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USA dominate Presidents Cup

The International Team were unable to turn the tide at the Presidents Cup, where the United States dominated again on day two.

Tiger gets chatty

The blog post — all 1,500 words of it — shows a Tiger more open about, well, most everything.

Leishman extends advantage at BMW Championship as Day lurks

A three-under 68 moved Marc Leishman five shots clear of the field with one round to play at the BMW Championship.

WATCH: Hole-in-one hero Day relaxed amid FedEx Cup charge

Jason Day feels at ease within himself and it shows as the Australian looms large at the BMW Championship.

Leishman extends lead

There was a memorable eagle for Jason Day but Marc Leishman stole the show again as he moved three shots clear.

A nightmare end to the round for our Aussie.

American Kevin Kisner will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the US PGA Championship despite carding a 72.

Day thanks Johnson at US PGA

Dustin Johnson was praised by Jason Day for a selfless act during the second round of the US PGA Championship.

Jordan Spieth talks to his balls

Open champion Jordan Spieth's golf balls listen to him when he talks, according Branden Grace.

McIlroy marvels at mental strength of 'hilarious' McGregor

Conor McGregor baited Floyd Mayweather Jr in their Los Angeles media conference, leaving Rory McIlroy amused and impressed in equal measure.

Tiger Woods makes statement

Woods has not played since February due to back trouble. He was arrested for a DUI in May.

WATCH: Spieth holes unbelievable bunker shot to win play-off

American Jordan Spieth holed an incredible bunker shot to win the Travelers Championship.

Woods reached out to Jason Day

Woods is still out of action due to another back surgery. He is also dealing with a recent DUI arrest.

U.S. Open 2017: World's top three all miss cut at Erin Hills

We take a look at some of the biggest names to have missed the cut in the U.S. Open, including Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy, and Jason Day.

U.S. Open spectator dies

The USGA reported some sad news on Friday, confirming the death of a spectator at the U.S. Open.

I just played bad golf, man - Day

Jason Day was honest about his performance at Erin Hills on Thursday, which left him 14 shots off the pace.

U.S. Open picks: Dustin Johnson aims for major repeat on controversial golf course

Dustin Johnson won his first major last summer at Oakmont and has finished no worse than fourth in the U.S. Open since 2014.

President Obama plays St. Andrews

Obama played a round of golf at St. Andrews Friday in front of a large crowd.

The Players Championship 2017: Sergio Garcia looks to defend Masters title on familiar course

Sergio Garcia is playing for the first time since winning the Masters, and TPC Sawgrass has been his personal playground in recent years.

Masters jacket sold in thrift store

One of The Masters' iconic green jackets somehow ended up in a Toronto thrift shop. A quarter-century later, it auctioned off for $140,000.

Day: It felt like I played 36 holes

Australian golfer Jason Day carded a two-over-par 74 in difficult conditions at the Masters on Thursday.

Day withdraws from match play

Jason Day withdrew from his match against Pat Perez after just six holes Wednesday.

The unusual reason why Adam Scott could miss PGA Championship

Adam Scott and his wife are expecting a child in August.

Scott ready for Riviera

Scott fell one shot short of Bubba Watson last year at Riviera.

Jason Day sends warning to struggling Tiger Woods

Day is ready to tee it up at the Genesis Open this week, where he will look to build off his top-5 finish at Pebble Beach.

Caged Tiger: Woods withdrawal from Dubai raises more questions over his future

Tiger Woods appears to be facing the biggest challenge of his illustrious career, after another injury-enforced withdrawal from an event.

Fan tweets Sergio Garcia for 206 days asking to be caddie... and finally gets his wish

After almost seven months of receiving at least one message a day from a persistent fan, Sergio Garcia granted his supporter's wish.

Hadwin surges into lead with 59

Canadian Adam Hadwin became just the eighth player in PGA Tour history to shoot a 59 following his efforts on Saturday.

