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Tiger Woods and his son Charlie have played together at the PNC Championship in Orlando every year since 2020, finishing as runners-up in 2021. Despite Tiger's recent back surgery, he announced his participation in this year's event, expressing excitement to play alongside his son. The tournament, set for December 21-22, features a more relaxed atmosphere with major champions and family members, including other notable participants like John Daly, Nick Faldo, and LPGA star Nelly Korda playing with her father. Full Article

Tiger Woods spoke to the media at a news conference prior to the Hero World Challenge 2024 in the Bahamas, revealing that he is not yet physically prepared to return to PGA Tour action after undergoing another back procedure. Woods, who played only five events in 2024, including all four majors, expressed uncertainty about his future playing schedule but remains committed to rehab and getting stronger. The 15-time major champion announced his withdrawal from the Hero World Challenge due to not feeling "tournament sharp" and emphasized his desire to keep competing despite calls for retirement following his car wreck injuries...

This week marks the return of the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas after a Thanksgiving break, featuring a small 20-player field of top golfers. The event will take place at Albany Golf Course, offering players a chance to showcase their skills after a hiatus. With the excitement building for golf fans and DFS players, Team FGI wishes everyone luck in this highly anticipated tournament. Full Article

LIV Golf plans to hire former NBA and NHL executive Scott O'Neil to replace Greg Norman as CEO and commissioner. O'Neil brings vast sports experience, having previously served as CEO for the Philadelphia 76ers and the New Jersey Devils. Norman's future with the league is uncertain, as talks continue between LIV Golf's financial backers and the PGA Tour. Full Article

Bryson DeChambeau achieved his goal of hitting a hole-in-one by hitting golf balls over his house onto a backyard putting green on the 16th day of his challenge, using a wedge on his 14th attempt of the day and 134th overall shot. The reigning U.S. Open champion's reaction was one of disbelief and excitement, as he fell to the ground exclaiming, “I can’t believe I made that, finally! Are you kidding me?!” DeChambeau has only made one hole-in-one during his professional career, which occurred during the final round of the 2019 Masters on the 16th hole. Full Article

Tiger Woods announced he will not be playing in the 2024 Hero World Challenge, citing his ongoing recovery from back surgery. Despite having a spot in the field, Woods decided to skip the tournament, which would have been his first competitive start since undergoing his sixth back surgery. His recent struggles on the PGA Tour, including missed cuts and health issues, have limited his playing time and success in recent years. Full Article

Tiger Woods underwent back surgery in September and has not played in a tournament since the British Open in July. He recently announced that he will not be competing in the Hero World Challenge, but will instead serve as tournament host. Woods underwent microdecompression surgery to relieve nerve pain and is focused on rehab to return to golf, despite calls for retirement. Full Article

The FedEx Cup Fall on the PGA Tour faced challenges competing for attention against other major sports, leading to suggestions for improvement. Proposed changes include shortening the schedule to create a more intense sprint to the finish, introducing match play formats, showcasing international events to capture fans' interest, and limiting sponsor exemptions to ensure fairness in awarding FedEx Cup points. These modifications aim to inject excitement and maintain fan engagement during the fall and winter months. Full Article

Maverick McNealy won his first PGA Tour event at the 2024 RSM Classic with a birdie on the 72nd hole, securing his spot in the 2025 Masters, PGA Championship, and PGA Tour through 2026. Daniel Berger and amateur Luke Clanton finished tied for second, while McNealy's birdie on the final hole sealed his victory amid a crowded leaderboard. Clanton, despite falling just short, showed promise with another strong performance as an amateur. Full Article

Maverick McNealy and Vince Whaley are tied for the lead at the RSM Classic after McNealy's 4-under 66 helped him catch up with Whaley, who shot a 63. Daniel Berger played his way into the final group, just two shots behind, along with Mackenzie Hughes, Michael Thorbjornsen, and Patrick Fishburn. Several players on the bubble of the top 125 FedEx Cup standings, including Henrik Norlander and Hayden Springer, shot 63s to move into contention for a spot. Full Article