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    With another victory at Jack's Place, Scottie is looking more like Tiger, too

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 52:07


    0:00: Biggest takeaways from another special Sunday performance from Scottie Scheffler06:00: Is Scottie more like Jack Nicklaus, or Tiger Woods? Or is he the perfect blend of the two?12:00: Scheffler's record with the outright 54-hole lead is crazy good. Here's what that tells us.18:00: For all of his ball-striking prowess, his "bounce back" ability might be most impressive21:00: Ben Griffin, U.S. Ryder Cupper?26:00: Jack Nicklaus savages Rex and his walk-and-talk interviews – does he have a point?32:00: What to do about those pesky mud balls36:30: Maja Stark wins the U.S. Women's Open, and Erin Hills gets another shot on the big stage41:00: Lexi Thompson fires back at her critics43:00: Charlie Woods has his own 'Hello world' moment45:00: Answering your questions about the Tour Championship format change51:00: Golf's Longest Day, here we come!

    Is this really the best way to determine a $25 million winner?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 28:18


    0:00: The Tour is changing the Tour Championship format -- once again08:00: The players are leading the charge this time. Is that a good thing?18:00: The Tour will look into beefing up East Lake for the season finale ... but how?23:00: Jack Nicklaus admits he was 'surprised' Rory isn't playing this week – and that he didn't hear from him either.28:00: Get in your listener questions for Sunday's show!   

    Rex's notebook: On-the-ground reporting from a busy week at Colonial

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 52:10


    0:00: Ben Griffin stumbles home but still wins at Colonial13:00: What was Matti Schmid doing on the 71st hole?16:00: Rickie Fowler's Sunday fade could have significant implications20:00: Scottie Scheffler does what he always does – contend23:00: Rex's reporting on distance-measuring devices, its impact and its future29:00: Remembering Grayson Murray, one year later32:30: Why would Rory McIlroy skip the Memorial?37:00: Another signature event invite for Jordan Spieth, Rickie40:00: There's a new leader of the LPGA45:00: Listener questions! 

    PGA fallout: Why more 'robust' driver testing is more complicated than it seems

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 38:23


    0:00: Rex just won a Sports Emmy – but Lav, after traveling to NYC, did not. Awkward!06:00: Why we're still talking about Scottie Scheffler's PGA win and what it means12:30: Rex has new reporting on the feasibility of more 'robust' driver testing, as Scottie suggested18:00: Sergio Garcia failed to make it through U.S. Open qualifying22:00: Who we're putting on the new Detroit-based TGL team27:00: Listener questions: Quail Hollow defense, LIV player major performance, Scottie/Tiger comps

    How Scottie Scheffler steadied himself, outlasted the field at the PGA Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 51:59


    0:00: How Scottie Scheffler turned a tie ballgame into a blowout12:30: Is Scottie playing even better than he did during his nine-win 2024?24:00: What to make of Jon Rahm's return to the major championship mix?31:00: Bryson DeChambeau is squandering generationally great driving38:00: Love It Or Lav It: Quail Hollow as a major venue, Rory McIlroy's silent treatment, Brooks Koepka's no-show49:00: Which remaining majors set up best for Scottie – and a final bow on the week

    PGA Saturday: How Scottie Scheffler took firm control at Quail Hollow

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 18:57


    0:00: What just happened? Scottie's final 90 minutes of perfect execution07:00: How Alex Noren went from the injured list to the final group09:30: Assessing the third-round surge from Jon Rahm. Is he back?14:30: Bryson DeChambeau's 15th and 16th holes cost him this major bid18:00: We'll be back Sunday night for the full 52-minute recap! 

    PGA Friday: Who on this board can you really trust besides Scottie?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 25:44


    0:00: Scottie has planted his flag – it's time to see what the inexperienced players around him do next06:45: Is Max Homa back?11:30: Matt Fitzpatrick has seemingly emerged from the wilderness, too15:00: Earlier this week, Rory McIlroy's driver was deemed nonconforming. Has it made a difference?18:00: Lav on Bryson's epic driving and why it sets up well for the weekend23:00: What to watch for Saturday at Quail Hollow

    PGA Thursday: Talk of mud balls, player-friendly setup dominate Day 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 21:44


    0:00: Why mud balls were the topic of conversation Thursday at Quail Hollow10:00: Has the PGA done enough to distinguish Quail Hollow from its status as a regular Tour stop?14:00: Breaking down Rory McIlroy's disappointing opening-round 7416:30: This early PGA leaderboard looks awful – but keep the faith!

