Koepka applies for reinstatement to the PGA tour.
Damn. A large amount of forfeited equity. I doubt he will have to eat Ramen.
On the plus side for LIV, Anthony Kim qualified.
Nice middle finger to Reed and Phil. Seems like it only applies to Koepka, Rahm, Bryson, and Cam Smith.
Buried deep in the press releases was the idea that the powers that be are interested in what will make the tour better. If they mean that, you have your answer.
Quote from: cheebs09 on January 12, 2026, 03:50:56 PMNice middle finger to Reed and Phil. Seems like it only applies to Koepka, Rahm, Bryson, and Cam Smith.
It's always a good time to give those guys the finger - especially Phil.
Blades Brown. Kudos to the parents to have the foresight to name their future prodigy Blades.
Quote from: tower912 on January 25, 2026, 12:10:02 PMBlades Brown. Kudos to the parents to have the foresight to name their future prodigy Blades.
I'm just pissed that naming my son Birdie did not result in golfing greatness for him. Shoulda gone with Eagle!
Bummer. I was hoping Reed (and his wife) found a nice home at LIV.
Quote from: cheebs09 on January 28, 2026, 12:15:19 PMBummer. I was hoping Reed (and his wife) found a nice home at LIV.
When does LIV officially die now?
Remember when "stealing" Dustin Johnson was the big move that was gonna elevate the Blood Money Tour to greatness?
Quote from: MU82 on January 28, 2026, 01:13:38 PMRemember when "stealing" Dustin Johnson was the big move that was gonna elevate the Blood Money Tour to greatness?
Jay Monahan took a lot of heat when LIV first hit the scene. In retrospect, he handled this correctly. LIV was always going to burn out if the Tour held steady and played it cool.
Who's else is angling to return? Laughing at Bryson right now. Oh well!
Damn. Was hoping LIV would keep Reed. Ah, well. Rat found a life boat.
Quote from: RJax55 on January 28, 2026, 01:28:04 PMJay Monahan took a lot of heat when LIV first hit the scene. In retrospect, he handled this correctly. LIV was always going to burn out if the Tour held steady and played it cool.
Who's else is angling to return? Laughing at Bryson right now. Oh well!
I think his big mistake was going down the path of merging with LIV after treating them like the villain.
Quote from: cheebs09 on January 28, 2026, 01:44:40 PMI think his big mistake was going down the path of merging with LIV after treating them like the villain.
I don't think that was him. I believe it was others on the board that lost their nerve. Never came to fruition either.
Whoever yelled as Hideki was getting ready to putt on 18 needs to be found. Absolutely pathetic.
Doubling down on a-hole behavior on the first playoff hole. I wish I was surprised and shocked. But a-hole behavior is now the norm in so many venues.
First step, time to ban alcohol sales at sporting events. Second, ban instant betting. Shameful.
Let's hope Scottie has an alibi.
https://www.on3.com/pro/news/report-suspected-murderer-fled-onto-the-players-championship-grounds-delays-open-amid-search/
Matt Fitzpatrick is in very good form. Seems like he has added some length to his game . Peaking right in time for The Masters.
How does Tiger not have a chauffeur yet?
Quote from: cheebs09 on March 27, 2026, 02:32:18 PMHow does Tiger not have a chauffeur yet?
Somebody from a limo service need to get him and Kirby Smart in their office. They could make a living off of those two alone.
Quote from: cheebs09 on March 27, 2026, 02:32:18 PMHow does Tiger not have a chauffeur yet?
Most recent reports: Sheriff's Dept officials booked him on suspicion of DUI.
Quote from: cheebs09 on March 27, 2026, 02:32:18 PMHow does Tiger not have a chauffeur yet?
Excellent question. Smh.
Quote from: MU82 on March 27, 2026, 04:18:05 PMMost recent reports: Sheriff's Dept officials booked him on suspicion of DUI.
Flipped his Range Rover but not injured.
I see an endorsement deal in his future.
https://www.tmz.com/2026/03/27/tiger-woods-arrested-for-dui/
We sure tiger didn't play football at Georgia?
He's winning a major this year. So back.
Quote from: GB Warrior on March 27, 2026, 07:08:34 PMHe's winning a major this year. So back.
Is this a warning to Perkin's waitresses?
Tuesday evening as I ate dinner at the bar, I was watching him play on ESPN in some e-golf 3-person team league. I don't think he looks good.
Quote from: cheebs09 on March 27, 2026, 02:32:18 PMHow does Tiger not have a chauffeur yet?
Why is he not in jail yet? He shouldn't have a drivers license and should be spending considerable time in jail.
Maybe it's time for him to give up golfing professionally. Obviously cannot handle having pain pills he gets from all the surgeries trying to be able to golf.
I hope he can be honest with himself and ask for and receive the help he needs.
No Phil at the Masters either. I hope he can be honest with himself and get the help he needs.
Quote from: tower912 on April 02, 2026, 03:15:35 PMNo Phil at the Masters either. I hope he can be honest with himself and get the help he needs.
No Phil or Tigers at Augusta for the first time since 1994
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on April 02, 2026, 03:34:29 PMNo Phil or Tigers at Augusta for the first time since 1994
They had their time. I enjoyed watching them golf, especially Tiger, but I won't miss them at all anymore.
FIGJAM is making a killing on insider trading, so why bother with golf
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on April 02, 2026, 03:34:29 PMNo Phil or Tigers at Augusta for the first time since 1994
Still insane to think what odds you would have had to have been given in order to bet in 2008, when Tiger won the US Open at 33 for his 14th major, that over the next 15+ years, Phil would win 3x as many majors as Tiger. And if not for the 2019 miracle at Augusta and a major Phil choke at another US Open in 2013, it could very well have been 4-nil to Phil.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 02, 2026, 05:05:59 PMFIGJAM is making a killing on insider trading, so why bother with golf
and Tiger is too busy calling the President to try to get him out of his latest DUI.
Quote from: forgetful on March 28, 2026, 11:32:53 AMWhy is he not in jail yet? He shouldn't have a drivers license and should be spending considerable time in jail.
Sympathy for old drunks?
Quote from: Billy Hoyle on April 02, 2026, 08:45:10 PMand Tiger is too busy calling the President to try to get him out of his latest DUI.
That had to be the most pathetic flex I've ever seen.
I'd drink/medicate myself into a stupor too if I was involved in any way with a Trump
Quote from: ATL MU Warrior on April 03, 2026, 06:57:34 AMI'd drink/medicate myself into a stupor too if I was involved in any way with a Trump
as if dating Cocaine Donnie's ex wasn't his biggest embarrassment in life. The one he left for Kimberly Guilfoyle.
Tiger > John Daly
# of majors and # of DUIs
Quote from: jesmu84 on April 03, 2026, 08:33:36 AMTiger > John Daly
# of majors and # of DUIs
But at least Daly had an excuse. He's from the South.
Quote from: Jockey on April 03, 2026, 08:56:50 AMBut at least Daly had an excuse. He's from the South.
and Tiger never put out a country song like Daly has:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yacIyZ0gLvo
Quote from: Jockey on April 03, 2026, 08:56:50 AMBut at least Daly had an excuse. He's from the South.
And also one of the most likable, gregarious, and fun loving guys to ever swing a club on tour.
DUIs are horrible and never excusable, but it's amusing to look at differences in the substance issues of a personality like Daly versus the substance issues of more cantankerous dickheads like Tiger and DJ.
And to Daly's credit, he's been sober for almost 20 years since the drunken Hooters incident in his early 40s (at the very least had no public issues with alcohol since) whereas Tiger is a 50 year old billionaire still flipping cars in the middle of the day.
Also reminds me of my favorite largely forgotten Daly anecdote...the year before Daly made the tour (and also won the PGA) a 23 year old, still prime Arkansas hick very alcoholic Daly, in his blond mulleted glory, went to Africa and in the span of 2 weeks won tournaments in South Africa and, even more hilarious, Eswatini (then still Swaziland).
Quote from: JWags85 on April 03, 2026, 10:47:26 AMAnd also one of the most likable, gregarious, and fun loving guys to ever swing a club on tour.
DUIs are horrible and never excusable, but it's amusing to look at differences in the substance issues of a personality like Daly versus the substance issues of more cantankerous dickheads like Tiger and DJ.
And to Daly's credit, he's been sober for almost 20 years since the drunken Hooters incident in his early 40s (at the very least had no public issues with alcohol since) whereas Tiger is a 50 year old billionaire still flipping cars in the middle of the day.
Also reminds me of my favorite largely forgotten Daly anecdote...the year before Daly made the tour (and also won the PGA) a 23 year old, still prime Arkansas hick very alcoholic Daly, in his blond mulleted glory, went to Africa and in the span of 2 weeks won tournaments in South Africa and, even more hilarious, Eswatini (then still Swaziland).
I agree with all of this. I always root for Daly.
Quote from: JWags85 on April 03, 2026, 10:47:26 AMAnd also one of the most likable, gregarious, and fun loving guys to ever swing a club on tour.
DUIs are horrible and never excusable, but it's amusing to look at differences in the substance issues of a personality like Daly versus the substance issues of more cantankerous dickheads like Tiger and DJ.
And to Daly's credit, he's been sober for almost 20 years since the drunken Hooters incident in his early 40s (at the very least had no public issues with alcohol since) whereas Tiger is a 50 year old billionaire still flipping cars in the middle of the day.
Like Ryan Leaf, I admire Daly for taking ownership of his problems and not running from them. Unfortunately, Tiger has been coddled and protected his entire life, and has such a massive ego that he'll never do that.
A coworker was on a flight from Chicago to Winston-Salem about 20 years ago and got chatting to the woman in the seat next to him. Turns out she was John Dalys wife at the time. She kept buying him drinks the whole flight and introduced him to John who was waiting at security. My coworker said they talked about golf while waiting at the baggage claim and and he was just a nice guy.
RIP LIV?
Here's hoping!
LIV? Let die.
Quote from: Dish on April 15, 2026, 12:03:57 PMRIP LIV?
Absolutely gutted for Sergio, Bryson, DJ, FIGJAM, Hatton and Rahm. Just gutted for them. Like someone taking a bone saw to your guts
Can't imagine the Saudi soccer league is making money after dumping a bunch on over-the-hill players either. I'm not sure their sportswashing is working for them.
NM
A lot of Twitter and Instagram bots are going to have find new work, too.
ETTD
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 15, 2026, 03:01:38 PMAbsolutely gutted for Sergio, Bryson, DJ, FIGJAM, Hatton and Rahm. Just gutted for them. Like someone taking a bone saw to your guts
I'm just disappointed that the game won't grow now.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 15, 2026, 03:01:38 PMAbsolutely gutted for Sergio, Bryson, DJ, FIGJAM, Hatton and Rahm. Just gutted for them. Like someone taking a bone saw to your guts
Who's going to tell DJ? Pretty sure he's got no clue what's happening.
Looking forward to seeing how Bryson tries to "sell" his time at LIV. You know he's going to big brain this at the upcoming majors with the Tour media.
Quote from: RJax55 on April 15, 2026, 03:37:36 PMWho's going to tell DJ? Pretty sure he's got no clue what's happening.
Looking forward to seeing how Bryson tries to "sell" his time at LIV. You know he's going to big brain this at the upcoming majors with the Tour media.
DJ is tight with Jared Kushner. I'm sure he's getting some insider info and doing just fine financially
https://x.com/shootermcgavin/status/2044475609619763218?s=46&t=nX9__T6F5tmMsEFTze2ANQ
Quote from: RJax55 on April 15, 2026, 03:37:36 PMWho's going to tell DJ? Pretty sure he's got no clue what's happening.
Remember when DJ was LIV's big superstar pickup? As if one person who wasn't a personal friend of his was going to watch one second of that tour because he was in it.
If they don't fold up shop, with the defection of their stars, there is opportunity for scoop golfers to get in on the Saudi largesse.
Tigers Woods is coming out with a line of golf clubs under the nameplate of Designated. First up is the driver.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 15, 2026, 03:01:38 PMAbsolutely gutted for Sergio, Bryson, DJ, FIGJAM, Hatton and Rahm. Just gutted for them. Like someone taking a bone saw to your guts
their poor great great great great grandkids will have to pick themselves up by their bootstraps and get a job.
I am having to learn a new shot. A mud ball off of a bare mud lie. Not having success so far.
Quote from: tower912 on April 18, 2026, 11:52:37 AMI am having to learn a new shot. A mud ball off of a bare mud lie. Not having success so far.
Played in the mud last Sunday. Not fun
American golf crowds are the worst. International players deserve a lot more respect than they get from the crowds. Modern America encapsulated
Atta boy, Fitzy. The good guys win again.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 19, 2026, 04:54:05 PMAmerican golf crowds are the worst. International players deserve a lot more respect than they get from the crowds. Modern America encapsulated
What happened? I wasn't watching.
Quote from: MU82 on April 19, 2026, 05:39:37 PMWhat happened? I wasn't watching.
Matt Fitzpatrick and Scottie were in the final group and the last few holes, USA chants started. Got worse as Scottie made a run and Fitzy bogeyed the 72nd hole and setting up a playoff. Luckily, Fitzy slammed the door making the only birdie on 18 all day in the playoff hole (Woodland holed out for eagle from 200).
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 19, 2026, 05:41:23 PMMatt Fitzpatrick and Scottie were in the final group and the last few holes, USA chants started. Got worse as Scottie made a run and Fitzy bogeyed the 72nd hole and setting up a playoff. Luckily, Fitzy slammed the door making the only birdie on 18 all day in the playoff hole (Woodland holed out for eagle from 200).
Nice. Glad he won and shut up the rude douchenozzles.
Matty Fitz said it never crossed the line. Compared it to futbol games from his youth. It gave him an extra lift beating the rival fans.
I don't care for it. But as long as it doesn't spiral into obscenities or yelling during swings or over putts.
Because it is easy for me to picture a scenario with a boozed up fan with a large on line bet yelling during a swing/putt to affect the outcome. When that happens, changes will have to be made.
The thing that upsets me most about the anti-euro chants is all it does is paint a target on our American Hero Patrick Reed's back on the DP world tour.
Quote from: CreightonWarrior on April 20, 2026, 09:49:30 AMThe thing that upsets me most about the anti-euro chants is all it does is paint a target on our American Hero Patrick Reed's back on the DP world tour.
Reed's the only American player worth cheering for at this point.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 20, 2026, 10:47:23 AMReed's the only American player worth cheering for at this point.
He exemplifies what everything that is America right now.
It kinda sucks that the PGA is abandoning Hawaii. Used to love seeing the Plantation Course views. That's a bucket list course for me.
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Agreed.
Maybe LIV can host tournaments there.
Seriously, an opportunity for the LPGA.
Quote from: tower912 on April 20, 2026, 07:59:41 PMAgreed.
Maybe LIV can host tournaments there.
Seriously, an opportunity for the LPGA.
They'll add a geriatric event for back-to-back weeks
Quote from: Spaniel with a Short Tail on April 20, 2026, 07:57:26 PMIt kinda sucks that the PGA is abandoning Hawaii. Used to love seeing the Plantation Course views. That's a bucket list course for me.
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McDermott's favorite course, too.
Interesting side-by-side photos on Yahoo Sports. The first is "patrons" watching Scheffler at the Masters, where no cellphones are allowed. The second is fans watching Scheffler at the Heritage, where everyone has a freakin' cellphone ...
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Quote from: MU82 on April 21, 2026, 12:44:51 PMInteresting side-by-side photos on Yahoo Sports. The first is "patrons" watching Scheffler at the Masters, where no cellphones are allowed. The second is fans watching Scheffler at the Heritage, where everyone has a freakin' cellphone ...
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Looks like Rory in the first photo. Nobody wants to get a picture of him anyway.
Quote from: wadesworld on April 21, 2026, 01:27:41 PMLooks like Rory in the first photo. Nobody wants to get a picture of him anyway.
Might be. Point still stands.
It's obviously not just golf, either. I know I'm 106 years old, but I don't get the thrill of watching a sporting event through one's phone when the competitors are literally right in front of you.
Quote from: wadesworld on April 21, 2026, 01:27:41 PMLooks like Rory in the first photo. Nobody wants to get a picture of him anyway.
Rory teed off right after Sergio. No one even had any phones because they were all smashed to pieces by his driver.
