Golf produced two major storylines during 2–9 November 2026: Jon Rahm’s victory at the Abu Dhabi Championship and a historic playoff win for teenage golfer Blades Brown in Mexico.
Rahm wins in Abu Dhabi
Jon Rahm won the Abu Dhabi Championship on 8 November, finishing at 23 under par after a final-round 67. Reuters reported that Tyrrell Hatton finished two strokes behind in second, while Rory McIlroy placed third.
The victory was Rahm’s 11th DP World Tour title and a significant result on his return to the tour. It also strengthened his position in the Race to Dubai conversation.
Blades Brown makes history in Mexico
At the World Wide Technology Championship, 19-year-old Blades Brown closed with a nine-under-par 63 and defeated Ben James on the second playoff hole. The AP report published by CBS Sports described Brown as the youngest PGA Tour winner in 95 years.
The result is a major milestone for a young player who turned professional while still in high school. Winning a PGA Tour event at 19 places him in a rare category in the modern game.
What stood out
Rahm’s win was built on a strong final round and consistency across the tournament. Brown’s victory showed how a single week can change a young golfer’s career and create a lasting place in the record books.
What to watch next
The season continues with the Race to Dubai and PGA Tour schedules. Fans should follow the tours’ official leaderboards for current standings and tournament details.
Sources:
Reuters — Rahm wins Abu Dhabi Championship: https://www.reuters.com/sports/golf/rahm-marks-dp-world-tour-return-with-victory-abu-dhabi-2026-11-08/
AP via CBS Sports — Blades Brown wins World Wide Technology Championship: https://www.cbssports.com/golf/leaderboard/pga-tour/31000136/world-wide-technology-championship/recap/