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Aldrich Potgieter leads Mexico Open by 1 entering final round

South Africa's Aldrich Potgieter shot 4-under-par 67 to maintain the lead through the third round of the Mexico Open on Saturday at VidantaWorld in Vallarta, Mexico.

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Potgieter clings to 1-shot lead at Mexico Open

A sloppy finish cut Aldrich Potgieter's lead to just one shot over Brian Campbell heading into the final round of the Mexico Open.

Jordan Spieth News / Athlon Sports / February 22

Jordan Spieth Sparks Strong Reaction With Unexpected Decision

It's been a busy past few weeks for golf star Jordan Spieth who admitted he needed some time away from the game after a missed cut at the Genesis Invitational last weekend.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 22

Angel Yin rides sizzling round to 5-stroke lead in Thailand

Angel Yin carded an 8-under-par 64 on Saturday to seize a five-stroke lead heading into the final round at the Honda LPGA Thailand. Yin recorded three birdies on the final four holes of the front nine to highlight her bogey-free round.

Golf News / ESPN / February 22

Yin moves into 3rd-round lead at LPGA Thailand

Angel Yin birdied three of her final four holes on the front nine to help set up an 8-under 64 on Saturday to take a five-stroke lead into the final round of the LPGA Thailand tournament.

Golf News / ESPN / February 21

Potgieter flirts with sub-60, up 4 in Mexico Open

Aldrich Potgieter had a chance at another sub-60 round but finished with a 61 on Friday for a four-shot lead in the Mexico Open.

Tiger Woods News / Athlon Sports / February 21

TGL Makes Major Tiger Woods Matchup Ahead of Jupiter Links-Bay Golf Club Match

The division of professional golf has become a hot topic over the past few years, with players from the PGA Tour leaving to join LIV Golf. However, one "new league" has recently found great success and fan adoration. That is the Tomorrow Golf League (TGL), which Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy founded.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 21

Aldrich Potgieter, 20, jumps into Mexico Open lead with 61

Twenty-year-old Aldrich Potgieter fired a 10-under-par 61 during Mexico Open second-round play Friday to open a four-shot advantage at VidantaWorld in Vallarta, Mexico.

Tiger Woods News / Golf on ClutchPoints / February 21

Tiger Woods to miss Jupiter Links’ TGL match with playoffs looming

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy must be pretty excited with the early returns from their virtual golf league, the TGL (Tomorrow’s Golf League). The TGL ratings have been steady, and after a slow start building up the drama, the recent triple-header was wild.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 21

TaylorMade signs Kai Trump to endorsement deal

TaylorMade Golf signed an endorsement deal with one of the best golfers in the Trump Family. University of Miami commit Kai Trump, the oldest granddaughter of President Donald Trump, agreed to an NIL deal with the prominent golf apparel and equipment giant.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 21

Reports: LPGA sues Korean broadcast partner over unpaid funds

The LPGA filed a complaint in federal court this week to recover alleged unpaid funds from its South Korean media partner, Front Office Sports reported.

Tony Finau News / Field Level Media / February 21

Tony Finau joins TGL's Los Angeles GC for one match

Tony Finau signed a one-match contract to compete with Los Angeles Golf Club against New York Golf Club, the TGL team announced on Friday. Finau will join

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 21

LPGA rookie Akie Iwai maintains 2-shot lead in Thailand

LPGA Tour rookie Akie Iwai carded her second straight bogey-free round Friday to maintain a two-stroke lead at the Honda LPGA Thailand. The 22-year-old Japanese golfer posted a 5-under 67 in the second round to move to 15-under at the Siam Country Club Old Course in Pattaya, Chonburi.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 20

Jeremy Paul makes two eagles, shares lead at Mexico Open

Jeremy Paul of Germany carded two eagles on his way to a 7-under-par 64, giving him a share of the lead with Englishman Harry Hall and Norway's Kris Ventura after one round of the Mexico Open at VidantaWorld on Thursday in Vallarta, Mexico.

Anthony Kim News / Field Level Media / February 20

Anthony Kim reveals decades of drug, alcohol abuse -- and recovery

Celebrating two years of sobriety on Thursday, LIV Golf's Anthony Kim posted on Instagram about his lengthy battle with alcohol and drugs on the PGA Tour and how he endured suicidal thoughts for nearly 20 years before turning his life around.

