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DP World Tour Tee Times: Sean Crocker and Johannes Veerman Featured

The DP World Tour Tee Times for the Abu Dhabi Championship hosted at Yas Links in Abu Dhabi, UAE, are now available. This event, part of the DP World Tour, features a par of 72 and offers a total prize pool of 9 million USD. Reigning champion Victor Perez will aim to defend his title. Tune in to Sky for live coverage beginning Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:00 am, and Sunday from 7:30 am.

DP World Tour Tee Times for American Players

Sean Crocker, representing the USA, begins his first round teeing off at 7:17 AM alongside Adrien Saddier from France . Their second-round tee time will be at 9:44 AM. Johannes Veerman, also from the USA, will start his first round at 9:44 AM. Joining him are Alfredo Garcia-Heredia from Spain and Jayden Trey Schaper from South Africa. Veermans’s second round is scheduled for 7:17 AM.

Round Time Player 1 Player 2 Player 3
1 07:17 Sean Crocker (USA) Adrien Saddier (FRA)
1 09:44 Johannes Veerman (USA) Alfredo Garcia-Heredia (ESP) Jayden Trey Schaper (RSA)
2 07:17 Johannes Veerman (USA) Alfredo Garcia-Heredia (ESP) Jayden Trey Schaper (RSA)
2 09:44 Sean Crocker (USA) Adrien Saddier (FRA)
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Panorama

Fake or fact? PGA Tour and PIF are said to have agreed on one billion

There’s no getting around the news, even if it comes from a tabloid: According to a report in the British tabloid ‘The Sun’, the PGA Tour and the Saudi Arabian investment fund PIF have reached an agreement in their negotiations. Under the headline ‘Golf’s Civil War OVER’, David Facey writes that the Saudis have allegedly bought a one billion dollar stake in the Tour in return for an eleven per cent share and two board seats, including that of the chairman. The LIV Golf League events would continue to be organised by the PGA Tour. It is also said that Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy played a decisive role in the agreement as members of the special negotiating committee. The deal still has to be approved by the Tour members, i.e. the players, but the DP World Tour will also benefit in a special way thanks to the strategic alliance, for example through financial injections for prize money.

Facey does not name any sources, of course. And there are also several other indications that the news is more fake than fact. For example, there is never any mention of PGA Tour Enterprises, but that is exactly what the slow-moving negotiations are all about: The PIF wants to become a minority investor in the new commercial venture, in which the Tour is offloading its silverware (tournament, licence and TV rights etc.) and which is already lavishly funded thanks to the Strategic Sports Group’s total of three billion. The naming of McIlroy and even more so LIV and PIF opponent Woods also seems more like name-dropping to generate clicks. Moreover, there is no mention of PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan and PIF boss Yasir Al-Rumayyan, who played the Aramco Team Series Pro-Am together at the LET in Riyadh last week. Last but not least, a question underlines the suspicion of a rather simplistic tabloid piece: where did the Sun, of all publications, get such information? The usual suspects, including the reputable US golf media, have not made a single sound in this regard so far.
(Written by Michael Basche)

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LPGA Tour

Nelly Korda: Player of the Year and Soon in Swimwear

Happy ending: Nelly Korda’s 2024 season ends with two major honours. Firstly, the 26-year-old was voted Player of the Year on the LPGA Tour after six victories. Secondly, and this is a very special honour, the world number one is part of the line-up of stars and models for the upcoming issue of ‘Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’. The special edition of the sports magazine is by no means just a particularly nicely presented swimwear catalogue: The appointment for ‘SI Swimsuit’, which already has almost iconic status, is tantamount to an accolade in terms of stardom. Sports stars such as Steffi Graf (1997), Serena Williams (2003), Lindsey Vonn (2010) and Simone Biles (2017) have all been photographed for the special edition. Nelly Korda is the first female golfer to appear in the magazine.


Written by Michael Basche

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Tips

Nine Tips: End-of-Season Golf Club Care

As the golf season draws to a close, it’s time to take care of your golf clubs, as they need careful inspection and maintenance to maintain their performance in the coming season. The experts at HIO Fitting have some valuable tips for golfers who want to optimally prepare their clubs for the winter break. They explain what is important to ensure that the equipment survives the winter break undamaged and is ready for the first rounds in spring.

