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From Rory McIlroy's late arrival to the PGA Tour revealing big potential plans from their future, we take a look back at some of the storylines ahead of The Players at TPC Sawgrass.

Rory McIlroy said his back injury is "a lot better" but confirmed he will make a "game-time" decision on whether to defend his title at The Players.

Rory McIlroy gives an update on his injury and says he is improving, but will decide shortly before tee-off whether he is fit enough to play.

Rory McIlroy arrives at TPC Sawgrass ahead of The Players Championship - this follows prior doubts around his participation at the tournament due to injury.

Rory McIlroy said Wednesday he was a game-time decision for the Players Championship as he deals with a back issue but added "all indications are pointing in the right direction" for him to play Thursday.

More events in big cities. More consistent fields. The details might evolve, but the goal is clear: to turn the PGA Tour into a more competitive and compelling entity.

The PGA Tour are planning to introduce clear promotion and relegation between a 'two-track system' of tournaments as part of widespread changes to their schedule.

Scottie Scheffler is once again the favorite to capture his third career title at The Players Championship, but this time, it's by enormous proportions.

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are the two pre-tournament favourites to win The Players, but a star-studded field will be aiming to stop either of the world's top two from winning at TPC Sawgrass.

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Scottie Scheffler has hit back at suggestions a supposed slump in form to start 2026, as the world No 1 looks to win The Players Championship for a third time in four years.