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Ogio Presents New Premium Golf Bag Range

The new Shadow Bag from Ogio is available in four different colors. (Source: Azalea Group)
The new Shadow Bag from Ogio is available in four different colors. (Source: Azalea Group)

Taking inspirations from the aerodynamic lines and details of a luxury sports car, the Shadow is the latest addition to Ogio’s portfolio. The new bag combines modern design with a timeless aesthetic, including a perforated hip pad for maximum comfort and a magnetic pocket for accessories. To personalize the luxurious look of the bag, golfers have the choice of four different color options – the classic “White”, the silver-coloured “Moon”, the rich blue “Earth” and the sleek black “Midnight”.

Ogio presents new Shadow Bag for the 2024 season

In line with the philosophy that has made Ogio one of golf’s leading manufacturers, Shadow bags are exclusively crafted with premium materials to ensure maximum durability and performance. Michael Birch, sales and marketing manager, said: “The Shadow Bag has been a real passion project for us and something we’re very excited about adding to our portfolio. Creating something that is so aesthetically unique – without compromising the high standards of quality, performance and longevity that we hold all of our bag to – has been an incredibly rewarding journey for our brand and feels like the next step in our evolution as a manufacturer.”

The new Shadow Bags. (Source: Azalea Group)

The launch of the new Shadow Bags is set to continue the brand’s recent hot streak of market-shifting and eye-catching new ranges – including the chic Ogio Rise collection and a new wave of the popular Alpha Backpack, both of which debuted last year. It has been an eventful start to 2024 for Ogio, who unveiled an array of new golf accessories in January and a first-ever range of lightweight carry bags to be launched in Europe in February – the hugely popular Fuse.

 
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Owned by Callaway Golf Company, OGIO sits alongside a portfolio of global brands, including Odyssey, Topgolf, Toptracer, TravisMathew and Jack Wolfskin.

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Panorama

Neymar Damages Tee Box With Golf Swing

Neymar still has a lot to learn. During a golf outing in Abu Dhabi, the superstar damaged a tee shot. (Source: instagram @neymarjr)
Neymar still has a lot to learn. During a golf outing in Abu Dhabi, the superstar damaged a tee shot. (Source: instagram @neymarjr)

There are quite a few golfing footballers. Harry Kane, Thomas Müller and Gareth Bale have already proven their skills many times over. While Harry Kane is considered the best golfer in the Bundesliga, Gareth Bale has already taken part in international tournaments such as the Pebble Beach Pro-Am and even Rory McIlroy was impressed by the Welshman’s skills. However, a footballer who has also recently picked up a golf club still needs some practice. A video shows the superstar Neymar Jr, who now plays for the Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, playing golf in Abu Dhabi. It quickly becomes clear that the Brazilian has not been on a golf course very often.

 
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Neymar damages golf course

A short video showing Neymar attempting to swing a golf club spread like wildfire on social media, causing laughter and head-shaking around the world. In the clip, which was recorded during his stay in the United Arab Emirates, Neymar can be seen missing the ball with a huge swing and instead devastating the grass of the golf course. His failed attempt to master a sport outside his usual area of expertise quickly became the talk of the golfing world.

 
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Fans and spectators couldn’t help but draw a parallel with another famous sportsman: Gareth Bale. The Welsh soccer star, known for his love of golf, was humorously suggested by some as a potential mentor for Neymar. While Bale regularly shows off his skills on the golf course, Neymar still seems to have a long way to go to achieve the same. Perhaps it’s time for Neymar to not only improve his golf swings, but also ask for help from experts. Gareth Bale or professional golf coaches could help him hone his skills on the course and possibly discover a new passion. After all, as in soccer, practice is the key to success in golf.

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Professionals

Rickie Fowler: The Fowlers Will Soon Be a Foursome

Rickie Fowler and his wife are expecting their second child this summer. (Source: Getty)
Rickie Fowler and his wife are expecting their second child this summer. (Source: Getty)

Rickie Fowler and his wife Allison are awaiting the arrival of their second child, set to join their family this summer. The news was shared by Fowler himself on Instagram.

