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March 8, 2024

Nike Golf Shirts Are Up to 51% Off Just in Time for Spring

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Nike is popular among golfers for its sneaker-like golf shoes, comfortable golf pants, and sun-protective headwear, but it’s the brand’s golf shirts that never fail to provide a fresh look when you’re hitting the links. And you pay a premium for the pleasure—Nike’s golf shirts typically run around $80 a pop. But recently, a bunch of styles went on sale at PGA Tour Superstore for as much as 51% off, and they’re a must-grab while they’re still available.

Among the selection is a vast array of Nike’s Dri-Fit golf polos, including some from the Tiger Woods collection, which are vibrant, breathable, and perfect for any golf setting. There are also some classic hats, outerwear, and shorts available for as low as $15. After Men’s Journal had a chance to look through the Nike golf shirts that were on sale, we found these four that are a must-wear for the upcoming season.

Nike Dri-Fit ADV Tour Men’s Camo Golf Polo, $52 (was $105) at PGA Tour Superstore

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This Nike golf polo is from the Dri-Fit series and features moisture-wicking and temperature-control properties that are a must-have for spending time outside in the sun. It’s been cut to a length that’s good for tucked and untucked wear and offers a splash of color in a space typically dominated by boring colors. This shirt also sports a cool monochromatic camo print on the front and back to add visual intrigue. We’re glad the green Nike chose isn’t grass-colored—otherwise you’d blend right in.

What Shoppers Are Saying: “Perfectly good shirt for on and off the course! Worth the price you pay. Great quality and comfort. I will buy another color in the same style.”

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Nike Therma-Fit Victory Quarter-Zip Golf Top, $60 (was $80) at PGA Tour Superstore

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The Therma-Fit Victory Quarter-Zip golf shirt is what you wear when you expect clear, sunny skies right before tee time and Old Man Winter shows up out of season instead. Lightweight and stretchy, this mid-layer shirt provides enough warmth for chilly days that won’t limit your natural swing motion. It’s on sale in navy and gray in a full range of sizes from small through 2XL.

What Shoppers Are Saying: “This jacket is great for a round of golf and also just as comfortable when worn around the house. Can be dressed up or dressed down. Overall I’m happy with this purchase.”

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Nike Dri-Fit Victory Men’s Golf Polo, $43 (was $58) at PGA Tour Superstore

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This is one of the more traditional-looking Nike golf shirts on sale right now at PGA Tour Superstore. It sports a classic navy and white stripe pattern that’s a lock to wear with any style of golf pants. This is the last colorway of its kind and is available in a full run of sizes between small and 2XL. We’re guessing it’ll sell out pretty quickly at just $43.

What Shoppers Are Saying: A man of few words, the sole reviewer of this shirt said everything you need to know about it: “Lightweight, very comfortable.”

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Nike Dri-Fit Tour Men’s Floral Golf Polo, $53 (was $80) at PGA Tour Superstore

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For something truly seasonal, turn to the now-$53 floral Nike golf shirt in yellow. It’s bursting with enough brightness for you to forget about the past few dreary months while keeping you comfortable with its breathable, nonrestrictive fabric. It’s also available in teal, but sizes are starting to sell out.

What Shoppers Are Saying: “Golf shirt of the year for Nike. Comfortable, looks great, fits great.”

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February 17, 2024

Shoppers Are Ditching Nike for These G/Fore Golf Shoes That ‘Massage Your Feet as You Walk’—and They’re $95 Off

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Though Arnold Palmer-era knit sportswear has made a comeback through menswear trends, the golf scene isn’t buying it. The sport of golf has modernized and continues to get younger, trading plaid knickers in for performance fabrics from new brands that continue to redefine what’s cool—including the shoe game. And while the best golf shoes today can cost upward of $250, Men’s Journal spotted one popular style from rising star G/Fore that’s nearly $100 off right now.

The G/Fore MG4+ Golf Shoes are now on sale at PGA Tour Superstore starting at $130—up to a 42% discount on the original price of $225. There are currently three discounted colors to choose from that are available in sizes 8 to 13. This is a bestselling style from premium brand G/Fore and one with a very unique attribute.

G/Fore MG4+ Golf Shoe in Blue Camo, From $130 (was $225) at PGA Tour Superstore

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These golf shoes are a crisp balance of lightweight and hardy. Its fully waterproof synthetic upper locks out moisture while the non-slip rubber outsole provides ample traction thanks to two different tread patterns. Comfort is key with golf shoes, and that’s where the MG4+ shines. Not only is there a bouncy EVA midsole that provides shock-absorbing comfort for the days the carts are broken, but this shoe features the brand’s signature nubbed footbed that provides a sort of acupressure sensation to quell angry feet in stride.

