeated runner-up Chris DiMarco by two strokes. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Tiger Woods: British Open availability, current status after injury
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
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PGA Tour announces Brian Rolapp as new CEO; Jay Monahan to step down at end of 2026
The PGA Tour announced Monday it hired Brian Rolapp to be its new Chief Executive Officer. Rolapp spent more than two decades with the National Football League, where he assisted in reshaping how fans experienced live sports. His served as the league's Chief Media and Business Officer before joining the Tour. Advertisement As CEO, Rolapp will lead the PGA Tour into its next phase, serving as the CEO of PGA Tour, Inc. and PGA Tour Enterprises. The PGA Tour management team will report to Rolapp upon his start date, and he will report to both Boards of Directors. 'I'm honored to join the PGA Tour at such a pivotal time,' Rolapp said in a release. 'The PGA Tour represents the highest level of competition, integrity and global opportunity in the game of golf, and I believe deeply in the Tour's mission and its potential to grow even stronger. I'm ready to get to work—alongside our players, partners and leadership team—to build lasting value and deliver an even more dynamic future for the sport and our fans.' PGA Commissioner Jay Monahan speaks ahead of the 2025 Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. The PGA Tour CEO Search Committee — consisting of Arthur M. Blank, Tiger Woods, Adam Scott, Commissioner Jay Monahan, Joe Gorder and Sam Kennedy — unanimously recommended Rolapp for the role. Rolapp will officially begin his new role later this summer. Advertisement Having formed the committee to find his successor, Monahan will transition his day-to-day responsibilities to the new CEO and increasingly focus on his role as a member of the PGA Tour Policy Board and the PGA Tour Enterprises Board through the end of 2026. 'A year ago, I informed our Boards that upon completing a decade as Commissioner, I would step down from my role at the end of 2026,' Monahan said. 'Since then, we've worked together to identify a leader who can build on our momentum and develop a process that ensures a smooth transition. We've found exactly the right leader in Brian Rolapp, and I'm excited to support him as he transitions from the NFL into his new role leading the PGA Tour. 'Brian is the perfect choice for the next chapter of the PGA Tour. His arrival strengthens our leadership team and reflects our shared commitment to the Tour's continued evolution. With Brian's expertise and vision, and the trust we've established with our players and fans, I'm more confident than ever in the future we're building.' Rolapp added, 'Commissioner Monahan is an incredible leader, and it has been a pleasure getting to know him throughout the interview process. I greatly appreciate his commitment to making me successful in the role and look forward to working with him in partnership throughout this transition.' This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Brian Rolapp named new PGA Tour CEO, Jay Monahan to step down
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
PGA Tour Makes Historic Xander Schauffele Announcement During Scottish Open
PGA Tour Makes Historic Xander Schauffele Announcement During Scottish Open originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Xander Schauffele carded a solid second round, posting a score of 4-under, taking his total to 134 after two rounds at the Scottish Open. He is tied in the tenth spot along with Victor Perez and others. Advertisement After his play on Friday PGA Tour made a historic announcement regarding Schauffele's long-standing record. With his current score, he will make the cut for the 68th time since the 2022 Masters. This 68th straight cut puts him in the league of Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Byron Nelson and others. "Schauffele's 68 straight made cuts is the longest active streak on TOUR and sixth-longest streak in TOUR history (Tiger Woods/142; Byron Nelson/113; Jack Nicklaus/105; Hale Irwin/86; Dow Finsterwald/72)." PGA Tour posted on X. Tiger Woods shakes hands with Xander Schauffele after finishing the first round of The Masters golf tournament. After capturing his first Scottish Open title in 2022, he enters this week in strong form despite battling a rib injury earlier this season, posting a T15 finish here in 2024. Advertisement Besides him, Rory McIlroy is finally playing up to his reputation at the Renaissance Club. Back close to home, after completing his Grand Slam, he posted a 5-under 65, claiming the fifth spot with a score of 7-under overall. "I'm feeling pretty good. I did a lot of good things today," he said, headinginto the weekend. "Still a couple of loose shots here and there but overall I thought it was a good day and obviously excited for the weekend right in the thick of things, in contention going into the last two days." Related: PGA Tour Golfer Abruptly Withdraws During First Round at Scottish Open This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
