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The Padres are in the playoff chase. They face a 12-pack of games vs Twins, Pirates, Rays, Reds. Dodgers Juggling Act trying to solve big problems. Angels Rebuild has begun. Help Wanted – Pitching. MLB News Yankees, Tommy John, ESPN, Bill Rasmussen. Rams and Chargers impressive first game wins. NFL News Seahawks, Vikings, Cowboys, Colts, Giants, Eagles, Browns. Sean Lewis has the boys compete in the Red & Black Scrimmage. Hacksaw has initial thoughts on Aztec football. NBA Lawsuits and Showdowns with Lakers, Clippers, Cavaliers, Mavericks. Hockey Hotline Injuries and Unhappiness Ducks, Panthers, Canucks, Red Wings, Oilers. Plus, Jim Nantz, Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka. Is that enough Topics on the Table for you?? I want to talk sports with you! Gotta a question for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the live chat on Facebook, YouTube or X. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, August 20, 2026. 1)…PADRES IN PLAYOFF CHASE “12-PACK OF GAMES…NOW OR NEVER” 2)…DODGERS-TRYING TO SOLVE PROBLEMS “JUGGLING ACT-LOOKING FOR ANSWERS” 3)…ANGELS …THE REBUILD HAS BEGUNS “HELP WANTED PITCHING” 4)…MLB NOTES…BASEBALL LOSES A HERO “FAREWELL TO TOMMY JOHN-BILL RASMUSSEN” ————- 5)…RAMS-CHARGERS…IMPRESSIVE PRESEASON WINS “1ST GAME REPORT CARDS” 6)…NFL NOTEBOOK…WEEKEND CONTROVERSY “SEAHAWKS CRITICISM” SEAHAWKS VIKINGS DALLAS COLTS GIANTS EAGLES-BROWNS ========= (HALFTIME…DIXIELINE LUMBER) ========= 7)…AZTECS FOOTBALL…SNEAK PREVIEW “RED & BLACK SCRIMMAGE” ————— 8)…NBA NOTEBOOK “LAWSUITS AND SHOWDOWNS” LAKERS CLIPPERS CAVS MAVERICKS —————- 9)…NHL NOTEBOOK “INJURIES-UNHAPPINESS” DUCKS LOGO FLORIDA PANTHERS VANCOUVER DETROIT EDMONTON —————– 10)…HOT HEADLINES…PGA-LIV “OFF THE SPORTSWIRE” JIM NANTZ SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER RORY MC ILROY BROOKS KOEPKA #MLB #yankees #PADRES #mannymachado #gavinsheets #fernandotatisjr #jacksonmerrill #DODGERS #shoheiohtani #daveroberts #KYLETUCKER #ANGELS #MIKEMADDUX #johnmozeliak #tommyjohn #nfl #BROWNS #TEXANS #COLTS #EAGLES #COWBOYS #GIANTS #VIKINGS #SEAHAWKS #raiders #klintkubiak #fernandomendoza #chargers #justinherbert #tylerbiadasz #rams #AARONDONALD #deshaunwatson #SHEDEURSANDERS #terrionarnold #BRIANFLORES #lakers #JEANIEBUSS #clippers #kawhileonard #STEVEBALLMER #mavericks #cavaliers #sandiegostate #aztecs #seanlewis #sdsu #jaydendenegal #luckysutton #ducks #CUTTERGAUTHIER #nhl #OILERS #canucks #redwings #panthers #bradmarchand #THATCHERDEMKO #espn #jimnantz #bilrasmussen Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw’s Insider’s Group. It’s free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com
We're back and checking in on the summer of golf.Gumby, Keith, and Matt catch up after a short break to talk about their games, summer golf, golf fashion, and the current state of professional golf.Why has this year's major season felt a little flat? What's going on with Brooks Koepka? And what does golf need heading into the fall?The guys get into all of it — plus plenty of the usual golf talk along the way.
Scott Riley, Aron Price, and Matt Every kick things off with visor talk, memorabilia, and a few classic golf-nerd tangents before turning to bigger-picture golf topics. The episode centers on New Zealand golf, PGA Tour playoff format ideas, and a long conversation about aging stars, young talent, and what makes a tour event feel meaningful.We discuss how to make PGA TOUR tournaments feel more dramatic, why some events should reward winners more aggressively, and which players still look dangerous well into their 40s. The crew also gets into WNBA chaos, music nostalgia, sports cards, and the kind of side conversations that make this show feel like a clubhouse hang.Key topicsIn this episode, the guys open with visor obsession, including a Phil Mickelson Bearing Point visor, a Brad Faxon visor, and a joke about opening a memorabilia shop.Aron Price shares old tournament stories from Australia, including caddying as a kid, meeting Brett Ogle and Robert Allenby, and bringing a 1995 Faxon visor back into the mix.The conversation turns to New Zealand golf, with Scott Riley pitching a stronger push around events like the New Zealand PGA and New Zealand Open.Matt Every and Aron Price talk through the geography and vibe of New Zealand courses, including Queenstown, Christchurch, Wellington, Paraparaumu, and Auckland.The crew floats a marketing idea for pro ams in New Zealand, suggesting local celebrities and athletes could add more value than a standard setup.The PGA Tour playoffs and Wyndham Championship are a major topic, with Scott pushing for a more dramatic “if you win, you're in” structure.Matt offers a full alternative postseason concept where tournament winners auto-qualify for the Tour Championship and the remaining spots go to the best non-winners.The guys debate whether the PGA Tour needs more emphasis on winning, more stakes late in the season, and fewer playoff events.They break down Michael Brennan's win and why his swing, composure, and pace stood out coming down the stretch.The conversation widens to older players still producing on tour, with Alex Noren, Gary Woodland, Eric Cole, and others used as examples of longevity and consistency.Brooks Koepka gets a strong vote of confidence, with the group noting that his ball striking is still elite even if the putting has been off.The second half turns into a sports card and memorabilia segment, including a rare dual autograph card featuring KJ Choi and another Korean golfer, plus a story about Russ Stevens as a rare Donruss Rated Rookie who never reached the majors.Travis Hunter, Bo Bichette, and Jags talk appear as the guys swap between current sports and card-market speculation.The show closes with more New Zealand open chatter, pro am nostalgia, and the crew joking about how they always play better in team events.If you like living forever, and you like golf, then you're going to LOVE Live Forever Golf.Enter discount code "LFG20" for 20% off your next order at LiveForeverGolf.comStraight Down the Middle'ish is brought to you by Live Forever Golf. Check out our Final Few collection to get great deals on our clearance inventory! Free shipping on all orders over $100.
