We break down Rory McIlroy’s pivot to open recruitment following Brooks Koepka’s LIV exit and recap a wild night in the TGL dome on January 4th, 2026.

FROM COLD WAR TO HEADHUNTING

• The professional golf narrative has officially shifted from a "Cold War" to open recruitment, as Rory McIlroy publicly courts Brooks Koepka for TGL immediately following Koepka's contract termination.
• "I would love him to play." — Rory McIlroy, stating his belief that the reputational damage suffered by LIV defectors is sufficient punishment without further bans.
• The exodus is getting real: Bryson DeChambeau admits "shock" at the move, while Kevin Na’s social media activity threatens the Korea event and Pat Perez teases a jump to the Champions Tour.

BOSTON COMMON STRIKES BACK

• Rory’s Boston Common Golf finally secures a win in TGL Season Two, taking down Los Angeles Golf Club 7-5 behind a breakout performance from the new blood.
• Rookie Michael Thorbjornsen was the MVP, draining four putts from over ten feet, including the game-winning eagle against Sahith Theegala.
• Thorbjornsen provided the most human moment of the night, recovering from a "relatable" bunker flub to play the hero down the stretch.

THE DC GOLF SHAKEUP

• The Trump Administration is reshaping capital golf, partnering with Jack Nicklaus to renovate Courses at Andrews while simultaneously terminating the National Links Trust lease for affordable tracks like Rock Creek and Langston.
• "We need an on ramp for golfers." — Damian Cosby on the danger of losing accessible municipal courses in the district.
• A stark contrast in philosophy: High-profile military course renovations vs. the potential loss of historic, affordable public links.

Quick Hits

Tragedy in Switzerland: Remembering junior golfer Emanuele Galeppini • Charlie Woods pulls off a recovery shot at the Junior Orange Bowl with Tiger watching • Tommy Gainey’s classy WD for the next generation • Justin Rose chasing ball speed and Masters revenge

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