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European Tour Group Suspends Cedric Gugler for 10 HotelPlanner Tour Events Over Reckless Rules Breach

The ban starts January 29, 2026, with eligibility returning after the first ten events once the schedule is set.

Marcel Siem Disqualified From BMW PGA After Provisional-Ball Rules Error

R&A Defends Two-Stroke Penalty on Lowry as Players Demand Rule Reform

Koepka Withdraws From LIV Dallas After Smashing Tee Marker

Wyndham Clark Apologizes for Dangerous Club Throw at PGA Championship