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Homa, Kisner and Kim join Tiger’s TGL Team

Max Homa, Tom Kim and Kevin Kisner join Tiger Woods' TGL Team. (Image: Getty)
Max Homa, Tom Kim and Kevin Kisner join Tiger Woods' TGL Team. (Image: Getty)

Jupiter Links Golf Club (GC) announced today that Max Homa, currently ranked No. 9 in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR), Tom Kim, and Kevin Kisner have joined Tiger Woods to represent the four-man roster for Jupiter Links Golf Club in TGL presented by SoFi, the new tech-forward, prime time golf league set to launch  January 7, 2025 on ESPN.

“I have already shared my excitement and optimism for TGL as a league and product,” said Woods, who is part owner of Jupiter Links Golf Club and co-founder of TMRW Sports. “Now that we have finalized our roster with a team of world-class golfers, I am even more confident that this group will proudly represent the Jupiter area and connect with our fans for years to come.”

Tiger Woods’ TGL Golf Team

Max Homa is a six-time winner on the PGA TOUR including his 2021 win at the Genesis Invitational, a tournament he grew up attending that is now hosted by Woods. Homa has represented the U.S. in team golf on three occasions at the 2023 Ryder Cup, 2022 Presidents Cup, and 2013 Walker Cup. Homa joins Jupiter Links GC as the top-ranked player on the squad, having been paired with Woods at the Masters Tournament earlier this month where Homa finished T3 and Woods broke the consecutive cuts made record by advancing to the weekend for the 24th time. Homa is also one of the great personalities in the game today.

“Following Tiger’s career is one of the main reasons that I became an avid golfer. I remember watching him win the 1997 Masters, and now getting to play alongside him has been amazing,” Homa said. “It’s really exciting to call Tiger, Tom, and Kevin teammates. Thanks to TGL, I’ll be able to play with some of the best golfers in the world and bring this unique and exciting format to golf while also finding ways to connect with one of the best golf markets in the country in South Florida.” 

Tom Kim is a rising star in the world of golf, already amassing seven international victories and winning three times on the PGA TOUR and is currently the No. 23 in the world (OWGR). Kim’s first PGA TOUR victory came at the 2022 Wyndham Championship and made him the second-youngest winner on the PGA TOUR since World War II at 20 years, 1 month, 17 days, second only to Jordan Spieth at the 2013 John Deere Classic.  He starred at the 2022 Presidents Cup when he joined the International Team for the first time in his career and then won for the third time on the PGA TOUR at the Shriners Children’s Open to become the youngest three-time winner on the PGA TOUR since Tiger Woods in 1997. He goes by “Tom,” a nickname he had as a child after Thomas the Tank Engine in the TV series “Thomas & Friends.”

“I am so excited about playing in the TGL format with this group of guys. Obviously, I grew up inspired by Tiger Woods, but Max and Kevin are two of my favorite guys out on Tour. Both are genuinely good guys, but both also have a similar competitive fire.” Kim said. “It will be incredible to join these guys as teammates. To talk strategy with Tiger in a true competition is something I never dreamed could happen.” 

Kevin Kisner is a four-time PGA TOUR Champion and two-time U.S. Team participant in the Presidents Cup. Kisner has long been thought of as one of the top short-game players and top overall personalities in the game. The former Georgia Bulldog has recently dipped his toe in the world of broadcasting appearing as an analyst on several recent NBC Sports PGA TOUR broadcasts.

“I feel very privileged to have played in the Tiger Era. Having the opportunity to compete against and alongside the GOAT has been one of the things I’ll remember most at the end of my career,” Kisner said. “While I know we will have a lot of fun as a team with me, Tiger, Max and Tom, I also know when Tiger’s competitive fire kicks in, we are going to be ready to play and win. This is the perfect team to bring both fun and competition together at the same time. Can’t wait.” 

JUPITER LINKS GC UNVEILS LOGO AND BRAND

Logo: The Jupiter Links Golf Club brings to life the vibrant energy of Jupiter with the “Palm Flag” signature element combining beach and golf lifestyle with a golf pin flag and palm tree. The handwritten font is a nod to Tiger’s signature and the palm branches breaking the red circle representing the rising sun on the horizon. The three distinct sections of the pin represent the three competing Jupiter Links GC golfers at each TGL match. 

Colors: The primary color ‘Tiger Red’ represents Tiger’s bold signature Sunday uniform with midnight blue used to compliment the off-white beach sand and represent the Florida beach vibe.

