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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.

  1. 7h ago

    Wyndham Clark Leads Brutal Shinnecock R1 - June 19th, 2026

    On June 19th, 2026, brutal 35 mph winds and baked greens at Shinnecock Hills wreaked havoc on the U.S. Open field, but Wyndham Clark defied the conditions to take a solo Round 1 lead at four-under. THE LEADER & THE CARNAGEWyndham Clark took the solo lead at four-under, making a brutal Shinnecock Hills look simple despite 35 mph winds that forced the USGA to delay tee times to syringe the wilting poa annua greens.Defending champion J.J. Spaun blew up with a seven-over, while Patrick Reed shot a 72 after a viral fescue-to-fescue shank on the 14th hole.NY native James Nicholas hit the 6:35 AM opening tee shot, muscled a 7-iron from just 109 yards in the wind, and received an emotional call from Joe Namath saying, "your father is smiling in heaven." THE STARS AT ONE-UNDERBryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy, and Jon Rahm all battled to impressive 69s, surviving bizarre fan interference and utilizing massive drives and highlight-reel short game magic to stay in the mix.Bryson unleashed a 427-yard drive off a maintenance road, prompting the broadcast to declare, "he is literally going to have a flip into this green."Rory McIlroy noted it was "a day to stay patient" after a 396-yard drive, while Rahm electrified the crowd with a spinner chip on 13 and a 60-foot birdie bomb on the 17th. SCOTTIE'S BIRTHDAY STRUGGLESScottie Scheffler celebrated his 30th birthday by shooting a frustrating 72, continuing a troubling trend of slow starts in majors that forces him to play catch-up heading into the weekend.Scheffler’s first-round scoring average sits at 69.92 compared to 67.50 in final rounds, leading Trey Wingo to note, "He would shoot himself out on Thursdays."Justin Leonard pointed out that Scottie consistently "handicaps himself" early, drawing comparisons to Rory McIlroy's infamous post-2014 major drought. Quick Hits17-year-old amateur Miles Russell calls pro strategy "boring" and "ho hum" • Amateur Ryder Cowan briefly holds the lead at three-under • Jason Day suffers a heartbreaking WD with a severe back injury after a front-nine 42 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  2. 1d ago

    Shinnecock Survival Guide & USGA's $22.5M Flex - June 18th, 2026

    On June 18th, 2026, we preview Round 1 of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, breaking down the USGA's massive financial flex, LIV Golf's uncertain future, and the brutal conditions awaiting the field. THE USGA'S FLEX & LIV'S FUTUREThe USGA is flexing its financial muscle with a record-breaking $22.5 million purse at Shinnecock Hills, contrasting sharply with LIV Golf’s impending 2026 funding collapse that has stars like Jon Rahm feeling trapped in their contracts.USGA CEO Mike Whan asserted dominance, stating, "We believe we are the best championship... We are not chasing," while Rahm admitted, "I do not see many ways out."Bryson DeChambeau is already hedging his bets against LIV's uncertain future by leaning heavily into his massive 2.7 million-subscriber YouTube channel. SHINNECOCK HILLS COURSE CONDITIONSWith 36 mph winds forecasted to batter the course, the USGA is taking preventative measures to keep Shinnecock playable, slowing the greens down to a 10.5 on the Stimpmeter and utilizing a unique syringing strategy.Chief Competitions Officer John Bodenhamer compared the watering tactic to a grocery store produce mist, noting, "We could brutalize this place... That is not what we are about."James Nicholas endured a grueling travel nightmare from Texas to New York just to tee it up, keeping perspective by saying, "I get to do this rather than I have to do this." PLAYER STORYLINES & GRAND SLAM CHASESScottie Scheffler is chasing the Career Grand Slam on his 30th birthday, but he arrives battling uncharacteristic iron play regression and the fallout from a recent caddie blowup.Acknowledging his recent struggles, Scheffler candidly admitted, "I feel like maybe I have just been a touch dull."Gary Woodland makes an incredibly emotional return to major championship golf following brain surgery and a battle with PTSD, teeing off alongside Dustin Johnson and Wyndham Clark. Quick HitsJason Day's controversial Malbon patchwork t-shirt gets roasted by fans • Smylie Kaufman hilariously ignored by Justin Thomas after yelling "Ope Sir" • Round 1 officially tees off tomorrow at Shinnecock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  3. 2d ago

