Podcast appearances and mentions of Rory McIlroy

Andy and Brendan are just about ready to head down to Ponte Vedra for a "major" March event, but we've already missed out on one Players tradition! Andy can't believe that the yearly TPC Sawgrass arrival videos did not make it into Sunday's Arnold Palmer Invitational broadcast. NBC couldn't cut away from a duel between Daniel Berger and Akshay Bhatia on the back nine that ended with Akshay's third playoff win on the PGA Tour. The two break down Bhatia's comeback win and standing in the game as one of the premier players under the age of 25. The constant comparisons between Rickie Fowler and Arnold Palmer and some complaints from Justin Thomas regarding the setup at Bay Hill also feature prominently in this Arnold Palmer Invitational recap. The Players DID release their featured groups on Sunday afternoon, leaving a spot for an injured(?) Rory McIlroy and a struggling Justin Thomas to be on non-stop coverage for the first two rounds. Andy's "Event of the Week," the Puerto Rico Open, was "must see TV" with a leaderboard full of young talent including John Daly II, Blades Brown, and winner Ricky Castillo. Patrick Reed notched another DP World Tour top 10, but could not stop the blaze of Dan Bradbury at the Joburg Open. Brendan then shifts the conversation to Jon Rahm's win at LIV Hong Kong, his first individual win since 2024. Neither Brendan nor Andy are moved much by this win for Rahm and point out that maybe playing a LIV schedule is not the best preparation for a major championship, unlike the test presented by Bay Hill this week. Lastly on results, Zach Johnson is one-for-one in his Champs Tour career, taking down the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational! Sorry to all Ben Crane bettors, as he finished outside of the top 30 in his Senior Tour debut. This Gambling Podcast regrets the error. Check back on Tuesday as Andy and Brendan go live(?) to preview the 2026 Players Championship! Thank you to Optum for their support of our Players Championship coverage.

House and Nathan are joined by Justin Ray to recap Akshay Bhatia's win at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Then, they preview The Players and share the golfers they think can make some noise, including their sleeper picks. Finally, they discuss what Brian Rolapp may say at his press conference and share their winner picks.(0:00) Welcome to Fairway Rollin' with Justin Ray!(1:45) Akshay Bhatia's short game was phenomenal(6:40) Who else impressed at API?(29:20) Let's preview The Players(49:15) What sleepers do we like?(57:45) On Brian Rolapp's upcoming press conference(1:02:20) Players Championship winner picksThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Hosts: Joe House and Nathan HubbardGuest: Justin RayProducers: Tucker Tashjian, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Akshay Bhatia delivered one of the most electric Sundays of the PGA Tour season at Bay Hill, draining over 144 feet of putts and storming back to win the Arnold Palmer Invitational in a playoff. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down how Bhatia's short game carried him to victory on brutally firm, “crispy” greens that had the entire field on edge all week.The guys also dive into Daniel Berger's incredible comeback, analyzing the encouraging signs after nearly two years battling injuries and setbacks. Plus, they discuss strong performances from Ludvig Åberg, Cam Young, and Collin Morikawa, what it means heading into THE PLAYERS Championship, and why Bay Hill's setup produced one of the most entertaining tournaments of the season.And of course, things get chaotic when Judge Jaxon Brown enters the courtroom to rule on the Rory McIlroy withdrawal in the show's One-and-Done contest.Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ & don't forget to like, comment, & subscribe for more golf insight ✅CHAPTERS:0:00 – Bay Hill delivers2:06 – Golf season is officially back3:08 – Bay Hill's greens4:14 – Smylie's “Snap, Crackle, Pop” crispy greens rankings6:47 – Major championship courses with the craziest greens10:15 – Akshay Bhatia21:04 – The clutch putts that saved Bhatia's round23:40 – Daniel Berger29:13 – Bay Hill's intimidating visuals and pressure moments31:10 – Scottie Scheffler34:12 – Cam Young37:04 – Ludvig Åberg38:12 – Collin Morikawa38:48 – The Rory McIlroy One-and-Done controversy47:36 – Ryder Cup49:00 – Luke Donald's leadership and Europe's continuity50:30 – Could Tiger Woods captain the U.S.?55:30 - Jon Rahm1:10:00 – Closing thoughts and wrap-up#pgatour #golfpodcast #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golfhighlights

0:00: These PGA Tour Sundays are getting wild 05:00: Even in defeat, Daniel Berger shows that he's back 10:30: What Akshay Bhatia showed us as he nails down his 3rd Tour title 16:00: What's up with Scottie? 21:00: Rory McIlroy's status for The Players after his back flared up 25:00: Ricky Castillo wins, Blade Brown shines again in Puerto Rico 30:00: Jon Rahm wins for the first time since August 2024, capping an eventful week 38:00: Bryson DeChambeau has had a quiet 2026 so far 41:00: Players week is here! We'll be all over your TV sets 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 Sean Martin of the PGA Tour to preview the upcoming 2026 Players Championship. Andy and Sean discuss the quest for a third win at TPC Sawgrass for both Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, breakout players to watch like Jacob Bridgeman and Chris Gotterup, and make their picks for who wins the PGA Tour's premier event. They also preview PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp's Wednesday press conference as rumors swirl regarding the 2027 "Scarcity Schedule." The second half of this episode is a re-airing of Garrett Morrison's "Fried Egg Stories" episode on the making of TPC Sawgrass. Originally airing on March 13, 2020, Garrett tells the story of how commissioner Deane Beman and architect Pete Dye turned that land into a new kind of golf venue—and how the pros reacted when they competed on it for the first time. This episode features interviews with Beman, U.S. Open and Players champion Jerry Pate, architect Tom Doak, TPC Sawgrass project manager Vernon Kelly, and journalists Adam Schupak and Sean Martin. It includes music from Assaf Ayalon, Avi Goldfinger, Maya Johanna, Ian Post, and Swirling Ship, and Kevin McLeod. Thank you to Optum for their support of our Players Championship coverage. Visit ⁠Cobalt⁠ and use code "FRIEDEGGPOD15" for 15% off: https://cobalt-golf.com/discount/FRIEDEGGPOD?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fdiscountable-products

