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- 1Japan Turns Abandoned Golf Courses Into Solar Farms▼Short on Land, Japan Is Building Solar Farms on Old Golf Courses
Japan is converting disused golf courses into large-scale solar farms as the country struggles to find open land for renewable energy. With mountainous terrain, limited flat space and growing pressure to cut emissions, developers see retired golf facilities, many closed after declining demand, as ready-made sites with existing grid access for solar panels.
- 2Japan Turns Abandoned Golf Courses Into Solar Farms▼Old Golf Courses Are Helping Japan Find Room for More Solar
Japan is converting disused golf courses into large-scale solar power sites, easing the country's shortage of open land for renewable energy. As golf's popularity declines, closed courses offer flat, sunny, pre-cleared terrain well suited to panels. Bloomberg reports the trend is accelerating as Japan pushes to expand renewable capacity to meet its climate and energy security goals.
- 3Golf Saudi Expands Commitment to Women's Golf▼Golf Saudi Strengthens Long-Term Commitment to Women’s Golf in the Kingdom and on the World Stage
Golf Saudi announced an expanded long-term commitment to women's golf, both within Saudi Arabia and internationally. The initiative, highlighted by the LPGA, signals continued investment in growing the game among Saudi women and in supporting female players on the global stage, part of the kingdom's broader push into professional golf.
- 4Presidents Cup Day 3 Four-ball and Foursomes Highlights●Presidents Cup Highlights | Day 3 Four-ball & Foursomes | 2026
The PGA Tour released highlights of Day 3 four-ball and foursomes matches at the 2026 Presidents Cup. The round featured the traditional alternate-shot and best-ball format pairs as the International team and the United States battled for points heading into the final day. Fans are sharing and discussing the key shots and momentum swings from the session.
- 5Jackson Koivun announces himself as PGA Tour star at Presidents Cup●World, meet Jackson Koivun. The PGA Tour's new star announced himself at the Presidents Cup https://www. nytimes.com/ath
Twenty-one-year-old Jackson Koivun delivered a critical point for the United States at the Presidents Cup, helping the American team secure victory and announcing himself as the PGA Tour's newest rising star. Golf observers are hailing the performance as the arrival of a major new talent, with his composure and scoring under pressure drawing particular praise.
- 6LIV Golf star demands answers over league silence●LIV Golf star blasts league for keeping players in the dark: 'We need answers!'
A LIV Golf player has publicly criticized the league for leaving players uninformed about key issues, saying 'We need answers!' The comments add to ongoing uncertainty surrounding LIV Golf's future, including questions about its schedule, financing, and relationship with the PGA Tour. Fellow players and fans are debating the lack of communication from league leadership.
- 7LPGA, LET and Golf Saudi to co-sanction UK event in 2027▼LPGA, LET and Golf Saudi to co-sanction U.K. event in 2027
The LPGA, Ladies European Tour and Golf Saudi announced a co-sanctioned tournament in the United Kingdom to debut in 2027. The move deepens the connections between the established women's tours and Saudi-backed golf investment, adding a new stop to the women's professional circuit. It is the latest sign of Saudi Arabia's expanding footprint in the sport following earlier deals in men's golf.
- 8Ai Kodo sinks long putt as she chases first win in 14 years●【🔥14年ぶりVへ🔥】木戸愛 執念のロングパットに解説も太鼓判!第53回ミヤギテレビ杯ダンロップ女子オープンゴルフトーナメント最終日📷 【ゴルフ】【女子ゴルフ】【U-NEXT】 https://www. golftweet.com/6443
Japanese golfer Ai Kodo holed a determined long putt on the final day of the 53rd Miyagi TV Cup Dunlop Women's Open Golf Tournament, drawing high praise from commentators as she moved toward her first victory in 14 years. Fans of women's golf in Japan have been following the closing round closely, with the tournament also available for streaming.
- 9Trump credited as U.S. wins Presidents Cup●Trump gets credit for U.S. Presidents Cup win at trophy ceremony
The United States won the Presidents Cup, and at the trophy ceremony credit was given to President Donald Trump. The moment drew attention because it tied a routine golf celebration to national politics, with commentary focusing on whether Trump deserved a role in the team's victory. The U.S. side again beat its international opponents in the biennial match-play event.
