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The 2025 Hero Dubai Desert Classic final round is well underway, with Tyrrell Hatton holding a two-shot lead over Daniel Hillier. The two players had a rocky start, both bogeying the first hole before making gains on the second and third. Hatton managed to find a couple more birdies on the front nine, while Hillier slipped up at the fifth, allowing Hatton to open up a two-stroke lead. Ewen Ferguson, the third player in the final group, is currently one-over for the day after bogeying the third. In third place, David Micheluzzi has put together an impressive round of seven-under,…

Charley Hoffman, at 48 years old, is proving that age is just a number in the world of professional golf. With his impressive performance at the PGA Tour’s American Express tournament, where he is tied for second place heading into the final round, Hoffman is defying the odds and showing that he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level. Despite questions about his age and longevity on tour, Hoffman remains confident in his abilities and credits his health as a key factor in his success. According to Hoffman, staying healthy has been essential to his continued…

The American Express tournament in La Quinta, Calif., had an unexpected turn with the absence of World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and World No. 2 Xander Schauffele due to injuries. However, the field is still packed with stars going low, making the final round filled with potential drama. Sepp Straka, an Austrian player, holds the 54-hole lead at 23-under, positioning himself for a potential victory. But the competition is fierce, with players like Jason Day, Patrick Cantlay, and Justin Thomas lurking close behind, ready to make a move on Sunday. The American Express tournament is known for low scores and…

Justin Hastings of the Cayman Islands emerged victorious in the Latin America Amateur Championship (LAAC) at Pilar Golf Club, securing his spot in prestigious tournaments such as the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush, the Masters Tournament, and the US Open. Despite challenging weather conditions, the final round was moved to Saturday afternoon, and after completing 36 holes on the third day of play, Hastings clinched the title with a level-par 72 in the closing round. Hastings, a 21-year-old senior at San Diego State University, initially played in the LAAC as a 14-year-old in Santiago, Chile. He finished with a…

When considering whether to go for the green in two on a par-5 hole, there are several factors to take into account. The course layout is a crucial element to consider, as it can impact your chances of successfully reaching the green. Larger greens on par-5s generally make it easier to go for it, but you should also assess how hazards such as bunkers or water may come into play based on your typical ball flight. Your personal odds of success are also key in making this decision. A common rule of thumb is to have at least a 51-percent…

Ewen Ferguson had a tumultuous third round at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, where he initially led but ultimately finished three shots back from leader Daniel Hillier. Ferguson’s day was marred by a warning from rules official Mark Litton, which put his threesome on the clock and disrupted his flow. Despite this setback, Ferguson managed to birdie the last hole to secure a spot in the final group for Sunday’s round, alongside Tyrrell Hatton and Daniel Hillier. Ferguson expressed confusion and disappointment over the warning, feeling that it affected his focus and intensity during the round. Following the warning, Ferguson’s…

Michael Thorbjornsen, a 23-year-old Stanford product, was forced to delay the start of his PGA Tour season due to a battle with tonsillitis. He withdrew from the Sony Open in Hawaii but made a strong comeback at the American Express tournament, shooting a seven-under-par 65 in the first round. Thorbjornsen described his illness as incredibly painful, confining him to bed for three days upon his arrival. Despite the setback, he recovered in time for the American Express and felt back to normal. The antibiotics prescribed for his tonsillitis proved to be effective, sparing Thorbjornsen from needing surgery to remove his…

The 2008 U.S. Open is a moment that truly stands out in the history of golf. Tiger Woods, playing through injury, achieved what many consider to be the most iconic win of his career, while Rocco Mediate came close to a victory that slipped from his grasp. Despite Woods’ struggles in the final round, he managed to force a playoff with Mediate, ultimately winning the championship on the first extra hole. This legendary duel between the two golfers at Torrey Pines is still talked about in golf circles today. Mediate recently joined GOLF’s Subpar Podcast to reflect on his PGA…