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Several LIV Golf teams have made notable changes to their set-ups this off-season, not only in the transfer window but also in terms of apparel sponsors. Bryson DeChambeau led the way by signing a “long-term deal” with Reebok, who will also be the official footwear and apparel sponsors for Crushers GC starting in 2025. DeChambeau expressed his excitement about partnering with Reebok and their shared vision for the future of golf, highlighting the brand’s ability to increase visibility of the sport globally. Cam Smith was spotted wearing Greyson apparel, hinting at a potential new sponsor for Ripper GC. Other teams,…

Close House, a prestigious golf club, recently announced Jess Baker as their new attached Ladies Tour Professional. A Newcastle native and recent graduate of the University of Central Florida with a BSc in Psychology, Jess has returned home to focus on her professional golf career on the Ladies European and Access Tours. She achieved the pinnacle of her amateur career by winning the prestigious 2022 Women’s Amateur Championship at Hunstanton Golf Club, earning her entry into four Major Championships and the Augusta National Women’s Amateur in 2023. Jess has also represented England at both U18 and senior levels, including a…

Jon Rahm is making his debut appearance at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, alongside top players like Rory McIlroy and Tyrrell Hatton. The tournament offers not only cash prizes and Race to Dubai points, but also World Ranking Points. However, LIV Golfers like Rahm are unable to secure these points when they return to the regular tour in February. Rahm expressed his frustration with this system, feeling that LIV Golf players deserve recognition and opportunities to compete in Major championships without relying on special invitations. The LIV Golf League currently does not award Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points, and…

Jon Rahm, along with Tyrrell Hatton and Adrian Meronk, have appealed against fines imposed for playing LIV events without permission, expressing hopes that the appeal will not be heard before the Ryder Cup at Bethpage. This would allow them to retain their membership and eligibility for the prestigious event. Eddie Pepperell suggested that the appeal may conveniently not take place until after the Ryder Cup, ensuring Europe’s best chances at winning on American soil. During a press conference ahead of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, Rahm stated his intention to be on the Ryder Cup team at Bethpage. He expressed…

The Evnroll ZERO Z5s putter is a part of the ZERO line of putters from Evnroll, which features the FaceForward Technology that achieves a zero torque design. This mallet putter offers beautiful milling, a soft feel, and consistent performance on the greens. The design of the Zero Z5s stands out with its well-balanced appearance and unique features. The body of the Evnroll ZERO Z5s showcases excellent milling craftsmanship with soft curves on the bumpers and v-shaped grooves of varying widths on the face. The sole of the putter provides relevant information, including a nod to designer Guerrin Rife and large…

World No.2 Xander Schauffele has withdrawn from the 2025 American Express, with Philip Knowles taking his place in the 156-man field in Palm Springs, California. This came as a blow to the event, as World No.1 Scottie Scheffler had also withdrawn due to a hand injury suffered while preparing Christmas dinner. Scheffler had surgery on his right hand and announced that he would not return until the end of January, missing out on the Sentry in Hawaii earlier this month. Schauffele’s reasons for withdrawing from The American Express remain unclear, as neither the PGA Tour nor the player himself provided…

Collin Morikawa, Tiger Woods, Viktor Hovland, and Max Homa (clockwise from top left). Welcome back to the Monday Finish as we dive into the latest news in the golfing world. Let’s take a look at some highlights from the past week in the PGA Tour. Charley Hoffman’s Shortcut at Waialae Country Club One of the most visually appealing holes on the PGA Tour calendar is the 18th hole at Waialae Country Club, which is a dogleg-left par-5. Charley Hoffman took a unique approach by aiming far left all week, which allowed him to play much shorter yardages for his second…

Eugenio Chacarra’s journey from an amateur star to joining the rebel league, LIV Golf, in 2022 was a significant move that raised concerns about the talent pipeline of the PGA Tour being eroded by LIV’s lucrative offers to top players like Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, and Bryson DeChambeau. However, less than three years later, Chacarra found himself without a contract renewal from LIV and was not retained by Sergio Garcia’s Fireballs team after finishing the season in the “Drop Zone.” In a series of interviews, Chacarra expressed his grievances with LIV, highlighting the league’s focus on money over player benefits…