More thought is going into golf apparel and footwear today than ever during this recent revival period. It’s a shift that has attracted new products and sparked more creativity from brands like , Chubbies, and even William Murray, which is a line inspired by the golf life of Bill Murray and his brothers. But there aren’t many footwear companies making cooler styles than G/Fore right now, and many shoppers would agree.

G/Fore MG4+ Golf Shoe in Stone, From $130 (was $225) at PGA Tour Superstore

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Shoppers love the G/Fore MG4+ Golf Shoes because they’re lightweight and easy to wear, offer a new way to think about style on the golf course, and, above all, feel amazing. “Incredibly comfortable,” one shopper stated. “Already have eight walking rounds in them. The insole is so, so comfortable with small bumps that almost massage your feet as you walk… I used to wear Ecco and these are the new go-to, already bought a second pair without laces.”

It’s a shoe that seems to convert once-diehard brand loyalists with ease. “This is my first pair of G/Fore’s and I love them,” another shopper said. “I was previously a Nike golf shoe guy but I’ve heard great things about these shoes and they did not disappoint. Stylish and super comfortable.”

Are there cheaper golf shoes? Yes. But for $95 off, the G/Fore MG4+ offers a unique split between classy and cool that allows your charming personality to shine through. We’re not sure how long the deal will last, so if you’ve been looking for a great pair of golf shoes that look good, perform well, and feel great, pick up a pair of these while the getting is good. 

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February 27, 2022

Normal golf act Tiger Woods surprisingly ‘never, ever’ did (FILES) In this file photo taken on November 14, 2020 Tiger Woods of the United States looks on after a shot on the second hole during the final round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. – Twenty years after his “Tiger Slam”, a Grand Slam straddling two years, Tiger Woods, recovering from his serious car accident, will not be at the Augusta Masters on April 8, 2021, where it all began for his prodigious career now in suspense . (Photo by Patrick Smith / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP)

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Tiger Woods may be the best golfer of all time but his longtime caddie has revealed a fact about him that will surprise many golf fans.

Tiger Woods may be the richest golfer ever to play the game but he didn’t care one bit about how much prize money he won at tournaments.

That surprising fact has been unearthed by his former caddie Steve Williams, who was on the bag for 13 of Woods’ 15 major victories.

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Speaking on the Chasing Majors podcast with golf writer Evin Priest, Williams revealed what Woods did, or didn’t do, at the conclusion of a tournament, set him apart from every other golfer on the tour.

“One of the things I admire most about Tiger — I admired a lot of things about him — but one thing I absolutely admired about Tiger is that at the completion of a tournament you’d go into the scorer’s hut and you sign your scorecard and you hand it in,” Williams said.

“They always have a sheet with the prize money allocation for everybody so you can look up on the screen to see how you finished and look down and see how much you won.

“Tiger never, ever once took a look at that. He played to win trophies and create records, not for prize money.”

Williams described Woods as an ultra-competitive beast who was hellbent on breaking American legend Jack Nicklaus’ longstanding record of 18 major wins. He is currently three short of that mark.

“He’s the only player I’ve ever caddied for, the only player I’ve ever seen who never, ever looked at that sheet,” the New Zealander said.

“OK, you could argue he didn’t need to look at that sheet, but every player looks at that sheet, and he never did.”

Williams was also impressed that Woods never inquired about the prize pool when he was invited to play at a tournament overseas.

“Another thing that I admire about him (was) when he was getting approached to go and play in an event overseas,” he said.

“All they players always ask, ‘What’s the purse at that event?’. Tiger never asked what the purse was.

“Whenever he got offers to play at event overseas, the prize money had no bearing on his decision to play or not play in an event that he was invited to overseas.”

As of 2021, Woods has made around $165 million (AUD) in prize money on PGA tour, making him the highest earning player in the history of the game.

However, it’s unclear if or when the 46-year-old will make a return to competitive golf following last year’s serious car crash that badly injured one of his legs.

Woods has appeared at an exhibition event with his son Charlie but has said he will never be a full-time professional golfer again.

He does hold faint hopes of returning to the professional tour but can’t commit to a playing return.

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February 20, 2022

Aussie golf star Hannah Green becomes first woman to win mixed-gender event 20th of Feb 2022 Pictured: Hannah Green at the mixed-gender TPS Murray River event, Picture: Golf Australia

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Aussie golf star Hannah Green has become the first woman to win a full-length professional tournament while competing against men.

Australian golfer Hannah Green has created history by becoming the first woman to win a 72-hole mix-gendered tournament on any of the world’s professional tours.

Green, the 2019 PGA champion, left a host of male rivals in her wake as she claimed the $200,000 TPS Murray River by four shots on Sunday.

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The 25-year-old started the final round in a four-way share of the lead with Andrew Evans, Blake Collyer and Matthew Millar and she pulled away from the field with an excellent back nine at Cobram Barooga Golf Club.

