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Mini drivers are gaining popularity among both professional and recreational golfers as a versatile club that can provide an alternative to both drivers and fairway woods. Callaway’s Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 mini driver is one of the latest additions to this category, offering a combination of driver-like distance and control with the added forgiveness of a fairway wood. With a 340cc titanium head and Ai smart face technology, the Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 aims to provide optimized launch and spin conditions for golfers of all skill levels. The 340cc head of the Paradym Ai Smoke Ti 340 mini…
The 2024 U.S. Open is currently underway at Pinehurst No. 2, and it seems that most players and fans are enjoying the challenge that the course presents. Rory McIlroy, who had a strong start in round one, praised the course for its resemblance to links golf and the options it offers players. However, not everyone shares McIlroy’s sentiment, as former Open Champion Mark Calcavecchia expressed his dislike for Pinehurst No. 2 on social media. Calcavecchia took to Twitter to call Pinehurst No. 2 the most overrated course in the world. He criticized the course for its greens, lack of out…
Bryson DeChambeau, known for his unique approach to the game of golf, faced a minor setback at the 124th U.S. Open when he lost his yardage book before the first round at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club’s No. 2 Course. Despite being a player dedicated to data, DeChambeau remained unfazed and went on to shoot a 3-under 67 in the first round, tying for third place with Matthieu Pavon. He explained that losing the yardage book was a comfort issue rather than a superstition and credited his caddie for having a backup book. Fortunately, the lost book was found and…
The 15th annual outing for The Social Golfer Open Championship took place at Bletchingley Golf Club in Surrey, where over 50 golfers competed and raised money for the upcoming 2024 Cairns Cup. The event included individual Stableford competitions for men and women, as well as a yellow ball team competition. The men’s competition was closely contested, with Kent’s Sam Cooke emerging as the winner after a countback. In the women’s event, Chrissy Peacham secured a four-point victory, while The Stooges team claimed the yellow ball competition title. The partnership between The Social Golfer and The Cairns Cup has now been…
The 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 has officially begun, with the best players in the world competing for the prestigious title. The course, a historic Donald Ross design, last hosted the USGA event in 2014, when Martin Kaymer claimed victory by a large margin. To commemorate the event, several golf brands have released new apparel and equipment lines. In this article, we highlight some of our favorite items from brands like Nike, Johnnie-O, Devereux Golf, Peter Millar, and more. Among the featured products are the limited-edition Srixon USA Stand Bag, Callaway Chrome Tour Major Series golf balls, and…
The 2024 U.S. Open kicked off at Pinehurst No. 2 in North Carolina with Rory McIlroy tied for the lead after the first round. McIlroy shot a five-under 65 in the opening round, with Patrick Cantlay also matching his form. Other players hot on their trails include Ludvig Aberg and Bryson DeChambeau. Viewers can catch the second round of the U.S. Open on TV via NBC starting at 1 p.m. ET. Additionally, Peacock will provide a live simulcast of NBC’s coverage. Featured hole and group coverage can be streamed all day long on USOpen.com, the USGA App, and Peacock. To…
The putting technique “AimPoint” came under scrutiny during the first round of the U.S. Open, as a video of two players, Viktor Hovland and Max Homa, using the technique together on the green sparked controversy. Gabby Herzig of Sports Illustrated expressed her disapproval of AimPoint, citing instances from her junior golf days when other players would disrupt her line to read their putts. The video drew criticism from another golf account as well, questioning the pace of play of players using AimPoint. While opinions on AimPoint may vary, many agree that it can sometimes look silly or slow down the…
The first round of the U.S. Open saw a controversy surrounding the putting technique known as AimPoint, with Gabby Herzig of Sports Illustrated expressing her disapproval of the method. A video showing golfers Viktor Hovland and Max Homa taking their time on the green drew criticism for potentially contributing to slow play. The incident led to a social media backlash, with many commenting on the perceived absurdity of the situation. Despite the criticism, AimPoint remains a popular and effective method for many golfers, highlighting the ongoing debate within the golfing community. The debate over AimPoint centers around the perceived impact…