HIO Guide: 9 Tips for Optimum Golf Club Care

1: Protect Clubs from Moisture

Moisture is the biggest enemy of all golf equipment. If clubs are exposed to moisture over the winter months, the risk of rust damage increases considerably. Clubs that are stored in an unheated, damp garage are particularly at risk. Rust can damage the material in the long term, cause rapid wear and tear and impair performance. It is therefore best to store the rackets in a dry place – for example indoors or in a heated garage – to prolong the life of the rackets.

2: Remove Dirt and Grime

All rackets should also be thoroughly cleaned before storage. Encrusted dirt and grass residue on the club faces not only impair the appearance but also the functionality of the grooves. A clean clubface is particularly important for wedges, as only clean grooves guarantee sufficient spin and control for the short game. A soft brush, soap and water should therefore be used to remove dirt from the club heads. Stubborn dirt in the grooves can be removed with a special groove brush or a groove cleaner. The club heads must then be dried completely.

3: Check Wedges

Wedges wear out faster than irons because they are used more frequently, are subjected to greater stress and the higher angle of inclination leads to more interaction with the ball. However, worn grooves can no longer generate the necessary spin, which has a negative effect on control in the short game. Wedges should therefore be checked regularly: If the grooves are flattened or uneven, either resharpening the grooves or replacing the wedges may be advisable.

4: Clean the Grips and Replace Them if Necessary

Grips are an often underestimated part of the club, but they have an enormous influence on the control of the club. Over time, sweat, dirt and dust accumulate on the grips, making them slippery and less ‘tacky’. A slippery grip leads to less control and can affect the feel during the swing. Who likes the feeling of the club almost slipping out of your fingers during the swing? The grip then becomes tighter and cramped – a bad shot is inevitable. The grips should therefore be cleaned thoroughly with soap and water to improve grip. If the grips are badly worn, we recommend regripping. This is also the ideal opportunity to give your own clubs a new look in your favourite colour.

5: Check Club Heads for Cracks and Bending and Shafts for Wear

Another important aspect of club maintenance is checking for structural damage. Over the course of the season, frequent use can lead to hairline cracks or bending of the club. Such damage is often invisible, but can have a negative impact on the stability and performance of the racket. The workshop experts at HIO Fitting can check the club heads for cracks or bends and repair them if necessary. If necessary, damaged club heads can be replaced with new ones.
In addition, the experts at HIO Fitting often find that some golf bags are not padded enough, causing them to ‘scrape’ against the shafts while being carried or pushed. As a result, material gradually wears away from the shaft. This happens particularly with drivers, woods and hybrids. The shaft, and therefore the club, loses a lot of its consistency and can even break in the worst case. The shafts in particular should therefore be checked for wear.

6: Have Loft and Lie Checked

The correct loft and lie setting is crucial for the performance and consistency of the clubs. Regular use – especially from the mat – can cause loft and lie to become misaligned. A change in tilt affects the distance and direction of the ball flight. In addition, the swing and speed of the players also change, which is why the angles should always be adjusted. Therefore, the loft and lie of the clubs should be checked regularly, especially before the start of the new season, by a professional fitter who will adjust the clubs precisely.

7: Analyse Wear Patterns

Analysing the wear on the clubface provides valuable information about possible swing faults. For example, one-sided wear on the heel can indicate that the ball is being hit too far inwards. Such an analysis can therefore help to recognise weaknesses in the swing and work on them in a targeted manner. This means that the winter break can be used optimally to improve the swing in order to start the next season with optimised technique.

8: Recognise Gaps in the Bag

It is a good idea to measure the shot distance for a gapping analysis in order to recognise gaps in the bag. Especially if new clubs have been added to the bag during the course of the season, this can result in unwanted overlaps or gaps. With a Foresight Simulator or another launch monitor and the support of a fitter, these gaps can be precisely measured and analysed to ensure that all distances are actually covered by the clubs in the bag.

9: Use Personalisation Options

Finally, freshly fitted equipment deserves a personalised touch. The experts at HIO Fitting therefore offer the option of applying individual stampings, laserings or colourings to clubs, for example. This not only ensures an unmistakable design, but also ensures that you identify with your equipment in a very special way.

Conclusion: Regular Care Pays Off!

Caring for your golf clubs at the end of the season is an important part of maintaining your equipment in the long term. From removing dirt and moisture to inspecting the club heads and analysing the distance – targeted care and maintenance will ensure that your clubs perform at their best again next season.
(Written by HIO Fitting)

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Koepka’s Investment in Woods’ and McIlroy’s TMRW Sports Fuels Speculation

Brooks Koepka has made a remarkable investment. The five-time major winner acquired shares in an investment fund called Locker Room, which also holds shares in TMRW Sports through its portfolio. The company owned by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, for example, is the parent company of TGL, which is finally launching its indoor golf spectacle in January. ‘Locker Room offers me the opportunity to actively support companies that are really close to my heart and align with my personal interests and values,’ says Koepka about his commitment, which puts him in good company. ‘Big names’ such as Lewis Hamilton, Gareth Bale, Steph Curry, Justin Timberlake and sports magnates Arthur Blank and John Henry have been investors from the very beginning.

