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To hit a high, spinny greenside bunker shot in golf, generating clubhead speed is crucial. However, many golfers make the mistake of using their bodies to create speed, resulting in inconsistent shots. The key to success is to accelerate the hands and arms rather than the body. Correct sequencing and adding speed where needed are essential to achieving success in bunker shots. One unique aspect of bunker shots is the clubhead coming through impact before the handle. The technique involves unhinging the wrists and throwing the clubhead underneath the ball to provide added zip and spin. Opening the clubface at…
Cypress Point Golf Course in California has recently surpassed Pine Valley in New Jersey as the No. 1 Classic Course built in the U.S. before 1960, according to Golfweek’s Best rankings. This change is based on decimal points as the top courses compete for position on various lists. In 2023, Pine Valley was No. 1 with a 9.62 average rating, while Cypress Point was No. 2 with a 9.60 average rating. This year, Cypress Point averaged 9.62, edging out Pine Valley. Golf course architect Jay Blasi, a rater advisor for Golfweek, shares his thoughts on Cypress Point and its ranking…
Building a golf course in a lava field is no easy task, as architect Phil Smith discovered when he and Tom Weiskopf took on the challenge of designing Black Desert Resort in Utah. The site had been a source of speculation and investment for years, but no golf course had been built until Smith and Weiskopf jumped at the opportunity. Despite the rugged terrain and ankle-breaking lava fields, they were determined to create a unique golfing experience that would stand out in the industry. The volcanic history of the area near Ivins, where the golf course is located, dates back…
The first full week of June 2024 was a historic one in the world of golf, as golfers gathered to pay homage to some of the greatest champions in the sport. The DP World Tour held its annual championship in Sweden, while the LPGA traveled to New Jersey for an old-school faceoff. The PGA Tour saw Scottie Scheffler maintain his dominance as he secured his fifth win of the year at the Memorial Tournament. Collin Morikawa put up a valiant fight but couldn’t break through the scar tissue of consistently losing to Scheffler. On the LPGA side, Linnea Strom delivered…
The World Golf Hall of Fame recently opened a new exhibition in Pinehurst, North Carolina, showcasing artifacts from 165 Hall of Famers. The new space, located just a few hundred yards from where the Hall held its inaugural induction ceremony in 1974, is dedicated to preserving the legacies of these legendary golfers. The Member Locker Room is a focal point of the exhibition, featuring significant artifacts from the careers and personal lives of Hall of Famers such as Tiger Woods, Annika Sorenstam, and Colin Montgomerie. The Member Locker Room provides visitors with a unique opportunity to see personal items that…
Golfweek recently released its list of the Top 200 Classic Courses in the United States that were opened before 1960. While there is typically not a lot of movement in the rankings of Classic courses, this year, there was a significant change at the top. Cypress Point in California surpassed Pine Valley in New Jersey as the No. 1 Classic Course in the U.S. Before 1960. The difference between the two courses was minimal, with Cypress Point averaging a rating of 9.62 compared to Pine Valley’s 9.60. Golfweek compiles these rankings based on the ratings given by their course-ratings panel,…
The U.S. Open is considered the most accessible major in golf, allowing anyone with a handicap index of .4 or lower to enter the national championship. This year, over 9,000 golfers tried to qualify for the U.S. Open, but only 156 men will be teeing it up at Pinehurst No. 2. These players had to earn their spots through qualifying events or exemptions for past play. The field includes PGA Tour winners, major champions, and up-and-coming players, all vying for the coveted U.S. Open title. Participants in the 2024 U.S. Open field range from experienced professionals to rookies, all with…
Golfweek’s Best 2024 list of the Top 200 Modern Courses in the United States is a highly esteemed annual ranking of courses built in or after 1960. These rankings are determined by a panel of course-raters who evaluate courses on a 10-point basis, with the top courses having an average rating above 9. The growth of golf in the Modern era of design is attributed to the mass popularization of the sport, the influence of Arnold Palmer, and the increased exposure of golf on television. Design and construction techniques for courses shifted fundamentally after 1960, with mechanized earth-moving becoming the…