A chip-in for eagle on the 10th hole proved the catalyst for Green, who shot a five-under par 66 to finish on 20-under for the tournament, ahead of Evans and Hayden Hopewell who tied for second.

It’s the first time a woman has won a full-length tournament at the professional level. The previous best finish by a woman was Su Oh’s equal third at TPS Victoria last year.

TPS Murray River is part of Australia’s innovative new Players Series, which sees men and women competing in the same field on adjusted tees but otherwise on equal terms, battling it out for one trophy and the same prize pool.

It was Green’s ninth professional win of her career and came hot on the heels of her triumph at the Vic Open last week, which she celebrated by doing a shoey.

The Perth native had originally planned on returning to her home state but WA’s hard border rules prompted her to enter The Player Series Murray River event and give it a red hot crack.

“I feel amazing,” Green said.

“I just feel so grateful that I came, It actually wasn’t my plan to play, I was hoping to go back to Perth.

“Things happen for a reason. So I’m really glad that I made it.

“It was really nice to have a buffer coming down the last (hole) because I was really nervous.”

The world No. 30 said she had wanted to win both tournaments and hoped the dual victories act as a springboard for a successful season on the tour.

“I wanted to win these two events (TPS Murray River and Vic Open) as soon as I said that I entered them and I didn’t think it was a ridiculous goal to try and get my name on these trophies,” Green said.

“Now that that’s done, hopefully I can continue this momentum.

“I want to be in the top 10 in the world. I think I can achieve it if I keep playing the golf I am now and hopefully I can get there.

“So long as I’m enjoying myself while I’m out there, that’s also another goal of mine.

“Hopefully with borders opening up in WA, that can better my chance for a good season.”

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December 28, 2021

The Perfect 4-Day Weekend Golfing at Pinehurst

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Before there was Bandon Dunes, Streamsong, or Cabot Links, there was Pinehurst. It’s North America’s OG golf resort. Players have been flocking to the Sandhills of North Carolina since 1897. Today, Pinehurst boasts nine 18 hole golf courses, plus a nine hole short course. The crown jewel, Donald Ross’s masterwork No. 2, is reason enough to get on a plane. But there’s actually so much golf here it’s worth spending some time down in Tar Heel country. While 10 courses in four days might be a Sisyphean task, a long weekend is the perfect introduction to golf at Pinehurst—plus you can always come back.

Getting there

Pinehurst Village is a scant hour and 20 minutes from Raleigh International airport and about two hours from Charlotte, so visitors have a few options for flights. The Pinehurst Resort offers a shuttle for guests from the Raleigh airport for $100 each way per person, so a rental car is not required—but if you’re keen to get off the property, we’d recommend one as Lyft and Uber are non-existent. While there are cabs, they can be both expensive and hard to come by.

Front entrance to The Carolina Hotel at Pinehurst Resort
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Where to Stay

The Pinehurst Resort offers several options for accommodations. The Carolina Hotel is easily the most convenient place to stay. Its front door is a short walk (or a quick shuttle ride) to the main club house and about five minutes on foot to the center of the Village. It’s got a posh Old World vibe and stately guest rooms, and breakfast is just off the lobby.

The Holly Inn dates back to 1895 and is the oldest hotel on property. The recently renovated Manor features the resort’s best whiskey bar—perfect for a tipple before bed. And larger groups can elect to stay at the Carolina Villas, which feature guest rooms connected to a shared living space.

Front exterior image of The Manor, Pinehurst's oldest hotel
Pinehurst’s historic Manor Inn dates back to 1907 Courtesy Image

Players who would prefer to stay off property also have some nice options, but won’t be able to pre-book tee times on Pinehurst Courses. The Lodge at Pine Needles is only a few minutes away and is itself a stellar golf resort. There are also options from Marriott, Wyndham, and Holiday Inn for travelers who want to earn or burn points.

Where to Eat and Drink

It’s worth noting that Pinehurst offers a few packages, and some of them include meals (minus drinks). Here are some popular places to fuel up and wind down before and after a day on the green.

Breakfast

The Carolina Dining Room (in the Carolina Hotel) features a substantial breakfast buffet with loads of options, sweet and savory. But don’t sleep on the homemade biscuits and gravy. Pro tip: Throw a couple of freshly fried eggs and some hot sauce on top.

Down in the Village, the Agora Bakery and Cafe, which occupies an old bank, makes a tasty cappuccino; a decadent bacon egg and cheese on a buttery biscuit; and Elvis Toast with peanut butter, banana, honey, plus bacon.

For more diner-style fare, The Villager Deli offers tasty concoctions your doctor may not recommend (but we do). One of our favorites, the Pinehurst #6 (aka, the Porky Pegg Sandwich) with eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, lettuce, tomato, cheddar, and mayo on toast.

