The PGA Tour will drop its Hawaii events, The Sentry and Sony Open, from the 2027 schedule, according to multiple reports. The decision affects two long-standing tournaments on the tour's early-season calendar, which have been staples for years.
Rory McIlroy is skipping the Zurich Classic, extending his break after the Masters, according to major media reports. He also missed the RBC Heritage, taking additional time off following his performance at Augusta National. McIlroy won the Zurich Classic team event alongside Shane Lowry in 2024, but will not defend the title this year.
It's part of who I am. I try, I probably should limit it or I should try and maybe wait a couple of seconds longer before I do have my outburst. But for me to try to compete at the top level, I need to get my frustration out or else it's going to affect my performance.
Shane Lowry will pair up with Brooks Koepka at the Zurich Classic, according to major media. Defending champions Ben Griffin and Adam Hadwin will feature, as will the Fitzpatrick brothers, Matt and Alex. Hadwin said in a press conference: "You may not know some of the names in this tournament yet, but you will. There's some kids playing in this tournament that you better get to learn their names sooner rather than later."
Robert MacIntyre aimed a middle-finger gesture at the 15th green during the Masters after his approach shot went into a pond, according to major media. He was reprimanded by Augusta National officials at the end of his opening-round 80. MacIntyre missed the cut after carding a 71 in round two, finishing at seven over, and declined to speak to the press. According to Daily Express - Sport, MacIntyre described his outbursts as part of who he is, saying he needs to get frustration out to compete at the top level, though he acknowledged he should try to limit them.
MacIntyre has no intention of reining in his fiery nature, according to major media. He is targeting victory at the Scottish Open and a place at the PGA Tour Finals, aiming to build on his recent form and secure a strong finish to the season.