Donald Trump and Tiger Woods meet on the golf course

The superstar twosome played Friday in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Tiger Woods posts shirtless Santa photo, internet laughs

Tiger Woods dressed up his favorite holiday character, "Mac Daddy Santa" and decided it would be a good idea to share the costume (or lack there of) with the world.

Hollywood actor Mark Wahlberg can play 18 holes of golf in an hour

Four or five hours to play a round of golf? Not if you do it Mark Wahlberg's way.

Bubba Watson may use pink golf balls in 2017

Bubba Watson will reportedly play with a pink golf ball in 2017 — and a green ball for the Masters.

Cindy Crawford celebrates with Rickie Fowler, drinks from Ryder Cup

The Ryder Cup trophy was Rickie Fowler's wingman on his 28th birthday.

Day would like to try to beat Tiger Woods 'at his best'

Jason Day - winner of the US PGA Championship last year - hopes he can have an epic showdown or two with Tiger Woods.

Jason Day pulling for Tiger Woods so he can 'beat him at his best'

The world's current No. 1 golfer is recovering from back surgery of his own.

Arnold Palmer's Masters trophy fetches $444,000 at auction

Arnold Palmer's family demanded that the public be privy to one of the golfing great's Masters trophies after it was auctioned for $444,000.

Golf tournament suspended after caddie dies

Play has been suspended for the day at the Dubai Ladies Masters after a caddie collapsed on the course and later died.

Tiger Woods roars back on Day 2 at Hero World Challenge

Woods avoided the back-nine pitfalls that sunk his opening round and broke out a fist pump for good measure.

Hero World Challenge: Tiger Woods to play with Justin Rose in Round 2

The two trailers in the field will play together Friday in the Bahamas.

Tiger Woods excites in pro-am with two eagles on front nine

One day before his long-awaited and highly anticipated return to competitive golf, Tiger Woods sunk a pair of eagles during a pro-am event.

Tiger Woods' return to golf is a holiday gift to sagging sports TV biz

One of the sports world's greatest all-time TV draws is returning to action. Woods will tee it up at the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas on Thursday.

Dustin Johnson, Paulina Gretzky recreate Miley Cyrus song on Instagram

Dustin Johnson and Paulina Gretzky have become Instagram sensations.

Paulina Gretzky, Dustin Johnson create epic Instagram music video

Dustin Johnson won his first major championship this summer, but it pales in comparison to his Instagram video.

Team golf making return to PGA Tour

The 2017 Zurich Classic will next year become the PGA Tour's first team event in nearly 40 years.

Next target for Tiger Woods return: December tournament in Bahamas

While he sounds optimistic, there is no guarantee that Tiger Woods will take part in an 18-man event for which he is host.

Rory McIlroy gives perfect explanation for Tiger Woods' WGC success

McIlroy is in China to tee it up in this week's WGC-HSBC Champions.

Senators swing, miss in trying to make U.S. Women's Open a political issue

They are welcome to their opinion, but three senators have better things to do in Congress than worry about a 2017 golf tournament.

WGC-HSBC Championship preview: Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson back in action

The season's first World Golf Championship returns to China, where a number of golf's stars are in the field.

William McGirt skips WGC event to play in pro-am

William McGirt can't play in the Sanderson Farms Championship, but he's playing in the pro-am anyway.

Tiger Woods confident he will break Jack Nicklaus' major record

Tiger Woods has 14 major titles, four shy of tying Jack Nicklaus' record set 30 years ago.

Tiger Woods making rounds — with TV talk shows

Tiger Woods will talk about the 20th anniversary of his foundation on Charlie Rose and Stephen Colbert this week.

CIMB Classic preview: Patrick Reed returns after Ryder Cup heroics

Justin Thomas earned his first PGA Tour victory here last season.

Letter from Arnold Palmer to Michigan golfer arrives weeks after Arnie's death

Arnold Palmer sent a letter to congratulate Nick Carlson.

Women's tournament on Trump course?

USA Today columnist Christine Brennan writes: "How can there be any doubt about what the USGA must do? It must dump Trump National."