Lunch

You’ll likely pick up the mid-day meal from one of the halfway houses on the course. The chicken salad in a cup is delightful, but if you have a bit of time between rounds, grab a table outside at The Deuce so you can watch players hit into 18 and finish their round on No. 2 while you scarf down a burger and tater tots.

Red brick front entrance to Pinehurst Brewing Company
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Dinner

Between the resort and the neighboring area, dining options at Pinehurst are even more plentiful than golf courses.

The Pinehurst Brewery, as you’d expect from the name, is a brew pub with a large selection of craft beers. The 1895 Lager is easily the most drinkable—and you’ll find a canned version on the golf courses. The stout is dark and rich in flavor while the blonde ale is crisp, tart, and goes down a little too easy. For food, the Brewery mostly serves pizzas and slow-and-low cooked barbecue. If you’re there on a Monday or Tuesday, ribs are on the menu—and they’re legit.

The Tavern is another solid resort option with old-timey charm inside the Holly Inn. Their pub-style fare is comfort food done right. The chicken fried chicken with smashed potatoes, collard greens, and black pepper gravy is another one that might draw the ire of your cardiologist, but it’s made from a secret recipe. (You’re on vacation, after all.)

For a classic Italian menu, travelers will want to hit up the off-resort Villaggio Ristorante and Bar. A big bowl of house-made pasta in a rich carbonara sauce is a great way to tank up after 36 holes. For players who want a refined farm-to-table dining experience, Elliotts on Linden creates beautiful plates using fresh, local ingredients. Those in search of something seriously carnivorous should head back to the Carolina Dining Room for a 12-ounce ribeye or steak Diane.

Landscape of Pinehurst No. 4 golf course at the 11th hole
Pinehurst No. 4—11th hole Courtesy Image

Day 1: Pinehurst No. 4

Try to land as early as you can so you can get to the resort for a warmup. You’ll want to spend at least half your practice session at the short game area. Chipping and pitching is different here; the tight lies and sandy soil may not agree with the bounce loft combos on your wedges. Some locals and caddies recommend trying to figure out how to chip with an 8 iron and others with a hybrid. It really comes down to what’s comfortable. You’ll want to feel at peace around the greens before you tee off.

On Pinehurst No. 4, you’ll find wide fairways that are easy to hit even if you aren’t driving the ball particularly well. The test here on Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner’s 2019 renovation is on the second and third shots. Many of the greens are shaped to prevent all but quality iron shots from holding the putting surface. Even if you find the green in regulation, putts can be lightning fast and hard to read. The key to playing well here (and nearly every course in the area) is to deeply consider the slope and grain before you hit the approach, as the contours can guide the ball both toward and away from the hole.

If you’ve still got some gas left in the tank and a few hours of daylight to burn, pop into the pro shop, and see if they can get you out for an emergency nine.

Day 2: Pinehurst No. 2 and The Cradle

Pinehurst No. 2 is the reason you’re here. The Donald Ross masterpiece is stunning, framed by massive pines and epic sand. The course has hosted a slew of major and USGA championships and is now an ‘anchor site’ in the rotation of U.S. Open venues for 2029, 2035, 2041, and 2047.

It’s a test with not just teeth but fangs. Sure, there are only a few spots where out of bounds come into play and only one water hazard on the course—so you won’t lose many balls—but the hazard is where you find them. Massive sandy waste areas with wispy pockets of native grass make playing from anywhere but the fairway problematic.

And then there are the greens. Ross, who was born in Dornoch, Scotland—home to Royal Dornoch, one of our favorite courses on the planet—built green complexes on No. 2 that demand precision. They’re all slick, grainy, and difficult to read. Many feature a turtle back shape with edges that can fling your ball 20 yards away. Forget about the flags, and just fire for the middle of each green and try to make a long-ish putt. But don’t get too aggressive with the flat stick, especially when you’re downhill and down grain, otherwise you might need another club for the next shot.

Landscape of The Cradle golf course at Pinehurst Resort
The Cradle, a nine hole course designed by Gil Hanse, has been called ‘the most fun 10 acres in all of golf”—Golf Channel. Courtesy Image

After your round and a hearty lunch at the Deuce—where you can watch others play into the 18th on No. 2—treat yourself to a massage if you’ve got time, then grab a beverage and saunter off to The Cradle. It’s a nine hole short course designed by Gil Hanse that’s perfect for settling or making new bets. You won’t need much more than a wedge for the longest tee shot, but even so it’s a challenge to stick it close.

Day 3: Pinehurst No. 8 and Pinehurst No. 6

Tom Fazio designed Pinehurst No. 8 for Pinehurst’s 100th birthday. It’s a great resort course that rolls up and down the hills and through wetlands. Unlike most of the courses at Pinehurst, there are some shots that require a carry over water, like the stunning 14th hole. Players can bite off as much as they can chew over the marsh to a fairway that doglegs almost 45 degrees from the tee.

