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Looking to play the best golf courses in Minnesota? Welcome to our annual Golfweek’s Best ranking of public-access and private courses. Our nationwide network of raters evaluate courses and rate them on 10 criteria on a points basis of 1 through 10 to produce all our Golfweek’s Best course rankings. The first list consists of public-access courses that allow access in some fashion, be it standard daily green fees, through a resort, or by staying at an affiliated hotel. No membership is required to play on these courses. Some of the best public-access courses in Minnesota include Giants Ridge (Quarry),…

Mizuno Golf has introduced the Mizuno Pro 245 irons, a hollow body, distance iron that offers forgiveness and easy launch characteristics. These irons are fully forged and feature a compact head that resembles a muscle back blade. In this review, we take a closer look at the Mizuno Pro 245 irons to see how they perform on the course. The Mizuno Pro 245 irons have a sleek and traditional look, resembling a blade at first glance. The thin top line and slight offset give these irons a classic appearance at address. Despite being a hollow body iron, they do not…

The 2024 Barracuda Championship marked the fifth and final opposite-field event on the PGA Tour schedule. Despite not being one of the main tour events, there was still a significant $4 million purse up for grabs, with a whopping $720,000 going to the first-place finisher at the Old Greenwood course at Tahoe Mountain Club. The unique Modified Stableford scoring system was used for this event, which rewards aggressive play on the course. Ultimately, it was Nick Dunlap who emerged victorious, showcasing an impressive performance with seven birdies and an eagle on the final day to secure his second PGA Tour…

Nick Dunlap secured another victory on the PGA Tour at the Barracuda Championship with a stellar performance, earning himself a winner’s check. Dunlap scored an impressive 19 points in the final round of the tournament, utilizing the Modified Stableford scoring system. His outstanding Sunday round included seven birdies and an eagle on the par-5 15th hole, giving him a total score that would have equated to a 62 in stroke-play format. The 55-foot eagle putt on the 15th hole was a game-changer for Dunlap, propelling him to the top of the leaderboard with a total of 49 points. As the…

Tiger Woods quickly returned to the United States after missing the cut at the British Open to help his son, Charlie, prepare for his first USGA championship. The 15-year-old qualified for the U.S. Junior at Oakland Hills by shooting a one-under 71 in South Florida. Charlie expressed his desire to win USGA championships and potentially the U.S. Open in the future. Tiger was seen walking the fairways with Charlie and Davis Ovard, who recently completed his freshman season at Baylor University. The trio will be playing together in the tournament. The U.S. Junior Championship at Oakland Hills will feature 264…

The 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon was an exciting event with many ups and downs. In the 54-hole mark of the tournament, Billy Horschel led the charge by a single shot, but there were many players who had a chance at claiming the title. After a challenging day of weather on Saturday, Sunday brought dry conditions with whipping wind for the final round. GOLF’s Sean Zak predicted Xander Schauffele’s chances of winning from the beginning, citing his ability to control a golf ball as crucial for links golf. As predicted, Xander Schauffele went on to win the tournament, claiming…

Xander Schauffele’s victory at the Open Championship at Royal Troon was not only a triumph for his golf career, but also a poignant moment for his father, Stefan Schauffele. Stefan, a colorful and extroverted figure, had dreamed of this moment for years. He watched with tears in his eyes as Xander secured his second major championship win in three months. Despite the emotional moment, Xander remained steady and focused throughout the tournament. He navigated challenging conditions at Royal Troon with precision and determination. His victory was a testament to his calm demeanor and intense focus on the course. For Stefan,…

Justin Rose had an unforgettable week at the Royal Troon Golf Club during the Open Championship. At the age of 43, he showed immense professionalism on the course, even though he knew he couldn’t keep up with younger golfers without his recovery trailer. Despite finishing as a runner-up, Rose’s emotional “magic moment” salute to the spectators at the final hole garnered applause and appreciation. The British golfer’s energy and steely determination throughout the tournament set him apart from his competitors and showcased his experience on the course. With the golfing world increasingly focusing on power, speed, flexibility, and launch, younger…