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Golfers at the Torrey Pines municipal golf courses in San Diego are currently facing challenges due to the rough growing season as the site prepares to host the PGA Tour’s Farmers Insurance Open in late January. Searching for balls in the unmowed areas has become a frustrating part of their rounds. The members of the Torrey Pines Men’s Club are not happy about potentially having their golf ball distances limited by new rules, as they feel that elite tour players hitting the ball too far are the real issue. The USGA and R&A have announced changes to the Overall Distance…
Professional golfer Jon Rahm has been the topic of heated speculation in the golf world recently, with rumors swirling that he may be leaving for the controversial LIV Golf league. While nothing has been officially confirmed, reports from social media handles linked to LIV have suggested that a deal between Rahm and the league is a done deal. Rahm himself has not addressed the speculation yet. Despite previously stating that he would never consider joining LIV Golf, recent developments suggest that Rahm’s stance might be changing. Sources have indicated that family members and friends, as well as influential figures like…
Tiger Woods recently completed his latest comeback at the Hero World Challenge, finishing even par for 72 holes. This marked his first tournament since undergoing fusion surgery on his right ankle. Despite finishing 18th in the 20-man event, Woods expressed his excitement and satisfaction with his performance. Woods highlighted his ability to play without incident or reinjury to his right leg, a significant step forward in his recovery process. He made 19 birdies throughout the week but was disappointed with the 15 bogeys and two double bogeys he incurred. He attributed his success to his improved driving ability, showcasing his…
The USGA and R&A are expected to announce a rule change to roll back distance in golf for all players, not just elite professionals. This change would make nearly every popular golf ball non-conforming and involves increasing the swing speed at which golf balls are tested from 120 mph to 125 mph. The distance limit will remain at 317 yards, but balls will have to be made to stay within that standard. After three years of discussion with equipment manufacturers and other stakeholders, the ruling bodies have decided to implement a distance rollback. Initially proposed for elite professional golfers only,…
Tiger Woods has taken on a key leadership role in the PGA Tour during a turbulent period in the professional game by helping to orchestrate a response to the insurgent LIV Golf League. He is exerting his power as the driving force behind the tour, something he has been doing for years, albeit behind the scenes. Woods, who dominates the sports landscape like Arnold Palmer did, has assumed a more active leadership position as he sits on the PGA Tour Policy Board. Despite recovering from ankle fusion surgery, Woods has been actively involved in negotiations pertaining to the future of…
Luke Donald has been announced as the European Ryder Cup captain for the 2025 tournament at Bethpage Black, following his successful campaign at Marco Simone. This decision is unique as no captain has served two consecutive cups for either team since Bernard Gallacher in the 1990s. The only other returning captains since then were Tom Watson in 2014 and Davis Love III in 2012 and 2016, highlighting the rarity of such appointments in the Ryder Cup history. The decision to bring back Donald as captain was a smart and strategic move for Europe. Winning a Ryder Cup on the road…
Tiger Woods, a legendary golfer, is facing the inevitable cycle of aging and decline that all humans experience in their lifetime. Despite the passage of time, Tiger has managed to remain competitive in the sport, showing flashes of his former greatness despite his physical limitations. His return to the Hero World Challenge has sparked interest and anticipation among fans who hope to witness a return to glory. The uncertainty surrounding his future in the sport adds to the dramatic narrative of his career, leaving fans in a state of melancholy and desperation. As Tiger contemplates his future in golf, the…
Tiger Woods recently spoke at a press conference, shedding some light on the PGA Tour’s negotiations with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. While Woods remained vague, he did mention that the negotiations are progressing positively. Woods expressed frustration with the slow pace at which developments are being made but assured that all parties are actively working towards a deal that benefits everyone involved in the PGA Tour. Woods hinted at the possibility of a team component being added to the PGA Tour, which is a central element of LIV Golf. He emphasized the importance of implementing governance and ensuring that…
In the world of golf, one of the most contentious issues currently being debated is the distance that leading players can propel balls with modern equipment. The R&A and the USGA, two key regulatory bodies in golf, are in agreement that this issue needs to be addressed for the future of the sport. CEO Martin Slumbers of the R&A has stated that the ball is going further than it did 15 years ago and that action must be taken to prevent the game from being negatively impacted. The ruling bodies proposed a Model Local Rule earlier this year to address…
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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…