If you weren't watching live, find a replay of Matt Fitzpatrick's bunker shot on 18. Secured his brothers PGA Tour card. What a shot, what a moment.
Whoa, Nelly!
Quote from: MU82 on April 26, 2026, 05:49:03 PMWhoa, Nelly!
I feel like she should dominate more to be honest. As good a swing as you'll ever see. Maybe she'll focus and win another 12-15 Majors. :)
Quote from: MU82 on April 26, 2026, 05:49:03 PMWhoa, Nelly!
Nice win but that event has been destroyed in the pursuit of the almighty dollar.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 26, 2026, 06:28:31 PMNice win but that event has been destroyed in the pursuit of the almighty dollar.
It seems like they should do a better job of marketing the LPGA.
Quote from: MuggsyB on April 26, 2026, 07:04:48 PMIt seems like they should do a better job of marketing the LPGA.
They were for a bit a few years back but they've gone backwards the last few years. They don't know how to market the game without legitimate American stars.
It's pretty grim right now. There is no next Nelly coming up in the American system. They're hoping Kiara Romero can be a star but I don't see it. Maybe Asterisk Talley but if she goes to college, she's years away.
Megha Ganne has some game but she's probably well behind the new wave of Koreans. Rachel Heck deciding not to turn pro hurts, too.
Be nice if Rose Zhang lived up to the hype but she's been pretty meh the last 18 months.
I'll be curious how long Nelly plays as she just got engaged and her sisters game has plummeted since getting married. The tour will never lean into the foreign players but they're dominating the game. That's why they take the Chevron money and play this event in Houston. Need the cash flow.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 26, 2026, 07:15:00 PMThey were for a bit a few years back but they've gone backwards the last few years. They don't know how to market the game without legitimate American stars.
It's pretty grim right now. There is no next Nelly coming up in the American system. They're hoping Kiara Romero can be a star but I don't see it. Maybe Asterisk Talley but if she goes to college, she's years away.
Megha Ganne has some game but she's probably well behind the new wave of Koreans. Rachel Heck deciding not to turn pro hurts, too.
Be nice if Rose Zhang lived up to the hype but she's been pretty meh the last 18 months.
I'll be curious how long Nelly plays as she just got engaged and her sisters game has plummeted since getting married. The tour will never lean into the foreign players but they're dominating the game. That's why they take the Chevron money and play this event in Houston. Need the cash flow.
Yes. I thought Rose would be the next superstar. I'm not sure if she's had injuries but she's definitely struggled. I understand the Asian players have dominated to a degree, but Furue should be respected. I don't understand why she was listed at 4'11 and is now 5'0. I stood next to her, she's 4'10 at best btw. :)
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 26, 2026, 06:28:31 PMNice win but that event has been destroyed in the pursuit of the almighty dollar.
What else is new?
Quote from: MuggsyB on April 26, 2026, 06:12:13 PMI feel like she should dominate more to be honest. As good a swing as you'll ever see. Maybe she'll focus and win another 12-15 Majors. :)
I don't watch a ton of LPGA (just as I don't watch a ton of PGA, other than the majors), but based on what I witnessed this weekend and a few weeks ago when I watched Nelly play, she was superb tee to green but she putted quite poorly.
Quote from: MU82 on April 26, 2026, 07:55:34 PMWhat else is new?
I don't watch a ton of LPGA (just as I don't watch a ton of PGA, other than the majors), but based on what I witnessed this weekend and a few weeks ago when I watched Nelly play, she was superb tee to green but she putted quite poorly.
Ya....that's accurate . If she can find a way to putt consistently, it's essentially nite-nite.
Nellie isn't comfortable being thr face of the LPGA. Her 2025 stats were remarkable similar to, and in some cases better than, her 2024 stats. The difference is that somebody always played better in 2025.
Quote from: tower912 on April 27, 2026, 05:32:43 AMNellie isn't comfortable being thr face of the LPGA. Her 2025 stats were remarkable similar to, and in some cases better than, her 2024 stats. The difference is that somebody always played better in 2025.
She has the talent to win 15-20 majors. Get the putter on track. Are you saying the pressure of "being the face of the LPGA" is preventing her from dismissing her competitors? There are a lot of great players on the LPGA tour, but Nelly has the game to subjugate/eliminate /eviscerate those in her way imo. :)
Quote from: MuggsyB on April 27, 2026, 08:41:14 AMShe has the talent to win 15-20 majors. Get the putter on track. Are you saying the pressure of "being the face of the LPGA" is preventing her from dismissing her competitors? There are a lot of great players on the LPGA tour, but Nelly has the game to subjugate/eliminate /eviscerate those in her way imo. :)
15-20?!? That's unrealistic in modern golf
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 27, 2026, 09:07:58 AM15-20?!? That's unrealistic in modern golf
Okay....10.
Quote from: MuggsyB on April 27, 2026, 09:33:42 AMOkay....10.
That's more realistic but she won't play competitively long enough to get there. And, the competition is pretty damn good
Yes, the competition is that good. And she is uncomfortable being the face. Which is her right.
I asked Gemini why South Korea is so well represented on the LPGA Tour but not on the PGA Tour. Here's its answer:
Why South Korean Women Dominate the LPGA
The Se Ri Pak Factor: Se Ri Pak's major championship success in 1998 inspired an entire generation, known as the "Pak Se Ri Kids," to pursue golf.
Intense Training and Focus: South Korean junior golfers often follow a "100% golf" focus, sacrificing academic pursuits to train year-round with extreme intensity.
Supportive Parent Culture: Korean parents heavily invest time and finances into their children's training, with parents often acting as coaches and caddies, creating high motivation for success.
Strong KLPGA Developmental Structure: The KLPGA provides a robust developmental system (Jump Tour, Dream Tour), ensuring players are seasoned before arriving on the LPGA Tour.
Precision vs. Power: While the PGA Tour requires immense driving distance, the LPGA course setup rewards driving accuracy and putting precision, where Korean players often excel.
Why Fewer South Koreans are on the PGA Tour
Mandatory Military Service: All able-bodied South Korean males must serve 18-21 months in the military, typically between ages 19-28, creating a significant disruption to career development.
Physique and Distance Disadvantage: The modern PGA Tour heavily favors extreme distance. While many Korean men play socially, they often struggle to compete with taller, stronger Western golfers in driving distance, a disadvantage compared to the women's game where distance is less dominant.
Deeper Competition Pool: The men's game has a significantly deeper pool of international talent, making it more challenging to break through compared to the women's tour.
Less Developmental Support for Men: While the KLPGA provides excellent support, the men's pro system in Korea has fewer events and lower sponsorship levels than the KLPGA.
Fewer Role Models: The success of Korean men on the PGA Tour has been far less widespread compared to the women's side, with trailblazers like K.J. Choi being exceptions rather than the norm.
Quote from: tower912 on April 27, 2026, 11:58:25 AMYes, the competition is that good. And she is uncomfortable being the face. Which is her right.
I don't really get your point. What does being "the face" have to do with winning Majors? Pete Sampras wasn't exactly comfortable with the spotlight. Neither was Navratilova. Was Sorerentam comfortable with this moniker or was she not "the face" of the LPGA?
Very few professional golfers, male or female, can sustain excellence. They have hot streaks and ride the wave to fortune and majors. Then, marriage, kids, the wrong equipment deal, a swing change striving for more that wrecks what worked before that they can never quite find again, external expectations, internal expectations, injuries, happen and the 100 out of a 100 remains forever elusive.
I love Nellie's swing. Long, flowing, powerful. She is certainly capable of winning more majors. It would be good for the LPGA in America if she did. I can easily picture the external expectations messing with her happy.
Quote from: tower912 on April 28, 2026, 08:35:40 AMVery few professional golfers, male or female, can sustain excellence. They have hot streaks and ride the wave to fortune and majors. Then, marriage, kids, the wrong equipment deal, a swing change striving for more that wrecks what worked before that they can never quite find again, external expectations, internal expectations, injuries, happen and the 100 out of a 100 remains forever elusive.
I love Nellie's swing. Long, flowing, powerful. She is certainly capable of winning more majors. It would be good for the LPGA in America if she did. I can easily picture the external expectations messing with her happy.
Rory went 11 years between majors. Dustin Johnson has 2, well 1 really, that Masters doesn't count. Winning is hard.
Do you think Spieth wins another major? I mean, the career slam is a worthy dream, but I don't think he ever gets back to the top.
I can see Koepka getting maybe one more, 2 at the outside.
JT?
Xander? Maybe.
Woodland? Great story. Skeptical.
Bryson? Sadly, probably.
Spaun? One hit wonder.
Scottie probably has the best chance of multiple more majors. He has to break out of the habit he has gotten into this season of starting slow.
You are correct. Winning is difficult.
Xander- yes
JT- yes
Brooks- maybe? But I'll say no
Bryson- yes but I hope not
Spieth- no
Spaun- no
Woodland- no
Quote from: swoopem on April 28, 2026, 09:20:06 AMXander- yes
JT- yes
Brooks- maybe? But I'll say no
Bryson- yes but I hope not
Spieth- no
Spaun- no
Woodland- no
Xander - yes, because he game travels to all types of courses
JT - eh, big number always creeping. Bogeys are fine. Others do him in. Up and down putter but ball striking can cover a lot of that
Brooks - yes, will always be viable at a US Open or PGA Championship
Spieth - he'll have one more magical weekend that stuns us, probably an Open but watch for him at PGA Frisco in a year
Spaun - no
Woodland - Game travels like Brooks to US Opens and PGA Championships. Won't be shocked if he gets another
Bryson - Yes. Game is built for US Opens and PGA Championships. Have a hard time seeing him win across the pond unless he radically alters his approach like FIGJAM at those venues. Masters will be his white whale
Morikawa - yes
Lowry - no, see JT
Can't believe you guys are leaving out Tiger, the way he still intimidates the field in every tournament.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on April 28, 2026, 09:47:51 AMXander - yes, because he game travels to all types of courses
Brooks - yes, will always be viable at a US Open or PGA Championship
Spieth - he'll have one more magical weekend that stuns us, probably an Open but watch for him at PGA Frisco in a year
Bryson - Yes. Game is built for US Opens and PGA Championships. Have a hard time seeing him win across the pond unless he radically alters his approach like FIGJAM at those venues. Masters will be his white whale
Agree totally on Xander. He continues to be the most underrated golfer in the world for casuals. Of all the ones listed above, I think he's easily the most likely active golfer to jump into that 6 major tier with Rory, Trevino, Phil, and Faldo (besides Scottie obviously). He's won The Open Championship, he won a PGA, but he's been electric at the US Open and the Masters even without a win. He has 4 straight Top 10s at Augusta. Since the 2022 Masters where he missed the cut, he's played 16 majors and only finished outside of the top 20 once. In his last 11 majors he didn't win (since 2023), he has 7 top 10s. Thats unreal consistency. Id personally be shocked if he didn't grab one of the next 4-5 Masters.
Brooks, idk man. I just wonder how much he still cares. I know part of his "I don't like golf" persona was just bro schtick, but there was some honesty there. The combination of that, the injuries, and the absurd money he made over the last 5 years with LIV and other successes, I'm not sure. He hasn't won in almost 2 years even on LIV. Coming back to PGA does seem like he still wants to compete, but IDK. Until he had a nice Masters, he'd been pretty awful in majors (for him) since that 2023 PGA.
Spieth, I'd bet hard on no. He's just lost the ability to win, period. He's got 2 wins TOTAL since he won the Open in 2017. He hasn't won on the PGA in 4 years. Maybe he finds something at the Masters one year, cause he still plays Augusta pretty well. But I can't see him holding a lead late.
Bryson, gonna be one of the top 4-5 lowest odds in both the PGA and the US Open this year. Outside of the Masters flop, he's been playing really well this year. Love him or hate him, he's not going to be one of those people who just disappears cause whatever they did wasn't working or their style got passed up by others.
The other interesting potential is obviously Rahm. Took a step back the last few years after being the best player in the world for awhile, but he was dangerous at the PGA and the US Open last year and has been on fire to end 2025/start 2026.
Quote from: JWags85 on April 28, 2026, 12:08:28 PMAgree totally on Xander. He continues to be the most underrated golfer in the world for casuals. Of all the ones listed above, I think he's easily the most likely active golfer to jump into that 6 major tier with Rory, Trevino, Phil, and Faldo (besides Scottie obviously). He's won The Open Championship, he won a PGA, but he's been electric at the US Open and the Masters even without a win. He has 4 straight Top 10s at Augusta. Since the 2022 Masters where he missed the cut, he's played 16 majors and only finished outside of the top 20 once. In his last 11 majors he didn't win (since 2023), he has 7 top 10s. Thats unreal consistency. Id personally be shocked if he didn't grab one of the next 4-5 Masters.
Brooks, idk man. I just wonder how much he still cares. I know part of his "I don't like golf" persona was just bro schtick, but there was some honesty there. The combination of that, the injuries, and the absurd money he made over the last 5 years with LIV and other successes, I'm not sure. He hasn't won in almost 2 years even on LIV. Coming back to PGA does seem like he still wants to compete, but IDK. Until he had a nice Masters, he'd been pretty awful in majors (for him) since that 2023 PGA.
Spieth, I'd bet hard on no. He's just lost the ability to win, period. He's got 2 wins TOTAL since he won the Open in 2017. He hasn't won on the PGA in 4 years. Maybe he finds something at the Masters one year, cause he still plays Augusta pretty well. But I can't see him holding a lead late.
Bryson, gonna be one of the top 4-5 lowest odds in both the PGA and the US Open this year. Outside of the Masters flop, he's been playing really well this year. Love him or hate him, he's not going to be one of those people who just disappears cause whatever they did wasn't working or their style got passed up by others.
The other interesting potential is obviously Rahm. Took a step back the last few years after being the best player in the world for awhile, but he was dangerous at the PGA and the US Open last year and has been on fire to end 2025/start 2026.
Rahm will get more.
Let me see how Brooks plays the PGA and US Open this year. I still think he gets another one of those.
Spieth hill I'll die on. He's got one more magical weekend in him that reminds us of why he was so captivating. Like I said, I feel it'll be at an open. His game travels there much better. I don't think he'll get another green jacket. He's been worse there since the latest renovations.
Quote from: tower912 on April 28, 2026, 08:35:40 AMVery few professional golfers, male or female, can sustain excellence. They have hot streaks and ride the wave to fortune and majors. Then, marriage, kids, the wrong equipment deal, a swing change striving for more that wrecks what worked before that they can never quite find again, external expectations, internal expectations, injuries, happen and the 100 out of a 100 remains forever elusive.
I love Nellie's swing. Long, flowing, powerful. She is certainly capable of winning more majors. It would be good for the LPGA in America if she did. I can easily picture the external expectations messing with her happy.
I think her overall golf skills are Tiger (in his prime) level vs her competition. Ergo, winning 10+ Majors is extremely doable imo if she plays 10-15 years. Nelly has an ultra-elite/pure golf swing and flushes it consistently. We're talking about a prodigious talent that you rarely see. Again, it's all about the putter and eliminating a few mental mistakes here and there. Her A to B+ game is significantly better than the rest of the LPGA tour. It's not particularly close. Dropping the 🔨 🔨 and destroying all opponents would be my mindset. Although, I understand people have different approaches (no pun intended) and life interests. That said, I think you're underestimating her talent.
I fully appreciate her talent. I don't think you are appreciating how fine the line is.
LIV canceling events. Stunning.
Quote from: tower912 on April 28, 2026, 01:12:30 PMLIV canceling events. Stunning.
Hard to see them host anything until they get their ballroom. Enough is enough.
Quote from: tower912 on April 28, 2026, 01:07:11 PMI fully appreciate her talent. I don't think you are appreciating how fine the line is.
The line between winning and total domination?
https://youtu.be/HdszYsu35MQ?si=QbbeX7Wzruuu3Mb3
Quote from: tower912 on April 28, 2026, 01:12:30 PMLIV canceling events. Stunning.
Look, was LIV Golf successful? No.
Did it bolster the reputations of everybody involved? Also, no.
But was it fun? Once again, no.
https://x.com/mikebeauvais/status/2049597607907881363?s=46&t=wj-kQtLCLPNb9xDTKbHRvQ
Comment I just read on The Athletic site:
Maybe Trump will have the government buy LIV and the golfers can take Spirit to all their events.
