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Golf Daily Digest – August 19, 2026

The latest golf headlines, tournament updates, player news, leaderboard stories and talking points from across the game.

LIV Golf reduces Indianapolis prize money amid reports of unpaid players and new lawsuit

The final event of the LIV Golf season will feature significantly reduced prize money as the league faces a fresh lawsuit and reports of outstanding player payments.

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Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood to return to DP World Tour at Dunhill Links Championship

Ryder Cup veterans Ian Poulter and Lee Westwood are scheduled to make their first DP World Tour appearances in over three years at October’s Dunhill Links Championship.

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LIV Golf players meet with CEO and proposed investor to discuss league’s future

LIV Golf players met with CEO Scott O’Neil and a proposed investor to discuss a 10-event schedule, smaller purses, and player equity, drawing mixed reactions from the roster.

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Weekly golf roundup features new LIV lawsuit and Scottie Scheffler’s $23 million bonus

This week’s golf news highlights include a new lawsuit facing LIV Golf, Bryson DeChambeau confirming his return to South Africa, and Scottie Scheffler’s $23 million bonus.

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LIV Golf season finale in Indianapolis features scaled-back buildout and canceled concerts

On-site reports from LIV Golf’s season finale in Indianapolis reveal a smaller fan village and canceled concerts as the league aims to curb its historical over-spending.

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Gary Woodland calls recovery year from brain surgery his proudest season on PGA Tour

Despite winning the 2019 U.S. Open, Gary Woodland considers his recent season of recovery following brain surgery to be his best and proudest year on the PGA Tour.

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Min Woo Lee’s gear setup revealed ahead of the 2026 BMW Championship

Professional golfer Min Woo Lee’s equipment bag for the BMW Championship features Callaway Quantum drivers, a Callaway Quantum mini driver, and Fujikura Ventus shafts.

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Ball Lab tests Bridgestone Tour B XS golf ball for high swing speeds and spin

MyGolfSpy’s Ball Lab analyzed the Bridgestone Tour B XS urethane golf ball to evaluate if its manufacturing quality supports its reputation as a high-spin option for fast swingers.

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Lee Trevino shares his pre-shot routine methods for identifying skilled golfers

Six-time major champion Lee Trevino explained on a podcast how he evaluates players based on their setup, favoring those who use practice backswings over those who over-focus on the target.

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Jack Nicklaus’ Memorial Tournament added to 2028 PGA Tour Championship Series

The PGA Tour has officially added the Memorial Tournament, hosted at Jack Nicklaus’ Muirfield Village, to its Championship Series schedule for the 2028 season.

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British Open champion Ryan Fox discusses life with the Claret Jug and newfound fame

Open champion Ryan Fox shared insights into his life after winning the major, including traveling with the Claret Jug, dealing with fame, and his fondness for meat pies.

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Golfers increasingly replace traditional 3-woods with high-launching 7-woods

Following trends set by several PGA Tour professionals, more players are opting to swap out their traditional 3-woods in favor of easier-to-hit, high-launching 7-woods.

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Testing highlights performance weaknesses in three specific fairway wood models

MyGolfSpy’s 2026 fairway wood testing identified three models with clear data weaknesses, prompting advice for golfers to thoroughly test them before purchasing.

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Five essential practice tips for golfers when restricted to artificial mats

Practicing on artificial mats requires specific adjustments to ensure honest feedback on iron strikes, helping golfers maintain their swing quality when grass ranges are unavailable.

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Previewing potential Player of the Year spoilers ahead of the 2026 BMW Championship

In partnership with Read The Line, this analysis previews the 2026 BMW Championship and highlights potential dark-horse contenders who could disrupt the Player of the Year race.

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