And of course, with this very indirect approach to LIV opponent Woods, rumours of a return to the PGA Tour by Koepka, who is nominally one of the stars of the LIV Golf League, will be competing with Bryson DeChambeau in Las Vegas in December for the ‘showdown’ between the two rival circuits against Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy and has already started teasing his designated team partner and former favourite enemy. Seen in this light, it is safe to speak of a double speculation model.
Author: Michael Basche

 

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World Golf Ranking: Rory McIlroy at the Top of the Brits

Rory McIlroy remains the highest-ranked British golfer in the current World Golf Ranking, holding steady at position 3 with no change from last week. His average points stand at 8.2707. Close behind him is Tommy Fleetwood, ranked 10th, also maintaining his previous week’s position. Fleetwood’s current average points are 4.2788.

World Golf Ranking of the British

Tyrrell Hatton occupies the 20th position this week, a slight decline from his previous 19th place. His average points are 3.1989. Robert MacIntyre from Scotland stands firm at the 16th position as he did last week, with average points of 3.6348. Aaron Rai is ranked 21st, consistent with last week’s position, and holds average points of 3.1982.

Top 10 of the World Golf Ranking

In the broader picture of the World Golf Ranking, Scottie Scheffler retains his top position without change. Xander Schauffele follows closely at number 2, mirroring last week’s rankings. The list witnesses stability among the top 8, with Collin Morikawa, Ludvig Aberg, Wyndham Clark, Hideki Matsuyama, and Viktor Hovland holding the same ranks as before. Bryson DeChambeau remains at 9th, and in a notable British presence, Tommy Fleetwood completes the top 10 without changes in position.

Player Name Current Rank Last Week’s Rank Average Points
Rory McIlroy 3 3 3.1989
Tommy Fleetwood 10 10 4.2788
Tyrrell Hatton 20 19 3.1989
Robert MacIntyre 16 16 3.6348
Aaron Rai 21 21 3.1982

This article was created with the help of AI.

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World Golf Ranking: Scottie Scheffler Continues to Lead the Pack

The latest World Golf Ranking shows Scottie Scheffler maintaining his position as the top-ranked golfer in the world. Scheffler holds steady at rank 1 with a consistent performance. Xander Schauffele also remains in second place, reflecting the stability at the top of the rankings among American players. Both players’ average points demonstrate their ability to stay at the forefront of the golfing world.

World Golf Ranking: Morikawa, Clark and DeChambeau

Collin Morikawa continues to hold the fourth position in the World Golf Ranking, showing no change from the previous week. Wyndham Clark follows, sitting comfortably at number 6, again with no movement in his standing. Bryson DeChambeau also maintains his rank 9 spot, reflecting consistency among the leading American contingent.

Top 10 in World Golf Ranking

The top of the World Golf Ranking sees Scottie Scheffler in the prime position, with no changes in the top three as Rory McIlroy remains third. While the American golfers listed maintain their positions, Ludvig Aberg from Sweden stands firm at rank 5, paralleling a stable period among the global golfing elite. Other notable names like Viktor Hovland and Tommy Fleetwood hold their respective places in the top 10 with neither advancements nor declines.

Player Name Current Rank Rank Last Week
Scottie Scheffler 1 1
Xander Schauffele 2 2
Collin Morikawa 4 4
Wyndham Clark 6 6
Bryson DeChambeau 9 9

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European Tour

DP World Tour Tee Times Featuring Johannes Veerman at the Genesis Championship

The DP World Tour Tee Times for the Genesis Championship, held at the Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea in Incheon, South Korea, are announced. This tournament is part of the DP World Tour, boasting a par of 72 and offering a prize pool of $4,000,000. Defending champion Park Sang Hyun will aim to retain his title.

DP World Tour Tee Times and American Players

Johannes Veerman from the USA will team up with Sebastian Soderberg from Sweden and Byeong-hun An from South Korea. They will start the first round at 07:40 AM.

Chase Hanna, another American player, will tee off alongside Jens Fahrbring from Sweden and Renato Paratore from Italy. Their first round begins at 08:10 AM.

