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Alongside Michael Jordan: How Justin Thomas got his first car of his own

Justin Thomas in "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert". (Foto: Youtube/@The Late Show with Stephen Colbert)
Justin Thomas in "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert". (Foto: Youtube/@The Late Show with Stephen Colbert)

Justin Thomas was recently a guest on Stephen Colbert’s ” The Late Show” and chatted about his appearance in the second season of the Netflix series “Full Swing” and his love of the Ryder Cup. He also explained how he ended up on the golf course alongside basketball legend Michael Jordan at the age of 15.

Justin Thomas: At the age of 15 at Michael Jordan’s side

Through a mutual friend, Michael Jordan ended up playing golf for several years in a row at the golf club in Kentucky where Justin Thomas’ father Mike was head coach. Justin Thomas himself initially had the task of accompanying the golfers as a caddie – until he was allowed to swing a club in the flight himself at the age of 15. He was allowed to play seven holes in a team with Michael Jordan, surprised everyone, holed out four times for birdies and won a lot of money. The money with which he was subsequently able to finance his first car. Watch the video for the whole story:

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Watch: European Tour highlights from round 1 of the Hero Indian Open

The three leaders after Round 1 (Photo: Getty)
The three leaders after Round 1 (Photo: Getty)

The European Tour has once again delivered an exhilarating round of golf in the Hero Indian Open, which is held at the DLF Golf & Country Club in New Delhi, India. Gathering some of the world’s finest athletes, the $2,250,000 tournament is well underway with the conclusion of round 1.

At the top of the leaderboard, we have three players tied for first place. Joost Luiten from the Netherlands, Matteo Manassero from Italy and Japan’s Keita Nakajima all boast the same total score of -7. In joint fourth place, the competition continues with Sam Bairstow from England, Romain Langasque from France, and Jordan Smith, also from England, each with a total score of -6.

As we eagerly anticipate the subsequent rounds, everyone can enjoy a compilation of the Hero Indian Open highlights and the European Tour highlights showcasing the greatest moments of the tournament so far.

Remember, the conclusion of a golf tournament comes after four rounds – so while we stand at the end of round 1, more gripping golf remains to be played on the European Tour. Stay tuned!

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Hero Indian Open: The European Tour round 2 highlights

About the European Tour

The DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour) is the largest European professional golf tour. With 45 events, the tour’s tournament calendar is packed with highlights. In addition to the majors, the DP World Tour organizes other co-sanctioned events with the PGA Tour. The European tour is also a guest in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, hosting at least one tournament in a total of 25 countries. The prize money on the DP World Tour is lower than on its American sister tour, but with the basic salary introduced in 2023, players who have played at least 15 tournaments will receive at least 150,000 dollars. The season finale of the overall earnings ranking, the “Race to Dubai“, will be held in a play-off format after five “Global Swings” and the “Back 9”. The final DP World Tour Championship will determine the winner of the season in Dubai in November.

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Will Rory McIlroy Play the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth?

Rory McIlroy will tee it up at the DP Word Tours BMW PGA Championship. (Photo: Getty)
Rory McIlroy will tee it up at the DP Word Tours BMW PGA Championship. (Photo: Getty)

Rory McIlroy will once again tee it up at the BMW PGA Championship from September 17-22 2024, and tickets to see the four-time Major winner at Wentworth Club are on sale here.

The reigning Race to Dubai champion opened his 2024 season with a successful Rolex Series title defence in Dubai, and the Northern Irishman is aiming to further enhance his impressive BMW PGA Championship record.

Rory McIlroy at the BMW PGA Championship 2024

With a victory in 2014 and five further top tens – including two runner-up finishes – to his name, the World Number Two will join fellow past champions Ryan Fox, Shane Lowry and Billy Horschel at the iconic Surrey venue this September.

Following a final round 65 to finish in a share of seventh place last season, the 34-year-old went on to inspire Team Europe to a famous 16.5 – 11.5 victory over Team USA at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, delivering four from a possible five points.

McIlroy then ended the year on top of the Race to Dubai Rankings in Partnership with Rolex for the fifth time to once again be crowned European Number One.

See Rory McIlroys stats and WITB here

Rory McIlroy: “I’ve always enjoyed playing at the BMW PGA Championship”

“I’ve always enjoyed playing at the BMW PGA Championship, and I’ve had some great results round the West Course in the past,” said the four-time Major Champion. “Wentworth is a place where I would like to add another title.”

