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Golf history enthusiasts will be transported back to the early days of the sport with a visit to the Pinehurst resort. Originally developed by James Walker Tufts as a wellness retreat, the Pinehurst resort is now famous for its challenging golf courses. This week, the world’s best golfers will compete for the national championship title at Pinehurst, providing a true test of confidence and skill unlike many recent tournaments. One of the key features of the Pinehurst resort is the detailed design work of Donald Ross, whose courses test every element of a player’s game. Past U.S. Open champions at…

The Olympics are almost here and this year’s golf competition will be held at Le Golf National in Paris, the same venue that hosted the 2018 Ryder Cup. The men’s competition will take place from August 1-4, followed by the women’s competition from August 7-10. This will be the third consecutive Olympic Games to include golf after its return to the schedule in Rio de Janeiro in 2016. The qualifying criteria for the Olympics ensures representation from around the world, with just 60 players earning a spot based on the official International Golf Federation world ranking list as of June…

In a thrilling finish at a tournament that featured tense battles down the stretch, Scottie Scheffler emerged as the champion with a nerveless up and down from the back of the 18th green to secure a one-stroke victory. His fist pump after holing from inside five feet showcased the pressure he had been under, as he became the fastest player to five wins in a season since Tom Watson in 1980. Scheffler described the moment as “pretty surreal” as he shook hands with tournament host Jack Nicklaus at Muirfield Village, emphasizing the difficulty of closing out the win on a…

Ireland’s Padraig Harrington is set to be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame, marking a significant milestone in his accomplished career as a professional golfer. Harrington, known for his three major championship victories, including back-to-back wins in the British Open in 2007 and 2008, has had a long and prosperous career. With 39 worldwide victories, including 15 on the DP World Tour and six on the PGA Tour, Harrington has left an indelible mark on the world of golf. Harrington’s journey in golf began at a young age, growing up at Stackstown Golf Club in South County Dublin.…

In 2023, Ping unveiled a new line of putters without a specific branding, simply calling them the “New Ping Putters.” The line was later expanded in May 2024 with the addition of six new models, making it a standout in the market. Unlike other putter lines that typically feature a uniform design or new technology across all models, each putter in the “New Ping Putters” line was uniquely developed, giving golfers a range of options to choose from. For example, the 2024 Ping Anser D putter offers a modern twist on the classic Anser design by incorporating a deeper profile…

Nasa Hataoka faced disqualification during the first round of the ShopRite LPGA Classic after her golf ball was found after the three-minute time limit had expired. She hit her ball into the fescue of the 9th hole during her great round. The LPGA Tour released a statement addressing the disqualification, stating that Hataoka’s ball was found after the search time had expired, leading to a violation of the Rules of Golf. The Rules required Hataoka to proceed under stroke and distance after her ball was lost, but she did not play from where she had previously played from, resulting in…

Edoardo Molinari, a vice captain for the European team in the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, discussed the eligibility of European stars Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton to participate in the event. Both players joined LIV Golf earlier this year, leaving their Ryder Cup futures uncertain. Molinari explained that as long as Rahm and Hatton remain European Tour members and play a minimum of four DP World Tour events per year, they will still be eligible for the Ryder Cup. He emphasized the importance of remaining members and expressed confidence that both players, especially Rahm and Hatton, will do…

In a surprising turn of events during the first round of the ShopRite LPGA Classic, Nasa Hataoka was disqualified after her golf ball was found after the three-minute time limit had expired. Hataoka, who was having a great round, hit her ball into the fescue of the 9th hole, her 18th hole of the day. The LPGA Tour released a statement explaining the reasons behind the disqualification. The statement outlined that according to the rules, Hataoka’s ball was considered lost after the search time expired, and she did not proceed under stroke and distance as required. Instead, she played from…