LIV Golf Refuses to Continue Paying Fines for The DP World Tour

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Johnny V
July 28, 2025

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Happy Gilmore 2 brings Adam Sandler back to the green as an older, slightly mellowed Happy, aiming to fund his daughter's ballet school. While packed with cameos and nods to the original, critics call it “nostalgia bait” and a potential “cash-grab sequel,” though some fans appreciate its familiar charm.

LIV Golf will no longer pay fines imposed on its players by the DP World Tour, a move that could impact European stars like Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton. Previously covering over $20 million in penalties, LIV's policy change may jeopardize players' future Ryder Cup eligibility unless they pay fines themselves.

Pinehurst and Titleist are launching the first U.S.-based Titleist Shop at Pinehurst, offering club fittings and retail gear near the resort’s main courses. Set to open in September, the shop will serve both guests and visitors with a personalized golf experience.

Joaquín Niemann has split from longtime coach Eduardo Miquel and caddie Gary Matthews ahead of LIV Golf UK, following recent struggles at majors. He’s now working with friend Diego Salinas as caddie, signaling a fresh start as he looks to regain form ahead of Liv UK.

Ian Baker-Finch is retiring after 19 years as a CBS golf analyst and a 30-year broadcasting career. The 1991 Open Champion will call his final event at the 2025 Wyndham Championship, thanking CBS for years of friendships and memories.

Five Iron Golf has partnered with Golf Saudi to open multiple indoor golf venues across Saudi Arabia, with the first slated for Riyadh's PIF Tower in early 2026. This collaboration aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, aiming to expand golf participation and infrastructure, particularly among youth and women.

Lee Westwood is reuniting with longtime caddie Billy Foster for upcoming LIV Golf events, their first partnership since 2018. Foster, who has worked with top players like Seve Ballesteros, joins Westwood as he returns to the tour.

The PGA Tour launched ‘Rapid Rounds’, a quick recap series showing every shot from select players shortly after play ends. Available on CBS, ESPN, Golf Channel, NBC, and PGA Tour LIVE, it was created based on fan feedback and debuted at the 3M Open.

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