Best Podcast Episodes About PGA Tour
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Updated: Apr 27, 2026 – 25 episodes
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“… pressures a professional golfer could have uh the final round today for matt coming off the win last week of course won the valspar won the european tour uh as well this year and he's not only playing to win another event for himself but like his brother is in on a sponsor exemption and his brother gets a pga tour card exempt through 2028 with a victory gets into the pga championship gets into the signature events with a win it had to be a completely different level of pressure usually you're playing for yourself but now you're playing for your actual brother uh and to get watch them get it done …”
“… like it was a lot of golf ball uh but you could if you watch that replay again like you see it kind of like side spinning uh even as it comes to rest it had so much juice on it but i mean i was thinking about that that had to be one of the weirdest pressures a professional golfer could have uh the final round today for matt coming off the win last week of course won the valspar won the european tour uh as well this year and he's not only playing to win another event for himself but like his brother is in on a sponsor exemption and his brother gets a pga tour card exempt through 2028 with a victory gets into the pga championship gets into the signature events with a win it had to be a completely different level of pressure usually you're playing for yourself but now you're playing for your actual brother uh and to get watch them get it done it was freaking awesome that was one of the best possible outcomes for this tournament i know it's going to make some people upset and i that makes it even better that makes it that makes me enjoy it even more guys because that was freaking theater today well my first thought my first thought i'm sorry and i'll move on that clip you just showed …”
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Matt Fitzpatrick faced immense pressure at the Zurich Classic, not just to win for himself but to secure a PGA Tour card for his brother, Alex. The stakes were high: victory meant Alex would gain entry into major tournaments, making it a dramatic family affair. In a thrilling finish, Matt's performance showcased the unique pressures of sibling rivalry in professional sports.
“… Where does he go before the PGA in May to stay sharp? he's gonna be globetrotting god that's a great question he should make a deal that uh the tour should let him play practice rounds like you can play the tournament but you could you welcome to come to the facility yeah let him monday in exactly the same thing between the PGA and the U Open It the Sudol Open in Belgium the Austrian Alpine Open and then the KLM Open in Amsterdam. He's going to be playing continental Europe events between Mink and Shinnecock. That's a great point. I'll shout out Jason Day. I feel like I picked him over the …”
“… up. Campbell and Mike Easter all week. So shout out to him. But like, I mean, P. If you're P, is he going to the Volvo China Open next? Turkish Airlines Open? I mean, you're talking like literally geographically where did he go from here? Yes, exactly. Where does he go before the PGA in May to stay sharp? he's gonna be globetrotting god that's a great question he should make a deal that uh the tour should let him play practice rounds like you can play the tournament but you could you welcome to come to the facility yeah let him monday in exactly the same thing between the PGA and the U Open It the Sudol Open in Belgium the Austrian Alpine Open and then the KLM Open in Amsterdam. He's going to be playing continental Europe events between Mink and Shinnecock. That's a great point. I'll shout out Jason Day. I feel like I picked him over the last 12 years like four times. Like, oh, Jason Day is going to win the Masters. And today was just kind of summed up his Masters experience. I think three over. You know, he was right there. And it's just like, dude, like, you know, he looked great, but just not good, not closing the deal, man. I was laughing last night when we were talking about …”
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After a nail-biting finish, Ludwig emerged victorious over Ryan Campbell by just one stroke at the Masters. The discussion turns to Ludwig's future tournaments and strategies, highlighting the importance of staying sharp before the PGA Championship in May. As players like Jason Day struggle, Ludwig's potential for growth in artistry and shot-making becomes a focal point for upcoming events.
