On August 21st, 2025, new PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp announced a Tiger Woods-led committee to overhaul the Tour's competitive model, signaling a new era of "significant change" for professional golf.

PGA TOUR'S NEW ERA

• New CEO Brian Rolapp is wasting no time, appointing Tiger Woods to chair a "Future Competition Committee." The goal is a complete overhaul of the Tour's model, moving away from the PIF and forging its own independent path.
• Rolapp is aiming for "significant change," not "incremental change," in his quest to build the "best professional golf competitive model in the world."
• Rory McIlroy is fully on board, praising Rolapp's "fresh perspective" as a non-golf industry insider, signaling strong player support for the new leadership.

TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP FACELIFT

• The controversial starting strokes format at the TOUR Championship is officially gone. Players will now start on a level playing field, a major shift designed to simplify the finale and crown a more traditional tournament champion.
• Scottie Scheffler praised the change as "much simpler," while Rory McIlroy admitted he was in the minority and "didn't hate the starting strokes."
• The change removes a significant mental hurdle for players like Scheffler, who no longer have to calculate their position relative to a staggered start.

RAHM'S $18M 'BITTERSWEET' VICTORY

• Jon Rahm has won the LIV Golf individual season championship and its $18 million prize without winning a single event all year, a statistical anomaly that highlights the unique nature of LIV's points-based system.
• Rahm called the win "bittersweet," admitting that season-long runner-up Joaquin Niemann was "probably the more deserving guy" based on his tournament victories.
• While Rahm cashes a massive check, his comments reveal a top competitor's internal conflict between financial success and the traditional satisfaction of winning tournaments.

Quick Hits

New CEO hasn't spoken to PIF • Henrik Stenson relegated from LIV • Tiger Woods named committee chairman

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On August 20th, 2025, we break down the controversial return of Trump Doral to the PGA Tour schedule, player reactions to the packed spring, and an unforgettable post-Masters story from Rory McIlroy.

2026 PGA TOUR SCHEDULE

• The PGA Tour announced its 2026 schedule, highlighted by the controversial return of Trump National Doral. The "Blue Monster" will host "The Miami Championship," a new $20 million Signature Event, marking a surprising and polarizing reunion.
• Justin Thomas called the new dense spring schedule "a little bunched" but a "work in progress," while Rory McIlroy saw it as a "positive" for building momentum.
• The Tour previously split with the venue after Donald Trump's infamous "kidnapping insurance" quote, and Doral has recently been a flagship course for Liv Golf.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT: RORY & SCOTTIE

• Rory McIlroy shared an incredible story from his Masters win, revealing he bought all 1,100 remaining pin flags from the pro shop to sign for fans, friends, and family after a seventeen-year wait.
• "I've waited seventeen years to sign that flag in the middle, and I will never complain about doing it." - Rory McIlroy
• Meanwhile, Scottie Scheffler's dominance is staggering: the OWGR points gap between him (#1) and Rory (#2) is the same as the gap between Rory and Taylor Moore at #115.

Quick Hits

Liv Golf launches "The Duels Chicago," a digital skins game pitting stars like Rahm against golf YouTubers • Scottie Scheffler is the first player since Tiger Woods (2006-07) to win 5+ events in back-to-back seasons • Rory admitted he hasn't worn his green jacket as much as he thought he would.

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On August 19th, 2025, we break down the emotional fallout from the season finales, as Jon Rahm banks $18 million in a "bittersweet" victory and Xander Schauffele confronts burnout after failing to make the Tour Championship.

RAHM'S $18M "BITTERSWEET" VICTORY

Jon Rahm secured the $18 million LIV Golf season-long championship but admitted the victory felt hollow after losing the tournament in a playoff to Sebastián Muñoz for the second consecutive week.

• Quote: "It just doesn't feel great to finish the year losing two playoffs."
• Human Angle: Rahm showed incredible sportsmanship, suggesting Joaquín Niemann was more deserving, and later compared the points grind to "scrap time" in Call of Duty before his Indy 500-style milk celebration.

SCHAUFFELE'S BURNOUT BUBBLE

A visibly frustrated Xander Schauffele missed the Tour Championship for the first time, opening up about the mental toll of the season and the exhaustion that comes from grinding without results at the year's most crucial moment.

