The 2026 PGA Tour season is underway, with the Sony Open in Hawaii kicking things off. Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are the top names to watch. Scheffler aims to complete a career Grand Slam, while McIlroy looks to build on his Masters victory. The season begins a week later than usual due to drought conditions in Maui.

Brooks Koepka is back on the PGA Tour after resigning from LIV Golf. He's accepted financial penalties to return. The PGA Tour also opened doors for other LIV players to return. This creates interesting dynamics as the sport navigates the ongoing competition between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.

Can anyone challenge Scheffler and McIlroy? Defending FedEx Cup champion Tommy Fleetwood is now ranked world No. 3. The rivalry between the PGA Tour and LIV is very present. With many tournaments on the schedule, the 2026 season promises exciting golf and compelling storylines.

Looking ahead, the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills is a key event for Scheffler. McIlroy will compete in the Dubai Invitational and Desert Classic. The season is shaping up to be another captivating year for golf fans. What happens next in the PGA Tour vs LIV Golf saga remains to be seen.