On June 24th, 2025, Minjee Lee battled to her third major at a controversial KPMG Women's PGA Championship, while James Piot secured a PGA Tour return and Rory McIlroy announced an Australian Open comeback.
KPMG WOMEN'S PGA CHAMPIONSHIP: LEE'S TRIUMPH & TURF TENSION
- marquee storyline: Minjee Lee clinched her third major at the KPMG, calling the win "deserved" after intense putting work, while players heavily criticized the "silly" Fields Ranch East course setup leading to high scores and frustration.
- supporting stat or quote: LPGA players reportedly "blasted" the PGA of America over the setup, with Sophia Popov saying it "made us look silly" and Stacy Lewis describing some hole locations as "on the side of hills."
- human angle or fun fact: Minjee Lee's victory came after switching to a broomstick putter, a change spurred by past media comments about her putting that "got to me more and more over time." Maja Stark also notably snapped her putter on the challenging course.
MEN'S TOUR MOVES & PREVIEWS
- marquee storyline: Ex-LIV golfer James Piot makes his first PGA Tour start in over three years at the Rocket Mortgage Classic via sponsor's exemption, expressing immense excitement for the unexpected opportunity.
- supporting stat or quote: Piot on his PGA Tour return: "For it to actually happen is the coolest thing in the world."
- human angle or fun fact: Rory McIlroy signs a two-year deal to return to the Australian Open, a tournament he's "always loved," before taking a break for "rest and analysis."
Quick Hits
* Rocket Mortgage Classic: Collin Morikawa an early favorite; field includes Keegan Bradley, Cam Davis, Rickie Fowler & Piot. * Travelers Championship raises record $4M+ for charity; Alan Schnitzer calls the event "special." * Peter Finch advances to final Open qualifying.
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