When Rory McIlroy won his first Masters title last year and completed a career Grand Slam, becoming only the sixth golfer in history to achieve that feat, he jokingly wondered what everyone will be talking about in 2026. After such a momentous occasion – and a whole year of golf stories – it was possibly an understandable position to take.
But any golf fan will tell you that the sport never stops. There is always something happening, and 2026 is set to be another 12 months of excitement, drama, and surprises. There is so much going on that we thought we would take a look at some potential moments that might make the annual highlight reel this time next year.
The early weeks of 2026 have already shown that the sport will continue to thrive and grow. We may not be able to help you predict who will win the golf majors this year, but here are some things to look out for in the months ahead.
