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ZOZO winner holds off Thomas. Plus, Governor Hochul and Ryder prices, Schauffele brings the Claret Jug to Japan, a Ryder Cup may be coming to Spain, and the latest Augusta National flyover Read More
Ryder Cup price consternation continues. Plus, PGA may be closing in on a CEO, 2024 Masters film debuts, ratings can go up in the cordcutting era, This, That and Reads Read More
Rounding up the latest winners. Plus, more Augusta National images surface and Scheffler brings the Green Jacket out for Gameday Read More
Ryder Cup ticket price backlash and why the PGA of America priced them so high. Plus, Norman out as LIV CEO, Roberts on Peacock's lack of profitability, This, That and Reads Read More
Korn Ferry Tour grad wins for fourth time in his last ten starts. Plus, Ryu wins in Shanghai, Bradbury takes French Open, OWGR financials reveal legal bills, and Scotland's Salmond passes Read More
Ryder Cup captains make news a year out from the matches. Plus, MacIntyre apologizes (sort of), Reuters obtained a Masters press credential for a prominent source, a ratings ray of hope, and… Read More
Helene devastated the community and home of the Masters. The club has pledges over $5 million in local support while images confirm the "significant" damage done to the course Read More
The Englishman holds off Colsaerts a day after tying the Old Course record. Elsewhere, Ding wins AAC but may pass up major exemptions, Old Tom statue is dedicated, and other weekend performa… Read More
Internationals rally to end U.S.A.'s hold on the Cup.* Plus a roundup of other weekend golf news Read More
USA takes a slim lead into Sunday singles where six men's matches and six women's duels will decide the Cup.* Read More
U.S.A. women dominate Foursomes before International's men sweep the afternoon session. Plus, early morning police drama and an unexpected Greg Norman visit spice up the day.* Read More
USA takes a one point lead after Thursday's competitive matches featuring mixed Four-ball action for the first time in event history.* Read More
Round 1's spectacular Four-ball pairings and USA team drama has the International's feeling excited about the prospects of a Royal Montreal triumph.* Read More
Sorting out the usual pre-match issues. Plus, some lively press conference moments and a potential injury issue for the International men.* Read More
First mixed Presidents Cup brings together men, women, co-Captains, analytics philosophies and wild "snake draft" scenarios to Royal Montreal.* Read More
He prevents McIlroy from winning DP World Tour's marquee stop. Plus, will Rahm's "severe flu" impact Ryder quest, PGA clarifies policy, Pattinson drives in, remembering Huggett and Green Sr… Read More
Rahm's Ryder Cup drama is making more sense. Plus, a Masters TV increase, Kizzire's win highlights a Masters invite dilemma, Ryder Cup tickets are going to set a new record, This, That and R… Read More
Europe stages Sunday comeback but Pettersen's decisions backfire. Plus, Tiger Woods announces another back surgery Read More
A big golf viewing weekend ahead that can't be sullied by latest PGA Tour/LIV debacle. Plus, Rahm's Ryder mess, R&A Financials, McIlroy on architecture, This, That and a lot of good Read… Read More
The R&A's use of Open proceeds to revitalize Lethamhill provides a refreshing gift to Glasgow by reimagining the importance and versatility of a golf course facility Read More
Captain Furyk has no choice but to fire assistant captain Bradley. Plus, the toughest courses of 2024, Birkdale's new 7th, more Hallowed Grounds, Quotables, This, That and Reads Read More
The Americans stage a valiant rally but come up one point short at Sunningdale Read More
Two-point cushion secured heading into Sunday Singles after another incredible day of action at Sunningdale Read More
Fridays are for the Tour but that pesky distance data is still under review. Plus, a big ratings jump for the Women's Open, Nelly takes the Annika, Curtis Cup preview, Quotables and Reads Read More
After a terrific run of events, an upcoming break from majors offers the chance to tidy up evolutionary and distance-related changes at the world's most important course Read More