He did endorse LIV at the beginning and recommended everybody jump over to it.
https://x.com/shootermcgavin/status/2049593727060996227?s=61&t=jsIZllSIAp6Fe-FmvZNVnw
Crowds have been the biggest ever for a PGA Tour event this weekend at Doral. According to many smart people, no sporting event has ever had crowds this big.
Nelly dismantled another field of competitors.
As far as the LPGA marketing, I've noticed on the Sirius Sports updates, there was no mention whatsoever of Nelly winning another major last week or her victory today. Zero. That's not right.
How is everyone's game in 2026? I can't get all of the parts going at the same time. Coming off two weeks of really poor iron play. Prior to that, somehow my driver got on the wrong setting (a la Koepka), leading to two fairways hit in two rounds. Have gone through chipping yips. Somehow, still cobbling together/grinding out scores.
I'd like to get more umph on my stinger and add 15 yards on my Driver. I don't know how Woosy got so much pop. :(
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 03, 2026, 07:16:06 PMI'd like to get more umph on my stinger and add 15 yards on my Driver. I don't know how Woosy got so much pop. :(
Beer and whisky
Quote from: tower912 on May 03, 2026, 06:45:40 PMHow is everyone's game in 2026? I can't get all of the parts going at the same time. Coming off two weeks of really poor iron play. Prior to that, somehow my driver got on the wrong setting (a la Koepka), leading to two fairways hit in two rounds. Have gone through chipping yips. Somehow, still cobbling together/grinding out scores.
Weather here hasn't been cooperating. Played yesterday. Temperature dropped about 15 degrees during the round. Was fighting my swing all day. Despite all that still shot 83 (index is 7.0). For this early in the season I try to focus on ball striking (PAUSE) and not the score.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 03, 2026, 07:18:03 PMBeer and whisky
Tremendous clubhead speed and overall focus/tenacity.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 03, 2026, 07:28:30 PMTremendous clubhead speed and overall focus/tenacity.
Ian Woosnam drinking stories are unlike any you've ever heard. Trust me, it was beer and whisky
Indeed.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 03, 2026, 07:29:28 PMIan Woosnam drinking stories are unlike any you've ever heard. Trust me, it was beer and whisky
All I know is he could swing it. Maybe the booze improved his game. Some say Poe wrote a lot of his works while partaking in "other" activities. Edgar was obviously quite talented.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 03, 2026, 07:37:22 PMAll I know is he could swing it. Maybe the booze improved his game. Some say Poe wrote a lot of his works while partaking in "other" activities. Edgar was obviously quite talented.
He was a great ball striker. One of the purest in the game at the time. Modern equipment neutralized his advantages but by the time frying pan drivers and juiced golf balls came about, he was on the decline, though he made a run at the '01 Open. And the booze don't help
Couldn't keep track of how many clubs were in his bag.
He did have a great career.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 03, 2026, 07:42:21 PMHe was a great ball striker. One of the purest in the game at the time. Modern equipment neutralized his advantages but by the time frying pan drivers and juiced golf balls came about, he was on the decline, though he made a run at the '01 Open. And the booze don't help
He was #1 in the world for a little while.
When I lived in Chicago, one of the guys in our regular weekly game was small in stature (maybe 5-4) but he had a great swing and routinely hit it 260-plus, and usually right down the middle. Great irons and short game, too. We called him Woosie.
At first he didn't like the nickname, but after a while he grew to like it and even started referring to himself by it. Like he'd call and say, "Hey, it's Woosie." Cracked me up.
The ball doesn't know or care.
what a Richard!
On Tuesday, DeChambeau described potential punishment from the PGA Tour as "quite unfortunate in my opinion, considering what I could do for them."
Don't care if I ever see him on a golf course again.
Quote from: Jockey on May 05, 2026, 07:27:12 PMwhat a Richard!
On Tuesday, DeChambeau described potential punishment from the PGA Tour as "quite unfortunate in my opinion, considering what I could do for them."
Don't care if I ever see him on a golf course again.
That's a stupid comment on his part.
Quote from: Jockey on May 05, 2026, 07:27:12 PMwhat a Richard!
On Tuesday, DeChambeau described potential punishment from the PGA Tour as "quite unfortunate in my opinion, considering what I could do for them."
Don't care if I ever see him on a golf course again.
The last thing the tour needs is "Bryson Bros" at events.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 05, 2026, 07:43:01 PMThe last thing the tour needs is "Bryson Bros" at events.
There were some benefits to LIV.
I read Bryson is going to focus on Ytube stuff? WTF does that mean?
He has used his time in LIV to build his brand and become an influencer.
Quote from: tower912 on May 06, 2026, 05:15:18 AMHe has used his time in LIV to build his brand and become an influencer.
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An influencer? I guess I missed that.
Well, he was one of the main guys who influenced millions to ignore the Blood Money Tour.
Quote from: MU82 on May 06, 2026, 10:24:07 AMWell, he was one of the main guys who influenced millions to ignore the Blood Money Tour.
Bryson is a symptom of what is wrong with the golf ecosystem and also a symptom of what we consider "geniuses".
The bro-ification of golf, along with the rise of the golf influencer subset, has simply added to the elitism version of golf. Dude bros are wearing the gear of their favorite influencers and generally mucking up courses as they pound high noons.
The other influencer subset, big juggs and short skirts have also brought a lot of people to golf who are out there just to get clicks. That's the Bryson brigade.
As for the genius label, he's more idiot savant than genius. We can see this when he has his golf course tantrums and doesn't get his way. He didn't just go to LIV for the money, but he went to LIV because he couldn't abide by what he viewed as capricious golf rules enforced by the tour.
Unfortunately for him, he was still exposed as mentally weak when courses they played were inferior and not well maintained. Add in the occasional crowd complaints and the only thing about LIV that worked for him was buying friends, aka, his teammates. Listened to a recent podcast and he didn't have friends on tour because he rubbed everyone the wrong way. Well, the teammates have to be his friends because he's the gravy train.
His talent is undeniable and he'll win more majors but it'll take help from his opponents and playing courses/conditions that don't aggravate him. Genius? Hardly.
Quote from: tower912 on May 06, 2026, 05:15:18 AMHe has used his time in LIV to build his brand and become an influencer.
A huge problem in society.
People actually listen to these self-anointed "influencers".
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 06, 2026, 11:31:57 AMBryson is a symptom of what is wrong with the golf ecosystem and also a symptom of what we consider "geniuses".
The bro-ification of golf, along with the rise of the golf influencer subset, has simply added to the elitism version of golf. Dude bros are wearing the gear of their favorite influencers and generally mucking up courses as they pound high noons.
The other influencer subset, big juggs and short skirts have also brought a lot of people to golf who are out there just to get clicks. That's the Bryson brigade.
As for the genius label, he's more idiot savant than genius. We can see this when he has his golf course tantrums and doesn't get his way. He didn't just go to LIV for the money, but he went to LIV because he couldn't abide by what he viewed as capricious golf rules enforced by the tour.
Unfortunately for him, he was still exposed as mentally weak when courses they played were inferior and not well maintained. Add in the occasional crowd complaints and the only thing about LIV that worked for him was buying friends, aka, his teammates. Listened to a recent podcast and he didn't have friends on tour because he rubbed everyone the wrong way. Well, the teammates have to be his friends because he's the gravy train.
His talent is undeniable and he'll win more majors but it'll take help from his opponents and playing courses/conditions that don't aggravate him. Genius? Hardly.
He always has an angle to play. When at SMU and as an amateur, it was the dressing homage to Payne Stewart. When he first joined the Tour, it was the whole mad scientist character since his club specs were different. When that got old, he "bulked up" and became a gym bro. Then it was his "man of the people" act that he started to craft after the 2024 PGA Championship, which has morphed into "growing the game" and his YouTube stuff. He's a carnival barker.
Quote from: RJax55 on May 06, 2026, 12:40:06 PMHe always has an angle to play. When at SMU and as an amateur, it was the dressing homage to Payne Stewart. When he first joined the Tour, it was the whole mad scientist character since his club specs were different. When that got old, he "bulked up" and became a gym bro. Then it was his "man of the people" act that he started to craft after the 2024 PGA Championship, which has morphed into "growing the game" and his YouTube stuff. He's a carnival barker.
"Growing the game" from a professional golfer = monetizing the game to benefit me
I think Bryson is about as phony as Tiger's family man schtick and he made a colossal mistake leaving the tour but you can't deny his talent. Two US Opens and two Ryder Cup wins.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 06, 2026, 12:45:10 PM"Growing the game" from a professional golfer = monetizing the game to benefit me
There was a moment back when Tiger burst onto the scene that people thought "growing the game" was going to happen...and viewed him as the next Arnie.
But instead people just cashed in.
Finally some honesty:
Graeme McDowell to SI:
"I regret a few things I said in the beginning, stuff like growing the game. I should have just said it for what it was: This is good for my bank account, and I'm getting a runway to play the game of golf for as long as I possibly can."
Quote from: The Sultan on May 07, 2026, 08:00:37 AMThere was a moment back when Tiger burst onto the scene that people thought "growing the game" was going to happen...and viewed him as the next Arnie.
But instead people just cashed in.
There was a golf boom after Tiger arrived but it petered out mid 2000's. There was also a golf boom in the 80's with no discernible stars and there's a golf boom now post-COVID. Hoping to see the current one die out fast
Quote from: MU82 on May 07, 2026, 08:09:44 AMFinally some honesty:
Graeme McDowell to SI:
"I regret a few things I said in the beginning, stuff like growing the game. I should have just said it for what it was: This is good for my bank account, and I'm getting a runway to play the game of golf for as long as I possibly can."
Graeme got big mad on Twitter when he joined LIV because he was also launching a whisky at the same time and people pointed out he wouldn't be able to sell it in Saudi Arabia
Quote from: MU82 on May 07, 2026, 08:09:44 AMFinally some honesty:
Graeme McDowell to SI:
"I regret a few things I said in the beginning, stuff like growing the game. I should have just said it for what it was: This is good for my bank account, and I'm getting a runway to play the game of golf for as long as I possibly can."
He was also moaning earlier in the week that if/when LIV folds, a bunch of guys will have limited professional options now. Oh well. Graeme sucks.
Quote from: RJax55 on May 07, 2026, 08:56:51 AMHe was also moaning earlier in the week that if/when LIV folds, a bunch of guys will have limited professional options now. Oh well. Graeme sucks.
Well, that's honest too.
And yes, he does suck.
Quote from: RJax55 on May 07, 2026, 08:56:51 AMHe was also moaning earlier in the week that if/when LIV folds, a bunch of guys will have limited professional options now. Oh well. Graeme sucks.
And? There will be plenty of opportunities for these players. Latin American Tour, Sunshine Tour, Asian Tour.
Also, the Euro Tour will make room for a lot of these players.
If he's worried about the employees behind the scenes, getting in bed with the Saudi's was a choice.
Quote from: RJax55 on May 07, 2026, 08:56:51 AMHe was also moaning earlier in the week that if/when LIV folds, a bunch of guys will have limited professional options now. Oh well. Graeme sucks.
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Graeme is crackers? Well played.
Wonder if Ivanna's grave is considered a hazard or ground under repair at the LIV event this week
Bryson struggling after being unsure of setup. Rinse, repeat
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 14, 2026, 12:08:51 PMBryson struggling after being unsure of setup. Rinse, repeat
You try playing in a major while also thinking up YouTube content to "grow the game (his wallet)." It's not so easy.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 14, 2026, 12:08:51 PMBryson struggling after being unsure of setup. Rinse, repeat
Wow +6???? YIKES!!!!!!!!
What happened to Rory?
He made 4 straight bogeys to end the round. I am going to assume he hit bad shots.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 14, 2026, 03:16:07 PMWow +6???? YIKES!!!!!!!!
What happened to Rory?
Congrats to Martin Kaymer on his 3rd major championship. This thing is OVER
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 14, 2026, 05:16:40 PMCongrats to Martin Kaymer on his 3rd major championship. This thing is OVER
Clearly overlooking Blockie lurking in the shadows.
Focus seems to be a lost skill. :)
I know it is a lost Ford.
Cool and windy. Long back ups, including 20-30 minutes on the 8th tee, which was playing 245 into a 10-15 mph winds. Firm, fast greens, thick enough rough to be an impediment.
Quote from: tower912 on May 14, 2026, 06:16:39 PMI know it is a lost Ford.
Cool and windy. Long back ups, including 20-30 minutes on the 8th tee, which was playing 245 into a 10-15 mph winds. Firm, fast greens, thick enough rough to be an impediment.
I don't why but I rarely get impatient on the golf course. I'm an ultra fast player, but I'm generally okay waiting here or there. The one thing though that annoys the fk out of me is when some scrub hits a 150 yrd drive, on a 500+ yard par 5, and waits for the green to clear. This is beyond inexcusable.
Not fair to Rory that he had to play a golf course where he could drive the ball more wildly than Tiger actually drives and actually get punished for it.
Is this for watching golf and not playing golf? Lame.
Quote from: #UnleashThePortal on May 14, 2026, 10:46:13 PMIs this for watching golf and not playing golf? Lame.
So, how is your game this spring? All over the place with club throws?
Mine is a bunch of relaxed rounds in the high 70s with occasional, wonderful days of made putts and big laughs.
Still waiting for warm, dry weather.
Stick a fork in Scottie
Quote from: tower912 on May 15, 2026, 06:28:04 AMSo, how is your game this spring? All over the place with club throws?
Mine is a bunch of relaxed rounds in the high 70s with occasional, wonderful days of made putts and big laughs.
Still waiting for warm, dry weather.
Oh no, i hate golf ;D
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 15, 2026, 08:07:24 AMStick a fork in Scottie
The scores are looking US Open-like.
Congratulations to Alex Smalley on his first major victory
Quote from: cheebs09 on May 15, 2026, 10:01:34 AMThe scores are looking US Open-like.
So does the venue.
Quote from: tower912 on May 15, 2026, 11:18:58 AMSo does the venue.
How did Gotterup shoot a 65? Clearly these guys aren't focused and dialed-in. :)
If Bryson shoots -10 over his last ten holes, he's right back in this
Who on earth is Potgeiter??
Google him.
Short answer, a young up and comer.
Congratulations to Jon Rahm on his third major win and closing in on the career grand slam
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 15, 2026, 04:44:55 PMCongratulations to Jon Rahm on his third major win and closing in on the career grand slam
Whatever happened to patience and waiting for stories to emerge? Perhaps you should have some Roobios tea and calm down a wee bit.
+7 ... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Are you referencing the sham go?
Moi?
To be fair, the greens are firm. The pin placements are deliberately difficult. The wind has been up. The rough, not shin deep, is lush. Honestly, it has been playing like a US Open. Bryson has not had his game. Those two things are not compatible.
It is fun to watch the best in the world grind it out.
If only DeChambeau could find a YouTube channel to help him ...
Things could get really interesting today. The morning players will have better scoring conditions. Rose is making a move.
Yes, if the wind really does get gustier while the greens bake out could lead to some entertainment.
This has a chance to be a heck of a finish tomorrow. Rory and X are right there. Hopefully Rahm has a meltdown.
Oh-oh, the field...and Aaron Rai
Where once, we watched all the birdies fly (oh,baby, watch the birdies fly)...
Scheffler's putting is like Coco Gauff's forehand.
Smalley?? I'd root for him if he was smaller. WTF?
Look at the rest of the leaderboard and how many players are under par. All 30 ish of them have a chance.
Quote from: tower912 on May 16, 2026, 05:25:27 PMLook at the rest of the leaderboard and how many players are under par. All 30 ish of them have a chance.
Smalley is on fire!
Quote from: Jockey on May 16, 2026, 04:34:18 PMScheffler's putting is like Coco Gauff's forehand.
Coco's forehand has always perplexed me.
🦣 mistake for Smalley on 17.
Congrats to Jon Rahm. Can he close the deal at the Open to complete the slam?
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 16, 2026, 05:31:54 PMCongrats to Jon Rahm. Can he close the deal at the Open to complete the slam?
Fk that guy. Can't stand him. :)
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 16, 2026, 05:32:51 PMFk that guy. Can't stand him. :)
It's over. Best player in the game and it isn't close.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 16, 2026, 05:37:58 PMIt's over. Best player in the game and it isn't close.
Aberg is dangerous.
Wow. 31 on the back 9 for Smalley.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 16, 2026, 05:39:26 PMAberg is dangerous.
