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European Tour

DP World Tour Tee Times: British, Welsh, and Scottish Players for Jonsson Workwear Open

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The Jonsson Workwear Open, a tournament on the prestigious European Tour, is set to commence at the Glendower Golf Club in Evendale, South Africa. Title defender, Nick Bachem, and a collection of other ambitious players will compete for a prize fund of a hefty $1,500,000 on a 72 Par golf course.

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British, Welsh, and Scottish Players European Tour Tee Times

Matthew Baldwin from England, will tee off at 06:40 in the first round and at 11:40 in the second round. Sam Bairstow from England, and Rupert Kaminski from South Africa are joining him.

Marcus Armitage from England will also enter the course at 06:40 for the first round and at 11:40 for the consecutive round. He’s joined by Ewen Ferguson from Scotland and Jayden Trey Schaper from South Africa.

Todd Clements follows at 6:50 and Dale Whitnell, together with Richie Ramsay. starts at 7:10. Daniel Brown, from another tee, begins his round at 7:10 as well. James Morrison, Ross Fisher and Marco Penge start in a 10 minute rhythm in consecutive flights from 7.50.

Coming up next, Jamie Donaldson from Wales and Andy Sullivan from England will start their round 1 at 07:20 and follow it up with round 2 at 12:20. Accompanying them on the course is Brandon Stone from South Africa.

Scores will also be keenly watched for David Law from Scotland, teeing off at 07:40 for the first round and at 12:40 for the second. Anthony Michael and MJ Viljoen, both from South Africa, are sharing the tee time.

Tom McKibbin from England starts later at 11:50, followed by Jordan Smith at 12:10. In the last flight of the first day, Englishman Will Enefer begins the tournament at 13:30.

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European Tour

DP World Tour Tee Times: Last Weeks Victor Jordan Gumberg Tees Off at Jonsson Workwear Open

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The upcoming golf tournament, Jonsson Workwear Open, part of the European Tour, is scheduled to commence with round 1 on Thursday at the Glendower Golf Club, located in Evendale, South Africa. With a price money of $1,500,000 on offer and a par of 72 on the course, the tournament is expected to attract the crème de la crème of golfing talent. The defending champion is Nick Bachem.

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Detailed Breakdown of the European Tour Tee Times for American Players

Focus shifts to the American prospect Chase Hanna, who is grouped with France’s Jeong weon Ko and Dan Erickson from the USA. The first round tee time is set at 08:00 on Thursday. Their second round commences at 13:00 on Friday.

Gunner Wiebe, another American professional on the course, is set to play with Espen Kofstad from Norway and Robson Chinhoi from Zimbabwe. Their tee times are 08:10 and 13:10 for Thursday and Friday rounds respectively.

Jordan Gumberg, last weeks winner, will be playing alongside Thriston Lawrence from South Africa and Nick Bachem from Germany. Their European Tour Tee Times have been fixed at 12:00 on Thursday and 07:00 on Friday for the first and second rounds respectively.

Johannes Veerman from the United States is grouped in the same team as Australian Jason Scrivener and South African louis Albertse. The first round of play starts at 12:30 on Thursday, while the second round starts at 07:30 on Friday.

James Nicholas also holds the American challenge in the tournament. He will compete against Hennie Otto from South Africa and Jacques Blaauw, also from South Africa. They start at 12:50 on Thursday and 07:50 on Friday.

Quick reminder, all the above tee times are recorded on local South African time. Be sure to tune in and cheer for your favorite American golfer participating in the DP World Tour’s Jonsson Workwear Open.

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LPGA Tour

LPGA Tour Tee Times: Stephanie Meadow’s Schedule for Blue Bay Tournament

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The upcoming golf tournament, Blue Bay LPGA, is set to kick off at the Jian Lake Blue Bay Golf Club in Hainan, CHN. As part of the LPGA Tour, golfers will compete for a title that current holder, Gaby Lopez, guards and a portion of the $2,200,000 prize pool. The contest will span over a Par-72 course.

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Insights Into Stephanie Meadow’s LPGA Tour Tee Times

The Northern Irish golfer, Stephanie Meadow, is scheduled to begin the inaugural round at 12:55 PM at the 10th tee of the course. Her fellow competitors for the first round are Olivia Cowan from Germany and Chinese amateur player Tong An.

