Fall fields may lack star power but are abundant in job-status stories, Bob Harig writes. Also: Luke Clanton's rise and strong words from the outgoing CEO of the R&A.

The amateurs shone bright this year. A total of 15 amateurs made 22 cuts on the PGA Tour in 2024. Luke Clanton of Florida State led the way, having turned the trick at seven different events, including a tie for second in the season-ending RSM Classic.

The 2024 PGA Tour season concluded with the end of The RSM Classic, with 125 players both earning their PGA Tour cards and status for the 2025 season. Only players finishing in the top 125 in FedEx Cup Fall points retain their cards.

Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand made up a two-shot deficit with two holes to play Sunday with an eagle-birdie finish for a 7-under 65, giving her a one-shot victory over Angel Yin and the $4 million prize — the richest in women's golf — at the CME Group Tour Championship.

Australian Elvis Smylie shot a 4-under 67 to win the 54-hole BMW Australian PGA Championship on Sunday by two shots after a final round shootout with his compatriot and former mentor Cameron Smith.

Elvis Smylie won the Australian PGA by two shots after a final-round shootout with former mentor Cameron Smith.