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Ecco Golf and Rick Shiels Collab on Special Edition Biom C4 Drop

The new limited edition Ecco x Rick Shiels Biom C4 golf shoes. (Photo: Ecco Golf)
The new limited edition Ecco x Rick Shiels Biom C4 golf shoes. (Photo: Ecco Golf)

Global footwear pioneers, ECCO GOLF, and the world’s biggest golf YouTuber, Rick Shiels, have dropped a special ‘RICK SHIELS’ EDITION BIOM C4, with Rick Shiels himself collaborating with ECCO Golf’s design team to create the model. 

Limited to just 500 pairs, the Rick Shiels edition of ECCO GOLF’s best-selling BIOM C4 captures the ECCO ambassador’s personality and style, without losing any of the unwavering comfort or performance properties of the original design.

Ecco Golf x Rick Shiels: Modern style with sporty comfort

Inspired by the colour palette for his popular golf YouTube channel and branding, this contemporary, sneaker-style hybrid shoe comes in white with red and black accents, and the design also incorporates Shiels’ logo on the heel and tongue. 

With its breathable comfort and innovative performance, this limited-edition shoe has the same functionality as the regular BIOM C4, which Shiels lauds as his favourite style from the current ECCO Golf collection.

“I’m thrilled to have joined forces with the ECCO GOLF design team to create this Special Edition version of the BIOM C4,” commented Shiels. “The design really reflects my individual style and passions, and I couldn’t have asked for a better model in which to showcase those aspects of my personality.

“I was lucky enough to visit ECCO GOLF HQ in Denmark earlier this year and witness first-hand everything that goes into designing and crafting every pair of shoes that the company makes – it was absolutely mind-blowing. I can’t wait to see my design come to life, and to be able to get the shoes out on the golf course!”

Rick Shiels presents his limited edition Ecco Biom C4 golf shoe. (Photo: Ecco Golf)

The technologies in the Ecco Biom C4 golf shoe

Shiels’ stylistic elements of the shoe are complemented by some of ECCO’s world renowned performance technologies, including 360-degree breathability and waterproofing provided by a GORE-TEX SURROUND construction, which is combined with the ECCO EXHAUST GRID that enables air ventilation towards the sole of the foot. 

Crafted from ECCO Performance Leather and a new, super-stretchy mesh sock, this hybrid is set on the progressive ECCO MTN GRIP outsole and is powered by BIOM® NATURAL MOTION® Technology. The limited edition golf shoe is available in men’s sizes: 39-48.

ECCO GOLF shoes are worn in competition around the world by Henrik Stenson, Thomas Bjørn, Erik van Rooyen, Lydia Ko, Alison Lee, Nanna Koerstz Madsen, Freddy Schott, and Esther Henseleit, among others. For further information about ECCO GOLF, please visit golf.ecco.com.  

Text: Ecco Golf

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Professionals

 How Much Prize Money Has Rory McIlroy Earned? 

Rory McIlroys career earnings. (Image Getty)
Rory McIlroys career earnings. (Image Getty)

Rory McIlroy is one of the best-known players on the PGA Tour and the DP World Tour. With several major titles and Ryder Cup appearences, he has earned a fair share of prize money. But exactly how much has the Northern Irishman earned in his career to date?

This is how much Rory McIlroy has earned in prize money in his career

Since becoming a professional player back in September 2007 Rory Since turning professional in September 2007, Rory McIlroy has quickly become one of the top golfers on both the European and American Tours. With good finishes, he started to make the big money in 2009 with his victory at the Dubai Desert Classic on the DP World Tour (formerly European Tour) and his first PGA Tour title in 2010 at the Quail Hollow Championship. He followed his success with four major titles in 2011, 2012 and 2014 and increased his winner’s share to almost ten million in 2012 and 2014. After a few years with “only” smaller earnings, he won his first Tour Championship and the Players Championship in 2019, bringing his prize money for the year to a whopping 20 million, surpassed only by his 22′ prize money, which totals 40 million dollars. With his second FedExCup win and top finishes in all four major championships, McIlroy climbed back to the top of both tours and won the DP World Tour season standings.

Year Total Earnings
2007 $0
2009 $1,212,219
2010 $3,104,280
2011 $2,321,859
2012 $8,047,952
2013 $1,802,443
2014 $8,395,096
2015 $5,113,312
2016 $5,790,585
2017 $2,430,182
2018 $4,450,296
2019 $22,785,286
2020 $5,428,415
2021 $8,475,559
2022 $40,456,566
2023 $5,333,285

Rory McIlroy and the “Players Impact Program”

In addition to his tournament prize money, McIlroy collected a considerable sum from the “Players Impact Programme” introduced in 2021. A third place in 2021 earned him 3.5 million dollars, in 2022 a second place behind Tiger Woods earned him 12 million and in 2023 he received 15 million for his first place in the PGA Tours popularity rankings.

