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The AIG Women’s Open at St. Andrews has proven to be a challenging test, with World No. 1 Nelly Korda leading the way at eight under par after 36 holes. She is three strokes ahead of defending champion Lilia Vu and last year’s runner-up, Charley Hull. Olympic gold medalist Lydia Ko and 2022 Muifield champion Ashleigh Buhai are also in contention, another two shots back. Ko praised the high level of play from the leaderboard and highlighted the excitement when players from different countries are in contention. Korda has been the standout player so far, with only one dropped shot…

Hideki Matsuyama, the 32-year-old Japanese golfer, withdrew from the 2024 BMW Championship before the start of the second round due to a lower back injury. Matsuyama had shot an impressive 5-under 67 in the first round at Castle Pines Golf Club but decided to pull out of the tournament citing his injury. This decision came after he had to endure a three-hour and 10-minute suspension of play during the first round, where he finished one stroke off the lead after missing a putt on the 18th hole. Despite his withdrawal from the BMW Championship, Matsuyama’s performance leading up to the…

The TaylorMade P770 irons have been a topic of conversation in the golfing community, sparking curiosity and interest among players of all skill levels. In this week’s Three Swing Challenge, BK provides his first impressions of TaylorMade’s latest version of the P770 irons, giving viewers a closer look at the performance and features that set these clubs apart. As one of the most anticipated releases from TaylorMade, the P770 irons are poised to make a significant impact on the game of golf. The Three Swing Challenge offers a unique perspective on the TaylorMade P770 irons, allowing viewers to see how…

Slow play at the AIG Women’s Open at the Old Course in St. Andrews during the first round caused significant delays for the players. Leona Maguire, known for her toughness, experienced long waits on the 11th tee due to at least four groups ahead of her. The pace of play became so slow that players were even instructed to allow the group behind them to play into the green before putting out themselves, a rare occurrence on a par-3 hole. The unique layout of holes 7 through 11 on the Old Course, known as The Loop, contributed to the delays…

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Toulon Golf recently launched its newest Small Batch putter, the Scotland, paying homage to St. Andrews and the surrounding areas. The inspiration for this putter came from exploring the streets of St. Andrews and the small shops that line them. The design of the putter reflects a family business that Toulon may have had in the area many years ago. The head of the Small Batch Scotland putter features a classic design with modern modifications. Toulon lengthened the blade length, added a modified H1 hosel, and designed a tailored squared-off shoulder and bumper. The cavity design not only modernizes the…

In the world of golf, the iconic milkshake has become a clubhouse treat at many prestigious courses. Jack Nicklaus, known for designing both Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio, and Castle Pines Golf Club, claims that Muirfield Village was the first to offer this delicious treat. However, George Solich, the general chairman at Castle Pines, argues that they were the true pioneers of the milkshake during the PGA Tour’s 21-year fixture as the home of the International. It was World Golf Hall of Fame member Tom Watson who eventually settled the debate, stating that Castle Pines was indeed the…

Nelly Korda took the second-round lead at the AIG Women’s Open at St Andrews after shooting a second consecutive 68. Despite the strong winds at the Old Course, Korda was able to maintain her composure and move to eight under at the halfway stage, taking a three-shot lead over her playing partners Charley Hull and Lilia Vu. Hull had led after the first round with a stunning five-under 67, but Korda’s four-under round in the second round allowed her to overtake Hull and build a significant lead. She went bogey-free in her second round, with four birdies, and has only…