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Fred Couples was spotted with an unusual golf bag setup, featuring six woods during a pre-tournament session at the PNC Championship. The exchange between Couples and Tiger Woods, who noticed the unique setup, led to some banter between the players. Couples explained that his decision to switch to woods was due to his ongoing battle with back ailments and trouble with irons, particularly at the Masters tournament earlier in the year. He mentioned that he struggled with swinging and could have benefitted from having more woods in his bag during that event. After his experience at the Masters, Couples had…
As the year comes to a close, professional golfers are starting to test out new equipment for the upcoming season. In December, players like Nelly Korda, Rory McIlroy, and even Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie, have been seen testing out new drivers. One particular driver that has been making waves is the TaylorMade Qi35, which has been spotted in the bags of multiple players on the tour. Charlie Woods, who has been making a name for himself on the junior circuit, was seen using the TaylorMade Qi35 driver during a warm-up session with his father, Tiger, ahead of the PNC Championship.…
The PNC Championship is a family-friendly event where well-known golfers can play alongside their loved ones. Tiger Woods, a 15-time Major winner, is fully embracing this aspect of the tournament by playing alongside his son Charlie and having his daughter Sam as his caddie for the second year in a row. Sam has been a familiar figure at Woods’ events through the years, including his 2019 Masters win and the 2022 PNC Championship. Last year, she stepped up to take on caddying duties for her father as he looked for a full-time replacement following his split from Joe LaCava. By…
Xander Schauffele is a two-time major champ who recently met with Golf.com for an episode of ‘Warming Up’ at Dutchman’s Pipe, a private club in West Palm Beach, Florida. During this interview, he shared insights into his pre-tournament routine, shot shapes, and mindset when contending and winning. Schauffele revealed that he likes to watch coverage before a round to gain an edge, be playful with shot shapes in his warmup, and believes there is a real difference between contending and winning. Schauffele also discussed how he leans on his talented neighbors in south Florida for training, the challenges of playing…
Tiger Woods recently provided an update on his recovery progress as he prepares to compete in the PNC Championship alongside his son, Charlie. This event marks Woods’ return to the golfing scene after undergoing his sixth back surgery in September. While it is a positive step for the 15-time Major winner, he acknowledges that he is still not ready to play regular golf due to ongoing issues with his back. Despite this, Woods expressed his excitement about participating in the family-oriented event, which allows the use of carts and takes place over just two days. The latest surgery involved removing…
If you’re looking for the perfect golf gift for the traveler in your life, you can’t go wrong with the Club Glove College Traveler Golf Travel Bag. This premium collapsible bag is designed to fit most stand or carry bags, making it a convenient and durable option for transporting golf equipment. Made with water-resistant 1000 denier nylon fabric, the bag features Club Glove’s signature high impact wheelbase and rugged wheels for smooth and quiet transport. With premium YKK zippers and ITW Nexus Buckles, this bag is built to last and protect golf clubs during travel. The College Traveler also includes…
The 2024 PNC Championship kicked off with Tiger and Charlie Woods playing in Round 1 on Saturday morning at the Ritz-Carlton GC in Orlando, Florida. This event features twenty teams made up of PGA Tour and LPGA stars and legends, each paired with a family member as their playing partner. Tiger Woods, making his first televised start in months, once again played alongside his son Charlie in this annual tradition. The opening round featured a scramble format, with Team Woods teeing off in the second-to-last grouping at 10:44 a.m. ET, just before TV coverage began. TV coverage of the 2024…
As the year 2024 comes to a close, players in various golf circuits are competing to secure their status. In the Ladies European Tour, 24 players have now earned their memberships through Q-School, which was held at Al Maaden Golf Marrakech. The top 20 and ties were able to secure a card, and Ecuadorian golfer Daniela Darquea emerged as the leader with a 24-under total, securing a one-stroke victory over Wales’ Darcey Harry. Darquea expressed her happiness and pride in achieving her goal at Q-School, highlighting the fun she had during the competition. Among the players who qualified for the…
The PNC Championship is a beloved event in the golf community that showcases parent-child moments on the course. This year, Tiger and Charlie Woods played in separate pro-am groups, but the excitement for their partnership was palpable. High school teammates and sons of PGA Tour players, Luke Leonard and Charlie Woods, teamed up for the event, adding to the family dynamics on the course. The event is a heartwarming display of golf talent and family bonds. Tiger Woods showed his competitive spirit and focus on the course during the PNC Championship. Walking the entire round and hitting every shot, Tiger…
The highly-anticipated PNC Championship is set to take place on December 21-22, 2024, at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Florida, USA. This invitational tournament features family pairs, with the professional player having won a Major or the Players Championship and their family member not being a professional tour golfer. The field is limited to 20 teams, and spectators can expect to see some of the game’s greats in rare competitive action. Tiger Woods will be partnering his son Charlie for the fifth consecutive year, aiming to secure their first victory in the event. In addition to Woods, other legends such…
Missouri is home to some of the best golf courses in the United States, according to GOLF’s newly released rankings. These rankings were determined by a panel of over 100 expert raters who identified the top courses in every state. For those looking to plan a golf trip in the future, GOLF’s Course Finder tool can help create the perfect itinerary by filtering courses based on various criteria such as price and course type. In addition to the state rankings, GOLF also offers rankings for the top courses in the world, the top public courses, and more. Among the top…
In December 2024, GOLF released its Top 100 Courses in the U.S. and Top 100 Courses You Can Play rankings, with its panel of 100-plus expert course raters identifying the best golf courses in every state. Golf enthusiasts can access all the course rankings on the GOLF website or use the new Course Finder tool to plan future trips. The tool allows users to toggle between various lists, such as Top 100 public courses, best munis, best short courses, best par-3s, and more, as well as filter by price to create a customized itinerary. One of the top golf courses…