    PGA preview! Rory post-Slam, Bryson and why it's a short list of contenders

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 37:23


    0:00: It has rained a lot at Quail Hollow – here's the latest, and why it matters09:30: Rory McIlroy says anything else in his career is a "bonus"18:30: Like the Masters, are we on another Rory-Bryson collision course?23:00: We know Quail Hollow. We know who's trending. Can only five guys actually win?27:00: Other players we like who could nudge their way into contention34:00: Who will win this PGA Championship36:30: Mini-pods coming soon, with the full recap on Sunday night

    Philly Cricket Club shows why location, venue matter to PGA Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 28:57


    0:00: We heart you, Philly Cricket Club06:00: Why location and venue should be at the heart of the PGA Tour moving forward11:30: Is Sepp Straka poised to take a major leap?14:00: The early-week PGA forecast has Lav worried – and the field of contenders narrowing19:00: What we're looking forward to early at Quail Hollow26:00: Coming up for PGA: Rex & Lav on Live From, preview Wednesday, mini-pods starting Thursday, full recap on Sunday!   

    PGA releases its major field – but not without a few head-scratchers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 37:59


    0:00: Philadelphia Cricket Club will be the start of the show this week at the Truist08:00: Our players to watch this week include Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth and Viktor Hovland13:30: The field for the PGA is set – what stands out?19:00: Why the PGA is trying to get back in the NYC area golf fans' good graces23:00: Billy Horschel's Ryder Cup chances are doomed, but Lav has a solution!29:00: What to make of Bryson and Brooks' Ryder Cup dinner invitations this week34:00: Listen up, potential sponsors – we've got a new chicken wing/buffalo sauce technique

    We are #blessed: Scottie, Bryson in full flight with PGA upcoming

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 51:01


    0:00: Scottie Scheffler delivers just when the "panic"(?!) set in05:30: Biggest differences in Scottie's game at this point in the year12:00: This PGA Championship has the potential to be. So. Unbelievably. Good.16:30: Is it possible that Scottie's best is yet to come?20:30: Bryson DeChambeau overcomes his Sunday scaries and wins on LIV26:30: Is Bryson's LIV most important player?30:00: The possibility of a Rory/Bryson rivalry33:45: Is LIV moving closer to OWGR points?36:30: Don't look now, but Jordan Spieth is trending for the PGA!41:00: Davis Riley was docked two shots for a rangefinder violation43:00: Listener questions! Signature events, Collin Morikawa's ex-caddie, Justin Leonard for captain 

    Why would one of the game's best players make a caddie change?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 30:49


    01:30: Did the U.S. and International Presidents Cup teams make the right call?11:00: Is the Presidents Cup even relevant at this point?20:00: The biggest differences between Scottie 2024 and Scottie 202524:30: What Collin Morikawa's caddie change tells us30:00: We want your questions for Sunday's pod show!

    How to make the PGA Tour's only team event better

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 52:27


    0:00: Rex is not feeling good about himself after the Augusta/Hilton Head/NOLA triple02:30: Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin -- two trending players in 2025 -- are first-time winners on Tour09:00: What to make of Rory McIlroy's first tournament as a career Grand Slam winner15:00: Can the Zurich get better? Here are some ideas24:00: Amy Rogers joins the show to discuss a WILD ending to the Chevron Championship39:00: Joaquin Niemann wins again on LIV, but what does it mean?44:00: We're getting closer to a Tour Championship resolution47:00: Blades Brown has a big decision to make50:00: Rex went HAM in New Orleans

    Freed up, is Rory McIlroy about to go on a tear the rest of 2025?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 22:07


    0:00: Rex is in New Orleans for the greatest food stop on Tour02:30: Rory is back in action this week – what's he been up to since Augusta?05:30: Whether the Zurich team format be replicated elsewhere on Tour09:00: Is a Rory tear on the horizon, or could we see a dropoff like Tiger in summer 2001?15:30: LIV players return this week at a familiar course in Mexico18:00: Rex makes questionable decisions during his first few days in NOLA

    The uber-talented Justin Thomas is back where he belongs – in the winner's circle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 52:18