- 10Jackson Koivun Announces Himself as PGA Tour's New Star at Presidents Cup●World, meet Jackson Koivun. The PGA Tour's new star announced himself at the Presidents Cup https://www.nytimes.com/athl
Young American golfer Jackson Koivun made a breakout statement at the Presidents Cup, delivering performances that introduced him to a global golf audience. Coverage describes the tournament as the moment the PGA Tour's newest star confirmed his arrival, with fans and commentators taking note of his composure and play under international team pressure.
- 11World Golf Hall of Fame names 2027 finalists●World Golf Hall of Fame announces 2027 finalists, including Justin Rose, Inbee Park, Jim Nantz
The World Golf Hall of Fame has announced its finalists for the 2027 class, with Justin Rose, Inbee Park and broadcaster Jim Nantz among those on the list. Rose is a US Open champion and Olympic gold medallist, Park a seven-time major winner, and Nantz one of golf's most recognisable broadcasters. Induction decisions will follow from the finalist field.
- 12Trump says U.S. doing 'better than ever before' at Presidents Cup●Trump says U.S. is doing ‘better than ever before’ at Presidents Cup golf tournament in suburban Medinah
President Donald Trump said the United States is doing 'better than ever before' at the Presidents Cup golf tournament, which is being held in Medinah, a suburb of Chicago. The event is drawing attention as the international golf competition unfolds at the Medinah course, with Trump's remarks adding a political flourish to the sporting occasion.
- 13Saudi backers drop five-event LET series for single tournament▼Saudis drop five-event series from LET, shift focus to one event
Saudi Arabia's golf financiers have scrapped plans for a five-event series on the Ladies European Tour and will instead concentrate their support on one tournament. The move scales back what had been billed as a major expansion of Saudi involvement in women's professional golf, and leaves questions about how the LET's schedule and funding will look going forward.
- 14Trump returns to Presidents Cup as golf tour continues▼Trump’s golf tour takes him back to the Presidents Cup
Donald Trump attended the Presidents Cup, continuing his run of appearances at high-profile golf events. The visit put him alongside the world's top American and international players at the biennial match-play competition, drawing attention to his long-standing ties to the sport and the security and logistics that come with a presidential presence at a major tournament.
- 15Presidents Cup 2026: Will US learn from Medinah mistakes?▼Presidents Cup 2026: Will Americans learn from myriad Medinah mistakes?
Golf Channel is looking ahead to the 2026 Presidents Cup, asking whether the American team can learn from the so-called 'Miracle at Medinah', the 2012 Ryder Cup in which Europe staged a famous final-day comeback over the US. The piece revisits the tactical and emotional errors from that loss and weighs what they should teach the Americans heading into 2026.
- 16World Golf Hall of Fame reveals 14 finalists for Class of 2027▼World Golf Hall of Fame announces 14 finalists for Class of 2027
The World Golf Hall of Fame has announced its 14 finalists for induction in the Class of 2027. The shortlist covers players and contributors spanning the sport's history, and voting or selection will determine who is enshrined. Golf fans are weighing in on the names that made the cut and who was left out.
- 17Colorado golf course to close amid drought as Broomfield neighbors push back●Colorado golf course closing after drought; neighbors in Broomfield fight to keep it watered
A golf course in Broomfield, Colorado is set to close because of ongoing drought conditions, but local neighbors are fighting the decision and campaigning to keep the course watered. The dispute highlights tensions between water conservation during Colorado's persistent dry spell and residents who value the green space. The closure would remove a longtime recreational amenity from the community.
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Golf Channel has published a report card style review of the Presidents Cup, assigning grades to players and teams based on their performances in the event. The piece separates those who passed from those who failed, offering an assessment of how competitors fared under pressure at the international team competition.