Only way Rahm loses is if he misses his tee time.
Should be a great Sunday of golf.
Which is something that's never said when I tee it up on a Sunday.
Quote from: MU82 on May 16, 2026, 07:22:19 PMShould be a great Sunday of golf.
Which is something that's never said when I tee it up on a Sunday.
PGA setup has been bad this week. No separation at the top.
30 players between -1 and -4. Credit to Smalley for his finish when most guys were vomiting over themselves on 18. That birdie was probably worth a shot and a half on the field.
PGA's move to May is no better than having it in August. In August, this track probably allows for some separation but not in May. May golf north of the Mason-Dixon Line limits what you can do to the course. Too bad in this case.
Will be very curious to see how Frisco plays next year because this whole move revolved around that despite what they may say. They own the venue. Built it for this event to host every 7-9 years. If that's another Valhalla, and that's the vibe, what a terrible move.
It doesn't bother me, Unk. I like having a major to watch in May ... and it's all about me, you know?
Quote from: MU82 on May 16, 2026, 08:10:21 PMIt doesn't bother me, Unk. I like having a major to watch in May ... and it's all about me, you know?
The PGA shouldn't be a major. The Australian Open should be
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 16, 2026, 08:21:16 PMThe PGA shouldn't be a major. The Australian Open should be
That would be fine with me ... but it isn't. So this is what we've got.
Who ya got? Will it be a surprise wimner or Rory, Ludwig, Xander, or Rahm? If Smalley has a rough start this could be a crazy day. Aberg is my pick so I assume he's toast. :(
Kitayama posts a 63. This could be absolutely wild if the weather stays the same.
I'm predicting -8 is our winner.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 17, 2026, 12:39:36 PMI'm predicting -8 is our winner.
Rahm'll get to -10
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 17, 2026, 01:40:25 PMDammit. Jinx him!!
He's going to win at least two majors this year
It's absolutely wide open. And the back 9 is harder. Big miss by Rory from the tee box on 10. He needs to make a move. It's looking more like -7 or possibly -6. No one is usurping the tournament just yet.
I think JT can put his feet up and practice his speech.
Quote from: tower912 on May 17, 2026, 04:11:45 PMI think JT can put his feet up and practice his speech.
It's getting crazy. I think it will be -6 but you could be right. Rory unfortunately missed a good opportunity. If it winds up -5 it will be a playoff.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 17, 2026, 04:20:16 PMIt's getting crazy. I think it will be -6 but you could be right. Rory unfortunately missed a good opportunity. If it winds up -5 it will be a playoff.
Rahm has this wrapped up
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 17, 2026, 04:20:54 PMRahm has this wrapped up
Nope. If Rai makes this putt he's in a tremendous position.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 17, 2026, 04:23:08 PMNope. If Rai makes this putt he's in a tremendous position.
He'll choke
Rai getting to 7 is going force everybody else to get aggressive.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 17, 2026, 04:25:50 PM🦣 🦣 putt. Absolutely Gargantuan.
He'll finish at -4
Quote from: tower912 on May 17, 2026, 04:26:58 PMRai getting to 7 is going force everybody else to get aggressive.
That's why I stated it was 🦣 🦣 🦣 Tower. I think he has +1 to play with his final 4 holes. I've already given him a par on 14.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 17, 2026, 04:30:05 PMHe'll finish at -4
+3 the final four holes? That would be beyond shocking. +2? Perhaps.
It looks over to me. Brilliant decision and execution for Rai on 15.
Oh....whoops. I forgot about Schmid. It's a two man race. :)
Dumbass fan taunting Rory.
Ballgame. Give Rai credit.
For a while, Rai played with iron covers on his clubs to remind himself of his humble roots.
Quote from: tower912 on May 17, 2026, 05:13:42 PMFor a while, Rai played with iron covers on his clubs to remind himself of his humble roots.
Omg!!!
Game
Set
Match
And thanks for playing.
Rai's gonna wind up winning by 3 or 4.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 17, 2026, 05:19:17 PMGame
Set
Match
And thanks for playing.
Rai's gonna wind up winning by 3 or 4.
British never should have given up India
31 on the Back 9 doesn't suck. Especially with everyone else spraying the ball all over the place.
Golf bros and golf influencers will hate this result, so, good on yeah, Aaron.
And he's not American, so that's a plus
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 17, 2026, 06:24:36 PMGolf bros and golf influencers will hate this result, so, good on yeah, Aaron.
And he's not American, so that's a plus
I like elite performances. He earned that victory by being by far the best player on the course when it mattered. Props to the young man.
Quote from: MuggsyB on May 17, 2026, 06:47:22 PMI like elite performances. He earned that victory by being by far the best player on the course when it mattered. Props to the young man.
Plus, it's always good when Euros win these on American soil in front of the morons who chant, "USA, USA".
Quote from: Uncle Rico on May 17, 2026, 06:48:42 PMPlus, it's always good when Euros win these on American soil in front of the morons who chant, "USA, USA".
Depends on the Euro. But there's no place for those particular fans chanting USA, USA.
The iron covers are a nice story, endearing throwback. But the double glove is the dorkiest thing ever that can't be spun to anything but.
But full credit to Rai, he was lights out all weekend. Though I think he's likely Danny Willet 2.0 as it pertains to subsequent PGA success.
The two gloves are definitely idiosyncratic. There was another journeyman pro who did that. Tommy Gainey.
I wear rain gloves when I play in the rain. Amazing how your grip gets better as the clubs get wetter. I have thought about it on super humid days but I just bring along an extra towel instead.
He also has unusual ball position with his driver. But, hey, congratulations. A good guy journeyman got hot at the right time. He seized the moment and the tournament.
Nelly shot +2, embarrassing America and the troops. She needs to be deported back to Europe to live with the trash of the world
Well, Nelly won. Terrible day for America. Hope young women and girls aren't motivated to take up sports when they should be in the home. Just terrible
Pretty good start to the season for Nelly. :)
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 07, 2026, 07:04:04 PMPretty good start to the season for Nelly. :)
She should be in the home raising a family. Women's lib ruined this country.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 07, 2026, 07:05:31 PMShe should be in the home raising a family. Women's lib ruined this country.
It was better when the golfers were chunky like Nancy Lopez.
Quote from: The Sultan on June 07, 2026, 07:15:28 PMIt was better when the golfers were chunky like Nancy Lopez.
As an evangelical Christian, women playing sports should only be done behind closed doors and only under supervision of men. Things would be a lot better that way
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 07, 2026, 07:17:27 PMAs an evangelical Christian, women playing sports should only be done behind closed doors and only under supervision of men. Things would be a lot better that way
And their knees should be covered.
Whoa Nelly ... what a putt!
Not terribly surprising to find out that Phil Mickelson is kind of a dick.
Phil Mickelson, once one of America's most popular and notable athletes, has been accused of inappropriate conduct at a San Diego area golf club, and has been removed from the club, according to a report in Golf Digest.
Mickelson is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club near San Diego, according to Golf Digest, after an alleged incident this past spring. A female employee accused Mickelson of, in Golf Digest's words, "nonconsensual and inappropriate physical contact" prior to a round. The employee reported the incident to supervisors, according to the report, and club officials confronted Mickelson in the middle of his golf round. He was asked to leave and departed the club before finishing his round, per the report.
The Farms provided a statement to Golf Digest that included the following: "Following a staff member report of member misconduct, the Club provided immediate and ongoing support to the staff member, conducted a thorough independent investigation of the incident and took decisive action. This individual is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club." Multiple Golf Digest sources indicated that the "individual" was Mickelson.
https://sports.yahoo.com/golf/article/report-phil-mickelson-expelled-from-golf-club-after-alleged-inappropriate-physical-contact-with-female-staffer-183712318.html
Quote from: Pakuni on June 11, 2026, 02:21:36 PMNot terribly surprising to find out that Phil Mickelson is kind of a dick.
Phil Mickelson, once one of America's most popular and notable athletes, has been accused of inappropriate conduct at a San Diego area golf club, and has been removed from the club, according to a report in Golf Digest.
Mickelson is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club near San Diego, according to Golf Digest, after an alleged incident this past spring. A female employee accused Mickelson of, in Golf Digest's words, "nonconsensual and inappropriate physical contact" prior to a round. The employee reported the incident to supervisors, according to the report, and club officials confronted Mickelson in the middle of his golf round. He was asked to leave and departed the club before finishing his round, per the report.
The Farms provided a statement to Golf Digest that included the following: "Following a staff member report of member misconduct, the Club provided immediate and ongoing support to the staff member, conducted a thorough independent investigation of the incident and took decisive action. This individual is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club." Multiple Golf Digest sources indicated that the "individual" was Mickelson.
https://sports.yahoo.com/golf/article/report-phil-mickelson-expelled-from-golf-club-after-alleged-inappropriate-physical-contact-with-female-staffer-183712318.html
But he's a FAMILY MAN
At least Phil and Tiger have douchebaggery in common.
Quote from: MU82 on June 11, 2026, 03:35:10 PMAt least Phil and Tiger have douchebaggery in common.
FIGJAM has always been one of sports biggest phonies
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 11, 2026, 02:58:29 PMBut he's a FAMILY MAN
First word in his Twitter profile? "Husband."
Quote from: Pakuni on June 11, 2026, 04:03:27 PMFirst word in his Twitter profile? "Husband."
Case closed. He's innocent.
Heartbreaking ...
LIV Golf's future appears to be increasingly doubtful. Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, which said in April that it would stop funding the upstart professional golf tournament, has reportedly only provided a third of the $600 million it had committed for this year, according to The Financial Times, citing a financial filing and unnamed sources. A funding shortfall adds pressure on LIV officials to find new investors to avoid financial collapse.
Quote from: Pakuni on June 11, 2026, 02:21:36 PMNot terribly surprising to find out that Phil Mickelson is kind of a dick.
Phil Mickelson, once one of America's most popular and notable athletes, has been accused of inappropriate conduct at a San Diego area golf club, and has been removed from the club, according to a report in Golf Digest.
Mickelson is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club near San Diego, according to Golf Digest, after an alleged incident this past spring. A female employee accused Mickelson of, in Golf Digest's words, "nonconsensual and inappropriate physical contact" prior to a round. The employee reported the incident to supervisors, according to the report, and club officials confronted Mickelson in the middle of his golf round. He was asked to leave and departed the club before finishing his round, per the report.
The Farms provided a statement to Golf Digest that included the following: "Following a staff member report of member misconduct, the Club provided immediate and ongoing support to the staff member, conducted a thorough independent investigation of the incident and took decisive action. This individual is no longer a member of The Farms Golf Club." Multiple Golf Digest sources indicated that the "individual" was Mickelson.
https://sports.yahoo.com/golf/article/report-phil-mickelson-expelled-from-golf-club-after-alleged-inappropriate-physical-contact-with-female-staffer-183712318.html
This is absolutely disgusting if the allegations are true. What a colossal fkbag and irredeemable loser.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 13, 2026, 06:56:13 AMThis is absolutely disgusting if the allegations are true. What a colossal fkbag and irredeemable loser.
He'll probably get elected
Arnie never got kicked out of Latrobe for feeling up the help...
Quote from: The Sultan on June 13, 2026, 10:43:26 AMArnie never got kicked out of Latrobe for feeling up the help...
Women's lib ruined this country
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 13, 2026, 10:50:48 AMWomen's lib ruined this country
They really should have been grateful that a man that powerful and accomplished deemed them worthy of groping. Instead they will likely end up barren, leading to the downfall of true American culture.
I knew Shinnecock Hills is brutally difficult, but I was still surprised to see this stat on Yahoo Sports:
This week's U.S. Open will be the fifth it has hosted since 1900, and of the 520 different golfers who have competed in the first four, just three have ended the week under par: Retief Goosen (-4 in 2004), Phil Mickelson (-2 in 2004) and Ray Floyd (-1 in 1986). Brooks Koepka won in 2018 at +1 and Corey Pavin won in 1995 at even par.
Quote from: MU82 on June 16, 2026, 11:40:11 AMI knew Shinnecock Hills is brutally difficult, but I was still surprised to see this stat on Yahoo Sports:
This week's U.S. Open will be the fifth it has hosted since 1900, and of the 520 different golfers who have competed in the first four, just three have ended the week under par: Retief Goosen (-4 in 2004), Phil Mickelson (-2 in 2004) and Ray Floyd (-1 in 1986). Brooks Koepka won in 2018 at +1 and Corey Pavin won in 1995 at even par.
Weather looks good for the weekend but Thursday ought to be interesting. High winds with a chance of rain. They'll probably err on the side of caution which could mean lower scores than expected if the wind doesn't materialize.
15-20MPH wind on the weekend will probably mean some slow play but forecasted temperatures are mild. I'll say -2 or -3 wins it.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 16, 2026, 11:53:30 AMWeather looks good for the weekend but Thursday ought to be interesting. High winds with a chance of rain. They'll probably err on the side of caution which could mean lower scores than expected if the wind doesn't materialize.
15-20MPH wind on the weekend will probably mean some slow play but forecasted temperatures are mild. I'll say -2 or -3 wins it.
I shot one under there last weekend. Herm served me my Miller Lite at the turn.
Quote from: wadesworld on June 16, 2026, 11:54:44 AMI shot one under there last weekend. Herm served me my Miller Lite at the turn.
Hopefully, the can or bottle was still sealed when Cosby Jr. handed it to you.
Shinnecock has widened their fairways this week, compared to previous Opens. Hitting it sideways will be more penal than ever. If the wind blows, over par wins it again. If rain softens the course and the wind stays down, -5.
Fairway Jesus or Xander.
Quote from: MU82 on June 18, 2026, 01:35:10 AMFairway Jesus or Xander.
Hopefully, not an American
Assuming they play today, we could have some 🦣 scores.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 18, 2026, 07:45:26 AMAssuming they play today, we could have some 🦣 scores.
Forecast shapes up nicely for a non-American winner
Congratulations to Dylan Wu on winning his first US Open
Stick a fork in Scheffler. He's done.
Aberg's tournament to win
Rory absolutely running away with this.
Congratulations to Bryson Dechambeau on winning his second US Open
🇺🇸 seems to be well represented looking at the Leaderboard.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 18, 2026, 05:48:44 PM🇺🇸 seems to be well represented looking at the Leaderboard.
Rahmbo
-6 is a crazy score.
Course played surprisingly easy with that wind howling.
Fairways are a mile wide, and there were relatively few horrific fescue escapades. Xander had one. Reed hit a shot sideways out of it.
One of Rory's errant shots was mistakenly picked up by a female spectator. The groan was very audible on the broadcast. But this, from French coverage, is one of the best things you'll see all week.
https://x.com/massilia__om/status/2067723389842661822?s=46 (https://x.com/massilia__om/status/2067723389842661822?s=46)
I think I laughed at it 3-4 times in a row at least
Course is too easy. USGA has gone soft because American golfers are such crybabies they have to make it easier for them. Hope they changed their diapers for them, too.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 19, 2026, 06:46:52 AMCourse is too easy. USGA has gone soft because American golfers are such crybabies they have to make it easier for them. Hope they changed their diapers for them, too.
You may be right. What should be done moving forward? I was expecting E-Par to win this event.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 19, 2026, 07:46:08 AMYou may be right. What should be done moving forward? I was expecting E-Par to win this event.
Disregard everything American golfers have to say about course setup, equipment, and the game of golf in general.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 19, 2026, 06:46:52 AMCourse is too easy. USGA has gone soft because American golfers are such crybabies they have to make it easier for them. Hope they changed their diapers for them, too.
I'll never forgive them for neutering Erin Hills.
Quote from: cheebs09 on June 19, 2026, 08:21:23 AMI'll never forgive them for neutering Erin Hills.
Erin Hills can't host the men without an equipment roll back. When the wind doesn't blow, that course is way too easy for them. Before frying pan drivers and the modern golf ball, it would have been a real test. With today's equipment? Forget about it.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 19, 2026, 07:52:52 AMDisregard everything American golfers have to say about course setup, equipment, and the game of golf in general.
We need to jinx Clark. I don't like the guy.
That was a sick shot from Matty.
Bryson +4. 6 behind Mouw and Cowan.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 19, 2026, 08:32:34 AMWe need to jinx Clark. I don't like the guy.
Don't blame you. He's a typical, spoiled American golfer.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 19, 2026, 09:45:53 AMDon't blame you. He's a typical, spoiled American golfer.