After lunch, head over to Pinehurst No. 6—another Tom Fazio track (he worked on this one with his uncle George Fazio). The course, laid out in 1975, is a favorite of many local members (yes, you can join Pinehurst) and is a bit of a sleeper with guests. There aren’t as many expansive waste areas, but there are a few water hazards, some tough dog legs, and a good collection of par threes to test your mid irons.

Day 4

After your first round at Pinehurst No. 2, chances are you’ll be hankering for revenge. Don’t wait for your next trip. Carpe diem!

If you’ve booked a late flight, as we recommend you do, on the way to the airport, you should have time to stop and play Tobacco Road. It’s radically different from anything else you’ve played in the area. Designed by Mike Stranz, it’s bold and in your face with as much visual intimidation as we’ve ever seen. The course features loads of blind shots and insane bunkering coupled with waste areas that also serve as cart paths. But on the other side you’ll find wide fairways with plenty of space for imperfect shots and some truly amazing green complexes. Equally intimidating is the spicy pimento cheese dog, but we’d recommend you take that on as well.

Want to Stay Longer?

If you’ve got the time, the Sandhills have the courses. There are still five more courses at Pinehurst including No. 1, which started it all.

The aforementioned trio of tracks, Pine Needles, which will host the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open, Mid Pines and Southern Pines are all original Donald Ross spectacular designs, and well worth their own trip.

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October 29, 2021

Greg Norman stirs the pot with controversial $260m move Greg Norman Colorado estate – for Herald Sun realestate

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Greg Norman is leading the charge for a controversial new player that is threatening to put noses out of joint by shaking up the golf world.

Australian golf icon Greg Norman said it was “only the beginning” as the two-time major winner teamed up with the Asian Tour to launch 10 new events to take place every year over the next decade.

The partnership comes with financial backing from PIF — the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund involved in the recent takeover of English Premier League club Newcastle United — and a commitment of more than $AUD260 million, a statement released by the tour said.

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The new events will be staged across Asia, the Middle East and Europe and the series will be added to the Asian Tour schedule starting next year, making for a 25-event season.

“This is only the beginning,” said 66-year-old Norman, as he was named chief executive of a newly formed company, LIV Golf Investments.

“LIV Golf Investments has secured a major capital commitment that will be used to create additive new opportunities across worldwide professional golf.

“The Asian Tour is a sleeping giant and we share ambition to grow the series and unlock what we believe is significant untapped potential.

“We see our promotion of these new events as a vital first step in supporting emerging markets, creating a new platform, rich with playing opportunities that create valuable player pathways.”

Norman called himself “a staunch supporter and believer in playing and developing golf in Asia”.

The project could become a rival to challenge the dominance of the PGA Tour. It was reported earlier this week eight players — including world No. 2 Dustin Johnson — were seeking a release from the PGA Tour to play in February’s Saudi International, which recently inked a 10-year partnership with the Asian Tour.

The PGA Tour said previously it would not grant stars exemptions to play in the controversial tournament because it was no longer sanctioned by the European Tour. Instead, the Asian Tour recently assimilated the big-money Saudi International as its flagship event.

Amnesty International UK chief executive Sacha Deshmukh criticised the latest move, saying Saudi Arabia’s foray into the golf world is “another example of Saudi Arabia spraying its money around in an attempt to sportswash its appalling human rights record”.

“Once again, Saudi Arabia’s persecuted human rights community will feel bitterly disappointed if well-paid golfing superstars take the LIV Golf Investments money but stay silent about what’s happening in Saudi Arabia,” Deshmukh said.

The move being spearheaded by Norman comes as a major boost to the Asian Tour, which was halted in March last year when Covid-19 prompted lockdowns and border closures across the region. It is scheduled to resume next month.

Asian Tour commissioner and chief executive Cho Minn Thant called the deal “the single-biggest development in the history of the Asian Tour and a major milestone for professional golf”.

“The opportunity will secure unprecedented new playing opportunities, establish new player pathways, allow us to compete commercially with other sports and enhance our social agenda,” he said.

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September 30, 2021

‘Ridiculous’: Victorian golfers fume at toilet ban MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – SEPTEMBER 23: Premier of Victoria Daniel Andrews speaks on September 23, 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. Victoria has recorded 766 new COVID-19 cases, the highest number of new cases in the community since the current Delta variant outbreak began. The record infection numbers come as Melbourne braces for another day of protests despite current COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. Thousands of people have been demonstrating across the city since Monday over lockdown restrictions and vaccine requirements. (Photo by Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images)

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Victorian golfers were furious to discover all indoor facilities – including toilets – had been banned due to strict Covid-19 guidelines.

Victorian golfers were left fuming on Thursday after “ridiculous” Covid-19 restrictions banned the use of all indoor facilities – including toilets.