This week on Pivot The Path, we're coming off a wild final round at the Wyndham Championship — the last stop before the FedEx Cup Playoffs field gets locked in. Michael Brennan once again proved his nerve under pressure, with a final round -6, including 5 consecutive birdies to hold off a strong, albeit, up and down round from Beau Hossler - searching for his maiden victory. As a family business, we sincerely find joy in Mum and Dad being the first to congratulate their son with the powerful words, “We're going to the Masters”. Trophies and checks are nice - a strong family unit is key!!On the flip side, Brooks Koepka walked off Sedgefield admitting he has no confidence over the ball right now. Same sport, same pressure, two completely different results.That contrast is exactly where we're headed this week: A quick round is a good round.The research backs up what we preach at SSWING: the best players commit to their pre-shot in 10-15 seconds increments. No hovering, no second-guessing. Under pressure, golfers tend to start overthinking their mechanics instead of trusting them — and that's when things fall apart. Speed isn't about rushing. It's about not giving doubt a seat at the table.Shop the G'day Golfers hat
Welcome to this weeks Main Talk Birdie To Me, and as usual there are plenty of things to discuss in the world of golf.01:00Mark raises Cam Davis' form, he really has fallen off a cliff, and Nick and Mark discuss what is happening with Cam.02:00Lots of LIV news, and it really seems to change almost daily. What to make of it? Nick and Mark discuss the latest news on the LIV funding situation, and the criteria around said funding - specifically that it appears contingent on the key players re-signing with LIV.07:00We touch on next weeks Claude Harmon 3rd chat, which we recorded this week and will publish next Tuesday....it's a ripper!09:00The next LIV events10:30Nick was in New Zealand last week and bumped into Elvis Smylie in Queenstown.11:30The Fedex Cup, we discuss a few of the players who missed out, and do a deeper dive on Jason Day.15:00This week our Hostplus 'Plus for Golf' goes to Brooks Koepka, for an unusual reason. Nick explains.17:00Nick says Tiger was the master of never making excuses when he played poorly, and we discuss Jack's consistent position that he never 3-putted in a tournament, or something along those lines.20:00Our BMW Touch of Class goes to a legendary figure in South Australian golf who we lost this last week - Nick McCormack OAM.After the turn:23:30Nick's Top 5 for Betr is the Top 5 players that he'd like to see turn their form around.28:00Feedback for Southern Golf Club, we have comments and questions on LIV and the player departures, OCM and Cypress Point, Marks comments about the Cypress bunkers, and some suggestions for Nick and Mark's bespoke designed golf course.38:00Nick talks about he has never played golf in Tasmania, Mark shares some memories of playing there.40:00Feedback on the Cathedral Invitational, there's been plenty of positives, and a couple of negatives - we deal with the negatives front on.43:00Nick takes us through the global result highlights from the last week or so.47:30There's been another 59! Mark rates it on his 'patent pending official Talk Birdie To Me 59 ranker'.49:00We look at, and discuss, an hilarious premature 'anti-celebration'.51:00And for the Golf Clearance Outlet, todays masterclass from Mark is on playing bunker shots out of thick, wet, sand.Big show, love your input in the comments, and if you're enjoying the show we'd love you to share the pod with a friend!We're live from Titleist and FootJoy HQ thanks to our great partners:Hostplus, Talk Birdie To Me's official retirement partnerBMW, luxury and comfort for the 19th hole;Titleist, the #1 ball in golf;FootJoy, the #1 shoe and glove in golf;Golf Clearance Outlet, they beat everyone's prices;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia;The Find My Player app - follow every player on every tour;And Southern Golf Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PART TWO: LIV GOLF SEGMENT: Dropping tomorrow morning (08/11/26)With a third straight PGA TOUR winner under the age of 24 in the books thanks to Michael Brennan's Sunday birdie streak, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme look back at his year, and the continued emergence of young American talent on the PGA TOUR. SK and CH also discuss which big names made or missed the FedEx Cup playoffs, discuss the origins of "AimPoint" green reading, and review some comments from Brooks Koepka after missing out on the playoffs.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & this week's storylines tease1:19 Spotting a Smylie Show hat at the Wyndham Championship2:45 Sick kids and a rough week at home6:37 Michael Brennan wins the Wyndham Championship8:13 Brennan's rise: Korn Ferry Tour to PGA Tour winner11:09 Brennan hires putting coach Marcus Potter11:27 Young Americans and the Presidents Cup conversation13:03 Ben James, Miles Russell & American golf's next wave14:02 Brennan's FedEx Cup jump and Presidents Cup odds15:06 Why winning on the PGA Tour still matters most16:33 Heat, humidity, and the "worst month" debate (plus a daylight saving tangent)20:47 Jackson Koivun sneaks into the FedEx Cup top 7024:26 The AimPoint putting debate30:45 Tom Kim climbs to 26th; three playoff streaks snapped31:42 Brooks Koepka's brutally honest 94th-place assessment32:55 Diagnosing Koepka's season & his road back from LIV#golf #pgatour #golfrecap #golfhighlights #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golfpodcast #wyndhamchampionship #michaelbrennan #fedexcup
0:00: Michael Brennan might be better than we expected 14:00: Is the race to the top 70 as important as it once seemed? 30:00: Brooks Koepka gets brutally honest about where he is right now 35:00: Other news, notes and nuggets from the week 39:00: Love it or Lav it: Rory's FedExCup U-turn, Tony Finau's one-handed putting, ace or albatross, KFT pathways 48:00: Voices in the Crowd: LIV, LIV, LIV Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
0:00: LIV gets the help it needs, but questions remain 07:00: How can LIV survive if Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm aren't along for the ride? 13:30: Brooks Koepka's strange season could come to an end this week 19:00: New star Jackson Koivun finds himself as this week's bubble boy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome To The Preferred Lines Podcast for the 2026 Wyndham Championship, powered by Read The Line. A fully packed episode with controversial takes on Thorbjornsen's victory in Detroit, President's Cup Drama, questioning whether Brooks Koepka is cooked, and which players are on the chopping block for the FedEx Cup! Finally, a full breakdown of everything we know and historical data from Sedgefield Country Club, host of the Wyndham Championship. The boys provide everything you need to know about player course fits, before sharing their picks to win the 2026 Wyndham Championship.
0:00: The reaction to the Jackson Kouvin victory surprised us, for these reasons 13:00: The Tour begins the slow trickle of tournament announcements for 2028. Why? 23:00: Brooks Koepka a WD this week in Detroit. How to view his 2026 season 26:00: Announcer-free stream and LIV's team finale canceled? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to the 2026 Takie Awards. Over 28 Awards being given out on this years Takies including Take of the Year, Lib of the Year, Fart of the Year, Blake of the Year, Ratio of the year, Hank's loss of the year, Gorilla Trade of the Year and tons more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take
Raise your hand if you saw this one coming. LIV Golf has been downright invisible for more than a month. The last action featuring the upstart golf league took place on June 7 in Spain. The next LIV Golf event (perhaps) is expected to take place next Thursday, July 23 in the United Kingdom. August will feature three tournaments in New York, Indianapolis, and Michigan to end the 2026 season. In case you missed it, the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) has already told the LIV Golf players that Daddy Big Bucks won't be around to lose another billion or more next year to support the league. There has been chatter during this one month LIV Golf lull that the Saudis might even pull the plug prior to next week's golf tournament in Staffordshire, England. Stay tuned! This week, the fourth major golf tournament of the year is being held at The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale (located 50 miles northwest of Liverpool, England). After two rounds, nine members of the LIV Golf contingent have made their presence known at The Open – loud and clear Leading the Open after two rounds was none other than LIV Golf's Lucas Herbert at eight under par. Who dat, you ask? The unassuming Herbert is an Australian golfer who participates as a member of the LIV Golf's popular “Ripper GC” team. Lucas Herbert is only 30 years old. He won a single PGA Tour event in October, 2021 in Bermuda against a less-than-stellar field. Herbert then moved over to LIV Golf in January, 2024 to team up with fellow Aussies Cam Smith, Marc Leishman, and Elvis (Smiley, that is). Herbert (whose caddie looks like a guitar player for ZZ Top) won the May, 2026 LIV Golf tournament in northern Virginia. His blazing 24-under par total produced a four-shot victory. Lucas Herbert tied the Open record on Friday with a second round 8-under par 62. He missed a three foot birdie putt on the 18th hole which would have given him a new record with a sizzling 61. He told the assembled press afterwards, “It's a pretty good problem to have – to be disappointed you shot a 62!” When the second round ended, Herbert took a one shot lead into the weekend over fellow LIV Golf star and team captain of the “Crushers” team, Bryson DeChambeau. Well, at least for a few minutes… Bryson DeChambeau rolled in a 16-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole on Friday to post a 7-under par total and take solo second place. He was expecting to be paired with LIV Golf's Lucas Herbert on Saturday as he walked off the 18th green following Round 2. Royal & Ancient tournament officials visited with Bryson DeChambeau as soon as he walked toward the clubhouse to sign his scorecard. They wanted to discuss a possible rules infraction which happened way back on Hole #5 of the second round Friday. Bryson DeChambeau bombed a long tee shot, but it was far off line to the right side of the fairway. His golf ball landed in a marshy area surrounded by knee-high fescue grass. As DeChambeau walked around and then behind the ball