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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…
The top golf courses in Minnesota for 2024/2025 have been identified by GOLF’s expert panelists as part of the rigorous ratings process for the newly released Top 100 Courses in the U.S. and Top 100 Courses You Can Play rankings. These rankings highlight the best golf courses in every state, allowing golf enthusiasts to plan their future trips. Whether you’re looking for Top 100 public courses, best munis, best short courses, best par-3s, or more, GOLF’s new Course Finder tool can assist you in creating the perfect itinerary for your next golfing adventure. Interlachen in Edina, Minnesota, has been recognized…
GOLF’s Course Raters recently released their newest rankings of the top golf courses in the United States and the top golf courses you can play, as part of their comprehensive ratings process. Their expert panelists identified the best golf courses in every state, including Michigan. The rankings are available for browsing on GOLF’s website, and they have also introduced a new Course Finder tool to help golfers create their own trip itineraries based on their preferences. In Michigan, some of the top golf courses that made it to the list include Oakland Hills – South in Bloomfield Hills, Crystal Downs…
Massachusetts is home to some of the best golf courses in the country, with the state boasting a rich history of golfing and a diverse range of courses that cater to golfers of all skill levels. As part of GOLF’s recent rankings of the top 100 courses in the U.S. and the top 100 courses you can play, their expert panelists identified the best golf courses in every state. These rankings are now available for golfers to explore and plan their future golf trips using GOLF’s new Course Finder tool, which allows users to filter courses based on criteria such…
Fred Couples recently commented on the LIV vs. PGA Tour showdown featuring Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Brooks Koepka. Couples needed a reminder to tune in to the event, as he had forgotten it was on. Despite his initial skepticism of LIV, Couples admitted to enjoying watching the players compete in the unique format. He expressed admiration for the talent and performance of all four players involved in the showdown. Couples, a veteran of exhibition golf events like the Skins Game, is no stranger to putting on a show for fans. He earned the nickname “Mr. Skins” for…
The PGA of America announced the appointment of Derek Sprague as its next chief executive officer. Sprague, who currently serves as the general manager of TPC Sawgrass, will succeed Seth Waugh. Sprague has been credited with delivering a significant increase in revenue and improvements since taking on his role at TPC Sawgrass in 2017. Prior to this position, he was the president of the PGA of America from 2014-2016, where he played a key role in initiatives such as the PGA Junior League and the establishment of the Ryder Cup task force. During his tenure at TPC Sawgrass, Sprague played…
Fred Couples, a seasoned professional golfer with numerous PGA Tour and PGA Tour Champions starts under his belt, is set to embark on a new challenge this weekend at the PNC Championship. This tournament is known for its unique format, where 20 golf legends partner up with their family members for a two-day best-ball event. Couples will be playing alongside his stepson, Hunter Hanneman, marking a special first for the 65-year-old golfer. Hunter, who took up golf at the age of 10, has quickly developed his game and will bring his skills to the competition with Couples at the Ritz-Carlton…
Cleeks Golf Club, led by captain Martin Kaymer, has recently announced the signing of Danish professional golfer Frederik Kjettrup as the fourth and final player for the team’s 2025 season. Kjettrup, a former Florida State University graduate, has had a remarkable start to his professional career, winning three out of his first eight tournaments, including victories in his first two appearances. Despite narrowly missing the cut at the 2024 US Open, Kjettrup has earned conditional status on the Korn Ferry Tour and full status on the PGA Tour Americas. He has now decided to join the LIV Golf League alongside…
The Peter Cowen Academy at Emirates Golf Club has recently undergone a complete refurbishment, unveiling state-of-the-art facilities that set a new standard for golf instruction in the Middle East. This transformation combines advanced technology with expert coaching to create an enhanced learning environment for golfers of all skill levels. Emirates Golf Club has long been known as one of the most prestigious golf facilities in the world, attracting golf enthusiasts eager to play on its iconic Majlis course, which hosts the DP World Tour’s Hero Dubai Desert Classic. The addition of the renewed Peter Cowen Academy further solidifies Emirates Golf…