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Callaway recently announced the release of the Apex Ai200 and Ai300 irons, successors to the popular 2021 Apex, Apex Pro, and Apex DCB models. The new irons have undergone a significant upgrade, with the Ai200 being a “players distance” iron and the Ai300 being a “game-improvement” club in line with the now-defunct Apex DCB. The Apex lineup has been redesigned with a focus on enhanced aesthetics, improved feel, and better consistency compared to previous models. Engineers have worked on refining the appearance of the clubs from all angles, including at address, resulting in a cleaner, sleeker design. The irons feature…

At just 17 years old, Rianne Malixi from the Philippines has proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of amateur golf. Despite her young age, Malixi has shown remarkable growth and development in her mental game, going from being self-deprecating to conquering obstacles with a fierce determination. Her recent victory at the 2024 U.S. Women’s Amateur at Southern Hills Country Club marked her second USGA championship win in just 22 days. Four consecutive birdies from Nos. 13-16 sealed the deal for Malixi, solidifying her status as one of the best young players in the…

Fred Couples recently returned to the PGA Tour Champions after battling back issues at the Masters in April, where he struggled with hitting irons due to his ongoing back problems. Despite his difficulties, Couples managed to shoot rounds of 80 and 76 at Augusta National, missing the cut but displaying his determination to continue playing. He expressed frustration with his physical limitations, stating that swinging a club had become a chore, especially when it came to hitting irons. After his disappointing performance at the Masters, Couples made a comeback at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge, near his hometown of Seattle,…

Peter Uihlein emerged as the champion of The International Series England, capturing his first victory on the Asian Tour and The International Series. The American golfer dominated the tournament with a spectacular performance, finishing with a seven-shot lead over his closest competitors, Andy Sullivan and Caleb Surratt. Uihlein’s final round of eight-under-par 63 propelled him to a total score of 20-under for the tournament. Sullivan and Surratt put up a strong fight, shooting 66 and 68 respectively, but were unable to catch up to Uihlein’s impressive lead. Other notable players in the tournament included China’s Sampson Zheng, Sadom Kaewkanjana from…

Luke Clanton, a 20-year-old amateur golfer, recently made headlines at the Wyndham Championship with his impressive performance on the course. Despite facing a stressful situation on the final three holes of the tournament, Clanton managed to stay calm and shoot a remarkable 8-under 62 in his third round. This exceptional round marked his third round of 63 or better since his debut at the U.S. Open in June, making him one of the most promising young players on the PGA Tour. As Clanton teed off for his final round, he found himself tied for the lead with seasoned pro Matt…

Luke Clanton, an amateur golfer from the United States, had a challenging weekend at the Wyndham Championship in Greensboro, North Carolina. He had to wake up early on Sunday morning to complete his second round and make the cut after play was suspended on Saturday due to darkness. Despite the pressure, Clanton managed to finish strong with two pars and a birdie on his last hole, securing his spot in the tournament. Following his successful second round, Clanton went on a remarkable run in his third round, shooting an impressive 8-under 62. This was his third round of 63 or…

Professional golfer Graeme McDowell has been suspended by LIV Golf for violating its anti-doping policy, the Saudi Arabia-backed league announced. The suspension will last for one tournament and will be effective at the upcoming event in West Virginia. McDowell was found to have used a decongestant medicine that contained a banned substance, R-methamphetamine (levo-methamphetamine). McDowell released a statement explaining that he had used a generic Vicks nasal decongestant to manage severe congestion before the LIV Nashville event in late June. He admitted that he did not realize the medicine was on the banned list and apologized for the oversight. McDowell…

In golf, having a wide range of shots in your arsenal can be a huge advantage on the course. Tiger Woods, known for his creative shot-making ability, has a go-to shot around the greens called the draw chip. This shot is particularly useful when the situation requires the ball to move left-to-right or when faced with a tough lie. In today’s edition of Play Smart, we will dive into how Woods executes this shot and how you can add it to your own game to improve your short game skills. To hit Tiger’s draw chip, Woods recommends opening the face…