Rory McIlroy: LIV Golf was 'half of a good idea that was executed pretty poorly'
Rory McIlroy feels that the LIV Golf concept was originally a good idea that was "executed poorly" as the breakaway tries to relaunch after filing for bankruptcy.
Keith Mitchell and Jacob Bridgeman share Baycurrent lead in Yokohama
Mitchell followed his opening 66 with a six-under-par 65 on Friday to reach 131, while Bridgeman carded a three-under 68 after opening with a bogey-free 63.
Four players are two shots behind on nine-under par. Max Homa and Mac Meissner both carded rounds of 68, while Zach Bauchou shot a 64 and Ben Kohles surged up the leaderboard with a nine-under 62.
Justin Thomas, Min Woo Lee and Stephan Jaeger are among those tied at eight-under, while England's Jordan Smith dropped to seven-under after an even-par 71.
Adam Scott, Michael Kim and Nico Echavarria are a further shot back at six-under, with Hideki Matsuyama, Xander Schauffele and Jordan Spieth also chasing the leaders.
The $8 million PGA Tour event continues over the weekend, with Mitchell and Bridgeman looking to maintain their advantage over the final 36 holes.
Michael Brennan holds his nerve to claim Baycurrent Classic crown
American Michael Brennan captured his third PGA Tour title, and his second of the 2026 season, with a composed final-round performance at the Baycurrent Classic on Sunday at Yokohama Country Club in Japan.
Baycurrent Classic: Three-way tie at the top sets up final-round shootout
The third round of the Baycurrent Classic at Yokohama Country Club delivered high drama and a tightly packed leaderboard, setting up a compelling final-round shootout.
Austin Smotherman makes PGA Tour breakthrough with record 26-under finish
In his 100th PGA Tour start, Austin Smotherman held his nerve to win his maiden title by two strokes at the Utah Championship on Sunday.