Melbourne golf clubs welcomed guests back after the Victorian government allowed them and tennis courts to open for the first time in several weeks.

However, indoor areas of the clubs, including toilets, remained shut to patrons under the restrictive guidelines.

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On Wednesday evening, Golf Australia (GA) informed members in an email: “Please note, toilets must remain closed at your facility.

“This is different from previous advice received on this topic, and GA will make urgent representations to government on this point as we understand full well that this is a significant impost.”

Speaking on radio station 3AW, Royal Melbourne Golf Club captain Andrew Kirby called the restrictions a “joke” and a “breach of human rights”.

“I know the blokes can do a number one in the trees, but there are lots of women playing,” he said.

“We’ve been through this opening and closing and opening again so many times that you’d think they’d get it a little more down pat. To be honest, I think the problem I see is too much micro-regulation of it.

“Golf courses have really gone out of their way to embrace Covid-safe, scores are done on an app, you don’t touch anything, we’re vaccinated, so we’re trying to work with it and make it safer.

“Maybe there’s been a miscommunication or something has been misconstrued but we have staff there, we have lots of women playing, we have people with medical conditions – they need to use the toilets.

“It’s just a bit disappointing after the excitement of opening yesterday.”

3AW radio host Mark Allen tweeted: “Seriously – the toilet ban that @VicGovAu wants at golf courses in Melbourne is the stupidest thing I‘ve ever heard … I’m assuming that all the toilets in parks across our city will be closed as well?”

Albert Park Golf Course resident professional David Diaz said the toilet ban was “quite ridiculous”.

“I know some courses, they have to lock their toilets. It’s just odd,” he told The Age.

“But anyway, we’re happy to get out there and play.”

The Herald Sun’s Caleb Bond tweeted: “If the shambolic reopening of golf and tennis clubs in Victoria is any indication of how the rest of the state will open up, then God help us all.”

On Thursday, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews said he’d asked the public health team to look into the toilet ban.

“That team works as hard as they possibly can,” he told reporters.

“These directions are a good deal more complex than they might seem sometimes, but the good news is, there’s a query been raised, it’s being followed up, and, hopefully, there can be a positive response to that quite soon.”

Earlier this month, before golf clubs were permitted to open, Mr Andrews said the sport was “not safe” in Victoria, announcing that “recreational activities that require the use of a facility” would remain prohibited.

“You can’t allow everything, you can’t agree to everything, we essentially have prioritised family time, so people being able to connect with another family, another household, outdoors,” he told reporters at the time.

“I would love nothing more than to be able to go and hit a golf ball, but that’s not safe. It will be, though, at a point in the future.”

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July 22, 2021

Golf Legend Greg Norman Shares His Top Tips for Winning Life

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During his career, Greg Norman racked up 91 professional wins and spent 331 weeks atop the Official World Golf Ranking. On the green and in the boardroom, the Hall of Famer lives up to his nickname: The Shark. Here’s how he stays razor sharp. — as told to Jack Haworth


 

Greg Norman Shares Top Tips for Winning Life

Stay in the Moment

Every player wants to win every tournament they tee up in. But when it comes down to the last six or nine holes, they’re not thinking about winning or losing, whether it’s the Masters, the Players Championship or the Dell Match Play. They think about how to play the next shot. And if it turns out they win—get the green jacket on their shoulders or pick up the trophy—then that’s what they trained for. Just focus on how you’re going to apply the best of your abilities, not what event you’re playing in, to give yourself a chance to win.

Take Ownership

You’ve got to be aware of your body and what you put into it, as well as what you get out of it. It’s like being the CEO of a company: Your inflow needs to be better than your outflow. At the end of the day, you’ve got to manage the whole process. I think a lot of people shove whatever they can find in their mouths and don’t understand the consequences.

Supplement Mindfully

I’m not the type of guy who just takes a bunch of different vitamins or supplements, but I started taking Novex Biotech supplements in October 2020, and it helped me big-time in the gym. When I take the Oxydrene supplement [for energy and endurance] before workouts, I can feel the difference in my oxygen and performance levels. My recovery time between reps is really quick. I definitely notice better sleep with GF-9 [a natural growth hormone booster]. From an overall wellness standpoint, the benefits have been a pleasant surprise, and it’s really increased my enthusiasm to be more involved with health and wellness.

Hack Your Sleep


I have an Oura Ring sleep and activity tracker I got when I started taking GF-9—just to see what would happen. The consistency of my sleep has gotten so much better with the GF-9 supplement. I used to be a five-hour guy, but last night I slept for seven hours and 46 minutes. Sometimes I fall asleep in one to three minutes. That’s a testament
to working your ass off all day, but also the fact that my body is in a good place.

