Valdes, who was entering his first full season on the Korn Ferry Tour, was recently diagnosed with primary mediastinal lymphoma and will take an indefinite leave from professional golf.
Ahead of opener, LPGA stars weigh in on WTGL
January 28, 2026 05:28 PM
The 2026 LPGA season begins this week at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions. Some of the tour's best, including Nelly Korda, Jeeno Thitikul and Charley Hull weigh in on the new WTGL and if women should have been included in TGL.
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