Rory McIlroy spoke about the ongoing eligibility situation with Europe’s Ryder Cup team after his round at Bay Hill Club on Wednesday. McIlroy believes two extra events on the European tour to retain membership - and stay eligible for the 2027 Ryder Cup - “isn’t a heavy lift” and a considerably lighter accommodation than what the PGA Tour enacted earlier this year with its Returning Member Program.
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Extended highlights from the third round of the PGA Tour’s 2026 Cognizant Classic, where scores were low and Shane Lowry and Austin Smotherman share the lead at PGA National.
Shane Lowry often plays well at PGA National and has another chance to win the Cognizant Classic. “Golf Central Postgame” looks back at some recent highs and lows, and hears from the 54-hole co-leader.
Austin Smotherman finished strong Saturday to put himself in position for his first PGA Tour victory at the Cognizant Classic. Hear from the optimistic co-leader at PGA National.
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Smotherman and Ewart standoff on the 18 fairway, then each take their shot
Going out early Saturday to avoid inclement weather, Lowry shot 63 and Smotherman 69 to both reach 13 under at PGA National.
The final round of the Cognizant Classic is Sunday on the Champion Course at PGA National. Here’s a look at tee times, pairings and how to watch.
Danny Walker holed out for eagle on the par-4 sixth in Round 3 of the 2026 Cognizant Classic at PGA National.
Extended highlights from the second round of the 2026 Cognizant Classic at PGA National, where there were several hole-outs and even some jawing with the fans.