In this episode of Top 100 Clubhouse, James and Jasper sit down with amateur golfer and golf videographer Luke Hodgetts to explore the game through the lens of a competitive amateur player. From storytelling in golf videography to filming at Royal Melbourne, Luke shares how his perspective has evolved, and how his playing style informs how much he enjoys the architecture of a course. Jasper also provides us with deep bunker insight, and briefly explores why different players might prefer strategic vs. penal designs. Top 100 Golf Courses Website

After a trip to the eye doctor, Andy is locked in for this Friday episode and is immediately thrilled by an unsubstantiated rumor from Brendan! about an ill-timed tattoo. PJ is out on a trip with his fellow Boy, leaving the two to recap Daniel Berger's stellar Thursday at Bay Hill by themselves. Andy and Brendan discuss signs of life from DB and Ludvig Åberg before debating whether the Arnold Palmer Invitational should replace The Players as the PGA Tour's "major." They agree that the setup is closer to a major championship test than March at TPC Sawgrass with Brendan claiming something can't be a major if they're playing ball-in-hand every year. After a brief bowling interlude, Andy decides that Luke Donald's third consecutive Ryder Cup captaincy is NOT an issue, much to PJ's dismay. In (potentially) related captaincy news, Brendan is still on cloud nine following the big Jup Links win and Tom Kim's ace that sent Tiger's team to the TGL playoffs. Will Tiger tee it up in the first round against the Ballfrogs? We have two weeks to find out. Jon Rahm will be teeing it up in South Africa soon, which Rory McIlroy seemed to think he may not be too happy about. Rory was asked to comment on Rahm's ongoing fight with the DP World Tour and we may have a beef breweing between these Ryder Cup teammates! Finally, Andy and Brendan share some college football tales from Augusta in honor of legendary coach and broadcaster Lou Holtz, who passed away on Wednesday evening.

https://www.siegergolf.com/online-courses This week on The Golfing Mind, we examine pressure — how it builds, how it leaks, and how it ultimately decides tournaments. We begin with the visible frustration of Shane Lowry last weekend, and explore the heart of what is really going on — a reminder that even major champions are not immune to emotional drift. When momentum turns, it is rarely the swing that collapses first. It is the internal narrative. From there, we turn to Bay Hill and the searching examination that is the Arnold Palmer Invitational. With penal rough, firm greens and swirling winds, this course punishes impatience and exposes ego. We'll analyse five leading contenders — including Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy — and explore why emotional regulation, not raw talent, may determine the outcome. Because at Bay Hill, the winner won't be the player who avoids mistakes. It will be the player who recovers from them fastest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com Braves line-ups without Profar On Campus: A tribute to the legendary Lou Holtz Rory doesn't understand Jon Rahm's thinking See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob previews the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational and breaks down the disagreement between Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy

0:00: Rex with a Bay Hill-related mea culpa 04:00: Breaking down the announcement that Luke Donald is running it back for 2027 15:00: Jon Rahm doubles down in his standoff with the European tour 23:00: Bay Hill storylines: Scottie's Thursday thuds, other players to watch this week 31:00: Exciting things on the horizon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Josh Durso and Nate Sharman preview the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill, one of the most difficult courses on the PGA Tour schedule. The episode breaks down the betting odds with Scottie Scheffler favored, Rory McIlroy chasing his 30th PGA Tour victory, and defending champion Russell Henley returning to defend his title. They also discuss Luke Donald's return as Team Europe's Ryder Cup captain for 2027, plus sleeper picks, longshot bets, and a playoff prop that might finally hit at Bay Hill. The show also touches on the Puerto Rico Open and LIV Golf's stop in Hong Kong before wrapping up another week on the Out of Bounds podcast.

Joel Zuckerman has written 10 books, including ones about PGA of America Professionals and the legendary course designer, Pete Dye. In his new book, "Gratitude Tiger," Joel talks about how he has expressed his feelings in a unique way, by writing more than 300 Letters of Gratitude. In addition to hearing how and why Joel has written to Rory McIlroy and an array of friends and family, you'll hear from Shane Lowry about his devastating loss at the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches, why the USGA is honoring Tiger Woods, and words from Rickie Fowler about being honored with an award named for Arnold Palmer. So much to have gratitude about, in this episode of "Musings on Golf."

Gary Williams hosts a two-hour edition of 5 Clubs as the PGA TOUR heads to Bay Hill for the Arnold Palmer Invitational.Webb Simpson, 2018 PLAYERS Champion and U.S. Open winner, joins in studio to discuss the evolution of TPC Sawgrass, the challenges of competing as a part-time player, and what makes the Arnold Palmer Invitational such a demanding test. Two-time PGA TOUR winner Akshay Bhatia also stops by to share thoughts on his early-season form and the key stretch of events beginning at Bay Hill.Brendon de Jonge breaks down Scottie Scheffler's recent starts, Rory McIlroy's strong West Coast swing, and which rising young players could make a move during Florida's biggest weeks. Sports Business Journal's Josh Carpenter adds insight on PGA TOUR scheduling discussions, potential structural changes ahead, media rights trends, and the growing business landscape around signature events and major championships.With Bay Hill setting the stage for one of the premier events of the season, this episode covers competitive storylines, the business of the game, and the momentum building toward THE PLAYERS Championship and beyond.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 511 - Alan Shipnuck Talks All Things RORY Special guest Alan Shipnuck discusses his latest book, "Rory: The Heartache and Triumph of Golf's Most Human Superstar," which explores the career of Rory McIlroy. The book delves into McIlroy's rise to fame, his struggles, and his recent Masters victory. Alan explained the challenges of writing the biography without McIlroy's direct cooperation and discussed McIlroy's evolving approach to media and sponsorship. You'll hear all about McIlroy's involvement in TGL and his decision to reject the Saudi-backed LIV Golf series. The conversation covered various aspects of McIlroy's career, including his relationship with Tiger Woods, his performance at the Ryder Cup, and his emotional Masters win that reinforced the universal appeal of McIlroy's victory. CLICK HERE TO BUY THE BOOK! ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions        