Seungsu Han of the USA plays with Matthis Besard from Belgium and Haydn Barron from Australia, teeing off at 11:30 AM.

James Nicholas, representing the USA, will join Jacques Kruyswijk from South Africa and Taeho Kim. Their group starts at 11:50 AM.

Gunner Wiebe, another participant from the USA, teams up with Daan Huizing from the Netherlands and Soomin Lee from South Korea, starting at 12:10 PM.

RoundTimePlayer 1Player 2Player 3
107:40Johannes Veerman (USA)Sebastian Soderberg (SWE)Byeong-hun An (KOR)
108:10Chase Hanna (USA)Jens Fahrbring (SWE)Renato Paratore (ITA)
111:30Seungsu Han (USA)Matthis Besard (BEL)Haydn Barron (AUS)
111:50James Nicholas (USA)Jacques Kruyswijk (RSA)Taeho Kim
112:10Gunner Wiebe (USA)Daan Huizing (NED)Soomin Lee (KOR)
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European Tour

DP World Tour Tee Times: Eddie Pepperell, David Law and Scott Jamieson in Korea

The Genesis Championship on the DP World Tour takes place at the Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea in Incheon, South Korea. Featuring a Par 72 course and a prize fund of $4,000,000, the reigning champion, Park Sang Hyun, looks to defend his title.

DP World Tour Tee Times for British and Scottish Players

Matthew Southgate kicks off his Genesis Championship campaign alongside Joost Luiten from the Netherlands and Kyung-Nam Kang from Korea at 07:10 in the first round. Fellow Englishman Ross Fisher joins Rafa Cabrera-Bello of Spain and Seungtaek Lee of Korea at 07:20.

Eddie Pepperell tees off at 08:10, partnered with France’s Adrien Saddier and Wooyoung Cho. David Law, representing Scotland, starts at 08:30 with Ivan Cantero Gutierrez from Spain and Korean Eunshin Park.

Oliver Wilson enters round one at 08:40, playing with Australia’s Jason Scrivener and Guntaek Koh.

Scott Jamieson, another Scottish contender, begins at 12:10 with England’s Marcus Armitage and Hanbyeol Kim. With his DP World Tour Tee Times, Jamieson aims to make an impact.

Richie Ramsay and Calum Hill, both from Scotland, tee up with Adri Arnaus from Spain at 12:50. This grouping highlights strong Scottish presence in the DP World Tour Tee Times.

RoundStart TimePlayer 1 (Nationality)Player 2 (Nationality)Player 3 (Nationality)
107:10Matthew Southgate (ENG)Joost Luiten (NED)Kyung-Nam Kang (KOR)
107:20Ross Fisher (ENG)Rafa Cabrera-Bello (ESP)Seungtaek Lee (KOR)
108:10Eddie Pepperell (ENG)Adrien Saddier (FRA)Wooyoung Cho
108:30David Law (SCO)Ivan Cantero Gutierrez (ESP)Eunshin Park (KOR)
108:40Oliver Wilson (ENG)Guntaek Koh (KOR)Jason Scrivener (AUS)
112:10Scott Jamieson (SCO)Marcus Armitage (ENG)Hanbyeol Kim
112:50Richie Ramsay (SCO)Adri Arnaus (ESP)Calum Hill (SCO)
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Golf World Ranking: Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele in Lead

Scottie Scheffler remains at the top of the rankings among American golfers, holding his position as World No. 1 with a consistently strong average points total. Close behind, Xander Schauffele retains his No. 2 spot, maintaining his strong standing in the global rankings.

Top American Players in the Official World Golf Ranking

Following Scheffler and Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, Wyndham Clark, and Bryson DeChambeau round out the top group of American players, with none of them experiencing changes in their rankings. Morikawa holds firm at No. 4, Clark sits comfortably at No. 6, and DeChambeau remains steady at No. 9. All three have maintained stable average points.

Top 10 of the Official World Golf Ranking

In the overall global Top 10, Scottie Scheffler continues to lead the field, with no movement at the top. Xander Schauffele remains at No. 2, while Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy holds onto the third spot. Viktor Hovland, ranked No. 8, also shows no change in his position. Overall, there has been little notable shift within the rest of the Top 10, with most players maintaining their standing

Rank Name Last Week Nationality
1 Scottie Scheffler 1 USA
2 Xander Schauffele 2 USA
4 Collin Morikawa 4 USA
6 Wyndham Clark 6 USA
9 Bryson DeChambeau 9 USA