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Disita Sikdar is a Senior Writer for EssentiallySports, primarily covering golf while also reporting on Olympic sports, including gymnastics and wrestling. She has a strong eye for record-breaking performances, world leads, and moments that carry long-term significance across individual sports. Whether tracking a leaderboard swing on Sunday afternoon or breaking down a career-defining Olympic routine, Disita approaches stories with speed, clarity, and context. Her golf coverage focuses on form, momentum, and pressure situations, translating technical excellence into engaging narratives for a wide audience. She was a key contributor to EssentiallySports’ 24/7 Paris Olympics coverage, delivering real-time reports and feature stories during one of the busiest news cycles. That experience strengthened her ability to balance immediacy with depth, earning her a place in the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program. Among her standout Olympic work are an ES Exclusive on Simone Biles’ coach and choreographer, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the sport’s biggest star, and coverage highlighting Biles’ dominance in men’s and women’s gymnastics, cited from The Ohio Star.

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PGA Tour–LIV Golf Battle Takes New Turn as $1.2B Investment Backs Both Sides

A $1.2B investment plan could reshape the rivalry between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf as both leagues face a surprising new financial twist.

Viktor Hovland Issues Blunt Take on Jay Monahan After Brooks Koepka’s PGA Tour Return

Viktor Hovland praises Brian Rolapp’s leadership while criticizing Jay Monahan over past PGA Tour decisions and communication issues.

Jordan Spieth’s Gesture Toward Amateur Golfers Speaks Volumes About His True Character

Jordan Spieth’s thoughtful gesture toward amateur golfers during a practice round reveals the character behind the three-time major champion.

PGA Tour Pro Risks Missing Masters Even if He Qualifies as Military Duty Looms

PGA Tour pro S.H. Kim faces uncertainty over his The Masters hopes as mandatory military service may force a return to South Korea.

Jon Rahm Strikes Back After Rory McIlroy Challenged His Loyalty to LIV Golf

Jon Rahm responds to Rory McIlroy’s claim about his LIV Golf South Africa trip, sharing his excitement ahead of the tournament.

5 Big Names Absent From the Valspar Championship 2026

Five notable golfers missing from the 2026 Valspar Championship as the PGA Tour heads to Copperhead after The Players.

Phil Mickelson Makes LIV Golf Return at $30 Million Event After Long Absence

Phil Mickelson set for return at LIV Golf Singapore after missing multiple events due to a family health matter.

Charley Hull Responds After LIV Golf Veteran Throws Down Surprise Golf Challenge

Charley Hull accepts a playful 2v2 challenge from Ian Poulter after social media banter sparks a potential golf showdown.

LIV Golf Pro Has Ugly Confrontation After Bryson DeChambeau Denies Him $4 Million Title

Lee Westwood fires back at an online troll after narrowly missing the LIV Golf Singapore title won by Bryson DeChambeau.

Who Are Sudarshan Yellamaraju’s Parents? Career, Personal Life & More About PGA Tour Rookie’s Personal Life

All you need to know about rising star Sudarshan Yellamaraju, who is in the middle of an impressive outing.

Rory McIlroy Taken Aback by Ludvig Aberg’s Behavior at Players Championship

Rory McIlroy admits he wasn’t prepared for Ludvig Aberg’s laid-back demeanor during the intense battle at The Players Championship.

Fans Erupt After PGA Tour Decision as Brutal Weather Threatens Chaos at The Players

Weather concerns raise fresh questions over PGA Tour scheduling as storm threats loom over the final round of The Players Championship.
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