Stay connected for more on the Blue Bay LPGA tournament and the LPGA Tour Tee Times.

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LPGA Tour

LPGA Tour Tee Times: Lilia Vu Tees Off at the Blue Bay LPGA

Tee Times of the Blue Bay LPGA. (Photo: Getty)
Tee Times of the Blue Bay LPGA. (Photo: Getty)

The Blue Bay LPGA tournament, part of the esteemed LPGA Tour, is taking place at the Jian Lake Blue Bay Golf Club in Hainan, China. This tournament promises to be a thrilling spectacle, attached with a prize purse of $2,200,000. The idyllic 72 par course set against the backdrop of the clear waters of Blue Bay truly provides a perfect stage for this prestigious event. Last year’s champion, Gaby Lopez, will undoubtedly be eager to defend her title.

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A Detailed Look at the LPGA Tour Tee Times

Gina Kim, representing the United States, is scheduled to start at 07:30 AM in Round 1. Kim will be playing alongside Pavarisa Yoktuan from Thailand and Matilda Castren from Finland.

Similarly, Lauren Hartlage will tee off at 07:41 AM for the first round. She will be grouped with Arpichaya Yubol from Thailand and Manlixiang Yang from China.

Among the early risers are Lucy Li and Jennifer Song, both hailing from the United States, with a tee time of 07:52 AM and 08:03 for the first round respectively.

The American player Lauren Coughlin will start at 08:14 AM. Her playing partners for both rounds will be Pernilla Lindberg from Sweden and Yan Liu from China.

Following her, Caroline Inglis will tee off at 08:25 AM. Inglis will be playing with Robyn Choi from Australia and Yue Ren from China for both rounds. Paula Creamer follows at 8:25 AM.

Further down the schedule, we find Auston Kim, Sarah Schmelzel and Kristen Gillman with tee times at 08:36 AM, 08:36 AM, and 08:58 AM respectively.

For the afternoon start, Lilia Vu and Bailey Tardy have tee times at 12:00 PM. Vu will be playing with Gaby Lopez from Mexico and Ruoning Yin from China. Lindy Duncan starts at 12:22 PM will be playing alongside Frida Kinhult from Sweden and Shuangshuang Fan from China. They will maintain the same group for the second round.

Last but not least, Gurleen Kaur is slated to tee off at 12:55 PM  and is paired with Xiang Sui from China and Mao Saigo from Japan.

Stay tuned to the Blue Bay LPGA to catch all the action. The captivating play is set to begin soon, don’t miss out!

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FedExCup: Matt Fitzpatrick is England’s Best

FedEx Cup Ranking: Matt Fitzpatrick is ranked as England's best player. (Image: Getty)
FedEx Cup Ranking: Matt Fitzpatrick is ranked as England's best player. (Image: Getty)

As the PGA Tour season progresses, numerous golfers vie for a coveted spot in the FedExCup rankings. With an array of tournaments already in the books, the latest being won by an emerging talent, all eyes are on the race for points. Leading the charge is France’s Matthieu Pavon, who currently sits atop the FedExCup rankings. Within the top 100, a contingent of five English players are also making their mark on the scene.

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Delving into the performance of English golfers, Matt Fitzpatrick and Tommy Fleetwood stand as the flag bearers for their country. Fitzpatrick, holding the 53rd rank, has participated in six events without a victory so far but remains a steady presence. Fleetwood, positioned at 58th, has demonstrated his prowess in three tournaments and has secured a Top-10 finish.

The FedExCup leaderboard showcases a diverse group of top-tier golfers. Matthieu Pavon continues his stellar season with 975 points from five events, including one victory and three Top-10 finishes. Trailing him in rank are PGA Tour stars such as Scottie Scheffler, Chris Kirk, Hideki Matsuyama, and Jake Knapp. These golfers have compiled 848, 840, 825, and 776 points each, respectively, as they battle through the season to maintain or improve their standing in this high-stakes points race.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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FedExCup Leaders: Chris Kirk challenges for America’s best

In the FedEx Cup Rankings Chris Kirk places third shortly behind Scheffler and Pavot. (Image: Getty)
In the FedEx Cup Rankings Chris Kirk places third shortly behind Scheffler and Pavot. (Image: Getty)

As the PGA Tour season progresses, several tournaments have already been completed, with the most recent event culminating in an exhilarating victory. Currently topping the FedExCup rankings, Matthieu Pavon from France maintains his lead with 975 points from five events, including three top-ten finishes and one notable victory. On the American front, Scottie Scheffler leads as the highest-ranking USA player at second position in the FedExCup, amassing 848 points with four top-ten finishes in his five PGA Tour appearances this season. Overall, the American presence is robust, with 56 players from the USA within the top 100 FedExCup rankings, signifying their dominance in the golf landscape.