Her third major win comes in a battle against current and former World No. 1's. Korda, Shin, Vu and Yin finish in four-way tie for second. Plus, Woad takes low am and NBC's issues surface… Read More
Charley Hull opens with a 67 in the AIG Women's Open to lead by one. Several notables are well-positioned after a day of wind, cold and slow pace Read More
R&A braces for possible extreme weather while players revel in links creativity. Plus, Matthew's final Open, a purse increase, Quotables and a few final reminders on how to follow 2024… Read More
Women's majors need to jettison pro-ams. Plus, Monday qualifying results, tee times released, Old Tom statue approved, celebrating the first Ladies Golf Club and an updated (iffy) forecast Read More
Coughlin claims favorite status in St Andrews with Scottish victory. Plus, Ballester wins the U.S. Amateur, and what to expect as the world's best women descend on the AIG Women's Open Read More
Silly season starts after '25's schedule is released. Plus, Open venues want to charge huge fees, Curtis Cup squads are set, Snedeker gets a cart, an August taste of the Masters, This, That… Read More
Golden performance adds to her Silver and Bronze medals in another nice Olympic golf effort. Plus, Malixi takes the U.S. Women's Am, Mickelson says too much (as usual), and R.I.P. Chi Chi Read More
A look at how the men’s competition from Paris highlighted the best of the modern men’s game while also exposing major media and leadership issues. Plus, Europe undercuts its tou… Read More
Post-Troon notes include historic numbers summing up Schauffele's epic 2024. Plus, concerning NBC ratings revelations, a Claret Jug sold for a big number, 2023 Ryder Cup rev, This, That an… Read More
Every four years golf presents the world a 72-hole individual stroke play format shaped by strange forces and tired thinking Read More
Some good, some not-so-hot performances from Royal Troon Read More
The robust list of winners include the Champion Golfer's epic 2024 to standout efforts by qualifiers, amateurs, Royal Troon, the R&A and Scotland's west coast Read More
A brilliant final round 65 at Royal Troon holds off Rose and Horschel to cap a two major-win season Read More
Horschel leads six by one after a brutal evening in Troon. Plus, the Coffin claims 36-hole leader Lowry, Si Woo Kim records a historic ace, Mickelson speaks and better weather news for Sunda… Read More
The dynamics, oddities and the brilliant fun surrounding golf's craziest little hole during a windy Open day at Royal Troon Read More
Daniel Brown posts a late 65 to lead Shane Lowry by one. Several stars seem surprised by the wind direction that was forecast for days. Plus, the Postage Stamp delivers again Read More
Martin Slumbers addresses several pressing R&A and golf matters. Plus, final prep including an improved forecast, TV and radio times, the vital Merch report, and a word about glorious Pr… Read More
Press conferences, tee times, weather forecast intrigue, and major championship's most centrally located home is listed. Plus, a review of Prestwick St Nicholas Read More
Harman returns the Claret Jug as Slumbers issues warning about purse increases. Plus, the lengthened par 3 17th, a Tom Weiskopf tribute, and an update on Thursday's "low confidence" forecast… Read More
The Open Championship arrives for the tenth time. Notes on the links, key holes, ideal spectator spots, final qualifiers and much more. Plus, potential Thursday weather, pressers, This and T… Read More
The longtime caddie and student of Royal Troon's illustrious history offers insights into course as The 152nd Open approaches Read More
Still in shock, the two-time Ryder Cupper confirms he was never interviewed for the role and says he wants to make the team on points Read More
The Task Force loses its grip as PGA of America prepares to name the 38-year-old outsider who was passed over as a 2023 Captain's pick Read More
Seven more book Open trips including a Glasgow native. Plus, 2025's ballot is live, USGA reports record merch sales at Pinehurst, This, That and Reads Read More
Justin Rose is going back to The Open. He headlines a mix of amateurs, journeymen and first-time major qualifiers making it to the 2024 championship at Royal Troon Read More