“… to win the game for the Reds. No, he took a four-shot lead in the final round, but it's Alex Fitzpatrick wins for the first time on the DP World Tour. He won by two shots over Chikara. He actually doubled the final hole to still win by two shots. Final round 69 was bested only by Mateo Manasero. The final round scoring average was 76.1. He was six back playing the sixth hole. Doubles 18 to win by two. Like that's how volatile the score was and how bad Shakara fell apart. Fitzpatrick birdied 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, and 17. I only caught up on this one with the highlights, but my God, DLF, …”
“… or Eugenio, Randy, it's Eugenio Suarez. And now I'm caught up on it. Yeah For our beloved Eugenio Suarez I candidly now I don know You making a think I think Neil the expert here Is it pit or pint You tell me Eugenio Chikara hit a three-run homer to win the game for the Reds. No, he took a four-shot lead in the final round, but it's Alex Fitzpatrick wins for the first time on the DP World Tour. He won by two shots over Chikara. He actually doubled the final hole to still win by two shots. Final round 69 was bested only by Mateo Manasero. The final round scoring average was 76.1. He was six back playing the sixth hole. Doubles 18 to win by two. Like that's how volatile the score was and how bad Shakara fell apart. Fitzpatrick birdied 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, and 17. I only caught up on this one with the highlights, but my God, DLF, man. I'm so in. Also, the Fitzpatrick brothers in general don't get a look for the Fedora 5 just as a unit. What are we doing? We should have phoned TC for an update on the Fedora 5 this week, but he's obviously not here. A package deal right there. Get him on the list. DLF, though, man, I thought about this the whole time. I was watching the …”
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Alex Fitzpatrick pulled off an incredible victory at the DP World Tour, winning by two shots despite doubling the final hole. His performance, including birdies on multiple holes, showcased the volatility of the course and the competition, leaving fans in awe. The DLF Golf Course's unique challenges make it a must-see for pros, pushing the boundaries of golf design.
“That's what I was going to say. That whole group, until you got to Tommy, and I mean, to be honest, like PGA Tour wins-wise, you can include Tommy. So, like, that whole group, like, a win this week would be, like, by far either a coming-out win, the biggest win of their career to date. You know, it's a very interesting group of guys to see kind of who who who can put their foot on the gas this weekend and really make a run. It could be, as DJ said last night, you know, referencing Oaks, like player winners of of of your where it's like, yeah, sometimes you …”
“That's what I was going to say. That whole group, until you got to Tommy, and I mean, to be honest, like PGA Tour wins-wise, you can include Tommy. So, like, that whole group, like, a win this week would be, like, by far either a coming-out win, the biggest win of their career to date. You know, it's a very interesting group of guys to see kind of who who who can put their foot on the gas this weekend and really make a run. It could be, as DJ said last night, you know, referencing Oaks, like player winners of of of your where it's like, yeah, sometimes you do get a Fred Funk, you know, like no offense to Lee Hodges. But, hey, I mean, I don't know, man. There seems like there's some some faster horses, you know, and then you worked out a little bit. father brian harman 64 lbh always doing stuff uh out of nowhere i've got his i just can't get over how big his putter is it's it blows me away every time …”
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Max Homa's recent golf performance has been a wild ride, marked by impressive birdies and frustrating bogeys. Despite the ups and downs, Homa is in a good headspace and committed to improving his game, which could signal a turnaround for the talented golfer. His ability to make birdies, coupled with a solid mental approach, makes him a player to watch closely.
“… to your question, I think it's important to note that there are a number of golf organizations, including ours, that makes the journey to the PGA Tour possible. There are a number of grassroots organizations. I won't name them all. I think you know what they are. I think about the field this year, and I don't know the exact numbers, but I suspect that quite a few are alumni of the American Junior Golf Association. Certainly, our collegiate system is the most direct pathway to the PGA Tour and provides the PGA Tour with the best trained and best prepared players. So I think I understand …”
“As it relates to your question, I think it's important to note that there are a number of golf organizations, including ours, that makes the journey to the PGA Tour possible. There are a number of grassroots organizations. I won't name them all. I think you know what they are. I think about the field this year, and I don't know the exact numbers, but I suspect that quite a few are alumni of the American Junior Golf Association. Certainly, our collegiate system is the most direct pathway to the PGA Tour and provides the PGA Tour with the best trained and best prepared players. So I think I understand Brian's comment, I suppose, or his perspective, but I think we need to really look at the entire ecosystem to get a full perspective of that issue. And I also think it points out that when we talk about collaboration, that what we should be talking about and what I'm talking about is collaboration to elevate the game of golf. I think that's where we're …”
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The PGA Tour is evolving with new leaders who prioritize the game's growth over shareholder value. Recent discussions among key figures suggest a shift towards collaboration and transparency in golf governance. This change signals a promising future for aspiring players and the sport as a whole.