The BMW PGA Championship Festival of Golf takes place just outside central London, attracting more than 100,000 spectators each year, with the world class action inside the ropes set to be complemented by live entertainment on the Showstage, and an unrivalled atmosphere in the vibrant Spectator Village.

The G4D TOUR @ BMW PGA Championship will take place at the start of the week, with some of the best golfers with a disability competing for the penultimate G4D Tour title on the iconic West Course on Monday September 16 and Tuesday September 17.


That is followed by the star-studded Wednesday Celebrity Pro-Am which will bring together global celebrities with some of golf’s most famous players in a fun-filled curtain raiser to the main event, the BMW PGA Championship, which tees off on Thursday September 19.

The Rolex Series tournament assumes a key position on the DP World Tour’s 2024 Global Schedule as part of the ‘Back 9’, encompassing nine of the Tour’s most historic tournaments and national opens, running from August to October. It gives members their final opportunities to secure their playing rights for 2025 and also advance to the season-ending ‘DP World Tour Play-Offs’.

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“Happy Gilmore 2”: Paige Spiranac as part of the cast?

Adam Sandler plans "Happy Gilmore 2". Will Paige Spirinac be part of the cast? (Photo: Getty)
Adam Sandler plans "Happy Gilmore 2". Will Paige Spirinac be part of the cast? (Photo: Getty)

The legend lives on: it seems that there will soon be a sequel to the 1996 comedy “Happy Gilmore” – “Happy Gilmore 2”. Producer and leading actor Adam Sandler is working on a second version of the film, as Christopher McDonald aka Shooter McGavin revealed. The hearts of “Happy Gilmore” fans are beating faster at this news and the first wish casts are spreading on the Internet. Definitely set, according to social media users: Instagram star Paige Spiranac in the role of the “Public Relations Lady”.

Paige Spiranac seems to be made for the role

Back in 2021, Adam Sandler had already hinted that he would like to see a sequel to the comedy. Now it seems to be getting serious, as McDonald reported. “I saw Adam about two weeks ago, and he says, ‘McDonald, you’re gonna love this. He shows me the first draft of Happy Gilmore 2,” the actor said in an interview in Cleveland, “He did show me that, and I thought, ‘Wow, that would be awesome.’ So it’s in the works. Fans, demand it, damnit!”

Since the news has been doing the rounds on the internet, fans have already been fantasizing about a possible cast: alongside Will Zalatoris and Tiger Woods, they also want to see Paige Spiranac. The 30-year-old used to play professional golf but has been concentrating on golf training and social media since 2017 for health reasons. She regularly shares photos and videos from her life and the golf course with her 4 million followers on Instagram.

She recently posted a photo of herself on Twitter, which she originally took in 2022, in which she sees herself in the role of the “public relations lady”. With the words “I was born ready”, she agrees with the fans’ suggestion. Will we see Spiranac on Netflix soon?

This is “Happy Gilmore”

The 1996 film comedy is about Happy Gilmore (Adam Sandler), a clumsy but talented ice hockey player who decides to use his talent on the golf course to earn money. In the process, he gets into numerous absurd and comical situations as he struggles through the world of professional golf. The film is known for its quirky humor and over-the-top golf tournaments, as well as the unconventional way the main character approaches the sport.

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Greetings for Bernhard Langer from fellow tour players

Greetings for the injured Bernhard Langer fromm fellow tour players. (Source: Getty)
Greetings for the injured Bernhard Langer fromm fellow tour players. (Source: Getty)

Bernhard Langer, who is the oldest player on the PGA Tour Champions and therefore get’s calles “Dad” by his fellow tour players, got injured in February. Now his friends on the tour send their best wishes to “Dad”.

Recovery wishes for Bernhard Langer

Fred Couples. Padraig Harrington, Ernie Els and Steve Stricker have contacted their friend bernhard langer via video message. They sent the video from Newport Beach, where Langer has won before. “Hopefully you’re on the couch relaxing, I know that’s where I would be”, said Fred Couples and hopes to see Langer back in action soon. Padraig Harrington said he would look up to him and what he does. “Everybody’s learning from you and we miss you out here”, says the Ire. Furthermore Ernie Els sent his best wishes to Langer wishing him a speedy recovery. Last but not least Steve Stricker had a message for “Dad”: “Hi Dad, we sure miss you out here, but I have one question for you. What do you miss the most about being out here on the Champions Tour?” Langer is still due to answer that question. But as the keen golfer he is, Langer probably misses everything what playing professional golf is about.