to line-up his second shot, he accidentally stepped onto some of the fescue behind the ball. The rules officials deemed the temporarily depressed grass to give the golfer an unfair advantage. DeChambeau gave a passionate explanation of his version of the story. He pleaded with the officials that the shot he played was not affected by the squished-down nearby grass. No matter. He was still assessed a two shot penalty to balloon his bogey 5 into a triple bogey 7 on Hole #5. Those extra two shots changed his second round total score from -7 to -5. It dropped DeChambeau from solo second place into a three way tie for fifth place. Afterwards, he said, “Obviously disappointed with the ruling. I don’t agree with it, but it is what it is. This fires me up. Onto the weekend. Let’s get it!” It wasn't the only time that DeChambeau was in the news this week at The Open Bryson DeChambeau is a former US Amateur champion and has won two US Opens. His unusual golfing style (extremely long drives, a set of irons which are all the same length, and a wonky upright putting stance) make him easy to notice on the golf course. His bright smile and affable personality have added to his popularity – especially with younger golf fans. One former golfer who isn't enthralled with DeChambeau's golf style is former champion Nick Faldo. Earlier in the week, Faldo took to the microphone to say that Bryson DeChambeau had little or no chance of winning the Claret Jug trophy which goes to the winner. The six-time major champion commented, “I’d say it to his face. DeChambeau has zero clue of strategy.” He added, “He (DeChambeau) said last year, ‘I’m going to go out and attack the links.’ Well, I’ve never attacked the links. You thread it…feed it down the fairway.” To his credit, Bryson DeChambeau didn’t directly respond to Nick Faldo’s barbed remarks. LIV Golf’s “Hot Temper Twins” haven’t disappointed, either What’s the first thing you think of when I say, “Terrell Hatton?” Some might say, “Who?” Golf fans like me think of “Hot Head Hatton.” The club-flinging, four-letter-word-hurling Hatton found himself at -3 heading into Saturday’s third round. The LIV Golf competitor was paired with Scottie Scheffler (-4) and Bryson DeChambeau during the first two rounds at this year’s Open. The cameras found Hatton on the verge of club-chunking a few different times during Thursday’s opening round. Then there’s LIV Golf’s $300 million bonus man, Jon Rahm. Like Hatton, the intense Spaniard has a long history of temper eruptions on the golf course. Friday’s second round featured Jon Rahm (-4 for the tournament) flinging an iron which bounced off the tee box on the par-3 15th hole. Rules officials handed Rahm an official warning afterwards. The four major golf championships are (yeah, right) cracking down on bad behavior on the course. Rules officials now have the option of issuing a warning, a two shot penalty, or, if warranted, a disqualification. With Rahm being a two-time major golf champion, he was fortunate not to be assessed a two-shot penalty after Friday’s latest temper outburst. A LIV golfer may not hoist the Claret Jug on Sunday, but they’ve stolen the show The other five LIV Golf players who made the cut at The Open were Thomas Detry, Josele Ballester, Victor Perez, Peter Uihlein, and Laurie Canter. You can say a lot about LIV Golf, but several of the nine players who made the cut at this year’s Open Championship have definitely spiced-up this week’s competition. A perilous financial future lies ahead for LIV Golf at the end of August (assuming they are still in business at that point). The economics of the league are not sustainable. Saudi’s fat wallet (now more than $5 billion lighter) will be unavailable soon after enduring four years of massive losses. Defections by Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed this season have also hurt LIV Golf. Don’t forget that Bryson DeChambeau’s contract expires at the end of 2026. All signs point to a rough landing ahead for LIV Golf. Let’s enjoy their contingent of talented and spicy golfers this weekend at The Open – while we still have time. The post It's a LIV Takeover at the Open Championship! appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
Sure, Chris Gotterup just won for the fifth time on the PGA Tour, but this episode could only really start in one way. Andy and Brendan immediately discuss the influx of social media content from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding guests, because if you don't post a picture of you attending a wedding, did you really attend any wedding at all? Justin Thomas took a break from defending the Travelers Championship to appear at MSG this weekend, so Andy gives him a chance to get back in the comments by pointing out some similarities between the Travelers and the John Deere Classic. He makes a compelling case, dubbing the JDC "just the Travelers with a worse field." As previously mentioned, the event was won by Chris Gotterup after firing a 62 on Sunday ahead of the final groups. Andy and Brendan discuss Gotterup's continued rise to superstardom and look ahead to what he may be able to do overseas after a strong run at the Scottish Open and Open Championship last year. They also discuss Ben Kohles, who was unable to force a playoff on the 72nd hole, Zac Blair, and Blades Brown before PJ shares a distressing update from the Spieth Trackers following a t58 finish for their favorite player. Brendan throws out a Game Within the Game for Birkdale of Spieth vs. Padraig Harrington, moving things along to a U.S. Senior Open recap. Harrington won for the second consecutive year, putting an end to Stew Cink's run for the 2026 Champs Tour Grand Slam. Michael Block finished t31, but continued to make "headlines" by finding himself in some YouTube Golf drama on Sunday morning! After running through the rest of the results from across the globe, Andy and Brendan briefly discuss Brooks Koepka's WD from the Scottish Open before wrapping things up with a Soccer Minute ahead of the USMNT's Round of 16 game on Monday night. Order this week and get your Coffee Golf setup dialed in for The Open next week. Everything’s available at proshop.thefriedegg.com. Join Fried Egg Golf Club today at thefriedegg.com/membership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(00:00-12:53) Papers and his posse. Shout out to Zedd and his pyrotechnic team. Veteran move to move up Mike Francesa in the dossier. Audio of Francesa talking with Eddie in Queens. Audio of Herculez Gomez on FIFA suspending Folarin Balogun's red card and allowing him to play.(13:01-23:59) Joined by voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber. Kerbs gives his perspective on the transfer of power over to Alexander Steen. Doug Armstrong preferring to slide into the background. The need to add some toughness and grit to this team. The Ross Johnston signing.(24:09-42:38) Who did it first: Conway Twitty or 50 Cent? Still awaiting a ruling on the suspension of the suspension. Ben Jacobs. Sepp Blatter sounds like a guy with a dry beak. Brooks Koepka put his trolling hat back on.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Thank you for recognizing my plight. Martin subbing in for Vaughn for the Lifetime Roofing Lede. Balogun back in the mix. Audio of the Belgium's head coach talking about FIFA's decision through a translator. Belgium granted the right to appeal the decision overnight. Audio of the Norway couch calling it a "bad, bad, bad, bad, bad decision." Landon Donovan is happy with the decision. More reaction from the ITV Sports Panel. Euro Tears.They want us to break down Chris Gotterup and the John Deere Classic. The British team playing a little cat and mouse with their hotel room to try and avoid the raucous Mexican fans. England advances down at The Azteca. Lester from The Wire taught us to follow the money. Adam Sandler officiating the Swift/Kelce wedding. Joe Buck was there. Shaggy's hits.Laura Dern. Cards dominate the first two but drop game three at Wrigley. Big let down after the Walker homerun to take the lead. Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are in a good spot because of all the catchers. Comparing where they are in the standings this year to last year.Papers and his posse. Shout out to Zedd and his pyrotechnic team. Veteran move to move up Mike Francesa in the dossier. Audio of Francesa talking with Eddie in Queens. Audio of Herculez Gomez on FIFA suspending Folarin Balogun's red card and allowing him to play.Joined by voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber. Kerbs gives his perspective on the transfer of power over to Alexander Steen. Doug Armstrong preferring to slide into the background. The need to add some toughness and grit to this team. The Ross Johnston signing.Who did it first: Conway Twitty or 50 Cent? Still awaiting a ruling on the suspension of the suspension. Ben Jacobs. Sepp Blatter sounds like a guy with a dry beak. Brooks Koepka put his trolling hat back on.More World Cup discussion. The Fox studio crew. UEFA is not happy. Cape Verde and Argentina over the weekend was an all-timer. Mexico vs. England. Iggy's not happy with the soccer discussion. Dakota Johnson. Jackson wants Borat to officiate his wedding. Haenchen is taking schrapnel for not getting the Caitlin Clark autographed basketball.Martin's a nostalgia merchant. Could Jackson have handled The Landing? Quite the little saga unfolding with the Belgium appeal. Collision course for a 1776 rematch. A dangerous question. Dad tweet verbalized.Look Martin, it's James Carlton. James always brings the energy. James came with material today. Design AIre Heating & Cooling EMOTD.James is ready with his sketches and bits. Mizzou football win total is out at 6.5. Completely new defense. James pitches an idea for a Curb Your Enthusiasm episode.President Trump just spoke on the Balogun suspension situation. Audio of The President's comments. Belgium getting little brother'd by FIFA. Lots of USA/Belgium discussion.And the winne of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of Just Wondering, hosts Norm Hitzges and Mary Hitzges break down the Dallas Mavericks' NBA Draft strategy, including whether trading up for Arkansas guard Darius Acuff could be the key to building around Cooper Flagg, plus a look at the coaching search and what Masai Ujiri's quiet approach really means. They also dig into the surging US Men's National Team at the FIFA World Cup and whether the early excitement deserves a reality check heading into tougher competition. Finally, Norm examines whether LIV Golf is on its last legs as Saudi funding dries up and marquee players like Brooks Koepka head for the exit.
