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PGA Championship 2024: Talor Gooch Receives Special Invitation

Part of the field at the PGA Championship 2024: Talor Gooch. (Image: Getty)
Part of the field at the PGA Championship 2024: Talor Gooch. (Image: Getty)

From May 16th to 19th, the PGA Championship 2024 will take place at the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. Following the US Masters 2024 in April, it’s the second major of the year. Among the players in the field is Talor Gooch, who typically competes in the LIV Golf League. The PGA extended a special invitation to him for the tournament.

PGA Championship 2024 with Talor Gooch

As announced by Talor Gooch via social media, the American has received an invitation from the PGA of America for the PGA Championship 2024. It will be Gooch’s fifth appearance in the tournament. In addition to him, Joaquin Niemann, who also plays in the LIV Golf League, received a special invitation. An official list of participants in the major will follow in the coming days. However, it is known that the two LIV players will compete next week and will be part of the 156-player field.

First major for Gooch this year

After not receiving an invitation for Talor Gooch for the US Masters 2024 in April, the PGA Championship 2024 marks the first major of the year for the 32-year-old. Leading up to the Masters, Gooch made headlines by criticizing the PGA for the absence of invitations for some LIV players, questioning the level of the tournament.

Talor Gooch has already participated in the past four PGA Championships. His best finish came in 2022 with a tied 20th place. Last year, he missed the cut.

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Race to Dubai Leaderboard: McIlroy and Fleetwood’s in the Top 5

Two dominant players in the Race to Dubai: Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood. (Photo: Getty)
Two dominant players in the Race to Dubai: Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood. (Photo: Getty)

As the DP World Tour unfolds, golf enthusiasts avidly follow the prestigious Race to Dubai. This competitive leaderboard evolves with each tournament, reflecting the relentless pursuit of excellence among the world’s top golfers. Thus far, the saison has revealed an array of stunning performances and notable victories. Rory McIlroy has been the safe leader for some time now. Presently, McIlroy continues to lead the rankings, cementing his position as a formidable competitor. Meanwhile, the presence of English talent is unmistakable, with a total of 20 English players gracing the top 120 positions in the Race to Dubai rankings.

Race to Dubai: England’s Finest

The race sees a strong representation by English golfers, with three of them notably excelling. Leading the contingent behind Rory McIlroy is Tommy Fleetwood, residing in the 5th position with 1142.6 points across 3 events, including a well-deserved victory. Following Fleetwood are Jordan Smith and Laurie Canter, ranking 25th and 29th respectively, solidifying their standings through consistent play. Andy Sullivan follows directly behind in 30th place and Sam Bairstow in 31st place. With England boasting 20 players within the upper echelon, these six have set high benchmarks for their compatriots to aspire.

Elite Golfers Dominate Race to Dubai

At the pinnacle of the Race to Dubai stands Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy, whose unparalleled performance across 3 events has accumulated an impressive 1699.5 points, including a victory. Trailing him are Rikuya Hoshino from Japan and Jesper Svensson from Sweden, holding 2nd and 3rd places with their respective wins. Adding to the mix are Sebastian Söderberg and Tommy Fleetwood, completing the top 5 with their relentless pursuit and remarkable skill displayed throughout the season.

How the DP World Tour Race to Dubai works

The Race to Dubai is the season ranking of the DP World Tour (former European Tour). The top 60 players in the Race to Dubai ranking are allowed to take part in the final play-off tournament of the former European Tour at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the DP World Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points awarded at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. For winning a DP World Tour tournament, the winner receives at least 460 points and a good 300,000 euros.

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Race to Dubai Leaders: Johannes Veerman Still Top US Golfer

Best US Player in the Race to Dubai: Johannes Veerman. (Photo: Getty)
Best US Player in the Race to Dubai: Johannes Veerman. (Photo: Getty)

As the DP World Tour progresses, the golfing elite continue their pursuit of points and prestige in the Race to Dubai rankings. With the season unfolding, numerous tournaments have been played, Rory McIlroy currently leads the Race to Dubai. His leadership is part of the dynamic that includes three American players standing strong amongst the top 120 competitors in the rankings, a testament to the global nature of the tour.