Phil Mickelson plans to make 2018 Ryder Cup team, wants to win in Europe

Phil Mickelson plans on making the 2018 Ryder Cup team even though he will be 48 come competition time.

Phil Mickelson supports Tiger Woods' decision to withdraw from Safeway Open

Mickelson said he supports Woods' decision to withdraw this week if his game is not yet ready.

PGA Tour Player of the Year announced

American Dustin Johnson won three tournaments this season, including his first major at the U.S. Open.

Dustin Johnson voted PGA Tour Player of the Year

Johnson won three tournaments this season, including his first major at the U.S. Open.

Tiger Woods withdraws from Safeway Open

Tiger Woods issues a statement on his website as he withdraws from the Safeway Open after announcing his plans to return.

Famed Harbour Town Golf Links in disarray after Hurricane Matthew

The PGA Tour stops at Harbour Town Golf Links every year for the RBC Heritage.

Las Vegas offers prop bets on Tiger Woods’ return

Tiger Woods has been posted at 40/1 odds by the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook to win this week’s Safeway Open in Napa, Calif.

Tigers Woods gets interesting pairing in return to PGA Tour

Tiger Woods will play alongside a longtime rival in his first tournament in more than a year.

Donald Trump 'banter' with Howard Stern about raunchy Tiger Woods story resurfaces

More locker room talk by the Republican presidential candidate has resurfaced.

Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson reportedly paired at Safeway Open

Woods officially committed to playing the Safeway Open Friday morning.

Uncork the 2016 Eldrick: Tiger Woods debuts new look of old favorite

Starting on Oct. 13, golf fans can sample Tiger Woods live from Napa Valley. An initial tasting will be interesting, ready to serve but not yet ready to win.

Tiger Woods commits to PGA Tour return beginning Oct. 13

In his first competition since August 2015, Tiger Woods will play in the Safeway Open in California, which begins the 2016-17 season.

Woods agrees to vice captain, again

Tiger Woods will serve as one of Steve Stricker's vice captain's at next year's Presidents Cup,

'King' Arnold Palmer remembered in emotional memorial service

A who's who of the golf community gathered at the basilica on the Saint Vincent College campus to pay tribute and say farewell to Palmer.

Danny Willett: My brother was right about ugly American fans at Ryder Cup

After suffering a miserable first Ryder Cup experience, Danny Willett believes his brother was correct in his criticism of American fans.

Willett backs up brother

After suffering a miserable first Ryder Cup experience, Danny Willett believes his brother was correct in his criticism of American fans.

'Dumbass' Phil Mickelson admits to putting U.S. under pressure at Ryder Cup

Poorly timed criticism of Tom Watson's 2014 Ryder Cup captaincy was owned up to by Phil Mickelson on Sunday.

Ryder Cup 2016: Three reasons the U.S. defeated Europe

The U.S. walked away from Hazeltine with its first Ryder Cup win since 2008. It was just its third win since 1993.

Ryder Cup 2016: United States delivers victory, ends three-time skid

Europe won three of the first five singles matches Sunday at Hazeltine, but it was not enough as the USA surged to an emphatic win.

Ryder Cup 2016: Patrick Reed beats Rory McIlroy; U.S. on title track

Patrick Reed's victory over Rory McIlroy got the Americans off to a fast start on Sunday, the first of five points needed to win the Ryder Cup.

Ryder Cup 2016: Patrick Reed, Rory McIlroy serve up no-holds-barred duel

Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy produce extraordinary golf as they stage a potentially pivotal Ryder Cup match.

Ryder Cup 2016: U.S. heavy favorites as singles begin at Hazeltine

Five points separated Team USA from a first Ryder Cup win in four attempts. Patrick Reed and Rory McIlroy open singles play.

Ryder Cup 2016: 'Zero tolerance' for hecklers, PGA of America says

Hazeltine's hecklers will face ejection on the final day of Ryder Cup competition. Personal insults marred Saturday's action.

Ryder Cup 2016: U.S. takes commanding lead into Sunday singles

The U.S. took three huge points Saturday afternoon to put Europe ina huge hole heading into Sunday's singles matches.