The Euro golfers aren't spoiled?
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 19, 2026, 10:05:23 AMThe Euro golfers aren't spoiled?
Nope. True sportsmen and stewards of the game.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 19, 2026, 10:08:32 AMNope. True sportsmen and stewards of the game.
Okay. Makes sense.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 19, 2026, 10:20:29 AMOkay. Makes sense.
It's why they're so easy to root for in the Ryder Cup. Play for pride and teammates while Americans play for money and self-promotion.
Congrats to Wyndham Clark on winning his second US Open. Hope he doesn't smash any more locker rooms up like a spoiled brat American golfer
Feels like a British Open with the late/early weather vs. the early/late weather.
I see Rahm and Bryson will NOT be playing the weekend.
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We're gonna need the dude to have a meltdown.
It's nice to see a 17 year old make the cut.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 19, 2026, 03:41:29 PMI see Rahm and Bryson will NOT be playing the weekend.
LIV ... and let die.
Hell of a snowman by DJ, too. Looked like me on that one.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 19, 2026, 03:41:29 PMI see Rahm and Bryson will NOT be playing the weekend.
Looks like they could start XXXVI.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 19, 2026, 05:58:21 PMWe're gonna need the dude to have a meltdown.
Hope so. Would hate to see an American win
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 20, 2026, 07:10:03 AMHope so. Would hate to see an American win
You don't have to attack every American. It's okay to be more selective.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 20, 2026, 07:11:49 AMYou don't have to attack every American. It's okay to be more selective.
If Wyndham Clark wasn't a golfer, he'd probably be a dentist
Too bad the wind is going to lay down for the leaders. Could have had some Saturday carnage.
Quote from: tower912 on June 20, 2026, 10:39:20 AMToo bad the wind is going to lay down for the leaders. Could have had some Saturday carnage.
Yes. Very unfortunate.
Hopefully Clark bogeys 9.
The guy just won't miss putts. Very upsetting.
It will have to be a Norman like collapse for Clark to lose this tournament.
Give the man his due. Take him off and it looks like a classic US Open leaderboard and the question is whether the winner finishes under par. He had a super hot streak Thursday as the wind died. He has made it stand up.
The heel has gotten it done.
Quote from: tower912 on June 20, 2026, 06:20:23 PMGive the man his due. Take him off and it looks like a classic US Open leaderboard and the question is whether the winner finishes under par. He had a super hot streak Thursday as the wind died. He has made it stand up.
The heel has gotten it done.
The best round of the day was in the morning when the wind was brutal. No one within 4 strokes of Clark put any pressure on him. That said, he's dominating. That was a sick shot on 16.
Everyone else is scoring like it is a US Open. So has WC for the last two rounds. Thursday hot streak.
Quote from: tower912 on June 20, 2026, 06:39:37 PMEveryone else is scoring like it is a US Open. So has WC for the last two rounds. Thursday hot streak.
Grillo shot a 67 in the morning.
Getting to even. Passing many players. US Open.
Quote from: tower912 on June 20, 2026, 06:53:49 PMGetting to even. Passing many players. US Open.
If a 67 was out there in the morning, it begs the question why none of the leaders could muster a challenge? Maybe the greens baked out?
The 67 was low round for the day. Somebody had to have it. Pretty typical.
Clark is -1 over his last 38 holes.
Quote from: tower912 on June 20, 2026, 07:27:14 PMThe 67 was low round for the day. Somebody had to have it. Pretty typical.
Clark is -1 over his last 38 holes.
Well, I don't see him losing a 7 shot lead.
Probably not.
I think I would've finished 2nd this weekend.
Even when it's a golfer I like, it's not all that enjoyable to watch a Sunday runaway in a major. And Clark's not in that category.
Here's hoping he's skittery - in the fescue all day, and yippie on his putts!
Quote from: tower912 on June 20, 2026, 07:27:14 PMThe 67 was low round for the day. Somebody had to have it. Pretty typical.
Clark is -1 over his last 38 holes.
He's been incredible. So many chances to go off the rails on Saturday and kept staying on track. That shot on 16 was on the razor's edge. Half a yard right and he's staring at a terrifying bunker shot. But he pulled it off when no one else did. The par save on 10 when half the field was bogeying or worse. Not a fan or hater, but do appreciate when a player suffocates the field like he is.
With the wind down on Sunday, he'll have a player or two possibly "charge" to -3 or so but he's going to have to start missing those par putts for anyone else to have a chance.
Data golf says 71% chance to win, but it feels much higher than that.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 21, 2026, 05:26:21 AMHe's been incredible. So many chances to go off the rails on Saturday and kept staying on track. That shot on 16 was on the razor's edge. Half a yard right and he's staring at a terrifying bunker shot. But he pulled it off when no one else did. The par save on 10 when half the field was bogeying or worse. Not a fan or hater, but do appreciate when a player suffocates the field like he is.
With the wind down on Sunday, he'll have a player or two possibly "charge" to -3 or so but he's going to have to start missing those par putts for anyone else to have a chance.
Data golf says 71% chance to win, but it feels much higher than that.
It's closer to 87.7% from my calculations.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 21, 2026, 08:08:04 AMIt's closer to 87.7% from my calculations.
BeeJay says 69%
Quote from: wadesworld on June 21, 2026, 08:30:29 AMBeeJay says 69%
With an 18% chance of hysteria, paranoia, inanity, and conspiracy theories.
Golf. 18 holes. JB plays pickleball. Coincidence?
There's definitely a low score out there. But it needs to be executed with WC shooting 73.
Not the start Scheffy wanted.
We could have an opening for Burns?
Gargantuan break for WC with that lie. Damn.
The par saves from Clark have been crazy. Very unfortunate. :(
Nice! The lead is down to 1.
Spectators being removed from the grounds.
American golf spectators embarrassing themselves again. Modern American ugliness.
Quote from: tower912 on June 21, 2026, 03:55:16 PMSpectators being removed from the grounds.
So easy to cheer for Team Europe at the Ryder Cup. American golf spectators represent this country so well. Drunken louts with zero respect.
🦣 miss for Burns at 15.
Interesting for a minute. Clark disproving the trope that you can't win the tournament on Thursday.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 21, 2026, 04:17:58 PM🦣 miss for Burns at 15.
Burns is about as clutch as the American team at the Ryder Cup. He's a loser.
Quote from: tower912 on June 21, 2026, 04:19:42 PMInteresting for a minute. Clark disproving the trope that you can't win the tournament on Thursday.
Not over yet.
Scottie is never going to win another major. Take that to the bank.
Tremendous shot by Burns on 17. Needs to drop the birdie putt.
That was an extremely poor putt from Burns.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 21, 2026, 04:46:57 PMThat was an extremely poor putt from Burns.
There was zero chance that was going in
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 21, 2026, 04:48:15 PMThere was zero chance that was going in
None. What was that?
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 21, 2026, 04:33:30 PMScottie is never going to win another major. Take that to the bank.
Bump
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 21, 2026, 04:48:35 PMNone. What was that?
If Burns had to make a 3' putt to save your life, you might as well plan for death
Quote from: Uncle Rico on June 21, 2026, 04:50:06 PMIf Burns had to make a 3' putt to save your life, you might as well plan for death
It looked like a total gag to me. He hit that like a lag putt from 7 feet? Dumbfounding.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 21, 2026, 04:54:34 PMIt looked like a total gag to me.
He'll have another chance to prove me wrong
This is now Burns' third chance for a birdie on the back nine. Must make.
That was a good putt, just didn't drop. The putt however on 17 was brutal.
Oh boy. Wide left for WC on 16. But it's a par 5. :(
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 21, 2026, 05:03:32 PMThat was a good putt, just didn't drop. The putt however on 17 was brutal.
He should get a job picking balls on a range in Lake Charles
Ball game.
Congrats to Miyu Y.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 21, 2026, 05:22:19 PMCongrats to Miyu Yamacrapa!!
Yamacrapa is 4'11. You should be a little more respectful.
Wyndham Clark isn't liked by the Sponsored By High Noon golf bros, so, at least he has that going for him.
Quote from: tower912 on June 21, 2026, 05:27:02 PMYamacrapa is 4'11. You should be a little more respectful.
I wrote her name and it auto changed it because of her last 5 letters. Inexcusable. I have tremendous respect for the young lady!
Wonder if anyone destroyed a Shinnecock locker to get a leg up for next year.
Pebble next year.
I'm trying to remember if I'd ever before seen a golf tournament held in America during which Americans were noticeably rooting against an American golfer.
Pretty gritty of him to hold on and win that tournament. His putt on 16 was monumental, and his lag putt on 18 was clutch.
Clark reaped what he had sown over the last couple of years. To his credit, he has apologized for his actions and attempted to atone. He is also self aware enough to recognize where the antipathy comes from. He is giving every sign of attempting to grow beyond his past actions. All any of us can do.
However, sports fans are not forgiving and love having a heel to root against. Or a player to scapegoat. Until Patrick Reed returns and LIV finishes collapsing and the turncoats come stinking back, Clark is the heel.
He showed a spine of steel and huevos grande standing up to it and letting it carry him. And then being forgiving about it.
Quote from: MU82 on June 22, 2026, 11:02:18 AMI'm trying to remember if I'd ever before seen a golf tournament held in America during which Americans were noticeably rooting against an American golfer.
Pretty gritty of him to hold on and win that tournament. His putt on 16 was monumental, and his lag putt on 18 was clutch.
To be fair, his primary competition/chaser was also American, whether is was Scheffler on Saturday or Burns yesterday. So its not like they were rooting for a random European over the American.
Quote from: tower912 on June 22, 2026, 11:34:52 AMClark reaped what he had sown over the last couple of years. To his credit, he has apologized for his actions and attempted to atone. He is also self aware enough to recognize where the antipathy comes from. He is giving every sign of attempting to grow beyond his past actions. All any of us can do.
However, sports fans are not forgiving and love having a heel to root against. Or a player to scapegoat. Until Patrick Reed returns and LIV finishes collapsing and the turncoats come stinking back, Clark is the heel.
He showed a spine of steel and huevos grande standing up to it and letting it carry him. And then being forgiving about it.
He's really a prime example of sports fan fickleness and the randomness of organic narrative/reputation creation. He was a relative no-name when he won in 2023. Had only just recently won his first tournament, had only 2 major cuts made going into the 2023 US Open, and he beat out a beloved golfer in Rory (who was major-less for a decade at that point) to do it, so people were probably like "screw this guy". Then he wasn't very good in that disastrous 2023 Ryder Cup. So more confirmation bias for their feelings.
Then the Oakmont incident sealed it. There is no defending it, he obviously knew it was terrible and immediately went about rectifying the situation and atoning for it. But I don't buy that neutral people were THAT offended by it. Nobody was like "I really liked Clark, but then he broke that locker and I can never root for him again". People overlooked far worse from Tiger in his heydey or Dustin Johnson when he was at his peak, because people liked them at the time, for one reason or another. But a locker at a club they have no affiliation with or affinity towards is a bridge to far...cause its someone they don't care for anyways. Its not like he damaged something cherished at Augusta.
But totally agree with your last statement too. Especially for a guy who has struggled a ton with the mental aspect of golf at various stages of his career...whether it be after losing his mother in college or spiraling into poor performance after the Oakmont backlash. Also, firing/moving on from a caddy is never easy, especially when he'd been with him since before he qualified for the PGA Tour, but its paid dividends with 2 wins, including the US Open, in just 3 months.
I would rather several others have won because I like them, but I'm not a Clark hater. Or a liker. Had I been there, I wouldn't have heckled him, nor loudly cheered him. I don't dislike him as I do DeChambeau. I'm basically indifferent.
The thing I want most as a TV consumer of golf majors is Sunday drama. He and others provided that, so that's cool.
Change is afoot.
CROMWELL, Conn. -- The PGA Tour has approved recommendations from the Future Competition Committee that will dramatically reshape the tour's competitive structure starting in 2028, the tour announced Tuesday.
The Future Competition Committee's recommended changes were approved by the PGA Tour Policy Board and PGA Tour Enterprises Board during meetings in West Hartford, Connecticut, on Monday.
Among other changes, the tour's new model will include two separate series of tournaments -- the PGA Tour Championship Series and PGA Tour Challenger Series -- that will run concurrently during the season. The Challenger Series will be the primary pathway to the Championship Series, with golfers competing to advance to the top track, including in-season elevation with two victories.
https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/49152701/pga-tour-unveils-dramatic-changes-separate-fields-schedules
Quote from: MU82 on June 22, 2026, 03:21:22 PMI would rather several others have won because I like them, but I'm not a Clark hater. Or a liker. Had I been there, I wouldn't have heckled him, nor loudly cheered him. I don't dislike him as I do DeChambeau. I'm basically indifferent.
And I think that pretty much sums it up. I don't dislike Bryson like many here, but I COMPLETELY get why people don't like him and I think it's fairly merited from that angle. Which I never felt with Clark and the vitriol/dislike that he got.
Quote from: JWags85 on June 23, 2026, 09:28:37 AMAnd I think that pretty much sums it up. I don't dislike Bryson like many here, but I COMPLETELY get why people don't like him and I think it's fairly merited from that angle. Which I never felt with Clark and the vitriol/dislike that he got.
Clark made the mistake of beating Rickie and Rory in LA when either would have been the preferred winner/story.
He made another mistake of winning this weekend when Scottie was hanging around through the weekend.
I'm old enough to remember when Lee Janzen beat the preferred winner, Payne Stewart twice. Underwhelming victor. Not the same history of douchebaggery as Clark, but similar vibes.
I really believed FIGJAM was a great family man.
Wow, did Nelly give away a lot of strokes with the putter today. Her drives and irons were plenty good enough for her to be in the lead.
Quote from: MU82 on June 27, 2026, 04:41:00 PMWow, did Nelly give away a lot of strokes with the putter today. Her drives and irons were plenty good enough for her to be in the lead.
Yes. As I've stayed before, Nelly is significantly better than the other top players in the world. If she became a better and more consistent putter she might very well win at a Tiger like level. She is still in this tournament but has missed countless short putts. Statistically she's pretty good, but she has the propensity to miss a lot in 8-10 foot range. It's very unfortunate but correctable.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 28, 2026, 12:15:14 PMYes. As I've stayed before, Nelly is significantly better than the other top players in the world. If she became a better and more consistent putter she might very well win at a Tiger like level. She is still in this tournament but has missed countless short putts. Statistically she's pretty good, but she has the propensity to miss a lot in 8-10 foot range. It's very unfortunate but correctable.
Nelly choked like a dog and embarrassed the troops
Putt well, have a chance.
Putt poorly, don't have a chance.
True on tour.
True in your round with your friends.
True in scrambles.
We've got a barnburner at the Travelers.
Quote from: tower912 on June 28, 2026, 06:21:56 PMPutt well, have a chance.
Putt poorly, don't have a chance.
True on tour.
True in your round with your friends.
True in scrambles.
Exactly. Unfortunately Nelly didn't read my post which would have led to greater focus.
:)
The fans are embarrassing themselves right now.
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 28, 2026, 07:17:59 PMThe fans are embarrassing themselves right now.
Right now?
Quote from: MuggsyB on June 28, 2026, 07:42:43 PMThey did on the 18th hole with Hovland.
Trump's America.
Quote from: tower912 on June 29, 2026, 06:47:26 AMSports fans are getting worse.
Emboldened by American leadership
Oops.
Norway parties, America weeps.
Quote from: MU82 on June 29, 2026, 01:21:09 PMOops.
Norway parties, America weeps.
Great result!
https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/monday-qualifiers/2026/06/29/monday-qualifiers-john-deere-classic-tpc-deere-run
MU guy in the John Deere Classic!
FIGJAM using the MAGA playbook in his response to the story on his abhorrent behavior. Can't deny but can muddy the waters. He's going to be a future senator.
I got the pleasure today to watch my 19 year old figure out that swinging smoothly with the driver and judiciously hitting hybrids off the tee when necessary leads to lower scores. He hits his PW 160. He looked up at the end of the round and was giddy when I tallied them up and he had shot 85, beating his previous best by 10. What?!?!? Keeping it in play and avoiding big numbers is a thing?!?!?
That is what I love about golf. You never know when magic is going to happen.
Of course I beat him by 9. Please.
But I actually had to think about it a little.
