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GOLF recently released its latest ranking of the Top 100 Courses in the U.S. (2024-25), which includes 11 newcomers. One of these newcomers is Pinehurst No. 10, located in Aberdeen, North Carolina. Designed by renowned architect Tom Doak, Pinehurst No. 10 is a resort course that opened in 2024. Unlike some courses that have restrictions on where homes can be built or how the nines should be arranged, Pinehurst No. 10 was designed with a sandy, rolling piece of land and few restrictions, allowing for a meandering layout that showcases the natural beauty of the property. The course features a…

For those looking to improve their golf game and gain some extra power in their shots, instructor Gia Liwski has a simple tip that can help. Liwski, a teaching professional at Fiddlers Elbow CC, explains in a video posted on the LPGA Professionals YouTube page that maintaining a connected feeling between the arms and torso during the swing is crucial for power generation. She suggests a drill using a shorter club, like an 8-iron, to practice this concept. By gripping down to the bottom of the grip and keeping the left arm attached to the chest throughout the swing, players…

Chart Hills Golf Club in Kent has recently introduced new on-site accommodation called The Barn, providing guests with the option of a luxurious stay in modern surroundings before and after a round of golf. The Barn can accommodate up to eight guests in four suites named Faldo, Lilypad, Oak, and Gold, reflecting core themes on the golf course and honoring the course designer, Sir Nick Faldo. This accommodation is just a short walk away from the first tee of the championship course. In addition to the comfortable suites, The Barn also offers a communal lounge, a private garden with outdoor…

The Australian PGA Championship was cut to 54 holes due to torrential rain that forced the entire second round to be abandoned. Rainfall in the Brisbane area totaled around 250mm in the last week, leading to saturated turf and standing water all around the course at Royal Queensland Golf Club. The second round was delayed on Friday and eventually abandoned without a ball being struck, prompting the decision to reduce the event to 54 holes. The second round is set to be played on Saturday, with the final round scheduled for Sunday. DP World Tour tournament director Jose Maria Zamora…

In this article, the author, Matt, shares his journey as a lob wedge addict and how he learned to play better golf by changing his approach to the short game. He explains how he became addicted to using his lob wedge almost exclusively for every shot around the green when he started playing golf seriously in 2003. Despite initially seeing some success with this strategy, he eventually realized that it was holding him back as his practice time decreased and his scores started to suffer. During his Golden Era of golf after college, Matt’s addiction to the lob wedge reached…

The RSM Classic at the Sea Island Golf Club saw some impressive play despite challenging weather conditions. Maverick McNealy and Michael Thorbjornsen, both former Stanford stars, shared the lead at 8 under. Andrew Novak and Adrien Dumont de Chassart were close behind at 7 and 6 under respectively. Local residents Keith Mitchell and Harris English were also in the mix, tied at 5 under. McNealy and Thorbjornsen were both seeking their first PGA Tour victories, with McNealy making good use of his strong iron play and putting skills. McNealy had been performing well in recent tournaments, finishing among the top…

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Sophia Popov, the 2020 AIG Women’s British Open champion, made her on-course commentary debut for ESPN at the LPGA’s CME Group Tour Championship in Naples, Florida. The 32-year-old golfer has previously provided commentary in the booth for other networks during events like the Solheim Cup. Popov expressed her interest in pursuing a career in broadcasting and sees it as a potential future path, while still wanting to continue playing professionally for another year before transitioning into a full-time broadcasting role. Despite having recently given birth to her daughter Maya Mae Mehles in June 2023, Popov made a successful return to…