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The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship is a prestigious golf event with the top female players in the world competing for victory. In the 2024 edition of the tournament, held at Sahalee Country Club in Sammamish, Washington, several players were looking to secure their spots for the upcoming Paris event. Nelly Korda and Lilia Vu were able to clinch their spots, while Rose Zhang, ranked No. 9 in the Rolex Rankings, also advanced to the weekend and is likely to be heading to Paris as well. However, for other players like Lexi Thompson, Ally Ewing, and Alison Corpuz, the pressure was…

The grand opening of the Cleophus and Charles Hudson Clubhouse at the Links at Pine Hill Golf Course in South Memphis marked a historic day for the Black golf community. The clubhouse was named after Cleophus and Charles Hudson, two influential figures in Memphis golf history. Charles Hudson, the first Black golf pro at Pine Hill, credited his family’s accomplishments and community involvement for the honor of having the clubhouse named after them. The dedication event also featured a 9-hole scramble on the recently renovated course to raise money and draw attention to the historic occasion. Charles Hudson, who started…

The Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands has a reputation for producing low scores, and Cameron Young took full advantage of the favorable conditions to shoot an impressive 59. Young’s hot start included birdies on his first two holes, an eagle on the third, and a birdie on the fourth. As the round progressed, it became clear that Young was on pace to do something special. Young’s father, David Young, who was a golf professional at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club, followed his son’s round wearing a Sleepy Hollow polo shirt and hat. David expressed his joy and relief at seeing…

Cameron Young made headlines at the Travelers Championship by shooting an 11-under 59, taking full advantage of the soft morning greens at TPC River Highlands. The round marked his first sub-60 round on the PGA Tour and only the 13th occurrence in Tour history. Young’s impressive performance was fueled by some new and unreleased equipment, including the Titleist GT driver and GT fairway wood. Additionally, he used a new Scotty Cameron Phantom 5.5 Tour putter to navigate the tricky greens with precision. Despite the familiar setting of TPC River Highlands, the course seems to bring out the best in players…

Wesley Bryan, a one-time PGA Tour winner, recently made a putt from 144 yards out that has caught the attention of many in the golf community. Shared on social media accounts by Bryan and his brother, George, the putt is being hailed as potentially the longest-ever made. In the video, Bryan can be seen taking a full swing with his putter, sending the ball rolling about 25 feet left to right before dropping into the hole. The impressive putt took about 14 seconds to make its way from the fairway to the hole, and the celebration that followed was definitely…

Cameron Young’s historic performance at the Travelers Championship made waves in the golf world as he became the second player to break 60 at TPC River Highlands. The tournament was already shaping up to be a shootout, with the previous year’s record of 23 under in jeopardy after 36 holes. Young’s round of 11-under 59 tied Tom Kim’s 36-hole lead before the leaders even teed off for their third round. Despite hitting just six fairways, Young’s masterful performance included seven birdies and two eagles to secure his spot in history. Young’s round of 59 marked the 13th time a player…

The upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris will feature the best golfers from around the world, including a team of four representing the United States. Despite the politics within the game of golf, the selection of the American team does not involve the International Olympic Committee or the International Golf Federation. The top four Americans in the Official World Golf Rankings will compete in the Games, which means U.S. Open winner Bryson DeChambeau will not be part of the team. Instead, the team will consist of Scottie Scheffler, Patrick Cantlay, defending gold medalist Xander Schauffele, and 2023 U.S. Open champion Wyndham…

A proper club fitting is essential for golfers to improve their game. However, finding the right driver shaft can be a challenging task. In a recent episode of GOLF’s Fully Equipped podcast, Jonathan Wall and Kris McCormack interviewed Alex Dee, a veteran golf shaft designer and co-founder of Aretera Golf. Dee discussed the two new Aretera Alpha One profiles and explained what sets them apart. The Alpha One series consists of two profiles, the blue and the gray, with the gray having a 10% stiffer tip section. This differentiation simplifies the fitting process and helps golfers understand the impact of…