Fred Couples talks Ryder Cup, captain's picks, dramatic European comebacks

Fred Couples likes that U.S. players have more say in the Ryder Cup decisions, but doesn't think the task force needed to be so balky.

Ryder Cup 2016: Matt Kuchar says pairing with Phil Mickelson is 'like playing with my big brother'

Matt Kuchar and Phil Mickelson fought off Martin Kaymer and Sergio Garcia during Saturday's fourball match.

Ryder Cup 2016: Jordan Spieth, Patrick Reed wilt; Europeans close gap

The United States appeared sure to remain two points ahead at Hazeltine, only to see its anchor pair to falter in foursome play.

Snedeker praises Koepka after win

Brandt Snedeker and Brooks Koepka have now won their first two Ryder Cup matches as partners.

Ryder cup 2016: Tension high as play resumes; U.S. holds 5-3 lead

Foursome competition returns in the second day of competition.

Ryder Cup 2016 pairings: McIlroy-Pieters to start Saturday against Mickelson-Fowler

Rory gets another chance at the U.S duo that beat him Friday morning.

Europe reduce deficit to 5-3

After being trounced 4-0 in the morning at Hazeltine, Europe were much stronger in the fourballs as they revived their Ryder Cup hopes.

Ryder Cup 2016: Europeans prove they can rally in afternoon fourball

After a meek morning at Hazeltine National, the Europeans came roaring back in the afternoon.

Ryder Cup 2016: Danny Willett says hostile environment was 'anticipated'

Danny Willett has been under fire this week because of the hateful words his brother wrote about U.S. fans.

Phil Mickelson: Rickie Fowler got the best out of me

Despite playing in 10 previous Ryder Cups, Phil Mickelson was grateful to Rickie Fowler for loosening him up at Hazeltine.

Lee Westwood takes responsibility for heavy Ryder Cup defeat

After he and Thomas Pieters were trounced on the first day of the Ryder Cup, Lee Westwood said that he "played poorly and Thomas played well."

Davis Love III calls for more of same from red-hot Team USA

The U.S. made the perfect start to its quest to regain the Ryder Cup, prompting Davis Love III to say: "Keep doing the same thing."

Ryder Cup 2016: How the U.S. swept Friday's morning matches

Jordan Spieth and Patrick Reed went out and made a statement with the first victory of the day, beating Henrik Stenson and Justin Rose.

USA claim early initiative

Patrick Reed and Jordan Spieth led from the front for the United States as the favorites for the 41st Ryder Cup started strongly.

Ryder Cup 2016 begins with Jordan Spieth, Phil Mickelson in action

Justin Rose hits the first tee shot at Hazeltine as the 41st Ryder Cup begins.

Ryder Cup 2016: Captains Love, Clarke explain method behind first pairings

Davis Love III and Darren Clarke are friends off the course, but they will be trying to beat each other this weekend. The showdown begins Friday morning.

Ryder Cup 2016 pairings: Spieth-Reed vs. Rose-Stenson promises fireworks

Jordan Spieth and Patrick Reed will go out first for the Americans against Europe's Justin Rose and Henrik Stenson. It might be the best match of the weekend.

Danny Willett says brother's crude comments 'a bit of a downer'

Danny Willett said his brother's comments put a "downer" on his first Ryder Cup, but he hopes fans let him move past it.

Phil Mickelson apologizes to Hal Sutton over criticism of '04 captain

After criticizing former U.S. Ryder Cup captain Hal Sutton, Phil Mickelson issued an apology.

Ryder Cup fan goes inside ropes to sink money putt after heckling Europeans

David Johnson of North Dakota gave Rory McIlroy, Henrik Stenson and Justin Rose a hard time about missed putts, then backed up his talk.

Ryder Cup 2016: U.S. pairings starting to come together

Phil Mickelson and Rickie Fowler have seemed a comfortable duo during the practice rounds at Hazeltine National.

Fourballs vs. foursomes

Each of the first two days of the Ryder Cup has a four-match session of fourballs and a four-match session of foursomes. The difference?

