Anthony Kim wins LIV Golf Adelaide tournament after 12-year absence, overcoming substance abuse struggles

The New York Times Center-Left

Anthony Kim completes comeback with shocking win at LIV Golf Adelaide

By Hugh Kellenberger · 4d ago

Bias Score

42%

Headline Bait

35%

This article uniquely mentions Kim's "aggressive Twitter persona that mixed positive messages of sobriety with far-right politics was divisive," context completely omitted by all other sources. It frames LIV Golf's motivations more critically, noting executives "were probably doing the same thing" (celebrating) after "a tough few months." The article is more skeptical of the redemption narrative while still celebrating the win, acknowledging complexity other outlets stripped away.

The Telegraph Center

Anthony Kim completes stunning comeback with first title in 16 years

By James Corrigan · 4d ago

Bias Score

35%

Headline Bait

28%

Uses emotionally charged language ("stunning," "remarkable," "inspirational") and emphasizes the dramatic redemption arc. The phrase "scars of his 12-year torment etched across his face" is vivid editorializing rather than factual description. However, the core facts are accurate and the framing, while sympathetic, is not overtly misleading.

Daily Mail Center

Anthony Kim wins LIV Golf Adelaide after 12-year hiatus

4d ago

Bias Score

32%

Headline Bait

12%

Heavy emphasis on the redemption narrative with extensive quotes about Kim's personal struggles and recovery. The article front-loads emotional content before providing tournament details. Characterizations like "one-time golf boy wonder" and the extended focus on his family and sobriety create a sympathetic frame, though facts remain accurate.

New York Post Center

Anthony Kim wins LIV Golf event for first victory in 16 years

4d ago

Bias Score

28%

Headline Bait

25%

Describes the comeback as "one of the most remarkable comebacks in golf -- and sports -- history," which is significant editorializing given the recency of the event. The article emphasizes the David-versus-Goliath narrative of Kim defeating "two of golf's biggest names" and focuses on the drama of the comeback rather than balanced tournament coverage.

BBC News Center

LIV Golf Adelaide: Anthony Kim 'overwhelmed' as he wins for first time since 12-year absence

4d ago

Bias Score

25%

Headline Bait

18%

Straightforward reporting with minimal editorial framing. Includes Kim's direct quotes about his struggles and uses quotation marks for characterizations like "overwhelmed." The article mentions both his substance abuse and his references to "scam artists" and "snakes" during his absence, providing fuller context than most other sources.

South China Morning Post Center

Kim completes remarkable comeback story with victory at LIV Golf Adelaide

By Agence France-Presse · 4d ago

Bias Score

22%

Headline Bait

15%

Focuses primarily on the competitive golf story with Kim's personal struggles mentioned concisely as background context. Uses phrases like "amazing redemption story" but maintains journalistic distance by emphasizing tournament details, competitors' performances, and technical golf information. The most neutral tournament coverage among all sources.

U.S. News & World Report Center

Anthony Kim Wins LIV Golf Adelaide in Remarkable Career Comeback

By Associated Press · 4d ago

Bias Score

18%

Headline Bait

22%

Clean, wire-service style reporting with minimal editorial framing. Presents facts chronologically and uses Kim's own words to describe his journey. The article includes tournament details, scores, and context about his career without heavy emotional framing. Most straightforward of all sources.