We break down the massive structural overhaul coming to the PGA Tour, Tiger Woods’ concerning health update, and the roster shakeups heading into the Australian Open.

THE ROLAPP ERA BEGINS

• Brian Rolapp and Tiger Woods are reshaping the Tour based on three pillars: Parity, Simplicity, and Scarcity. The goal is a streamlined product, but Harris English leaked that the 2027 season might not even start until after the Super Bowl.
• Quote: Tiger on the impact to rank-and-file players: "There are some eggs that are spilled and crushed."
• The Angle: While Tiger accepts the casualties, Rolapp insists a strong "middle class" is still necessary for the ecosystem to survive.

TIGER’S HEALTH & AUSSIE WOES

• Tiger Woods has withdrawn from the PNC Championship and will take a non-playing role for Jupiter Links GC, signaling ongoing recovery issues. Meanwhile, Cam Smith heads to Royal Melbourne ranked 354th in the world amidst deep mental struggles.
• Quote: Cam Smith on his slump: "Golf does not owe me anything."
• Fun Fact: Laurie Canter officially rejected his PGA Tour card to join LIV’s Majesticks GC, accidentally gifting a Tour card to Daniel Brown.

Quick Hits

Spieth returns at the Hero • Scheffler bids for a 3-peat • Scott Vincent promoted to LIV • Tiger denies Ryder Cup rumors • Adam Scott hypes Royal Melbourne

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