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 4 of the Corales Puntacana Championship

PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - APRIL 21: Billy Horschel of the United States smiles on the seventh green during the final round of the Corales Puntacana Championship at Puntacana Resort & Club, Corales Golf Course on April 21, 2024 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)

The final round of the Corales Puntacana Championship, a parallel event in the PGA Tour, took place at the Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course) in Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic. The course offered a test of skill for the professionals, who were vying for their share of the $4,000,000 tournament prize money.

Billy Horschel from the USA wins the tournament, amassing a total score of -23. Following him were Wesley Bryan and Kevin Tway, both also from the USA, with total scores of -21 and -19 respectively. Sharing the fourth spot were Charley Hoffman and Justin Lower, again from the USA, each with a total score of -18.

On the daily score front, which relates to the score in relation to par for the fourth round, Horschel again led the pack with -9. Following him were Chan Kim and Peter Kuest, both from the USA, with daily scores of -7 and -6 respectively.

In the embedded video, you will find a compilation of PGA Tour Highlights from the fourth round at the Corales Puntacana Championship. This video mainly focuses on the best shots, impressive plays, and key moments of the Corales Puntacana Championship Highlights.

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Corales Puntacana Championship: 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: Monday Finish awaits at RBC Heritage

PGA Tour: RBC Heritage live (Photo: Getty)
PGA Tour: RBC Heritage live (Photo: Getty)

RBC Heritage 2024 Live Scores

The RBC Heritage in the season 2024 is being played in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States of America at the Harbour Town Golf Links. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 18th of April and ends at the Sunday, 21st of April 2024.
The RBC Heritage is part of the PGA Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $20,000,000.
The course for the tournament at Harbour Town Golf Links plays at Par 71.

The RBC Heritage is known for its strategic course design by Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus, offering a challenge with its small, contoured greens and narrow fairways surrounded by mossy oaks and strategic bunkers. The tournament, hosted since the 1960s, has become a favorite for its rich tradition and the famous plaid jacket awarded to the winners. It follows the Masters, attracting players who adjust from the grand scale of Augusta to the challenges of Harbour Town.

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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Challenge Tour Live Blog: England’s Garrick Porteous Wins in Abu Dhabi

Challenge Tour Abu Dhabi Challenge Live (Photo: Getty)
Challenge Tour Abu Dhabi Challenge Live (Photo: Getty)

Abu Dhabi Challenge 2024 Live Scores

The Abu Dhabi Challenge in the season 2024 is being played in Abu Dhabi at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 18th of April and ends at the Sunday, 21st of April 2024.
The Abu Dhabi Challenge is part of the Challenge Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of 300.000,00 €.
The course for the tournament at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club plays at Par 70.

The Abu Dhabi Challenge is hosted at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club as part of the Challenge Tour. The event brings together a broad field, including former DP World Tour winners and new talents.

Challenge Tour live

The Challenge Tour is a professional golf tournament series that acts as the second tier below the DP World Tour. It serves as a development league and offers aspiring golfers the opportunity to develop their skills at a higher level, gain experience and qualify for the European Tour.

The Challenge Tour is internationally orientated, with tournaments held in various European countries and outside Europe. This offers players a varied experience on different golf courses and in different competitive conditions. The tour attracts golfers from all over the world who are interested in furthering their careers in professional golf.

As with the Korn Ferry Tour, the top players on the Challenge Tour qualify for the higher tour, in this case the European Tour, at the end of each season. This is usually based on the Challenge Tour ranking, with the best players receiving a Tour card. This promotion is a key goal for many players on the Challenge Tour, as it allows access to more prestigious tournaments, higher prize money and greater visibility in the world of golf.

Overall, the Challenge Tour is a crucial step for many golfers who want to make the leap to the highest level of European golf, the European Tour. It offers a mix of challenge and opportunity that is crucial for the career development of golfers.

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Asian Tour Live: John Catlin Wins Seven Shots Ahead of Field

Asian Tour: Saudi Open live. (Photo: Getty)
Asian Tour: Saudi Open live. (Photo: Getty)

Saudi Open 2024 Live Scores

The Saudi Open in the season 2024 is being played in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the Riyadh Golf Club. The tournament starts at the Wednesday, 17th of April and ends at the Saturday, 20th of April 2024.
The Saudi Open is part of the Asian Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of US$1,000,000.
The course for the tournament at Riyadh Golf Club plays at Par 72.

