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Today in Golf is your daily dose of everything golf. From the PGA and LIV tours to major championship chatter, rising stars, industry news, viral moments, and what’s trending on the greens — Today in Golf delivers it all. Powered by Golf.ai and curated for golf lovers who want to stay sharp, informed, and in the loop every single day. Whether you’re driving to the course or grabbing your morning coffee, tee up the latest from the world of golf, fast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    The 90th Masters Preview & Augusta's $70M Empire - April 8th, 2026

    On Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, we dive into the off-course economics and player mindsets on the eve of the 90th Masters, highlighted by Rory McIlroy's pressure-free title defense and Scottie Scheffler chasing history. THE 90TH MASTERS PREVIEWDefending champion Rory McIlroy returns to Augusta with a Grand Slam under his belt and zero pressure, while Scottie Scheffler dials in his reminder grip to tie Tiger Woods’ historic record of five consecutive Masters as World No. 1."I would not care if the tournament never started," McIlroy joked about his relaxed mindset, while Scheffler is busy hitting a staggering 128-foot apex.Jon Rahm is genuinely shocked to find himself under par at Amen Corner, sticking to a simple strategy at the 12th: "hit the middle of the green, two putt, move on." AUGUSTA'S ECONOMICS & OWGR HISTORYAugusta National continues to leverage its unique $0 domestic TV rights strategy to fund massive upgrades like the flawless new Player Services Building, all while generating a staggering $70 million in merchandise revenue during tournament week.The merchandise tent pulls in $277 a second, funding luxury player buys like Adam Scott's $1,800 ottoman and Adam Hadwin's $1,500 putter, while Cameron Smith says the new facilities have "no flaws."Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the OWGR, Bernhard Langer joked about Deane Beman's old 15-event minimum and 1980s travel: "We did not go on boats, but we did not go on private jets." WOMEN'S GOLF CHAMPIONSNineteen-year-old Maria Jose Marin captured a stunning four-shot victory at the Augusta National Women's Amateur with a final-round 68, while Lauren Coughlin secured a wire-to-wire, five-stroke redemption win at the Aramco Championship at Shadow Creek.Coughlin banished her Shadow Creek demons, noting last year's event "left a sour taste in my mouth," to completely dominate the field.Marin’s ANWA victory was aided by her caddie, Darren Woo, a local firefighter who incredibly worked a grueling 14-hour shift right before carrying her bag to the winner's circle. Quick HitsPatrick Reed returns to the DP World Tour • Reed critiques LIV's shotgun start • Reed missed the "adrenaline" of a traditional leaderboard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

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    Masters Shockers & Valero Recap - April 7th, 2026

    On April 7th, 2026, we pivot from J.J. Spaun's dramatic Valero Texas Open victory to a bombshell week of 90th Masters off-course news, including Tiger Woods' rehab, Phil Mickelson's withdrawal, and Rory McIlroy's Champions Dinner. VALERO TEXAS OPENJ.J. Spaun secures a dramatic one-stroke victory at the Valero Texas Open, holding off a fierce chase from Matt Wallace after Robert MacIntyre suffered a devastating collapse on the 18th hole.The weekend leaderboard was heavily shaped by preferred lies and Michael Kim putting on an absolute ball-striking clinic.David Ford's meticulous AimPoint reads and Kevin Yu's memorable putt added a final spark to an already wild tournament finish. 90TH MASTERS: OFF-COURSE BOMBSHELLSThe golf world is reeling as Tiger Woods enters rehab following a Florida DUI rollover involving hydrocodone and an ultimatum from Vanessa Trump, while Phil Mickelson also withdraws.Tiger stated, "I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health," while Phil cited a need to "navigate a personal health matter."Defending 2025 champion Rory McIlroy made sure to honor both absent legends at his Champions Dinner, noting, "I want to make sure that they are acknowledged as well." CHAMPIONS DINNER & TOURNAMENT FAVORITESRory McIlroy served up a feast of elk sliders, Wagyu, and his mom's bacon-wrapped dates, while tournament favorites Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau arrived at Augusta with entirely different new additions.+1000 favorite Bryson DeChambeau is putting lead tape on his driver's crown—prompting Michael Breed to call it "something I have never seen before."+500 favorite Scottie Scheffler arrived with his 10-day-old son, Remy, with Amanda Balionis noting the new dad is "a little extra amped up." ROSTER SHAKE-UPS & AMATEUR DREAMSPatrick Reed is leaving LIV Golf for the DP World Tour amid a PGA Tour suspension, while 39-year-old real estate agent Brandon Holtz prepares for a magical amateur debut.Reed explained his tour move is to be a present father and "watch them grow up."Holtz has his dad, Jeff, caddying, who advised his son to "keep it light look around enjoy this and now focus" as they finally see "what is behind that rope." Quick HitsMichael Kim's elite ball striking • David Ford's AimPoint tactics • Kevin Yu's clutch putt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