Quote from: tower912 on July 08, 2026, 03:14:05 PMI got the pleasure today to watch my 19 year old figure out that swinging smoothly with the driver and judiciously hitting hybrids off the tee when necessary leads to lower scores. He hits his PW 160. He looked up at the end of the round and was giddy when I tallied them up and he had shot 85, beating his previous best by 10. What?!?!? Keeping it in play and avoiding big numbers is a thing?!?!?
That is what I love about golf. You never know when magic is going to happen.
Of course I beat him by 9. Please.
But I actually had to think about it a little.
Great story, and happy for your son.
I'm still waiting for my golf magic to happen. Maybe when I turn 19!
Akie Iwai right now in 1st at the Evian.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 10, 2026, 08:01:46 AMAkie Iwai right now in 1st at the Evian.
Not a major
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 10, 2026, 08:09:41 AMNot a major
That's still no reason to attack Akie or her skills.
Nellie and Scottie both miss the cut. Golf is funny.
Quote from: tower912 on July 10, 2026, 03:31:28 PMNellie and Scottie both miss the cut. Golf is funny.
Nelly and Scottie made as many cuts this week as you and I did!
Quote from: tower912 on July 10, 2026, 03:31:28 PMNellie and Scottie both miss the cut. Golf is funny.
Scottie will never win another major.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 10, 2026, 08:49:04 AMThat's still no reason to attack Akie or her skills.
What attack? She's playing great golf at a dump of a golf course in an event that isn't a major.
With Scottie's career basically over, who's the best American player currently?
Gotterup has some nice wins on a variety of courses but hasn't really factored in majors.
Clark has been playing well but he's always living on the edge with his driver.
Bryson is a trick shot artist who can't play anything other than bomb and gouge and has the mental toughness of a Republican who sees a trans person on a beer can.
The rest of American golfers are soft and whiny. Pretty bleak times. Good opportunity for the International team to beat this collection of trash cans.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 11, 2026, 08:01:09 AMWith Scottie's career basically over, who's the best American player currently?
Gotterup has some nice wins on a variety of courses but hasn't really factored in majors.
Clark has been playing well but he's always living on the edge with his driver.
Bryson is a trick shot artist who can't play anything other than bomb and gouge and has the mental toughness of a Republican who sees a trans person on a beer can.
The rest of American golfers are soft and whiny. Pretty bleak times. Good opportunity for the International team to beat this collection of trash cans.
I'm rooting for Patrick Reed. He is a true American.
Quote from: wadesworld on July 11, 2026, 08:11:48 AMI'm rooting for Patrick Reed. He is a true American.
I think this is the correct answer. He loves the troops.
Ryu just went medieval wth a 60.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 11, 2026, 08:38:22 AMRyu just went medieval wth a 60.
Where are the American ladies at?
The Evian is coming down to the wire. Akie Iwai is showing a lot of grit!
Wow...lots of nerves on 18.
What a shot fron Henderson.
I think that's the first time someone has had 3 eagles in the final round of an LPGA event? Or maybe any round? We're going to extra holes. Akie still deserves props.
Love how the international team looks heading toward the President's Cup
Forecast at Birkdale is benign. Fast track and faster than usual greens in the offing.
R&A already sending out the warning that unruly behavior will not be tolerated.
Quote from: tower912 on July 13, 2026, 02:30:52 PMR&A already sending out the warning that unruly behavior will not be tolerated.
Don't let any Americans be in the crowd and they'll be fine.
Rooting for David Howard this week.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 13, 2026, 11:03:36 AMForecast at Birkdale is benign. Fast track and faster than usual greens in the offing.
Damn. No wind or rain anywhere in the forecast. That sucks.
R&A doesn't care. They choose the course and then let conditions dictate the score. I love a good train wreck as much as the next guy. But this will be a different challenge. How to control downwind irons/wedges when they are landing on fairways as firm as your driveway? Can they avoid bunkers with 100 yards of rollout?
Think Tiger at Liverpool.
I can't root for the guy, but I can envision a scenario where Bryson bombs it over bunkers and gouges it out of wispy rough, landing his wedges 25 yards short of the green and playing the bounce.
Quote from: tower912 on July 14, 2026, 08:07:24 PMR&A doesn't care. They choose the course and then let conditions dictate the score. I love a good train wreck as much as the next guy. But this will be a different challenge. How to control downwind irons/wedges when they are landing on fairways as firm as your driveway? Can they avoid bunkers with 100 yards of rollout?
Think Tiger at Liverpool.
I can't root for the guy, but I can envision a scenario where Bryson bombs it over bunkers and gouges it out of wispy rough, landing his wedges 25 yards short of the green and playing the bounce.
Yes. Your last paragraph is what worries me. These guys will bomb it past those bunkers and have PW approaches all day. These courses are not designed for benign wind and guys with 290+ yrd carry distances.
The R&A doesn't have the obsession with protecting par. Lowest score wins.
Played Royal Birkdale a month ago at 2 under. Hoping the weather forecasts change drastically going into the weekend. Herm needs to have the mop ready to keep the floors clean.
Harry Kane has more time to golf with war criminals. ETTD
Someone could shoot a 61 today. Low scores early. Scheffy -3 through 5.
Nick Taylor -3 through 3.
Congratulations to Bryson Dechambeau on overcoming his Open demons and winning at Birkdale.
This thing is over.
Wow. Rose +5?
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 16, 2026, 07:46:00 AMWow. Rose +5?
How much does Bryson win by? Half a dozen is my guess. That's the only question left.
Pretty surprised the scores aren't lower. Brutal bogey for Scottie on 17.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 16, 2026, 09:11:48 AMPretty surprised the scores aren't lower. Brutal bogey for Scottie on 17.
Scottie is done. He can't play with Bryson. Gap is wider than Marquette and Butler
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 16, 2026, 09:15:11 AMScottie is done. He can't play with Bryson. Gap is wider than Marquette and Butler
He had a poor round after 6. Not sure what happened.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 16, 2026, 09:49:35 AMHe had a poor round after 6. Not sure what happened.
He stinks
Herbert is going medieval -8 through 12. Never heard of the guy.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 06:25:55 AMHerbert is going medueval. -8 through 12. Never heard of the guy.
Bryson will be -10 at the end of the day, so it won't matter, anyway
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 17, 2026, 07:32:56 AMBryson will be -10 at the end of the day, so it won't matter, anyway
Herbert is on 59 watch.
Whoops!!! Herbert goes dead left after a perfect 373 yrd drive on 17!
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 07:46:15 AMWhoops!!! Herbert goes dead left after a perfect 373 yrd drive on 17!
He knows Bryson is coming
Why is this guy wearing a LIV shirt? I thought they didn't exist anymore. Herbert was in perfect position for a birdie on 17 and mucked his approach shot left, misses a short par on 18, and settles for a 62. Gave away two strokes for sure! LIV karma??
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 17, 2026, 08:12:15 AMHe knows Bryson is coming
Bryson could easily have a meltdown. :)
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 08:14:44 AMWhy is this guy wearing a LIV shirt? I thought they didn't exist anymore. Herbert was in perfect position for a birdie on 17 and mucked his approach shot left, misses a short par on 18, and settles for a 62. Gave away two strokes for sure! LIV karma??
LIV still exists.
Burns posts the 2nd 62.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 08:14:44 AMWhy is this guy wearing a LIV shirt? I thought they didn't exist anymore. Herbert was in perfect position for a birdie on 17 and mucked his approach shot left, misses a short par on 18, and settles for a 62. Gave away two strokes for sure! LIV karma??
Lots of people wear shirts advertising their questionable choices.
Two man tournament between Rahm and Bryson.
Will Rahm be punished for his club throw?
LIV's revenge so far.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 17, 2026, 12:48:25 PMTwo man tournament between Rahm and Bryson.
Damn....how did you know? Fk.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 02:30:51 PMDamn....how did you know? Fk.
Best players in the world
Good strategy so far from Bryson.
Time for a certain world leader to call about a penalty being assessed.
Quote from: cheebs09 on July 17, 2026, 03:40:05 PMTime for a certain world leader to call about a penalty being assessed.
So many High Noons being slammed in solidarity
Bryson assessed a 2 shot penalty after the round for cheating.
Quote from: tower912 on July 17, 2026, 04:57:38 PMBryson assessed a 2 shot penalty after the round for cheating.
Make the call, Donald! An outrage to a true American great!
So wait...I missed what happened. Bryson was assessed a 2 stroke penalty for improving his lie when he launched a drive into the fescue. The RNA explained to him why and he's pissed so he might not play tomorrow? Is this just a Lebronish attention move? Ty.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 05:17:30 PMSo wait...I missed what happened. Bryson was assessed a 2 stroke penalty for improving his lie when he launched a drive into the fescue. The RNA explained to him why and he's pissed so he might not play tomorrow? Is this just a Lebronish attention move? Ty.
I don't see what the big deal is. He's buddies with the president and the president cheats at golf all the time. Why can't he?
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 17, 2026, 05:19:54 PMI don't see what the big deal is. He's buddies with the president and the president cheats at golf all the time. Why can't he?
This wasn't a political question. Even if Trump talks to the RNA.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 17, 2026, 05:19:54 PMI don't see what the big deal is. He's buddies with the president and the president cheats at golf all the time. Why can't he?
Yup. The R&A guy kept saying Bryson's fescue adventure was "accidental," but how does he know? Given the circles he hangs with, it wouldn't be very surprising if DeChambeau's a cheater.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 05:23:30 PMThis wasn't a political question. Even if Trump talks to the RNA.
I think the RNA is doing this for political reasons. To stick it to America and the troops. No one loves the troops more than Bryson. They know that and let's not forget how many Muslims they have in the British government. Could be payback for Iran.
That said, I'm sure Bryson learned that move from the President. They let you do it in America if you're a star.
Why can't people answer simple questions these day. Smh.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 06:48:57 PMWhy can't people answer simple questions these day. Smh.
Why do people compare it to LeBron these days when there is no comparison or makes any sense whatsoever?
How will LeBron-like Bryson respond today? I bet he shoots a 59 like the goat LeBron would.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 18, 2026, 06:31:23 AMHow will LeBron-like Bryson respond today? I bet he shoots a 59 like the goat LeBron would.
You missed the correlation between the two from an attention seeking standpoint. There's a zero percent chance Bryson wasn't going to play today, and a zero percent chance LeBron hasn't made a decision where he's playing next season.
The course is there for the taking. Fox -6 through 10. Who goes low among those -4 or better?
No wind = no defense.
Quote from: tower912 on July 18, 2026, 07:20:29 AMNo wind = no defense.
None other than a few bunkers. It's a putting contest right now. Some wind is coming but I'm surprised with the green speeds.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 18, 2026, 06:37:46 AMYou missed the correlation between the two from an attention seeking standpoint. There's a zero percent chance Bryson wasn't going to play today, and a zero percent chance LeBron hasn't made a decision where he's playing next season.
LeBron is the goat. Bryson isn't
Fox drops a 62. You gotta love how fast he plays.
Who ya got Fleetwood?
I guess he read my post.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 18, 2026, 09:58:52 AMWho ya got Fleetwood?
He would be as popular a champion as Lowry was at Portrush.
Quote from: tower912 on July 18, 2026, 11:23:20 AMHe would be as popular a champion as Lowery was at Portrush.
Scheffy still can't make a putt. Bryson just mucked a 4 footer.
I wouldn't have a problem with Fleetwood snagging this one. Young is dangerous.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 17, 2026, 06:48:57 PMWhy can't people answer simple questions these day. Smh.
why don't people use Google these days? Smh
Suber. Oooooh. Impreza-ve
Here comes Bryson
Super confused about Burns' decision on 17.
18 is a great finishing hole if it's bunched up tomorrow.
Herbert just got sent back to reality.
It seems like guys can putt early in the day but by the afternoon/evening it's much more difficult.
Yes. The greens get tracked up and bumpy.
Gotta love Rory.
"I was up in the players' lounge watching it with a few other players, and as soon as he made the step into the ball, we all sort of looked at each other, and we were like, 'that didn't seem right.' Then when I heard that he was called in by the rules officials ... it was pretty obvious for why.
"I think there's no doubt that he improved the line of his backswing. Again, it's like, whether it was careless or whether it was intentional, I don't think it matters. Hopefully it was careless, but I think the two-shot penalty was justified for sure."
And more ...
"I won't pretend to be up here and defend Bryson. I'm not particularly fond of him. I think a lot of it's performative. I think a lot of it's for attention.
"To hold the tournament hostage like that, and to have all of us — players, volunteers, everyone — waiting on him to depart, I didn't feel like it was a great look."
Quote from: MU82 on July 18, 2026, 05:24:19 PMGotta love Rory.
"I was up in the players' lounge watching it with a few other players, and as soon as he made the step into the ball, we all sort of looked at each other, and we were like, 'that didn't seem right.' Then when I heard that he was called in by the rules officials ... it was pretty obvious for why.
"I think there's no doubt that he improved the line of his backswing. Again, it's like, whether it was careless or whether it was intentional, I don't think it matters. Hopefully it was careless, but I think the two-shot penalty was justified for sure."
And more ...
"I won't pretend to be up here and defend Bryson. I'm not particularly fond of him. I think a lot of it's performative. I think a lot of it's for attention.
"To hold the tournament hostage like that, and to have all of us — players, volunteers, everyone — waiting on him to depart, I didn't feel like it was a great look."
From what I saw, Rory is pretty accurate. At best it was extremely careless and not intentional. And the rules are pretty clear cut. I don't really understand why the RNA didn't just give him the penalty and move on. Bringing him back to the scene served no purpose imo.
Rory hasn't gotten over the 2024 US Open yet.
Quote from: CreightonWarrior on July 18, 2026, 09:03:22 PMRory hasn't gotten over the 2024 US Open yet.
I've always like Rory, been a fan for a decade plus. Running into him in an airport early in his career and the brief conversation I had with him was one of the best athlete interactions Ive ever had to this day. Not to mention, I respect the stance and power moves he took in the heat of the LIV drama and departures.
I don't dislike Bryson like Rory (or most of the board here) but I think the penalty was probably fair and justified if you want to get precise to the absolute letter of the law without context or broad interpretation (very British if we're being honest). I get why Bryson was annoyed, I get why he felt hard done by it, and think he's not crazy think that he is a bit more scrutinized (though he absolutely brings that upon himself. The double edged sword of his personality, his YouTube persona, and his testing of the rules/limits on a variety of things).
That being said, Rory has become kind of a borderline holier than thou pretentious whinger lately. This isn't the first time and certainly won't be the last. Funny hearing him say this was "performative" when he's the one who took it upon himself to confiscate a fan's phone who heckled him among other fits and outbursts over the last few years.
Interesting that both Xander and Sam Burns defended Bryson and didn't necessarily think the ruling was fair.
Nah, Rory's right. And Xander and Sam have to be teammates with DeChambeau in the President's Cup.
DeChambeau thinks he reinvented golf and that he's smarter than everyone else. His fellow players know he's a phony ... just as Mickelson's fellow players knew that about him.
Quote from: JWags85 on July 18, 2026, 09:53:37 PMI've always like Rory, been a fan for a decade plus. Running into him in an airport early in his career and the brief conversation I had with him was one of the best athlete interactions Ive ever had to this day. Not to mention, I respect the stance and power moves he took in the heat of the LIV drama and departures.
I don't dislike Bryson like Rory (or most of the board here) but I think the penalty was probably fair and justified if you want to get precise to the absolute letter of the law without context or broad interpretation (very British if we're being honest). I get why Bryson was annoyed, I get why he felt hard done by it, and think he's not crazy think that he is a bit more scrutinized (though he absolutely brings that upon himself. The double edged sword of his personality, his YouTube persona, and his testing of the rules/limits on a variety of things).
That being said, Rory has become kind of a borderline holier than thou pretentious whinger lately. This isn't the first time and certainly won't be the last. Funny hearing him say this was "performative" when he's the one who took it upon himself to confiscate a fan's phone who heckled him among other fits and outbursts over the last few years.
Interesting that both Xander and Sam Burns defended Bryson and didn't necessarily think the ruling was fair.
It doesn't matter based on the rule either way, but I actually think what Bryson did was intentional when I viewed the video. Again, at the very least it was reckless. Now perhaps Rory has been "holier than thou", I don't know, but he was specifically asked about Bryson and the ruling. Why the RNA went back to the spot, which led to Bryson being "performative", is what doesn't make any sense at all to me.