Ryder Cup 2016: How do you score? How do you win?

Twenty-eight matches worth a point each decide the Ryder Cup. The first team to 14½ wins, but a 14-14 ties sends the Cup back to Europe.

Ryder Cup 2016: Phil Mickelson remains baffled by '04 pairing with Tiger Woods

Team USA captain Hal Sutton was the man who did it at Oakland Hills, but it was the timing not the pairing that was ill-fated.

American fans 'mob of imbeciles,' says golfer's troll brother

Pete Willett with a masterful effort.

Ryder Cup 2016: Danny Willett's brother slams fat U.S. fans and their 'pissy beer'

If the Ryder Cup rivalry between Team USA and Team Europe wasn't already intense enough, Danny Willett's brother lit the fuse with some ugly words about Americans.

Tiger Woods shooed away as he tries to pose for U.S. Ryder Cup team photo

There's no room for you here, Tiger.

Ryder Cup 2016: Rickie Fowler pleased 'best friend' Bubba Watson is on board

Rickie Fowler is happy to be playing in the Ryder Cup, and is pleased Bubba Watson got to join the team, even though he's not playing.

Ryder Cup 2016: Jordan Spieth all business in first practice round

Jordan Spieth looked focused Tuesday as he was grouped with likely playing partner Patrick Reed, Dustin Johnson and Matt Kuchar.

Ryder Cup 2016: Tiger Woods takes active role with U.S. team

Tiger Woods helped a number of golfers out during Tuesday's practice rounds.

Davis Love III at Ryder Cup: 'We're all playing with heavy hearts'

"We're planning cars and flights to a funeral that we don't really want to go to," Team USA's captain says.

Sergio Garcia: 'You don't win Ryder Cups with your mouth'

Sergio Garcia is set to play in his eighth Ryder Cup, and he's ready to let his play do the talking.

Ryder Cup 2016: Rory McIlroy says Team Europe just needs to follow 'blueprint'

Unbeaten in three Ryder Cup appearances, the world No. 3 is trying to get Europe's rookies ready for the first-tee rush.

Ryder Cup 2016: Three reasons Team USA will win

Dustin Johnson is the hottest golfer in the world. Can he lead the U.S. to a Ryder Cup win?

Ryder Cup 2016: Rory McIlroy 'hugely inspirational' for Euro team, captain Darren Clarke says

Rory McIlroy's dramatic victory at the Tour Championship "delighted and excited" his Ryder Cup teammates and captain Darren Clarke.

Ryder Cup 2016: Get to know Team USA

The U.S. team is trying to win its first Ryder Cup since 2008 at Valhalla.

Gary Player: Arnold Palmer transcended the game of golf

Arnie "transcended the game of golf" with his charisma, charm and patience, according to former "Big Three" adversary Gary Player.

Phil Mickelson: 'Arnold Palmer was my model on and off the course'

Arnold Palmer's death at the age of 87 has led to a host of tributes from across golf, with Phil Mickelson describing him as his role model.

Jason Day, Jordan Spieth and Rory McIlroy lead Arnold Palmer tributes

World No. 1 Jason Day is one of many to post a heartfelt tribute to Arnold Palmer after his death Sunday.

Jack Nicklaus pens heartfelt goodbye to Arnold Palmer, 'the king of our sport'

Having been friends for decades, Jack Nicklaus led the tributes to Arnold Palmer after news broke of his death on Sunday.

'The Simpsons' premiere mentions Arnold Palmer on night of golf great's death

Iconic golfer Arnold Palmer died early Sunday evening and was mentioned on the season premiere of "The Simpsons" Sunday night.

Lee Trevino has an awesome Arnold Palmer story

Trevino was Palmer's partner for his last competitive round

Arnold Palmer, golf legend, dead at 87

Arnold Palmer, one of the greatest golfers ever and a legend of American sport, died Sunday. He was 87 years old.