Top American Players in Race to Dubai

Focusing on the American contingent, Johannes Veerman is charting a course through the rankings after 10 events, placing 24th with 554.72 points. He is trailed closely by Jordan Gumberg at 28th place, with 523.70 points through 8 events, including one win. Sean Crocker rounds out the American presence, at 99th position, amassing 174.17 points over 9 events.

Analyzing the Race to Dubai Top 5

The top echelons of the Race to Dubai rankings depict a tight battle among elite golfers. McIlroy sits comfortably at the top after 3 events, holding 1,699.5 points with one victory. Behind him, Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino is the second-ranking golfer with 1,258.1 points from 10 events and one victory. Next, Jesper Svensson of Sweden after 12 events, places third with 1,197.24 points and one title to his name. Swede Sebastian Soderberg, with no wins in 10 events, is fourth with 1,145.9 points. England’s Tommy Fleetwood rounds out the top five with one win in just 3 events, totaling 1,142.6 points.

How the DP World Tour Race to Dubai works

The Race to Dubai is the season ranking of the DP World Tour (former European Tour). The top 60 players in the Race to Dubai ranking are allowed to take part in the final play-off tournament of the former European Tour at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the DP World Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points awarded at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. For winning a DP World Tour tournament, the winner receives at least 460 points and a good 300,000 euros.

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PGA Tour

FedExCup: Matt Fitzpatrick Still the Best UK Player

Best UK player: Matt Fitzpatrick. (Photo: Getty)
Best UK player: Matt Fitzpatrick. (Photo: Getty)

With the PGA Tour season in full swing, professional golfers have been ardently competing in various tournaments to amass points that are crucial for climbing up the FedExCup rankings. Currently, Scottie Scheffler is the golfer leading the pack in the FedExCup rankings, with five English players successfully securing their spots in the top 100.

Dynamic Shifts in FedExCup Standings

The prominence of English golfers within the FedExCup becomes evident when scrutinizing the performances of the top two English players in the rankings. Matt Fitzpatrick, who sits at number 33 in the current rankings, has actively participated in 12 events this season, securing a total of 733 points. Despite not achieving a victory, Fitzpatrick has maintained consistent form with two top-10 finishes. Similarly, Tommy Fleetwood, ranked 39th, has amassed 639 points through his participation in 8 events, achieving three top-10 placements.

Top-5 FedExCup Contenders’ Analysis

A closer look at the FedExCup rankings reveals the formidable competition at its echelon. Scheffler, the current leader, with an impressive total of 3,915 points from 10 events, continues to hold his ground with 9 top-10 finishes and 4 victories. Behind him, Wyndham Clark at second, Xander Schauffele in third, Sahith Theegala in fourth, and Ludvig Åberg from Sweden completing the top-five have all held steady in their previous week’s positions. They respectively boast a balance of performance, with Clark enjoying a victory among his 4 top-10 finishes, Schauffele with 7 top-ten placements, Theegala and Åberg each with 5 top-ten finishes, and Matsuyama also holding a victory to his name.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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FedExCup Update: No Movements at the Top – 4 US Players in Top 5

Scottie Scheffler unassailable at the top. (Photo: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler unassailable at the top. (Photo: Getty)

As the PGA Tour season progresses, numerous tournaments have already set the stage for a thrilling FedExCup race. The latest contest to shape the rankings was a display of skill and precision, ultimately leading to Scottie Scheffler’s victory. His stellar performance cements his position at the top of the FedExCup rankings, while 60 American players have secured their spot among the top 100, showcasing the depth of talent in the USA.

Dynamic Duel: Scheffler and Clark, FedExCup Standouts

Two American players are currently making waves in the FedExCup rankings. Scottie Scheffler, with remarkable consistency across 10 events, has accumulated a total of 3,915 points and boasts an impressive 9 top ten finishes, including 4 victories. His closest American competitor is Wyndham Clark, who occupies the second rank despite only securing 1,892 point so far. Clark has also played 10 events with 4 top ten finishes and a single victory to his name.