It's gonna be an interesting day. Young is on fire early. We could have a big comeback if we have similar changes to the greens.
The fescue has honestly been no problem for these guys. A think a month ago this course would have played night and day different.
Scottie can putt today.
How much does Bryson win by?
I know it's a crazy longshot but I'm rooting for Ryan Gerard. He's a really good dude with a lot of shots in his bag.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 19, 2026, 08:09:58 AMI know it's a crazy longshot but I'm rooting for Ryan Gerard. He's a really good dude with a lot of shots in his bag.
How do you know he's a good dude?
I think Burns gets it done. He has been close before. New baby gives him clarity.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 19, 2026, 08:11:34 AMHow do you know he's a good dude?
He comes across that way in his interviews and I heard him on a podcast. Super chill. The guy has an unusual swing to put it mildly. There's no reason to attack the young man.
What a shot by Bryson. He's doing this for the troops and the Save America Act
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Quote from: MuggsyB on July 19, 2026, 08:13:16 AMHe comes across that way in his interviews and I heard him on a podcast. Super chill. The guy has an unusual swing to put it mildly. There's no reason to attack the young man.
Has he ever supported the troops?
Quote from: tower912 on July 19, 2026, 08:11:55 AMI think Burns gets it done. He has been close before. New baby gives him clarity.
His first 6 holes will be key. If he gets to -12, I like his chances.
Young with a 29 on the front.
-14
Quote from: tower912 on July 19, 2026, 08:17:54 AM-14
15 is a bitch. What would you hit there? I would probably hit my 3W.
Scheffy would be up big if he made some putts in the first 3 rounds.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 19, 2026, 08:27:52 AMScheffy would be up big if he made some putts in the first 3 rounds.
He's never winning another major. Facts.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 19, 2026, 08:33:28 AMHe's never winning another major. Facts.
Missed another very makeable putt.
Burns with a really poor chip there.
Burns is having a real meltdown. Scheffy in major trouble on 13.
Tournament now WIDE open. I like Fleetwood.
I'm predicting -11.
We're witnessing some crazy stuff. See Woo is the only one seeing well.
I dunno....could -9 hold up?
Bryson triples 12.
NBC should be embarrassed with their golf coverage. The amount of commercials is insane.
Absolutely brutal luck fo Fox there. Young may win this outright at -9.
Cam Young is REALLY good. He's currently a top 5 ranked player for a reason. He's been knocking on the door of Majors the last 3-4 years, so him finally winning wouldn't be all that surprising.
But I don't think anyone, including Young himself, would have anticipated his first win coming in a major where he started the day 5 strokes back, dropped a shot on 18, and finished 3 hours before the leaders...oh and at a score that was 2 shots behind the leaders at the time
Incredible resilience from Fox. I think he needs to birdie 17. 18 is basically a bogey hole.
Quote from: JWags85 on July 19, 2026, 12:02:38 PMCam Young is REALLY good. He's currently a top 5 ranked player for a reason. He's been knocking on the door of Majors the last 3-4 years, so him finally winning wouldn't be all that surprising.
But I don't think anyone, including Young himself, would have anticipated his first win coming in a major where he started the day 5 strokes back, dropped a shot on 18, and finished 3 hours before the leaders...oh and at a score that was 2 shots behind the leaders at the time
I think he started 7 back.
Wow. Crazy back to back horrible breaks for Fox.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 19, 2026, 12:06:06 PMI think he started 7 back.
You're totally right, I was thinking Fox was the leader at 8, totally forgot about Burns at -10. Even more absurd
Quote from: JWags85 on July 19, 2026, 12:13:40 PMYou're totally right, I was thinking Fox was the leader at 8, totally forgot about Burns at -10. Even more absurd
It would be a world class par if Fox gets one on 18. And about a 10% chance for Burns to birdie. Sam was unlucky on his drive on 17, but the first 6 holes is where the tournament got away from him.
What a drive!!! That dude has been money! Fox has played the best by far since Young posted.
OMG! How can you not love this guy! He's swinging while the guys were coming off the green! I love fast players.
That was absolutely incredible!! Well deserved win.
President Trump needs to lean on the R & A for what they did to the American contingent this weekend. Disgraceful and we need to slap tariffs on England ASAP
Srixon must be over the moon. Long time player wins a major with their brand new driver, which has only been available to tour pros for a month, and not yet available to the public.
Nm
My new favorite player. Fun!
https://x.com/i/status/2078981615280157021
Quote from: jesmu84 on July 19, 2026, 06:53:34 PMhttps://x.com/i/status/2078981615280157021
Tiger set the precedent.
Quote from: jesmu84 on July 19, 2026, 06:53:34 PMhttps://x.com/i/status/2078981615280157021
Incredible. No notes.
Would be even funnier if the story that Rory saw it happen and called the R&A about it turns out to be true.
I doubt it. Makes me smirk anyway.
Having finally seen all of the video with Bryson, I think he either knowingly committed a rules violation or doesn't know the rules. And it's very obvious. I'll admit I've never cared for the guy, and I haven't forgotten his past douchebaggery, or that he's pretending to be someone he's not, but this is irrelevant and has nothing to do with what happened. This isn't a selective penalty because the RNA doesn't like Bryson. And I'm sorry but his behavior afterwards was absolutely absurd.
My only issue with the RNA is that they should have not gone back to the spot with him, or entertained his nonsense at all. In fact they should have told him the following: You will tell us in the next 10 minutes if you're playing tomorrow and not be hitting any balls at the range. Period. No passing go, no $200. If 10 minutes elapses with no decision? Fine. Pack your bags.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 20, 2026, 05:11:34 PMHaving finally seen all of the video with Bryson, I think he either knowingly committed a rules violation or doesn't know the rules. And it's very obvious. I'll admit I've never cared for the guy, and I haven't forgotten his past douchebaggery, or that he's pretending to be someone he's not, but this is irrelevant and has nothing to do with what happened. This isn't a selective penalty because the RNA doesn't like Bryson. And I'm sorry but his behavior afterwards was absolutely absurd.
My only issue with the RNA is that they should have not gone back to the spot with him, or entertained his nonsense at all. In fact they should have told him the following: You will tell us in the next 10 minutes if you're playing tomorrow and not be hitting any balls at the range. Period. No passing go, no $200. If 10 minutes elapses with no decision? Fine. Pack your bags.
He just wants to grow the game
Quote from: Uncle Rico on July 20, 2026, 06:40:29 PMHe just wants to grow the game
I don't get the issue some people are having siding with Bryson in this particular case. Unless it's political. Now, I do agree that the rules aren't always enforced. Rahm threw his club and got a warning and apparently McIntyre was a conplete ass the entire 4th round with no penalty.
I'm most upset because I really like the guy who won the tournament. The powers that be should emphasize his speed of play vs Cantlay and others. 22 secs for him to sink that putt after Burns finished! I love that. Enforce the rules and the speed of play. They just give silly warnings for slow play.
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 20, 2026, 06:59:40 PMI don't get the issue some people are having siding with Bryson in this particular case. Unless it's political. Now, I do agree that the rules aren't always enforced. Rahm threw his club and got a warning and apparently McIntyre was a conplete ass the entire 4th round with no penalty.
I'm most upset because I really like the guy who won the tournament. The powers that be should emphasize his speed of play vs Cantlay and others. 22 secs for him to sink that putt after Burns finished! I love that. Enforce the rules and the speed of play. They just give silly warnings for slow play.
I hate New Zealand ever since COVID
Quote from: MuggsyB on July 20, 2026, 06:59:40 PMI don't get the issue some people are having siding with Bryson in this particular case. Unless it's political. Now, I do agree that the rules aren't always enforced. Rahm threw his club and got a warning and apparently McIntyre was a conplete ass the entire 4th round with no penalty.
I'm most upset because I really like the guy who won the tournament. The powers that be should emphasize his speed of play vs Cantlay and others. 22 secs for him to sink that putt after Burns finished! I love that. Enforce the rules and the speed of play. They just give silly warnings for slow play.
You really are putting too much thought into this. He was penalized. He lost. Time to move on.
Muggs has a 5-point plan to usurp DeChambeau.
From The Daily Drive e-newsletter:
LIV Golf 2.0 might find investors willing to back the league. It could find big-money vanity owners who are willing to buy team franchises. It very well could survive as a leaner, meaner version of itself, with a condensed schedule, smaller purses and a more modest buildout.
But even if all of that pans out, LIV Golf will have a very difficult time overcoming the Tuesday announcement that the Asian Tour is partnering with the DP World Tour and the PGA Tour after being affiliated with LIV since 2022.
Add in co-sanctioning deals with national opens like the previously anounced Australian and now some Asian Tour events — which was said to be a part of LIV's business pitch going forward — and the hurdles are building up against LIV's future viability.
The affiliate deal with the Asian Tour isn't a financial blow to LIV like the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund withdrawal, but it is a devastating one nonetheless.
So, with the perspective of being a few days removed, what can you learn from Ryan Fox? For me, 3 things.
1. Be a good bloke. (same lesson learned from Aaron Rai)
2. Swing your swing.
3. The longer you stand over the ball, the more bad stuff creeps into your brain. When you have your number and your line, be an athlete.
Nelly embarrassed the troops in Scotland. Will she embarrass them next week at Lytham?
Koivun gets his first in war torn Minnesota.
LIV Golf Michigan, the league's $40 million team championship, is set to be officially canceled after the status of the 2026 season finale had come under serious doubt last week, sources tell Front Office Sports.
https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/liv-golf-to-cancel-40m-season-finale-in-michigan-193416138.html
Ah, I'll remember The Blood Money Tour fondly ... even though I never watched one second of one event.
Damn. I was scheduled to be first alternate at the Michigan event.
Ryu may very well win her 3rd straight Major.
Quote from: MuggsyB on August 01, 2026, 09:38:28 AMRyu may very well win her 3rd straight Major.
Since you posted this, 3 bogeys.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 01, 2026, 10:54:16 AMSince you posted this, 3 bogeys.
Yes. She had a rough day but there's no reason to attack the young lady. Korda also faltered. Ayaka's 65 was extremely impressive. Can Noh hold on tomorrow?
Quote from: MuggsyB on August 01, 2026, 12:53:35 PMYes. She had a rough day but there's no reason to attack the young lady. Korda also faltered. Ayaka's 65 was extremely impressive. Can Noh hold on tomorrow?
Korda is terrible. Noh is terrible. Just hoping some short broad doesn't win
If you like watching trainwreck golf, the Ladies Open Championship is providing it
We're seeing monumental meltdowns from the ladies at the AIG Women's Open. Wow. Woad may have a shot.
What a putt by Henseliet on 18 to force a playoff!
Some great stuff at the Women's Open. World class par by Kuwaki to force a 2nd playoff hole.
Quote from: MuggsyB on August 02, 2026, 01:19:15 PMSome great stuff at the Women's Open. World class par by Kuwaki to force a 2nd playoff hole.
Americans choked like a dog
Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 02, 2026, 01:23:55 PMAmericans choked like a dog
Perhaps you should give Esther and Shiho some credit? They outplayed their opponents.
Well deserved win for Shiho Kuwaki. She's a fun player with a lot of spunk and some serious game.
Quote from: MuggsyB on August 02, 2026, 01:29:42 PMPerhaps you should give Esther and Shiho some credit? They outplayed their opponents.
Yeah, no. American golfers are soft, entitled crybabies that match their golfer-in-command except they don't cheat like dogs
Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 02, 2026, 01:36:40 PMYeah, no. American golfers are soft, entitled crybabies that match their golfer-in-command except they don't cheat like dogs
Stop talking total nonsense and getting political for no reason.
Quote from: MuggsyB on August 02, 2026, 01:37:59 PMStop talking total nonsense and getting political for no reason.
I'm stating 100% facts and you know it. Americans choke like dogs
From Axios:
Jeff Bezos and Jared Kushner now know what money can't buy: membership in the country club on Indian Creek island, the "Billionaire Bunker" off Miami Beach where they splashed out for mansions but can't golf.
"Indian Creek represents one of South Florida's major battlefields where the region's newly minted billionaires are clashing with those of more modest affluence who often trace their Miami roots back generations," The Wall Street Journal reports.
Island residence doesn't come with membership, and both tycoons are sucking up to neighbors in an effort to get in, the Journal says:
Bezos, who has spent a combined $234 million on three Indian Creek properties, and his wife, Lauren Sánchez Bezos, were special guests in February at the club's annual dock party. "He worked the scene, engaging in small talk with members," but has yet to be offered membership.
Kushner and his wife, Ivanka Trump, hosted a housewarming cocktail party at their own compound, but "only about half the [club's] board showed up ... While some board members were out of town, the signal still seemed clear: The Kushners weren't about to get in."
The initiation fee at the 350-member club runs close to $1 million. Annual dues are $44,000.
Rahm back to the PGA with a $25M donation. I wonder how much Saudi money he actually got.
Quote from: cheebs09 on August 18, 2026, 08:44:59 AMRahm back to the PGA with a $25M donation. I wonder how much Saudi money he actually got.
Koepka pathway, though I think Rahm will be more successful and move up quicker. Devastating news for the 10's of LIV fans
And in the week's least surprising news ...
Finally admitting the obvious yesterday, LIV Golf officially canceled its Team Championship.
LIV, very soon to be RIP.
Get the money up front and don't listen to Phil.
Asked yesterday if LIV golfers would bring value back to the PGA Tour if readmitted, Rory McIlroy quipped: "Have they brought value to LIV?"
My yearly ask, make the final event match play for the FedEx Cup. Also, find some better courses.
Does sound like FedEx will only be a sponsor one more year, so Memphis will be out as a venue for the playoffs.
Gary Woodland totally duffed his tee shot on #9. It was incredible to see a PGA Tour pro - let alone one that was in contention to win a big tournament - hit a short, low liner that plopped into a creek just in front of the tee box.
And Rory played #17 the way I might have, including hitting a layup into a bunker.
It's fun to watch great pros pull off incredible shots, but it's also fun to see those rare occasions when they play like weekend hacks.
So is anyone going to catch Hand, Foot, and Mouth disease from Scheffler? Maybe his master plan to take out the competition.
Tremendous win by Miyu Yamashiiiita over the weekend. Total dominance. :)
'It was a good run': Bryson DeChambeau posts cryptic message on social media as speculation swirls about his future
https://sports.yahoo.com/golf/article/it-was-a-good-run-bryson-dechambeau-posts-cryptic-message-on-social-media-as-speculation-swirls-about-his-future-195913725.html?
Is Bryson DeChambeau's run with LIV Golf over?
DeChambeau, by far the biggest name on the breakaway circuit, posted a cryptic message on social media Monday that, given the timing — a day after LIV Golf's season-ending tournament — could be a clue about his future.
"It was a good run," he wrote on Instagram with a carousel of photos from LIV Golf events. He did not provide any context.
DeChambeau's future with LIV Golf has been in doubt for months, both due to his contract situation and the league's rocky future after it lost funding from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
DeChambeau signed a four-year deal with LIV Golf that was reportedly worth $125 million back in 2022. That deal expired at the end of the 2026 campaign, which officially came Sunday night after LIV's tournament in Indianapolis.
Financially, it was a great run for him and others who defected from the PGA Tour. But otherwise, there was no run at all for the Blood Money Tour. When it wasn't the butt of jokes, it was largely ignored.
Have we verified it was good for them financially? I don't think we know exactly how much they actually got of the sticker price.
Well, well, well. Tour going to match play to finish their seasons beginning in 2028. About time for some proper golf to determine a champion.
Quote from: cheebs09 on August 25, 2026, 11:48:34 AMHave we verified it was good for them financially? I don't think we know exactly how much they actually got of the sticker price.
Supposedly, DeChambeau's $125M contract went through this season. I haven't heard that he didn't get it all. I guess I assumed that contracts had to be honored for other players, too; maybe that's a foolish assumption.
It will be interesting to see the long term effects on Callaway and Good Good. A whole lot of people had to sign off on a really bad joke gone awry.
Quote from: tower912 on August 26, 2026, 06:57:51 AMIt will be interesting to see the long term effects on Callaway and Good Good. A whole lot of people had to sign off on a really bad joke gone awry.