Damon Hack and George Savaricas discuss Shane Lowry's collapse at the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches with a handful of guests, plus talk about Hannah Green's win on the LPGA Tour in Asia, and more!   Rex Hoggard and Ryan Lavner: 00:00 Maurice Allen: 17:20 Beth Ann Nichols and Grant Boone: 25:22 Marty Jamarillo: 37:36 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So we received a message from John who told us a very funny story about playing golf with a fancy lawyer whose driver ended up stuck in a tree. Wonder if he could hold that tree in 'contempt of course' ?? (see what we did there?).Anyway, John went on to ask what funny things Nick and Mark have ever seen on the golf course....and once the memory bank started flowing, oh my gosh were there some stories!Mark had a story about a putter in a tree;Nick once saw a caddy quit mid round in a tournament after his Pro was behaving badly.A fantastic story about Seve Ballesteros, we hear the audioJohn Daly sacking someone, and hiring them in a different role - one related to some of his non-golf interests.We remember the time US Pro Hannah Gregg came across a massive snake in the halfway house on an Australian golf course with Mark making an outrageous claim about Rory McIlroy.The extremely amusing, although not for him, incident involving Mike Clayton many years ago.And we finish hearing a fun video from a comedian on TikTok called Max Price about a day on the course...sort of...very funny. You can follow him here. Ooops....hang on, whilst we're listening to and watching the video, Nick remembers one other very funny story about when he played the Presidents Cup in Montreal involving one of the US Team Members.Thanks John for the idea, this was fun!We're live from Titleist and FootJoy HQ thanks to our great partners:BMW, luxury and comfort for the 19th hole;Titleist, the #1 ball in golf;FootJoy, the #1 shoe and glove in golf;PING will help you play your best;Golf Clearance Outlet, they beat everyone's prices;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia;And watchMynumbers and Southern Golf Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this Wednesday show, Gary dives into the big conversation around the Cognizant Classic and why the field has shifted over the years, plus what PGA National needs to keep its edge and identity as the Florida swing begins.Gary also unveils the first 2026 edition of “Club 5,” our weekly heat check on the players trending right now, featuring names like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Chris Gotterup.Then it's two great conversations. 2-Time PGA TOUR winner and Golf Analyst, Matt Every, joins with thoughts on what makes Florida golf different, how players adjust to Bermuda, and what this stretch of the schedule demands. PGA TOUR Winner, Golf Analyst, and host of ‘The Smylie Show', Smylie Kaufman joins to talkabout Ludvig Åberg and Jordan Spieth returning to form, a look ahead to THE PLAYERS Championship, what that week truly feels like for players, and what's missed most about the tournament's former May setup.We wrap with Dogs of the Week and our picks for the Cognizant Classic. 5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).0:00 Opening Thoughts 2:45 Opinion on Cognizant Classic 9:50 Club 5 Power Rankings13:56 Matt Every 28:00 Smylie Kauffman 42:55 Dogs and Picks of the WeekFOLLOW 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

On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams turns the page from the West Coast swing and looks ahead to what makes the Florida swing such a different test. More wind, more water, and a style of golf that can punish you fast.First, Ron Green Jr. from Global Golf Post joins Gary in studio to recap what stood out on the West Coast, what the TOUR's early-season rhythm could look like going forward, and why Rory McIlroy feels like he's playing a smarter, more complete brand of golf right now. They also talk Scottie Scheffler, including the slow starts that have shown up lately and why it's something to watch without turning it into a panic button.Then Andy Johnson from Fried Egg Golf stops by to keep the Rory conversation going, explain what makes Florida golf so brutal even when the wind “doesn't look that bad,” and share what he finds most redeeming about this stretch on the schedule. Andy also gives his top three courses in Florida and makes the case for a public spot that's worth the trip even if you're not a die-hard golf nut.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).0:00 TGL Recap5:11 Florida Swing Preview12:36 Ron Green Jr29:45 Andy Johnson44:00 West Coast Swing RecapFOLLOW 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