It was downright ugly at times on Sunday watching the US Open leader play his final round in front of dozens of obnoxious, heckling New York City area golf fans. In the end, it was Wyndham Clark getting the last laugh. He two-putted from nearly 60 feet on the 18th hole to edge a late-charging Sam Burns by one stroke to win the 2026 US Open golf title. Wyndham Clark led the tournament field by a whopping six shots entering Sunday's final round at Shinnecock Hills on Long Island. He was at 7-under par and paired in the final round with the crowd favorite, Scottie Scheffler (-1). Those brash New York golf fans were quite aware that: a. World #1 golfer Scottie Scheffler was trying to win his first US Open to complete a career Grand Slam. b. Scottie Scheffler (who has two young children) was playing on Father's Day Sunday – which also happened to be his 30th birthday. The crowd sang “Happy Birthday” to him on several occasions during the day Sunday. c. Wyndham Clark (who won the 2023 US Open) caused significant locker room damage one year ago at the US Open in Pennsylvania after missing the cut. He apologized for his temper outburst several times afterwards and paid to repair the damage. d. Wyndham Clark's now-famous temper could, perhaps, be exploited. The New York crowd might be able to get under his skin during Round #4 and help him lose a six shot lead in the final round. The fans nearly got their wish Clark bogeyed three of his first seven holes on the opening nine to squander most of his lead. Shreveport's Calvary Baptist Academy and LSU product Sam Burns did just the opposite on Sunday. Burns started the final day at even par and seven shots behind the leader. He birdied three of the first five holes to quickly move into second place and turn the back nine of the US Open into a tightly contested match. Police arrested a number of New York area golf fans who were openly taunting and pulling against Wyndham Clark early during Sunday's fourth and final round. One arrest came on the #4 tee box after one fan yelled “Don't choke, Wyndham!” Any shot which Clark hit which failed to reach the fairway or green at Shinnecock Hills was met with cheers from many in the crowd on Sunday. He dropped three shots to par to finish at -4 and won by a single stroke. Afterwards, Clark openly addressed the rudeness of many fans during the final round. “New York really didn't like me. I love you guys. But, you know, I get it. I did some unfortunate things last year that I really regret, and I've been sorry multiple times…maybe I can win you guys back over eventually”, said the two-time US Open champion. That new (and very heavy) putter carried Wyndham Clark to victory this weekend The heaviest putter in use at this weekend's US Open belonged to the winner. Using something called an “Eye Q” alignment, the new putter from Ping is destined to become the hottest product on the market this summer. Wyndham Clark just won his second event in the past two months using it. He legally adds lead tape to the bottom of his flat stick to make it even heavier. The golf putter manufacturer and Clark agreed to an exclusive contract with this particular model just days before the US Open started last week. Talk about good timing – for both parties. Wyndham Clark's incredible putting success on both Saturday and Sunday saved countless pars and kept him from falling back to the field. You, too, can own this putter. For the low, low price (just joking) of $397, the Scottsdale TEC Alley Blue model from PING is now available nationwide. Sam Burns keeps getting closer to winning his first major championship That naughty New York crowd should have gotten behind hard-charging Sam Burns instead of holding out hope for a Scottie Scheffler rally which never came. Sam Burns shot a 3-under par 67 in windy conditions as he navigated the treacherous Shinnecock Hills greens as well as anyone in the field. His second place finish is the third consecutive year where he has finished inside the top 15 in the US Open. Burns' birdie putt on the 18th hole trickled by the cup by only an inch. In the end, it would have resulted in a tie for first place with Wyndham Clark had the Burn's birdie putt dropped into the cup Sam Burns was distraught after missing the putt. However, he takes away a record second place prize of $2,430,000 as a consolation prize. Meanwhile, Keith Mitchell set a unique record which may never be tied Thursday’s opening nine holes at Shinnecock Hills found Keith Mitchell posting a nightmarish 6-over par score of 41. On his second nine of the day, he turned it around to shoot a record of 6-under par 29! How’s that for a nifty even par 70? Mitchell posted another 70 in Round 2 to make the cut at even par. Then he shot a 70 on Saturday in Round 3. Keith Mitchell completed his fourth round on Sunday with, yes, another 70! His 70-70-70-70 finish established a US Open record for posting four consecutive even par scores. Mitchell tied for fourth place with Scottie Scheffler and J. T. Poston. He will receive an automatic invitation to next year's US Open to be played at Pebble Beach in northern California. About NBC's biased coverage… I am old enough to remember when Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus dueled each other on the golf course in the late 1960's and into the 1970's. The limited television camera coverage of that era did not permit the networks to show every single shot from golf's two biggest stars. That gave viewers a chance to become familiar with other top players in the field. NBC's cringe worthy pom-pom waving on behalf of Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler this weekend was truly over-the-top. Saturday saw Rory moving up the leaderboard into contention on the front nine after carding three consecutive birdies. That's when NBC's commentators hoisted one plaudit after another as to Rory's golfing brilliance. Sadly for NBC, McIlroy then shot a 5-over par 40 on the back nine to drop out of contention heading into Sunday. Sunday's final round featured the New York fans razzing eventual winner Wyndham Clark. I also noticed that NBC's announcer team of Dan Hicks and PGA veteran Kevin Kisner were nearly as critical as they critiqued nearly every wayward shot during Clark's final round. Time after time, Wyndham Clark responded with a clutch chip shot or a lengthy putt to save his par. The NBC announcers acted as if Clark was simply lucky to have survived another calamity. Would they have the same things had the golfer been named Tiger Woods? Of course not. Winners – Wyndham Clark, Shinnecock Hills, and SwampSwami! Congratulations to Wyndham Clark for going wire-to-wire and never surrendering the lead during the final 54 holes of this year's US Open. A few wayward tee shots and approaches on Saturday and Sunday caused a lot of heartburn, but Clark deserved this year’s trophy. Shinnecock Hills is a brilliantly designed golf course and becomes extremely difficult when the winds come up. One of America's oldest courses proved its worthiness again this week. This year's event featured significant widening of several fairways after the players grumbled following the 2018 US Open held here. The result? Wyndham Clark's 4-under par winning score was a five shot improvement over the +1 final score posted by 2018 winner Brooks Koepka. Clark capitalized and used every inch of those wider fairways this week. Finally, it's time for ol' SwampSwami to take a bow! Yours truly listed Wyndham Clark as the hottest player in the field coming into the US Open during last Wednesday's post. I’m just pleased that I didn’t jinx him. Congratulations to Wyndham Clark! As Jerry Reed once sang, When you're hot, you're hot! The post “Win ‘em” Clark Ignores NY Knuckleheads – Claims 2nd US Open Title appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
Team USA wins their World Cup opener against Paraguay and expectations have never been higher. It's a tough look for the Phil Mickelson fans of the world after he's booted from his home club amid allegations of "inappropriate touching”. Bud Cauley wins the RBC Canadian open for his first ever victory on tour. The US Open returns to Shinnecock, where Brooks Koepka won in 2018 and where Zach Johnson claimed the USGA “lost the course”.#WorldCup #USOpen