- 19East Lake Cup 2026: field, format and how to watch▼East Lake Cup 2026: Field, format and how to watch at East Lake Golf Club
Golf Channel has published a preview of the 2026 East Lake Cup at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, laying out the participating field, the tournament format and broadcast details for viewers. The guide tells fans who is playing, how the event will be structured and where to watch the competition as it unfolds.
- 20Why the Presidents Cup was ideal for America●This was the ideal Presidents Cup for America (yes, really)
Golf Digest argues the latest Presidents Cup was the ideal outcome for the American team, despite ongoing debate about the event's competitiveness. Commentators are weighing in on what the result means for the US side heading into future international competition, with some agreeing the format and result served America's interests better than critics expected.
- 21The putters behind Team USA's Presidents Cup comeback●The putters that powered Team USA’s historic comeback at Presidents Cup
Team USA staged a historic comeback at the Presidents Cup, and attention has turned to the equipment that helped seal the win. Golf coverage has focused on the specific putters used by the American players during the decisive sessions, breaking down the flatsticks that delivered clutch putting under pressure as the team rallied to victory.
- 22Niall Horan visits Golf It! to back disability golf▼Niall Horan visits Golf It! to support disability golf programme
Singer and golfer Niall Horan visited Golf It!, the R&A's golf facility in Glasgow, to show his support for its disability golf programme. The visit, highlighted by the R&A, draws attention to efforts to make the sport more accessible for players with disabilities. Horan, a well-known golf enthusiast, has previously invested in growing the game.
- 23Scottie Scheffler praised for sportsmanship after fan disrupts Echavarria's swing●Scottie Scheffler shows class after fan disrupts Nico Echavarria's swing
Scottie Scheffler won praise after a fan disrupted Nico Echavarria's swing during a PGA Tour event, with Scheffler reacting with visible class and sportsmanship toward his fellow competitor. Golf fans are highlighting the moment as an example of the world number one's composure and respect for opponents under pressure.
- 24Golf carts catch fire near Teal Bend Golf Course▼Golf carts with lithium-ion batteries catch on fire near Teal Bend Golf Course
Several golf carts equipped with lithium-ion batteries caught fire near Teal Bend Golf Course, according to local reporting from FOX40. No details have been released about injuries, damage, or the exact cause of the blaze. The incident is drawing attention to the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries in golf carts and other recreational vehicles.
- 25Sacramento crews battle shed fire holding dozens of golf carts▼Crews battle shed fire with dozens of golf carts in Sacramento
Firefighters in Sacramento responded to a shed fire involving dozens of golf carts. Crews worked to contain the blaze, with no details yet on injuries or the cause. The unusual combination of a fire and a large number of golf carts has drawn local attention, with KCRA reporting from the scene and residents following updates as more information emerges.
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A men's college golf team finished in a tie for fifth place at a tournament held at Chambers Bay, the well-known course in University Place, Washington. The result was reported by the team's own athletics coverage, though final scores, the winning team and the opponents involved were not detailed in the available reporting.
- 27Newsom signs bill banning tee time scalping at public golf courses●Brokers gobble up tee times at public golf courses, resell them. Newsom signs bill to ban that practice
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill prohibiting brokers from booking blocks of tee times at public golf courses and reselling them at a markup. The practice has frustrated golfers who struggle to secure affordable tee times at popular municipal courses, prompting lawmakers to act against commercialized scalping of public recreation slots.
- 28Presidents Cup Day 4 Singles Highlights Draw Golf Fans●Presidents Cup Highlights | Day 4 Singles | 2026
The fourth and final day of the 2026 Presidents Cup featured the decisive singles matches, with highlight reels of the session circulating among golf fans. The Presidents Cup pits a United States team against an International side in match play, and Day 4 singles traditionally determine the overall winner. Discussion centres on standout shots, key match results and the final outcome of the competition.
- 29Golf Tournament Raises $20,000 for Hope & Healing Program▼Golf Tournament Gives $20,000 to Hope & Healing Program
A charity golf tournament has raised $20,000 for the Hope & Healing program, according to a regional medical news outlet. The donation will support the program's health-related services, with the fundraiser highlighting how local sporting events continue to channel money into community care initiatives.