We recap Jacob Bridgeman's impressive first PGA Tour victory at Riviera Country Club, where Rory McIlroy nearly chased him down on Sunday. CP was boots on the ground for the whole week, and has notes on the tour's future schedule, Denny McCarthy's F-bomb-laced solo round and much more. Plus, picks for The Cog. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There never seems to be a quiet week in golf, and this week is no different. But before we get into the show, we touch on our Betr multi which was so close to coming off. Rory did the job, Min Woo feel agonisingly short of the Top 10, and Scheffler had a very good weekend, but a poor Thursday and Friday, missing the Top 5. So close, yet so far away....on the flip side a number of wolfpackers seem to have profited from Nick's dark horse tip of Aldrich Potgieter (including Mark and Dan).Nick is over the moon that his good mate US Tour Pro Austen Truslow won at Paraparaumu at the weekend, his first win, and Nick was commentating so saw the whole thing, and was chatting to Austen on the Saturday night before the final day.Huge win for Jacob Bridgeman at Riviera at the weekend, he hung on to claim the title. Mark did see him doing something that he doesn't like and explains to Nick, who completely agrees. And for Hostplus, this week our That's a Plus recipient is Adam Scott for his wonderful performance in Riviera.The BMW Touch of Class from Nick this week is not awarded to a person, although it sort of is a living, breathing, thing....he explains his choice to Mark.Massive news from the DP World Tour with their announcement of a settlement deal for LIV players which sees a number of them now able to play in certain DPWT events alongside LIV. But one player refused to accept the deal....we discuss.Rumour mill....Nick and Mark separately have some mail on something that, should if come off, would be huge for golf. It involves Golf Australia and LIV. They explain on the pod and read out the texts they have each received on this issue.Royal Melbourne's routing for The Australian Open. Good for matchplay, not for the Open. Mark says that Golf Australia need to 'change it now' before it is locked in.After the Turn, for Betr, the Top 5 toughest finishes in golf on courses Nick has played. #1 is a big one, and contains memories that still haunt Nick! He explains why.Lots of feedback - a message on something that a wolfpacker saw at LIV but has not heard about from anyone else, some suggestions on players who have come back from adversity who you feel Mark missed last week - one Australian male golfer and one international female golfer.Feedback on our Ritchie Smith chat from a week or two ago, and Travis (Sophie's Dad!) has written in after Nick and Mark reviewed 8-year old Sophie's golf technique on the pod last week. And then we hear of another young gun, a 14-year old this time, and Mark shares a text from legendary AFL journalist Mike Sheehan about his 15-year old grandson....the kids are killing it!In the PING Globals Nick runs around the world with all the results, and suggests that Talk Birdie To Me may be responsible for killing off Schefflers run of Top 10's....harsh.And for Golf Clearance Outlet, Mark's masterclass is on Rory McIlroy's impressive bunker play.We're live from Titleist and FootJoy HQ thanks to our great partners:BMW, luxury and comfort for the 19th hole;Titleist, the #1 ball in golf;FootJoy, the #1 shoe and glove in golf;PING will help you play your best;Golf Clearance Outlet, they beat everyone's prices;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia;And watchMynumbers and Southern Golf Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A wet week around Riviera and a big lead going into Sunday, Jacob Bridgeman beat out Kurt Kitayama and Rory McIlroy by 1 to win the 2026 Genesis Invitational. Plus Jeeno Thitikul wins her home event at the Honda LPGA Thailand. Join us as we break down the results across the world of golf, run down the leaderboard, news and notes, and more! Presented by Titleist. Support our sponsors: Titleist - and the new Vokey SM11 Wedges High Noon - Sun's Up! Arccos - NLU15 for 15% off at https://www.arccosgolf.com/ SoFi - Get Your Money Right at https://www.sofi.com/nlu Looking to travel this year, check out East Sands Golf Co.: https://www.eastsandsgolf.co/nlu Join us in our support of the Evans Scholars Foundation: https://nolayingup.com/esf The NLU email newsletter: bi-monthly updates on all things NLU: https://newsletter.nolayingup.com/subscribe Join The No Laying Up Nest: https://nolayingup.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is Victory Monday for Golf's Preeminent Gambling Podcast! Andy returns from vacation and immediately gives Brendan his flowers for picking Jacob Bridgeman to win the Genesis Invitational. PJ issues an apology for laughing at Brendan's belief in The Bridgeman, who cashed 100-1 tickets for bettors everywhere. Andy and Brendan recap the weekend at Riviera and shine a light on Bridgemans path to the PGA Tour and his first career victory. Kevin Van Valkenburg joins from the on-site media center in LA to share some observations from the ground, touching on Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Aldrich Potgieter, and more. Andy, Brendan, and Kevin also discuss the online pushback against Riviera after the pros tore up a soft course this week after all the rain on Thursday. After debating whether there should be a "Shotgun Start Book Club," there's a brief Tiger Woods conversation amongst the group, with everyone believing that he will, in fact, play on the Champions Tour in 2026. Brendan is convinced that Tiger will be playing the Masters, too! Andy moves to ban Spider putters on the PGA Tour before recapping the rest of the week in pro golf, including the Magical Kenya Open and Jeeno Thitikul's first-ever win in Thailand. In news, the DP World Tour has settled its fines with almost all of the eligible LIV players... except for Jon Rahm. Andy and Brendan wonder if this means his 2027 Ryder Cup status is truly in doubt as even Tyrrell Hatton decided to cut the check. PJ and Andy are both in Florida for the big Ballfrogs match on Monday night, but it remains to be seen if Brendan will make it down south through the snow. Stay tuned for some in-person TGL takeaways on Wednesday's episode!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down Jacob Bridgeman's statement win at the Genesis Invitational, Rory McIlroy's late charge, and Adam Scott reminding everyone that elite ball-striking never ages.From soft conditions changing Riviera's identity to Scottie Scheffler's bizarre slow-start trend, this episode dives deep into what actually mattered this week — and what it means heading into the Florida Swing.Plus: rising young Americans, blade putter debates

