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Attorney Larry Klayman recently lost a lawsuit against the PGA Tour, where he accused the organization of overcharging for tickets at five events scheduled in 2023 and 2024. The lawsuit was dismissed by a Palm Beach County circuit court judge who cited lack of subject matter jurisdiction. Klayman alleged that the Tour conspired to prevent LIV golfers from participating in their events, leading to attendees being overcharged for activities. Initially filed as a putative class action on June 27, 2022, the case was dismissed for lack of personal jurisdiction on Nov. 3, 2023, against DP World Tour, Keith Pelley, the…

In the world of men’s professional golf, there are four types of individuals, as described by French philosopher Hippolyte Taine: lovers, opportunists, lookers-on, and imbeciles. The chaos prevailing in men’s professional golf is a true representation of these categories, with each group playing a unique role in the industry. The imbeciles are often irate but considered the happiest individuals, while the lovers, opportunists, and lookers-on also have their place in the sport. The lovers in men’s professional golf refer to the fans who have a deep passion for the game. However, the current state of affairs in the industry is…

Tiger Woods, the legendary golfer, recently announced on social media that he underwent another back surgery. The microdecompression surgery of the lumbar spine was performed by Dr. Sheeraz Qureshi at the Hospital for Special Surgery in West Palm Beach, Florida. The surgery was aimed at relieving the back spasms and pain that Woods had been experiencing throughout 2024. The procedure was necessary to address nerve impingement in his lower back, which had been impacting his ability to perform on the golf course. In the 2024 PGA Tour season, Woods struggled with his health and performance. He had to withdraw from…

Golf legends Luke Donald and Padraig Harrington recently shared their concerns about the current state of men’s professional golf, particularly related to conflicting schedules and restrictions faced by players like Jon Rahm. Donald, the European Ryder Cup captain, expressed frustration over the slow progress in finding solutions for players like Rahm, who face suspensions and fines for participating in events outside of the DP World Tour. Both Donald and Harrington believe that Rahm should support the European Tour while also being able to compete in events like the Ryder Cup. Harrington, a recent inductee to the World Golf Hall of…

If you are struggling on the golf course, it may be tempting to blame your clubs instead of your swing. However, before giving up on your irons, it’s worth considering a few gear tweaks that could help you get your game back on track. In the Fully Equipped podcast, experts Kris McCormack and Gene Parente shared tips on revitalizing your irons before making any drastic changes. One key aspect to consider is getting a certified club fitter involved to analyze metrics like carry distance and descent angle. Understanding where you stand in terms of clubhead speed and attack angle can…

The Solheim Cup faced some challenges with transportation, causing a delay in filling up the grandstands for the event. Thousands of fans were unable to make it to the course due to shuttle bus issues, resulting in a less-than-full grandstand scene. The situation left many fans feeling frustrated and disappointed after waiting in long lines for buses to arrive. Despite the difficulties, the energy picked up once fans were able to finally make it to the course, especially as the afternoon matches got underway. The organizers of the Solheim Cup faced criticism for the transportation mishap, with many questioning how…

The 19th Solheim Cup kicked off with the Americans dominating the morning foursomes matches, winning three out of four matches against Team Europe. Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz won their third straight foursomes match together, setting the tone for the U.S. team at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville, Va. Last year, the U.S. also started strong by winning all four foursomes matches, but Europe came back to tie the event. This year, the Americans took a 3-1 lead into the afternoon four-ball session after a strong morning performance. In the morning session, Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz secured…

Golf course designer Jay Blasi achieved a remarkable feat by scoring a hole-in-one on a par-4 hole at Mammoth Dunes at Sand Valley Resort in Wisconsin. The hole, which measures 325 yards from the tips, was playing 272 yards on a direct line to the flag when Blasi hit his shot with a driver. The video of the hole-in-one captured the surprise and excitement of the moment, with Blasi describing the feeling as one of “shock and awe” for himself and pure bliss for his group of Golfweek’s Best raters. The downhill par-4 14th at Mammoth Dunes features a curving…