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NBC Sports announced that Paul Azinger, their lead golf analyst, would be leaving the network. Azinger had been in the position since 2019, following the retirement of Johnny Miller. While opinions about Azinger’s performance varied, it seems that criticism had been growing in recent years, with a number of publicized gaffes on social media. While Azinger’s insights and work ethic were appreciated, his contract was allowed to expire without an extension. Azinger’s last broadcast with NBC was the Ryder Cup in September, and it remains unclear who will replace him in the analyst chair for future events. Golf Digest writers…

The CME Group Tour Championship concluded with a thrilling showdown between Amy Yang and Nasa Hataoka, two top LPGA players without a major title to their name. The two players had been posting impressive scores all week, and it all came down to the final round at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Fla. Yang emerged as the champion, securing her fifth career victory and a $2 million first-place prize money payout, her first win since 2019. Yang finished with a score of -27 in the final round, while Hataoka took second place with a score of -24. Atthaya Thitikul finished…

Paul Azinger has been let go as NBC Sports’ lead golf analyst, with his contract not renewed by the network. The decision came as a surprise to Azinger, who had been with NBC for five years. The move is part of a potential larger overhaul of NBC Sports’ golf coverage, with more changes possibly on the way for the Golf Channel as well. Azinger took over as the lead analyst in 2019 after the retirement of Johnny Miller, having previously worked for ABC, ESPN, and Fox Sports covering golf events. NBC Sports thanked Azinger for his insights, work ethic, and…

Tiger Woods, the 15-time major champion, has announced his return to professional golf at the Hero World Challenge later this month. The event, hosted by Woods himself and featuring a 20-man field, will take place in the Bahamas. Woods has not played competitively since withdrawing from the Masters in April and undergoing surgery on his ankle. Despite his absence from competition, Woods has been seen on the golf course recently, mostly caddying for his son, Charlie. This has fueled speculation about his potential return to pro golf. Woods also plans to compete with Charlie at the PNC Championship in December,…

Alison Lee, a 28-year-old LPGA tour professional, has been experiencing a career resurgence thanks to the unwavering support and belief of PGA Tour legend Fred Couples. The two met at a pro-am event, where Couples shared his own stories and complimented Lee’s game, leading to a newfound self-confidence in Lee. Couples began sending encouraging texts to Lee, urging her to believe in herself and her abilities. This newfound confidence has translated into success on the golf course for Lee, with her recent performances showcasing some of the best golf of her career. Over her last 10 rounds, Lee has been…

Charlie Woods, the 14-year-old son of golf legend Tiger Woods, made headlines by winning a high school state championship, a feat that his father never accomplished during his own high school years. Competing at Florida’s state championships held at Mission Inn Resort, Charlie shot a 154 (78-76) over two days, finishing T-26 in the individual standings. His score also contributed to his team, the Benjamin School, winning the Class A title with a total of 602. Despite Tiger Woods’ impressive amateur career, which included multiple U.S. Amateur and U.S. Junior Amateur victories, he never won a high school state championship.…

The global landscape of women’s professional golf is on the verge of a major change as the Ladies European Tour player body prepares to vote on a proposal to merge with the LPGA Tour. This proposal has received unanimous approval from both the LPGA and LET boards, with the vote set to take place on November 21st. If approved by 60% of the LET membership, the merger is expected to be finalized by the end of the year. During the initial three-year period of the merger, the two tours would operate independently but work jointly in oversight and revenue opportunities.…

The golf academy that once held promise and potential now sits empty, a silent reminder of what used to be. Chason Perry, the owner of the gym in Columbus, Georgia, needed help expanding his business into golf, but what followed was a string of events that led to the downfall of the academy. Scott Power, an experienced golf instructor with an impressive resume, was hired to run the golf program at Perry’s gym. Power’s credentials seemed too good to be true, and his charming personality won over both Perry and his program director, Kyle Sprague. Together, they embarked on a…