Charlie Woods makes first ace while proud dad Tiger appears ready to compete in 2025. Plus, O'Meara addresses Ryder pay toll on his Captaincy hopes, and PGA of America names Derek Sprague CEO.

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19.12.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, December 19th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

How not to market a golf job! Plus, the 2024 Quad Majors Poll results are in, Matthew returns to Captain GB&I at Bel-Air, This, That and Reads.

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17.12.2024

Ryder Cup Pay-For-Play Becomes Official, Now What Happens? — Geoff Shackelford

The PGA of America claims in statement that players did not ask for increased charitable contribution or a first-ever $200,000 stipend. How will this impact home course advantage at Bethpage?

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16.12.2024

Your Votes Please: The 2024 Majors — Geoff Shackelford

A weekend recap before poll questions about players, shots, courses, hole-of-the-year, leading organizations, media presentations, 2025 events and Ryder Cup pay.

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12.12.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, December 12, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Crenshaw addresses Ryder play-for-pay, year-end stats tell us who is trending into 2025, remembering Babs, Pinehurst U.S. Open's impact, the (ugh) four-wide is back, Quotables, This, That and Reads.

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09.12.2024

Weekend: Scheffler Continues His Brilliance — Geoff Shackelford

Hero win after a layoff sets the Masters champion up for another huge year. Plus, Niemann wins, Cantlay blames media for player pay controversy and PGA Tour announces "The Creator Council."

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05.12.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, December 5th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Tiger throws out a wild Ryder Cup per-player comp number, Kisner to be lead analyst on major telecasts, USGA updates gender entry policies, latest Masters film, Quotable, This, That and Reads.

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03.12.2024

"Una Famiglia" Artfully Tells The 2023 Ryder Cup Story — Geoff Shackelford

The documentary launching Tuesday smartly goes behind the scenes of Europe's win in Rome and mirrors Luke Donald's captaincy by telling the story in cool, calm fashion.

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02.12.2024

Australian Open: America's Ryggs Johnston Delivers A Stunner — Geoff Shackelford

Three-stroke wind in brutal conditions clinches a coveted national open title and a trip to Royal Portrush. Plus, Jiyai wins, off-course bombshell reports, and a word about Kingston Heath's bunkers.

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25.11.2024

Weekend: McNealy Wins To Earn First Masters Invite — Geoff Shackelford

Elvis Smylie takes the Australian PGA while Jeeno Thitikul caps off the most lucrative week in LPGA history with an eagle-birdie finish. And NBC addresses status of Golf Channel partnerships.

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21.11.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, November 21, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Comcast intentions remain unclear, Sergio pays his tab, early Ryder standings, another Am passes up Masters, Reg Murphy, huge auction sales, Women's Latin America Am, Quotable, This, That and Reads.

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20.11.2024

PGA Tour Makes The Majors Even Better — Geoff Shackelford

News of reduced field sizes gives the impression of an insular enclave getting away from pure competition. Plus, Comcast is set to announce a spinoff of its major championship-hosting cable channels.

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18.11.2024

Weekend: McIlroy Triumphs In Dubai, Campos Earns Masters Invite — Geoff Shackelford

Plus, Nelly Korda records her seventh win of 2024. And the latest on Ryder Cup greed (there's a lot).

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14.11.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, November 14th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Report says USA Ryder Cuppers to be paid. Plus, tickets "sold out" and Seatgeek gouging enrages fans. Plus, eye-catching auction items up for grabs, This, That, Quotable and Reads.

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11.11.2024

Weekend: Eckroat Books Masters Invite — Geoff Shackelford

Plus, Waring wins in Abu Dhabi, Langer sinks historic putt, McIlroy changing '25 schedule with majors in mind, Don Rea elected PGA President and Lanny sounds off on Golf Channel chintziness.

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07.11.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, November 7th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

McIlroy makes swing tweaks and talks merger. Plus, Whan speaks, Lincicome retires, Walker Cup invites, Smith's Captaincy extended, Quotables, This, That and Reads.

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04.11.2024

The Pro Golf Horse Race — Geoff Shackelford

With a deal close between the PGA Tour and PIF, can the two sides learn from the decline of another sport that put off-course business above the competition?

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31.10.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, October 31st, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

The urge to reduce field sizes over taking serious slow play action. Plus, how Ryder finances are divvied up, the R&A's new partnership, new U.S. Open book, Quotable, This, That and Reads.

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28.10.2024

Weekend: Echavarría Earns A Masters Trip — Geoff Shackelford

ZOZO winner holds off Thomas. Plus, Governor Hochul and Ryder prices, Schauffele brings the Claret Jug to Japan, a Ryder Cup may be coming to Spain, and the latest Augusta National flyover.

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24.10.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, October 24th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Ryder Cup price consternation continues. Plus, PGA may be closing in on a CEO, 2024 Masters film debuts, ratings can go up in the cordcutting era, This, That and Reads.

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21.10.2024

Weekend: J.T. Poston Books Masters Trip — Geoff Shackelford

Rounding up the latest winners. Plus, more Augusta National images surface and Scheffler brings the Green Jacket out for Gameday.

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17.10.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, October 17, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Ryder Cup ticket price backlash and why the PGA of America priced them so high. Plus, Norman out as LIV CEO, Roberts on Peacock's lack of profitability, This, That and Reads.

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14.10.2024

Weekend Wrap: McCarty Books Masters Trip — Geoff Shackelford

Korn Ferry Tour grad wins for fourth time in his last ten starts. Plus, Ryu wins in Shanghai, Bradbury takes French Open, OWGR financials reveal legal bills, and Scotland's Salmond passes.