• Quote: "There's nothing worse than trying your hardest and playing like garbage... I'm mentally a little tapped."
• Human Angle: This marks the first time Schauffele, a perennial contender at East Lake, won't be competing in the PGA Tour's season finale, highlighting the brutal nature of the FedEx Cup bubble.

Quick Hits

86-year-old JoAnne Carner vows to play again • Rory McIlroy's "horrific" first big purchase • The TOUR Championship scraps its starting strokes format.

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On August 18th, 2025, Scottie Scheffler won the BMW Championship amidst wild FedEx Cup bubble drama, while Jon Rahm secured the LIV Golf season-long championship with a final-round 60.

BMW Championship: Scheffler's Magic & Bubble Brutality

• Scottie Scheffler overcame Robert MacIntyre's four-shot lead with a spectacular finish, highlighted by a clutch 82-foot chip-in on 17, to capture his fifth win of the season and cement a historically dominant two-year run.
• Scheffler is the first player since Tiger Woods (2006-07) to win five or more times in consecutive seasons.
• The FedEx Cup bubble drama was immense, with Harry Hall's "season saving" chip-in getting him to East Lake while Rickie Fowler's heartbreaking collapse saw him miss out.

LIV Golf Indianapolis: Rambo's Riches & Relegation Heartbreak

• While Sebastián Muñoz won the tournament in a playoff for his first victory in six years, the day belonged to Jon Rahm, who fired a final-round 60 to storm to the $18 million season-long championship.
• After his final-round 60, Rahm was heard yelling, "Let's go Rambo!"
• The cutthroat relegation battle saw Ian Poulter save his own spot by knocking out his teammate Henrik Stenson, while Mito Pereira was relegated in the bittersweet moment his team won the event.

Quick Hits

MacIntyre's "massive mud ball" • Xander feels "mentally tapped" • Niemann's "hard to swallow" runner-up finish

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On August 17th, 2025, Robert MacIntyre fought off Scottie Scheffler and a hostile crowd at the BMW Championship, Akshay Bhatia aced his way into the Tour Championship bubble, and duels were set for both the LIV Indianapolis title and the season-long championship.

BMW CHAMPIONSHIP

• Robert MacIntyre saw his lead shrink but his fight grow, battling brutal pins, a charging Scottie Scheffler, and a hostile crowd. The drama peaked when he drained a par putt after a heckler's shout, silencing the gallery.
• "You give me crap, I'll give you crap back," MacIntyre said of the incident, later punctuating his round with a 41-foot birdie on the 18th green.
• The other hero of the day, Akshay Bhatia, made a hole-in-one on the 17th to jump from a projected 31st to 30th in the FedEx Cup, then announced he's giving the BMW car he won to his caddie.

LIV GOLF INDIANAPOLIS

• One day after Sebastián Muñoz shot a historic 59, Dustin Johnson erased the seven-shot deficit with a blistering 64, setting up a final-round duel for the trophy between the two leaders.
• "I feel like I'm in control of my golf ball," DJ said after putting a new mini driver in the bag and tying Muñoz at the top.
• The real championship drama is one group behind, as Joaquín Niemann and Jon Rahm enter Sunday tied for the season-long points title and will play head-to-head for the grand prize.

Quick Hits

Rickie Fowler & Hideki Matsuyama on the outside looking in • Henrik Stenson plays his way out of the LIV drop zone • Talor Gooch trolls the Indiana crowd with an OKC Thunder jersey

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On August 16th, 2025, Robert MacIntyre built a massive five-shot lead at the BMW Championship while Sebastián Muñoz made history at LIV Golf Indianapolis by shooting a 59 that included a double bogey.

BMW Championship: Bob's Blitz

Robert MacIntyre is dominating the BMW Championship, holding a five-shot lead at fourteen-under. We break down the secrets to his success: a new warm-up, sleep advice from Andy Murray, and the competitive fire from his shinty-playing days.

"It's only thirty six holes gone... I'm comfortable with who I am." - Robert MacIntyre on staying grounded.

Harry Hall is having a life-changing week, with his Ryder Cup dream fueled by his coach's old Walker Cup bag from a legendary amateur victory.

LIV Golf Indianapolis: The Imperfect 59

Sebastián Muñoz fired a historic 12-under 59, becoming the first player in top-tier pro golf to post the magic number with a double bogey on the card. His mental reset after the blunder was the key.