The Saudi Open, held at the Riyadh Golf Club, features a 18-hole course renowned for its layout with undulating terrain and well-maintained greens. The tournament gathers both seasoned professionals and rising stars from the Asian Tour.

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.

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Champions Tour Live: Paul Broadhurts Wins Invited Celebrity Classic

Champions Tour: Invited Celebrity Classic. (Photo: Getty)
Champions Tour: Invited Celebrity Classic. (Photo: Getty)

Invited Celebrity Classic 2024 Live Scores

The Invited Celebrity Classic in the season 2024 is being played in Irving, Texas, United States of America at the Las Colinas Country Club. The tournament starts at the Friday, 19th of April and ends at the Sunday, 21st of April 2024.
The Invited Celebrity Classic is part of the Champions Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $2,200,000.
The course for the tournament at Las Colinas Country Club plays at Par 71.

The Invited Celebrity Classic, held at Las Colinas Country Club in Irving, Texas, is a blend of sports and entertainment, featuring 78 PGA Tou Champions players and 40 celebrities. This tournament uses a modified Stableford scoring system for the celebrity tournament to accommodate all skill levels, making it enjoyable and competitive. The event spans over three days with a total purse of $2 million and offers an experience not just in golf but also through various fan engagements like the Corona Premier VR Golf Tour.

Champions Tour live

The PGA Tour Champions, formerly known as the Senior PGA Tour and Champions Tour, is a professional golf tournament series designed specifically for golfers aged 50 and over. This tour offers a platform for experienced golfers who have already completed their regular career on the PGA Tour. The PGA Tour Champions is characterised by shorter tournaments, usually over three rounds instead of the usual four, and there is no cut so that all qualified players compete in the entire tournament.

The participants are often former PGA Tour players and Major winners, which gives the Tour a high level of competitiveness and prestige. The PGA Tour Champions allows fans to continue to see some of the most legendary names in golf in action. The Tour also includes unique team and match play events that differ from the usual PGA Tour formats.

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Ladies European Tour Live: Chiara Tamburlini Charges Ahead and Takes Joburg Ladies Open Victory

Ladies European Tour: Joburg Ladies Open live (Photo: Flickr.com/ladieseuropeantour)
Ladies European Tour: Joburg Ladies Open live (Photo: Flickr.com/ladieseuropeantour)

Joburg Ladies Open 2024 Live Scores

The Joburg Ladies Open in the season 2024 is being played in Johannesburg, South Africa at the Modderfontein Golf Club. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 18th of April and ends at the Sunday, 21st of April 2024.
The Joburg Ladies Open is part of the Ladies European Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of €300,000.
The course for the tournament at Modderfontein Golf Club plays at Par 72.

The Joburg Ladies Open, held at the Modderfontein Golf Club in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a key event on the Ladies European Tour. This tournament features a challenging Par 72 course and takes place over four days. The 2023 edition had a total prize money of €300,000. Lily May Humphreys is the defending champion.

Ladies European Tour live

The Ladies European Tour is the leading professional golf tournament series for women in Europe. It is the European counterpart to the LPGA Tour (Ladies Professional Golf Association), which mainly takes place in the USA. The LET offers talented female golfers the opportunity to compete at a high level and serves as a platform for players to make a name for themselves internationally.

The tour includes a variety of tournaments in different European countries as well as outside of Europe. This international presence allows players to prove themselves on different courses and in different competitive conditions. For many players, the LET is an important step in their career.

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PGA Tour Live: Billy Horschel Comes From Behind and Wins Corales Puntacana Championship

PGA Tour: Corales Puntacana live (Photo: Getty)
PGA Tour: Corales Puntacana live (Photo: Getty)

Corales Puntacana Championship 2024 Live Scores

The Corales Puntacana Championship in the season 2024 is being played in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic at the Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course). The tournament starts at the Thursday, 18th of April and ends at the Sunday, 21st of April 2024.
The Corales Puntacana Championship is part of the PGA Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $4,000,000.
The course for the tournament at Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course) plays at Par 72.

The Corales Puntacana Championship, held at the Puntacana Resort & Club, transitioned to the PGA Tour in 2018. The tournament is celebrated for its scenic ocean views and challenging cliff-lined fairways.

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.