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The 2025 Players Championship is coming to an exciting conclusion, with the final round set to take place on Sunday at TPC Sawgrass. J.J. Spaun currently leads the tournament at 12 under par, with Bud Cauley one shot behind. Rory McIlroy, the 2019 Players Champion, is also in contention, sitting four shots back at eight under par. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler is seven shots behind the leader. The final round tee times for Sunday have been adjusted due to the threat of inclement weather, with players set to tee off in threesomes starting at 8-10 a.m. ET. The final grouping…

In the world of professional golf, the choice of wedges can make a significant impact on a player’s performance. Akshay Bhatia, a rising star on the PGA Tour, made a bold move at the 2025 Players Championship by swapping out his trusted raw finish wedges for a set of chrome/satin finish wedges. While raw finish wedges are a popular choice among tour players due to their ability to patina over time and potentially increase spin, Bhatia opted for a different approach in search of more spin around the greens at tough courses like TPC Sawgrass, Valspar, and Augusta. The decision…

Developing a consistent putting routine is essential for improving your success on the green. By following these five key steps, you can increase your chances of getting your first putt close to the hole and sinking more putts in the process. It is essential to assess the putt by evaluating the length, slope, and elevation changes to understand the line, speed, and break of the putt. Paying attention to the tilt of the green as you walk towards it can provide valuable insight. Once on the green, consider the length and whether the putt is uphill or downhill, which will…

Brandel Chamblee and Paul McGinley criticized Collin Morikawa for not talking to the media after finishing second at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in 2022. They suggested that his actions set a dangerous precedent and hinted at a sense of entitlement. This sparked a back-and-forth between Morikawa and the Golf Channel analysts, along with longtime pro Rocco Mediate. Morikawa responded by stating that while he respects the fans, he doesn’t owe anyone an explanation for his actions. He emphasized that he spent time signing autographs for fans after the round, even though no media representatives followed him. Morikawa’s comments were later…

Akshay Bhatia, a PGA Tour player, made a bold decision to go back to his old Callaway Rogue ST LS driver for the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. Bhatia had been struggling off the tee, losing strokes in that category, and decided that reverting to his trusted driver from 2022 was the best move for him. Despite trying out Callaway’s new Elyte driver at the start of the season, Bhatia found more success and comfort with the older model, which he trusts and has had success with in the past. The Rogue ST LS driver offers a more neutral bias…

Ludvig Aberg, a rising star in the golf world, recently found himself in a challenging situation on the 16th hole at TPC Sawgrass during The Players Championship. Despite his initial optimism about the course’s back nine, Aberg encountered difficulties that ultimately led to him missing the cut for the weekend. A series of unfortunate shots, including a shanked iron and a ball landing in the water, resulted in a double bogey on the par-5 16th hole, effectively ending his tournament hopes. Aberg, who had previously expressed his affinity for TPC Sawgrass and its strategic design, had high hopes for his…

Rory McIlroy’s recent altercation with a spectator at the Players Championship has been a hot topic in the golf world. While McIlroy has had his fair share of success on the course, he has also faced his fair share of challenges and setbacks. The incident at the 18th tee during a practice round stirred up emotions and raised questions about McIlroy’s character and ability to handle pressure. McIlroy’s reaction to the heckling from a University of Texas golfer was unexpected and out of character. The comments made by the spectator alluded to a painful moment in McIlroy’s career at the…

Bryson DeChambeau, known for his analytical approach to golf, has a unique method for marking his golf balls that has captured the attention of golf fans. His use of science and physics to improve his game has been well-documented, from his single-plane swing to his short-lived attempt at side-saddle putting. DeChambeau’s latest technique involves marking his golf balls with a line, but the key is where he places that line. By aligning two dimples on the ball and hitting a specific edge, DeChambeau believes he can control speed and improve launch and backspin. While some may question the effectiveness of…