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The world of golf has long been associated with older players, but recent trends show that the sport is becoming increasingly popular among younger demographics. With celebrities like Justin Timberlake, Kathryn Newton, Mark Wahlberg, Patrick Mahomes, and Caitlin Clark taking up the game, golf is shedding its reputation as a sport for “old codgers.” This shift is evident in the record-breaking number of rounds being played, with 2024 set to mark the fifth consecutive year of over 500 million rounds played in the US. According to the National Golf Foundation (NGF), there has been a significant increase in the number…

New Zealand has become a sought-after destination for remote golf in recent years, attracting golf enthusiasts from around the world. The Hills, located on the South Island, is one of the country’s premier golf courses known for its stunning scenery and challenging layout. Owned by Sir Michael Hill, this course has hosted multiple New Zealand Open tournaments and is set for a multimillion-dollar redevelopment led by business partners Jim Rohrstaff and Ric Kayne. Rohrstaff and Kayne, who have previously developed Te Arai Links and Tara Iti, have enlisted Australian golf course design firm Ogilvy, Cocking & Mead (OCM) to handle…

Ryan Mouque had an experience of a lifetime shadowing Butch Harmon, Tiger Woods’ one-time swing coach, and GOLF Magazine Top 100 Teachers hall of famer. Mouque, a coach based in Australia, spent two days learning from Harmon and shared his top ten takeaways on social media. The first takeaway Mouque shared was Harmon’s advice to focus on fixing the most detrimental part of your golf swing, known as the ‘cancer.’ By addressing the root cause of swing issues, players can make more effective improvements to their game. Harmon emphasized the importance of identifying and fixing the main problem rather than…

City Golf is a groundbreaking indoor golf course that combines virtual and real-world play in Tianjin, China. The facility, covering the equivalent of two football fields, features 18 screens for 18 holes with synthetic greens spread across 106,000 square feet inside a convention center. Designed by GolfZon, a South Korea-based screen golf giant, City Golf aims to provide a high-tech indoor course experience for golfers. Unlike the SoFi Center in Florida, which was custom-built for the Tiger Woods-led TGL golf league, City Golf is open to the public. The venue offers a unique golf experience in an urban setting, allowing…

Wesley Bryan had a pivotal moment during the Black Desert Championship when he had to hit a 14-foot eagle putt to secure his spot in the weekend rounds. This putt was crucial for Bryan as it determined whether he would make the cut and earn a check for the tournament. After a strong performance on Friday that followed a challenging Round 1, Bryan knew that this putt was his last opportunity to continue in the tournament. Missing the putt would not only mean missing the chance to earn a check, but also missing out on valuable FedEx Cup Fall points…

The 2024 Black Desert Championship at Black Desert Resort marked the first time the PGA Tour returned to Utah since 1963. Despite many of the top players in the sport enjoying their off-season, the leaderboard after two rounds was tightly packed, setting the stage for an exciting weekend of golf. Stephan Jaeger, winner of the Texas Children’s Houston Open earlier in the season, led the way after 36 holes as he sought his second-career Tour win. The stunning views at Black Desert provided the perfect backdrop for the tournament, with an incredible drone show adding to the spectacle. The tournament…

The LPGA’s Asia Swing has kicked off with an exciting start at the 2024 Buick LPGA Shanghai in China. The tournament has reached the final round, with Mao Saigo holding a one-shot lead over Ruoning Yin after 54 holes. Saigo has been impressive throughout the tournament, starting with a 4-under 68 on Thursday and following up with consecutive rounds of 65 to surge to the top of the leaderboard. Saigo’s strong performance continued on Saturday, as she made the turn with a 2-under 34 before making a series of birdies and an eagle on the back nine. From holes 12-17,…

In a recent episode of “The Smylie Show,” Jason Day reflected on his time as the No. 1 ranked golfer in the world and the commitment it took to reach that level. Day compared his dedication to that of Tiger Woods, acknowledging that becoming the best in the world requires a lifestyle choice. He observed that some players, like Dustin Johnson, are naturally gifted and can achieve success without as much effort, while others, like himself and Woods, must combine talent with hard work and mental toughness. One interesting anecdote shared by Day was his conversation with Woods, in which…