“outrageous never seen never seen before but we'll get to the tweets to go through but uh the golf tournament it was a very good finish this morning it was very very very wet i didn't get to watch much until uh they got i watched the 18th hole and then into the playoff but But people were very – a certain group of people were extremely jazzed up about getting Bryson Rahm this morning. And Rahm, one of your quote-unquote dudes, got beat by Bryson, who is allegedly not a dude, in your opinion. He's not yet been officially crowned a dude, correct. …”
“outrageous never seen never seen before but we'll get to the tweets to go through but uh the golf tournament it was a very good finish this morning it was very very very wet i didn't get to watch much until uh they got i watched the 18th hole and then into the playoff but But people were very – a certain group of people were extremely jazzed up about getting Bryson Rahm this morning. And Rahm, one of your quote-unquote dudes, got beat by Bryson, who is allegedly not a dude, in your opinion. He's not yet been officially crowned a dude, correct. Once you're a dude, can you fall out of dudedom? So that was another thing we haven't really gone through. it's like a it's it's kind of how i'm viewing this is when you put somebody in the dude category it's a year it's at least a year-long commitment like you you are committing to like that from that point that person is going to be here a year …”
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Despite Jon Rahm's impressive track record, Bryson DeChambeau's potential is often overlooked. In a recent golf tournament, Bryson defeated Rahm, sparking debate over their respective statuses as 'dudes' in the sport. While Rahm has consistency, DeChambeau's high ceiling could redefine his place in golf's elite.
“… and contrasting the vibe is between this year and even like even last year of just like the the the attitude and feeling and lack of tension among tour staff and players and like everybody's just kind of feels like they exhaled and isn't gripping the steering wheel so tight anymore and that that permeates through the entire experience out there like it just feels a lot more sure of itself and people people just seem like oh somebody just finally told me what to do moment is a wild thing i think you're describing leaders totally 100 like it's it's apparent like roll app just he he comes off as …”
“… point by point stuff what's changing what's not changing what's a proposal what's a harebrained idea uh i thought that was that was a good convo so there's a lot a lot more there even just on the ground it's pretty tough to explain just how different and contrasting the vibe is between this year and even like even last year of just like the the the attitude and feeling and lack of tension among tour staff and players and like everybody's just kind of feels like they exhaled and isn't gripping the steering wheel so tight anymore and that that permeates through the entire experience out there like it just feels a lot more sure of itself and people people just seem like oh somebody just finally told me what to do moment is a wild thing i think you're describing leaders totally 100 like it's it's apparent like roll app just he he comes off as just a serious person and i thought monahan long ago gave that up like i just don't think he was ever a serious person yeah well it it's also just it's not just like words also it's like an entirely new structure that's extremely well funded and that you players have equity into now there's also like there's a one and a half billion dollars from …”
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The PGA Tour is experiencing a revitalized atmosphere, with players feeling more relaxed and confident than ever. This shift comes from significant structural changes and substantial funding, which have reassured the players about the Tour's future. As a result, the tension that once gripped the organization has dissipated, creating a more positive experience for everyone involved.