My Father’s Day isn’t complete until I plop down after lunch on Sunday to watch the final 18 holes of the US Open golf tournament. My wife and sons became quite familiar with my annual Father’s Day afternoon ritual. I have to grind the final five hours of this golf tournament (on television, of course) until a winner is crowned. In the event of a tie, a two-hole playoff will be held immediately following the final round. Prior to 2018, there was an 18-hole playoff conducted on Monday. The US Open is usually played on the toughest golf course which the professional golfers face all year. The last ten US Open champions have posted an average winning total of just six under par. This year’s US Open returns to a windswept tract near the eastern tip of New York’s Long Island. Shinnecock Hills was founded in 1891 and is one of the oldest golf courses in the United States. They were also one of the first American golf clubs to admit women members from its inception. This will be the fifth US Open conducted at Shinnecock Hills since 1986. Ray Floyd won that one with a one under par total. Corey Pavin won in 1995 (even par). Retief Goosen took the 2004 event at Shinnecock Hills with a four under par score. The most recent US Open held at this course was in 2018 and captured by Brooks Koepka with a one over par score. In other words, this fascinating US seaside links has a long history of playing tough for professional golfers. Watch for these holes to cause the golfers significant trouble this week Hole #7 (Rodan) – Listed at 185 yards, the par-3 7th hole at Shinnecock is a devilish short hole. The winds play havoc with shot selection off the tee. The green features a unique rodan design. That means that the green slopes away from the front portion and toward the back left side. A bad tee shot is quite likely to result in a bogey or worse here. Hole #9 (Ben Nevis) – Ben Nevis is the name of the highest peak (4,400′) in Scotland. The final par-4 on Shinnecock’s opening nine holes involves golfers playing their second shot uphill by some 20 yards against a prevailing wind into an elevated green. Once on the putting surface, some players will face a downhill putt with the wind now pushing their golf ball even faster to make par an exceptional score. Hole #11 (Hill Head) – You wouldn’t think that a short 150 yard par-3 hole would cause many of the top golfers in the world to get jittery standing on the tee box. Missing this elevated green (which looks like inverted bowl from the tee) quickly brings a bogey or double bogey into play. There are four deep sand traps surrounding the 11th hole. Add a gusty wind on the tee, and this short par-3 can wreck someone’s round in a hurry. Hole #14 (Thom’s Elbow) – This difficult par-4 plays a lengthy 520 yards and moves uphill on your second shot into the green. Don’t forget the ever-changing 15-25 mph winds which will affect both your tee shot and approach into the green. The hole was named for Shinnecock’s 55-year Scottish head golf pro named Charlie Thom. Two-time Masters champion Ben Crenshaw once asked Mr. Thom why the 14th hole was named after him. Thom replied, “Look at my elbow. It’s crooked. They named the 14th hole after me, because it’s crooked like my elbow. It goes back up the hill.” Which golfers are “hot” coming into the US Open? Let’s cover a few golfers who are playing well right now. Wyndham Clark – He won the US Open in 2023. Clark then went into a lengthy slump but has returned to form recently with a win at the Byron Nelson tournament in Dallas. He also posted a third place finish at the Memorial Tournament in Ohio a few weeks ago along with an 11th place finish last week at the Canadian Open. When you’re hot, you’re hot! Russell Henley – The quiet Henley won the Colonial in Fort Worth a month ago. He followed it up with a 22nd place finish at the Memorial. Henley has a tendency to play well on difficult courses. Shinnecock Hills will provide a great test of his skills this week. Matt Fitzpatrick – The winner of two events this spring on the PGA Tour, Fitzpatrick shot a closing 66 and 64 in the final two rounds of last week’s Canadian Open to finish in second place. Did you remember that this English golfer won the 2022 US Open title? His game is peaking at the right time this year for a possible second major championship win. Cameron Young – A product of nearby Scarborough, New York, Cameron Young is another two-time winner on this year’s PGA Tour. Young is going to have a boisterous crowd of New York area fans rooting for him all weekend. Now for a few top golfers who haven’t sizzled recently but may contend this week Scottie Scheffler – The world #1-ranked golfer has failed to score a victory since late January. That doesn’t mean that he’s playing poorly, though. Scheffler’s last five tournaments have produced two runner-up finishes, a third place, 12th place, and 14th. Scottie Scheffler could complete his personal career “Grand Slam” with a win at this week’s US Open. He’ll be ready. Jon Rahm – LIV Golf’s top player in 2026, Rahm won the 2021 US Open title on another tough layout at Torrey Pines in San Diego. Spain’s Jon Rahm, like Scottie Scheffler, has a way of pushing his way to the top of the leaderboard in major championships. He broke an 18 month slump with two wins on the LIV Golf tour this spring. JJ Spaun – The defending US Open champion finished sixth and 12th in his two most recent golf tournaments. Spaun’s focus and gritty style is reminiscent of another past US Open winner at Shinnecock Hills. Corey Pavin captured the 1995 US Open on this same golf course with a memorable four wood second shot from the 18th fairway to seal the victory. Tommy Fleetwood – After finally breaking through in 2025 with a win at the Tour Championship, Fleetwood’s sights are now set on winning his first major golf title. The Englishman is quite familiar with seaside links after beginning his professional golf career on the European circuit. Fleetwood is overdue for his first major championship triumph. Don’t overlook these former US Open winners this week! Rory McIlroy – Rory’s first major title was a US Open. He won the 2011 US Open at Congressional near Washington, DC by a whopping eight shots. The deep rough at Shinnecock Hills will punish Rory if his recent issues with errant drives continue. Bryson DeChambeau – Inconsistency has been the only consistent portion of Bryson DeChambeau’s game this season. The two-time US Open champion (2020 and 2024) missed the cut at both The Masters and PGA Championship this year. However, he won twice in March on the LIV Golf Tour. DeChambeau, like McIlroy, must hit more fairways off the tee this week at Shinnecock Hills to get into contention. Justin Rose – The 45 year old Rose is playing in his 100th consecutive major golf tournament this week. That’s a record bested only by Jack Nicklaus. The Golden Bear played in an incredible 146 straight appearances in golf’s majors. Justin Rose is the seventh ranked golfer in the world. He won the 2013 US Open at Merion Golf Club near Pittsburgh. His maturity in pressure situations could give him a chance this week. Brooks Koepka – He won the 2018 US Open on this same golf course eight years ago. Koepka has played well at times this year but hasn’t registered a win in 2026. His five major championship wins have usually been on difficult golf courses. He knows Shinnecock Hills well. If he makes the weekend cut, Brooks Koepka might be a factor on Sunday afternoon. US Open weather: The National Weather Service is calling for: Thursday – 40% chance of rain. High near 76. South winds gusting to 35 mph. Friday – Sunny. High of 77 degrees. West winds at 10-15 mph. Saturday – Sunny. High of 75 degrees. West winds at 10-15 mph with higher gusts Father’s Day Sunday – Sunny. High near 74. West winds 10-15 mph. US Open television coverage (all times CDT): Thursday – USA Network – 5:30AM through 4PM NBC Sports Network 4PM – darkness Friday – NBC Sports Network – 5:30AM through 12:30PM NBC Television – 12:30PM – 6:30PM Saturday – USA Network – 9AM through 11AM NBC Television – 11AM through 7PM or conclusion Sunday – USA Network – 8AM through 11AM NBC Television – 11AM though 6PM or conclusion Happy Father’s Day on Sunday to all of you Dads! Enjoy the golf! The post US Open Preview – Shinnecock Hills is going to win! appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.
On this edition of Sports Innerview with Ann Liguori, broadcasting from the 126th U.S. Open at historic Shinnecock Hills, Ann shares audio highlights from several of the championship contenders during their pre-tournament press conferences. Hear from Rory McIlroy, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, 2022 U.S. Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick, and Brooks Koepka, who captured the title the last time the U.S. Open was played at Shinnecock in 2018. Ann also visits with Andy Bessette, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of Travelers, to preview the upcoming Travelers Championship and discuss why it continues to be one of the PGA Tour's most player-friendly events.