Rory McIlroy rallies in playoff to win Tour Championship, FedEx Cup

Rory McIlroy survived a grueling four-hole playoff against Ryan Moore and Kevin Chappell to win the Tour Championship and FedEx Cup.

Jason Day withdraws from Tour Championship with back pain

Jason Day had said he felt better entering this week, but he was forced to pick up his ball Friday at East Lake.

Brandt Snedeker defends Bubba Watson as potential Ryder Cup selection

Snedeker on Watson: "We would be lucky to have him on the team as a teammate, period, end of story."

Tiger Woods' Ryder Cup presence could have 'adverse effect,' Lee Westwood says

Lee Westwood is not convinced Tiger Woods will help the United States in his role as Ryder Cup vice-captain.

Tim Finchem calls Tiger Woods best of all time

Tim Finchem ended an age-old golf debate this week before he retires after the season.

Lee Westwood doesn't think Bubba Watson is a team player

Lee Westwood is not surprised Bubba Watson is still missing from the U.S. Ryder Cup roster.

Ryder Cup roster only matters if Americans stop choking when it matters

Davis Love III snubbed Bubba Watson, for now.

Fowler, Holmes, Kuchar earn picks

Davis Love III has one more pick still to announce before the competition later this month in Minnesota.

Phil Mickelson would love to play with Tiger Woods at Safeway Open

Phil Mickelson is excited to see Tiger Woods return to the PGA Tour.

Jordan Day? World top-ranked golfer laughs off first-tee mix-up

Jason Day and Jordan Spieth have both held golf's No. 1 ranking in 2016. So it is easy to get them mixed up, right?

Tiger Woods' return plans give Brandel Chamblee another chance to knock ex-No. 1

The Golf Channel analyst fears Woods will reinjure himself with his old swing.

Johnny Miller says Tiger Woods can still win 6-8 more tournaments

NBC golf analyst Johnny Miller believes Woods will win multiple times on the PGA Tour to close out his career.

Rory McIlroy labels Tiger Woods 'greatest player ever'

The peak years of Tiger Woods still have Rory McIlroy in awe after the 14-time major winner flagged another comeback attempt.

Tiger Woods has date for possible return: Oct. 13 in California tourney

After more than a year of rehab from back surgery, Tiger Woods is pondering his next competition.

McIlroy wins Deutsche Bank, Adam Scott finishes strongly

World number five Rory McIlroy overhauled a six-shot deficit to claim his first PGA Tour win in over a year at TPC Boston.

World No. 4 Henrik Stenson eager to avoid surgery as Ryder Cup looms

A torn meniscus may prompt Henrik Stenson to take a break before and after the Ryder Cup, but he has no plans to undergo surgery.

Golf experts pushing for needed rules tune-up

Golfers may be playing with new rules sooner rather than later.

Masters champ Danny Willett opts to skip FedEx Cup playoffs

Danny Willett took up PGA Tour membership following his victory at Augusta National.

Tiger Woods' home has become a 'PGA Superstore'

The former World No. 1 player is being courted heavily by golf equipment makers now that Nike is out of the picture.

Scott and Day in contention at The Barclays

American Rickie Fowler is in prime position to claim the first of four events in the FedEx Cup play-offs.

Jordan Spieth says Bethpage Black is 'one of the toughest' courses he has played

Jordan Spieth shot an even-par 71 in Round 1 of The Barclays.

Dustin Johnson talks playing in '20 Olympics, Tiger Woods' big role with Ryder Cup team

Dustin Johnson would like to play in Tokyo in four years. First, there's the Ryder Cup; he's bullish on the U.S. chances, thanks in part to Tiger's influence.

Jordan Spieth would prefer Ryder Cup win over FedEx Cup

Jordan Spieth, who won the FedEx Cup last season, would prefer to win the Ryder Cup this year.

PGA Tour to test letting players live-stream practice rounds, pro-ams

The social-media play is a way for the players to show their personalities.

World's largest rodent on the mind of Olympic golfers

The world's largest rodent, the capybara, calls Rio's Olympic golf course home, and Rickie Fowler is hoping to steer clear of them.