Rickie Fowler and his wife Allison become parents again

Already parents to their adorable 2-year-old daughter, Maya, born in November 2021, the Fowlers are now preparing to welcome another child into their life. With a due date of August 4th, the excitement is palpable for the couple turned soon-to-be family of four.

In an Instagram post, Fowler shared a glimpse of their family bliss, showcasing Maya with shoes ready for her baby sister, both adorned in matching Masters white caddie jumpsuits alongside proud parents Rickie and Allison.

Maya Fowler: The star of the Masters Par-3-Contest

At last week’s Masters Par 3 Contest, Maya Fowler charmed spectators and players alike with her playful antics on the course. Her delightful presence added an extra layer of joy to an already festive atmosphere, with Fowler ultimately clinching the Par 3 Contest title amidst the heartwarming scenes.

Reflecting on the experience, Fowler expressed the profound significance of having his daughter by his side, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. He spoke of the special bond Maya shares with Jordan Spieth’s son, Sammy, born just days apart.

For Rickie Fowler, fatherhood has brought renewed purpose and inspiration to his game. Breaking a four-year winless streak at last summer’s Rocket Mortgage Classic, he celebrated the victory with Maya by his side, creating indelible memories that transcend the boundaries of sport. As he looks ahead to future triumphs, Fowler does so with the knowledge that his victories are shared with his growing family, now poised to embrace the journey as a foursome.

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Ryder Cup 2025: Thomas Bjorn Becomes Vice-Captain Again

After the successful collaboration in Rome, Luke Donald has reappointed Thomas Bjorn as vice-captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup. (Source: Getty)
After the successful collaboration in Rome, Luke Donald has reappointed Thomas Bjorn as vice-captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup. (Source: Getty)

Luke Donald has appointed Thomas Bjorn as vice-captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup, which will take place at Bethpage Black, New York, USA, from September 26-28, 2025. Bjorn was already part of the coaching team at the 2023 Ryder Cup when Team Europe secured a memorable 16 ½ – 11 ½ victory over the United States at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club. It will be the Dane’s tenth appearance in the continental competition, his sixth as vice-captain. Donald was already presented as the new captain in November.

Success-proven team for the 2025 Ryder Cup

Preparations for the 2025 Ryder Cup continue to gather pace and Luke Donald has added another well-known figure to his captain’s team: Thomas Bjorn has been appointed by Luke Donald as second vice-captain for the prestigious golf event. Together with Donald and Edoardo Molinari, who has also been reappointed as vice-captain, the European team was already successful in Rome in 2023. “It was a natural progression from last time,” commented Bjorn on the reappointment. “Luke called me and said he wanted me to be there in New York too, knowing that the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black will be a completely different challenge. We discussed back and forth, mainly about how to move on from our win in Rome and prepare for New York by evaluating and building on what happened in Rome.”

“I’m very excited to have Thomas back in the team,” Donald expressed enthusiastically. “As soon as I was named captain again, I immediately thought about who I wanted on the backroom staff. And Thomas was definitely one of them. He means a lot to me. He’s passed on his knowledge and I’ve had a great relationship with him over the last few years. It’s important to have those relationships, to enjoy the people you spend time with on this journey.” Bjorn, who was involved in three European victories as a player in 1997, 2002 and 2014, now returns to the team as vice-captain as the Europeans aim to have similar success on American soil.

“We had a fantastic atmosphere in Rome,” Bjorn reflected. “Luke did a great job. He was a fantastic leader, not just of 12 players, but of the whole Team Europe of the Ryder Cup who worked so hard behind the scenes. It was great for me to be part of that because I knew how all those things worked in Paris. To see him add a few extra things in Rome and make it even better was amazing and I was very proud of him. He was exceptional.”