On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams recaps a packed sports weekend before turning the page to golf, including a full look back at The Genesis Invitational and what it told us about where the game is headed.Gary starts with the moment that stole the weekend outside of golf, then rolls into the winners around the world and the headline story from Riviera. Jacob Bridgeman breaks through for his first PGA TOUR win, and Gary explains why his performance was so rare in the ShotLink era and why closing with a lead can be its own kind of pressure. From there, Gary digs into Scottie Scheffler's fight after an ugly start, the efficiency that makes him so dangerous even when he doesn't have his best stuff, and how Rory McIlroy's shot-making is starting to look like the kind of artistry that travels to Augusta and Shinnecock.Then, Billy Horschel joins the show ahead of TGL action with Atlanta Drive. Billy gives a real update on where his body is after surgery, what it's been like building endurance again, and why he feels he's trending in the right direction. He also talks about why the indoor, prime-time environment fits him, how the nerves in TGL compare to TOUR pressure, and what it means to be an entertainer while still showing real skill. Billy also gets into the urgency of the next couple of weeks, his mindset chasing opportunities like The Players and the Masters, and what he believes the PGA TOUR needs to protect as it evolves, especially when it comes to cuts, access, and creating real opportunity for members.After that, Michael Bamberger joins Gary for a wide-ranging conversation on golf's most relentless competitors, Scottie Scheffler's mindset and focus, and what separates the truly rare personalities at the top. Michael also shares the story behind the 40th anniversary re-release of his first book, including what's new in this edition and why those long relationships in golf still matter.Gary closes the show with thoughts on the LPGA's global start to the season and why it matters that the best players are winning early, even when the events are happening far from the U.S. viewing window. With the West Coast Swing now in the rearview, the PGA TOUR heads to Florida, and the shift in conditions and scoring resistance is about to get real.5 Clubs airs live on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92). 0:00 Opening Thoughts 3:30 Recapping the Weekend in Golf 13:20 Billy Horschel 31:20 Michael Bamberger43:33 LPGA Thoughts

0:00: The Genesis Invitational got a whole lot closer than anticipated 08:00: Here comes another breakout candidate whose journey is worth protecting 12:00: What else stood out from the week at Riviera 16:00: Handing out grades following the West Coast swing 25:00: T-Lew joins the show! 47:00: Voices in the Crowd: Tiger at the Masters, Tiger on the Champions Tour and less is really more? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send Me A Text Message I would love to know where you are listening to me from!!Hello again, I was able to capture the Final Round from Riviera Country Club where Jacob Bridgeman held a 5 or 6 shot lead going into the final round of the 2026 Genesis Invitational at Riviera CC.  That lead dwindled to only a 1 shot heading into the 18th hole at Riviera.  He shot a 1 over par 72 on the final day holding off Rory McIlroy and Kurt Kitayama.  It was good to see this course after the fires had ravaged Pacific Palisades in 2025.  I really enjoy this venue on the PGA Tour and it was also great to see Tiger talk about the forseeable future with a schedule shift in the West Coast Swing.  Thanks for listening.    cut down version of TKGP intro music Support the show#theknackeredgolfistpodcast@theknackeredgolfistCheck out The Knackered Golfist on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheKnackeredGolfistOughton's Golf Repairhttps://oughtonsgolf.com/Thank a Veteran Today!!https://www.pgareach.org/services/militaryThe Observant Ear Radio Network GOD Bless You!!

On this week's edition of the podcast, Peter and Ronan are bullish about Rory McIlroy's form despite going trophyless in the first two months of the season as the Florida swing begins and we enter the countdown to the Masters in April.It's only February but we have already had an Irish winner on tour in the shape of Portumna's Sam Murphy who won the opening Alps Tour event of the season on his debut appearance as a professional as he and Robert Moran completed an Irish 1-2 in Egypt. Ronan caught up with Sam to talk about his win, overcoming some major injury struggles including six surgeries and looking towards the future.

Brendan! is joined by an on-site Kevin Van Valkenburg for this Friday episode honoring the Genesis Invitational. KVV shares some scenes from the practice rounds at Riviera before the rain came in and made much of Thursday's first round a wash. It wasn't a wash for this Gambling Podcast, as Rory McIlroy and Jacob Bridgeman both share the clubhouse lead as of this recording. Brendan spent the morning watching along on PGA Tour Live and has plenty of takeaways from the broadcast, including a scoring average graphic that was completely devoid of content. PJ was assigned to watch the "Betcast" on Thursday and points out that there was plenty of Jon Rahm talk on this PGA Tour product despite Rahmbo riding Dumbo at Disneyland this week instead of teeing it up at Riv. Scottie Scheffler is not yet finished with his first round, but he struggled mightily on his front nine. Brendan and KVV recap what we've seen from Scottie so far, adding another poor Thursday to a stretch of many this year. Even with a great round from Rory and Scottie's tough stretch, the news of the day was made elsewhere. Following reports from Geoff Shackelford and Adam Schupak looking into the matter, the PGA of America announced that President Don Rea Jr. has been "reassigned to member-first priorities" for the rest of his term. Brendan reads the full statement and everyone wonders if this is truly the end from Don. There's also some introspection about how much of a role... podcasts... played in this decision. KVV breaks out the Lucas Glover impression at the very end of his chat with Brendan to celebrate the U.S. Open champ being named PAC Chairman. The last half hour of this episode is a reheat of a Flashback Friday from 2021, when Andy and Brendan remembered Ben Hogan's comeback (not to be compared to Anthony Kim's) and "Mr. Icicle." Visit your local Golf Galaxy and download the Golf Galaxy mobile app to upgrade your game!