Jason Day 'running on empty' after late-night hospital dash

Jason Day's wife, Ellie, suffered an allergic reaction to eating seafood on Tuesday and the world number one has also been feeling unwell.

Jason Day reveals his golfing mentor

Tiger Woods remains a source of inspiration for Jason Day ahead of The Open at Royal Troon.

Jason Day streaks into the lead at the World Golf Championships

Jason Day will take a lead into the weekend at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational after another solid round.

Jason Day primed for US Open challenge

The Australian star is just a shot above the projected cut line in Pennsylvania.

Day: Spieth should be bothered by my success

Jason Day thinks Jordan Spieth is right to be concerned by the form he is in and the fact he leads the world rankings.

Day claims dominant wire-to-wire victory at Players Championship

Australian Jason Day added a 10th PGA Tour title to his collection with a classy performance at the unofficial "fifth major".

Jason Day leads heading into the final round of The Players Championship

World number one Jason Day held his lead at The Players Championship as weather made for a difficult day of golf.

Jason Day equals course record at The Players Championship

World number one Jason Day tied the Stadium Course record on Thursday at The Players Championship with a bogey-free 31-32.

Late slump from Spieth leaves door open for Day

Jordan Spieth remains on course for another wire-to-wire win at the Masters, but a dramatic late wobble on Saturday saw his lead reduced from four shots to just one heading into the final round.

Video: Day still in contention as Spieth set to duel with McIlroy

Jordan Spieth held a clutch par putt on the 18th hole to retain the lead at the halfway stage of the Masters, but Rory McIlroy was only one shot back and set to form part of a mouth-watering final pairing on Saturday after the reigning champion slipped back to the field in fiendish conditions.

Video: Day bottles it as Spieth goes two clear at Augusta

For the fifth successive round at Augusta, Jordan Spieth tops the leaderboard. Jason Day almost caught him, only to fall away spectacularly.

Video: Ernie Els seven-putts on opening hole at Augusta

'The Big Easy' endured the most difficult of starts at Augusta on Thursday, beginning his first round of the Masters with a 10.

Australian Masters cancelled for 2016

The Australian Masters, a tournament previously won by the likes of Tiger Woods and Adam Scott, will not be held in 2016.

Jason Day's golf career nearly ended

World number one Jason Day confessed he considered quitting golf shortly before making his Masters bow five years ago.

Jason Day in serious doubt for the Masters

Fears over world number two Jason Day's fitness were raised as he appeared to suffer a back injury while seeing off Graeme McDowell at the WGC-Dell Match Play.

What Tiger Woods said to pump up Jason Day

Tiger Woods told Jason Day that he is capable of starting his own legacy at the Arnold Palmer Invitational last week.

Jason Day digs deep to win his first tournament of the year

Jason Day went wire-to-wire as he claimed the Arnold Palmer Invitational by one stroke, though the world number three was forced to dig deep on Sunday.

Day continues to set the pace at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Steph Curry, Jordan Spieth hang courtside before Warriors win

The two superstars spoke on the court before Friday's tip off, mostly discussing golf, then posed for a picture after the game.

Three-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton hits golf ball from above clouds

Already a three-time Formula 1 champion, Lewis Hamilton took his golf game to new heights Wednesday — literally.

Adam Scott wins second consecutive tournament

Aussie Adam Scott's hot form has continued, taking out the WGC-Cadillac Championship in Florida.

Video: LPGA's Jang Ha-na nails hole-in-one

Leishman savours victory after tough 2015

Holman wins Australian PGA Championship play-off

Huge changes ahead for Scott in 2016

Jordan Spieth delivers world-class round at WGC event

Jordan Spieth shot up the leaderboard on Saturday with a 9-under 63 in the third round.

McIlroy hit by food poisoning

Four-time major winner Rory McIlroy is hopeful he will recover from food poisoning in time to tee off in the WGC–HSBC Champions.

Slave-driver Woods tossed clubs, spat at holes

Tiger Woods' former caddy Steve Williams has claimed he felt like a "slave" at times during his successful spell working with the American.