Achilles Tendon Rupture in February

In February the exceptional German golfer ruptured his Achilles tendon during a training session in Boca Raton, Florida. Following his injury, he underwent surgery directly in Miami. According to sports physician Dr. Tino Lorenz, surgery for an Achilles tendon rupture is one of the more complicated procedures and requires a recovery period of three to six months. Although the downtime for professional athletes can be reduced through improved rehabilitation conditions, it remains questionable whether Bernhard Langer will return to the course one last time on the DP World Tour on his farewell tour. The BMW International Open will take place in Munich at the beginning of July. A full recovery by then seems quite realistic.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Harry Hall to kick it off for the Brits

PGA Tour Tee Times: Harry Hall is the first British golfer to tee off at the Houston Open 2024. (Source: Getty)
PGA Tour Tee Times: Harry Hall is the first British golfer to tee off at the Houston Open 2024. (Source: Getty)

The PGA Tour marks its next stop with the prestigious Texas Children’s Houston Open taking place in the thriving city of Houston, Texas. The tournament will be held at the renowned Memorial Park Golf Course, an esteemed venue known for its challenging par 70 layout. This year’s showdown is fighting for a prize pool of $9,100,000, with defending champion, Tony Finau, looking to secure another win.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: A closer look at the schedules of British, Welsh and Scottish players

Harry Hall from England will commence round one alongside Ryan Fox from New Zealand and Taylor Mongomery from the USA at 07:31. The first round trio will subsequently kick-off the second round at 12:31.

Aaron Rai, representing England, will launch the competition at 07:42, sharing the tee with Chesson Hadley from the USA and Cameron Davis from Australia. They are slated to begin the second round at 12:42.

English player, Matt Wallace, is pegged to start his first round at 08:15 with Brandt Snedeker and Gary Woodland, both from the USA. Their second round is scheduled for 13:15.

Martin Laird from Scotland will strike off at 08:26, alongside Matthew NeSmith and Austin Cook, both from the USA. They will return to the greens for their second round at 13:26.

David Skinns, the second English player, will step into the tournament at 09:10. Accompanying him for the first round are Tom Whitney from the USA and Sam Bennett from the USA. Their second round will start off on Friday at 14:10.

England’s Ben Taylor is set to start his round at 12:20 with William Cauley from the USA and David Lipsky from the USA. Their second round begins at an early 07:20.

Callum Tarren, hailing from England, is scheduled to commence the first round at 12:42. Sharing the tee with him are Ryan Moore and Patton Kizzire from the USA. Tarren, Moore, and Kizzire will begin their second round bright and early at 07:42.

Robert MacIntyre from Scotland will be teeing off at 14:10. Accompanying him in the first round are Rafael Campos from Puerto Rico and Raul Pereda from Mexico, with their second round commencing at 09:10.

Callum McNeill from Scotland is slated to start at 14:21 and will be playing alongside Chan Kim from the USA and Emilio Gonzalez from Mexico. Their second round is listed to start at 09:21.

An array of talent from Great Britain is ready to grace the greens of the Houston Open with their performances. Be sure to keep an eye on the PGA Tour Tee Times to catch all the action!

(All times are local times for Texas)

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Phil Mickelson: Brother Tim announces retirement as caddie

Tim Mickelson, Phil Mickelson's brother, is stepping down from his big brother's bag after eight years. (Source: Getty)
Tim Mickelson, Phil Mickelson's brother, is stepping down from his big brother's bag after eight years. (Source: Getty)

Phil Mickelson, six-time major winner and current LIV golfer, has to look for a new caddie. After an eight-year era at the 53-year-old’s bag, Phil’s brother Tim announced his retirement from active caddie duties on March 26.

