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Former Ryder Cup stars Ian Poulter and Graeme McDowell are set to showcase their skills at the International Series England, an Asian Tour event taking place at Foxhills Club & Resort in Surrey from August 8-11. Poulter, who finished runner-up in last year’s edition, expressed his excitement about playing in front of home crowds and friends. McDowell, the 2010 US Open champion, will also be in the lineup alongside other LIV Golf players such as Harold Varner III, Anirban Lahiri, and Branden Grace. Poulter, who is the co-captain of Majesticks GC, has never played at Foxhills before and is looking…

France emerged victorious in the biennial International Match against England at Moortown Golf Club in West Yorkshire, securing a 13.5-10.5 win. After leading 7-5 on day one, the visitors maintained their two-point advantage through the morning foursomes on Sunday. In the afternoon singles, France fought back to win five out of the eight matches, showcasing some great golfing skills in the process. During the morning foursomes, England and France were evenly matched with both teams winning two matches each. Noa Auch-Roy and Hugo Le Goff were particularly impressive for France, while Dylan Shaw-Radford and Harley Smith put up a good…

When it comes to kids taking up golf, the temptation to simply cut down a set of adult clubs may seem like a cost-effective and efficient solution. However, veteran club designer Tom Wishon emphasizes that this approach can result in clubs that are too heavy, too stiff, with the wrong loft, lie, and length. Instead, it is crucial to ensure that kids have clubs that are properly fitted to their size and skill level, just as Tiger Woods’ father, Earl Woods, did for his son. By starting with clubs that are the correct length and weight, kids can develop a…

Rhone, a well-known golf brand, has recently expanded into a new market with the introduction of a lifestyle and sportswear collection curated specifically for women. This collection, named “Course to Court,” includes six silhouettes in six different color options that embrace minimal, elevated basics suited for those in constant motion. Inspired by the Rhone River, the collection features earthy tones and neutral designs that don’t sacrifice style. The statement piece of the collection is the Course to Court Sport Dress, which is a slim-fitted, A-line active dress with built-in shorts for support and coverage. Made with smooth, four-way stretch technology,…

The question of how hard to swing with your driver on the golf course is a common one among both amateur and professional golfers. To answer this question, the author decided to analyze the Power Percentage of various PGA Tour players during the 2022-23 season. Power Percentage measures the difference between a player’s fastest recorded ball speed and their average recorded ball speed, indicating how close they are to their maximum speed. The top players on tour in terms of Power Percentage include elite ball-strikers like Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele, and Victor Hovland. These players consistently achieve high…

Louisville was abuzz with excitement as Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1 golfer, welcomed his first child with his wife Meredith. Their son, Bennett, was born after Scheffler had just won the Masters and RBC Heritage back-to-back in April. After his victories, Scheffler returned home to Dallas to await the birth of his child, shutting down his golfing activities temporarily. Despite the pending birth, Scheffler made an appearance at Valhalla Golf Club on Monday as the PGA Championship week kicked off. He was seen chatting with fellow golfer Jon Rahm, who is also a father to two young sons with…

Jimmy Dunne, a Wall Street dealmaker, recently resigned from the PGA Tour’s Policy Board after feeling marginalized and not consulted on important decisions. Dunne’s resignation came after the Tour’s controversial deal with the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund last summer, which he helped architect. The deal was met with backlash from players and was shrouded in secrecy for almost a year. Dunne joined the Policy Board in January 2023 at the request of Commissioner Jay Monahan. However, six months later, the Tour announced a Framework Agreement with the Saudis, who have been funding the LIV Golf circuit. Dunne was involved…

Capital City Country Club, located in Tallahassee, Florida, recently suffered significant damage due to severe storms that ravaged the area. The club’s general manager, Evan Neihaus, was shocked by the extent of the destruction when he arrived at the club following the storms. The National Weather Service confirmed that at least two EF-2 tornadoes and 100-mph straight-line winds had struck Tallahassee, causing widespread damage to the club’s facilities and golf course. The historic Capital City Country Club, nestled among the pines and Spanish Oaks of the Myers Park District, has been a staple in the community for over 100 years.…