"Kind of forgave myself, honestly," Muñoz said of his mindset after chipping in for birdie immediately following his double bogey.

The season-long title race is a study in contrasts, with Joaquín Niemann describing his year as a "zigzag" while Jon Rahm's consistent dominance is a "straight graph."

Quick Hits

Rory concedes the BMW • J.J. Spaun yells "Give me a car!" • Phil's vintage water shot

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On August 15th, 2025, we break down the PGA Tour's massive Tour Championship format change and Jon Rahm's comments on prioritizing team victories over individual glory at LIV.

PGA TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP OVERHAUL

• The PGA Tour is ditching its controversial staggered-start format for the Tour Championship. All 30 players will now start at even par, competing in a traditional 72-hole shootout for the title at East Lake.
• The winner will now claim an official PGA Tour title and a piece of the $40 million prize fund, which is now considered official money.
• This massive change ends the era of calculating starting strokes, creating a simpler, more dramatic, and arguably fairer conclusion to the FedExCup Playoffs.

RAHM'S TEAM-FIRST FOCUS

• Jon Rahm explains his mindset at LIV, downplaying the $18 million individual finale to emphasize the importance of the team component, arguing that shared victories are more meaningful and create a unique bond among players.
• "The team win is always, always very special, but when one of us gets to win as well, it makes it even better."
• Rahm pointed to Dean Burmester's recent win, noting Burmester "almost seemed happier to celebrate with a team than win himself" as proof of the concept.

Quick Hits

VP JD Vance plays Trump Turnberry • Jason Day & Shane Lowry can't tell Rahm's eye from Scheffler's • Phil sinks a putt with a giant putter and declares it "in play."

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On August 14th, 2025, we break down the respectful rivalry between Joaquín Niemann and Jon Rahm for the Liv Golf title, Rory McIlroy's wild press conference, and Bud Cauley's inspiring comeback.

THE $18 MILLION DUEL

• The Liv Golf individual title comes down to a two-horse race between Joaquín Niemann and Jon Rahm. We explore a rivalry built on mutual respect, not animosity, as they battle for the massive $18 million prize in Indianapolis.
• "I feel like in a weird way, it should be more one sided..." - Jon Rahm, candidly admitting Niemann's season has been superior to his own "B plus" golf.
• The points system itself is under fire, with some analysts pointing out that a five-time winner like Niemann could still lose the title to a player with zero wins.

RORY'S REGRETS & REFORMS

• Rory McIlroy held court at the BMW Championship, sharing a hilarious story about his "worst purchase ever" and getting serious about his scheduling and a proposal for a new, elimination-style FedEx Cup Playoff format.
• Rory called the $20,000 watch he once bought "horrific," a lighthearted moment before he explained his need for rest and his vision for the Tour's future.
• His candor offers a rare glimpse into both the personal life and the strategic mind of one of golf's biggest stars, balancing humor with serious ideas for the game.

THE COMEBACK OF BUD CAULEY

• We detail the incredible journey of Bud Cauley, who went from a career-threatening car accident in 2018 to securing his future on Tour with a clutch bunker shot that got him into the BMW Championship.
• By qualifying for the BMW, Cauley didn't just advance in the playoffs; he secured his status for the lucrative 2026 Signature Events, a massive career achievement.
• Cauley's story is a powerful reminder of the perseverance required in professional golf, where one shot can literally change the trajectory of your career and life.

Quick Hits

Xander's raw honesty on being "intimidated" by his driver • Sepp Straka withdraws from the BMW for family reasons • Bud Cauley's clutch bunker shot to secure his future

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On August 13th, 2025, we break down Rory McIlroy's controversial decision to skip the first playoff event, major changes to the TOUR Championship, and the bizarre two-man race for the LIV Golf individual title.

PGA TOUR PLAYOFFS

• Rory McIlroy, second in the FedEx Cup standings, is skipping the first playoff event in Memphis. His decision sparks a debate about player autonomy versus the tour's desire for a compelling postseason, echoing old frustrations about the playoff structure.
• Supporting quote: McIlroy defended his choice, stating he has "earned the right to do whatever he wants."
• We also cover the TOUR Championship's major format change, with Patrick Cantlay calling the old "starting strokes" system "goofy" and the new winner-take-all finale a "definite improvement."

