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Ryan Fox of New Zealand withdrew from the Players Championship on Thursday because of an illness about five hours before he was to start.

Rory McIlroy said Wednesday he was a game-time decision for the Players Championship as he deals with a back issue but added "all indications are pointing in the right direction" for him to play Thursday.

More events in big cities. More consistent fields. The details might evolve, but the goal is clear: to turn the PGA Tour into a more competitive and compelling entity.

Scottie Scheffler is once again the favorite to capture his third career title at The Players Championship, but this time, it's by enormous proportions.

CEO Brian Rolapp outlined a bold future for the PGA Tour on Wednesday, listing the possibility of relegation, a revamped schedule and match play in the playoffs among the changes being considered.

All of the traits bettors should be looking for in this week's event at TPC Sawgrass, and the best bets to make.

From Scottie Scheffler's attempt at a third Players title to how the course is set up to play, we have five big topics to keep an eye on this week.

Ahead of this week's Players Championship, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler said he isn't worried about his game and doesn't think anyone else should be, either.

Can Rory McIlroy win a second consecutive Players Championship? Here's how to watch the action on the ESPN App.

Justin Rose, who helped Europe capture the 2025 Ryder Cup title, is urging Jon Rahm to pay $3M in fines by the DP World Tour and play in the 2027 competition in Ireland.