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Bunker shots are notorious for being some of the most challenging shots for recreational golfers. One of the main reasons for this struggle is the lack of practice opportunities available to refine the necessary technique. Public courses often lack manicured short-game practice areas specifically designed for bunker shot practice. As a result, many golfers only get to practice bunker shots when they find themselves in the sand during a round, which is not an efficient way to improve their skills. Mastering bunker shots requires a unique technique that is different from any other shot on the course, and perfecting this…

LIV Golf is set to begin its 2025 season with a night start in Saudi Arabia, with the first round teeing off at 6:15 p.m. This decision is primarily driven by a business perspective to cater to the American TV audience. By starting in the evening in Saudi Arabia, the tournament will be broadcast during prime time in the United States, maximizing viewership and potential advertising revenue. While this may seem like a logical decision for LIV, it also raises questions about the future of the game and the reliance on American audiences for success. The shift to nighttime golf…

In a recent development in the world of golf television, Justin Thomas, a prominent golfer on the PGA Tour, sent a letter to his fellow players urging them to provide more “access and insight” to PGA Tour telecasts. This letter caught the attention of the Tour’s broadcast partners, including CBS Sports president David Berson, who commended Thomas for his leadership in advocating for improved TV coverage. Berson expressed his support for Thomas’ message, acknowledging the importance of innovation in golf broadcasting and the potential for increased audience engagement through enhanced access to players. Thomas’ letter reflects a broader trend in…

The Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s simulator golf league (TGL) has been making waves in the golf industry during its first three weeks. However, there are still questions about its long-term viability and staying power. One aspect of the TGL experience that has received nearly unanimous approval is the 40-second shot clock, which has made primetime golf more fast-paced and easily digestible. This innovation has the potential to address the ongoing issue of pace of play in professional golf, which has been a significant concern for the PGA Tour for years. During a recent TGL match, Justin Thomas expressed skepticism…

The Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines will feature 156 players, with the absence of several big names including world No.1 Scottie Scheffler, world No.2 Xander Schauffele, and other top-10 golfers. Scheffler is still recovering from a hand injury, while Schauffele is dealing with a rib issue. Rory McIlroy has chosen not to add the tournament to his reduced schedule for 2025 in order to focus on the Majors. The field has seen several withdrawals, including Collin Morikawa, Will Zalatoris, and Akshay Bhatia, with no reasons given by the PGA Tour for their absence. One notable absence is 17-year-old Blades…

Hideki Matsuyama, the 2021 Masters champion, is looking to secure his second win of the year at the Farmers Insurance Open. After his victory at the season-opening Sentry, Matsuyama is the top-ranked player at the tournament and hopes to maintain his momentum. He will be playing alongside Jason Day and Max Homa in the second round at Torrey Pines. Fans can catch the action on Golf Channel from 3-7 p.m. ET or stream it online via PGA Tour Live on ESPN+. The 2025 Farmers Insurance Open features a star-studded field with 16 players from the PGA Tour serving on the…

The Farmers Insurance Open, held at Torrey Pines, San Diego, has seen a number of big-name players withdraw from the event, leading to speculation about the tournament’s significance. Tiger Woods, a seven-time winner at the event, was known to draw in large crowds, but with his absence and the withdrawal of other top players, such as Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, Akshay Bhatia, and Will Zalatoris, only five of the top 20 players in the world will be present. Jason Day, a two-time winner of the Farmers Insurance Open, has expressed his disappointment at the decreasing popularity of the event, attributing…

Vandals on all-terrain vehicles have caused significant damage to Thorndon Park Golf Club in Essex, UK, with six holes torn up and potentially £100,000 worth of damage being caused. The incident occurred when multiple people on quad bikes entered the course through a gap in the perimeter fence and spent almost half an hour causing damage to several greens and fairways. A video shared on social media showed the ATVs speeding onto a green and tearing it up before moving on to other parts of the land, leaving deep ruts and tire marks behind. Thorndon Park’s general manager, Iain Evans,…