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Golf pro Tom Kim recently caught the attention of viewers during the opening round of the Sony Open for teeing up extremely close to the tee marker on the 18th hole. This unconventional setup sparked some discussion among golf enthusiasts, with many speculating about the potential anxiety it could cause. However, Kim’s strategic placement was not a mistake but rather a clever tee-shot hack utilized by professionals to manage their club path. Setting up close to the tee marker forces the player to swing in a specific path in order to avoid hitting the marker. In Kim’s case, the tee…

Team Detroit’s impressive win over Team New York in the GOLFZON Tour quarterfinals has secured them a spot in the semi-finals of the competition. The GOLFZON Tour is a simulator golf league with regional teams of five players each competing in a match-play format for a $150,000 grand prize. The league started with 12 teams, with Team Detroit emerging victorious in their match against Team New York to move on to the next round. In the GOLFZON Tour, teams of three players compete head-to-head by linking their simulators together over the Internet. The competition is structured in a single-elimination bracket…

Viktor Hovland stunned golf fans with his double-pump swing at the Sentry Tournament. This unique move has sparked curiosity about how it helps him generate power and control in his game. Rick Silva, a renowned golf biomechanics expert, sheds light on the science behind Hovland’s double pump. By delaying the arm movement in his swing, Hovland is able to achieve a right-to-left ball flight and gain extra distance on his shots. This strategic sequencing helps him avoid early initiation of the downswing, leading to a more controlled and powerful swing motion. In the golf swing, proper sequencing is essential for…

Denny McCarthy, known for his exceptional putting skills on the PGA Tour, decided to make a significant change to his putter before the Sony Open following a struggle at the Sentry tournament. McCarthy, who ranked highly in various putting statistics last season, felt uncomfortable with his current putter and opted for a completely different setup, including a new putter, insert, grip, and adjusted length. The change paid off in the first round of the Sony Open, as McCarthy made over 145 feet of putts on his way to a bogey-free, six-under 64, putting him in a tie for the lead…

Tiger Woods, the 15-time Major champion, is set to make his debut in the TGL indoor golf league during week two of the competition. Woods, who co-founded TGL alongside Rory McIlroy, will be part of the Jupiter Links GC team taking on Los Angeles GC. His team includes Kevin Kisner and Max Homa, with Woods set to strike the opening tee shot on the 376-yard par-4 first hole known as ‘The Plank.’ While Tom Kim will sit out their opening match, the trio of Woods, Kisner, and Homa are expected to put up a strong performance. After a successful start…

Golf may be facing challenges in various aspects, but a new report on golf club finances suggests that the sport is actually thriving among those who play it. The end of year report from business growth agency The Revenue Club examined data from over 200 clubs and found that visitor green fees generated an average income of £170,000 per club. This represents an 11% increase from the previous year and highlights the success of clubs in attracting casual visiting golfers. The data was collected from a mix of UK and Irish golf courses including private members clubs, proprietary owned venues,…

Rory McIlroy, a four-time Major winner, is set to make his professional debut in India later this year, as the DP World Tour has completed an agreement in principle for Delhi Golf Club to host a $5 million Rolex event. According to The Hindustan Times, the Delhi Golf Club will host the most expensive golf tournament in India’s history in terms of prize money between October 16-19 under an initial three-year deal. An official contract is expected to be signed by the DP World Tour’s Chief Tournament and Operations Officer, Ben Cowen during a visit on January 22 after negotiations…

Sergio Garcia has finalized his Fireballs GC team for the 2025 LIV Golf League season by signing the talented young player Luis Masaveu. The 22-year-old Spaniard had a successful amateur career, including reaching the semi-finals at the 2024 US Amateur Championship and becoming the first Spanish amateur to make the cut at The Open. Masaveu turned pro ranked 16th in the World Amateur Golf Ranking and quickly made an impact with a T9th finish at the Asian Tour’s International Series Qatar. He also competed in the Saudi International and attempted to qualify for the LIV Golf League at the Promotions…