Golf News / ESPN / February 20

McIlroy, Lowry to defend Zurich Classic team title

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry have committed to return to the Zurich Classic and defend the 2024 title they won in the PGA Tour's lone team event.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 20

LPGA rookie Akie Iwai jumps to 3-stroke lead in Thailand

Akie Iwai recorded 10 birdies to take a three-shot lead after the first round on the Honda LPGA Thailand on Thursday. Iwai tied the 18-hole scoring record at the event, last accomplished by Japanese compatriot Yuka Saso in the final round in 2022.

Dustin Johnson News / Yardbarker / February 20

Former world No. 1 golfer is quickly descending into irrelevancy

When was the last time you heard anything about Dustin Johnson? Unless you're closely following LIV Golf, odds are the answer is a long time ago.

As PGA-LIV deal nears, Adam Scott understands 'negative' feelings

TGL has a major problem Tiger Woods may not be able to fix

Three storylines for Mexico Open: Who's Woods rooting for?

Jake Knapp seeing himself everywhere at Mexico Open and eager to repeat

Mexico Open predictions | Betting picks for favorite Akshay Bhatia, more

Paul McGinley News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

Paul McGinley: Unification Deal for PGA and LIV 'Closer Than Ever'

The long-standing divide between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf may soon come to an end, as former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley has hinted that a resolution could be announced before the 2025 Masters Tournament in April.

Rory McIlroy News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

Watch: Rory Mcllroy Snaps at Heckler at Torrey Pines

During the final round at Torry Pines for the Genesis Invitational, Rory Mcllroy reportedly snapped at a fan who shouted out to him “Blame your caddie!” Mcllory then snapped back and said, “Shut the f--- up!” Now why did he snap like this, and why did that fan throw shade at Mcllroy’s caddie?

Golf News / Yardbarker / February 18

TGL has a major problem Tiger Woods may not be able to fix

TGL is a promising product thanks to its star power, fast pace of play and more intimate look at how players break down shots and interact with their buddies during a money game.

Three storylines for Mexico Open: Who's Tiger rooting for?

Tom Kim jabs Woods, Kevin Kisner: 'I need their old butts to get it going'

TGL: Atlanta Drive edge LAGC thanks to Patrick Cantlay's OT chip

As PGA-LIV deal nears, Adam Scott understands 'negative' feelings

2025 Mexico Open predictions | Outright winner picks at Vidanta Vallarta

Golf News / Golf on ClutchPoints / February 17

Justin Thomas’ hilarious reaction to Maverick McNealy prompts Ryder Cup plea

The Tiger Woods-hosted Genesis Invitational wrapped up on Sunday afternoon. Swedish phenom Ludvig Aberg birdied the 18th hole to beat Maverick McNealy by one shot.

Justin Leonard News / Field Level Media / February 16

Justin Leonard nabs Chubb Classic for first Champions win

Justin Leonard found the finishing push he needed by birdieing five of his last seven holes to win the Chubb Classic on Sunday at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Fla.

Joaquin Niemann News / Field Level Media / February 16

Joaquin Niemann wins LIV Adelaide for third league victory

Joaquin Niemann saved his best for last, scattering seven birdies to record a final-round 65 and win LIV Golf Adelaide in Australia on Sunday. He turned in the only bogey-free scorecard of the day and finished the tournament with a 13-under 203.

Golf News / Field Level Media / February 15

Justin Leonard leads Chubb Classic, step closer to 1st Tour win

Justin Leonard matched the low round of the day on Saturday to take a one-shot lead through 36 holes of the Chubb Classic as he seeks his first win on the PGA Tour Champions.

Abraham Ancer News / Field Level Media / February 15

Abraham Ancer ascends into share of lead at LIV Golf Adelaide

Abraham Ancer shot a 5-under 67 in the second round on Saturday to pull into a three-way tie atop LIV Golf Adelaide in Australia. Ancer carded six birdies against one bogey at blustery The Grange Golf Club to join fellow Mexican Carlos Ortiz and England's Sam Horsfield at 9-under 135 for the tournament.