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April 26, 2026 | Edition #249

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We’re heading into the final day of the Chevron Championship. Interestingly, aside from the trophy and massive paycheck, the winner will receive a special custom-made surprise. Check out what that is here. In other news, a pattern in Rory McIlroy’s and Scottie Scheffler’s schedules has raised some questions, and a 20-year-old golfer has matched a rare record. All that, plus this week’s biggest stories, a fun game, and more in today’s edition.

Off we go…

Their decisions come before the next major on the calendar, bringing the old conversations back into the picture.





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As you read above, both Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are skipping two different signature events before the PGA Championship. Now, tell us…

Should the PGA Tour Make It Compulsory for Top Pros to Play All Signature Events?

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Friday’s Result: 77% of you said the PGA Tour could have reduced costs without the layoffs.






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After a steady 70 on Saturday, Nelly Korda became the first pro since Lorena Ochoa (2006) to lead every round by multiple strokes at the Chevron Championship. Keep that in mind before you head to our next poll.

Who Do You Think Will Win the Chevron Championship?

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Friday’s Picture Puzzle: Warren Golf Course at Notre Dame. It hosted the 40th U.S. Senior Open, which Steve Stricker won by six shots. Only 36.4% of you got it right.

Yanhan Zhou blasted a 380-yard drive over the water on the eighth hole in the first round of the Volvo China Open.


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