I went to golf equipment school for five days. Here's what I learned on that journey, and what I think about clubs now.

Alright, fellow duffers, let’s talk golf balls. Specifically, the new Bridgestone Tour B X 2026. Bridgestone has a reputation for solid, no-nonsense golf balls, but frankly, they’ve often felt a step behind the conversation when compared to the big dog in the space. However, with Tiger and Jason Day bagging their balls, and the introduction of this new “VeloSurge” technology, my ears perked up. I grabbed a sleeve, fired up the Foresight GC3, and hit the course to see if this was marketing fluff or a legitimate step forward. First off, Bridgestone isn’t shy about who this ball is for:…

Scott O’Neil’s Charm Offensive Signals a Maturing LIV Golf—And Smart Negotiating After 35 years covering professional golf, I’ve learned to read the room before the room reads itself. And right now, Scott O’Neil is reading it brilliantly. What happened in Adelaide this week wasn’t just a CEO expressing gratitude for Official World Golf Ranking points allocation. It was a calculated recalibration—one that tells us LIV Golf has moved past the scorched-earth phase and into something far more interesting: strategic patience. The Softening Was Strategic, Not Desperate Let me be clear about what we’re witnessing. Just weeks ago, LIV Golf released…

Desert Heat and Desert Doubts: What Scottie’s Return to Phoenix Really Tells Us About the Modern PGA Tour Look, I’ve been around this tour long enough to know that the Phoenix Open isn’t just another stop on the schedule. It’s where the desert gets honest with you—both literally and figuratively. And this year, with Scottie Scheffler returning as the three-time defending Player of the Year to a course where he launched his career four years ago, we’re about to see a lot more than just golf. We’re going to see where the sport actually stands in 2026. Here’s what strikes…

The Shot That Reminds Us Why Bryson DeChambeau Is Impossible to Count Out In 35 years of covering professional golf, I’ve learned that the most revealing moments often happen when things go wrong. Not catastrophically wrong—just wrong enough to expose something true about a player’s character. That’s exactly what happened on Wednesday at the Grange Golf Club in Adelaide when Bryson DeChambeau completely topped a drive, then somehow turned it into a birdie. Here’s the thing about that shot that most casual observers are missing: it tells you everything you need to know about why DeChambeau remains one of the…

Hello, Daily Duffer readers! Sarah Chen here, and I’m excited to share some insights with you today on a topic that often sparks lively debate on the range: iron selection, specifically the allure of blades. As a PGA-certified instructor with over 15 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand the impact the right (or wrong) equipment can have on a golfer’s game, whether you’re a burgeoning pro or just stepping onto the course. There’s a common misconception whispered on practice greens that if you’re serious about your game, you *must* play blades. This idea usually comes with the well-intentioned, but often…

Bryson DeChambeau grabbed a share of the lead at 2026 LIV Golf Adelaide, but only after he completely topped a drive in a shocking moment.

Justin Rose is riding high, fresh off a dominant seven-stroke victory at the Farmers Insurance Open. The man is clearly in form, and what’s really caught my eye, and probably yours too, is the mention of his driving distance in 2026 averaging a stout 308.7 yards. That’s a significant jump from last year, and a full ten yards more than when he captured his lone major in 2013. Natural aging process? Not for Rose, apparently. What’s truly fascinating is his own explanation for this newfound pop: a subtle grip change. As the Equipment Editor for The Daily Duffer, I’ve heard…

Rory’s Return and the Scheffler Conundrum: What Pebble Beach Really Tells Us About 2026 After 35 years covering professional golf, I’ve learned that timing in this game reveals everything—and this week’s AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is practically screaming a narrative that goes far deeper than the typical “defending champ returns” storyline. Rory McIlroy is back after skipping four events to start his season, and yes, he won here last year. But what strikes me most is not that he’s favored at +1400 odds, trailing only Scottie Scheffler’s otherworldly +300. What strikes me is the why behind his absence and what…

The desert wind, often a gentle whisper, can become a formidable foe on the best courses carved from arid landscapes. Last week, it was a swirling, psychological gauntlet for the pros at the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship. As Freddy Schott wrestled his way to his maiden DP World Tour title, my mind wasn’t just on the dramatic playoff, but on the canvas upon which this high-stakes drama unfolded. While the source article is light on architectural details, the sheer pressure described hints at a course that demands precision and strategic thought, a true testament to its bones. Bahrain, often seen…