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Golf at Te Aria in New Zealand offers a unique escape into nature’s raw beauty. Despite the long 7,700-mile journey from the U.S., the travel to New Zealand is surprisingly easy, with a quick layover in Los Angeles and a 13-hour flight to Auckland. From there, a 90-minute drive takes you to Te Arai, a stunning golf destination on the northern coast of the country. Te Arai offers a one-of-a-kind golf experience on its North and South courses, which are designed by renowned architects and offer a blend of natural beauty and architectural brilliance. The courses alternate between public and…

As the 12th and final year of Sanderson Farms’ sponsorship at Mississippi’s only PGA Tour event approaches, there is a sense of anticipation and excitement surrounding this year’s tournament. Wayne Sanderson Farms’ partnership with Jackson and the PGA tour has been historically significant, making their upcoming departure as title sponsor of the tournament in 2024 bittersweet. However, the company has decided to move on as the title sponsor after this year’s event, though they will continue to support the tournament as a major sponsor through 2026. Tournament director Steve Jent is now tasked with finding a new sponsor for 2025…

The third session of the Presidents Cup on Saturday was delayed due to heavy fog at Royal Montreal, leading to a temporary suspension of play. The first match had completed the first hole and the second group was walking to their tee shots when officials made the decision to halt play at 7:23 a.m. ET. Tony Finau, playing alongside Xander Schauffele in the fourballs session, had to rely on the jumbotron to follow his tee shot, which still found the fairway. The Canadian pair, Corey Conners and Mackenzie Hughes, hit their drives but the crowd was unable to see where…

Playing long par-5s can be intimidating, but with the right strategy, you can score low and master these challenging holes. As a golfer, it is important to assess the hole and consider factors like width, hazards, and out of bounds areas. Using tools like the Golflogix app can help you plan your strategy effectively, especially on unfamiliar courses. Make note of the “no-go” zones on the hole and focus on avoiding these areas to minimize risk and increase your chances of success. Choosing the right club is essential in playing smart on par-5 holes. Instead of always opting for the…

Texas Longhorns football team is currently riding high with a 4-0 record and a ranking as the No. 1 team in the country. The team’s success can be attributed to their redshirt freshman quarterback, Arch Manning, who stepped up after starting quarterback Quinn Ewers suffered an injury. Manning’s performance in his first collegiate start against UL-Monroe was impressive, throwing for 258 yards and two touchdowns. Cooper Manning, Arch Manning’s father, recently appeared on GOLF’s Subpar podcast to discuss his son’s journey to becoming a starting quarterback for the Longhorns. Unlike many highly-touted prospects, Arch Manning chose to sit and learn…

The Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal took an unexpected turn on Friday when the crowd noise significantly increased compared to the previous day. Players Taylor Pendrith and Tom Kim mentioned that the crowd was too quiet on day one, but on day two, there was a noticeable difference in the energy and excitement from the home crowd. This increase in noise level was attributed to a combination of factors, including the Canadian fans rallying behind their team and the players themselves stepping up their game. To measure the noise level at the event, a decibel meter app was used to…

The Presidents Cup was almost a lost cause for the International Team on Thursday, as they fell into an early 5-0 hole. Team captain Mike Weir made the decision to sit Tom Kim for Friday’s alternate-shot matches, a decision that seemed like a mistake as Kim had been a standout player on the team during Thursday’s matches. Kim had been a ray of light in an otherwise dim performance from the Internationals, and the team needed all the energy they could get from their players and the fans. On Friday morning, the atmosphere at Royal Montreal was noticeably different, with…

The Presidents Cup took an unexpected turn with Si Woo Kim’s 5-0 session sweep on Friday, after the U.S. dominated the event the day before. Three writers on the ground at Royal Montreal came together for a post-round breakdown of the dramatic turn of events. The Internationals beat the Americans in a blowout fashion, with only two matches lasting past the 14th hole. The putting stats were particularly telling, with every American losing strokes on the greens, while eight out of 10 Internationals were in the positive. The atmosphere on Friday was electric compared to the somber mood on Thursday.…