LIV GOLF FINALE

• The individual title race in Indianapolis is a fascinating duel between Joaquin Niemann, who has five wins but has been inconsistent, and Jon Rahm, who has zero wins but has consistently finished near the top of leaderboards.
• Supporting quote: As Pat Perez put it, "I just can't believe we could even talk about a guy that's won five times that doesn't have it sewn up yet."
• This sets up a dramatic finale where dominance clashes with consistency for the season-long championship.

Quick Hits

Scottie Scheffler's temporary caddie swap • John Daly hitting drivers over a highway • The boom in high-tech indoor golf lounges

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On August 12th, 2025, we break down the fallout from a wild weekend that saw Ryder Cup teams take shape, the FedEx Cup bubble burst with incredible drama, and Anthony Kim reveal his harrowing health journey.

ANTHONY KIM'S RAW REVELATION

• In a stunningly candid interview, Anthony Kim opened up about his long absence from golf, detailing his battle with addiction, eight surgeries, and severe mental health struggles that led to a dark and shocking diagnosis.
• "I developed psychosis." - Anthony Kim
• Kim's raw confession provides a powerful, humanizing look behind the curtain of a player who vanished from the sport, offering a story of survival far more significant than any golf shot.

RYDER CUP ROSTERS TAKE SHAPE

• Captain Luke Donald all but confirmed a "veteran English core" of Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood for Team Europe, while Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton navigated complex LIV deals to remain eligible for Rome.
• Graeme McDowell called the LIV compromise "a certain element of hypocrisy."
• On the American side, Jordan Spieth's season came to a quiet end in Memphis, officially knocking the Ryder Cup veteran out of contention for a spot on the U.S. team.

THE BUBBLE BURSTS IN MEMPHIS

• The fight for the top 50 delivered unbelievable drama, highlighted by Bud Cauley's miraculous bunker hole-out on 17 and Kurt Kitayama draining a 37-footer on the final hole to punch their tickets.
• "I'm just thankful that bunker shot went in." - Bud Cauley
• The joy for some meant heartbreak for others, as Chris Kirk and U.S. Open champion Wyndham Clark saw their playoff hopes dashed in the final, gut-wrenching moments of the tournament.

Quick Hits

Justin Rose rejects huge LIV offer • Jon Rahm brainstorms LIV OWGR points • Megha Ganne wins U.S. Women's Am • Jackson Koivun's pro vs. NIL dilemma

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On August 11th, 2025, we break down two wild playoff finishes as Justin Rose captured the FedEx St. Jude and Dean Burmester won LIV Chicago, while the FedEx Cup bubble burst dramatically for Jordan Spieth.

FedEx St. Jude Championship

• A weekend of pure playoff drama saw 45-year-old Justin Rose outlast J.J. Spaun in a sudden-death thriller, while the fight for the top 50 saw incredible heroics and heartbreaking collapses, most notably the end of Jordan Spieth's season.
• Rose on his clutch gene: "My performance improves as the moments become more important, and I'm glad to still possess that."
• The shot of the day belonged to Bud Cauley, who holed a bunker shot on 17 to save his season, then delivered the quote of the day: "I mean, who cares."

LIV Golf Chicago

• Dean Burmester authored an incredible comeback story, overcoming a three-bogey start to win a three-way playoff against Jon Rahm and rookie Josele Ballester, fueled by inspiration from his wife's recent ultramarathon.
• Burmester on his resilience: "My caddy Jason was phenomenal. He was just like, we never give up."
• It was a double victory for Burmester, as his Stinger GC squad also won the team title, with Charl Schwartzel draining the winning putt to snap a 31-event winless streak.

Quick Hits

Tommy Fleetwood's quest for a PGA Tour win continues • Jordan Spieth's fatal indecision on 18 • 21-year-old Josele Ballester's impressive playoff run against his idol.

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On a wild Saturday, Tommy Fleetwood’s lead at the FedEx St. Jude dwindled to one, while Dean Burmester took control at Liv Chicago, setting up thrilling final-round showdowns on both tours.

FedEx St. Jude Championship

• Tommy Fleetwood saw his four-shot lead evaporate to just one after a Saturday "kerfuffle." Now, Ryder Cup teammate Justin Rose and a charging World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler are hot on his heels for the playoff opener.
• Despite the struggles, Fleetwood remains optimistic: "It's a funny old game... tomorrow might be my day."
• Scottie Scheffler's wild par save after his bunker shot hit a sprinkler head was only outdone by guest commentator Katt Williams declaring Scheffler has the "best ankles in the business."