    Shinnecock U.S. Open Preview & The Rollback Rebellion - June 17th, 2026

    On June 17th, 2026, we preview Round 1 of the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, breaking down Scottie Scheffler's historic Grand Slam bid, Rory McIlroy's fiery PGA Tour critique, and the massive fallout from the USGA's delayed golf ball rollback. 126TH U.S. OPEN AT SHINNECOCK HILLSRound 1 kicks off tomorrow at Shinnecock Hills, where the USGA is desperately watering greens to avoid a repeat of 2018. Meanwhile, Scottie Scheffler is actively downplaying his monumental chase for the Career Grand Slam."The Grand Slam has never been a motivating factor," Scheffler noted, admitting he hasn't been sharp and warning against the "fallacy" of moving goalposts.Tomorrow's 8:14 AM marquee group features Scheffler teeing off alongside J.J. Spaun and Mason Howell. RORY'S WRATH & BRYSON'S BLUNDERSRory McIlroy is hunting his seventh major but spent his prep torching the PGA Tour's 2028 Two-Track schedule. Elsewhere, Bryson DeChambeau is battling an atrocious short game and deep fescue after missing two straight major cuts.McIlroy slammed the Tour's financial model, stating "LIV Golf created this false economy" and fearing Track Two is a "glorified Korn Ferry event" that could ruin the Canadian Open.Bryson went viral after hacking out of 5-inch fescue, bluntly telling the cameras: "Well, you cannot hit it there." THE 2030 ROLLBACK REBELLIONMike Whan's decision to delay the golf ball rollback rule until 2030 has sparked absolute outrage among golf purists, who feel the modern power game is completely ruining the sport's historic integrity.Jack Nicklaus called the delay "crazy" and likened it to throwing a "deck chair off the Titanic," while caddie Billy Foster declared, "The game has been destroyed."Lee Westwood is leading the player complaints, openly lamenting the absurdity of modern 300-yard mishits. THE CHANGING OF THE GUARDA stark generational shift is underway as veteran legends vanish from the major stage, making room for a new wave of fearless teenage prodigies ready to take over the sport's biggest events.Amateur Jackson Koivun isn't lacking confidence, stating his goal is to "be the number one player in the world" by using a strategy to "wear someone down in match play."While 17-year-old Miles Russell breaks David Duval's records, Tiger Woods is in a Swiss DUI rehab, Phil Mickelson faces country club expulsion rumors, and Tony Finau's qualifying streak is dead. Quick HitsLIV Golf's $400 million deficit looms in the background • Brandel Chamblee calls Bryson's short game "atrocious" • The USGA is terrified of repeating 2018's unplayable Shinnecock conditions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 min

  4. 3d ago

    LIV’s $400M Crisis & Shinnecock U.S. Open Preview - June 16th, 2026

    On June 16th, 2026, we preview the U.S. Open at a dialed-in Shinnecock Hills while breaking down LIV Golf's massive financial crisis, the USGA's rollback delay, and the PGA Tour's looming 2028 overhaul. LIV GOLF'S FINANCIAL CRISISLIV Golf is hemorrhaging money, facing a $400 million deficit and a postponed New Orleans event. With rumors of shrinking to ten events and voided contracts, superstars like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau are eyeing their next moves.CEO Scott O'Neil is seeking a $350 million rescue for a "heck of a return," while Tom Lehman demands defectors return at the "bottom of the barrel" with zero status.Bryson DeChambeau is keeping his priorities straight regarding a potential PGA Tour return, noting, "what matters also is what makes me happy," while Rahm simply stated, "It is my job to play golf." U.S. OPEN AT SHINNECOCK HILLSThe USGA is ready to "let Shinnecock be Shinnecock" with 48-yard fairways and 11-stimpmeter greens. Meanwhile, top players are so exhausted by tournament-week chaos that they played their practice rounds weeks in advance.Justin Thomas complained that a nine-hole practice round takes three grueling hours during tournament week.Rory McIlroy blames the sluggish practice pace on "too many people inside the ropes," prompting him, Scottie Scheffler, and JT to scout the course early to avoid the crowds. THE ROLLBACK DELAY TO 2030The USGA's decision to delay the golf ball rollback to 2030 has sparked outrage among legends and current stars alike, with many feeling the governing bodies are bowing to equipment manufacturers and player greed.Jack Nicklaus likened the delay to "throwing a deck chair off the Titanic," while Rory McIlroy blamed greedy pros and manufacturers because "money talks."Gary Player laments that modern distance makes courses play like a "par sixty seven," Deane Beman is defending Brian Harman, and Paul Azinger insists it's "time to wield the hammer." PGA TOUR 2028 OVERHAULThe PGA Tour's proposed two-track system for 2028 is raising alarms across the pond. European players are increasingly anxious that the DP World Tour will be permanently relegated to a mere feeder league for American golf.Robert MacIntyre admitted he must play in America, despite his heart wanting to "play week in, week out on the DP World Tour."Eddie Pepperell is leading the vocal charge against the structural changes, fearing the complete loss of the DP World Tour's historic prestige. Quick HitsTiger Woods rehabs from surgeries amidst DUI fallout • Woods supports girlfriend Vanessa Trump through a breast cancer diagnosis (the "straw that broke the camel's back") • Security fears escalate for Tiger's daughter, Kai. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  5. 4d ago