Organization turns to CEO of Northampton Saints to replace the retiring Martin Slumbers. Plus, an Open Final Qualifying preview Read More
Plus, Australia's Davis wins in Detroit and it's a big week for Americans with Melanie Green's historic victory at Portmarnock, Morrison at the European Amateur and Bensel's consecutive Newp… Read More
Seth Waugh steps down as PGA CEO. Plus, Scheffler on Pinehurst, Wood details St Andrews prep work, one element of the Ryder Cup on schedule, Quotable, This, That and Reads Read More
Longtime major contender breaks through at Sahallee. Plus, Scheffler wins Travelers in a playoff, several earn spots into The Open and history in The Amateur Read More
Odd moments, strange trends, the messy broadcast, and other First World matters requiring attention before Pinehurst hosts back-to-backs in 2029 Read More
The (almost) winners and somewhere-in-betweens from a special week in Pinehurst Read More
Winners from a special week in Pinehurst Read More
An incredible bunker save at the 18th clinches DeChambeau's second U.S. Open win after a thrilling stretch duel with McIlroy. Then the newly crowned two-time champion continued to entertain… Read More
A wild, entertaining, and slow third round ends with the 2020 champion three ahead. McIlroy, Cantlay and Pavon lurk. Plus, 13th hole carnage and NBC has a rough day Read More
Heat, hole locations take a toll as Aberg shoots 69 to hold a 1-stroke lead over three others. Plus, the fifth hole bites back, the late-early draw issue, two aces at the ninth and Weather Read More
McIlroy, Cantlay open with 65's on a beautiful day in Pinehurst. Aberg is a stroke back and DeChambeau is lurking. Plus, the sixth hole is once again a terror and the forecast is looking up… Read More
Jon Rahm WD's. Plus, Tee Times, player press conferences, By The Numbers, a video look at the 13th, WGHOF Inductions, Weather, and Today in Entourages Read More
Field filled out to 156, practice gears up, Scheffler arrives, Clark returns the trophy, Odds, Weather, the 4th over the years, the new USGA Experience & WGHOF, plus Today in Entourages Read More
No. 2 is in incredible shape on U.S. Open eve, but approaching weather may soften things. Plus, Tiger is solid in a late nine (with swing video to prove it), No. 2 By The Numbers and some Re… Read More
Finishing off Lancaster's U.S. Women's Open with some notes as Pinehurst No. 2's big week nears. Plus, ticket news from the USGA and R&A, Quotable, Links Trust has a big year, This, That… Read More
Part 1 with the maestro of Pinehurst discusses how Donald Ross started in the golf business, his design philosophy, and his views on the evolving game Read More
A recap of the best from 2024 U.S. Open Final Qualifying and results from all 10 locations Read More
Leaders collapse under Lancaster CC's relentless test. Plus, the 12th hole's place in major lore, MacIntyre wins in Canada, and three more Open spots claimed at Hamilton Read More
Three are tied for the lead heading into Sunday's finale at Lancaster Country Club. Plus, the best storylines for Monday's U.S. Open Final Qualifying Read More
Korda's U.S. Women's Open hopes dashed by a 10. Plus, Whan on women's golf, a potential TV deal twist, Scheffler's charges dropped, Tai wins NCAA, Ryder Cup manager named, R&A gets new m… Read More
Notes from the golf world, including U.S. Open and The Open qualifying news after the week at Colonial where Davis Riley held off Scottie Scheffler Read More
Logistics, Scheffler, "hilarious" coverage, rangefinders as binoculars, Gooch as Beavis, Harman rule abuse, the PGA president not knowing basic dates and that 18th hole encampment in play Read More
Hovland, Morikawa, Lowry, McIlroy, Theegala and Blockie. Plus, mixed bag ratings, ESPN, the OWGR, Valhalla's setup, juiced iron lofts, Johnson Wagner, Dick's Sporting Goods and more Read More
Winners from a week in Louisville where Valhalla once again produced a memorable finish backed by exuberant fans. Other highlights include CBS, PGA Swing Analysis and the tourney app Read More
Birdie at the last and brilliant charges by DeChambeau, Hovland help create another epic Valhalla finish Read More