    0:00: Justin Thomas finally gets across the line. What was different this time?11:00: Playoff loser Andrew Novak continues his impressive season13:30: Harbour Town, in firm and fiery conditions, might be as good as it gets19:00: Todd Lewis joins the show!41:30: Joel Dahmen blows a late lead in the Dominican Republic44:00: Wesley Bryan gets suspended by the Tour47:30: Listener comments: We're old, no signature events after majors!50:00: Rex (and Rory) head to New Orleans next week

    With major burden lifted, where does Rory go from here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 33:55


    0:00: Rex is in Hilton Head with player reaction from McIlroy's Masters win03:00: Lav responds to getting ratio'd for his bad takes06:00: Understanding the importance of the career Grand Slam12:00: What's possible for Rory during the remainder of his career?18:00: Anything to Rory "ignoring" Bryson on Masters Sunday?22:00: A mixed team event has been added to the 2028 Olympics25:00: What to make of the Tour's new pace-of-play changes that start this week31:00: Rex makes a fool of himself while playing a casual round on Monday 

    2025 Masters: How Rory McIlroy finally captured the career Grand Slam

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 53:13


    0:00: We finally had a close Masters!03:30: Rory McIlroy's burden is finally lifted15:00: What it's like covering it on the ground at Augusta National20:00: Why was now the time for Rory to bust the drought?30:00: [whispers] Single-season Super Slam, anyone?34:00: Bryson DeChambeau duel fizzles41:00: Justin Rose gives it his all, again45:00: European Ryder Cupper dominance, Jon Rahm and Brooks Koepka disappoint again, and Nick Dunlap's struggles

    2025 Masters: It's the best-case scenario, Rory vs. Bryson for a green jacket

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 18:32


    0:00: Rory vs. Bryson – it doesn't get any better than this03:00: Biggest takeaways from McIlroy's second consecutive 66 to seize the third-round lead10:30: What DeChambeau needs to clean up before this final-round duel15:30: Our picks to win (and why) at the 89th Masters 

    Masters Friday: Bryson, Rory, Scottie! A weekend unlike any other awaits

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 23:13


    0:00: Rex has had enough of these historical and statistical trends at the Masters06:00: How Rory McIlroy was able to recover from Thursday's nightmare finish11:30: Bryson DeChambeau is back in position at the Masters16:30: Scottie Scheffler plays in the worst of the winds – and still survives19:00: What to watch for Saturday at Augusta National

    Masters Thursday: What the heck happened to Rory late?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 22:20


    0:00: A lot happening here at the Masters!03:00: Justin Rose takes the lead after a round even his peers couldn't believe08:30: Rory McIlroy has the start of his dreams – and then implodes late14:30: Scottie Scheffler looks primed to win for the third time in four years, huh?19:00: What to watch for Friday at Augusta National: higher winds on an already firm course!

    Full Masters preview: Biggest storylines, top contenders, bold predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 43:46


    0:00: Rex is the new president of the Golf Writers Association of America03:30: Biggest takeaways from the Masters chairman's press conference17:00: Why Rory McIlroy is story 1A this week at Augusta National24:30: What else we can't wait to see unfold, including LIV player performance31:30: Picks to win, top contenders and sleepers36:00: The guys' Concessions Champions Dinner41:00: Be sure to check us out on "Live From the Masters" the rest of the week 

    Answering YOUR questions on the eve of the 2025 Masters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 41:16


    0:00: Lav celebrates his tasty up-and-down to win their match at Palmetto03:00: Augusta looks a lot different after the storm last fall05:00: Will the loss of trees impact play at the Masters?09:30: Rex goes over his top 10 favorites for Masters week14:00: Lav has his top 10 favorites19:00: Is Phil Mickelson a dark horse this week?22:00: Answering your questions! 

