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Jon Rahm

Rahm unable to translate LIV success to Masters, opens with 78

Apr 9, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Jon Rahm tees off on the 12th hole during the first round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith-Imagn Images
Apr 9, 2026; Augusta, Georgia, USA; Jon Rahm tees off on the 12th hole during the first round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith-Imagn Images

PGA Tour reneged on promise with Brooks Koepka’s return – Tom Watson

Honorary Starter Tom Watson of the United States playing his shot from the first tee during the first round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 9, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia.
Honorary Starter Tom Watson of the United States playing his shot from the first tee during the first round of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 9, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia.

Jon Rahm confident of playing 2027 Ryder Cup and on DP World Tour later in 2026

Spain's Jon Rahm hits his tee shot on the 15th hole during a Masters practice round at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on April 7, 2026
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Spain's Jon Rahm hits his tee shot on the 15th hole during a Masters practice round at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on April 7, 2026
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Augusta already firm and fast ahead of 90th Masters

Formidable conditions are expected for the first round of the Masters at Augusta National on April 9, 2026, where there is no rain in the forecast and undulating greens are likely to run firm and fast all week.
Formidable conditions are expected for the first round of the Masters at Augusta National on April 9, 2026, where there is no rain in the forecast and undulating greens are likely to run firm and fast all week.

Rory McIlroy seeks rare Masters repeat in wide-open Augusta fight

Rory McIlroy hopes to join Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus and Nick Faldo as the only golfers to capture back-to-back Green Jackets when the 90th Masters tees off on April 9.
Rory McIlroy hopes to join Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus and Nick Faldo as the only golfers to capture back-to-back Green Jackets when the 90th Masters tees off on April 9.

ST Full-time Report: Eight pickleball courts open in Little India | Historic Asian title for S’pore youth water polo team

Bryson DeChambeau bags LIV S’pore title after beating wild card Richard Lee in dramatic play-off

Bryson DeChambeau sealed his fourth LIV title in Singapore on March 15 and bagged US$4 million (S$5.13 million) in prize money.
Bryson DeChambeau sealed his fourth LIV title in Singapore on March 15 and bagged US$4 million (S$5.13 million) in prize money.

Buoyant DeChambeau takes three-shot lead after second round of LIV Singapore

Crushers GC captain Bryson DeChambeau tees off during round 2 of Aramco LIV Golf Singapore at the Serapong Course at Sentosa Golf Club on March 13.
Crushers GC captain Bryson DeChambeau tees off during round 2 of Aramco LIV Golf Singapore at the Serapong Course at Sentosa Golf Club on March 13.

In the Hot Seat

The pursuit of greatness never stops: Golfer Jon Rahm

Jon Rahm of Spain, who plays on the LIV Golf tour, says that he learns from many athletes including Michael Phelps.
Jon Rahm of Spain, who plays on the LIV Golf tour, says that he learns from many athletes including Michael Phelps.

Commentary

Golf doesn’t need a fifth Major, The Players Championship stands on its own

Rickie Fowler of the United States plays his shot from the 13th tee prior to The Players Championship 2026 at TPC Sawgrass on March 10.
Rickie Fowler of the United States plays his shot from the 13th tee prior to The Players Championship 2026 at TPC Sawgrass on March 10.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.