    Bud Cauley’s Miracle Comeback & Koepka’s US Open Scare - June 15th, 2026

    On June 15th, 2026, Bud Cauley secured his maiden PGA Tour victory at the RBC Canadian Open after a grueling Sunday in the rain, while major injury news shook up the upcoming US Open. RBC CANADIAN OPENBud Cauley completed a massive comeback from a horrific 2018 car crash and four-year absence, shooting a final-round 65 in the rain at TPC Toronto to claim his emotional maiden PGA Tour victory at 17-under par.Jim Nantz called Cauley's incredible 93-foot chip-in eagle from the fescue on the 12th hole "the biggest shot of his career."Guided by his dad's "Don't stop running" mantra, Cauley thanked his wife Kristi for enduring the "dark times" and laughed off a late slip into the bunker on 18. THE CHASING PACK & CANADIAN HISTORYMatt Fitzpatrick fired a Sunday 64 to finish solo second and claim the FedEx Cup number one spot, while a record ten Canadians made the cut in a massive boost for Golf Canada's "30 by 32" initiative.Sudarshan Yellamaraju won the Rivermead Cup (T8) feeding off "Sauga City" chants, while Viktor Hovland (solo 3rd) stubbornly defended his 2018 Ping i210 irons and Pro V1s: "Why would I" switch.54-hole leader Jackson Suber lost his lead but secured major qualifications after a surprise 3rd-hole visit from his fiancée calmed his nerves, and Matthew Anderson gambled a Korn Ferry start to play his national open. US OPEN SHAKE-UPS & TOUR NEWSJust days before the US Open at Shinnecock Hills, Brooks Koepka suffered a terrifying Sunday withdrawal due to neurological hand numbness, throwing his major championship hopes into serious jeopardy.Koepka was completely unable to grip the club on the driving range before making the decision to withdraw.Collin Morikawa returned to golf running on 50-minute naps after the birth of his daughter Katherine, embracing a totally shifted mindset, while Ben James bounced back with a 69 to secure his Tour card through 2027. Quick HitsFitzpatrick eagled the 18th and tweaked his putting routine by eliminating an extra look • Amateur Justin Matthews impressed the home crowd with a T29 finish • Jackson Suber officially punched his ticket to the US Open, Travelers, and British Open Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9 min

  6. 5d ago

    SUBER LEADS, CLARK'S VILLAIN ERA & WEATHER CHAOS - June 14th, 2026

    On June 14th, 2026, we recap a wild Round 3 at the RBC Canadian Open where severe weather threats forced a Sunday schedule overhaul, Jackson Suber grabbed the 54-hole lead, and Wyndham Clark embraced his villain persona. RBC CANADIAN OPEN LEADERBOARD & WEATHER SHIFTAn 85% chance of severe weather forced officials to compress Sunday's finale into a 10:30 AM to 12:45 PM window using threesomes off split tees. Meanwhile, Jackson Suber fired a 66 to take the solo 54-hole lead at 13-under.Tommy Fleetwood sits right behind at 11-under after a clutch eagle, declaring he's ready for an "18-hole battle" in the changing weather to avenge his 2023 playoff heartbreak.Suber believes the tournament will ultimately be decided on holes 9 through 15, setting the stage for a highly strategic, weather-beaten sprint to the finish at TPC Toronto. WYNDHAM CLARK'S VILLAIN ERA AT THE RINKWyndham Clark fully embraced his villain persona at the hockey-themed Rink hole, rocking a Jack Hughes USA jersey he bought off a fan during a brilliant bogey-free 63 fueled by a new Ping putter."If I miss that then it looks really bad," Clark joked about the relief of making his birdie putt in the jersey, though a brutal bunker lip-out on the 9th kept him grounded.CBS analyst Johnson Wagner nearly upstaged the players at The Rink, almost making a live TV hole-in-one while wearing a fake mustache. CANADIAN HISTORY & KOEPKA'S INJURY SCAREIt’s a historic week for Canadian golf with 10 homegrown players making the cut, but major concerns are swirling around Brooks Koepka after a mysterious hand injury derailed his Saturday round.Koepka shot a disastrous 72 after requiring medical attention on the 11th tee for numbness in his ring and pinkie fingers, raising massive red flags for the upcoming US Open.Joey Savoie made his first career cut after nearly quitting the sport, Sudarshan Yellamaraju (-10) fed off "Sauga City" chants, and Taylor Pendrith delayed his media duties just to sign autographs for kids. Quick HitsMatt Every rants "what are we doing" on-air over Tom Kim's slow AimPoint putting on the 10th hole • Ben Kohles shoots a 65 after a chaotic 24-hour stretch of qualifying for the US Open on zero sleep • Billy Horschel holes out for a 78-yard eagle on the 8th while Bud Cauley reaches 12-under with a near ace and help from caddie Matt Hauser Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  7. 6d ago

