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Scottie Scheffler has been on a hot streak since winning the WM Phoenix Open, with six victories this season and a second green jacket. His equipment setup has remained unchanged since his win at Bay Hill, showcasing his commitment to consistency during a successful run. Despite the temptations to change equipment favorites, Scheffler has stuck with what works for him, as seen in his setup from Arnie’s place and his recent win at the Travelers Championship. The switch to a TaylorMade Spider Tour X mallet putter at Bay Hill was a crucial gear shakeup, emphasizing the importance of finding the…

Nick Bienz’s journey to the 2024 Rocket Mortgage Classic started with a nail-biting playoff at The Orchards Golf Club in Washington, Michigan. Five golfers, including Bienz, carded an impressive 7-under 65, but only four spots were up for grabs. As a result, a 5-for-4 playoff ensued, with Bienz facing off against Danny Guise, Angelo Giantsopoulos, Brandon Berry, and Beau Breault. To calm his nerves before the playoff, Bienz chose to enjoy three cold beers, a unique approach that seemed to work in his favor. Throughout the eight-hole playoff, Bienz relied on his favorite club, the driver, to secure his spot…

Hale Irwin, a three-time major champion, had his most successful year in 1990 at the age of 45 when he won his third U.S. Open title. Irwin’s fast tempo, derived from his natural athleticism as a former college football player, played a significant role in his success throughout his career. In a Golf Digest article, Irwin emphasized the importance of tempo in a golf swing, stating that poor tempo often leads to poor results, especially under pressure. He also highlighted the distinction between speed and tempo, noting that good tempo can vary in each golfer’s swing. Irwin recommended a couple…

Dave Schnider, CEO of Fujikura Composites America, recently qualified for the U.S. Senior Open, earning a spot in the 80-man field after a four-for-one playoff at the Goose Creek qualifier in California. As a golf industry veteran, Schnider’s excitement for the upcoming event is palpable as he prepares to walk Newport Country Club with his 15-year-old son, Luke, on the bag and his 85-year-old dad watching. Schnider has had previous success as an amateur, winning some club championships, but his focus on competitive golf has been reignited by his son’s passion for the sport. Schnider’s dedication to improving his game…

Rory McIlroy’s recent loss at the U.S. Open has raised questions about his golf swing rather than his putting abilities. Despite being known as a good putter, Rory missed key short putts during the tournament, revealing a small glitch in his game under pressure. However, the real concern now is his golf swing, which has evolved since his previous major wins. Even Rory himself acknowledges that his technique is not what it used to be, expressing a desire for a complete reboot to break through the current obstacles he faces on the course. In terms of technical changes, observers have…

The women’s field for the 2024 Olympics in Paris has been confirmed, with 60 of the world’s best players from 33 nations set to compete. The qualifying criteria was based on world rankings, with the top 15 players after the Sahalee Country Club Major earning a spot, with no more than four players from any country. The rest of the selections were made based on rankings, with no more than two players per nation if they didn’t already have two or more players in the top 15. Leading the US team is World No.1 Nelly Korda, who secured her place…

The Middle Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors recently opened bids for the Country Club of the Poconos, attracting bids from Ryan Schmidt of Rise Select, Amit Patel of AMBE Hotels W Falls LLC, Sebastian Rametta of OPUS Partners LLC, and La Chiesa LLC. Rise Select emerged as the clear winner with the highest bid of $1 million plus a buyer’s premium of $100,000, making the total purchase price $1.1 million. Prior to unsealing the bids on June 13, Board of Supervisors Chairperson Annette Atkinson expressed gratitude for the economic development that the area has been attracting, stating that it was…

Regional qualifying for the 152nd Open at Royal Troon recently took place at 15 UK venues, with 100 spots in the final qualifying round up for grabs. Some notable names who made it through include two-time DP World Tour winner Robert Rock, who retired from professional golf 18 months earlier but impressed at the US Open and now has another chance to qualify for a Major. Other familiar names who advanced to final qualifying include Challenge Tour professional Jack Floydd, Englishman Sam Forgan, and Jonathan Thomson, who finished T53 at the 2021 Open. South African former World No.42 Justin Harding…