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Golf Stars Shine: Aberg's Rise, Kim's Consistency, Rory's Struggles

3/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ludvig Aberg's iron play is improving.
Si Woo Kim has had a strong season, including seven top-15 finishes.
Collin Morikawa has regained form, recording consecutive top-7 finishes after winning at Pebble Beach.
Rory McIlroy's back issues have lowered expectations for his performance at TPC Sawgrass, with analysts remaining mixed about his ability to contend given limited practice and demanding course conditions.

History

Historical Context

In 2019, the PGA Tour introduced a revamped FedEx Cup format, increasing postseason bonus money to $60 million, with Rory McIlroy earning $15 million as the champion. This shift reflects a broader trend in competitive golf, where emerging players like Ludvig Aberg and Collin Morikawa challenge established stars, reshaping strategies and expectations for future tournaments.

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Story summary

Ludvig Aberg's iron play is improving.
Si Woo Kim has had a strong season, including seven top-15 finishes.
Collin Morikawa has regained form, recording consecutive top-7 finishes after winning at Pebble Beach.
Rory McIlroy's back issues have lowered expectations for his performance at TPC Sawgrass, with analysts remaining mixed about his ability to contend given limited practice and demanding course conditions.

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