Scheffler Benched, LIV Bankrupt & LPGA History - September 27th, 2026

On September 27th, 2026, we break down a wild Presidents Cup Saturday featuring Scottie Scheffler's unprecedented benching, Lauren Coughlin's record-breaking LPGA front nine, and the massive fallout from LIV Golf's sudden bankruptcy. PRESIDENTS CUP AT MEDINAH U.S. Captain Brandt Snedeker made the unprecedented call to bench World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler for Saturday afternoon foursomes as the Americans faced an 8.5 to 5.5 deficit, citing Scheffler's dismal 1-7 alternate shot record. Snedeker explained, "I feel like Scottie has the weight of the world on his shoulders, and it is time for us to carry him," to which Scheffler classily replied he was looking forward to supporting the guys. Saturday morning was pure chaos, featuring Justin Thomas hitting left-handed against a fence—prompting the internet to joke that "ONE OF US" is a dangerous phrase for a major champ—and a fan kicking Corey Conners' out-of-bounds ball back into play. LPGA TOUR IN ARKANSAS Lauren Coughlin etched her name into the history books during Saturday's round, firing an LPGA-record 26 on the front nine with nine consecutive birdies, drawing immediate comparisons to Annika Sorenstam's legendary 59 in 2001. Charley Hull also shined with a gritty 6-under 65 despite battling tonsillitis, admitting, "I nearly pulled out of this week because I felt like I was not prepared enough." Hull managed to put together her spectacular round despite being completely bed-bound leading up to the tournament. LIV GOLF BANKRUPTCY FALLOUT The collapse of LIV Golf has left its biggest stars in limbo, with PGA Tour executive Brian Rolapp confirming there is no path back for the defectors as the financial and competitive realities set in. Cameron Smith expressed deep anxiety over his major exemptions expiring in 2027, admitting, "We are in a bit of a limbo... We need a few more answers." Bryson DeChambeau is reportedly owed $5.77 million in the bankruptcy and took to social media with a cryptic and somber post simply reading, "It was a good run." Quick Hits Paul McGinley questions U.S. prep despite Friday sweep, asking if they studied Medinah's "different exam" • Rules official Mark Dusbabek clarifies the drop rule after a fan deliberately kicked Corey Conners' ball • U.S. faces an 8.5 to 5.5 deficit heading into the Saturday afternoon foursomes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.