“… uh in a little bit of this we can we can obviously tackle them individually but bryson 76 rom 78 two of the absolute two of the top five certainly tournament favorites uh looking wildly uncompetitive today bryson uh a delta collab there on uh on the second hole uh just an absolute sniper into the left side uh made a mess there but other than that played pretty solid golf like other than almost killing somebody at six uh played pretty solid golf on the front and then took three shots to get out of the green side bunker on uh on 11 i yeah so i think you were you were there for some of this why …”
“… just a just a deader color hey speaking of dead why don't we talk about bryson and uh rom should we uh i don't know how to you know apologies to to all the haters and losers but i don't know how to do anything other than to to group these two together uh in a little bit of this we can we can obviously tackle them individually but bryson 76 rom 78 two of the absolute two of the top five certainly tournament favorites uh looking wildly uncompetitive today bryson uh a delta collab there on uh on the second hole uh just an absolute sniper into the left side uh made a mess there but other than that played pretty solid golf like other than almost killing somebody at six uh played pretty solid golf on the front and then took three shots to get out of the green side bunker on uh on 11 i yeah so i think you were you were there for some of this why don't you why don't you take it away from there do you want do you want me to speak or do i believe yeah reporting from from on the ground is that what you were referring to yeah actually you're right we did we did that's apologies to you but we got to go right to the source on this one. Okay. Reporting to you live from Amen Corner here at Augusta …”
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Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, once tournament favorites, faced a shocking downturn at Augusta National, with scores of 76 and 78 respectively. Their struggles included a disastrous triple bogey for Bryson and a series of mistakes that left them looking uncompetitive. This performance raises questions about their ability to handle the pressure of the Masters amidst tough conditions.
“… great venue, great location for it and time on the schedule. As I look at, you know, you do have a financial investment in the Ladies European Tour. I always say and see more opportunities for potential for co-sanctioned events as you're looking at your global schedule. And I know we jump up and down all the time. Just there's some incredible national opens that are out there. You're we've talked about two Asian swings. We're getting ready or we're starting now on the ladies European tour side. They're in Australia for a month. And who doesn't want to play in Australia for a month? …”
“unite the women's game. That's very well said and a great opportunity, great venue, great location for it and time on the schedule. As I look at, you know, you do have a financial investment in the Ladies European Tour. I always say and see more opportunities for potential for co-sanctioned events as you're looking at your global schedule. And I know we jump up and down all the time. Just there's some incredible national opens that are out there. You're we've talked about two Asian swings. We're getting ready or we're starting now on the ladies European tour side. They're in Australia for a month. And who doesn't want to play in Australia for a month? Totally. Seeing the Australian open as a co-sanctioned L.E.T. LPGA tour event, getting the best players in the world to Australia so they can go. And people who grew up their idols are Minji and Hannah and all these great Australian women. But now you have Nelly's there and Lydia's there from, you know, you just see all these people and you're exposing …”
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LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler envisions a future where women's golf unites through co-sanctioned events, enhancing visibility and opportunities for players. By partnering with the PGA Tour and leveraging existing relationships, Kessler believes they can create a more cohesive and powerful women's game that inspires young athletes worldwide. The potential for collaboration is vast, and the time to act is now.
“Only five guys have ever won the Masters with one or fewer PGA Tour wins. He's coming in with top 10s in four of his last five starts. He's still playing well after he won the Tour Championship. It seemed like it took him to the next level. Problem for Tommy is that his putting numbers right now are not awesome. He's 120th on tour and putting. And they're talking this week because the last couple of years, you and I've been down there, you remember the weather that we've had. We've had a lot of rain. And I …”
“Only five guys have ever won the Masters with one or fewer PGA Tour wins. He's coming in with top 10s in four of his last five starts. He's still playing well after he won the Tour Championship. It seemed like it took him to the next level. Problem for Tommy is that his putting numbers right now are not awesome. He's 120th on tour and putting. And they're talking this week because the last couple of years, you and I've been down there, you remember the weather that we've had. We've had a lot of rain. And I think that's secretly made the course a little bit easier for some guys. This year, the weather's perfect. They've had a dry winter and spring. Sounds like the green jackets are tired of nine straight years of double-digit below-par victories and that they might flex the muscle of the course and make it a little bit faster this year. So for putters who …”
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The Masters' course conditions this year could challenge players with weaker putting skills due to a drier season making the course faster.