Haotong Li joins The Smylie Show for perhaps the most laughs we've had in an episode yet

Lucas Glover will begin his tenure as a chair in the players committee. Plus, Rory and Scottie prepare for the Genesis Invitational. All that and more happening in the world of golf. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We recap Anthony Kim's wild comeback victory at LIV Golf Adelaide, as well as Collin Morikawa's return to the winner's circle at Pebble Beach. Plus, an interview with Train lead singer Pat Monahan, who played in the AT&T Pro-Am for the seventh time last week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:00: Anthony Kim and a redemption story for the ages08:00: Why this story has resonated so far and wide21:30: How the disappointing play of Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau allowed AK to shine29:00: Collin Morikawa knocks off his first PGA Tour title since 2023 with a gritty display at Pebble37:00: Scottie Scheffler, somehow, nearly pulls off the improbable again43:00: Listener questions: 5th major talk, Gotterup on the Presidents Cup, how to combat distance?50:00: Players media day starts a conversation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of the podcast, Peter and Ronan start off down under and reflect on what will surely be the golf story of the year as Anthony Kim rolled back the years and won for the first time in 16 years at LIV Adelaide capping off a sensational comeback journey.There was also huge drama at Pebble Beach as Collin Morikawa... eventually... won the AT&T Pro-Am for his first win in over two years while there were signs of encouragement for Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy heading into the Genesis and beyond as Max Kennedy gave his DP World Tour hopes a shot in the arm during an overall fruitful period for the Irish in South Africa over the last month.

GS#485 April 21, 2015 Andy Walker of the Legacy Golf Channel Academy in Phoenix, AZ  returns to discuss his new business that creates a rating system for high school golfers to get noticed by college golf programs.  Besides playing against Tiger in college and professionally, Andy is also the coach of the nation's #1 community college golf team, South Mountain Community College. We also talk about: • How the youth movement that is taking over the PGA Tour, • Recap of Jordan Speith's performance at The 2015 Masters • How Speith and Rory McIlroy are now the future of the Tour • How Tiger still has an impact on the financial success of the golf industry. http://www.golflegacyresort.com/#!academy/ckra http://www.pgatour.com/players/player.26288.htmlIf you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we've discussed, or if you'd like to share a comment about what you've heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Andy Johnson is joined by Fried Egg Golf's Kevin Van Valkenburg and Joseph LaMagna for an early look at the 2026 Masters. The three of them discuss players to watch between now and mid-April, including Chris Gotterup (who won in Phoenix after this was recorded), Ludvig Åberg, and Cameron Young. Andy, Kevin, and Joseph also debate whether Jordan Spieth or Justin Rose can make a run at this year's tournament. To wrap things up, they look at Rory McIlroy and what we can expect from his first title defense.

0:00: We're positively giddy for Pebble week05:00: Should this event be played now or in the summer?10:00: Defending champion Rory McIlroy weighs in on the is-The-Players-a-major? debate18:00: We're about to embark on an insanely busy stretch23:00: What else we're looking forward to this week Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Pebble Beach Week, but JWall and Uncle Gene are diving into the first results from robot testing on 2026 drivers. They've identified problem areas and cheat code locations on certain faces. This episode is heaven for a Numbers Nerd. Plus, notes from Pebble, including a new Scotty Cameron insert, a Rory iron change and notes on mini drivers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reacts to the PGA TOUR's latest push positioning THE PLAYERS Championship as a Major, including Brandel Chamblee's headline-making stance that THE PLAYERS “stands alone” and is the best Major. Gary breaks down why the “Fifth Major” conversation keeps resurfacing, why Major history is more murky than people realize, and why retroactively awarding Major status would open an impossible can of worms.Brendan Porath of Fried Egg Golf joins from Chicago to talk about Chris Gotterup's rise and what makes his game feel sustainable. Brendan explains why Gotterup's wins have come on demanding stages, why Scottie Scheffler's week to week persistence is so compelling, and how the PGA TOUR's Signature Event pathways like the Next 10 and Swing 5 help shape fields. They also debate sponsor exemptions, field size, and what would make the system feel more merit based.Also from Fried Egg Golf, Kevin Van Valkenburg joins next to continue THE PLAYERS Championship Major discussion and how the PGA TOUR is going on offense with its messaging. Kevin digs into how “Major” status has shifted historically, why the TOUR wants more ownership of golf's biggest stages, and what a defining 2026 accomplishment could look like for Rory McIlroy. He also shares a thoughtful angle on Scottie Scheffler's balance and mentality, and what Tiger Woods' future impact could be as the PGA TOUR evolves.Gary closes the show with a quick historical "what if" involving Augusta National and the USGA, and why The PLAYERS conversation will only get louder as THE PLAYERS week approaches.Subscribe for more from 5 Clubs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio.0:00 Opening Thoughts13:54 Brendon Porath 33:07 Kevin Van Valkenburg 43:20 Final Thoughts

On this week's edition of the podcast, Peter and Ronan wax lyrical over the WM Phoenix Open as Chris Gotterup stole the title from Hideki Matsuyama for his second win in three weeks to move up to 5th in the world. However, the fireworks might be outweighed by more crowd disturbances at this tournament.Pádraig Harrington made his 500th DP World Tour start last week but Gary Hurley was also another good news story as he showed a return to form in South Africa after a hellish year out of the game. Plus Patrick Reed leads the Race to Dubai by a considerable distance, might that prompt Rory McIlroy to add more events to his DP World Tour schedule in order to win his 8th Race to Dubai crown?