Liv Golf Chicago

• Dean Burmester, fueled by a fitness journey after hitting his "lowest point," now leads in Chicago. He'll be joined in the final group by his idol Jon Rahm and a 21-year-old rookie living out his dream.
• Rookie Josele Ballester on playing with Rahm: "It's a dream. I've looked up to him my whole life."
• Lucas Herbert's caddie, Nick Pugh, has become an ordained minister to officiate Herbert's upcoming wedding, earning the new nickname 'Reverend Pugh'.

Quick Hits

J.J. Spaun's confidence-boosting 65 • The intense bubble watch for the top 50 • Anthony Kim's bounce-back 68 in Chicago

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On August 8th, 2025, Tommy Fleetwood built a four-shot lead at the FedEx St. Jude while Joaquin Niemann’s 74 in Chicago blew the LIV season-long championship wide open.

FEDEX ST. JUDE CHAMPIONSHIP

• Tommy Fleetwood is on the verge of his elusive first PGA Tour win, firing a 64 to build a commanding four-shot lead. Meanwhile, the drama on the FedExCup bubble was headlined by the wild "Jordan Spieth experience."
• Fleetwood on his journey: "I'd much rather be up there and not quite get it done than not there at all."
• Collin Morikawa holed out for eagle and declared his signature cut shot is back, while first-round leader Akshay Bhatia called his one-under round "boring" and "frustrating."

LIV GOLF CHICAGO

• The season-long individual title race is wide open after Joaquin Niemann stumbled to a 74. Dustin Johnson and Sergio Garcia share the lead, with a pack of superstars including Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau just one back.
• Jon Rahm on the opportunity: "I've got to try to win regardless of what [Niemann] does."
• Sergio Garcia credited a trusty old Scotty Cameron putter for his lead, while Phil Mickelson is contending and has a new nickname for his caddie: "Greens Book Johnny."

Quick Hits

Kurt Kitayama's 63 vaults him up the board • Bryson testing a new ball • Tyrrell Hatton's "honeymoon" putter

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On August 8th, 2025, Akshay Bhatia fired a career-low 62 to take the first-round lead at the FedEx Cup Playoffs in Memphis, putting immense pressure on the players fighting to stay inside the top-50 bubble.

BHATIA'S BREAKTHROUGH

• Akshay Bhatia seized control of the first playoff event with a career-low, eight-under 62. He played his final three holes in a blistering four-under, including an eagle on 16, to grab the outright lead in Memphis.
• He credited a new mental approach: "It's OK to get mad at golf shots, but not at yourself, not self deprecate yourself, which I tend to do."
• His stellar play comes after struggling with equipment for months, having cracked his driver at the Masters earlier this year.

THE BUBBLE BATTLE

• The pressure is on for those fighting to make the top 50. Bud Cauley made the biggest move, jumping from 53rd into contention with a 64, while Rickie Fowler (66) also played his way inside the cutline.
• Jordan Spieth (69) is projected at exactly 50th, living up to his pre-tournament admission that he was "fully prepared to have some stress."
• On the flip side, Min Woo Lee, who started the week at 50th, plummeted down the leaderboard after a tough six-over 76.

TPC SOUTHWIND BITES BACK

• The renovated TPC Southwind proved to be a stern test, with firm new greens and "impossible" rough. Accuracy off the tee was paramount, with players noting they'd rather lay up than attack from the thick stuff.
• As Tommy Fleetwood, who shot 63, put it, the course is "only a second shot golf course if you're in the fairway."
• In a bizarre twist, Matti Schmid's eagle on the third hole was so perfect it damaged the cup, forcing the grounds crew to recut the hole location for the rest of the field.

Quick Hits

Tommy's hot finish • Scottie's $50 eBay divot tool • Justin Rose's "man flu" 64

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On August 7th, 2025, we explored Jon Rahm's intense competitive philosophy, Ian Woosnam's controversial take on the Old Course, and Scottie Scheffler's unique use for his major trophies.

THE RAHM DOCTRINE

• Jon Rahm reveals the "non-negotiable rule" for his Legion Thirteen squad: never give up on a round. We break down his intense competitive philosophy and how he's instilling a relentless mindset in his LIV Golf team.
• "I've told everybody on my team, I'd rather you shoot eight over than nine over. Compete till the end."
• It's not all business—we also share a story about Rahm leading his team in a karaoke session in Hong Kong.