This week on Next on the Tee, I have another outstanding lineup featuring a trio of Hall of Fame instructors, with game-changing insights from across the golf world. Leading off is Sunshine State Conference Hall of Famer and Next on the Tee Resident Director of Instruction, Tom Patri. Tom takes us inside Shinnecock Hills. We discuss the challenges of playing Shinnecock when the winds are blowing, the history of the U.S. Open at the course, memorable victories by Raymond Floyd, Corey Pavin, Retief Goosen, and Brooks Koepka, and how only 3 players and 2 winners have ever finished under par there. Next, Central New York PGA Section Hall of Famer and four-time PGA Teacher of the Year Jack Conger joins the show. Jack shares stories from his remarkable teaching career, offers a fresh perspective on the AimPoint putting system, and explains why many golfers misunderstand how it should be used. He also discusses his work with Fast First Golf and how swinging faster also keeps the ball straighter. In the final segment, I'm joined by Long Beach PGA Hall of Famer and eight-time Patriot Award winner Joe Grohman. Joe shares the incredible work being done through his Adaptive Golf Program and Foundation, helping military veterans and individuals with physical challenges learn, return to, and enjoy the game of golf. We also revisit Joe's longtime relationship with Earl and Tiger Woods, and also his thoughts on the U.S. Open as well. If you love golf instruction, U.S. Open history, PGA professionals, putting improvement, adaptive golf, military veteran programs, and stories from the game's most respected teachers, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Join us on Next on the Tee, where golf legends live and your game gets better. #USOpen #ShinnecockHills #GolfPodcast #NextOnTheTee #GolfInstruction #TomPatri #JackConger #JoeGrohman #AimPoint #PuttingTips #GolfTips #PGAProfessional #GolfTeacher #GolfLessons #AdaptiveGolf #VeteransGolf #MilitaryVeterans #GolfForAll #GolfLife #GolfCommunity #GolfMentalGame #GolfTraining #GolfImprovement #GolfHistory #GolfNews #PGA #USGA #GolfFans #GolfTalk #ChrisMascaro
0:00: USGA reverses course (for now) on the rollback 10:30: What are some options moving forward? 18:00: The USGA is playing it safe this week in terms of U.S. Open setup 26:00: Scottie Scheffler goes for the career Grand Slam for the first time 32:00: Level of concern with Brooks Koepka's hand issue 35:00: Some of our favorite contenders and pretenders 41:00: Subscribe to the Rex & Lav newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The most unpredictable US Open in years is upon us, and no one's playing it safe. If you want to understand why this tournament could turn into a wild scoring fest—or a grueling grind—stick around. This episode dives into the course history, weather factors, and the players most likely to seize the moment, with expert insights that could change the way you watch golf forever.Forget what you think you know about major golf—this year's US Open at Shinnecock Hills combines old-school Lynx charm with unpredictable winds and soft conditions. We look at past tournaments on this storied course, revealing how subtle weather shifts and course restoration have previously turned the tide. And with the field packed with fierce contenders—Brooks Koepka returning to form, rookies ready to shine, and seasoned pros like Rory and Scottie Scheffler aiming for greatness—anything could happen. You'll discover the underdog picks that could surprise everyone, plus the strategies elite players are using to navigate these tricky conditions.We break down the top betting favorites and sleeper picks: Wyndham Clark's hot streak, Jackson Suber's breakout potential, and Tommy Fleetwood's long odds that could pay off big. Plus, the storylines to watch—injuries, mental resilience, and the historic significance of winning at one of golf's oldest venues. If you're a golf fanatic, a bettor, or just someone craving a fresh take on the sport's biggest week, this episode is your ultimate guide.Why does this tournament matter more than ever? With the talent pool deeper than ever, a potential soft course, and weather shaping the scores, it's a rare chance to see greatness—and chaos—unfold. Miss out, and you risk watching from the sidelines as history is made.Crucial insights, expert picks, and the unmissable drama of the US Open—all packed into one episode. Perfect for golf enthusiasts and casual fans alike who want to elevate their tournament experience. Tune in now and get ready to watch golf history being written!Send us a message and let us know what you thought about this episode! Acorn Hills Clothing Co.Use code BASIC15 for 15% off. Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good. A Zero Waste Clothing CompanyCourse RecordUse BasicBogeys10 at checkout for 10% off their functional hydration drink!Tally TumblerUse BASIC20 for 20% Tally Tumbler. The tumbler to stay hydrated, competitive, and in control! Thanks for listening. Tune in next Thursday for our next episode! Support the showFollow Basic Bogeys here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basicbogeysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@basicbogeysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@basicbogeys?sub_confirmation=1
Join us as we analyze the upcoming US Open, discussing top contenders, potential surprises, and key moments to watch. This episode offers deep insights into player form, course challenges, and strategic predictions for the tournament.Cheers, - The Tie GuysChapters:00:00 The Art of Palate Cleansing02:52 US Open Week Excitement06:04 Player Insights: Sam Burns and JJ Spaun09:07 The Rise of P and Colin Morikawa11:58 Justin Rose: The Proper Golfer15:09 Wyndham Clark: The Emotional Player18:03 The Stoic Justin Thomas20:49 Brooks Koepka: The Defending Champion23:52 Matt Fitzpatrick: The Tactician35:41 The Margins of Greatness37:21 Bryson DeChambeau's Struggles39:05 Ludvig Åberg: Ready or Not?41:56 Tommy Fleetwood's Potential44:39 Cam Young: The New York Kid49:29 Xander Schauffele's Consistency52:53 Rory McIlroy's Home Advantage01:02:01 Scotty Scheffler's Mental State01:06:33 Bold Predictions for the US OpenWebsite: https://www.thetiepodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetiepodcast/?hl=en Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/thetiepodcastKeywords:US Open, golf predictions, tournament analysis, Rory McIlroy, Scotty Scheffler, Brooks Koepka, Cam Young, betting tips, golf strategy
Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me to discuss the upcoming U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, Brooks Koepka's injury, course layout vs. Oakmont, J.J. Spaun's chances to repeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me to discuss the upcoming U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, Brooks Koepka's injury, course layout vs. Oakmont, J.J. Spaun's chances to repeat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Full Hour 2. Tim Schneider kicks off hour 2 with his hot take. Gene offers up shots & top sports news. Betting expert PJ Glass stops in to off his best bets.
Our betting expert & favorite Baltimorean PJ Glasser stops in to share his best bets. How was the College World Series? Who is PJ's pick for the US Open at Shinnocock Hills? What about team USA's odds at the World Cup? The NBA Finals, NBA Draft & MLB best bets too.
It is an all-time Victory Monday at the Shotgun Start, where a member of the podcast can truly celebrate a world championship. PJ Clark sat down for this episode after being awake for 36 straight hours, roaming the celebratory streets of New York like a nomad. PJ details his evening around Manhattan and the emotions of watching his Knicks win the championship. Then Brendan and Joseph turn to the golf in Canada, where Bud Cauley got his first PGA Tour win after turning pro some 16 years and many, many health issues prior. The Cauley round and story are given its due on a Tour that is increasingly difficult to win on in 2026. There’s also some great delight in Tosti getting in the mix with what may be the highlight clip of the year so far. They discuss Brooks Koepka’s injury with some concern and melancholy. On early U.S. Open chatter, the three discuss some juicy early weather reports and how the USGA could get into any trouble again at Shinnecock and if the past will have fans approaching the week with some level of bloodlust. Zach Johnson’s “dreams” being realized with a Champions Tour win are also discussed, as well as a medical exemption dilemma, the Curtis Cup, Juli Inskter bursting through the Cochran zone, and much more. Visit Dick’s or Golf Galaxy in-store or online to purchase Maxfli Tour Series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 126th U.S. Open Championship is here, and 5 Clubs is kicking off one of the biggest weeks in golf.Gary Williams previews the challenge awaiting the world's best players at legendary Shinnecock Hills, a venue that has hosted U.S. Opens across three different centuries. Hear analysis on Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, Patrick Reed, Brooks Koepka, and other contenders heading into championship week.Special guests include:- Todd Lewis from Shinnecock Hills- Ben Crenshaw on the restoration and history of Shinnecock- Keith Stewart from Read The Line- USGA President Kevin Hammer- Paul McGinleyPlus:- Bud Cauley's emotional first PGA TOUR victory at the RBC Canadian Open- Weekly winners from around professional golf- Club 5 rankings heading into the U.S. Open- Key storylines, course setup discussion, and what makes Shinnecock one of the game's greatest testsCan Scottie Scheffler complete the career Grand Slam? Can Rory McIlroy add another U.S. Open title? Or will a surprise contender emerge on one of golf's most demanding stages?Watch now as 5 Clubs gets you ready for U.S. Open week.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).