Schauffele and Morikawa lead as 13 others are within five strokes heading into the final round. Shane Lowry shoots the fifth major championship 62 and fourth in 11 months, plus Quotables and… Read More
The golf world's odd reaction to terrible news and a shocking arrest reinforces how isolated the sport has become from the real world Read More
More rain maintains the soggy Valhalla tradition. Plus, Quotables, State of the PGA, Phillips' major debut at 61, Merch report, one last Entourage sighting and the updated Forecast Read More
Rain briefly wreaks imaginary havoc while Tiger sounds lukewarm about a Ryder Captaincy and Jimmy Dunne. Plus, Quotables, Tee Times, Featured Groups, Weather and Today In Entourages Read More
Plenty of practice takes place as wet weather looms. Plus, some short and long term Valhalla impressions, betting odds finally shift, the updated forecast and Jimmy Dunne has seen enough Read More
Kicking off PGA week discussing Valhalla, his final PGA, the modern driver and what movies he's watched lately. Plus, McIlroy crushes the Wells Fargo field, PGA notes and some Aurora Bore… Read More
The 1996 PGA Champion discusses his win at Valhalla, his influences, the modern short game and why he loves doing ESPN's Featured Group coverage Read More
Getting ready for Valhalla and the PGA. Plus, CBS and ESPN roll out extensive coverage plans, FIGJAM goes all FAAFO, the Royal and Ancient names a new Captain, This, That and Reads Read More
A last minute invite to Talor Gooch upends the world ranking order along with the PGA Tour's stranglehold on producing major berths. Greg Norman must be elated Read More
Discussing the unforgettable finish to the 2014 PGA Championship at Valhalla, how his game has evolved since, and why he now prefers firm and fast golf courses Read More
Pendrith captures the Nelson while Otaegui plays his way into the PGA. Plus, remembering Peter Oosterhuis, more wackiness from Greg Norman, and Quotables Read More
PGA field rounds into shape. Plus, what's holding up Tiger's Captaincy, 17 & 18 at Augusta were cruel this year, major ticket resale market update, R&A clubhouse details, This, That… Read More
Hannah Green defends her JM Eagle L.A. Championship while Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry save the Zurich Classic. Plus, Kinnings opens a Ryder Cup door he insists was always open, more NBC woe… Read More
Grand Slam watches begin. Plus, Masters ratings and vault, Kiawah gets another PGA, U.S. Open entries and Local Qualifying underway, This, That, Quotables and Reads Read More
The 25-year-old survives a Sunday restart and sluggish pace to prevail over Maja Stark. Plus, an LPGA major means another NBC fail and eye-opening Quotables from the week Read More
The not-so-bright spots from a wonderful week in Augusta Read More
The Champions of the 2024 Masters. The almost-winners who had moments during 2024 Masters week Read More
The 2022 champion survives early setbacks to hold off first-time participant Ludvig Aberg and win by four strokes. Plus, Lundquist signs off, Tiger salutes Verne, contender quotes, and mor… Read More
Scheffler takes one stroke lead into Sunday with Morikawa, Homa and Aberg lurking. Plus, Mickelson takes new 9th hole path, ESPN scores big ratings, Quotables and more from Augusta Read More
Three Americans share 36-hole lead on a taxing day in Augusta. Plus, the 15th hole exposes players, Woods sets new cut record, Quotables, Zach Johnson loses cool with Patrons, This, That And… Read More
Weather delay prevents round one conclusion. But it could have been worse. DeChambeau posts 65 to lead Scheffler by one. Plus, the Honorary Starters, This, That, Out, About and Friday's wi… Read More
Chairman Fred Ridley speaks, the Par 3 Contest, final odds, the Champions Dinner, Quotables and Thursday's rough forecast Read More
The Defending Champion returns and several players discuss a wide a variety of topics. Plus, groupings are announced, Thursday's updated forecast (cover your eyes) and Best of the Masters Gi… Read More
Notes on an early morning Woods practice round suggesting he's here to contend. Plus, the solar eclipse, some course (change) observations and Quotables Read More