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The 2025 Genesis Invitational is a Signature Event with a $20 million purse. The tournament continues with the second round at Torrey Pines, where birdies were hard to come by on a windy and rainy opening day. Despite the tough conditions, Denny McCarthy managed to put together a four-under 68, giving him a one-shot lead heading into the second round. Seamus Power and Patrick Rodgers are tied for second at three under, with World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler close behind at two under, keeping the competition fierce. To watch the second round of the Genesis Invitational on Friday, viewers can…

PXG has recently unveiled the new PXG Black Ops Ultra Lite Driver, which is a game-changer for golfers seeking speed and forgiveness. The PXG Black Ops Ultra Lite Driver is designed for amateur golfers with slower swing speeds, featuring a lightweight design with a clubhead mass of 189 grams. This driver also includes PXG’s proprietary AMF (Advanced Material Face) Technology, which delivers increased ball speed for more distance and improved forgiveness. The high-strength composite body construction helps improve weight distribution and increase the moment of inertia (MOI) for enhanced stability. With the addition of the PXG Black Ops Ultra Lite…

The Genesis Invitational is well on its way at Torrey Pines, and Claire Rogers shares her experiences from the event so far. Despite rainy and cold conditions, she and her producer have managed to film episodes of the Scoop with players in the field. Rogers describes her visit to the pro shop at Torrey Pines, where she saw photos of Tiger Woods as a young junior golfer. She mentions how Woods was sporting tiger merchandise on the course long before the famous Sun Day Red outfits. Rogers jokingly calls for a recreation of Woods’ throwback outfits, particularly a yellow t-shirt,…

The Genesis Invitational is honoring Kultida Woods, the mother of Tiger Woods, who recently passed away. The tournament is using a white flag on the seventh hole at Torrey Pines as a symbol of her Buddhist faith, with white representing purity, wisdom, and longevity, and the number seven connected to seven factors of enlightenment. Tiger Woods had initially planned to play in the tournament but withdrew last minute following his mother’s passing, stating that he was still processing her loss. Kultida Woods was known as Tida in the golf world and was a strong, feisty, and direct woman who played…

LIV Golf made its debut on Fox Sports with modest viewership numbers, drawing 54,000 viewers on FS1 and 31,000 viewers on FS2 for coverage of the final round of LIV Riyadh. These numbers may seem small compared to the PGA Tour’s viewership, but it’s important to consider the context and expectations for LIV Golf as a new league. Some industry experts had high hopes for LIV Golf’s partnership with Fox Sports, expecting it to rival the PGA Tour’s viewership numbers. However, the initial data suggests that LIV still has a long way to go to establish itself as a mainstream…

Fred Couples, a former Masters winner, faced physical challenges at the Masters last year due to back issues. He struggled with his game and his health, but a year later, he is feeling more optimistic and prepared. He has made adjustments to his equipment, adding easier-to-hit fairway metals and hybrids to his bag. As he prepares for the upcoming PGA Tour Champions event, the Chubb Classic, he believes his game is in a better place and is even considering competing at the Masters again. Despite his age of 65, Couples is confident that he can make the cut and compete…

PGA Tour winner and trusted on-course reporter Smylie Kaufman has identified two common areas where amateurs struggle in their golf game: bunker shots and putting. Kaufman, with his firsthand experience and expert insight, is uniquely qualified to offer valuable advice to amateurs looking to improve their game. In a recent encounter at the 2025 PGA Show, Kaufman shared his wisdom on how focusing on these areas can help golfers lower their scores and break their scoring barrier. Most amateurs, according to Kaufman, struggle with their short game, specifically bunker shots. Improving fundamentals from the sand and developing good speed with…

Breaking 90 in golf is a significant milestone for many players, and achieving this feat can be a rewarding experience. GOLF.com’s resident mid-handicappers have shared their best tips for golfers looking to break 90 for the first time. One key tip is to tighten up your short game, focusing on shots from 100 yards and in. By practicing at a pitch and putt course and dialing in your wedges and putting, you can improve your scoring and see results in the 80s. For those who struggle with big numbers on the scorecard, eliminating these errors and cleaning up your short…