    Rookie Ben James Leads & Koepka’s Emotional Return - June 13th, 2026

    On Friday, June 13th, 2026, 30 mph winds at TPC Toronto couldn't stop rookie Ben James from taking the RBC Canadian Open lead, while Brooks Koepka shared the heartbreaking family tragedy behind his PGA Tour return. RBC CANADIAN OPEN / THE ROOKIE & THE CHASERS23-year-old rookie Ben James fired a stunning 63 in 30 mph winds to take the solo lead at 10-under in his pro debut, leaning on veteran caddie Tim Tucker to navigate the North Course."I have no clue," James said regarding weekend pressure. "Making new friends... I just want to see what the final group feels like."Haotong Li (-9) shot a 64 with fill-in caddie Geno Bonnalie and a new mental mantra: "bad thoughts do not come to me leave me alone," while Sam Burns skipped the nightlife to hang with his toddler. BROOKS KOEPKA / A HEAVY HEART & A PGA TOUR RETURNSitting at 8-under, Brooks Koepka opened up about his independent decision to leave LIV Golf and pay a $5 million fine following a devastating 16-week miscarriage and severe depression."I let my wife do her job and I do mine," Koepka said, noting that welcoming PGA Tour peers simply told him, "We are glad you are back."Amidst the heavy emotional toll, Koepka also tweaked his gear, fixing his putting stroke by switching to a putter with more toe hang to stop overthinking on the greens. THE CANADIANS / SURVIVING A RUTHLESS CUTLINEA brutal 2-under cutline claimed big names like Justin Rose and local favorites Corey Conners and Mackenzie Hughes, while Taylor Pendrith and Matthew Anderson carry the hometown hopes into the weekend at 7-under.Adam Hadwin (-3) survived the cut but admitted to being "mentally fried" and playing scared.Hadwin is grinding through his mental fatigue by relying on a physical swing thought—using a towel drill under his trail arm to keep his mechanics together. Quick HitsDavid Lipsky blew the roof off the hockey-themed 14th hole ("The Rink") with an epic hole-in-one • Tony Finau made the cut on the number but desperately needs a top-three finish to qualify for The Open at Royal Birkdale • Defending champ Ryan Fox (-8) noted the 30 mph tailwinds were actually harder for club selection than hitting directly into the gusts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  8. Jun 12

    RBC Canadian Open Round 1 & Two-Track Turmoil - June 12th, 2026

    On June 12th, 2026, a bomber-friendly TPC Toronto yielded a massive six-way tie for the lead at the RBC Canadian Open, overshadowed by escalating player tensions regarding the PGA Tour's controversial 2028 Two-Track proposal. RBC CANADIAN OPEN ROUND 1Soft conditions and bomber dominance defined Thursday at TPC Toronto, resulting in a crowded six-way tie at six-under par featuring Brooks Koepka, Sahith Theegala, Sam Burns, Emiliano Grillo, Eric Cole, and Canadian Matt Anderson.Koepka unleashed a 362-yard drive ("Carries the bunker no problem") but lamented his putting: "I think one shot better I would have probably six top tens which is kind of annoying."Tony Finau holed out from the sand ("Oh hello Big Tone"), while Koepka strictly kept the focus on his "mental refresh," flat-out refusing to discuss Smash GC or Graeme McDowell. THE TWO-TRACK CIVIL WARA fierce debate is brewing over the PGA Tour's proposed 2028 Two-Track model, pitting the preservation of historic national opens and local opportunities against the push for highly concentrated, elite-only fields.Nick Taylor fears losing the tournament's soul ("Yeah that would certainly be awful... lose the Open name"), while Collin Morikawa countered, "120 guys are the best players in the world... that is still meaningful right."Corey Conners is passionately pleading to keep the 21 Canadian exemptions alive to "give some young Canadian players an opportunity" to live out their hometown dreams. QUALIFIER BLUNDERS & PRO DEBUTSBeyond the leaderboard, the day was filled with bizarre US Open qualifier fallout, strategic superstar absences ahead of Shinnecock Hills, and a highly anticipated professional debut that lived up to the hype.Adam Svensson fired a bogey-free 65, openly admitting his confusion over his viral US Open qualifier blunder earlier in the week.Sudarshan Yellamaraju captured hearts with his incredible YouTube-taught, cricket-to-golf backstory, while Ben James fired a stellar 67 in his pro debut. Quick HitsScottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy opt out to prep for Shinnecock • Unexplained last-minute WDs from Mark Hubbard and Jeffrey Kang • Alternate Ben Kohles capitalizes on Paul Waring's illness withdrawal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 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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