    Back at Doral, these LIV stars have our attention for the Masters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 34:03


    0:00: We want your questions for Sunday night's show!02:00: What to watch in San Antonio, including the potential win-and-get-in story04:30: LIV heads to Doral and its first major-esque test of the year07:00: What the ideal Masters run-up should look like13:00: Why is LIV still playing the victim card?18:00: Which LIV players we're most interested in tracking this week28:00: What we're most looking forward to in Augusta

    Social star arrives: Min Woo overcomes Scottie, Rory and Tosti's antics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 51:00


    0:00: What was different this time for Min Woo Lee10:00: Can Min Woo's game translate to more than just a wide-open Tour course?14:00: Inside the tension of the final group with Alejandro Tosti20:30: What to make of Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy's final tuneup starts for Augusta27:00: Steve Sands joins the show!42:00: Gary Woodland steals the show in Houston44:30: Ex-LIVer Eugenio Chacarra wins on the DP World Tour46:30: LIV heads to Trump Doral47:30: Listener questions

    TGL Season 1 is over. Here's what we thought – and where it goes from here

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 35:37


    0:00: We're still together in Stamford – tune in to "Golf Today"!02:00: Our thoughts on Tuesday's TGL finale04:30: What we thought about TGL season 1 overall10:00: What the future looks like for TGL24:00: What to watch out of Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler this week in Houston28:00: Recapping our week on the "Golf Today" set – and our adventures in NYC

    It's the journey, not the destination: What Viktor Hovland's win tells us

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 52:27


    0:00: Why we're together this week in the NBC Sports studios02:00: Viktor Hovland stages a late rally to win the Valspar. Where did this come from?!13:00: Where it went wrong for Justin Thomas down the stretch at Innisbrook15:00: In this new era, JT deserves credit for facing the media after a tough loss18:30: More confident in Hovland or Thomas moving forward?26:00: Biggest takeaways from the Florida swing40:00: Love It or Lav It: Player outbursts, LIV guys earn Open berths and 2-day TGL finale49:30: Listener questions!

    Love or hate the 3-hole aggregate playoff; do players 'owe' anyone?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 35:08


    00:00: Hello and welcome, without Ryan Lavner1:00: Some people hate The Players playoff system?4:40: Is McIlroy best equipped for a Masters run?9:30: Not the media, but do the players "owe" anyone?14:15: Tiger set the standard for media obligations16:45: Valspar thoughts on JT, Xander and Spieth -- and Innisbrook22:15: Phil's very hot (and very wrong) take on Scheffler and Niemann27:40: PAC co-chair updates and policy board future32:45: TLew, to Rex's chagrin, is headed for a Disney cruise!

    How Rory won The Players, and what it means for the rest of 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 32:37


    0:00: Rory McIlroy's opening statement03:00: Key takeaways from the three-hole playoff05:00: What went wrong on 1709:00: Did Rory need to win this Players?18:00: Rory's completeness as a golfer – and what it means for the rest of the year24:00: Other storylines from the week, including what's up with Scottie?30:00: Enduring takeaway from Players week

    Players Championship Sunday: Who ya got, Rory McIlroy or J.J. Spaun?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 18:58


    0:00: That was a compelling (and marathon) final round03:00: How the four-hour weather delay Sunday impacted the players07:00: Comparing and contrasting Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun's closing stretch14:30: Who ya got in the three-hole aggregate playoff?

    Players Championship Saturday: Where'd all the stars go?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 18:17


    0:00: Controlled chaos ruled the day at TPC Sawgrass03:00: Where'd all the stars go at The Players?06:00: J.J. Spaun is a player worth rooting for09:00: How far back is too far back with the forecast on Sunday?12:00: Rory McIlroy still likes his position, and for good reason15:00: Who wins The Players?   

    Players Championship Friday: Bring on a weekend of wicked winds!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 21:58


    0:00: Lav is an agent of chaos, and the weather forecast is pleasing him02:30: What stands out at the top of the leaderboard05:30: Rory McIlroy's weekend outlook08:00: Justin Thomas goes absolutely bananas – and now is back in the mix12:00: Collin Morikawa doesn't regret his media criticism. In fact, he doubled down.19:00: What to watch for Saturday at TPC Sawgrass

    Players Thursday: Inside-the-ropes observations with the super-group

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 17:24


    0:00: It feels like a typical early leaderboard at The Players03:00: Takeaways from Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele's rounds05:00: After another poor putting day, Scottie sounded grumpy08:30: Was Rory's opening 67 the best he could have shot?12:30: Xander's gritty round comes undone on 1815:00: What to watch for Friday at The Players

    Why TPC Sawgrass might be the perfect tournament venue

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 37:30


    0:00: Why TPC Sawgrass might be the best test of golf all year on Tour06:30: Tiger Woods is out indefinitely with a ruptured Achilles14:30: Biggest takeaways from Commissioner Monahan's press conference20:30: What to watch in the OWGR Nos. 1-3 super-group at The Players, plus other contenders29:00: As media members, did Collin Morikawa owe us an explanation on Sunday?35:00: Our picks to win!

