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Source: PGA Tour, PIF nix no-poaching clause

The PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) have agreed to remove a non-solicitation clause from their framework agreement that prevented the tours from recruiting and poaching each other's players, a PGA Tour official confirmed to ESPN.

How this college golfer rebuilt her backswing for world-class ball-striking

In today's Shaving Strokes, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jason Carbone shares how he helped a college golfer improve her ball-striking ability.

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2023 Genesis Scottish Open tee times: Round 2 groupings for Friday

Full 2023 Genesis Scottish Open tee times for Round 2 on Friday, featuring Byeong Hun An, Rory McIlroy and more.

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28 things to pack in your golf bag right now

To help you speed up the process when preparing your golf bag, here are some essential items to have with you on a regular basis.

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US States With The Most Golf Courses

 

  1. Florida: Florida is often referred to as the "Golf Capital of the World" due to its abundance of golf courses. The state's favorable climate allows for year-round golfing, and it has numerous golf resorts and retirement communities that attract golf enthusiasts.

  2. California: California is home to a diverse range of golf courses, from coastal courses with ocean views to courses set amidst picturesque landscapes. It has a large number of golf resorts and renowned championship courses.

  3. Texas: Texas has a substantial number of golf courses spread throughout the state. It offers a mix of public and private courses, including some highly regarded championship courses.

  4. Michigan: Michigan is known for its golfing culture and has a large number of golf courses, particularly in the northern part of the state. The state's natural beauty, with its lakes and forests, provides a scenic backdrop for golfing.

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At 2nd U.S. Adaptive Open, new stars (and stories) come to the fore

Kipp Popert and Ryanne Jackson prevailed as the men's and women's winners, respectively, at the 2nd U.S. Adaptive Open at Pinehurst.

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Rory McIlroy says he 'would retire' if LIV Golf was only option

As the golf world continues to shift, Rory McIlroy's opinion of LIV Golf hasn't changed. He made that clear Thursday.

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The ‘most crucial' part of executing a shot? Not technique, says major winner

Stewart Cink says the key to playing good golf is believing in your preparation and accepting the outcome, warts and all.

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An storms to lead in Scotland with first-round 61

Byeong Hun An carded nine birdies and no bogeys for a first-round 61 to grab the outright lead at the Scottish Open by three strokes over Rory McIlroy and Thomas Detry.

McIlroy: I'd retire before playing for LIV Golf

Rory McIlroy continued to speak out against the LIV Golf League, telling reporters he wouldn't play on that tour if it was "the last place to play golf on Earth."

Are package golf sets just for beginners? We help you understand your options

Package golf sets offer a lot of technology and performance for golfers of all skill levels and help to simplify the buying process.

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4 ideal golf bags for 4 golf lifestyle types

Depending on your golfing patterns, when searching for a new golf bag, consider the following factors: functionality, space, weight and style.

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Tom Watson, America's greatest links champion, opens up at the closing of his Hall-of-Fame career

Retired from competition but as connected to the game as ever, five-time Open champ Tom Watson reflects in the latest GOLF Magazine Interview.

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BirdieBall Putting Mats: Living in the Material World

BirdieBall putting mats have been top MyGolfSpy performers ever since we started testing putting mats.

And ever since we started testing putting mats, John Breaker, BirdieBall founder, owner, CEO and Inner Light, has been adamant: If you want true roll on a putting mat, his aerated foam is the way to go.

It’s a message Breaker has shouted from the rooftops since his first aerated foam mat debuted.

“The problem with woven synthetics, carpet, felt or any other manmade textile is they have a pattern,” says Breaker. “When the ball slows down, it follows the pattern.”

And that pattern means you’re getting far less out of all the practice you put in over the winter than you hoped.

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How to watch the 2023 Genesis Scottish Open on Thursday: Round 1 live coverage

How to watch the 2023 Genesis Scottish Open on Thursday, including a full Round 1 TV schedule, streaming times and more.

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Major(s) News & Notes, July 13th, 2023

At Hoylake the golfing pilgrim is emphatically on classic ground. As he steps out of the train that has brought him from Liverpool he will gaze with awe-struck eyes upon surroundings in which the irreverent might see nothing out of the ordinary. BERNARD DARWIN

Avaiable via Amazon: Golf Architecture For Normal People*

Bookshop.org Pre-Order option to support local independent bookstores.

*The book has sold out its first printing but the second is underway and should be available in July. Apologies for this, but thanks to all who supported the book in robust numbers!


1 parlay we love plus picks, sleepers for the 2023 Genesis Scottish Open

Subpar co-hosts Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz make their picks for this week's Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club.

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Secrecy of PGA Tour dealings has left some players wary, untrusting

On Wednesday, players opined on whether they should have been involved in shaping an agreement that could determine the PGA Tour’s future.

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Scottie Scheffler details how links courses require his game to change

In his preparation for this year's Scottish Open, Scottie Scheffler explains how he adapts his golf game when he plays on links courses.

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NBC needed a sudden U.S. Women's Open fill-in. They called the LPGA

Mel Reid's brilliant NBC debut came as a last-second fill-in for U.S. Women's Open coverage. It provided a glimpse into her future.

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