Prioritize Health

My health—and not having any preexisting conditions—was a big benefactor for me getting through COVID-19 the way I did. Until you have it, you don’t realize what happens, because it’s a different virus than you’ve ever had. I was in a world of hurt—severe aches and pains down to my L4 and L5 vertebrae, which I’ve never experienced before. It wasn’t easy. You’ve just got to grin and bear it.

Research & Prepare

I host a radio show on the SiriusXM PGA Tour channel that has gone very well. So once Sirius became the exclusive radio of the Masters, they approached me to see if I was interested in being lead analyst for this year’s live broadcast. I didn’t make an immediate decision. I had to do my due diligence to understand what’s necessary. I didn’t know what to expect, to be honest. It was like stepping into a dark room and not knowing where you’re going to stub your toe. Obviously, I have a history at the Masters from an emotional standpoint, and for tying the course record at Augusta. The only thing I haven’t got there is a green jacket.

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July 6, 2021

Rocket Mortgage Classic: Cam Davis Captures His First PGA Tour Win

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Cam Davis won the Rocket Mortgage Classic over the Fourth of July weekend, and it was no small feat. The tournament had one of the most tightly packed leaderboards of the year, and Davis had to battle Troy Merritt and Joaquín Niemann in a three-way playoff to win the title (it’s also his first win on the PGA Tour). Niemann exited the playoff after one hole, and it took four more for the Australian to finish off Merritt.


 

The Rocket Mortgage has become a closely watched PGA Tour event since its debut in 2019. That’s partially because because it has a late June or early July time slot that used to belong to the now-defunct Quicken Loans National on the PGA Tour calendar. That tournament leaned on sponsor relationships and athlete ambassadors to draw a great field every year, and in its brief existence, the Rocket Mortgage has done the same (likely because Quicken owns Rocket Mortgage). Tiger Woods and Justin Rose were both multi-time winners of the old tournament, and last year’s winner was brand ambassador Bryson DeChambeau (who—more on this later—had a lousy weekend).

This year, the golf was exciting. The course at Detroit Golf Club, which hosts the event, presented a bit more of a challenge than it did in 2019 or 2020. In those years, the winning scores were 25 and 23 strokes under par, respectively; the players absolutely tore up the classic Donald Ross layout. (Last year, eventual winner and heavy hitter DeChambeau talked at length before the tournament about how the course’s fairway bunkers were simply not far enough away to be an obstacle for him.) This year wasn’t as much of a blowout: The players who made the playoff all did so at 18 under par. Here’s how the tournament unfolded.

The leaderboard was jam-packed for the entire week, and especially late in the tournament.


When the leaders played the first hole on Saturday’s third round, 10 players were tied at 10 strokes under par for the week. That logjam didn’t last long, as players continued to pour in birdies and jockey for position atop the leaderboard.

But the tournament was still very close on Sunday. Niemann and Merritt entered the day tied for the lead at 14 under, and 10 more players were within four shots of the lead.

Alex Norén moved into contention by carding a final-round 64 to get into the clubhouse at 17 under; he was tied for the lead with Hank Lebioda as the day’s final groups played the back nine. (Bubba Watson, after a back-nine implosion at the Travelers Championship last week, also shot a 64 on Sunday. That got him to 16 under, just off the pace.)

Playing in the final group, Niemann and Merritt each birdied the 17th hole to move to 18 under for the week. Playing in the group ahead of them, Davis eagled the 17th and birdied the 18th to also move to 18 under.

Niemann and Merritt were each positioned to win with an 18th-hole birdie if the other failed to make one. Neither did, which set up the three-man playoff. On the first playoff hole, Niemann eliminated himself by making bogey, while Davis and Merritt made pars to continue the playoff. It didn’t end until the fifth playoff hole, when Merritt missed a putt and gave Davis the win.

Side note: It was the second week in a row in which an event went to a sudden-death playoff. The weekend prior, Harris English beat Kramer Hickock in an eight-hole playoff at the Travelers.

The weekend’s biggest drama wasn’t even on the course.

The most explosive news of the week came right before the tournament started. DeChambeau, the Rocket Mortgage defending champion, split with longtime caddie Tim Tucker on Wednesday night, hours before the tournament began. DeChambeau’s camp tried to put an amicable spin on the situation, and his agent, Brett Falkoff, described the split to ESPN almost like it was a divorce.

“That doesn’t mean forever, but it means they are not working together now,” Falkoff explained. “They met last night and decided to move on. It’s just an accumulation of things, and it’s never easy when a player and caddie split up. They just decided the best situation for now was essentially to not be together anymore.”

DeChambeau had Tucker on his bag for all eight of his wins as a PGA Tour player, including the 2020 U.S. Open and two FedEx Cup playoff events. DeChambeau refused to talk to the media during the Rocket Mortgage tournament, but Yahoo Sports speculated the move “blindsided” the world’s No. 6 player. He then missed the cut, failing to play the weekend in an event he won last year.

