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Marking Time

July 2, 2021

HOLD THAT POSE: Easily golf’s oldest and most iconic trophy, the Claret Jug commemorating Mark O’Meara’s win at the 1998 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale provided the author with a memorable photo op. PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF JON RIZZI

The Open Championship returns this month to Royal St. George’s after a year’s hiatus, during which we visited the 1998 champion.

Who has the Best Odds of Winning the U.S. Open?

June 21, 2021June 16, 2021

Rory McIlroy during Tuesday’s practice round at Torrey Pines. (Photo Courtesy Chris Keane/USGA)

Is it DJ? Rahm? Mcilroy?

Earning Their Wing

June 1, 2021

WINGMEN: Surrounded by club members, media and tributes to their craft, Bill Coore (left) and Ben Crenshaw show their joy during the dedication of the space that bears their names and honors their work. PHOTOGRAPH BY CHIP BROMFIELD

During the past year, Colorado Golf Club transformed 4,850 square feet of its clubhouse into a museum-quality homage to the club’s course designers, Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw.

A Tiger in Repose: Following Horrific Accident, What Lies Ahead for Woods

March 16, 2021March 3, 2021

Going the Distance: New Study Ignites Debate

March 16, 2021February 17, 2021

The USGA, R&A and the PGA of America each recently weighed in on proposed changes to the game…it’s fair to say their thoughts didn’t meet with universal approval.

Your Junior Golfer Isn’t Charlie Woods — Not That There’s Anything Wrong With That

March 16, 2021December 30, 2020

While Tiger’s cub enjoyed a well-deserved moment in the sun, this Colorado pro says the focus for kids should be on having fun.

One-Time Thing or Lasting Change? Experts Discuss Making the Most of Golf’s Resurgence

March 16, 2021October 21, 2020

While unfortunate, COVID-19 has led to record numbers for golf this year. But where does the sport go from here?

How the PGA TOUR Got It Right Regarding the Coronavirus

March 16, 2021September 9, 2020

Super pumped to finally win the FedEx Cup. Thank you to my team and supporters! My brother Austin, all the fans, @TaylorMadeGolf, @DJGolfSchool, @netjets, @Hublot, @adidasGolf, @RBC, @DrinkBODYARMOR.

A little rest and then prep time for Winged Foot. pic.twitter.com/UHDcloP1xV

— Dustin Johnson (@DJohnsonPGA) September 7, 2020

While there were certainly blips on the radar, for the most part, the return to action was a success.

The Greatest Shot…Ever?

March 16, 2021August 12, 2020

Collin Morikawa had a magical moment in the PGA Championship. Some argue it deserves a vaunted place in history.

Golf Is Back, But The PGA TOUR Discovers The Coronavirus Hasn’t Gone Anywhere

March 16, 2021June 24, 2020

The PGA TOUR is sharing headlines with Major League Baseball, the NBA and college football—just not in the way it might have hoped. Are positive tests just the cost of doing business in the coronavirus-spawned “new normal?”