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Former Masters champ says 16th hole at Augusta National ‘wasn’t open’ due to flood damage on green

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Two months after Hurricane Helene left a path of destruction through Augusta, a former Masters Champion spoke about the course conditions. The past winner played a round at Augusta National Golf Club in mid-November, and told Golfweek, “The trees on … [Read more...]

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Jordan Spieth talks recovery from wrist surgery, ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ and more on radio appearance

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It has been more than three months since Jordan Spieth had surgery on his left wrist, and as 2025 creeps closer on the calendar, the three-time major champion is nearing a return to action.Spieth joined Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz on Tuesday for an … [Read more...]

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Tony Finau shoots down LIV Golf rumors and gives legit reason for withdrawing from Hero World Challenge

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NASSAU, Bahamas — There’s a good explanation for why Tony Finau withdrew from this week’s Hero World Challenge. Finau underwent surgery on Oct. 15 to repair a torn meniscus and remove cartilage in his left knee. “From what my doctor told me it was … [Read more...]

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Tiger Woods on Ryder Cup pay: ‘I hope they would get $5 million each and donate it all to charity’

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NASSAU, Bahamas – Tiger Woods supports the idea of American players being paid to play in the Ryder Cup – but with one stipulation. He said players should give their share to charity. Woods’s sentiment has remained consistent over the years. “I would … [Read more...]

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Who could be the LPGA’s next commissioner? Here are six speculative names (and a wildcard)

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With news breaking on Monday that LPGA commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan is stepping down after 3 1/2 years, it’s natural to start looking ahead to who might fill the post. Marcoux Samaan, whose last day will be Jan. 9, was the ninth commissioner in … [Read more...]

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China stacked the deck against Augusta-made golf carts. Here’s what America did about it

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The world’s top two golf cart manufacturers, both based in Augusta, are praising a government finding that China is unfairly subsidizing its low-speed vehicle industry. The U.S. Department of Commerce announced recently that China’s government has … [Read more...]

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The high-stakes, par-3 Grass League Championship features pro golfers, an LPGA player, an ex-MLB pitcher and live music

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Former PGA Tour golfers, a current LPGA golfer, a former Major Leaguer and a celebrity golf champion are all a part of the Troon Access Grass League Championship. There will be 44 two-person teams in all converging on the first fully lit golf course … [Read more...]

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Monday qualifiers are coming to an end. Registration for WM Phoenix Open opens for last time

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It’s the end of an era, and there’s likely nowhere the impact will be felt more than in the greater Phoenix area. Pre-qualifying registration for the 2025 WM Phoenix Open went live Monday. There will eight locations in five different cities in … [Read more...]

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Hero World Challenge 2024 Thursday first round tee times

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The 2024 Hero World Challenge is almost here. Tiger Woods is a five-time past champion of the event but he’s only hosting this year. He is still unable to compete since he had microdecompression surgery on his lower back Sept. 13 to relieve nerve … [Read more...]

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Everything you need to know about The Showdown: Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler vs. Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka

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Golfweek‘s Eamon Lynch broke the news several weeks ago, but now it’s official.Tournament organizers announced Monday that The Showdown will pit Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler against Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka.It’s unofficially a PGA … [Read more...]

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