Oscar Pistorius reportedly hopes to become professional golfer

Oscar Pistorius hopes to pursue his 'second love' once he has served the rest of his five-year sentence for culpable homicide in the death of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

Jason Day returns to world No.1

Jason Day has taken over as golf's world number one for a second time, despite the fact neither he nor Jordan Spieth played last week.

Leishman's heroics not enough as US narrowly win Presidents Cup

United States won the Presidents Cup thanks to Bill Haas' victory over Bae Sang-moon at the Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea.

Spieth's caddie earns almost five times as much as Tiger in 2015

Michael Greller reportedly made $2.14 million in 2015, almost identical to Phil Mickelson and five times as much as Woods.

Spieth lifts FedEx Cup with Tour Championship win

Jordan Spieth won the Tour Championship and hoisted his first FedEx Cup, while he also reclaimed the top ranking.

Day not worried about losing No.1 ranking

Jason Day is losing his grip on the world number one ranking and FedEx Cup play-offs lead at the Tour Championship.

Day fades as Stenson, Speith duke it out

A two-under 68 has seen Henrik Stenson take control of the Tour Championship and FedEx Cup.

McIlroy: Speith ahead of Day

U.S. Open and Masters champion Jordan Spieth is Rory McIlroy's player of the year.

Day off the pace, Stenson blitzes the field

Henrik Stenson's bid to win the FedEx Cup got off to a flying start, with the Swede two shots clear at the Tour Championship.

Stenson: 'Someone with the first letter of a J will win' FedEx Cup

Jordan Spieth and Jason Day are set to do battle once more when the Tour Championship starts on Thursday.

Day still cruising in Illinois

Australian Jason Day failed to live up to his opening two rounds, but he is still well clear at the BMW PGA Championship.

Day: I can dominate golf like Tiger did

Jason Day has won three of his past five tournaments, leads the FedEx Cup play-offs and is poised to claim the number one golf ranking.

Jason Day remains the player to beat at BMW Championship

Jason Day looks to fend off a host of challengers as the penultimate tournament of the FedEx Cup play-offs heads to Chicago.

Norman: Golf really needs to get its crap together

Greg Norman ranted on the state of golf and claims the game is in a state of "financial distress."

J-Day tied for the lead at The Barclays

It was moving day for Jason Day and Sang-moon Bae as the Australian and South Korean dominated The Barclays' third round.

Spieth loses number one ranking

Just 12 days after securing it, Jordan Spieth has lost the number one ranking after a poor showing at The Barclays.

Day battles back pain

Jason Day opened The Barclays with a two-under-par 68 on Thursday.

Woods headlines Wyndham field

The 76th edition of the Wyndham Championship will get underway in Greensboro, North Carolina on Thursday.

Day's mother watched win at work

Dening Day couldn't watch her son win the US PGA Championship in person, so she settled for watching it on a computer at work.

Day in the lead as storms stop play

Jason Day looks like he's ready to break through for his first major championship.

Day pleased with start at US PGA

Jason Day is two shots behind US PGA Championship leader Dustin Johnson after the opening round.

McIlroy swinging again after injury

World number one Rory McIlroy has revealed in an Instagram post that he is back swinging a golf club again after his ankle injury.

Golfer gets date with Holly Sonders despite losing US Junior Amateur

Andrew Orischak is going to prom with Holly Sonders even though he lost the US Junior Amateur.

Fired caddie says Robert Allenby fabricated kidnapping story

Nick Middlemo didn't hold back in blasting former employer Robert Allenby. He said he believes the golfer's kidnapping story is untrue.

Robert Allenby fires caddie mid-round

Robert Allenby has his name up in lights for all the wrong reasons once more, after firing his caddie at a PGA Tour event.

"We need a black champion" - Player

Nine time major winner Gary Player has waded into the Tiger Woods debate, saying he's desperate to see the American back top.

Spieth to defend in Australia

After a memorable round to win the Australian Open last year, Jordan Spieth's return to Sydney has been confirmed.