On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reviews key developments from the weekend in golf, highlighted by the performances of Chris Gotterup and Patrick Reed.Golf course designer and World Curling President Beau Welling joins 5 Clubs with Gary from Italy to discuss his wide ranging career, current projects with TGR Design, and the evolution of modern golf architecture. Welling shares insight into how data, playability, and course design can challenge elite players while remaining accessible for golfers of all skill levels, along with a look at the growing demand for golf worldwide.Luke Clanton then joins the show to talk about his fast rise from elite amateur golf to earning his PGA TOUR card through PGA TOUR U. Clanton breaks down what it felt like playing under the spotlight at the WM Phoenix Open, why pressure is something he embraces, and how he's adjusting to life on tour from training and adding weight, to staying grounded with perspective from his family.They also discuss Clanton's comfort in a TV driven environment like TGL, what he's learning from being around the game's best, including Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, and how he keeps his routine and mindset consistent as expectations grow.The episode also looks at Patrick Reed's early season success overseas, his wins on the DP World Tour, and what that momentum could mean moving forward as he continues to compete internationally and in major championships.0:00 Opening Thoughts2:59 Recap of Weekend Winners14:00 Beau Welling27:50 Luke Clanton42:59 Patrick Reed wins in Qatar

Eamon Lynch and Rex Hoggard recap Chris Gotterup's win at the WM Phoenix Open, chat with Brendan Porath and Shane Ryan about the week that was, Beth Ann Nichols joins to discuss the LPGA Tour, John Cook stops by to talk about the upcoming Pebble Beach Pro-Am, and more!Shane Ryan and Brendan Porath: 4:20Beth Ann Nichols: 23:44John Cook: 31:10 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Missin Curfew Episode 455 Jon Cooper dressed incredible as Tampa Bay and Boston took part in an instant classic in the Stadium Series Patrick Kane has the most points by an American in NHL history and influenced the future of hockey What's next for Nashville after moving on from Barry Trotz? The Fellas discuss where different teams are with the Olympic break around the corner and who needs the break the most (0:00) Intro (1:30) Fellas on Winter Vacations (11:00) Shane at Alex Killorn's 1000 Games Played Party (20:08) Australian Open (28:01) DraftKings Pick6 Segment (32:56) Labatt Get This Guy A Beer: Patrick Kane, Rory McIlroy, Barry Trotz Out in Nashville (45:20) Luxury Auto Collection Dog of The Week: Swayman vs Vasilevskiy Fight, Lindsey Vonn (54:15) Eagle Four Around the National: Stadium Series Reactions (1:03:08) Feelings Going Into the Olympic Break (1:08:24) Stuart Skinner and the Pittsburgh Penguins (1:13:36) Milk Carton: Calvin Pickard (1:17:17) Jäegermeister Iciest Shot of the Week: Brandon Hagel SAUCE HOCKEY MERCH | https://saucehockey.com/collections/missin-curfew YOUTUBE | www.youtube.com/@MissinCurfew SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/4uNgHhgCtt97nMbbHm2Ken APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missin-curfew INSTAGRAM | www.instagram.com/missincurfew TWITTER | www.twitter.com/MissinCurfew TIKTOK | www.tiktok.com/@missincurfewpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 510 - Inside the Ropes: 31 Years as a PGA Tour Rules Official with Joe Terry What really happens when a PGA Tour rules official gets called in? In this episode of the Fore Golfers Network Podcast, we talk with longtime PGA Tour rules official Joe to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood roles in professional golf. Joe shares how a simple rules misunderstanding after returning from Vietnam sparked a lifelong passion that turned into a 31-year career officiating at the highest level of the game. From his first major championship in the mid-1980s to Ryder Cup pressure cookers and iconic rulings involving legends like Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Seve Ballesteros, Raymond Floyd, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods, Joe explains what it takes to apply the Rules of Golf fairly, calmly, and consistently—no matter who's holding the club. This episode dives into how PGA Tour officials prepare for tournaments, why explaining options matters more than giving answers, and how officials navigate subjective rulings versus black-and-white rules. Joe also shares unforgettable anecdotes, including imaginary animal damage claims, color-blind penalty area confusion, and heated match-play confrontations where every word matters. Bill and Joe also explore modern rules controversies, including pace of play enforcement, self-reporting ethics, reputation bias, and how today's players operate under intense scrutiny. From Patrick Reed debates to Rory McIlroy comparisons and Brian Davis' Masters integrity moment, the conversation highlights why transparency and caution define today's Tour professionals. As Joe reflects on his upcoming retirement, this episode becomes both a masterclass in golf rules and a tribute to the officials who protect the game's integrity—often quietly, and always under pressure. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions    

A heartwarming story on how golf superstar Rory McIlroy's parents paid for his golf ambitions as a kid. Programming Note: Nothing is changing with Andrew's weekly interview episodes. Andrew's interview episodes will continue to be in your podcast feed every Thursday morning. 

Does the golf ball you play actually matter more than the clubs in your bag?In this episode of Golf Underground, Sully, George, and Wardo welcome Mike Fox, Senior Category Director of Golf Balls at TaylorMade, for a deep dive into the science, strategy, and surprising truths behind modern golf ball performance. With over 20 years in the industry, Mike breaks down why compression myths won't die, how tour players influence innovation, and why amateurs often choose the exact opposite ball they should be playing.From Rory McIlroy and Nelly Korda switching balls to the millions spent on R&D, this conversation pulls back the curtain on how performance, feel, and personality collide in today's game—all with plenty of laughs, rapid fire takes, and real-world insights you can actually use on your next round.Must-Hear Insights and Key MomentsMike Fox explains the moment he realized golf balls were the most important piece of equipment in the bag.The crew unpacks why lower swing speed golfers should not automatically play low-compression balls.Mike reveals how Rory McIlroy's golf ball switch impacted performance at Augusta.George Brett shares firsthand stories about feeling immediate differences with new equipment.The group discusses TaylorMade's DART testing system and why tour players sometimes outsmart TrackMan.Mike breaks down the real differences between TP5 and TP5x in simple, usable terms.Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode“The golf ball is the only piece of equipment you use on every single shot.” – Mike Fox“A lower compression golf ball is not necessarily better for a slower swing speed player.” – Mike Fox“If it doesn't look right to a good player, it won't perform right.” – Mike Fox“Rory hitting a golf ball for the first time was unlike anything I'd ever heard.” – Mike Fox“I'd rather be a six and have fun than be a three and lose my shirt every weekend.” – Mike Fox“You can't grow like we have unless people switch in—and stay.” – Mike Fox“We can make the best performing product in the world, but if it looks and sounds bad, nobody will play it.” – Mike Fox“Your clubface is a trampoline, not a brick wall.” – Mike FoxAbout Mike FoxMike Fox is a strategic business, product, and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience in the golf equipment industry. Known for building and scaling high-impact brands, Mike has played a key role in developing “hot products” that disrupt the marketplace and challenge the status quo. Driven by a deep passion for brand, innovation, and team leadership, he excels at leading cross-functional groups to turn clear business strategies into consistent, efficient, and winning products golfers actually want to play.Follow Mike Fox⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedInFollow ‘Golf Underground with Wardo, Sully, and George'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