None. Good Good's demographic doesn't care and are blaming the "woke mob"
Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 26, 2026, 07:04:44 AMNone. Good Good's demographic doesn't care and are blaming the "woke mob"
Woke= decrying an advertisement showing domestic violence
Not Woke= throwing a fit about a single can of beer with a Trans influencer's face on it
Quote from: cheebs09 on August 26, 2026, 09:10:27 AMWoke= decrying an advertisement showing domestic violence
Not Woke= throwing a fit about a single can of beer with a Trans influencer's face on it
Golf bros are easily offended by beer cans because they drink High Noon
Callaway cutting ties with Good Good.
Probably glad they cut ties with Phil when they did.
Quote from: tower912 on August 27, 2026, 03:08:54 PMCallaway cutting ties with Good Good.
Probably glad they cut ties with Phil when they did.
Golf bros won't play Callaway now. Sad!
Quote from: Uncle Rico on August 27, 2026, 05:04:56 PMGolf bros won't play Callaway now. Sad!
Except for the elyte players who go rogue. Like you always say about American pros, tour soft.
After being subjected to East Lake this past weekend, cleanse your soul by watching the Walker Cup which is being played at Lahinch in Ireland Saturday-Sunday. Proper golf course hosting a big event. A refreshing change.
Not thrilled with the International team but pulling for them to beat the American team at Medinah.
Pleasantly surprised Sneds picked Koivun. Disappointed he picked JT and Cantlay.
Will be there pulling for Ogilvy and his team.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 01, 2026, 06:02:07 PMNot thrilled with the International team but pulling for them to beat the American team at Medinah.
Pleasantly surprised Sneds picked Koivun. Disappointed he picked JT and Cantlay.
Will be there pulling for Ogilvy and his team.
I like the JT pick. Not a fan of the Cantlay pick. I'm guessing Spaun would've been on the team if he didn't just WD with a messed up shoulder. Kind of surprised Ben Griffin got left off but I see why he went Bridgman over him. He was the best putter on tour this year
Audition for the Ryder Cup for the young guys.
All anyone needs to know about Medinah #3 is that I birdied the second hole. So really, how legit can the course be?
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 01, 2026, 06:02:07 PMNot thrilled with the International team but pulling for them to beat the American team at Medinah.
Pleasantly surprised Sneds picked Koivun. Disappointed he picked JT and Cantlay.
Will be there pulling for Ogilvy and his team.
Shocking that you'd root against your country.
Muggsy, are you actually using sarcasm?
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 01, 2026, 07:53:14 PMShocking that you'd root against your country.
You should turn off Fox News and see what a disaster our country is.
Also, they decided to let a pedophile and rapist be part of the event.
Quote from: swoopem on September 01, 2026, 07:06:25 PMI like the JT pick. Not a fan of the Cantlay pick. I'm guessing Spaun would've been on the team if he didn't just WD with a messed up shoulder. Kind of surprised Ben Griffin got left off but I see why he went Bridgman over him. He was the best putter on tour this year
JJ Spaun didn't pass the minimum height requirement. Americans doing something right for once.
Quote from: CreightonWarrior on September 02, 2026, 08:41:25 AMJJ Spaun didn't pass the minimum height requirement. Americans doing something right for once.
I could see Spaun being a disaster in the locker room with his temper because he's short
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 02, 2026, 08:42:48 AMI could see Spaun being a disaster in the locker room with his temper because he's short
Dolly Parton was 5'0. Stop attacking the diminutive community.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 02, 2026, 08:56:07 AMDolly Parton was 5'0. Stop attacking the diminutive community.
And she was pro-vaxx. A historical monster
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 02, 2026, 08:42:48 AMI could see Spaun being a disaster in the locker room with his temper because he's short
Not to mention all the normal sized people tripping over him and potentially getting injured.
Quote from: CreightonWarrior on September 02, 2026, 10:16:27 AMNot to mention all the normal sized people tripping over him and potentially getting injured.
I'm not a fan of his complexion and could see how that might upset some people on the team
Good start at the Walker Cup as GB & I leads Team USA 2 1/2 to 1 1/2 after the first session
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 05, 2026, 07:22:34 AMGood start at the Walker Cup as GB & I leads Team USA 2 1/2 to 1 1/2 after the first session
At the end of Day 1, GB & I up by 1.
Was fortunate to be able to watch the last half hour of the Walker Cup. Tremendously entertaining coming down to the last golfer on the course. Good stuff!
Quote from: Spaniel with a Short Tail on September 06, 2026, 01:04:16 PMWas fortunate to be able to watch the last half hour of the Walker Cup. Tremendously entertaining coming down to the last golfer on the course. Good stuff!
Great result!
LIV files bankruptcy.
Quote from: tower912 on September 08, 2026, 08:20:11 PMLIV files bankruptcy.
Maybe they can get that socialism from our government? Make the call, Bryson.
When Mickelson signed on with the murderers for a large sum of money, it was a
Phil, he cheese take.
🇺🇸 womem need to wake the H up in the Solheim cup.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 11, 2026, 07:49:15 AM🇺🇸 womem need to wake the H up in the Solheim cup.
Let's go Team Europe!!
🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 11, 2026, 07:49:15 AM🇺🇸 womem need to wake the H up in the Solheim cup.
A. Why?
B. 4-4 after day one. So far, no drunken Neanderthals ruining it. A win for golf.
Quote from: tower912 on September 11, 2026, 03:27:02 PMA. Why?
B. 4-4 after day one. So far, no drunken Neanderthals ruining it. A win for golf.
Must not be many American fans there
Quote from: tower912 on September 11, 2026, 03:27:02 PMA. Why?
B. 4-4 after day one. So far, no drunken Neanderthals ruining it. A win for golf.
What would really any game/event/situation be without an insane kneejerk overreaction. Would be nice if he just shut the unnatural carnal knowledge up for at least one event. Hell, I'll even take the President's Cup.
Quote from: tower912 on September 11, 2026, 03:27:02 PMA. Why?
B. 4-4 after day one. So far, no drunken Neanderthals ruining it. A win for golf.
They fought back. Early in tbe matches they were down. I overreacted.
Foursomes were aparrently a complete disaster this morning. Nelly is sitting for Fourball. Big probs for team 🇺🇸 and quite upsetting.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 12, 2026, 07:24:56 AMFoursomes were aparrently a complete disaster this morning. Nelly is sitting for Fourball. Big probs for team 🇺🇸 and quite upsetting.
Great result. They should call the President
8-8. The opposite of Kupcho-ke.
More like "Noh problems, mon"
Quote from: tower912 on September 12, 2026, 01:30:49 PM8-8. The opposite of Kupcho-ke.
More like "Noh problems, mon"
Nice! That's Noht what I expected. But we still have a lot if work to do tomorrow.
We don't have any work to do. The two teams should have an interesting adventure.
Quote from: tower912 on September 12, 2026, 04:29:36 PMWe don't have any work to do. The two teams should have an interesting adventure.
Euros choked like dogs. Very disappointing.
Nah. Kupcho made 115 feet of putts on the last two holes. Credit where it is due.
Quote from: tower912 on September 12, 2026, 04:29:36 PMWe don't have any work to do. The two teams should have an interesting adventure.
Is this a golf competition or Alice in Wonderland??? Smh.
Quote from: tower912 on September 12, 2026, 04:51:09 PMNah. Kupcho made 115 feet of putts on the last two holes. Credit where it is due.
Choked like dogs. I'd make them run laps all night if I were the captain.
Haven't seen a collapse like that since Obama took down the towers
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 12, 2026, 05:04:29 PMIs this a golf competition or Alice in Wonderland??? Smh.
No, it's a golf exhibition, actually, to showcase the sport.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 12, 2026, 05:04:29 PMIs this a golf competition or Alice in Wonderland??? Smh.
A golf competition. There should be ebbs and flows, highs and lows, a veritable cornucopia of emotions. Ultimately, the adventure will produce a winner.
Quote from: tower912 on September 12, 2026, 05:25:32 PMA golf competition. There should be ebbs and flows, highs and lows, a veritable cornucopia of emotions. Ultimately, the adventure will produce a winner.
The only thing easier to win than these events is a war in the Middle East.
Lot of blue flags early!
Terrible, Terrible, Terrible. Getting absolutely smoked out there.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 13, 2026, 07:07:53 AMTerrible, Terrible, Terrible. Getting absolutely smoked out there.
Looks good to me
CAUD. : Complete And Utter Disaster
Did our players go on a little "adventure" to Delft and stock up on some pottery? Where's the focus?
Smh.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 13, 2026, 07:59:01 AMCAUD. : Complete And Utter Disaster
Did our players go on a little "adventure" to Delft and stock up on some pottery? Where's the focus?
Smh.
They represent America quite well. A dying empire taking its last grasps of breath as the world steamrolls by.
Phenomenal comeback for Alison Lee. Keeps the 🇺🇸 alive. -5 in her last 11.
Noh losing essentially ended out chances.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 13, 2026, 09:37:04 AMNoh losing essentially ended out chances.
Great result! When will all the winning stop?
Yay, stocky Irish guy.
Quote from: tower912 on September 13, 2026, 11:32:49 AMYay, stocky Irish guy.
That's some impressive golf. I'm sure he was glad he didn't have to deal with idiot American fans except the ball of goo visiting.
Well, there goes the U.S. team's chances.
Quote from: MU82 on September 24, 2026, 09:40:57 AMWell, there goes the U.S. team's chances.
Hope the International Team shows them no mercy. Not likely, but it would a great result beating a team of crybabies
Evil Empire up 3-2 after day 1. Min Woo and Sungae should have taken down Scheffler and Charmin Soft but let them steal a point.
Not inspiring golf. The US played like they always do. Not enough international players stepped up like their Euro counterparts.
Quote from: tower912 on September 24, 2026, 05:56:33 PMNot inspiring golf. The US played like they always do. Not enough international players stepped up like their Euro counterparts.
They don't have the depth or horses, sadly. I thought the course held uo. Renovations looked good. Don't think it can host anymore majors, though.
What a great afternoon at Medinah! Maybe the President can help the losers out
Canadians punk Scheffler/Burns after Lake America chants. Love it
Golden years, gold (whop-whop-whop)
Or.....
Funky cold Medinah
The Athletic said it best:
For the umpteenth time in a row, a United States captain sent out a team based on vibes. Hunches. Friendship. Feelings.
And once again, it did not work.
Before the week, Snedeker said, "We're putting the best players out there and let you all go do your thing. Then we're getting the heck out of your way. What am I going to tell Scottie Scheffler to do with a 7-iron in his hand?" His foursome picks appeared to take this unscientific strategy: He sent out pairings built on friendships.
Scheffler and Burns are really good friends. Russell Henley is Jacob Bridgeman's mentor. Thomas and Young are close, as well. At least the Cantlay-Schauffele friendship has years of success behind it.
Like Zach Johnson and Keegan Bradley before him, it does not appear Snedeker is making choices assisted by data, research or evidence. It's the buddy system.
Hahahahahahaha
Completely inexcusable performance by Team 🇺🇸.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 25, 2026, 10:21:09 PMCompletely inexcusable performance ny Team 🇺🇸.
Like America internationally, the golfers represent the nation perfectly with their embarrassing performance.
Lucky for them, the sheer talent difference/volume gives them a good chance to erase that deficit today. But make no bones about it, yesterday was a microcosm of America's standing in the world.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 26, 2026, 06:58:27 AMLike America internationally, the golfers represent the nation perfectly with their embarrassing performance.
Lucky for them, the sheer talent difference/volume gives them a good chance to erase that deficit today. But make no bones about it, yesterday was a microcosm of America's standing in the world.
Snedecker deserves some blame. Yesterday was more an example of a total lack of focus and seemingly having no clue how to play Foursomes. Which cannot happen. Yes, the talent gap here is massive. Just a ridiculous result yesterday.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 26, 2026, 09:35:35 AMSnedecker deserves some blame. Yesterday was more an example of a total lack of focus and seemingly having no clue how to play Foursomes. Which cannot happen. Yes, the talent gap here is massive. Just a ridiculous result yesterday.
No, America is the bad guy now
Internationals give back a point today but overall, a good day. Going to need to find 5 tomorrow and that won't be easy. Still, the fact the Americans are in this position is an indictment on the country club, bros club that has developed the past decade.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 25, 2026, 10:21:09 PMCompletely inexcusable performance by Team 🇺🇸.
Why?
It's sports.
Quote from: MU82 on September 27, 2026, 12:28:25 AMWhy?
It's sports.
The talent gap is staggering. It would be like me losing in the limbo to Shaq or Wemby.
Drama. Underdogs. Comebacks. Chokes Overachieving. Underachieving. Yin. Yang. Sports.
Quote from: tower912 on September 27, 2026, 09:02:10 AMDrama. Underdogs. Comebacks. Chokes Overachieving. Underachieving. Yin. Yang. Sports.
Yes. But I'm not sure we were prepared. Snedeker doesn't seem fit for the job.
You should have applied.
And, seriously, name American golfers who you would like to see be captain of future Ryder and President's cup teams.
Tigers is out.
Phil is out.
Every other obvious candidate has done it.
Finally, Snedeker hasn't hit a shot.
Quote from: tower912 on September 27, 2026, 09:24:01 AMYou should have applied.
And, seriously, name American golfers who you would like to see be captain of future Ryder and President's cup teams.
Tigers is out.
Phil is out.
Every other obvious candidate has done it.
Finally, Snedeker hasn't hit a shot.
Did Stricker do anything different strategically? Or did we just have a ton of talent that got hot?
Quote from: tower912 on September 27, 2026, 09:24:01 AMYou should have applied.
And, seriously, name American golfers who you would like to see be captain of future Ryder and President's cup teams.
Tigers is out.
Phil is out.
Every other obvious candidate has done it.
Finally, Snedeker hasn't hit a shot.
Fair point.
But I'm not sure Snedeker is the answer. Id there a rule former captains can't repeat their role?
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Nope. Euros do it all the time.
Internationals lack of depth getting exposed today. Simply don't have enough talent.
Scottie Scheffler with a classy move.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 27, 2026, 02:11:43 PMInternationals lack of depth getting exposed today. Simply don't have enough talent.
Hideki and Si Woo needed to win their matches.
Quote from: Uncle Rico on September 27, 2026, 02:11:43 PMInternationals lack of depth getting exposed today. Simply don't have enough talent.
Or....my strategy worked!!
🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸!!!
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 27, 2026, 09:27:52 AMFair point.
But I'm not sure Snedeker is the answer. Id there a rule former captains can't repeat their role?
.
Based on his post match interview I agree with you.
Quote from: pbiflyer on September 27, 2026, 05:19:42 PMBased on his post match interview I agree with you.
I vote for John Daly.
Quote from: WhiteTrash on September 27, 2026, 05:24:27 PMI vote for John Daly.
Given your handle, did you have a choice? ;D
Quote from: pbiflyer on September 27, 2026, 05:19:42 PMBased on his post match interview I agree with you.
I missed it. What did he say?
Quote from: WhiteTrash on September 27, 2026, 05:24:27 PMI vote for John Daly.
Roy McAvoy, Happy Gilmore, and Ty Webb unavailable?
Quote from: pbiflyer on September 27, 2026, 05:36:55 PMGiven your handle, did you have a choice? ;D
Marlboro as the team sponsor on the shirts. ;D
Quote from: WhiteTrash on September 27, 2026, 06:07:04 PMMarlboro as the team sponsor on the shirts. ;D
Hooters shirts and loud pants.
Quote from: MuggsyB on September 27, 2026, 05:52:19 PMI missed it. What did he say?
He gave all the credit of the comeback to his god ( no, not the one with the son so prominently displayed)
Quote from: tower912 on September 27, 2026, 04:43:05 PMScottie Scheffler with a classy move.
Didn't see that until reading about it this morning. Very well done by Scottie.
Thoughts and prayers for Phil that the time in rehab was time well spent.
Jon Rahm saying adios to LIV.
Cam Smith and Sergio, too.
It's a shame they never got to the 30 for 30 of "Requiem for the PGA Tour."
The 2022 golf thread when LIV was starting makes for some entertaining reading.
The posters who are no longer here defending Phil's character is particularly poignant.
Quote from: tower912 on October 07, 2026, 08:42:57 PMThe 2022 golf thread when LIV was starting makes for some entertaining reading.
The posters who are no longer here defending Phil's character is particularly poignant.
Pea's in a pod
Tony Romo now DQ'd for cheating.
Ope! Posted elsewhere.