Tim Mickelson no longer caddies for brother Phil

Phil Mickelson shared the news on social media, paying tribute to his brother for the many great experiences they had together. In a post on social media, Mickelson expressed his gratitude for their time together and emphasized how special it was for him to be able to share these successes with his brother. “There have been many great moments in my career, and to be able to share them with my brother Tim was overwhelming,” Mickelson wrote. “I’ve been fortunate to have him by my side as my caddie for the last eight years and to know him as my brother for life. So much has changed since he was single and we worked together. He has found his life partner, Maranda, they have had their second son and hopefully their family will continue to grow. Even though Tim is retiring from being a caddie, I will always remember the many great moments on the golf course and look forward to many more special moments off the course.”

Tim Mickelson, who is now 46, took over the role as his brother’s caddie two years after he stepped down as head coach of the men’s golf team at Arizona State University. During his time as his brother’s caddie, Tim was instrumental in helping Phil Mickelson win three PGA Tour titles, including the 2021 PGA Championship, which gave Mickelson his sixth major title and the record as the oldest major winner of all time.

Has Phil Mickelson already found a new caddie?

As for the succession on Mickelson’s bag, Golfweek reported that Jon Yarbrough, who caddied for Scott Stallings for nearly a decade, would start alongside Mickelson next week at the LIV Golf event at Trump Doral in Florida. Stallings confirmed that Yarbrough was no longer working with him, saying in a post on social media Tuesday directed at Yarbrough: “You made me better as a player inside the ropes and as a man outside the ropes. Thank you for everything.”

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Scottie Scheffler and his wife: A highschool love story

Scottie Scheffler married his highschool sweetheart Meredith in 2020. (Source: Instagram @scottie.scheffler)
Scottie Scheffler married his highschool sweetheart Meredith in 2020. (Source: Instagram @scottie.scheffler)

Scottie Scheffler, the renowned golf champion, is not just celebrated for his prowess on the golf course but also for his enduring love story with his wife, Meredith Scudder.

Scottie Scheffler and his wife: Highschool sweethearts…

Their journey began at Highland Park High School in Dallas, where their paths crossed during their freshman year. Although it took until their senior year for romance to blossom, their bond endured even as they pursued higher education at rival colleges, with Meredith attending Texas A&M and Scottie at the University of Texas.

Meredith, initially unaware of Scottie’s golfing talents, was astounded when she saw him featured in a commercial for a major tournament. This revelation marked a turning point in her understanding of his dedication and skill in the sport.

…turned lifetime partners

Their wedding in December 2020 was a testament to their enduring love, complete with a winter wonderland-themed celebration surrounded by family and friends. Since then, they have celebrated milestones together, including Scottie’s numerous victories on the golf course.

Beyond the fairways, faith plays a central role in their marriage, with both Scottie and Meredith leaning on their Christian beliefs for strength and guidance. Their shared values extend to their involvement in philanthropic endeavors, including supporting organizations like Behind Every Door, which provides opportunities for underprivileged youth in their community.

Scottie Scheffler: A golf phenomenon

Scottie Scheffler’s achievements in golf are nothing short of remarkable. From his early days as a standout high school athlete to his rise as a professional golfer, Scheffler has consistently showcased his talent and determination on the course. With multiple PGA Tour victories, including prestigious titles like the US Masters and back- to-back The Players Championship, Scheffler has cemented his status as one of the sport’s elite players. Despite Meredith’s initial unfamiliarity with golf, she has embraced Scottie’s passion for the sport, even stepping in as his caddie on occasion.

Scottie Scheffler and his wife Meredith ath the Par 3 Contest at the US Masters. (Source: Getty)

Beyond golf, Scheffler’s love for pickleball is a testament to his passion for sports and competition. In August 2023, he became an investor in the Texas Ranchers, a pickleball team, demonstrating his enthusiasm for the game.

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DP World Tour Tee Times Unveiled for American Players at Hero Indian Open

Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)
Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)

The European Tour continues with the highly anticipated Hero Indian Open taking place at the DLF Golf & Country Club in Gurugram, Haryana, India. The pot for this year’s prize is a whopping US$2,250,000. The course, famous for its challenging Par-72, honours last year’s champion Marcel Siem.

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DP World Tour Tee Times for American Players

Johannes Veerman, an accomplished player from the USA, is slated to tee off at 07:05 for Round 1 on Thursday and his Round 2 teetime comes earlier at Johannesburg, at 11:55. He will be joined by James Morrison from England and Angel Hidalgo, a talented golfer hailing from Spain.