    Taking stock of Scottie, Rory, Xander before Players week

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 33:56


    0:00: How Russell Henley stole Bay Hill from Collin Morikawa09:00: Xander Schauffele returns to the Tour. How did he look and sound?14:00: Scottie Scheffler seems to have figured out his driver19:00: Rory McIlroy's equipment experiment backfires24:00: Sergio Garcia wins again on LIV, drawing the attention of Luke Donald?30:00: Quick lookahead to Players week

    What the PGA Tour's fan-forward survey means for you

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 42:44


    0:00: Jay Monahan met with the media -- again. Here's what he had to say.05:30: Bryson DeChambeau is looking forward to LIV's future, but does he hold all the power?09:00: Xander's return, Scottie's driving, Rory's Florida Swing on our radar12:30: PGA Tour executive Andy Weitz joins the show!33:30: Takeaways from our conversation on the future of the Tour40:00: Rex is heading home – and off to Bay Hill

    Low scores, less carnage. Has PGA National gone soft?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 52:16


    0:00: Joe Highsmith goes nuts to win his first Tour event06:00: What happened to the PGA National of yesteryear?12:00: Luke Clanton looks like a star. What can he become this year?17:00: Brad Faxon joins the show!41:00: Love It Or Lav It: Spieth no sponsor invite, Xander's return, "Full Swing" dud49:00: Listener questions

    Tech enhancements, hot mics, player input – TGL producer goes deep on Season 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 47:15


    0:00: Rex empties the notebook from a few days in South Florida: White House meeting, Tour Championship changes?06:30: Jordan Spieth is teeing it up at the Cognizant for the first time – with his eye on next week10:00: Signature event sponsor exemptions again under the microscope12:00: Rex was back at the SoFi Center earlier this week for TGL15:00: TGL producer Jeff Neubarth joins the show: What's worked, what hasn't, and what's next?46:00: Hit us up with questions if you want to appear on Monday's show! 

    Another White House meeting, but no deal. What's the hold-up?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 52:07


    0:00: Brian Campbell and one of the luckiest breaks ever?06:00: Even with some flaws, Aldrich Potgieter looks like the real deal14:30: Damon Hack joins the show from Mexico!29:00: Why there remains no Tour/PIF deal after marathon White House meeting41:00: Punch Shots: Spieth playing Cognizant, TGL subs, AimPoint debacle49:30: Listener questions: Too much golf? Are we anti-LIV haterz? 

    The looming friction of a PGA Tour/LIV reunification

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 29:22


    0:00: Defending ourselves against the Internet trolls and haters05:00: Takeaways from TGL at this point in the inaugural season13:00: Adam Scott won't blame Tour players if they have negative feelings about a reunified game22:00: New LIV CEO follows Greg Norman's lead and makes a brash claim27:00: A real "What's on the Grill?" segment, coming soon to your TVs

    After win at Torrey, Ludvig Åberg has officially arrived

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 52:18


    0:00: Ludvig Aberg looks like a superstar in the making09:00: Mav McNealy keeps getting better12:30: Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy go different directions Sunday17:00: Johnson Wagner joins the show!37:00: Love It or Lav It: Joaquin Niemann's breakout year, McNealy's fix for slow play, 4 Nations Face-Off for golf45:50: Punch Shots: Tiger Woods on the Tour's future, Xander Schauffele's target return, Jordan Spieth's wrist

    Just 'get over it' and move forward with Tour-PIF future?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 28:28


    0:00: Hello, and welcome ...1:00: Monahan's "update" on the Tour-PIF negotiations5:30: In what direction are we headed?10:10: Does everyone need to just "get over it"?16:05: McIlroy tackles many topics, including slow play18:20: President Trump "not a fan" of LIV's format19:00: How is Torrey Pines compared to Farmers week?21:00: Who's the favorite at the Genesis Invitational?24:00: AimPoint caught in the crosshairs27:30: See you on Sunday!