U.S. Open week is here, and the 2026 version goes to Shinnecock Hills, one of the toughest tests in all of championship golf. Will anyone get under par? Or will an over par score win like Brooks Koepka did in 2018 at +1? We will do a deep dive into the history of the U.S. Open at Shinnecock, the golf course and who we think will fair well this week. Bud Cauley got his first PGA Tour win this week in the Canadian Open. After a horrific car crash in 2018, Cauley has fought his way back and has finally won for the first time on the PGA Tour. Allegations of inappropriate contact by Phil Mickelson against a female staffer at The Farm Golf Club in California were reported this week. We talk about what is known so far and what Mickelson's lawyers are saying. Subscribe to the Break80 Podcast on Apple, Spotify and YouTube for weekly golf content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
US Open Preview | Scottie Scheffler vs. Rory McIlroy | Tiger Woods & Phil Mickelson News | FIFA World Cup UpdatesOn this episode we get into everything US Open at Shinnecock. Can Scottie Scheffler capture the title this week? Is he even the guy to beat. Brandel Chamblee doesn't think so. Can Rory McIlroy pull in another major victory or is it time for Xander Schauffele or Matthew Fitzpatrick. We get into the betting pool and One and Done. Cal has some news about Slab Cigars and his new efforts in the industry. Tiger Woods checks out of rehab, but there are rumors he is going back for Round 2. Phil Mickelson has been in the news lately. We chat through the rumors as well as if Brooks Koepka will be in the field this week. How is Patrick Reed giong to be play this week at Shinnecock? Gonna be a fun week. Cheers. Chapters00:00 Welcome Back and New Ventures02:57 Traditions and Hole-in-One Etiquette06:07 Sports Updates and Current Events09:00 Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson's Controversies12:00 Acupuncture and Personal Health Journeys22:15 Betting on Sports: March Madness and World Cup24:49 Celebrity Culture in Sports: The Knicks and Free Tickets27:30 Memorable Moments: A Trip to Shinnecock Hills30:37 US Open Predictions: Winning Scores and Key Players33:46 Phil Mickelson's Controversies: The Fall from Grace36:50 Current Golf Landscape: Who's the New Favorite?41:06 Golf Betting Insights44:24 US Open Predictions and Strategies48:20 Personal Updates and Experiences50:02 TV Shows and Movie Recommendations54:32 Summer Plans and Future EventsApparel for the show provided by turtleson. Be sure to check them out online for the new season lineup at https://turtleson.com/ Thanks to Fantasy National Golf Club for providing the stat engine for the show. They can be found at https://www.fantasynational.com The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at theneatglass.com or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram (@birdies_bourbon)
0:00: Bud Cauley's long wait is over, while others are still in line 08:00: The beauty of PGA Tour U was on display in Canada 17:00: Brooks Koepka has to WD ahead of the U.S. Open 21:30: We're jazzed about what Shinnecock is going to offer this week Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Andy Johnson is joined by legendary golf writer Jaime Diaz for a comprehensive preview of this week's U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. The two discuss the modern history of the national championship at Shinnecock, with Jaime sharing memories from covering his first U.S. Open in 1986. Andy and Jaime assess the chances of big-name players like Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Åberg, and Brooks Koepka before previewing Scottie Scheffler's first attempt at completing the Career Grand Slam. The two also discuss the golf course at length, proposing that Shinnecock Hills might just be the best venue the U.S. Open has to offer. They wrap things up with their picks to win the 126th playing of the U.S. Open. Visit Dick’s or Golf Galaxy in-store or online to purchase the Maxfli Tour Series. To learn more about how T-Mobile supports the USGA inside the ropes and provides exclusive benefits to its members outside, visit https://t-mobile.com/usga See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 2 on OverDrive! The guys are joined by TSN Golf Analyst and former PGA Tour Golfer Graham DeLaet to discuss the loaded field at the RBC Canadian Open, which Canadians he expects to make some noise, how Brooks Koepka's game translate to this course, and the future of LIV Golf. Next, TSN Hockey Analyst Frank Corrado joins the show to give his thoughts on the Mike Babcock to Edmonton storyline, if the Leafs should consider interviewing Bruce Cassidy, Jordan Staal's case for the Conn Smythe, and which players need to step up in the final stretch of the Cup Final. Bryan then shares his FanDuel Best Bets.
TSN Golf Analyst and former PGA Tour Golfer Graham DeLaet on his experience to date at this year's RBC Canadian Open, how professional golfers approach working on their game before events, if he misses his time as a pro, how this year's field looks like at TPC Toronto, which Canadians might be the likeliest to make noise this week, how Brooks Koepka's game translates to this course, and the future of LIV Golf.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys are around the set at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley at the RBC Canadian Open, PGA Tour Golfers Mackenzie Hughes joins to discuss playing at the tournament and Brooks Koepka on playing on the PGA Tour, his performance on the tour and the positive perspective on the course. They dive into Mike Babcock's potential future with the Oilers, the direction in Edmonton and Bruce Cassidy's next steps.
Chris Trott spent 20 years fitting golf clubs for the best players on the planet — from Dustin Johnson to Brooks Koepka to Tiger Woods. Now he's running the Trot Shop, a tour-style fitting trailer in San Diego, and what he's seeing from everyday golfers is blowing his mind.In this episode, Trottie pulls no punches on why most club fitting is broken, why shorter shafts outperform what OEMs sell at retail, and the myths he's spent a career dismantling — tipping, puring, shaft flex, lie angles, and the obsession with launch monitors over eyes and ears. He also shares the full story: from the pro shop at Hoylake that turned him away, to a chance encounter at the Belfry that landed him on the European Tour, to writing Tiger Woods' podcast script and nearly breaking his Scotty Cameron.If you're a coach, a fitter, or just someone who wants to actually understand the clubs in your bag — this one's essential listening.
Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap! Happy Memorial Day!!! We hope you're relaxing and ready for another incredible episode, because world renowned basketball player, tiktok cute, and Perfect Match star Jimmy Sotos is here to get into all the drama this season. Meanwhile, we catch up with Sports Illustrated model Jena Sims to talk about her controversial Masters outfits, her marriage with golfer Brooks Koepka, and walking in the upcoming Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show streaming on Hulu! Plus, we discuss Spotify's logo change, Beverly Hills news, mall culture, and more! You won't want to miss it :) "As an ADHD neurodivergent girlie, I didn't like it." HEY! YOU! DO YOU NEED DATING AND RELATIONSHIP ADVICE? Email asknick@theviallfiles.com and be a part of future Ask Nick episodes! Want ad free episodes and incredible bonus content? Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/ Subscribe to The ENVY Media Newsletter Today: https://www.viallfiles.com/newsletter To Order Nick's Book and/or learn more about the show, go to: https://viallfiles.com THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Ollie: Get ready for both you and your pup to be obsessed. Head to https://ollie.com/viall, tell them all about your dog, and use code VIALL to get 70% off your Welcome Kit when you subscribe today! Little Spoon: Try Little Spoon Formula with their 2 can trial pack (Buy 1, Get 1 free - that's $30 for 2 cans), which is great if you're easing into the transition. That's https://littlespoon.com/tryformula. Zenni Optical: If your glasses are overdue for a refresh, now is the time. Go to https://zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for fifteen percent off your first order. Quince: Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to https://quince.com/viall for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/theviallfiles Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Household Headlines 24:24 - Jena Joins 1:18:07 - Jimmy Joins 1:48:34 - Outro Episode Socials: @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @jsotos1 @jenamsims @susiecevans @ciaracrobinson @the_mare_bare @justinkaphillips
Welcome To Preferred Lines, the ULTIMATE 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge Betting Preview and PGA Championship Recap Show, powered by Read The Line The boys begin this week with a fun Ask The Pro segment with Keith Stewart. General Golf Tips and Instruction for the 10 handicapper, breaking down the putter change for Brooks Koepka, Jordan Spieth's unique grip, and tips on performing under pressure on the course. The gang then goes into great detail exiling TPC Craig Ranch from the schedule, and touches on Wyndham Clark's 4th career victory. Then they shift to providing a comprehensive course breakdown for Colonial Country Club, including an interesting trend that has developed with driver usage. Player skill sets, course history, and how that impacts the odds board and their official early picks to win the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge Whether you're looking for outright value, matchup edges, or the sharpest insight heading into PGA Championship week, this episode has you covered.
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Matt Adams recaps the PGA Championship with Major Champion Jeff Sluman and Golf Analyst Emilia Doran. We also hear from the Champion Aaron Rai and Brooks Koepka ahead of the CJ CUP.
