Category: Golf
Lee Westwood rallies for roll back: ‘Great drivers have lost their edge’
Lee Westwood doesn’t just want the golf ball rolled back, but the driver too. Amid the governing bodies’ plans to alter the ball at all levels of the game, the Englishman also holds the driver responsible for the “premium on accuracy” becoming diminished. The R&A and USGA announced tour pros could see up to 11…
Cameron Davis, Gary Woodland, Tyler McCumber shine at Sony Open Hawaii
HONOLULU – Cam Davis didn’t envision an 8-under 62 at Waialae Country Club in his future Thursday. But he didn’t mind signing for one to take a two-stroke lead when play was suspended due to darkness with 19 players left to complete the first round of the Sony Open in Hawaii. “I think when I…
In the year ahead, this much is certain
In any language, 2024 has the promise of a drama-filled year in the world of golf. Nicolas Maeterlinck, Belga via AFP Safe to say none of us saw 2023 coming. “Turbulent” is a gentle way of describing last season. Golf at the highest level seems hellbent on cutting itself off at the knees and turning…
Inside Sentry winner Chris Kirk’s bag, including a brand new ‘AI-tech’ putter from Odyssey
Chris Kirk was the first man to win a title on the 2024 PGA Tour after securing the Sentry at Kapalua thanks to a 29 under 263. The $3,600,000 purse that Kirk took home will be as welcome as the 700 FedEx Cup points to his name thanks to his opening performance of 2024. Kirk…
McIlroy makes the early running at Dubai Invitational – Golf News
Rory McIlroy made a strong start to the defence of his Race to Dubai title as a bogey-free 62 handed him a two-shot lead after day one of the inaugural Dubai Invitational. The Northern Irishman was teeing it up for the first time since being presented with his fifth Harry Vardon Trophy at the DP…
Veteran sports, broadcasting executive Keith Pelley confirmed as MLSE president, CEO
TORONTO — Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment has confirmed Keith Pelley, a veteran sports and broadcasting executive, as its new president and CEO. Pelley, who has been CEO of golf’s European Tour Group since the summer of 2015, starts his new job on April 2. He previously served as president of Rogers Media, the Olympic…
How much does the winner bank? Here’s the Sony Open prize money
We have arrived at the first full-field event of the 2024 PGA Tour season, but what is the prize payout for the Sony Open in Hawaii? The likes of Will Zalatoris, Matt Fitzpatrick, Brian Harman, Hideki Matsuyama and Ludvig Aberg are set to tee it up at Waialae Country Club. Chris Kirk won the circuit’s…
Tiger Woods beat Riggs from Barstool in long-drive contest on his knees
The Fore Play Pod called it “the greatest moment in Fore Play history.” That moment was Tiger Woods vs. Barstool Golf, a collab between the GOAT and the popular golf influencers, a dream come true for Riggs and the boys. “We did it,” the crew said. “We finally filmed a video with Tiger Woods and…
Renewed sense of life – Global Golf Post
Gary Woodland (right), who first felt symptoms last April and underwent brain surgery in September, greets Andy North during a practice round Tuesday before the Sony Open in Hawaii. Kevin C. Cox, Getty Images To hear Gary Woodland tell his story – jolting awake in the middle of the night, shaking and practically paralyzed by…
Titleist Vokey update: SM10 wedges hit the PGA Tour ahead of commercial release
Titleist’s much-vaunted Vokey design wedges are set for their latest update, two years after the last update. The new Vokey SM10 wedges were spotted in the bags of a few professionals as the PGA Tour teed off with the Sentry at Kapalua. If you’re looking for the lowdown on the SM10 wedges, you’re out of…