    Tour, Trump and Tiger: Golf and politics mix with deal on the line

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 51:28


    0:00: Thomas Detry authors -- what will be -- one of the most impressive performances of the year11:30: Jordan Spieth looks like the Spieth of old17:30: What happened to Scottie Scheffler on Sunday?21:00: Love It or Lav It: Trump's involvement, LIV under the lights, LIV exemption, Tiger made cut38:00: Luke Clanton narrow miss, Xander Schauffele still out, RIP Tida Woods45:00: Rex heads to Torrey Pines for another signature event48:30: Rex's run-in with a ... bear this weekend?

    The Phoenix Open's fine line between party and problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 34:29


    0:00: What was the point of Charley Hoffman's letter to the Tour membership?11:00: All eyes on the Phoenix Open this week – and on the fan behavior17:30: Players to watch at TPC Scottsdale19:00: Biggest headlines/headliners heading into another LIV season26:00: What will Bryson do for an encore?33:00: What's on the grill for the Super Bowl

    Watch out, Scottie: Rory as good as ever to start 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 53:03


    0:00: Biggest takeaways from Rory McIlroy's win at Pebble Beach11:00: Why the week at Pebble Beach was so desperately needed for the PGA Tour17:00: T-Lew joins the show to discuss Rory, pace of play and more30:30: Love It or Lav It: Phil's take on LIV, Bryson/TGL, J-Day's outfit, Phoenix46:00: Scottie and Spieth's return. Encouraged or not?51:00: Listener question52:30: Back Wednesday for a Phoenix Open preview!  

    The fans have spoken! Here's what they want from the PGA Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 33:55


    0:00: Lav gets a little too risky by the Pacific02:30: The PGA Tour is about to release its fan-survey findings. Here's what we know.17:00: The fine line of adding entertainment elements and not undermining competition22:00: Scottie Scheffler is back from injury. What can we expect?26:00: With career goals outlined, can Rory McIlroy still get up for regular events?32:00: If you can't get up for this event, at this course, you don't love golf

    PGA Tour must address its slow-play problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 50:11


    02:00: Harris English claims Tour win No. 5 at Torrey Pines06:00: Is Torrey a stout test or a bore?10:00: Pace of play continues to dominate Tour events/broadcasts15:00: What to make of Farmers' Saturday finish, weak field, spot on the schedule22:00: Ludvig Aberg, two amateurs turn heads at Torrey -- for different reasons27:00: Scottie and Spieth return at Pebble33:00: The debut of "Love It or Lav It?"!41:00: Quick hits: St. Andrews return, Tiger/Rory TGL, PGA is anti-rollback47:00: Listener questions

    Justin Thomas urges players to help the TV broadcast – but how?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 36:27


    0:00: A mea culpa/explanation for no Sunday pod03:30: What can be done -- finally -- about slow play on Tour11:00: Justin Thomas calls on Tour players to help the TV product23:00: Report: Genesis Invitational to be played at Torrey Pines29:00: Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele injury concerns continue34:00: Rex is taking on Johnson Wagner in a chipping contest

    Did another TGL blowout expose some of the league's flaws?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 37:02


    0:00: Appreciate all the love on the pod hitting the airwaves02:30: Tiger turns up at TGL – and it's another blowout. A full discussion of Week 216:30: Rory makes his season debut in Dubai. Here's what we're watching.20:00: Jon Rahm says it's "wrong" that LIV players are still excluded from OWGR, majors25:00: Rory advises protege Tom McKibbin against move to LIV29:00: Why the pro debut for 17-year-old Blades Brown is so interesting

    Jordan Spieth's imminent return – and the next act of his career

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 50:59


    0:00: Hey, we're on TV now!02:00: Did Nick Taylor win the Sony, or did JJ Spaun/Stephan Jaeger lose it?07:00: Todd Lewis joins the show, live from Waialae19:30: Jordan Spieth set to return at Pebble after wrist surgery27:30: LIV Golf happenings, including the 2025 schedule release30:30: Eugenio Chacarra doesn't get picked up by LIV – and tees off on the league37:00: Tom McKibbin reportedly set to join LIV in a few weeks40:30: Quick hits including big ratings for TGL and the latest on Riviera49:00: Rex is headed to the American Express

    TGL finally debuts. Will it flourish or flop?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 32:12


    0:30: A big announcement: We're coming to your TV screens!02:30: Rex's first TGL TV hit did not go according to plan04:00: The best parts of TGL's opening night13:00: Criticisms, concerns and questions after the first match28:00: Is this just the start for TGL?

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