Daily Golf News – June 5, 2025
Welcome to your comprehensive roundup of yesterday’s top golf stories across the PGA Tour, LPGA, Ladies European Tour, and Korn Ferry Tour. Plus, we spotlight a standout golf course and feature brand making waves in the sport.
PGA Tour: RBC Canadian Open – Favourites and Storylines
The 2025 RBC Canadian Open kicks off today at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, marking the tournament's debut at this venue. Rory McIlroy leads the field as the betting favorite at +450 odds, aiming for his third Canadian Open title. Despite his strong track record in Canada, some experts suggest caution, noting that McIlroy may be using this event as a tune-up for the upcoming U.S. Open, and his recent iron play has been less than stellar .
Other notable contenders include:
Ludvig Åberg: At +1400 odds, Åberg is the only other top-10 player in the field. He won the Genesis Invitational earlier this season but hasn't secured a top-10 finish since the Masters .
Corey Conners: The Canadian native stands at +2000 odds. Conners has achieved 10 top-25 finishes in 14 events this season, including three consecutive top-10s, making him a strong contender on home soil .
Taylor Pendrith: Also a Canadian, Pendrith is listed at +2800 odds. He has the advantage of local knowledge, having played TPC Toronto over 50 times, which could give him an edge .
Additional players to watch include Shane Lowry (+2200), Sam Burns (+2800), and Robert MacIntyre (+2800), the defending champion.
Other News: Rory McIlroy addressed his decision to skip media duties during the PGA Championship, expressing frustration over a leaked report about his driver failing a conformity test. He emphasized the importance of confidentiality in such matters and clarified that he had already switched clubs upon receiving the ruling .
LPGA Tour: ShopRite LPGA Classic – Favorites and Insights
The ShopRite LPGA Classic begins tomorrow at Seaview's Bay Course in Galloway, New Jersey. This 54-hole event features a competitive field, with several top players vying for the title
Leading favorites include:
Nelly Korda: The World No. 1 is the favorite at +550 odds. She recently finished tied for second at the U.S. Women's Open and is seeking her first victory of the season
Jeeno Thitikul: At +700 odds, Thitikul is coming off a win at the Mizuho Americas Open and is looking to continue her strong form .
Jin Young Ko: With +1100 odds, Ko is aiming for her first victory in two years, bringing experience and determination to the field .
Other notable players include:
Rio Takeda: At +1200 odds, Takeda has been in excellent form, recently finishing as a runner-up at the U.S. Women's Open .
Maja Stark: Fresh off her U.S. Women's Open victory, Stark is listed at +4500 odds. Despite the longer odds, her recent major win makes her a player to watch .
Linnea Strom: The defending champion, Strom made a remarkable comeback last year with a final-round 60 to clinch her first LPGA title. She'll be looking to replicate that success this week .
Other News: Kary Hollenbaugh is set to make her LPGA Tour regular-season debut at the ShopRite LPGA Classic. She earned her spot by winning the Therese Hession Regional Challenge earlier this year and is eager to compete against the world's best .
Korn Ferry Tour: Q-School Registration Opens
Registration for the 2025 PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry is now open, offering aspiring professionals a pathway to the PGA TOUR .
The Korn Ferry Tour continues this week with the BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX, one of ten events in 2025 to be televised on Golf Channel .
Golf Course of the Day: Erin Hills Golf Course
Erin Hills Golf Course in Erin, Wisconsin, recently hosted the 2025 U.S. Women's Open. Known for its rolling terrain and challenging layout, the course provided a true test for the world's best female golfers
Golf Brand of the Day: Sage
Sage has been announced as the official finance software partner of the LPGA, aiming to enhance financial management and operations within the organization
”The LPGA and Sage both believe in breaking down barriers, championing high performance, and empowering women to lead, whether that’s on the golf course or in business. We’re excited to tell new stories about leadership, resilience, and growth, and bring those lessons to life for our customers and partners.”
Editors note: Way To Go Sage!
