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TGL’s debut match at the luxurious SoFi Center in West Palm Beach, Fla., was a spectacle that left viewers with mixed feelings. The WWE-grade pre-match introductions, high-tech simulators, and unique hole designs were either loved or cringed at by the audience. The fast pace of play was a standout feature of the event, with players given only 40 seconds to hit a shot, or face a penalty. Former NBA ref Derrick Stafford enforced the time rules, ensuring that play moved swiftly with the help of digital timers and auditory reminders. Despite the controlled environment of indoor play, players still felt…

Tiger Woods recently shared some of his go-to tips for hitting tee shots under pressure in a video with YouTube superstar Grant Horvat. Woods revealed that he tries to hit the ball off the heel and tee the ball low, about an inch off the ground, to keep his swing on top and swinging more left. This strategy allows for more consistent and tighter dispersion, leading to smaller adjustments and ultimately more accurate shots. Horvat was stunned by Woods’ advice, but found that applying these tips drastically improved the quality of his shots. By intentionally hitting the ball off the…

The SoFi Center has been outfitted with 18 Full Swing launch monitors for Tiger Woods’ new TGL indoor golf league. This groundbreaking innovation will allow for a first-of-its-kind virtual golf competition to take place in the league’s inaugural match. Full Swing, the same brand used by Tiger Woods for his personal launch monitors and home simulator, has partnered with TGL to provide all the launch monitors needed for the competition. The data from each player’s swings and shots will be captured and displayed on the massive 64′ by 53′ screen at the SoFi Center during the matches. To capture the…

Nick Dunlap, a two-time PGA Tour winner, was recently spotted using a ball-striking drill that can help golfers hit crisp irons. While professional golfers often seem to play an entirely different sport compared to recreational players, there are simple techniques that amateurs can learn from pros to improve their game. Despite hitting shots that may seem out of reach for the average golfer, Dunlap demonstrated a drill at the Sony Open that has practical applications for golfers of all skill levels. In the video shared by the PGA Tour, Dunlap can be seen placing a ball underneath the outside portion…

Annika Sorenstam is known as one of the most accurate drivers in golf history, with her ability to consistently hit fairways during her career. In an interview from June 2003, Sorenstam shared her secrets for accuracy off the tee with GOLF Magazine. She emphasized the importance of hitting fairways over maximizing distance, as playing from the short grass is always easier than hacking it out of the rough. Sorenstam’s exceptional driving accuracy, coupled with her legendary shot-making abilities, solidified her status as one of the greatest LPGA players of all time. Sorenstam provided three key tips for pinpoint accuracy off…

The Player Impact Program (PIP), introduced in 2021 to reward the 10 most impactful golfers on the PGA Tour, is shutting down. Despite being initially intended to be kept private, the results of the PIP were leaked and became a topic of discussion among fans and the media. The program aggregated rankings from various categories, including social media engagement, Google search rank, and television exposure. While social media metrics were initially included, they were eventually replaced by surveys focused on fan awareness of players. The timing of the PIP’s launch in 2021 coincided with the emergence of the “Saudi golf…

Tiger Woods, along with Rory McIlroy, has introduced a new simulator golf league known as TGL, which will be airing on ESPN. The league’s unique format will involve teams playing five matches during the season, with each team selecting three players to compete in a 15-hole, 3-on-3 alternate shot competition called “Triples” followed by a rotating head-to-head competition called “Singles” for the final six holes. The scoring is based on each hole being worth one point, with ties resulting in zero points. In the event of a tie, TGL has introduced a unique overtime tiebreaker where all three golfers compete…

The new Mizuno Pro S-3 irons are the latest addition to the Mizuno Pro line, specifically designed for elite ball strikers. Mizuno has a long history of creating high-quality irons for better players, and the Mizuno Pro S-3 continues that tradition. Here are three key things to know about these player’s irons. 1. The evolution of the JPX Tour: The JPX Tour line of irons was introduced in 2017 as Mizuno’s elite-level ball striker’s iron. However, with the success of the JPX family, Mizuno decided to create a new family within the Mizuno Pro line with the Mizuno Pro S-3.…