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Sepp Straka, a two-time PGA Tour winner, has his sights set on achieving the status of a major winner. In a recent appearance on GOLF Subpar, he expressed his desire to improve his game to reach that goal. Straka believes that he has what it takes to win a major and is focused on continuing to progress in his skills. With each major championship presenting unique challenges, Straka feels that the Open Championship may provide him with the best opportunity due to his comfort playing in windy conditions. Straka’s results in the Open Championship support his belief, as he has…

The fate of golf courses varies, as some establishments are forced to close down due to poor management, changing demographics, lack of play, or decisions to repurpose the land for other commercial uses. This leads to abandoned courses, where the once lush fairways and greens become overgrown and neglected. However, in some cases, closed golf courses are transformed into parks or other public spaces, while others are revitalized and restored to their former glory. One such example is the West Palm Beach Municipal Golf Course in Florida, which closed in 2018 but reopened as The Park under the management of…

The “vanilla” pitch shot is an essential skill for any golfer looking to improve their game around the greens. This basic mid-trajectory shot provides a solid foundation for mastering a variety of other shots. To execute the “vanilla” pitch shot effectively, you will need a 56- or 60-degree wedge and proper setup techniques. Position the shaft of the club almost vertical with the ball slightly forward of center, and ensure the clubface is square to slightly open. Focus on turning your torso during the backswing, avoiding unnecessary hip, leg, or hand movements. As you come through impact, continue the torso-turn…

Revamp your short game with tips from Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel. Many recreational players believe they need to get the club under the ball to hit soft and high short-game shots, but the secret is actually to get the club down to the ground. This can be achieved through a solid setup, where you bend forward from your hips and allow your arms to hang straight down. As you swing the club back, your trail elbow naturally folds, and in order to get the clubhead back to its starting position, you must straighten your trail arm as you swing…

The 2024 Olympic men’s golf competition at Le Golf National in Paris has reached an exciting stage as American Xander Schauffele and Spaniard Jon Rahm are tied for the lead at 14 under after three rounds. However, there are several other top contenders within striking distance that could make the final round interesting. England’s Tommy Fleetwood is just one shot back, while Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama is three back and Ireland’s Rory McIlroy, America’s Scottie Scheffler, and Korea’s Tom Kim are four shots behind the leaders. The Le Golf National course is a challenging par-71 track that measures 7,174 yards. As…

The Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games saw Rory McIlroy making a solid comeback in the men’s golf stroke play event at Le Golf National. With a score of 10 under, McIlroy found himself in contention for a medal after the third round. Tommy Fleetwood led the pack with 13 under, followed closely by Hideki Matsuyama with 11 under. McIlroy acknowledged the mistakes he made in the first two days of the competition and went into the third round with the mindset of limiting those errors. His efforts paid off as he delivered a strong round of golf, positioning himself for…

The 2024 Olympic Men’s golf event is set to conclude on Sunday with the final round at Le Golf National in France. Defending gold medalist Xander Schauffele is tied for the lead with Jon Rahm at 14 under heading into the final round. England’s Tommy Fleetwood is in third place at 13 under, and the three will play in the final pairing together on Sunday at 6:39 a.m. ET. The final round of the men’s Olympic Golf event can be watched on Golf Channel starting at 3 a.m. ET, with a live simulcast on Peacock and a replay on USA…

Matt Fitzpatrick, a professional golfer ranked 22nd in the Official World Golf Ranking, withdrew from the 2024 Olympics due to a preexisting right thumb strain following a disappointing third-round performance. The International Golf Federation confirmed his withdrawal, emphasizing his physical condition as the reason for leaving the competition. Fitzpatrick, who was ranked No. 8 in the world at the end of 2023, had expressed his enjoyment of the Olympic festivities but acknowledged that winning a Gold Medal in golf was not his primary goal. Despite his withdrawal, Fitzpatrick is a highly accomplished golfer with notable achievements in major events, including…