Koepka’s ban, Pereira’s retirement, McIlroy’s club list, Müller’s swing tips, and a Robin Williams golf classic.
As 2026 approaches, golf fans are already speculating when Scottie Scheffler will complete his career Grand Slam. The world number one only needs the U.S. Open to join the elite club of players who have won all four majors. With his dominance on the PGA Tour and victories at the Masters, PGA Championship, and Open Championship, many believe it’s only a matter of time. Bookmakers have already pegged him as the favorite for all four majors in 2026.
But while the golf world waits for Scottie’s next triumph, Golf Digest jokingly posed a different question: when will Bennett Scheffler, Scottie’s toddler son, complete his own Grand Slam? The little one has already witnessed two major wins and made a memorable appearance at the Royal Portrush trophy ceremony. With dad likely to be in contention at every major, Bennett’s “spectator slam” might be completed soon.
Koepka’s PGA Tour Return and Pereira’s Retirement
Brooks Koepka could be back on the PGA Tour as early as August 2026, once his one-year suspension following his last LIV Golf appearance expires—assuming he reapplies for membership. In the meantime, Taylor “Asterisk” Gooch will take over as captain of Smash GC. Meanwhile, Mito Pereira has announced his retirement from professional golf. The 30-year-old Chilean, formerly of Torque GC under Joaquín Niemann, is stepping away to focus on family life in South America.
McIlroy’s Club Memberships and Sergio’s Spanish Squad
Rory McIlroy, ever the global golf icon, holds a staggering 18 club memberships. From his home club Holywood GC to the prestigious Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews and the ultra-exclusive Seminole GC, McIlroy’s club list is as elite as his resume. He even covers the membership fees for his father Gerry at Seminole.
Elsewhere in LIV Golf, Sergio Garcia has extended his contract and reactivated fellow Spaniard Luis Masaveu, making Fireballs GC a fully Spanish team alongside Jose Ballester and David Puig.
Holiday Highlights: Weddings, Gifts, and Golf Swings
Esther Henseleit shared wedding photos from her ceremony with Reece Phillips in the Dolomites, giving fans a glimpse into her personal life. Meanwhile, Thomas Müller couldn’t resist demonstrating his golf swing during a basketball game halftime, proving once a golfer, always a golfer.
In the NFL, Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love gifted his defensive backs premium Vessel golf bags and Bettinardi putters—an impressive holiday gesture usually reserved for quarterbacks.
Classic Moments and Year-End Laughs
TaylorMade’s annual holiday commercial featuring its brand ambassadors has once again delighted fans with behind-the-scenes footage. And to close out the year, Robin Williams’ legendary take on the invention of golf resurfaced,