“… i like dude fuck yeah man like you know keep it going yeah here outrageous yeah so um so anyway a lot of it just feels like lettuce is back on the pga tour coming out the back of the hat um and i i'm i'm gonna keep doing my research on power ranking yeah uh honestly i was in the merch tent today puma they had two of my favorite shirts in there puma and adidas both of them like they had some fresh stuff h&b had a clean clean print polo in there with gold boy um sunrise surf shop local joint they had stuff in there yeah i love that uh i went in there thinking that there was going to be so much like …”
“committed to that look and i like it yeah i honestly his he got a joe dirt vibe going i know and i think at his age i like dude fuck yeah man like you know keep it going yeah here outrageous yeah so um so anyway a lot of it just feels like lettuce is back on the pga tour coming out the back of the hat um and i i'm i'm gonna keep doing my research on power ranking yeah uh honestly i was in the merch tent today puma they had two of my favorite shirts in there puma and adidas both of them like they had some fresh stuff h&b had a clean clean print polo in there with gold boy um sunrise surf shop local joint they had stuff in there yeah i love that uh i went in there thinking that there was going to be so much like just reprehensible like horror show stuff it was fine there was like so much tasteful good stuff. Virtually no big letter hats. There was some upside down. Yeah, it sold out. So we did a little social thing that we'll put out later this week. And then, Neil, things that are sick, I'm not going to name names, but this is been kind of the talk of …”
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An agent's explosive outburst at a recent PGA Tour meeting has everyone buzzing. As tensions rise over new structures and player dynamics, the future of the tour hangs in the balance, with potential impacts on fundraising and player opportunities. This drama could reshape the landscape of professional golf as we know it.
“… kind of go hand in hand and just to reiterate what we're talking about as he's laying it out he's basically saying we have two tracks on the pj tour one there by the way if i may just trying very hard not to say top track and bottom track or upper tier and lower tier because it all is supposed to be the same tour even though we're clearly talking about two different tours not anymore the top track is is the main players 120 man fields signature events beefed up with cuts late january to early september uh which i think begs you know the question we can get into on what the what the bottom …”
“… here, I'm going to lump, I'm going to lump three or four of them together into this first thing which is kind of the the state of play it's it's the structure the two tracks i mentioned the field sizes the promotion relegation i think all of these kind of go hand in hand and just to reiterate what we're talking about as he's laying it out he's basically saying we have two tracks on the pj tour one there by the way if i may just trying very hard not to say top track and bottom track or upper tier and lower tier because it all is supposed to be the same tour even though we're clearly talking about two different tours not anymore the top track is is the main players 120 man fields signature events beefed up with cuts late january to early september uh which i think begs you know the question we can get into on what the what the bottom track is but as far as you know in layman layman's terms so i mean we are kind of talking about two tours here it seems yes this is um shockingly kind of in line with what we had talked about a lot in terms of there being a championship level structure. He talked a lot as well about restructuring the FedEx Cup and the point system that nobody really …”
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The PGA Tour is restructuring its championship system to create more competitive excitement and recognition for winners. With a new focus on a clear point system and significant events, the hope is to make fans remember who wins the FedEx Cup, just like they do for major tournaments. This shift could redefine how we view the tour and its champions.
“… interesting caddy discussions uh certainly in those you know the last little regulation and then in the playoff uh and akshay taps in for his third pga tour victory uh so let's start with akshay obviously what'd you see from uh your beautiful boy out there today uh the dude he was electric he was all over the place a little bit shot two over on the front nine but a back 931 that had a bogey as well made four birdies and an eagle on the back nine um was quite lucky that ball stayed up in regulation with that approach shot into 18 rough there was a very very thick strip of rough there i don't know if …”
“… to a playoff between him and Akshay and Daniel Berger makes bogey is not able to two putt from what 600 feet there on the other side of the uh the boomerang green after some dissension with his caddy there was there was a couple of yeah a couple very interesting caddy discussions uh certainly in those you know the last little regulation and then in the playoff uh and akshay taps in for his third pga tour victory uh so let's start with akshay obviously what'd you see from uh your beautiful boy out there today uh the dude he was electric he was all over the place a little bit shot two over on the front nine but a back 931 that had a bogey as well made four birdies and an eagle on the back nine um was quite lucky that ball stayed up in regulation with that approach shot into 18 rough there was a very very thick strip of rough there i don't know if i i think that shot's hard enough as it is i don't think uh i necessarily not all strips of rough are equal here tc for the risk reward drivable 15th hole at travelers that's 280 yards i think that ball should not stop uh 18 at bay hill is one of the hardest freaking holes i've ever seen i mean the rock should be higher yeah tc and i had some …”
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Akshay Bhatia's victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational is a testament to his unconventional path and immense talent, marking a significant milestone in his career.