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10.10.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, October 10, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Ryder Cup captains make news a year out from the matches. Plus, MacIntyre apologizes (sort of), Reuters obtained a Masters press credential for a prominent source, a ratings ray of hope, and Reads.

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08.10.2024

On Augusta And The Long Road Ahead — Geoff Shackelford

Helene devastated the community and home of the Masters. The club has pledges over $5 million in local support while images confirm the "significant" damage done to the course.

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07.10.2024

Weekend Wrap: Hatton Wins The Dunhill — Geoff Shackelford

The Englishman holds off Colsaerts a day after tying the Old Course record. Elsewhere, Ding wins AAC but may pass up major exemptions, Old Tom statue is dedicated, and other weekend performances.

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30.09.2024

Sunday At The (Mixed) Presidents Cup — Geoff Shackelford

Internationals rally to end U.S.A.'s hold on the Cup.* Plus a roundup of other weekend golf news.

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29.09.2024

Saturday At The (Mixed) Presidents Cup — Geoff Shackelford

USA takes a slim lead into Sunday singles where six men's matches and six women's duels will decide the Cup.*

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28.09.2024

Friday At The (Mixed) Presidents Cup — Geoff Shackelford

U.S.A. women dominate Foursomes before International's men sweep the afternoon session. Plus, early morning police drama and an unexpected Greg Norman visit spice up the day.*

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27.09.2024

Thursday At The (Mixed) Presidents Cup — Geoff Shackelford

USA takes a one point lead after Thursday's competitive matches featuring mixed Four-ball action for the first time in event history.*

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26.09.2024

Wednesday At The (Mixed) Presidents Cup — Geoff Shackelford

Round 1's spectacular Four-ball pairings and USA team drama has the International's feeling excited about the prospects of a Royal Montreal triumph.*

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25.09.2024

Tuesday At The (Mixed) Presidents Cup — Geoff Shackelford

Sorting out the usual pre-match issues. Plus, some lively press conference moments and a potential injury issue for the International men.*

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24.09.2024

Presidents Cup Preview: Anticipation Builds Ahead Of Historic Format Change — Geoff Shackelford

First mixed Presidents Cup brings together men, women, co-Captains, analytics philosophies and wild "snake draft" scenarios to Royal Montreal.*

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23.09.2024

Weekend Wrap: Horschel Takes BMW PGA In A Playoff — Geoff Shackelford

He prevents McIlroy from winning DP World Tour's marquee stop. Plus, will Rahm's "severe flu" impact Ryder quest, PGA clarifies policy, Pattinson drives in, remembering Huggett and Green Sr.

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19.09.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, September 19th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Rahm's Ryder Cup drama is making more sense. Plus, a Masters TV increase, Kizzire's win highlights a Masters invite dilemma, Ryder Cup tickets are going to set a new record, This, That and Reads

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16.09.2024

Weekend Wrap: U.S. Wins Back Solheim Cup, Rasmus Takes Down Royalty In Newcastle — Geoff Shackelford

Europe stages Sunday comeback but Pettersen's decisions backfire. Plus, Tiger Woods announces another back surgery.

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12.09.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, September 12, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

A big golf viewing weekend ahead that can't be sullied by latest PGA Tour/LIV debacle. Plus, Rahm's Ryder mess, R&A Financials, McIlroy on architecture, This, That and a lot of good Reads.

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11.09.2024

Golf It! Demonstrates The Sport As A Community Asset — Geoff Shackelford

The R&A's use of Open proceeds to revitalize Lethamhill provides a refreshing gift to Glasgow by reimagining the importance and versatility of a golf course facility.

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06.09.2024

Major(s) News & Notes, September 5th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Captain Furyk has no choice but to fire assistant captain Bradley. Plus, the toughest courses of 2024, Birkdale's new 7th, more Hallowed Grounds, Quotables, This, That and Reads.

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02.09.2024

GB&I Wins The 43rd Curtis Cup — Geoff Shackelford

The Americans stage a valiant rally but come up one point short at Sunningdale.

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Weekend: Team Langer Wins PNC Duel Over Team Woods — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, December 19th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Ryder Cup Pay-For-Play Becomes Official, Now What Happens? — Geoff Shackelford

Your Votes Please: The 2024 Majors — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, December 12, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend: Scheffler Continues His Brilliance — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, December 5th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

"Una Famiglia" Artfully Tells The 2023 Ryder Cup Story — Geoff Shackelford

Australian Open: America's Ryggs Johnston Delivers A Stunner — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend: McNealy Wins To Earn First Masters Invite — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, November 21, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

PGA Tour Makes The Majors Even Better — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend: McIlroy Triumphs In Dubai, Campos Earns Masters Invite — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, November 14th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

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Major(s) News & Notes, October 24th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend: J.T. Poston Books Masters Trip — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, October 17, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend Wrap: McCarty Books Masters Trip — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, October 10, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

On Augusta And The Long Road Ahead — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend Wrap: Hatton Wins The Dunhill — Geoff Shackelford

Sunday At The (Mixed) Presidents Cup — Geoff Shackelford

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Presidents Cup Preview: Anticipation Builds Ahead Of Historic Format Change — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend Wrap: Horschel Takes BMW PGA In A Playoff — Geoff Shackelford

Major(s) News & Notes, September 19th, 2024 — Geoff Shackelford

Weekend Wrap: U.S. Wins Back Solheim Cup, Rasmus Takes Down Royalty In Newcastle — Geoff Shackelford

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Golf It! Demonstrates The Sport As A Community Asset — Geoff Shackelford

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