In this episode of Tinderball Tuesday, the hosts discuss the recent U.S. Open, focusing on key players, particularly JJ Spaun's unexpected victory. They explore the significance of driving and putting statistics, the challenges posed by the course, and the impact of double bogeys on player performance. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes about food and drink during the tournament, as well as insights from Rory McIlroy and Wyndham Clark's press conferences. In this conversation, the hosts discuss Rory McIlroy's recent press conference, expressing disappointment in his demeanor and responses. They explore Rory's metaphor of climbing an 'Everest' in his career and the pressures he faces as a top golfer. The discussion shifts to mental health in golf, particularly regarding Wyndham Clark's recent behavior and the importance of understanding the personal struggles athletes may face. The hosts then analyze the challenges players encountered during the US Open, particularly after a rain delay, and how it affected their performance. Finally, they look ahead to the upcoming Port Rush tournament, speculating on potential contenders and Rory's mindset. Hope you all enjoy this conversation. Thanks for the support as always! Cheers, - The Tie Guys Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Tenderball Tuesday 02:55 The U.S. Open Storylines 06:01 Drinks, Food, and Creative Thoughts 08:58 The Impact of the U.S. Open on Golf 11:59 JJ Spaun's Victory and Performance Analysis 14:54 Driving and Putting Statistics 18:03 Double Bogeys and Course Management 20:47 Rory and Wyndham's Press Conference Insights 31:56 Press Conference Discontent 34:04 Rory's Everest Theory 42:30 Mental Health and Golf's Locker Room 48:17 Adapting to Course Conditions 58:11 Looking Ahead to Port Rush Website: https://www.thetiepodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetiepodcast/?hl=en Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/thetiepodcast GoodWalk Coffee: https://goodwalkcoffee.com CODE: thetie for 20% off BDraddy: bdraddy.com CODE: thetie25 for 25% off LivPur Hydration:livpur.com CODE: Sticks20 Keywords: golf, U.S. Open, JJ Spaun, driving statistics, putting performance, double bogeys, golf course management, Tenderball Tuesday, sports commentary, golf analysis, Rory McIlroy, golf press conference, mental health, US Open, Port Rush, golf conditions, Everest theory, golf performance, sports psychology, golf tournaments