Scotty's recent struggles with approach shots are alarming, but his ability to work the ball both directions at TPC Sawgrass could still make him a strong contender.
“… the dinners are the same price you know you don't get a discount you don't get a 94 discount at the bonefish grill because you're on corn fairy tour the yeah i mean nothing really changes you just make a whole lot less money is it relatively easy at the beginning of a year to budget what your estimated expenses are going to be or does it fluctuate greatly over the course of the year. Obviously, the caddy payout is going to be dependent on how you play, but are the rest of the expenses relatively constant, would you say? Yeah, I would say they're pretty well fixed. I mean, you can get a good …”
“The money coming in goes down by 94 percent. so the hotels are the same price whether i'm staying in wichita kansas or i'm staying in charlotte for quail hollow the dinners are the same price you know you don't get a discount you don't get a 94 discount at the bonefish grill because you're on corn fairy tour the yeah i mean nothing really changes you just make a whole lot less money is it relatively easy at the beginning of a year to budget what your estimated expenses are going to be or does it fluctuate greatly over the course of the year. Obviously, the caddy payout is going to be dependent on how you play, but are the rest of the expenses relatively constant, would you say? Yeah, I would say they're pretty well fixed. I mean, you can get a good idea. If I got off to a great year, if I win Sony, obviously, maybe my hotel bill goes up another 10%, you know, for the year, but maybe I start staying in some nicer places or rent a house here and there when I normally wouldn't. But for the most part, I mean, if I was traveling alone, I didn't care as long as I had a nice bed, a nice shower, and …”
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Golfers on the Corn Fairy Tour face a staggering 94% drop in income compared to the PGA Tour, yet their expenses remain unchanged. One golfer shares a humorous yet sobering story about a bet that led him to splurge on a luxury watch after a successful week, revealing the constant struggle between financial prudence and the allure of success. This insight into the financial realities of professional golf highlights the harsh truths behind the glamorous image of the sport.
“… Zach? Another who's back could be the LA Thieves because they did win the CDL minor today. Oh, okay, cool. So first, they got like two more online tournaments until Major 3 this week. Is that... Is Bush... Did Bush compete? No, this is CDL. So this is the professional league today. Got it. So Nate Johnson's team took it home. It'd be the Challengers League right beneath the CDL. Got it. Got it. Brotherhood's back, family. What? Fitzpatrick's. Oh, yeah. I thought you meant Duke. They're always back. They won a PGA Tour tournament. Matt Fitzpatrick's obviously on the PGA Tour. His brother's on …”
“Probably, yeah. I think it makes you a little taller at PFT. I don't need that. What else you got, Zach? Another who's back could be the LA Thieves because they did win the CDL minor today. Oh, okay, cool. So first, they got like two more online tournaments until Major 3 this week. Is that... Is Bush... Did Bush compete? No, this is CDL. So this is the professional league today. Got it. So Nate Johnson's team took it home. It'd be the Challengers League right beneath the CDL. Got it. Got it. Brotherhood's back, family. What? Fitzpatrick's. Oh, yeah. I thought you meant Duke. They're always back. They won a PGA Tour tournament. Matt Fitzpatrick's obviously on the PGA Tour. His brother's on the DP World Tour in the race to Dubai. Double penetration? It's a team event, so you don't need to be on the PGA Tour. As long as one of your guys is, there's other ways to get in. Could you get in? I don't think I could get in. But since they won, it counts as a regular PGA Tour win, so his brother automatically gets his PGA Tour card and all the …”
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The LA Thieves just won the CDL minor tournament, marking a significant achievement in the Challengers League. This victory not only boosts their confidence but also sets the stage for upcoming online tournaments leading to Major 3. With their recent performance, the Thieves are back in the spotlight, showcasing their strong competitive edge.