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    Spaun Survives San Antonio - April 6th, 2026

    On April 6th, 2026, we break down the weekend action at the Valero Texas Open where J.J. Spaun conquered his mental demons and a waterlogged TPC San Antonio to capture a thrilling one-stroke victory. VALERO TEXAS OPEN CHAMPIONJ.J. Spaun captured a one-stroke victory at 17-under, shedding the heavy expectations of his 2025 US Open title. Armed with custom Srixon irons and a LAB Golf DF3 putter, he executed a brilliant mental reset."My strategy was to not spiral believe it or not... I felt like I needed to be this perfect golfer," Spaun admitted, adding of his putter, "LAB is that advantage."Immediately after securing the hard-fought victory, Spaun turned to his caddie on the green and simply said, "Happy birthday bro." THE CHASE PACK & HEARTBREAKA crowded tie for second at 16-under featured Michael Kim's blistering back-nine 32 and Matt Wallace's desperate Masters push. Meanwhile, Robert MacIntyre saw his title hopes vanish with a devastating snap hook off the 18th tee.MacIntyre lamented his 18th hole disaster, saying "it is just carnage" and "I just overcompensated," while NBC called Wallace's lucky chip-in on 15 "Hello indeed... almost a little embarrassed."Wallace made sure to heap praise on his caddie, Jamie, during his frantic push for an Augusta invite, while Kim put on a ball-striking clinic highlighted by a massive 341-yard drive in round three. ABERG, WEATHER & CONTROVERSYLudvig Aberg settled for T-5 after a late-round collapse, battling severe weather that forced preferred lies. The soggy conditions were matched in drama only by the fierce social media backlash over David Ford's agonizingly slow putting routine.Referee Ken Tackett noted "Mother Nature is undefeated" regarding the drainage issues, while a fan called Ford's viral 51-second AimPoint routine "an abomination against humanity."Despite Aberg's closing struggles, his physical dominance was on full display with a monstrous drive on 17 that prompted NBC to declare, "Ludvig is on a different planet." Quick HitsKevin Yu drains a clutch 48-foot putt to secure Aon Swing Five points for the RBC Heritage • Fans compare the preferred lies ruling to LIV Golf ("Literally the worst to ever do it") • MacIntyre debuts a new Titleist driver amidst the Texas winds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9 min

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    MacIntyre’s Surge & Spieth’s Boulder - April 5th, 2026

    On April 5th, 2026, severe weather suspended the Valero Texas Open, setting up a grueling Sunday marathon with Robert MacIntyre holding a commanding lead and several stars fighting for their Masters lives at the cutline. WEATHER DELAYS & LEADERBOARD SURGESSevere weather dumped an inch of rain, suspending Round 3 and forcing a Sunday marathon. Before the horns blew, Robert MacIntyre dominated with a Round 2 64—highlighted by an eagle on 14—while Ludvig Aberg lurks.Chief Referee Ken Tackett noted "Mother Nature is undefeated," while MacIntyre credited his 14-under lead to tweaking his schedule to be "sharper going into Augusta."Aberg is eager to put his Players Championship struggles "behind me," firing consecutive 67s to reach 10-under and keep the pressure on the Scotsman. MASTERS BUBBLE & CUTLINE DRAMAThe cutline delivered pure heartbreak and elation for those chasing last-minute Masters invites. Tony Finau drained a massive 34.5-foot walk-off eagle to keep his Augusta hopes alive, while Mark Hubbard collapsed with a brutal Round 2 77.Amateur Luke Clanton hit a clutch chip-in birdie to survive, with the broadcast noting he "sneaks inside that cut line."It was a devastating Friday for fan favorites, as Rickie Fowler (+1) and Tom Kim (E) both missed the cut, officially losing their tickets to Augusta National. SPIETH'S WILD RULING & COURSE FIREWORKSJordan Spieth made the cut on the number (-2) after a vintage, chaotic ruling involving a boulder and fire ants. Meanwhile, the Greg Norman-designed 16th "donut green" delivered absolute electricity with multiple aces.Moving the 12th-hole boulder required teamwork, with Spieth asking caddie Michael Greller, "Want to try to do it together on three?" The broadcast claimed "90% of the field would have just taken an unplayable."The 16th hole was pure theater—Steven Bowditch putted around the bunker on the fringe, while Corey Conners and Si Woo Kim both recorded aces, prompting the broadcast to yell, "give him the Dalai Lama!" Quick HitsChris Kirk holed out from 142 yards for a spectacular highlight • Marco Penge caught fire with five consecutive birdies • Sunday will feature no re-pairings to combat the weather delay and finish on time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9 min