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Live PGA Tour

PGA Tour Tee Times: British players to tee off in the caribbean

Matt Fitzpatricks brother, Alex, will tee off on the PGA Tour in Punta Cana. (Source: Getty)
Matt Fitzpatricks brother, Alex, will tee off on the PGA Tour in Punta Cana. (Source: Getty)

The Corales Puntacana Championship, part of the esteemed PGA Tour, is all set to tee-off at Corales Golf Course, within the Puntacana Resort & Club in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (DOM). A course with a par setting of 72, it will challenge golfers to push their limits for the $4,000,000 prize. The current title is held by Matt Wallace.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: British, Welsh, and Scottish Golfers Take the Green

Let’s dive straight into the PGA Tour Tee Times for our golfers from Great Britain. Starting with Callum Tarren from England, he will tee-off at 06:45 in round 1 alongside Adam Long and Troy Merritt, both from the USA.

Scotland’s Russell Knox is set at 07:09 for the first round alongside Alexander Noren from Sweden and Jimmy Walker of the USA.

Finally, Alex Fitzpatrick will hit off from the first tee at 08:21 in the company of Erik Compton from the USA and Raul Pereda from Mexico. For Aaron Rai, another player from England, his first-round tee time is scheduled for 12:57, along with Jason Dufner from the USA and Venezuela’s Jhonattan Vegas.

The PGA Tour Tee Times could bring surprising turnouts, especially when these top golfers contest on the course.

Player NameNationalityRound 1 Tee TimeGroup
Callum TarrenENG06:45Adam Long, Troy Merritt
Russell KnoxSCO07:09Alexander Noren, Jimmy Walker
Alex FitzpatrickENG08:21Erik Compton, Raul Pereda
Aaron RaiENG12:57Jason Dufner, Jhonattan Vegas

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PGA Tour Tee Times: US-Youngsters in Punta Cana

A lot of young US-Players are set to compete for the title on the PGA Tour in Punta Cana. (Source: Getty)
A lot of young US-Players are set to compete for the title on the PGA Tour in Punta Cana. (Source: Getty)

The eagerly awaited PGA Tour event, Corales Puntacana Championship is set to te off in the breathtaking Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course), located in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The tournament prize purse stands at an impressive $4,000,000 and players will be vying to snatch the title from the current defender, Matt Wallace. The Par 72 course is prepared to challenge and reward players over the course of the championship which is set to unfold over two rounds on Thursday and Friday.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: American Players’ Showcase

Adam Long, Troy Merritt, Jeff Overton, Sean O’Hair, and Richy Werenski will be joined by England’s Callum Tarren to kick-off the PGA Tour Tee Times at 6:45 am in round 1. Ricky Barnes, Jim Herman, Kyle Stanley, Austin Cook, and Lanto Griffin will start their game at 6:57 am along with South Korea’s Seonghyeon Kim.

Jimmy Walker, Harry Higgs, Tyson Alexander, and Samuel Stevens will tee off at 7:09 am, together with Scotland’s Russel Knox and Sweden’s Alexander Noren. The 7:21 am session comprises Billy Horschel, Chez Reavie, Sam Ryder, and Nick Hardy from the USA, Italy’s Francesco Molinari and Nicolai Højgaard from Denmark.

Joseph Bramlett and Cody Gribble will start round 2 of the PGA Tour tee times at 07:57 am with Roger Sloan from Canada. Similarly, Jonathan Byrd and Brian Stuart tee off at 08:09 am. They will be joined by MJ Daffue from South Africa, France’s Victor Perez, and South African players Garrick Higgo and Thriston Lawrence.

Finally, Erik Compton, Hayden Springer, Ryan McCormick, and Kevin Dougherty will start their rounds at 08:21 am along with Mexico’s Raul Pereda and England’s Alex Fitzpatrick.

Bill Haas, D.A. Point, Sung Kang, Andrew Landry, and Doug Ghim have their tee times scheduled for 11:45 am in round 1. Additionally, Scot Piercy, Mark Hubbard, Kevin Tway, Matthew NeSmith, and Wesley Bryan will start at 11:57 am alongside Ryan Armour.

Americans Daniel Berger, Ryan Brehm, Chad Ramey, and Ben Griffin will tee off alongside Nicolas Echavarria from Colombia and Kyoung-Hoon Lee from South Korea at the PGA Tour tee times of 12:21 pm.

