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The PGA Tour announced updates to its fantasy golf game for the 2025 season, aiming to modernize and improve the experience for players. The new PGA Tour Fantasy incorporates a new “team captain” feature and an automatic swap feature to enhance gameplay. Additionally, the Tour revamped its website and app to allow for better integration with the fantasy game, including the introduction of a real-time scoreboard for fans to follow the action as it happens. Winners of the Tour’s quarterly and season-long competitions will receive gift cards to the PGA Tour Superstore, with the Tour’s retail outfitter serving as the…

Michael Greller, the longtime caddie for Jordan Spieth, will temporarily switch gears and loop for Max Homa at the season-opening Sentry at Kapalua Resort in Hawaii. Homa’s regular caddie, Joe Greiner, was unavailable for this event, but is expected to return for the West Coast Swing in two weeks. Homa, ranked 41st in the world, is coming off a winless 2024 season after having won five times in the previous three seasons. On the other hand, Spieth did not qualify for The Sentry as his season ended in August due to a wrist surgery he underwent immediately after the FedEx…

In 2024, the staffers at GOLF.com had the opportunity to travel and play golf at various courses throughout the year. Here, we take a look at some of their favorite courses they played over the past 12 months. From the Catskills to Hawaii, each course offered a unique and memorable experience for the golfers. Kevin Cunningham’s favorite course of 2024 was the Rip Van Winkle Country Club in Palenville, New York. A big move led him to this course, and he was impressed by its mountain views and overall experience. Nick Piastowski’s favorite course played in 2024 was in central…

In 2024, one of the most popular golf tips for high-handicappers and beginners focused on the proper setup position. This tip, originally shared by instructor Sam De Sira on Instagram, addressed the question of how far a player should stand away from the ball. By following a simple step-by-step guide, golfers can determine the correct distance for their setup. Dropping the trail hand and letting it hang can help players find the middle ground where they feel comfortable, avoiding the pitfalls of standing too close or too far away from the ball. De Sira’s advice provides an easy-to-implement strategy for…

Winter can bring challenging conditions to golf courses across the country, making it difficult for golfers to play off fair lies. This is where “winter rules,” also known as Preferred Lies, come into play. These rules are covered by Model Local Rule E-3 and allow players to lift their ball in the fairway and place it in a more favorable position. This temporary rule is typically implemented during the colder months when course conditions may not be at their best. The committee in charge of the golf course is responsible for setting the size of the relief area where the…

The year 2024 has been a spectacular year for golf tournaments, with many exciting moments and close competitions. One event that stands out is Bryson DeChambeau’s US Open victory, where he edged out Rory McIlroy by a single stroke. Another memorable moment was Scottie Scheffler’s gold medal win at the Olympics, where he shot a remarkable back nine 29. Lottie Woad also had a thrilling victory at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur, birdieing the final two holes to win by a single stroke. With so many exciting tournaments to choose from, it can be difficult to determine the most entertaining…

Golf is a sport that has been trying to “grow the game” for a long time, but is this really the right goal for regular golfers like us? Instead of focusing on increasing the popularity of golf, we should be thinking about how we can better the game. This leads us to the question, “Are you good for golf?” We are golf. Every person who plays the game is a part of it, and we have the power to determine how good golf is. By taking small actions like fixing ball marks and repairing divots, we can contribute to the…

To break 90 in golf this season, it’s important to focus on key aspects of your game, including setting process goals, stretching before swinging, focusing on posture, grip, and alignment, and adding pressure to practice sessions. Setting process goals is crucial to improving your game, as it allows you to focus on the steps needed to achieve your desired results rather than the end goal itself. Analyzing stats from previous rounds can help you identify areas for improvement and set realistic process goals for practice sessions. A quick mobility warm-up before swinging can help improve your overall performance on the…