“… he was the dude that wore the Oakleys. And he was stone cold But people don know even to this day he one of the funniest guys that was out on the PGA Tour Like he was on the DL super funny A great personality but also very shy in front of cameras and out around strangers people he didn know So he, you put them Oakleys on and he was like, you know, that dude just looks like he thinks he's better than everybody else. And it's like, no, that's kind of how super duper shy people, they come off too. But you don't, if all you see on TV is the dude in the glasses who don't look like he's smiling or like …”
“… might even have a town named after them. But the county, the whole county, bruh. I mean, they still say your family name at football games in the NFL today. Yes. Yeah. And people, the thing I will say about David too, at that time, he was, you know, he was the dude that wore the Oakleys. And he was stone cold But people don know even to this day he one of the funniest guys that was out on the PGA Tour Like he was on the DL super funny A great personality but also very shy in front of cameras and out around strangers people he didn know So he, you put them Oakleys on and he was like, you know, that dude just looks like he thinks he's better than everybody else. And it's like, no, that's kind of how super duper shy people, they come off too. But you don't, if all you see on TV is the dude in the glasses who don't look like he's smiling or like he don't do the fist pump or nothing like that. Then you're like, man, look at this dude. you think he is but that's not honestly who he was but yeah that was in that moment where it was like uh-oh tiger got a dude who's gonna threaten him for the crown like this dude is right it's it seemed possible we get to the year 2000 though tiger after …”
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Tiger Woods faced a significant challenge from David Duvall during his early career, sparking debates about who would be the next golf superstar. While Duvall was seen as a potential rival, his personality and the media's portrayal created a complex narrative around his competition with Tiger. Ultimately, the golf world had to adapt to Tiger's unprecedented dominance, leading to changes in the game itself.
“Cameron Smith used to be a thing. He was one of the best putters on tour. It's accidental if I see the live tour. I tune in and I'll go, oh, okay. And I'll watch John Rahm or DeChambeau. I mean, there's still some quality players there. It's just, you know, the American public doesn't care. It's not real golf. That's the problem I have with it. It's not real. It hey let get together Remember they were wearing shorts and playing loud music and I go no one cares Hey we not going to play four days We only going to play …”
“Cameron Smith used to be a thing. He was one of the best putters on tour. It's accidental if I see the live tour. I tune in and I'll go, oh, okay. And I'll watch John Rahm or DeChambeau. I mean, there's still some quality players there. It's just, you know, the American public doesn't care. It's not real golf. That's the problem I have with it. It's not real. It hey let get together Remember they were wearing shorts and playing loud music and I go no one cares Hey we not going to play four days We only going to play three Man we crazy I be like nobody cares Like the DP World Tour, I'll watch that. It's real. Live Tour, it's not great. It's not real. But if you can make that kind of money, life-changing money, all right, I'm not going to begrudge you. You're the only one that has to answer to it. Yeah, Paul? And the Live Tour caved about six months ago. they …”
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Rory McIlroy is not only a favorite to win the Masters due to his experience and familiarity with Augusta, but he is also celebrated for his loyalty to the PGA Tour, enhancing his popularity among fans.
Rory McIlroy's loyalty to the PGA Tour and his role as a counter to the LIV Tour have endeared him to American sports fans, enhancing his victories' significance.
