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Keegan Bradley has been named the new American Ryder Cup captain, replacing Tiger Woods who was strongly considered for the position. The selection of Bradley, a 38-year-old with no previous experience as a vice captain, came as a surprise to many in the golf community. Despite his lack of experience, Bradley’s career achievements and passion for the event make him a deserving candidate for the role. The American Ryder Cup Committee expects every captain to serve as a vice captain at the following Cup, so Bradley will also be assisting the squad at Adare Manor in three years. Bradley’s recent…

After a recent court ruling allowed Joost Luiten to compete in the men’s golf event at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, the Dutch golfer faced a new setback as the Dutch Olympic Committee denied him the opportunity to compete. Despite finishing 40th in qualifying, well within the top 60 cut-off, the committee decided that Luiten and his compatriot Darius van Driel had “no reasonable chance” of winning a medal for their country. Following a legal challenge filed by Luiten, the committee eventually reinstated him to compete in the Games. The International Golf Federation (IGF) confirmed Luiten’s participation in the…

GolfWRX recently traveled to Kentucky for the ISCO Championship at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville. The event showcased WITBs (What’s In The Bag) and custom putters, offering a closer look at the players’ equipment setups. The photos from the tournament give golf enthusiasts a glimpse into the bags of some players whose setups haven’t been previously captured in 2024. The general albums from the 2024 ISCO Championship feature shots from Monday #1 and Monday #2, providing a comprehensive overview of the event. Additionally, the WITB albums showcase the equipment setups of players such as James Nicholas, Marcus Kinhult, Adrien…

Despite Luiten’s rollercoaster journey with the Olympics, it seems that his hopes of competing in Paris have been squashed once again. The Dutchman initially qualified for the Games, only to be deemed not competitive enough by his country’s officials. However, after winning a court case in the Netherlands, it appeared that Luiten was back in contention. Unfortunately, the International Olympic Committee’s ruling has now sidelined him from the competition. The International Golf Federation announced on Tuesday that Luiten’s spot had already been reallocated to Finland’s Tapio Pulkkanen. Despite the IGF’s efforts to increase the field size of the competition to…

Speed training has become increasingly popular in golf, with players looking to boost their swing speeds for better performance on the course. While many of the biggest names in golf, such as Bryson DeChambeau and Matt Fitzpatrick, focus on speed training, it is not limited to just the younger generation. Even older players, like 52-year-old Padraig Harrington, have jumped on the speed training bandwagon in pursuit of longer shots. Harrington, a three-time major winner, has seen significant success in adding swing speed and hitting the ball farther than most players his age. He now leads the Champions Tour in driving…

The PGA Tour’s fall schedule is in full swing with only five more weeks before the start of the playoffs and three more weeks before the end of the 2024 FedEx Cup season. Despite the 2025 season no longer beginning in September, golf fans still have plenty to look forward to with the second playing of the PGA Tour’s FedEx Cup Fall series. Last year, the FedEx Cup Fall underwent a rebrand and revamp following Ponte Vedra’s decision to shift back to a calendar-based schedule model. While the fall season no longer counts toward next season’s FedEx Cup point total,…

The heat of summer presents challenges to golfers as they strive to manage their physical well-being on the course. Overheating and dehydration can lead to muscle cramping, stiffness, and decreased performance. Hans Larsson, a swing coach, emphasizes the importance of staying cool to avoid these issues. In addition to staying hydrated and snacking, the clothing you wear can significantly impact your body temperature. The color of your clothing, in particular, can influence how much heat your body absorbs. Toshiaki Ichinose, an executive senior research scientist in Japan, conducted an experiment to study the relationship between clothing color and heat absorption.…

Yonex has been a prominent brand in the golf industry, known for its innovative and high-tech components that cater to the premium end of the market. The new Yonex EZone GT driver has been making waves with its high price point of £529, aligning it with the best drivers in the market. The EZone GT driver is packed with technology, including StrikeSpeed carbon and a new head structure with a ‘wall’ for weight distribution and stability. The vertical laser milled face is designed to reduce spin axis tilt and offer better dispersion downrange. Visually, the EZone GT driver impresses with…