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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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    Rory's Repeat Quest & Augusta Carnage - April 10th, 2026

    n April 10th, 2026, brutal conditions at the 90th Masters led to historic highs and lows, ending with Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns sharing the Round 1 lead at five under par. THE 90TH MASTERS / ROUND 1 LEADERSDefending champion Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns conquered a firm, fast Augusta National to share the Round 1 lead at 67 (-5), highlighted by Rory's back-nine birdie streak and a delicate putt on 13.Jack Nicklaus told Rory he had "no pressure," but McIlroy rebutted that he was still "nervous" and it was "business again."The course was an absolute beast—yielding a +2.53 stroke average (the hardest since 2017) with only holes 2, 8, and 13 playing under par. CHASERS & COURSE CARNAGEWhile Patrick Reed made history with two front-nine eagles, writer Shane Ryan's warning of "potential carnage" rang true as brutal conditions swallowed up big names like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm.Broadcasters noted Scottie Scheffler's "putting has become a weapon" after an eagle on the 2nd, while Patrick Reed simply stated, "It is freezing."Xander Schauffele provided the wildest human-element moment of the day when his errant shot landed directly inside a patron's merchandise bag. OFF-COURSE DRAMA & CEREMONIAL TEEThe ceremonial first tee brought fireworks as Tom Watson ruthlessly blasted LIV Golf defectors, while Mark Calcavecchia found himself ejected from the grounds over a strict cell phone violation.Watson didn't hold back, stating LIV players should be "banned for life" or forced to play the Korn Ferry Tour.Calcavecchia refused to speak negatively about his ejection, saying he should "literally hang up right now," while Nicklaus admitted he was terrified of hitting patrons following his recent carpal tunnel surgery. Quick HitsShane Lowry's spectacular hole-out eagle on 13 • Haotong Li's miraculous water save on 13 • Bryson DeChambeau's triple bogey on 11 and Jon Rahm's shocking 78 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9 min

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    The 90th Masters Begins & Bryson's YouTube Bombshell - April 9th, 2026

    On April 9th, 2026, we break down the dawn of Round 1 at the 90th Masters, featuring firm course conditions, shocking career pivots, and a wild Wednesday Par 3 Contest. COURSE CONDITIONS & RANGE INSIGHTSAugusta is playing incredibly firm, prompting drastic last-minute equipment changes, including Jake Knapp swapping drivers to gain 12-15 extra yards just to clear the daunting fairway bunkers on holes 5 and 8.Dustin Johnson predicts his 2020 scoring record is safe, calling the newly lengthened 7th hole an "absolute rear end of a hole."Rookie Chris Gotterup spent his practice rounds thoroughly confused as to why the 4th hole is named "Flowering Crabapple" when it clearly features a prominent palm tree. THE FAVORITES & RIVALRIESBryson DeChambeau dropped a massive bombshell by teasing a departure from LIV Golf for YouTube, while also leaning heavily into his fierce, ongoing rivalry with defending Masters champion Rory McIlroy."Do I want to beat him every time... absolutely," Bryson said of Rory, while calling a YouTube career an "incredibly viable option."Despite ranking a shocking 80th in SG: Approach, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler remains grounded: "If I let my bad golf define me I would be a pretty miserable person." PAR 3 CONTEST & SWING SCIENCEWednesday’s Par 3 Contest delivered its usual magic, with Aaron Rai shooting a 21 to win the event and officially inherit the dreaded Par 3 Curse ahead of Thursday's opening round.Defending champion Rory McIlroy is relying on indoor swing science, utilizing a 65-to-63 percent weight shift to create his signature "V for Victory" divots.Comedian Kevin Hart hilariously dumped Bryson's ball in the water, Wyndham Clark aced the 7th, and Frankie Fleetwood gave a joyful quote about hitting his own shot into the drink. Quick HitsRyan Gerard traveled 10,000 miles to Mauritius, noting he "would go across the world" for a Masters invite • Tyrrell Hatton would spend a hypothetical $15 concession budget entirely on "Three beers" • Dr. Corey Walker says the modern high-torque swing destroyed Tiger Woods' lumbar spine, making a comeback nearly impossible after his recent DUI and move to a Swiss rehab facility Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

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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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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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