Thriston Lawrence three clear ahead of European Masters final ro
Thriston Lawrence will take a three-shot lead into the final round of the Omega European Masters as he bids to claim his second DP World Tour title of the season.
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'I wouldn't be surprised if that changes' - Jon Rahm questions PGA Tour requirement to play in 20 events
Jon Rahm is the first big-name PGA Tour star to break ranks, suggesting the revamped schedule should be amended. In a bid to combat the threat of LIV Golf, PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan unveiled changes for the 2023 season — which included added prize pots and a commitment by the top players to compete in 20 tournaments (12 Elevated Events, four majors, the Players Championship and three events of their choosing). Ad Rahm was not fully aware of the need to play in 20 events, and said it would put a particular strain on European players who want to support the DP World Tour — and those who have designs on playing in the Ryder Cup as there is a requirement to play four events in Europe.
Schauffele's burst cuts into Scheffler lead at East Lake
ATLANTA (AP) — Masters champion Scottie Scheffler is playing every bit like the No. 1 player in golf and was on the verge of turning the Tour Championship into a rout.
'You went for the money' - Butch Harmon demands honesty from LIV Golf players, defends Phil Mickelson
Butch Harmon has leapt to the defence of Phil Mickelson, but said players who defected to LIV Golf should be honest and say they moved for the money. Mickelson was the first high-profile player to join the Saudi-funded series, with the six-time major winner reportedly lured across by a contract in the region of $200 million. Ad The left hander has been widely criticised for his move, after labelling the Saudis «scary motherf*****s” and saying he was well aware of their „horrible record on human rights” only to move anyway.
'Cam and I get on really well' - Rory McIlroy would be disappointed to see Cameron Smith join LIV Golf
Rory McIlroy has said there would be no bad blood between himself and Cameron Smith should the Australian choose to defect to LIV Golf. Open champion Smith has been strongly linked with a move to the Saudi-funded league, and he has done nothing to dampen the flames by refusing to comment on the reports in recent press conferences. Ad It has been suggested Smith’s move to LIV could be confirmed next week following the conclusion of the Tour Championship.
Tour Championship: Scottie Scheffler stays strong at top of leaderboard, Xander Schauffele makes big move
Scottie Scheffler gave no indication of releasing his grip on the Tour Championship, but Xander Schauffele cut his lead with a brilliant display on a course he adores. World No. 1 Scheffler arrived at East Lake as the hot favourite by virtue of his outstanding play all season and the fact he started with a two-stroke lead due to the staggered start.
Carolina Panthers QB Sam Darnold (ankle) exits preseason game on cart
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Panthers backup quarterback Sam Darnold, who lost the starting job to Baker Mayfield earlier in the week, departed Friday's preseason finale against Buffalo on a golf cart after suffering a left ankle injury late in the third quarter.
McIlroy can't make ground on surging Scheffler
Rory McIlroy carded a second successive three-under 67 at the Tour Championship on Friday, but the unshakeable Scottie Scheffler remains the man to catch in Atlanta, Georgia.