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Not Over Yet

Two weeks after wondering whether her professional golf career was over, Haylee Harford Sanchez shot a final-round 63 that put her dream of returning to the LPGA back within reach.

Ryan French

Aug 4, 2026

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My Big Break

Seven years after starting Monday Q as a passion project, a meeting outside a bathroom at the PGA Show led to the opportunity of a lifetime: hosting Big Break: Meet the Players.

Ryan French

Aug 3, 2026

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The Long Walk Home

After another disappointing Alpena City Open round, I realized why this little tournament still has such a hold on me.

Cruel Games

Charley Hull pranked her caddie with a fake scratch ticket. The danger is she may not get the last laugh.

Mark Baldwin

Jul 31, 2026

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Perfect Timing

Carson Lundell won more than a trophy and a check at the Colorado Open. He proved he could succeed as a pro and carried that confidence straight into a Monday qualifier in his home state.

Mark Baldwin

Jul 28, 2026

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The Right Direction

One year ago, Ryan Gerard had to decide whether to wait for a spot in The Open or board a flight to the Barracuda Championship. The choice changed his career.

The Man Behind Alpena Golf

In a small Michigan community, Bill Peterson has had an enormous impact on generations of players

From Afghanistan to The Open Championship

Former Army officer Marcus Plunkett put golf aside for four years while serving his country. This week, the West Point graduate will make his major championship debut at Royal Birkdale.

Ryan French

Jul 15, 2026

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One Last Chance

Joe Dean made the most of The Open's 12-man Last Chance Qualifier, earning the championship's final spot days before his wedding.

Monday Q Info

Jul 13, 2026

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A Historic Last Chance

12 players will battle for the final spot in The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in a Monday Qualifier.

Two Wins, Zero Paychecks

Visa delays left Emma Bunch in limbo, forcing the New Mexico State All-American to forfeit $20,000 in prize money before finally beginning her professional career.

Lost and Found

With eBay Miuras, abandoned wedges, and years of persistence, David Liu Monday qualified into his first PGA Tour event.

Running on Belief

Sarah Edwards is out of savings, working at her parents' boat engine shop, and driving thousands of miles to Epson Tour events. She still believes she'll reach the LPGA.

Local Knowledge

Hazeltine’s nine-time club champion breaks down where the KPMG Women's PGA Championship could be won–or lost–this weekend.

From the Ground Up

The PGA Tour’s proposed structure offers players a clearer path forward. Its success will depend on how the details hold up below the top tier.

Mark Baldwin

Jun 25, 2026

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Run for the Roses

The Stampede delivered like it always does, and at long last, my friend of five decades and I were in the middle of the chase

Mark Godich

Jun 24, 2026

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PGA TOUR Unveils Two-Tier Future

The Championship Series and Challenger Series are coming in 2028, but the most important details—the pathways between them—remain unresolved.

Under The Radar

Players and stories you might not know – but should – at the U.S. Open.

Ryan French

Jun 17, 2026

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Worth the Wait

Bud Cauley and Zack Fischer finally won and reminded us what makes the pursuit worthwhile.

Mark Baldwin

Jun 15, 2026

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The Commissioner's Clubs

Grant Haefner received a sponsor exemption into the International Series Morocco and is playing well – with someone else’s clubs.

Not In Yet

After a 10-under 62, Chase Sienkiewicz thought he had qualified for a Korn Ferry Tour event. But the day was just getting started.

Monday Q Info

Jun 11, 2026

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My Favorite U.S. Open Qualifying Stories

Five stories of perseverance and success on golf’s longest day.

U.S. Open Qualifying Preview

10 sites, 36 holes, and one dream, a chance to win the U.S. Open

Home Game

Becca Huffer won her home state open for the third time, picking up the biggest mini tour check in the women’s game. The tournament has helped keep her career alive.

Shattered Opportunity

In the U.S. Senior Open qualifier, an errant shot led to a ridiculous series of events: a shattered windshield, a golfer-hunting truck, a costly triple bogey, and a hilarious ace.

Ryan French

Jun 2, 2026

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From Seoul to Shinnecock Hills

TK Kim traveled to junior tournaments alone as a teenager, nearly walked away from golf during COVID, and battled years of heartbreak before finally qualifying for the U.S. Open.

Ryan French

May 27, 2026