June 2026 issue: majors, momentum and must-play courses

June 2026 issue: majors, momentum and must-play courses

The June 2026 issue of Golf Australia magazine, on sale now across the country, is packed with major champions, bucket-list destinations and compelling Australian stories, combining to deliver one of the strongest editions of the year. 20 May 2026
Shorter round upswing: new data shows 9-hole golf growing across Australia

Shorter round upswing: new data shows 9-hole golf growing across Australia

New Capital.com GA Handicap data reveals strong growth in 9-hole play as golfers embrace more flexible formats 19 May 2026
'Sweeter' second LPGA Tour win for English youngster

'Sweeter' second LPGA Tour win for English youngster

Lottie Woad is a two-time winner on the LPGA Tour after holding off Haeran Ryu at the Kroger Queen City Championship in Ohio. 18 May 2026
'Surreal': Rai bursts from pack to win PGA Championship

'Surreal': Rai bursts from pack to win PGA Championship

Aaron Rai has closed with a five-under 65 to become the first Englishman in more than a century to win the PGA Championship, with Australian Cam Smith seventh. 18 May 2026
Two gloves Rai's unconventional path to major glory

Two gloves Rai's unconventional path to major glory

Winning the Masters' traditional pre-tournament par-3 contest comes with the curse of no golfer ever going on to complete the double and donning the famous green jacket at Augusta National. 18 May 2026
'Lots of positives': Smith seventh at PGA Championship

'Lots of positives': Smith seventh at PGA Championship

Australian golf star Cameron Smith missed a chance to add a second major title to his CV, finishing tied for seventh at the PGA Championship. 18 May 2026
McIlroy to headline 2026 Capital.com Australian Open as landmark partnership announced

McIlroy to headline 2026 Capital.com Australian Open as landmark partnership announced

Golf Australia has confirmed a major new era for the sport, announcing a landmark, multi-year partnership with global trading platform Capital.com, which will become Title Partner of the Capital.com Australian Open and the first Naming Rights Partner of the Capital.com GA Handicap. 18 May 2026
'I think I Cam, I think I Cam': Smith back in major mix

'I think I Cam, I think I Cam': Smith back in major mix

After six straight missed cuts at golf's majors, Australian superstar Cameron Smith has surged into contention for PGA Championship glory in Pennsylvania. 17 May 2026
Winless American out to shock PGA Championship field

Winless American out to shock PGA Championship field

Some 14 players have enjoyed time atop the leaderboard during the third round of the PGA Championship, but an unsung American is the surprise solo frontrunner. 17 May 2026
Woad takes LPGA Tour's Kroger Queen City lead

Woad takes LPGA Tour's Kroger Queen City lead

England's Lottie Woad has set herself up well at the Kroger Queen City Championship and leads by three shots going into the final round. 17 May 2026
PGA Championship final round tee times and groupings (AEST)

PGA Championship final round tee times and groupings (AEST)

The 2026 PGA Championship is set for a blockbuster finish, with Rory McIlroy, Cameron Smith and Min Woo Lee among the superstars chasing major glory. 17 May 2026
PGA Championship purse reaches $20.5 million at Aronimink

PGA Championship purse reaches $20.5 million at Aronimink

The PGA Championship continues to cement itself among golf’s richest events, with the PGA of America confirming a total purse of $20.5 million for this week’s championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Pennsylvania. 17 May 2026
Simon Seungmin Lee and Jennifer Sräga savour G4D Open victories at Celtic Manor

Simon Seungmin Lee and Jennifer Sräga savour G4D Open victories at Celtic Manor

Simon Seungmin Lee from the Republic of Korea and Germany’s Jennifer Sräga enjoyed memorable first victories at The G4D Open after a tense final day at Celtic Manor Resort. 17 May 2026
Stumbling Scheffler lashes 'absurd' PGA Championship

Stumbling Scheffler lashes 'absurd' PGA Championship

Australian Min Woo Lee has hung tough as Americans Alex Smalley and Maverick McNealy grabbed the second-round lead at the PGA Championship in Philadelphia. 16 May 2026
'Every golfer's dream': Min Woo Lee in PGA title mix

'Every golfer's dream': Min Woo Lee in PGA title mix

Four Australians, led by national No.1 Min Woo Lee, have made the halfway cut at the PGA Championship, men's golf's second major of the year. 16 May 2026
McIlroy "right in the tournament" after tough start

McIlroy "right in the tournament" after tough start

Rory McIlroy has mixed feelings about how the course is playing, questioning the packed nature of the leaderboard. 16 May 2026
Aussies hold firm as Young Ko, Doherty grab LPGA lead

Aussies hold firm as Young Ko, Doherty grab LPGA lead

Australia's Cassie Porter and Robyn Choi both had solid rounds to remain in contention at the Kroger Queen City Championship in Cincinnati. 16 May 2026
PGA Championship third round tee times and groupings (AEST)

PGA Championship third round tee times and groupings (AEST)

Moving Day is here at Aronimink, with the chase for the Wanamaker Trophy heating up as the stars battle for position ahead of Sunday’s final round at the 2026 PGA Championship. 16 May 2026
Scheffler labels PGA setup toughest of his career

Scheffler labels PGA setup toughest of his career

World No.1 Scottie Scheffler believes Aronimink Golf Club delivered one of the sternest tests he has faced in professional golf after battling through brutal conditions and “absurd” pin positions during his second round of the PGA Championship. 16 May 2026
Rory 'halo effect' expected to create hot Open field

Rory 'halo effect' expected to create hot Open field

Back-to-back Masters winner Rory McIlroy will return for another shot at the Australian Open crown in December and is tipped to headline a star-studded field. 15 May 2026
PGA Championship second round tee times and groupings (AEST)

PGA Championship second round tee times and groupings (AEST)

Round two of the 2026 PGA Championship tees off tonight, with blockbuster groups, Aussie stars in action and plenty still to play for. 15 May 2026