Chase Hanna, also representing the USA, shares his tee times with golfer Oliver Bekker from South Africa and Sweden’s golfer Adam Blomme. Their starts are scheduled at 07:45 for Round 1 and 12:35 for Round 2.

James Nicholas, another promising American talent, is paired with Garrick Porteous from England and India’s local favourite Khalin Joshi. They will start at 08:15 for the opening round and 13:05 for the second.

Player Name Nationality Round 1 Tee Time Round 2 Tee Time Mitspieler
Johannes Veerman USA 07:05 11:55 James Morrison (ENG), Angel Hidalgo (ESP)
Chase Hanna USA 07:45 12:35 Oliver Bekker (RSA), Adam Blomme (SWE)
James Nicholas USA 08:15 13:05 Garrick Porteous (ENG), Khalin Joshi (IND)

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With these DP World Tour Tee Times, the American golfers are in for an exciting game against an international line-up of top golfers. Stay tuned to keep up-to-date with the latest from the Hero Indian Open.

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British, Welsh and Scottish Player Tee Times for Upcoming DP World Tour at Hero Indian Open

Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)
Hero Indian Open 2024 in New Delhi. (Photo: Getty)

The European Tour is soon to tee off at the welcoming DLF Golf & Country Club in Gurugram, Haryana, India, for the Hero Indian Open. The par-72 course will play host to the competition. A stunning US$2,250,000 prize fund is at stake, with Marcel Siem, the current title defender, set to stake his claim.

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Hero Indian Open: European Tour Tee Times for British, Welsh and Scottish Golfers

Alex Fitzpatrick, an English player, will start the first day of the Hero Indian Open tournament at 7:00 a.m., alongside Shiv Kapur from India and Rafa Cabrera-Bello from Spain. The second round will commence for this group at 11:50 a.m.

James Morrison, also representing England, will embark on the first round at 7:05 a.m. with Angel Hidalgo from Spain and Johannes Veerman from the USA, and is scheduled for the second round at 11:55 a.m.

English player Andy Sullivan will demonstrate his skills at 7:10 a.m. in the first round alongside Ewen Ferguson from Scotland and Maximilian Kieffer from Germany. Their second round is expected to commence at noon.

Marco Penge, from England, will tee off later in the first round at 7:15 a.m., playing with Marcus Kinhult from Sweden and Lukas Nemecz from Austria. The second round for this group will commence at 12:05 p.m.

The English golfer John Parry is scheduled to tee off at 7:20 a.m. in the first round with Sam Bairstow of England and Daniel Hillier from New Zealand. For the second round, they will start at 12:10 p.m.

Jack Davidson, representing Wales, is scheduled to begin his first round at 11:20 a.m. alongside Andrew Wilson from England and Vinamra Anand. Their second round is set to begin at 6:30 a.m.

Stuart Manley, another Welsh player, will start his first round later at 11:35 a.m., playing the course with Nicolai von Dellingshausen from Germany and Jairaj Singh Sandhu. Their tee time for the second round is set for 6:45 a.m.

Remaining tee times for the British, Welsh and Scottish players are as follows for the first and second rounds at the Hero Indian Open:

English Players:

Matthew Southgate: 11:50 a.m./7:00 a.m.

Matthew Baldwin: 12:00 p.m./7:10 a.m.

Richard Mansell: 12:15 p.m./7:25 a.m.

Tom Lewis: 8:10 a.m./1:00 p.m.

Garrick Porteous: 8:15 a.m./1:05 p.m.

Will Enefer: 12:45 p.m./7:55 a.m.

Joseph Dean: 8:20 a.m./1:10 p.m.

Scottish Players:

Calum Hill: 11:50 a.m./7:00 a.m.

Ewen Ferguson: 7:10 a.m./12:00 p.m.

Stephen Gallacher: 11:55 a.m./7:05 a.m.

Grant Forrest: 8:00 p.m./12:50 p.m.

This DP World Tour’s Hero Indian Open promises to be a tournament of high stakes and excellent golf, replete with a display of skills, strategy, and sportsmanship.

We wish all players good luck on the greens and fairways of the DLF Golf & Country Club, and especially so, our British, Welsh and Scottish participants. Your fans are eagerly awaiting your shots and swings in this big golf showdown of the year.

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