Top-5 FedExCup Gladiators: The Pursuit of Excellence

Leading the charge in the FedExCup rankings is the indomitable Scottie Scheffler, while Wyndham Clark, Xander Schauffele, Sahith Theegala, and Ludvig Åberg round out the top five positions. Xander Schauffele stands third without a win but has made a solid 7 top ten finishes in 11 events. Theegala, in fourth, with 5 top ten finishes, has participated in 12 events but is still eyeing his first victory. Åberg, hailing from Sweden, mirrors Theegala’s record of top ten finishes, but only played at 10 events.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler Remains Number One, Kohles Climbs Into the Top 100

Scottie Scheffler and Ben Kohles in the World Golf Ranking. (Photos: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler and Ben Kohles in the World Golf Ranking. (Photos: Getty)

At the summit of the World Golf Ranking, Scottie Scheffler of the USA retains his number one position, continuing his firm hold on the lead. Fellow American Wyndham Clark remains at number three, maintaining his presence in the upper echelon of the rankings. Both players have shown consistency, keeping their standings intact from the previous week.

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World Golf Ranking: American dominance, Kohles with a big leap

In the second tier of top American golfers, Xander Schauffele holds steady at number four, Patrick Cantlay at number eight, and Brian Harman at number nine, all preserving their positions from the previous week, indicating a stable performance among the leading American contenders in the World Golf Ranking. Max Homa completes the US American dominance in the Top-Ten at position ten.

There is also good news for one US player at the end of the top 100 players in the World Golf Ranking. After Ben Kohles finished second behind Canada’s Taylor Pendrith at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson on the PGA, the 34-year-old climbed from 139th to a career-best 82nd place.

The World Golf Ranking narratives continue to evolve with shifts at the top. Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland, a perennial figure in elite golf, is stationed at number two, a spot he has successfully defended from the prior week. Jon Rahm of Spain, at number five, and Viktor Hovland from Norway, ranked at number seven, contribute to the diverse international contingent in the upper ranks, reflecting the global competitiveness of the sport.

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World Golf Ranking: McIlroy Remains Second, Fleetwood Is the Best Englishman

Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood in the World Golf Ranking. (Photos: Getty)
Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood in the World Golf Ranking. (Photos: Getty)

In the latest World Golf Ranking, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy remains as the best UK player at second place. Tommy Fleetwood holds the top spot among British golfers at 11th, maintaining his position from the previous week. Close behind, Matt Fitzpatrick also retains his rank at 14th. These stable placements represent a sustained performance at the highest level.

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World Golf Ranking: Hardly any changes among the UK players

Tyrrell Hatton, another significant name from England, sits at 17th, preserving his rank alongside his fellow countrymen. The unchanged positions of these top players suggest consistency in their recent performances on the tour. Having three British players within the top 20 highlights the continued presence of UK golfers in the upper echelons of the sport.

Turning to golfers from Scotland, Robert MacIntyre ranks 84th, undergoing a small slide down the ranking from the previous week. Matt Wallace from England makes strides moving up to 85th. While MacIntyre’s downward adjustment is a setback, Wallace’s improvement can be taken as a positive sign going into the upcoming tournaments.

The current leader of the World Golf Ranking remains Scottie Scheffler, who continues to hold the 1st position, matching his standing from last week. Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy, a prominent figure in the sport, is the second-best golfer in the ranking. The stability at the pinnacle of the ranking with Scheffler and McIlroy reflects their dominant forms in recent competitions. Following these frontrunners, America’s Wyndham Clark stays at 3rd place, which completes the unchanged leadership trio in the World Golf Ranking. Down the order, Xander Schauffele (4th), Jon Rahm (5th), Ludvig Aberg (6th), Viktor Hovland (7th), Patrick Cantlay (8th), Brian Harman (9th), and Max Homa (10th) all maintain their previous week’s positions, revealing no movement among the top ten. In such an environment, maintaining position is a critical success factor for the elite golfers looking to cement their supremacy in the sport.

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 4 of the THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson

MCKINNEY, TEXAS - MAY 04: Taylor Pendrith of Canada chips on the ninth hole during the third round of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch on May 04, 2024 in McKinney, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)

The PGA Tour finished its thrilling ride as “THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson” took center stage at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas, USA. Now at round four, spectators eagerly anticipated the outcome of this high-stakes match.