Our favorite Baltimorean & betting expert PJ Glasser joins the show. He shares his best bets in the NBA playoffs, MLB action tonight, the PGA championship & much more.
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Wemby takes down the Timberwolves in a pivotal Game 5 and PFT and Hank have a new bet (00:00:00-00:26:59). We talk Donovan Mitchell's big night and Lebron's last game in the NBA? (00:26:59-00:59:01) Hot Seat/Cool Throne including Giannis not being traded but maybe being traded and more (00:59:01-01:26:14). Brooks Koepka joins the show to talk about the PGA Championship, his golf game, not using a yardage book and finally meeting Zac (01:26:14-01:53:17). Shane Bacon joins the show to break down the 2nd major, who can win, a twist on soggy sorrows and his attempt to qualify for the US Open (01:53:17 -02:38:38). We finish with guys on chicks.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take
One episode, a few professional golf topics. In this edition, Mark, Lou, and Greg talk about the unfolding confirmation of the end of PIF funding for LIV and what that might mean for the future of that league—and its players. Then they shift gears to the PGA Tour, where Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick recently teamed up to win a Tour event, securing a card for Alex. (Could Scottie carry Lou to a Tour card?). And finally, they check in with Brooks Koepka, who is piecing together his first season back on the PGA Tour following his return from LIV.If you have a question you want covered on the pod, please submit here: https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/contact/Listeners can also leave us a voicemail! https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/voicemail/Where to find us:Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribeMark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonlineMark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonlineLou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribeLou Stagner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouStagnerGreg Chalmers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregChalmersPGAThe Hack It Out Golf Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackItOutGolfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Content Gods delivered an absolute goldmine of press conference quotes for this Wednesday episode! Andy joins Brendan fresh off of U.S. Open Media Day at Shinnecock Hills and he airs some grievances about all facets of Long Island without PJ present. The two discuss whether Shinnecock is possibly the best golf course in the world and remember the most iconic shots from previous U.S. Opens played in Southampton. After a brief tangent regarding the new programmatic ads inserted into the audio version of the show - there's a first time for everything! - things get back on track with three major LIV stories from Tuesday. First, Jon Rahm has reached an agreement with the DP World Tour to pay all outstanding fines and pay the necessary events to retain membership. Rahm suggested that concessions were made on both sides, but the DPWT is merely forcing him to play one fewer event. Rahm also had some interesting comments regarding his future with LIV Golf, saying "I don't see many ways out," when asked about his contract. While Rahm got existential, Bryson DeChambeau spent the day at the White House alongside Todd Golden, Noah Syndergaard, and TJ Oshie among other "sports stars" as part of a new initiative from President Trump. He also revealed his plans for the future of his YouTube channel, including dubbing his videos into different languages to give the world a reason to watch YouTube! Before the LIV main event, there is a brief Truist Championship preview segment as the PGA Tour returns to Quail Hollow after last year's major championship delay. Rory McIlroy is back after another Masters win, Xander Schauffele looks to re-insert himself into the major conversation, and this Gambling Podcast looks to stay hot on picks! The two run through the rest of the Schedule for the Week, including an alternate event featuring Brooks Koepka, the LPGA's stop in New Jersey, and a Tiger Woods-less Insperity Invitational. It is then SHOWTIME for this episode, as Brendan does a dramatic reading of today's Scott O'Neil press conference at LIV Virginia. From 50+ mentions of "business" to a ridiculous Mother's Day greeting, you will not want to miss these quotes as LIV kicks off its first United States-based event of 2026. Visit BDraddy.com and use promo code SGS30 for 30% off your 2026 Presidents Cup gear!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gary Williams opens with a wide-ranging look at the Ryder Cup captaincy decision, reacting to Jim Furyk's return and the criticism surrounding it. He frames Furyk as a “piñata” for fans and media while defending the broader system the United States has built since 2014, arguing that context, road losses, roster construction, and generational transitions matter more than simple results. Gary also touches on Nelly Korda's win, the evolving PGA TOUR schedule, and growing concerns around LIV Golf's stability and its impact on players and competition rhythms. Brendon de Jonge, co-host of The Wagyu Filet Show, joins Gary to break down the Furyk appointment, calling it a safe but potentially uninspiring choice while acknowledging Furyk's professionalism and experience. They debate whether the U.S. should be leaning into a younger generation of leadership and how much blame should be placed on past captaincy decisions versus structural challenges like course setup and team composition.Brendon de Jonge also shares insights from the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, highlighting the team format's growing appeal and discussing the implications of Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick's win. The conversation expands into PGA TOUR policy, questioning whether non-members should receive full access to Signature Events and what that means for competitive balance and fairness across the membership.The discussion shifts to current form across the game, with Gary and Brendon de Jonge evaluating players like Keegan Bradley, Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler. They analyze who needs to find momentum ahead of the PGA Championship and whether Scheffler is on the verge of another dominant run, emphasizing how consistency and preparation separate contenders from the field as the season intensifies.Finally, Gary and Brendon de Jonge dig into the reported LIV Golf postponement and what it signals about the league's future. They explore the competitive gaps it creates for players, the uncertainty around scheduling and funding, and how it could influence decisions for top players weighing their long-term paths in professional golf.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).0:00 Jim Furyk Returns as Ryder Cup Captain13:50 Brendon de Jonge 43:40 Status of LIV Golf FOLLOW 5 Clubs: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5clubsgolf/X: https://x.com/5ClubsGolf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ClubsGolf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5clubsgolf
Welcome to yet another Victory Monday episode of The Shotgun Start! Andy and Brendan went LIVE on YouTube on Monday morning to recap the Valspar, LIV South Africa, and more. Andy and PJ are rolling into the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament, so a brief Basketball Minute kicks off the show. Brendan shares some tales from his experience at the first round in Philadelphia, where he learned that UConn might be the new Duke for kids growing up in the 2020s. Andy continues to tout the Big 10's supremacy and that even extends to golf! Northwestern's own Matt Fitzpatrick avenged his loss at The Players by winning the Valspar Championship, his first PGA Tour win since 2023. Despite Brendan's uncertainty that we need an event the week after The Players going up against the NCAA Tournament, the Valspar delivered with a tight finish on Sunday. The two discuss Fitzy's win and continued ascendance back into the game's top tier, something that was improbable to judge at this time last year. They also give Fitzpatrick credit for calling out the slow play of his playing partner, fellow Big 10 legend Adrien Dumont de Chassart. Strong showings from Brandt Snedeker, Marco Penge, Brooks Koepka, and Jordan Smith are mentioned before Andy and Brendan give the Valspar some credit for being a different test than what is presented week-to-week on the PGA Tour. The biggest win in golf came at LIV South Africa as Bryson DeChambeau secured his second-straight playoff victory. He defeated Jon Rahm in the individual playoff and also led the Crushers to the team title, taking down the Southern Guards in their home event. Bryson was quite emotional throughout the week and Andy highlights that DeChambeau finds himself in his best form entering Augusta in recent memory. South Africa seemed like it was a massive success as a host for a LIV event, but Brendan wonders if these sellouts in Australia and South Africa are making the league truly viable. Jon Rahm, the loser of this week's playoff, has dug in even further in his fight with the DP World Tour and his 2027 Ryder Cup status is now really in jeopardy. Elsewhere in golf, LPGA's Founders Cup provided some great visuals and possible safety hazards, an American won on the DP World Tour, and the Champions Tour found a new level of social media innovation. Things wrap up with a brief bit of news on more PGA Tour scheduling possibilities and a further delay of the rollback by the USGA.
The Texans throttle the Steelers to close out Wild Card weekend and Mike Tomlin steps down as HC in Pittsburgh after 19 years (00:00:00-00:46:41). We do some weekend clean up plus Hot Seat Cool Throne including LeBron's Patches, Brooks Koepka is back and Zac slept in again (00:46:41-01:23:13). Andrew Whitworth joins the show to talk NFL Playoffs, best teams remaining, playing in the cold and Steelers plus his Super Bowl pick (01:23:13-02:04:05). Washington Capital Dylan Strome joins the show to talk hockey, playing with Ovi, his journey to being a really good pro, superstitions and more (02:04:05-02:47:02). We finish with guys on chicks (02:47:02-02:57:03).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take