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Richard Bland shot a 4-under 66 in the final round of the U.S. Senior Open, catching leader Hiroyuki Fujita after rain postponed the finish to Monday morning, as he went on to win his second straight major.

Rugby club CEO Mark Darbon, on Monday, was named the new chief executive and secretary of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews in Scotland replacing Martin Slumbers, who is retiring at the end of the year.

The golf ball is the one piece of equipment you use on every shot. When it comes to picking the right ball, performance matters; and no two perform the same. Don’t believe me? Check out our comprehensive 2023 Golf Ball Test.

The deal I’ve got for you today brings one of our favorite golf balls to the spotlight.

Right now, you can get the Maxfli Tour series of golf balls for less than $30 per dozen at Golf Galaxy. Yep, you read that right. With a model that fits every golfers needs, Maxfli is bringing you tour performance at a value price point.

Tour Performance. Unbeatable Value.

Three models: Tour, Tour X, and Tour S; meeting the needs of every golferPatented CG balancing process for improved consistency and accuracy Tetrahedron dimple pattern optimizes ball flight aerodynamics for longer distance

The Maxfli Tour series may just be the best ball you can buy for the money. Gone are the days where getting tour performance out of your golf ball means spending $50 or more per dozen. We love these golf balls, and know you will too.

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What are the longest balls in golf? I’m glad you asked because after our 5,600 shot robotic test, I’m finally able to tell you guys the top five.

Top 5 Longest Golf Balls (115 MPH)

Starting off with the Srixon Z-star Diamond, coming in at a whopping 344.8 yards. It’s also a high spinning ball. Who would have thought?At number four at 345 yards is the Vice Pro Plus. At number three, we’ve got the Mizuno RB Tour X, and yes, Mizuno does make golf balls. Honestly, this is probably the most improved golf ball that we’ve tested in years.At number two is the cult classic, the Titleist Pro V1x. Consistent, tried, and true, baby. At number one at 348 yards is the Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash, for the second test in a row.

If you didn’t see your ball, no worries. You can see the full results here.

Not sure which ball is best for you? Read our comprehensive golf ball buyer’s guide.

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A few weeks ago, I passed along some of my favorite money-saving tips. It was mostly well received. Who doesn’t love saving a few bucks, after all?

I’m about to undo all of the goodwill I earned with you. Why? Because now it’s time to talk about the golf gear you should never skimp on. Some gear is worth splurging on! Yes, I’m about to tell you how and where to spend your money … that ALWAYS goes over well.

Even if you don’t want to spend $400 on waterproof pants, there is still plenty of golf equipment that warrants a higher price tag.

Here are the five things I’d never skimp on as a golfer.

1. Golf Balls

I know what you’re thinking.

Every so often while I’m mindlessly scrolling on social media, I see something that stops me dead in my tracks.

You can already guess why this one caught my eye.

I’m a sucker for cool shoes. Especially shoes that are unique. The new Greyson x Merrell Agility Peak 5 Zero definitely fits the bill.

I know what you’re thinking: Is it a trail shoe or a golf shoe?

It’s both. It’s probably the perfect shoe for slicers … you’re going to need something that can handle the woods!

Golf is touted as a sport with long-term health benefits. With the ability to play from a young age all the way into your golden years, it is a fantastic activity for promoting physical wellness. Another important aspect I feel the need to shed light on is the mental health benefits the game of golf can bring. 

We are seeing professional athletes today becoming much more transparent on their struggles with mental health. As someone who has had their own struggles, I think this is a great thing because it helps to lessen the stigma surrounding these issues. While golf can certainly be a mentally challenging sport, the stimulation it provides can help to counter the difficulties that come with mental health problems. This article will look at different ways golf can help to benefit mental health.

Why It Matters

In a study by Harvard Medical School and the University of Queensland, it was hypothesized that one of every two people worldwide will develop a mental disorder at some point. Performed across 29 countries and including 150,000 adults from varying backgrounds, it is a stark reminder that anyone can suffer from one form of mental illness or another at any time. Utilizing as many resources as possible to combat and prevent mental illness, including golf, are incredibly important.

The Positive Impact of Golf

Golf provides an opportunity to improve and maintain our mental health in a variety of different ways from regular social interaction to being outdoors, getting physical activity and beyond. Let’s take a look at how these areas can help to keep our mental wellness in a good place.

The Social Benefit

While I am known to enjoy the occasional solo round, golf is a game best played with friends and family. Many studies have shown a positive correlation between social interaction and mental health. The emotional support we receive by maintaining social connections helps to reduce the effects of daily stress and can help to foster a sense of meaning and purpose in life. From the range to the course to the 19th hole, golf gives us a chance to talk to someone whether it be about the highs or lows of life or simply the round we are having and provides an outlet for support.

Atthaya Thitikul made a 12-foot birdie putt on the final hole as she and Ruoning Yin won the Dow Championship on Sunday, holding off Ally Ewing and Jennifer Kupcho.

Cam Davis won the Rocket Mortgage Classic for the second time, closing with a 2-under 70 on Sunday that gave him a one-shot victory when Akshay Bhatia three-putted from 32 feet on the final hole.

Hiroyuki Fujita held a three-stroke lead with eight holes to play in the final round of the U.S. Senior Open on Sunday when the tournament was postponed because of severe weather at Newport Country Club.

Tiebreaker scenarios always shake up traditional PGA Tour tournament play. Check out how playoff rules work now.

Scottie Scheffler is having a dominant run on the 2024 PGA Tour. Check out which golfers have won the most tournaments in a single season.

Marcel Siem, who returned from hip surgery in February, beat Tom McKibbin in a playoff to win the Italian Open for his sixth victory on the DP World Tour.

The Italian Open came down to the wire thanks to Marcel Siem, whose back-nine theatrics included a blown lead and a wild celebration

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Rocket Mortgage Classic 54-hole co-leader Aaron Rai commits a golf sin with his iron covers. But the reason why will melt your heart.

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Talking to the Short Game Chef, Parker McLachlin, Lee Trevino shares an important tip to remember when determining your angle of attack.

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A total of $9.2 million is up for grabs Sunday at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Here's how it'll all be divvied up amongst the finishers.

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