With $9,500,000 on the line, the leaderboard showcases a stellar display of golf prowess. Taylor Pendrith of Canada tops the list with a total score of -23, followed by Ben Kohles of the United States with -22. Alex Noren of Sweden takes the third spot with a score of -21. Korean S.H. Kim matches strides with England’s Aaron Rai, both posting a total score of -20.

Meanwhile, the daily score, otherwise known as the performance of the day, saw powerful swings from American Kevin Chappell and Puerto Rico’s Rafael Campos, both securing a daily score of -8.

For those seeking the PGA Tour Highlights and THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson Highlights, a compilation of the day’s best moments provides an exciting recap of round four. The end of these tournaments signifies yet another thrilling chapter in PGA Tour history, with players demonstrating exceptional talent and fierce competitiveness.

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THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson: The PGA Tour round 4 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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PGA Tour Live Blog: Taylor Pendrith celebrates maiden win in Texas

At the top of the table at this weeks PGA Tour event: Taylor Pendrith. (Image: Getty)
At the top of the table at this weeks PGA Tour event: Taylor Pendrith. (Image: Getty)

THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2024 Live Scores

The THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson in the season 2024 is being played in McKinney, Texas, United States of America at the TPC Craig Ranch. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 2nd of May and ends at the Sunday, 5th of May 2024.
The THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson is part of the PGA Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $9,500,000.
The course for the tournament at TPC Craig Ranch plays at Par 71.

After the team tournament last week, the PGA Tour returns to its usual format. In Texas, the players will compete in the tournament dedicated to the American golf legend Byron Nelson.

PGA Tour live

Through the Golf Post Live Blog you can follow all results on the PGA Tour live. Alongside the DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour), the PGA Tour is the world’s largest tournament series in men’s professional golf. The tour attracts prize money that is just as high as the level of the international elite that comes together at quite a few of the tournaments. The annual highlights of the season are the four major tournaments (co-sanctioned by the DP World Tour), the Players Championship and the final FedExCup playoffs, which conclude the season every year. Signature events were created for this purpose. These include the three FedExCup playoff tournaments, The Sentry, the invitational tournaments (Genesis Invitational, Arnold Palmer Invitational and Memorial Tournament) and four other tournaments, which can change annually.

The PGA Tour has gained its importance primarily through its ability to retain top players through the attractiveness of the tournaments and the size of the prize money, which has risen steadily in recent years. The FedExCup is the American equivalent of the European Race to Dubai, with players collecting points throughout the season until the FedExCup winner is crowned in three tournaments in August. The FedExCup playoffs consist of three tournaments: the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the BMW Championship and the final Tour Championship. The winner of the Tour Championship also becomes the winner of the FedEx Cup and secures the record jackpot of 25 million US dollars.

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Asian Tour Live Blog: Hongtaek Kim Wins in Thrilling Playoff

Wins this weeks Asian Tour event on the first playoff hole: Hongtaek Kim. (Image: DP World Tour)
Wins this weeks Asian Tour event on the first playoff hole: Hongtaek Kim. (Image: DP World Tour)

GS Caltex Maekyung Open Golf Championship 2024 Live Scores

The GS Caltex Maekyung Open Golf Championship in the season 2024 is being played in Seongnam-si, South Korea at the Namseoul Country Club. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 2nd of May and ends at the Sunday, 5th of May 2024.
The GS Caltex Maekyung Open Golf Championship is part of the Asian Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $944,179,60.
The course for the tournament at Namseoul Country Club plays at Par 71.

The Asian Tour starts its South Korea trip at the Namseoul Country Club. The course in Seongnam-si is one of the “old-school” Asian Tour courses.

Asian Tour live

The Asian Tour is a principal men’s professional golf tour in Asia, excluding Japan. Established in 1995, it serves as a platform for the region’s top golfers to compete at a high level of competition. The tour is a member of the International Federation of PGA Tours, which includes other major global tours such as the PGA Tour, the European Tour, and the PGA Tour of Australasia.

As a key part of the global golf landscape, the Asian Tour features tournaments across various Asian countries, offering opportunities for local and international players to showcase their talents and vie for significant prize money. Its events are also recognized for world ranking points, contributing to the global status and recognition of the players. The Asian Tour plays a crucial role in the development and promotion of the sport in Asia, nurturing local talents and enhancing the region’s presence in the world of professional golf.