SCHEFFLER'S TROPHY TRICK

• Scottie Scheffler shares a hilarious story about using his major championship trophies as a "hall pass" to get his infant son, Bennett, into the men's-only grill at his home club for the first time.
• We also touch on his more serious strategy of conserving energy as he heads into the demanding FedEx Cup playoffs.
• The world's No. 1 proves that even major trophies have practical, everyday uses for new dads.

COURSE CONTROVERSIES & CHANGES

• Ian Woosnam makes a provocative claim that modern tech has made the Old Course at St. Andrews "obsolete" for The Open. We also look at the "gnarly" new Bermuda rough awaiting players at TPC Southwind.
• Harris English describes the TPC Southwind changes, noting the challenge of the tough new rough around the greens.
• The debate rages: should golf's most historic venue be retired from the championship rota?

Quick Hits

Mike Trout's "no rules" club preview • Tiger Woods designing Trout National • FedEx Cup playoff prep

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On August 6th, 2025, we break down the mounting pressure on Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele's desperate FedEx Cup push, and the brewing 'Rory Rule' debate dividing the PGA Tour.

LIV GOLF CHICAGO: RAHM'S RECKONING

• Jon Rahm heads to Chicago to defend his title, marking a full year since his last individual win. The pressure is immense as he's the only player in the Liv Golf top six without a victory this season.
• When forced to pick between Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, fellow Stinger GC member Louis Oosthuizen surprisingly chose Bryson.
• A stark contrast to 2020, when Phil Mickelson called Rahm's game "flawless" with "no weaknesses."

PGA TOUR PLAYOFFS: BUBBLE TROUBLE & RULE DEBATES

• The new "Xander Embedded" docu-series details Xander Schauffele's fight to make the BMW Championship. Sitting at #42 in the FedEx Cup standings after a rib injury, he needs a huge week at the St. Jude.
• Despite a "unique year," Schauffele's team says he's in the "best shape he's been in."
• Meanwhile, a "Rory Rule" debate is brewing after he skipped the St. Jude, with Player Director Peter Malnati "Very concerned" while Webb Simpson defended a player's right to choose.

Quick Hits

Minjee Lee wins her second Rolex Annika Major Award • Amateur barman Max Hopkins ties Rahm's course record at Royal Liverpool with a 63.

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On August 5th, 2025, we break down Jeeno Thitikul's ascent to World Number One and explore the contrasting mindsets of Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy as the FedEx Cup Playoffs begin.

LPGA TOUR: A NEW WORLD NO. 1

• Jeeno Thitikul has officially ended Nelly Korda's historic 71-week reign, becoming the new World Number One. Her incredible consistency this season reflects the growing global depth and fearlessness of the LPGA Tour.
• "It’s for my family, my team and my friends." - Jeeno Thitikul on her achievement.
• The tour is no longer top-heavy, with Minjee Lee noting that today's players are "younger and talented and really fearless."

PGA TOUR: THE PLAYOFF PREDICAMENT

• As the FedEx Cup Playoffs begin, top-seed Scottie Scheffler, fresh off an $8M bonus, is openly questioning the fulfillment of victory, contrasting sharply with rival Rory McIlroy's strategic decision to skip the first event.
• "OK, what are we going to eat for dinner? ... It's not a fulfilling life." - Scottie Scheffler on winning.
• McIlroy is making a "power move" by skipping the St. Jude, justifying it by noting his poor finish last year barely impacted his overall playoff standing.

Quick Hits

LIV Golf considers waiving captain's exemptions for OWGR points • Bandon Dunes lands its first high-level pro event for 2026 • LIV's next stop: Chicago

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On August 4th, 2025, Cameron Young finally broke through for his first PGA Tour win at the Wyndham Championship, while the FedEx Cup bubble burst in dramatic fashion for the unlucky few.

WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP: A WIN FOR THE AGES

• After seven runner-up finishes, Cameron Young captured his elusive first PGA Tour victory in dominant fashion. He overcame an opening bogey with five straight birdies to tie the tournament record and become the 1000th winner in Tour history.
• "Where do I go? I've never done this before." - Cameron Young to his caddie after the win.
• The win was a long time coming for the 2022 Rookie of the Year, who admitted, "I've been waiting for it for a while."

