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Nicklaus Design, a prestigious golf course design company, has recently begun construction on an 18-hole course at Jack’s Bay Club in Eleuthera, The Bahamas. This luxurious resort club and community already boasts a 10-hole short course called Playground, designed by Tiger Woods’ TGR Design firm, making the upcoming Nicklaus Design course the full-size counterpart to Woods’ creation. Scheduled to open in 2025, the new course will be branded as the first Jack Nicklaus Heritage course and will be the only Nicklaus-branded community in the Bahamas. Although Jack Nicklaus himself is not directly involved in the project, Chad Goetz, a senior…

Lexi Thompson, a former major champion, missed the cut at the ANA Inspiration after struggling with scores of 78-74. This performance continues a trend of poor play at majors, with Thompson averaging 74.4 over her last seven starts. Despite her past success at majors, including multiple runner-up finishes, Thompson has struggled to contend in recent years. Thompson’s best results at majors include losing a five-shot lead at the 2021 U.S. Women’s Open and surrendering a lead at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Since then, Thompson has only made one major cut at the Women’s PGA last year. Her inconsistent play…

Former No. 1 ranked amateur golfer Morgan Hoffmann’s journey back to professional golf after being diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder in 2016 is nothing short of remarkable. Followed by years of struggle and unsatisfying medical treatments, Hoffmann and his wife embarked on a journey to Costa Rica to partake in alternative approaches to improve his health. After returning to the PGA Tour on a major medical exemption in 2022, Hoffmann is now playing some events on the Korn Ferry Tour and is making waves with his performance at the Lecom Suncoast Classic in Florida. In his fifth start of…

Nelly Korda has been dominating the par-5 scoring on the LPGA tour, averaging 4.33 strokes on par 5s during her recent four-win streak. This puts her slightly ahead of men’s World No. 1 and Masters champion Scottie Scheffler’s average of 4.35 on the PGA Tour. Korda has been capitalizing on the opportunities presented by par 5s, as seen in her strong performance during the major Chevron Championship. Throughout her win streak and the Chevron Championship, Korda has been outstanding on par 5s, with a total of 43 under par. This accounts for nearly all of her overall 47-under total during…

Collin Morikawa, a two-time major champion, surprised many with a T-3 finish at the Masters after struggling earlier in the season. Despite his recent struggles, he has shown a resurgence in form at the RBC Heritage tournament with a tie for the lead heading into the weekend. Morikawa credited a swing change he discovered before the Masters for his improved performance, coupled with a switch to a mallet putter that has reflected in his overall game. At Harbour Town, Morikawa has only made a single bogey in 36 holes and is currently tied for the lead with Tom Hoge and…

The RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head, S.C., is a unique event on the PGA Tour due to the distinct design of the course. Designed by Pete Dye, the course features railroad ties and visual deception that adds challenge to shots off the tee and into the green. At just 7,099 yards with small greens, the course favors ball-strikers over bombers, making it an interesting venue for golf fans. The recent winner of the RBC Heritage was Scottie Scheffler, who dominated the field with a comfortable lead. The tournament is known for attracting top-ranked players on…

The TaylorMade P·770 and P·790 Copper irons are designed for golfers who appreciate the vintage look of clubs but also want to benefit from modern technologies. These irons feature a hollow-bodied design with 8620 carbon steel chassis, forged 4140 steel face, and vibration-dampening foam. The Copper Collection pays homage to TaylorMade’s 1980s offerings, with retro styling and details that set them apart from the standard versions of the P·770 and P·790. Like many golf footwear makers have done with popular shoes, TaylorMade has taken a similar approach with the release of the Copper Collection. The P·770 Copper and P·790 Copper…

American golfer Lauren Coughlin is off to a strong start at the Chevron Championship in Texas, shooting an opening 66 to take the first-round lead for just the second time in her career. She went bogey-free with three birdies on the front nine and three on the back nine, hitting 14 of 18 greens and recording 10 one-putts. With her husband, John Pond, as her caddie, Coughlin focused on not being too aggressive and taking what the course gave her, leading to her successful round. Coughlin, who is making her 11th appearance in an LPGA Tour major championship, has struggled…

Keith Mitchell, the Best Dressed golfer of 2024 according to Golf Digest, has made a name for himself with his stylish presence on the course. Known for his subtle elegance and intentional fashion choices, Mitchell’s unique style stands out among the loud and trendy looks of his peers. With a win under his belt and a solid cuts-made percentage, Mitchell’s fashion sense has garnered attention despite limited television exposure. In a recent interview with Marty Hackel, former fashion director at Golf Digest, Mitchell shares his thoughts on golf fashion and style. Mitchell believes that men’s golf fashion on tour is…

A luxury golfing company backed by Justin Timberlake has announced plans to open an 18-hole course just eight miles northwest of downtown Nashville. The company, The Farm Nashville, which is affiliated with 8AM Golf, recently purchased approximately 112 acres of land for $7.5 million, bringing their total acreage in the Whites Creek neighborhood to about 475 acres. This latest acquisition is part of a series of land deals by the company, which also purchased 363 acres in 2022 for $22.5 million. According to the company’s website, 8AM Golf is developing an 18-hole private course called Bounty Club on the 363…

Omni La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, California has announced the full reopening of its Championship Course, now known as the North Course, on June 1. The course underwent a major renovation by architectural team Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner, with changes including a new drivable par-4 11th hole, a repositioned green on the par-3 16th, and an extended par-5 18th hole. The layout will host the NCAA Division I Women’s and Men’s Championships in 2025 and 2026. The North Course now features six sets of tees ranging from 4,500 to 7,500 yards, with other renovations including transitioning irrigation…

The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, located in South Carolina, is set to host another major golf tournament in 2031. This prestigious venue was the site of Phil Mickelson’s historic PGA Championship victory in 2021, where he became the oldest player to win a men’s major. The PGA of America also announced that the 2029 Girls and Boys Junior PGA Championships will be held at the Ocean Course, further solidifying its reputation as a top-notch golf destination. The 113th PGA Championship in 2031 will mark the third time the Wanamaker Trophy is contested at the Ocean Course. Previously,…