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Rory McIlroy, a professional golfer known for hitting his driver far, straight, and high, has been impressing audiences with his unique technique on the golf course. His ability to launch the ball at high apexes averaging over 120 feet and even reaching 180 feet when really going for it has set him apart in the sport. However, in recent seasons, McIlroy has introduced a new shot to his arsenal: a low, straight, roasting drive that has become one of the most exhilarating shots in the game. During a recent tournament at Pinehurst, McIlroy showcased this new shot on the 12th…

The 2024 Open Championship at Royal Troon is the final major championship of the season, where the best golfers in the world will compete for the coveted title. Tiger Woods, who has been absent from the course since missing the cut at the U.S. Open last month, made headlines by turning down the 2025 Ryder Cup captaincy. Woods cited his busy schedule and various commitments as reasons for declining the role, expressing his difficulty in devoting the time required for the job. Another player generating significant buzz ahead of the Open Championship is Rory McIlroy, who recently endured a heart-wrenching…

American golfers have dominated the men’s major championships this year, with Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, and Bryson DeChambeau each securing wins in the Masters, PGA Championship, and U.S. Open, respectively. These victories have set the stage for a potential historic achievement, as no American golfer has swept all four majors in a year since 1982. This feat would be unprecedented, especially considering the young age of Scheffler, Schauffele, and DeChambeau, who were not even born when the last American sweep occurred. Stats expert Justin Ray highlighted the unique opportunity American golfers have this year and pointed out that history may…

The 2024 Open Championship is set to take place at Royal Troon in Scotland, marking the final major championship of the 2024 golf season. The course at Royal Troon has undergone renovations by Martin Ebert, adding 200 yards to its length since the last Open Championship held there in 2016. The course features undulated fairways, penal pot bunkers, rough, heather grasses, and small greens, making it a challenging test for the players. In preparation for the tournament, Brady Kannon, a seasoned golf bettor and commentator, shares his picks for potential winners at the Open Championship. He emphasizes the importance of…

The debate over where to place bunker rakes on a golf course has been ongoing for quite some time. Some courses prefer to keep the rakes inside the bunker to avoid potentially deflecting a shot away from the sand, while others prefer to have them outside the bunker so that a ball that lands in the sand isn’t interfered with by the rake. However, what happens when you encounter a course with a specific bunker rake preference that is clearly outlined on the rake handles, and someone does not comply? For example, if a rake is mistakenly left on the…

World number one Scottie Scheffler recently spoke about the “distance issue” in professional golf, highlighting the importance of short, challenging holes like the 8th hole at Royal Troon. He emphasized that holes do not need to be lengthened to increase difficulty and mentioned iconic short par-threes like hole 12 at Augusta and hole 17 at Sawgrass. Scheffler praised the strategy required to navigate shorter holes and control the ball effectively, stating that it is an underrated skill in modern golf. At this week’s Open Championship, one of the major challenges at Royal Troon will be the bunkering. Scheffler commended the…

This week, GolfWRX is on site at the Barracuda Championship, the PGA Tour’s only Modified Stableford event, held in Truckee, California. We have a variety of galleries from the event, showcasing the players, their equipment, and more for you to enjoy. The general albums from the Barracuda Championship include shots from Monday and Tuesday, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the tournament. You can see the players in action and get a feel for the atmosphere at the event. We also have “What’s in the Bag” albums featuring Barclay Brown, Ryan Brehm, Marcel Schneider, and more. These galleries showcase the…

Scottie Scheffler, the current World No. 1 in golf, recently discussed the “distance issue” that is prevalent in professional golf. He emphasized the importance of short and challenging holes, like the 8th hole at Royal Troon, known as “Postage Stamp.” Scheffler highlighted that holes don’t need to be lengthened to be difficult, citing examples of famous short par-threes like the 12th at Augusta and the 17th at Sawgrass. He expressed the need to focus on the skill of controlling the ball rather than just making courses longer. At the Open Championship at Royal Troon, one of the main challenges for…