We break down the logistical fallout of the 2028 Open Championship schedule change, analyze the latest LIV format rumors, and check in on Tiger Woods’ recovery.SCHEDULE CHAOSThe R&A has officially moved the 2028 Open Championship to August, a decision CEO Mark Darbon calls a "necessary evil." This shift creates a massive headache for the PGA Tour, forcing the FedEx Cup Playoffs to compete directly against the opening weeks of the NFL season.Quote: Darbon admits the calendar shift is a "necessary evil."The Angle: The brutal reality of trying to capture sports ratings when football kicks off.LIV SHIFTS & TIGER TALKRumors are swirling that LIV Golf may pivot to 72 holes in 2026. Rex Hoggard suggests this format change could be the "crack in the door" needed for a merger, even if the PIF remains married to the team concept. Plus, LIV CEO Scott O'Neil shuts down the Brooks Koepka exit rumors.Update: Tiger Woods on his lumbar disc replacement: "I just need to let it set."Fun Fact: Tiger hopped in the broadcast booth specifically to roast Kevin Kisner’s bunker game.AWARDS & PREVIEWSRory McIlroy secures the AGW Golfer of the Year award as we look ahead to the Grant Thornton Invitational. Jessica Korda makes her highly anticipated return from maternity leave, while rookie Michael Brennan steps in for a withdrawing Daniel Berger.Stat: Only Rory, Scheffler, Schauffele, and Fleetwood stayed in the OWGR Top 10 for the entire year.Quick HitsLPGA Q-Series shortened by weather • The brutal math for Jorge Garcia at PGA Tour Q-School • Nelly Korda & Denny McCarthy team up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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