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Callum Hill: Why major golf still cuts through in an attention economy

Callum Hill: Why major golf still cuts through in an attention economy

Modern sport is fighting harder than ever for live, sustained attention. 11 May 2026
McIlroy 'more motivated' than ever after Masters double

McIlroy 'more motivated' than ever after Masters double

Masters champion Rory McIlroy insists he is more motivated than he has ever been after recording his brilliant back-to-back wins at Augusta. 7 May 2026
Inside the data: How Rory peaked at exactly the right time

Inside the data: How Rory peaked at exactly the right time

There was a time when preparation for Augusta was measured in hours on the range, balls struck until dusk, and a feel for the greens that only repetition could bring. 15 Apr 2026
Rampant Rory to ride 'home-course' edge to more majors

Rampant Rory to ride 'home-course' edge to more majors

Treating Augusta National like his personal playground, Rory McIlroy is placing no limits on how many more Masters and majors he might win. 14 Apr 2026
As it happened: Championship Sunday at Augusta

As it happened: Championship Sunday at Augusta

Masters Sunday delivered a second Green Jacket to Northern Ireland. Rory McIlroy came back from a shaky start to claim his sixth major championship. To see how the final round played out, check out our play-by-play coverage below. 13 Apr 2026
Moving Day as it happened at The Masters

Moving Day as it happened at The Masters

What an incredible day of golf at The Masters. Rory McIlroy relinquishes a six-shot lead to be level with Cameron Young. Jason Day is right in the mix. Check out Saturday as it happened below. 12 Apr 2026
Brilliant McIlroy surge leaves Aussies trailing at the Masters

Brilliant McIlroy surge leaves Aussies trailing at the Masters

Defending champion Rory McIlroy seized control of the 90th Masters as the leading Australian chance, Jason Day, dropped back into the chasing pack on Friday afternoon at Augusta National. 11 Apr 2026
'It's easier': roaring Rory fires Masters warning shot

'It's easier': roaring Rory fires Masters warning shot

Defending champion Rory McIlroy has issued a catch-me-if-you-can challenge to the chasing pack after snaring a share of the first-round Masters lead. 10 Apr 2026
Aussie quartet buoyant ahead of Masters

Aussie quartet buoyant ahead of Masters

There is an overwhelming feeling of optimism in the four-man Australian contingent who will contest the 90th Masters at the Augusta National Golf Club, starting on Thursday night (Aust time). 9 Apr 2026
'Not talking about you know what': Faldo's Shark sledge

'Not talking about you know what': Faldo's Shark sledge

Respectfully biting his tongue, Nick Faldo is refusing to dignify fresh criticism from Greg Norman that is certain to reignite one of golf's fiercest rivalries. 9 Apr 2026
Ian Baker-Finch's tip for punishing Augusta test

Ian Baker-Finch's tip for punishing Augusta test

Golf great Ian Baker-Finch is urging Australia's Masters hopefuls to stay cool as a hot start looms critical at a potentially treacherous Augusta National. 9 Apr 2026
Scheffler won't let bad golf define him as he eyes third Green Jacket

Scheffler won't let bad golf define him as he eyes third Green Jacket

World No.1 Scottie Scheffler admits he would be a "pretty miserable person" if he allowed his bad golf to define him. 9 Apr 2026
Feature Story: Catch him if you can

Feature Story: Catch him if you can

Scottie Scheffler has turned Augusta into his personal playground. The 29-year-old Texan is already a two-time Masters champion (2022 and 2024) and has been World No. 1 since early 2023. 8 Apr 2026
'A little aggressive': Masters fashion police eye Day

'A little aggressive': Masters fashion police eye Day

No dressing it up, Jason Day is planning to "get out of my own way" in pursuit of an elusive maiden Masters title. 8 Apr 2026
The Aussies at Augusta

The Aussies at Augusta

The best week of the year is upon us, Masters week, and a four-strong Aussie contingent will make the trip down Magnolia Lane for a bid at the illustrious Green Jacket. 7 Apr 2026
'No excuses': Scott poised for Masters challenge

'No excuses': Scott poised for Masters challenge

Believing age is just a number, Adam Scott feels ready to contend for a second Masters green jacket. 7 Apr 2026
Cleary: Augusta is magic, tragic, elitist - but smelling the azaleas beats the alternative

Cleary: Augusta is magic, tragic, elitist - but smelling the azaleas beats the alternative

It was born of elitism and has a murky past but there is magic at Augusta National, an indefinable thing. And while it's not Nirvana, the smell of azaleas in the morning certainly beats the alternative, and could even keep us safe, at least during Masters week, writes Matt Cleary 7 Apr 2026
Huggan: Before too long, Augusta’s rules gravitate from mildly amusing to irritating

Huggan: Before too long, Augusta’s rules gravitate from mildly amusing to irritating

"For the millions of golf fans around the world who have never been fortunate enough to attend a Masters Tournament, this column has the potential to sound a bit weird," writes John Huggan of Augusta National's eccentricities, "but here goes". 7 Apr 2026
Father time on Smith's mind ahead of Masters tilt

Father time on Smith's mind ahead of Masters tilt

A relaxed and revitalised Cameron Smith has returned to Augusta National believing he can win the Masters after shaking a worrying 2025 form slump. 7 Apr 2026
'I don't understand': Day questions Tiger's judgment

'I don't understand': Day questions Tiger's judgment

Australian golf star is saddened by Tiger Woods' demise and absence from the Masters but displeased that the 15-times major winner drove under the influence. 7 Apr 2026
Tiger Woods won't rule out playing this year's Masters

Tiger Woods won't rule out playing this year's Masters

Tiger Woods, still recovering from back surgery, may not have a target date for his long-awaited return to competition ‌but he's made it clear that he is not yet ruling out competing in this year's Masters. 18 Feb 2026