Bob Harig is a senior writer covering golf for Sports Illustrated. He has more than 25 years experience on the beat, including 15 at ESPN. Harig is a regular guest on Sirius XM PGA Tour Radio and has written two books, "DRIVE: The Lasting Legacy of Tiger Woods" and "Tiger and Phil: Golf's Most Fascinating Rivalry." He graduated from Indiana University where he earned an Evans Scholarship, named in honor of the great amateur golfer Charles (Chick) Evans Jr. Harig, a former president of the Golf Writers Association of America, lives in Clearwater, Fla.
LIV Golf 2025: Seven New Things to Watch As the Season Begins
As the league’s fourth season starts in Saudi Arabia, Bob Harig details what’s new including the Fox TV deal and a scoring change.
Golf
Fact or Fiction: Now Is the Time to Bet Rory McIlroy to Win the Masters
In an all-Rory McIlroy edition, the SI Golf staff also debates his comments on PGA Tour courses and schedule size.
Golf
One LIV Golfer Will Receive a Coveted U.S. Open Spot This Year
The Saudi-backed league had no direct access to any of golf’s majors until now, with the USGA announcing a U.S. Open exemption based on LIV Golf's points list.
Golf
Pat Perez Has a New Job at LIV Golf But Hopes His Playing Career Will Continue
The three-time PGA Tour winner tells Sports Illustrated he hopes to play on the PGA Tour Champions after age 50, provided the divide atop pro golf is smoothed out.
Golf
Kultida Woods, Mother of Tiger Woods, Dead at 78
The 15-time major champion always credited his mother for being a quiet force in his success. She originally suggested that Tiger Woods wear red on Sundays.
Golf
With Rory McIlroy’s Win at Pebble Beach, the PGA Tour Delivered What Fans Crave
Pro golf’s shortcomings took a backseat for one weekend as a storied venue and a popular champion starred, Bob Harig writes, plus LIV Golf’s major access and solutions for slow play.
Golf
Phil Mickelson to Miss LIV Golf Season Opener With Shoulder Injury
The six-time major champion is expected to return next week for LIV Golf’s second tournament, Ollie Schniederjans will replace him in Saudi Arabia.
Golf
Fact or Fiction: Shot Clocks Are the Only Way to Fix the PGA Tour’s Slow Play Plague
The SI Golf staff debates slow play remedies, exotic playoff formats, Pebble Beach as a signature event and deeper meanings in a canceled LPGA event.