Justin Rose Wins Farmers | WM Open Preview | Brooks Koepka's Return | Patrick Reed LIV PGA MoveSummaryIn this episode of the Birdies and Bourbon show, hosts Cal and Dan dive into the world of golf betting, discussing recent performances, player movements, and upcoming tournaments. They analyze Justin Rose's impressive showing and speculate on the future of LIV Golf as players return to the PGA Tour. The conversation flows seamlessly between betting strategies, personal anecdotes, and pop culture references, creating an engaging and entertaining experience for listeners.Justin Rose is on fire at Farmers. Could he be a great early lean for The Masters after his playoff at Augusta in 2025 vs Rory McIlroy? Brooks Koepka makes the cut, but his performance was certainly sub par. Can Brooks Koepka win another major this year? Cal thinks his best chance is the PGA Championship. Scottie Scheffler could be a 3 time Masters Champion this year. Cal is picking Scottie wins over 6 times this year on the PGA tour. Patrick Reed is returning to the PGA Tour. What is next for LIV Golf? Does it have a future? Was Greg Norman the glue within the tour?We chat through age statements on bourbon and whiskey offerings. During COVID it was very hard to find a good age statement bourbon. Nowadays we are seeing a significant increase in age statements in stores. The same availability is going for Rolex and Hermes bags. The waitlist is shortening for all of these premium brands. 00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Golf Bets02:19 Analyzing Justin Rose's Performance and Betting Strategies08:21 Discussion on LIV Golf and Player Movements11:20 PGA Tour Dynamics and Player Reactions25:01 Bourbon Market Trends26:33 Shifts in Alcohol Consumption29:45 Major Tournament Predictions32:16 Scottie Scheffler's Future in Golf45:36 One and Done Picks for the Tournament47:23 Entertainment and TV Show Discussions53:59 Dining Recommendations in Atlanta56:32 Music Talk: Oasis and ColdplayApparel 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)

Scott Cowx is a Canadian Golf Instructor and one of the brightest minds in golf. Vastly researched and experienced, he teaches Golf Pro's, Amateurs and Teachers alike. His insights and knowledge of golf-swing technique is second to none and he joins #OntheMark to help you to a more thorough understanding on what it takes to make a consistent, reliable swing. In his deep dive into various elements of the swing he elaborates on four things he sees all great ball-strikers do: Dynamic Balance The Transition of the Club from Waist-high to Waist-High (P3-P5) Joint Ranges of Motion and Smoothness of movement, and The Golf-club's Center of Mass Location throughout the Swing. In his swing technique exposé, Scott explains a number of concepts such as The "4 Laws of Clubhead Speed," the "Theory of Repeatable Error," Golf-swing Changes and Building Sensitivity, Linear and Angular Forces in the Swing, and Physical Training, Yoga, and Pilates for Better Performances. Scott also illustrates how players like Ernie Els, Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, Jamie Sadlowski and Greg Norman applied for 4 elements he described in their golf-swings. This podcast is also available on YouTube. Search and Subscribe to Mark Immelman to watch the discussion between Scott and Mark.

Andy did not declare this a Victory Friday episode, but is looking ahead to another potential Victory Monday coming soon! He opens the show by telling Brendan how nice it is to have a franchise quarterback that can lead a team into meaningful January football and is downright giddy about Sunday's matchup against the Rams. Andy wishes that Brendan and PJ may one day get to experience having a long-term answer at QB, but for now, they all get to watch the PGA Tour's Opening Drive at the 2026 Sony Open! Brendan confirms that the Opening Drive is, in fact, just this one event and the branding will be removed by the time we get to Palm Springs, but it's great to have professional golf back nonetheless. There's some new internal OB at Waialae Country Club and some literal walls built to prevent alternate routes being taken off the tee, the fairways have "no fire," and the course was as soft as a dartboard on Thursday morning. A new year means new equipment sponsorships and Andy and Brendan are delighted to share that a burly podcast favorite is officially a PXG troop! Andy waxes poetic about his time with Dr. Bob before PJ pops the bubble and confirms that he is also an honorary doctor, much to Brendan's dismay. Rory McIlroy is in the early lead in Dubai and made headlines by playing with cavity-back irons. Andy breaks out a take that all pros should have to play blades and leads Brendan into an "Equipment Minute." Tuesday's TGL match is very briefly discussed as Andy and PJ walk Brendan through what he missed skipping out on another Jup Stinks loss. Brendan rounds up some quotes from PGA Tour players (such as Will Zalatoris, this week's guest on The Fried Egg Golf Podcast) about Brooks Koepka's return and it seems like many are happy to have him back. Wyndham Clark is not necessarily among them, saying that the penalty is like Brooks having his cake and eating it too. Speaking of Brooks, Kevin Van Valkenburg comes in from the bullpen to close the show with a Flashback Friday segment on the Top 10 Brooks Koepka moments from his first PGA Tour stint. KVV covers Koepka's feud with Bryson, his beef with a horse, and repeated media slights that offended the five-time major champion.