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    MacIntyre's Texas Surge & Hideki's Albatross - April 4th, 2026

    On April 4th, 2026, we recap Rounds 1 and 2 of the Valero Texas Open, where Robert MacIntyre seized a commanding lead and Hideki Matsuyama delivered a masterclass albatross. VALERO TEXAS OPEN LEADERBOARDRobert MacIntyre fired rounds of 66 and 64 to reach 14-under, taking the outright lead at TPC San Antonio with a new Titleist TRS driver and a clutch eagle on the 14th hole.Tony Finau sits at 9-under after a 41.5-foot eagle putt, looking for "four days of good golf" to punch his Masters ticket.Ludvig Åberg is lurking at 10-under after incredibly holing out twice from 120 yards. HIDEKI'S MAGIC & ZALATORIS'S RETURNHideki Matsuyama stunned the golf world with an incredibly rare albatross on the 14th hole, holing out from 252 yards deep in the rough in what the broadcast dubbed an "artistic masterclass."Will Zalatoris is maintaining 178 mph ball speed and mastering the broomstick putter after enduring daily pain.Zalatoris's emotional comeback from a two-year back injury is proving his incredible resilience on the course. SPIETH'S ANTICS & CUTLINE DRAMAJordan Spieth provided peak entertainment, successfully arguing to move a massive boulder with caddie Michael Greller before sinking a clutch 30-foot birdie on 16 to make the 2-under cut.Russell Henley holed out from a bunker to boost his cut odds to 82%, while Rickie Fowler hit a desperate 309-yard approach to fight for the weekend.Spieth also went viral on the "Happy Hour with Smylie" podcast with a hilarious reaction to a 2021 clip of a dad dragging a toddler. Quick HitsJack Nicklaus drains a long putt during a Champion bermudagrass green-reading clinic • Kevin Roy rides a swing change and family water-park vibes to a T3 spot • Mark Hubbard shoots 65 to take the Round 1 lead following a weather delay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9 min

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    The End of an Era: A Masters Without Tiger & Phil - April 3rd, 2026

    On April 3rd, 2026, we preview a historic Masters tournament missing its two biggest icons, track Rory McIlroy's title defense, and break down the exploding financial landscape of modern golf. THE MASTERS / END OF AN ERAFor the first time since 1994, Augusta National will not host Tiger Woods or Phil Mickelson. Mickelson is stepping away for his wife Amy's health, while Woods faces legal and medical hurdles following his rollover crash."Yeah I was just talking with the president," Woods told deputies on bodycam footage after Donald Trump called to apologize.Judge Darren Steele has officially granted Tiger permission to travel overseas for inpatient treatment. PGA TOUR / THE CONTENDERSWorld No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is on a three-week baby hiatus amid a slight form dip, leaving defending champion Rory McIlroy to chase back-to-back green jackets despite battling recent back spasms from Bay Hill.McIlroy says he has a "freeing feeling" returning to Augusta after beating Justin Rose last year for the Career Grand Slam, ahead of his April 12 CBS special.Xander Schauffele is battling Augusta claustrophobia, admitting his psychological torment on the 18th hole is that "those trees have gotten a lot bigger." LIV GOLF / GLOBAL MOMENTUMLIV Golf is surging ahead of the major season, with Jon Rahm fighting European Tour fines to save his Ryder Cup eligibility and Bryson DeChambeau securing back-to-back playoff victories in Singapore and South Africa."I knocked the camera off gosh dang it," laughed DeChambeau during a viral promotional stunt in Hong Kong.Per Joel Beall's Golf Digest report, top players are now operating like CEOs, pulling in $60 million and traveling with entourages large enough for "five on five pickup basketball." Quick HitsCollin Morikawa's devastating Valero withdrawal ("I cannot swing through it") • Chris Gotterup's confident rookie Masters debut as the season's only two-time winner • Stephen A. Smith's controversial driver comments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