Wrapping up the tee times for the first round, Jason Dufner, Ben Kohles, and Tyler Duncan will tee off at 12:57 pm. Joseph Deraney, Ryan Celano, Jacob Bridgeman, and Trace Crowe will conclude round 2 starting at 08:33 am.

Stay tuned for more updates on PGA Tour Tee Times for Corales Puntacana Championship!

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PGA Tour Tee Times: First appearance of Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler

Newly crowned Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler is making his first appearance since the win on the PGA Tour on Hilton Head Island. (Source: Getty)
Newly crowned Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler is making his first appearance since the win on the PGA Tour on Hilton Head Island. (Source: Getty)

The PGA Tour’s next stop is the RBC Heritage tournament, set to take place at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. With a total prize fund of $20,000,000, the tournament presents a great opportunity for players to ascend the leader board. The tournament, with a par rating of 71, will see golfers compete over two rounds starting on Thursday and continuing on Friday. Defending champion Matt Fitzpatrick is ready to defend his title against a strong field of competitors.

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PGA Tour Tee Times for American Players at RBC Heritage

Erik Barnes, paired with international players, is set to tee off at 08:25. Following closely is Austin Eckroat, who shares the 08:25 PGA Tour Tee Time.

Round one continues with Lee Hodges at the 08:45 PGA Tour Tee Time. Cameron Young, Tony Finau, and Adam Schenk will then step onto the course, with their first round starting at 08:55 and 09:05 respectively.

Chris Kirk emulates his American peers, starting his first round at 09:15. His second round Tee Time is awaiting confirmation. Sam Burns and Kurt Kitayama follow suit at the 09:25 PGA Tour Tee Time .

PGA Tour Tee Times for more American players, including Lucas Glover, Jordan Spieth, Scottie Scheffler and others, follow throughout round one.

PlayerRound 1 Tee Time
Erik Barnes08:25
Austin Eckroat08:25
Lucas Glover10:10
Keegan Bradley10:20
Scottie Scheffler10:30

Stay tuned for updates on the PGA Tour Tee Times of the second round PGA Tour RBC Heritage tournament.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Rory McIlroy plays with The Masters Tournament 2024 runner-up

Rory McIlroy to play the first rounds of the RBC Heritage on the PGA Tour with Ludvig Aberg. (Source: Getty)
Rory McIlroy to play the first rounds of the RBC Heritage on the PGA Tour with Ludvig Aberg. (Source: Getty)

The upcoming PGA Tour event, the RBC Heritage, will be held at Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. This significant golfing spot in the USA hosts the likes of top golfers around the world, competing for the whopping $20,000,000 prize money. The tournament, commencing with Round 1 on Thursday and followed by Round 2 on Friday, has 71 par and will see the return of last year’s champion, Matt Fitzpatrick.

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All eyes on British, Scottish, and Welsh players’ PGA Tour Tee Times

Starting with the British player, Tommy Fleetwood will begin his quest at the RBC Heritage alongside Max Homa from the USA. Their PGA Tour Tee Times are set for 10:50 in Round 1. The highlight of the first rounds is the pairing of multiple major champion Rory McIlroy and the rising star Ludvig Aberg, who finished second at the recent Masters Tournament which was his first ever Major.

NameTee Time Round 1Mitspieler
Tommy Fleetwood10:50Max Homa, USA
Justin Rose13:10Taylor Moore, USA
Matthew Fitzpatrick13:30Nick Taylor, CAN
Rory McIlroy13:40Ludvig Aberg, SWE

The competition provides a thrilling showcase of talent, and the PGA Tour Tee Times are instrumental in establishing the flow of the tournament. Stay tuned for updates on subsequent rounds for these players and more.

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Rory McIlroy: “My future is on the PGA Tour”

Rory McIlroy denies LIV rumors and commits to the PGA Tour for the rest of his career. (Source: Getty)
Rory McIlroy denies LIV rumors and commits to the PGA Tour for the rest of his career. (Source: Getty)

Rory McIlroy has been one of the absolute top stars on the PGA Tour for years. But recent rumors about a possible move to LIV Golf caused a stir in the golf world. According to a report by City AM, the four-time major winner was offered 850 million dollars (800 million euros) to join the Saudi Arabia-backed circuit. In an interview during the RBC Heritage on Hilton Head Island, McIlroy cleared up the speculation and emphasized his clear decision to remain on the PGA Tour.

