Phil Mickelson has announced his split with longtime partner Callaway Golf after nearly two decades of sponsorship. The split follows a pause in their equipment deal since early 2022, and Mickelson recommended the use of Callaway's Chrome Tour X golf balls in his announcement. This is another high-profile example of a golfer ending a long-standing endorsement deal, similar to Tiger Woods and Nike. [thespun.com]

Tommy Fleetwood has turned down an offer from LIV Golf to join Jon Rahm's team. LIV Golf also had their eyes set on Nicolai Højgaard, but he also declined the offer. Now, LIV Golf is reportedly pursuing Tyrell Hatton to fill the vacant spot on Rahm's team. LIV Golf's 2024 season begins in two weeks, and they are actively seeking players to complete their rosters. [sbnation.com]

Sam Burns takes the solo lead after Round 2 of the 2024 American Express, shooting a bogey-free 61. He is followed closely by Michael Kim and Nick Dunlap, with Patrick Cantlay also in contention. The tournament has seen low scores and players starting on La Quinta CC have had success. Burns is favored to win, but Sungjae Im could make a move on the easier course in Round 3. [cbssports.com]

The third round of the 2024 American Express continues at PGA West in La Quinta, Calif. Patrick Cantlay and Scottie Scheffler, the top-ranked players in the field, are in contention and will be playing together again in Round 3. The tee times for Saturday's round can be found in the provided link. [golf.com]

Adam Hadwin of Abbotsford, B.C., shoots 7-under 65 for the second straight day at The American Express, trailing leader Sam Burns of the United States by three strokes heading into the weekend. [cbc.ca]

Amateur golfer Nick Dunlap is performing exceptionally well at The American Express tournament, sitting just two shots off the lead and tied for third. This is a significant improvement compared to his previous pro event appearances where he missed the cut. Dunlap is demonstrating strong skills, hitting 15 greens in regulation and maintaining a low score with minimal mistakes. He aims to continue giving himself birdie opportunities and is excited about his upcoming college season and Masters debut. [nbcsports.com]

Tom Whitney, a former Air Force nuclear missile operator, has transitioned to become a contender on the PGA Tour. Whitney shares insights into his previous role and discusses his journey from military service to professional golf. He is currently performing well at The American Express tournament. [sbnation.com]

During The American Express tournament, the first-tee announcer mistakenly called Rickie Fowler's hometown as Marietta, Georgia instead of Murietta, California. Despite previous incidents like this, Fowler handled it well. [golfdigest.com]

Min Woo Lee supports Jon Rahm's view on The American Express tournament, agreeing that it presents a significant challenge on the putting greens. Lee's alignment with Rahm adds intrigue to the tournament, shaping it as a battleground for precision on the greens. [firstsportz.com]

Min Woo Lee debuted his new golf equipment at The American Express tournament, using an Odyssey Ai one-double wide putter, a Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond 3-wood, and the Paradym-Ai Smoke Triple Diamond S driver. He tied for 14th place in the first round, shooting a score of 7-under 65. Zach Johnson and Alex Noren are currently tied for the lead. The second round is scheduled to take place on January 19. [sportskeeda.com]

During the opening round of The American Express golf tournament, Adam Schenk hit a wayward shot on the 16th hole that landed in a spectator's drink. Due to the unique circumstance, Schenk was given free relief and went on to birdie the hole. [sports.yahoo.com]

Cameron Young holds a three-shot lead going into the weekend at the Dubai Desert Classic after shooting an 8-under 64 on Friday. Young made nine birdies but bogeyed his final hole. Adrian Meronk and Andy Sullivan are three strokes behind, while Rory McIlroy is 10 shots off the lead. [nbcsports.com]

Rory McIlroy is trailing by ten strokes in the Hero Dubai Desert Classic as LIV Golf attempts to sign Tyrrell Hatton. Tommy Fleetwood and Nicolai Hojgaard have rejected offers from LIV, while Jon Rahm has already joined. McIlroy struggled to find fairways and needs a significant comeback to win the tournament. [independent.ie]

The Hero Dubai Desert Classic is underway with a star-studded field competing for a $9m prize money payout. Rory McIlroy is looking for his fourth title but trails leader Cameron Young by 10 shots. Joaquin Niemann will partner with McIlroy, while Adrian Meronk and Andy Sullivan are tied for second. The complete list of tee times for round three can be found in the article. [golfmonthly.com]

Thomas Bjorn may have played his last Dubai Desert Classic after posting a heartfelt message on social media. Bjorn, the 2018 Ryder Cup captain, finished at four over to miss the cut and expressed gratitude for the tournament and memories. He won the event in 2001 and has had a successful career on the DP World Tour. Bjorn also shared his thoughts on the future of golf, calling for a unified, global game. [golfmonthly.com]

Luke Donald apologizes for his impressive total of 19 holes-in-one, acknowledging that some golfers may not want to hear about it. Despite being behind in the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, Donald made a hole-in-one during the second round. He expresses disappointment that it wasn't captured on camera but is grateful for the achievement. [golfdigest.com]

Lydia Ko and Ayaka Furue are tied for the lead after the second round of the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, both at eight-under 136. They are two shots ahead of Gemma Dryburgh and Gaby Lopez. The tournament is open to players who won an LPGA event in the past two seasons and does not have a 36-hole cut. [skysports.com]

Annika Sorenstam, a golfing legend, is praised as the "Tiger Woods of the LPGA" by Derek Lowe. Sorenstam, who has won 10 major championships, is currently competing in the Tournament of Champions alongside Lowe. She is tied for the lead with Jeremy Roenick after two rounds. The professional competition is led by Lydia Ko and Ayaka Furue. Coverage of the tournament can be watched on Golf Channel and NBC. [sbnation.com]

During the second round of the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, Angel Yin visits the Golf Channel booth. [lpga.com]

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is set to defend his title at the 2024 Invited Celebrity Classic Golf tournament. The tournament will support North Texas youth charities and has generated significant charitable donations and economic impact in the Dallas area. Romo, an accomplished amateur golfer, will compete against a field of PGA TOUR Champions players and celebrities. Fans can watch Romo for free during all three days of competition. [si.com]

Amy Rogers interviews Emmitt Smith at the Hilton Tournament of Champions covering his time on the course, how he got into golf and more. [sports.yahoo.com]

Damian Mooney leads the Irish quartet after the first round of the Legends Tour Q-School Final in Turkey. Mooney shot a one-under 71, placing him in a tie for ninth with 54 holes remaining. David Higgins is one shot behind Mooney at level-par, while Keith Coveney is one-over and Gary Murphy is five-over. Englishman Chris Gane is currently in the lead at -6. [irishgolfer.ie]

Quinn Croker secured a dominant victory at the Adidas Australian Amateur, finishing five shots clear to become the 2024 men's champion. Croker's exceptional performance included three consecutive rounds in the 60s, with a remarkable 6-under 64 in the third round. Despite a strong challenge from Phoenix Campbell, Croker remained composed and made crucial birdies to extend his lead. This win solidifies Croker's decision to stay in the amateur ranks and earns him a spot in the upcoming Australian Open. [amateurgolf.com]

Omar Morales impresses at the Latin America Amateur Championship, rising to the top of the leaderboard with a 1-under 69. Mateo Fuenmayor is one shot back with a 2-under 68, while Andrey Xavier and Santiago De la Fuente sit at level par. The cut fell at 14-over 154, with 55 players advancing to the weekend. [amateurgolf.com]

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