This Week in Golf
Independent golf news and commentary for fans of the game.
Another week of competition, surprises, and shifting storylines out on tour. From big wins to contract questions, here’s what landed in the world of golf and why it matters to players and fans alike.
🏆 Scottie Scheffler Dominates The American Express
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler took firm control at The American Express and closed the week with a four-stroke victory, showcasing why he’s one of the elite players on the PGA Tour. Starting strong and never looking back, this win marked another significant accomplishment early in 2026 and added another title to a growing legacy that’s drawing comparisons with golf’s all-time greats.
⛳ Patrick Reed’s Big Week in Dubai
Patrick Reed continued making headlines overseas, winning the Dubai Desert Classic with a composed final round and plenty of savvy play. Beyond the trophy, Reed has made it clear his future with LIV Golf isn’t fully settled yet, which keeps plenty of conversation going about where he’ll play next and how his global success might shape that.
💰 Scheffler Joins Elite Earnings Club
Off the course, Scheffler also hit a major career milestone by surpassing $100 million in PGA Tour career earnings — an achievement that puts him in rare company with legends like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy at a relatively young age.
💵 Farmers Insurance / PGA Tour Cash Lists & Results
The American Express payout info and leaderboard results landed this week too, showing how players fared in the early season and what’s shaping the money list through January. Good context for fans watching form trends as FedExCup points start to stack up.
🏌️ Koepka Commits to Cognizant Classic
Brooks Koepka, now back on the PGA Tour under the Returning Player Program, has committed to tee it up at the Cognizant Classic in Florida. That gives local fans a chance to see a hometown favorite compete and adds to the narrative of his return to the traditional tour scene.
🏆 Champions Tour Honors Stewart Cink
On the PGA TOUR Champions side, Stewart Cink was named Player of the Year after a strong season that included multiple wins and capped by the Charles Schwab Cup Championship. It’s another well-deserved nod for a seasoned pro continuing to make waves in senior golf.
😅 MacIntyre’s Putter Incident
Offbeat but memorable: Robert MacIntyre’s frustration boiled over at the Sony Open when he snapped a putter after a missed short look. He later admitted his attitude cost him ground, which is a candid lesson in how even top pros wrestle with the mental side of the game.
🏫 Amateur & College Golf News
In college golf, UCLA’s men’s team is back in action this week, giving a glimpse at rising talent and competitors who might be future stars worth watching as they transition to the pro ranks.
🧠 Golf Buddy Take
This week reminded us that golf isn’t just about big names winning big trophies — it’s about the small moments, the comebacks, and the players figuring out where they fit in a changing tour landscape. Whether it’s a dominant Scheffler performance or Reed’s contract questions, there’s plenty to talk about on the course and off.
Disclaimer
This “This Week in Golf” column is based on publicly reported golf news and written in original language for informational purposes. All summaries reflect independent reporting and commentary intended for golf fans.