DeChambeau wasn’t the only golfer who had a miserable week. Phil Mickelson was the subject of a Detroit News report about how a Michigan bookie allegedly cheated him out of half a million dollars around 20 years ago. Mickelson’s team didn’t dispute the report but was furious about the timing, seeing it as an attempt to embarrass Mickelson while he played the Rocket Mortgage for the first time. Mickelson said he wouldn’t return to the tournament, then backed off that somewhat. It’s still unclear if he’ll play the Rocket Mortgage again.

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June 21, 2021

Jon Rahm Gets His First Major Win at the U.S. Open

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The 121st U.S. Open will go down as the first major win for Jon Rahm, one of the world’s great players—and one of golf’s easier players to root for. The 26-year-old Spaniard started the final round in a tie for sixth place at two strokes under par for the championship. He posted a field-best four under on Sunday and ended with a cumulative minus six to edge out everyone else, most notably Louis Oosthuizen at five under.


 

The winning shot turned out to be an icy putt on the 18th hole, which Rahm made a few minutes before Oosthuizen (playing in the day’s final group) finished his round:

This tournament wasn’t quite as historic as the U.S. Open’s last visit to Torrey Pines in 2008, but it didn’t need to be. In its own way, the 2021 U.S. Open was one of the best in a long time. Here’s a closer look at Rahm’s victory.

Rahm was due for a major tournament win.


Going into the tournament, Rahm was the No. 3 player in the Official World Golf Ranking (behind Dustin Johnson and Justin Thomas), and he was the best player in the world to have yet to win a major.

It was just a matter of time. Rahm had already won five PGA Tour events, including two (the 2020 Memorial and BMW Championship) that attracted talented fields similar to a major event. He’d been in serious contention in previous iterations of the PGA Championship and The Masters. With a powerful driving game off the tee and a tactful short game around the greens, Rahm is a well-rounded player and had everything he needed to win a major.

He put it all together on Sunday. He played the round of his life on a challenging South Course at Torrey Pines—but it likely won’t be his last major win.

Rahm has had a wild few weeks.

On Saturday, June 5, Rahm was the leader at the Memorial, the tournament run by all-time great Jack Nicklaus at his Muirfield course in Ohio. Rahm had just wrapped up his third round with a six-stroke lead and was cruising to win the tournament. Then, a PGA Tour official told Rahm he had tested positive for COVID-19 and had to withdraw. He missed out on a $1.67 million prize that would’ve been his as long as he avoided a Sunday meltdown. Rahm had not received his first vaccine dose until the week of the tournament, although the shot had been available to him for at least several weeks beforehand.

Surreal TV moment as six-stroke leader Jon Rahm learns he tested positive for COVID and Jim Nantz tries to make sense of it without knowing what Rahm’s been told https://t.co/WvD6LmAlxs

Afterward, Rahm was introspective. In his press conference before the U.S. Open, he talked about how he wished he’d gotten vaccinated earlier, and how grateful he was that his wife and infant child had not become sick. Fortunately, Rahm didn’t suffer serious symptoms, and he took his positive test as a chance to reevaluate his decisions. Then he went out and won the U.S. Open.

On Sunday, the tournament’s biggest guns took over.

The U.S. Open was expected to favor a small handful of the best players (and longest hitters) in the world. The United States Golf Association’s habit of setting up long, difficult courses, combined with the deep field of excellent players, seemed to rule out any upsets. But the first few days of the tournament were surprising. 48-year-old Englishman Richard Bland, who had no track record of major contention, led after two rounds to become the oldest person to ever lead a major after 36 holes. When Bland faded in Saturday’s third round, Russell Henley, the No. 63 player in the world, became the new leader.

But the Sunday leaderboard gradually tightened, and the players in contention by the end were proven commodities with elite track records. Oosthuizen is a former major champ (at the 2010 Open Championship) who has had strong showings at the sport’s biggest events—he has finished as a runner-up in each of the four majors. (This year will be yet another painful near-miss for the South African star.)

Brooks Koepka, the four-time major winner who struggled on Saturday but contends in more or less every major, even made a Sunday charge to put himself in contention. Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele, and Collin Morikawa—all top-11 players—were each near the top of the leaderboard. And so, of course, was Rahm, a big hitter who entered the tournament ranked 21st in driving distance.

Part of the U.S. Open’s charm is that it’s truly an “open” tournament. Anyone can theoretically qualify for the 156-player field by working their way through a long maze of qualifying tournaments. And Henley, Bland, and Canadian Mackenzie Hughes each made nice runs. But in the end, the national championship came down to a handful of the best players in golf, playing at the top of their games with everything on the line. It’s hard for golf to get better than that, but Rahm’s redemption after the Memorial fiasco made this tournament even more special.

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