“There's no big names in the last two or three years who have gone to Live. It just feels like they're going to have their tournament. The fight is over. Maybe there's still curiosity there, but did PGA Tour win? They did, yeah. I mean, even when live events are broadcast in the United States, and even when they're broadcast and finished in prime time on the East Coast, they garner 35,000, 50,000 views. More people watch pickleball than that on TV. And these are the best players. I mean, Bryson DeChambeau, John Rahm playing on the East Coast, finishing then. They're …”
“There's no big names in the last two or three years who have gone to Live. It just feels like they're going to have their tournament. The fight is over. Maybe there's still curiosity there, but did PGA Tour win? They did, yeah. I mean, even when live events are broadcast in the United States, and even when they're broadcast and finished in prime time on the East Coast, they garner 35,000, 50,000 views. More people watch pickleball than that on TV. And these are the best players. I mean, Bryson DeChambeau, John Rahm playing on the East Coast, finishing then. They're just not galvanizing anybody to watch them. Around the globe, they'll get a few people out. They make it easy for people to come out. But, you know, Brooks Koepka leaving the Live Tour was a boon for the PGA Tour. Patrick Reid leaving the Live Tour was a boon for the DP World Tour, but the PGA Tour. And you know if you listen to Bryson DeChambeau he …”
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Rory McIlroy's consecutive Masters win is impressive, but his future success depends on resetting goals and maintaining intensity amid enjoyment.
“… like a big spot for roll-off, which I know I'm kind of stating the obvious, but just on, on like he did the press conference, I think around the tour championship, but haven't heard a lot. And I thought he was impressive in that press conference, but it's a big spot for your boy. To your point, it's like you better have something to share. If it not schedule stuff in full it better be guidance on how they going about it There needs to to be some detail on on um what what what your uh he laid out the macro priorities back in uh at the end of last season but there needs to be some details is …”
“I think I, I, sorry, I cut out there for a second power outage. Uh, I think it's just macro, like a big spot for roll-off, which I know I'm kind of stating the obvious, but just on, on like he did the press conference, I think around the tour championship, but haven't heard a lot. And I thought he was impressive in that press conference, but it's a big spot for your boy. To your point, it's like you better have something to share. If it not schedule stuff in full it better be guidance on how they going about it There needs to to be some detail on on um what what what your uh he laid out the macro priorities back in uh at the end of last season but there needs to be some details is what I'm getting at. Yeah. Or else, or, or, or else, or else he's going to start feeling some, some criticism. I wouldn't even say from us, but it's going to be a little bit of like, well, what are, you know, been in the job six months. Like where, where are we? I think we've, we've been able to do a three 60, you know, Look at kind of – Sawgrass …”
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The upcoming PGA Tour press conference is a critical moment for new leadership, with expectations for clear guidance and strategic plans. After months of silence, the pressure is on to deliver meaningful insights, especially regarding a potential $1.5 billion decision by January. Employees and media are eager for transparency, making this a pivotal event in the Tour's future.
“… logo for it. Did players call you that as well, or what was that like? Yeah, a few of them did all the time. Not many, but. What was the Champions Tour like? You come out. Were you chomping at the bit to get out on the Champions Tour, I think, 2003 or so? You would have turned 50? It probably, I'm amazed what happened, but I won the, well, I guess Augusta was 10 years too. The World Series in 82 gave me 10 years. The World Series in 92 gave me 10 years to the end of 02, and I turned 50 in June of 03. So I used my top 50 to be exempt in 03, and I played every West Coast event. And then I played …”
“You had head covers and embraced the logo for it. Did players call you that as well, or what was that like? Yeah, a few of them did all the time. Not many, but. What was the Champions Tour like? You come out. Were you chomping at the bit to get out on the Champions Tour, I think, 2003 or so? You would have turned 50? It probably, I'm amazed what happened, but I won the, well, I guess Augusta was 10 years too. The World Series in 82 gave me 10 years. The World Series in 92 gave me 10 years to the end of 02, and I turned 50 in June of 03. So I used my top 50 to be exempt in 03, and I played every West Coast event. And then I played Bay Hill. I wasn't in the players. Played Bay Hill and Honda and Hilton Head, Augustine Hilton and Hilton Head. I missed every single cut. I think I shot 42 or three of the first nine at Hilton Head. And withdrew because my back was sore, which it wasn't. I just was sick of playing crappy golf and I basically just quit until June and, uh, you …”
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Craig Stadler reveals that he earned over $5 million in just a year and a half on the Champions Tour, far surpassing his previous earnings on the PGA Tour. This financial boom came during a time when the Champions Tour was gaining traction, with prize money becoming increasingly competitive. His story highlights the dramatic shift in golf's financial landscape from the 80s to the early 2000s.
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