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    Tiger's Ryder Cup Fallout & Augusta Drama - April 2nd, 2026

    On April 2nd, 2026, we break down the media fallout from Tiger Woods losing the Ryder Cup captaincy, Gary Player's beef with Augusta National, and preview the Valero Texas Open. TIGER WOODS FALLOUT & RYDER CUPThe golf world is fractured over Tiger Woods' recent arrest and subsequent loss of the 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy, with media pundits demanding suspensions while PGA Tour leadership offers their continued support.Mark Lye demanded "some sort of punishment," while Chris Russo yelled "enough of this nonsense" regarding Justin Thomas.Stewart Cink has officially emerged as the leading candidate to take over the 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy at Adare Manor. AUGUSTA NATIONAL DRAMA & INFLATION90-year-old Gary Player is publicly feuding with Chairman Fred Ridley after being denied a tee time with his grandsons, while everyday fans face astronomical secondary market prices just to get through the gates.Player fired back saying "we made Augusta," while Friday badges are hitting $21,000 and local hotels are seeing 900% markups ($50 to $450).Player's current frustration with the club might be tied to his son Wayne, who received a lifetime ban from the Masters back in 2021. PGA TOUR APRIL FOOLS PRANKPGA Tour producer Phil Harrison pulled off a ruthless April Fools prank, sending rookies fake invoices charging them an $8,472.16 wholesale fee for their mandatory Tiffany Players Championship cufflinks.Sahith Theegala called it a "slap in the face to Jay and the Tour," while Stephan Jaeger simply replied, "Mega out."Even Taylor Moore was caught up in the panic before the Tour finally revealed to the rookies that it was all a joke. VALERO TEXAS OPEN BETTINGWe preview the Valero Texas Open at the Oaks Course, where navigating brutal limestone and dirt paths is key. Brady Kannon advises fading Ludvig Aberg and backing a massive longshot course-horse instead.Fade Aberg at an "awfully short price" and look at Andrew Novak at +10000 to win (+700 for a top ten).Novak's specific experience navigating the punishing Texas dirt and limestone makes him a hidden gem to back this week. Quick HitsJim Nantz celebrates the 40th anniversary of his 1986 Masters debut in the 16th hole tower • Nantz admitted to feeling "imposter syndrome" before his iconic "The Bear had come out of hibernation" call • PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp remains a steadfast supporter of Tiger Woods amidst the media storm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

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    Tiger Misses Masters & LIV Goes 72 - April 1st, 2026

    On April 1st, 2026, the golf world reels from Tiger Woods' Masters withdrawal and legal maneuvers, while LIV Golf fundamentally changes its format and players make their final desperate push for Augusta. TIGER WOODS & THE ROAD TO AUGUSTATiger Woods is officially out of the 2026 Masters, entering inpatient treatment while his legal team aggressively fights his recent charges by entering a not-guilty plea and demanding a jury trial."Stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health," Woods stated, as his lawyer exploits the prosecution's lack of urinalysis evidence.Desperation sets in at the Valero Texas Open as 93 players, including Rickie Fowler and Tony Finau, face a do-or-die final gateway to punch their tickets to Augusta. LIV GOLF'S MASSIVE SHIFTLIV Golf is abandoning its namesake 54-hole identity, shifting to a traditional 72-hole format to boost Fox ad revenue and better prepare its star-studded roster for major championship endurance.Bryson DeChambeau praised the move for "getting us ready for major championships," while also revealing a complete AI-driven club overhaul, noting, "That is every club in the bag."Following his Adelaide win, Anthony Kim and his wife Emily are donating 1% of his LIV earnings to mental health charities, reflecting, "Being alive and able to experience life with Emily and Bella is the real win." Quick HitsJason Kelce joins ESPN as an on-course reporter for the Masters Wednesday Par 3 Contest • Michelle Wie West unretires for the 2026 US Women's Open at Riviera and joins the new WTGL • Ludvig Aberg defends traditional blade putters ("A blade is sort of all I know"), while Collin Morikawa faces heavy scrutiny playing through back pain at Valero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min
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Today in Golf is your daily dose of everything golf. From the PGA and LIV tours to major championship chatter, rising stars, industry news, viral moments, and what’s trending on the greens — Today in Golf delivers it all. Powered by Golf.ai and curated for golf lovers who want to stay sharp, informed, and in the loop every single day. Whether you’re driving to the course or grabbing your morning coffee, tee up the latest from the world of golf, fast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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