THE BUBBLE BURSTS

• The drama for the final playoff spots was gut-wrenching, epitomized by Davis Thompson. He birdied 15 from 47 feet only to three-putt the final green, missing a six-footer that cost him his season, finishing 71st.
• "Oh boy, six feet for everything." - Jim Nantz on the broadcast.
• While Thompson suffered the ultimate heartbreak, Chris Kirk authored a clutch T5 finish to move from 74th to 61st, safely securing his spot in the playoffs.

A FAREWELL TO FINCHY

• The golf world said a heartfelt goodbye to legendary CBS broadcaster Ian Baker-Finch as he signed off for the final time. His colleagues, including Jim Nantz and Dottie Pepper, delivered emotional tributes to the beloved commentator.
• "Whatever you think of Ian Baker Finch, he's ten times better." - Jim Nantz.
• Finchy's final words to the audience: "I'll miss being in your homes every weekend."

Quick Hits

Mac Meissner's "personal victory" with a solo second • Amateur Jackson Koivun's impressive T5 • Byeong Hun An falls out of the Top 70

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On Moving Day at the Wyndham Championship, Cameron Young built a commanding five-shot lead while the desperate fight for the final FedEx Cup Playoff spots intensified.

WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP

• Cameron Young is on the verge of his first PGA Tour win, building a five-shot fortress at twenty under par. His performance ties the 54-hole tournament record and marks his first-ever 54-hole lead on Tour.
• Young on his aggressive Sunday mindset: "I'm just looking to try to beat second place by as many as I can... I want to be the one to shoot an eight, a nine, a ten under."
• After a 39-hole bogey-free streak, Young looks to convert his first 54-hole lead into a breakthrough victory.

THE BUBBLE BATTLE

• The real drama unfolded around the top-70 cut-off for the FedEx Cup Playoffs. We dive into the high-stakes pressure where one shot can make or break an entire season for players on the brink.
• Gary Woodland, projected at the final spot (#70), on his fatigue post-brain surgery: "I need to get back into a dark room and just try to turn my brain off."
• After thinking their week was over, the Højgaard twins got a second chance when the cut line moved, allowing them to play the weekend and continue their playoff push.

Quick Hits

Amateur Jackson Koivun impresses in sixth • Early leaders Im & Dahmen falter with 73s • Big names like Homa & Bradley see their seasons end

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Amidst a storm-suspended second round at the Wyndham Championship on August 2nd, 2025, Cameron Young surged to the lead while Gary Woodland provided the shot of the year with an emotional albatross.

WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP: YOUNG'S RYDER CUP VISION

• Cameron Young is on a heater, reaching -14 through 15 holes before play was suspended. He's driven by his ultimate goal: making the Ryder Cup team in his home state of New York at Bethpage Black.
• Supporting his mindset, Young admitted he's looking "off in the distance" at that Ryder Cup goal, using it as motivation rather than getting bogged down in the "little things."
• The New York native is channeling the pressure of a home-state Ryder Cup into a dominant performance, putting him in prime position for a marathon Saturday.

THE ALBATROSS: GARY WOODLAND'S COMEBACK

• The emotional highlight came from Gary Woodland, who holed out for an albatross on the par-5 fifth with a 7-iron. The shot is a powerful milestone in his comeback from brain surgery last year.
• Woodland has been leaning on his coach Randy Smith's advice to "stay patient" and "have fun," a mindset that clearly paid off with the incredible shot.
• In a wild coincidence, this was Woodland's second career albatross—the first came in high school, and he used the exact same club, a 7-iron.

THE CHASERS & COMEBACKS

• Patrick Rodgers erased a "dreadful summer" with a stunning comeback, playing his final 15 holes in nine under for a 63. Mac Meissner also posted a 63 to co-lead in the clubhouse at -12.
• Meissner, who had missed five straight cuts, credited work with a sports psychologist for getting him "freed up." Defending champ Aaron Rai is lurking at -13 through 13 holes.
• Ben Griffin's "no driver" strategy continued to pay off in a big way, as he holed out for eagle from 97 yards on his way to easily making the cut.

Quick Hits

Joel Dahmen yet to start R2 • Adam Scott & Max Homa struggle • Rickie Fowler makes the cut • A marathon Saturday awaits the field

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