Rory McIlroy commits to the PGA Tour

“I honestly don’t know how rumors like this get started,” McIlroy told Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis. “I’ve never been made an offer from LIV and I’ve never seriously considered moving to LIV. I think I’ve made it clear over the last two years that I don’t see that happening for me. That doesn’t mean I’m judging those who have gone there.” McIlroy has been critical of the league since LIV Golf’s announcement and was surprised by the proposed merger with the PGA Tour last June. But although some of his peers, such as Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, have made the move to LIV Golf, McIlroy remains steadfast in his decision to stay on the PGA Tour.

In a recent appearance on Gary Neville’s The Overlap, McIlroy called Rahm’s decision “a smart move”. But he clearly sees his own future on the PGA Tour: “I’m playing here today and next week I’ll be playing on the PGA Tour and I’ll be playing the PGA Tour for the rest of my career.” McIlroy’s solidification of his decision to stay on the PGA Tour comes at a time when his game and decisions are being closely watched. After McIlroy lost out again at Augusta and is still waiting for his career Grand Slam, the Northern Irishman will be back in action at the RBC Heritage. McIlroy will play the first two rounds with the Swede Ludvig Aberg, who finished a commanding second at the Masters.

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Equipment

TaylorMade Golf Introduces Team TaylorMade Junior Set

TaylorMade Golf Introduces the Team TaylorMade Junior Set. (Photo: TaylorMade Golf)
TaylorMade Golf Introduces the Team TaylorMade Junior Set. (Photo: TaylorMade Golf)

TaylorMade Golf introduces the Team TaylorMade Junior set, the results of extensive research and engineering by the same engineers that design equipment for Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Nelly Korda. The Team TaylorMade Junior Set is unisex and was designed to be offered in three different sets by age groups of 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12.

TaylorMade: Exclusive content from the World’s best Golfers

Team TaylorMade athletes and ambassadors created exclusive content for juniors available to those who purchase the Team TaylorMade Junior Set. Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwoodand Brooke Henderson, as well as brand ambassadors Gabby Golf Girl, Chris Trott and Grant Horvat help unlock the secrets of the game with tips, tricks and drills to help junior golfers jumpstart their golf journeys.

The Team TaylorMade Junior Set is unisex and available for three different age groups. (Photo: TaylorMade Golf)

This makes the set a blend of introductory golf content for parents looking to get their kids into the game of golf, while also being a high performing product specifically designed for different age groups.

Junior Equipment designed with a purpose

Led by a 400cc 17° Titanium driver with a large flexible face and a low Centre of Gravity (CG) designed for maximum distance and forgiveness, each club in the set is built to allow for proper fundamentals to be developed from an early age. The set has the appropriate weight, length and loft to avoid poor technique arising from having to counteract for improper equipment.

The Team TaylorMade Junior Set 1 Driver. (Photo: TaylorMade Golf)

Fairways and hybrids feature a low-profile face, ample loft and low CG to make the clubs as easy to hit as possible. Team TaylorMade Junior Set irons and wedges are both designed for high launch and playability. The irons are equipped with TaylorMade’s inverted conetechnology seen in Qi Irons featuring a flexible face and lightweight components.

The Team TaylorMade Junior Set 3 Wedge. (Photo: TaylorMade Golf)

Compared to P·Series irons at 270g, the TaylorMade Junior Set heavy 7-iron is 248g and the light 7-iron is 205g. The TaylorMade Junior Set putter measures 315g compared to the average TP Collection Blade at 350g.

The Team TaylorMade Junior Set 3 7-iron. (Photo: TaylorMade Golf)

The bag and headcover colours are blue and white with the Team TaylorMade Junior Set logo. The stand bag itself is water and stain resistant with a large ball pocket, water bottleholder and adjustable double strap to make it easy to carry.

The Team TaylorMade Junior Set 2 Bag. (Photo: TaylorMade Golf)

This text is a Press Release by TaylorMade Golf.