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Staying on the American players, besides Scottie Scheffler at second, Chris Kirk stands out as the next best American player in the FedExCup rankings. Kirk has climbed to third position with 840 points, improving from his previous fourth place. He achieved this through consistent performances over six events, including finding victory once and securing a place in the top ten once.

Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama holds the fourth spot with 825 points from six PGA Tour events, which includes a victory and a top-ten finish. Following closely is a cohort of American players starting with Jake Knapp, who has rocketed to fifth place with 776 points fueled by three top-ten finishes and a win across six events. Wyndham Clark, in sixth, and Xander Schauffele, occupying the eighth rank, are part of this esteemed group looking to challenge for the top spot as the season unfolds.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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World Golf Ranking: Sahith Theegala and Chris Kirk with huge improvements

In the World Golf Rankings Sahith Theegala and Chris Kirk experienced the biggest changes this week. (Image: Getty)
In the World Golf Rankings Sahith Theegala and Chris Kirk experienced the biggest changes this week. (Image: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler maintains his position at the pinnacle of the World Golf Ranking, reflecting a continued strong performance in the golfing landscape. Xander Schauffele, another prominent US golfer, also holds steady, remaining fifth in the rankings.

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The latest World Golf Ranking reveals significant stability among top American golfers, with Patrick Cantlay at sixth, Wyndham Clark at seventh, and Max Homa at eighth. Brian Harman rounds out the top five US players in tenth place, adding a valuable American presence within the top echelon of global golf talent. Especially Sahith Theegala and Chris Kirk experienced a major rise in the World Golf Ranking climbing from 32nd to 21st and from 52nd to 27th place, respectively.

While the leading trio, consisting of Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland, and Spain’s Jon Rahm, remains unchanged, the competition for supremacy is ongoing. Viktor Hovland from Norway occupies the fourth slot, with the aforementioned Schauffele trailing closely behind. The remainder of the top 10 showcases England’s Matt Fitzpatrick at ninth place, Ludvig Aberg from Sweden just outside the leading group at eleventh.

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World Golf Ranking: Justin Rose experiences setback

Justin Rose experiences a minor setback in the Official World Golf Ranking. (Image: Getty)
Justin Rose experiences a minor setback in the Official World Golf Ranking. (Image: Getty)

In the latest World Golf Ranking, the top British players continue to make an impact. At the ninth position, England’s Matt Fitzpatrick holds his ground, while compatriot Tommy Fleetwood, also from England, maintains the twelfth spot. Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland, another prominent name, holds the second rank firmly with no movement from the previous week.

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Moving beyond the top two UK contestants, Tyrrell Hatton, hailing from England, is currently ranked seventeenth in the World Golf Ranking, experiencing no change from the prior week. Robert MacIntyre of Scotland also holds his ground, placing sixty-eighth this week. Englishman Justin Rose sees a slight drop to the forty-eighth position, indicating a minor setback in the rankings.

The apex of the World Golf Ranking is led by Scottie Scheffler from the USA, who retains the number one spot again this week. Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy stands at the second position, with Jon Rahm of Spain completing the top three. Within the top ten of the World Golf Ranking, Americans Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay occupy the fifth and sixth position respectively, both holding steady in their rankings. Wyndham Clark and Max Homa from the USA, remain at seventh and eighth place, with no movement from last week. Brian Harman, rounding out the top ten, is yet another American in a string of players from the USA who solidify their place at the higher end of the World Golf Ranking.

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PGA Tour

Joaquin Niemann receives Special Invitation for PGA Championship

Joaquin Niemann receives a special invitation for the PGA Championship. (Image: Getty)
Joaquin Niemann receives a special invitation for the PGA Championship. (Image: Getty)

A spokesperson for the PGA confirmed that Joaquin Niemann, currently playing on the LIV Golf Tour, has been granted a special invitation to participate in this year’s PGA Championship.

Joaquin Niemann Receives Special Invitation

As Joaquin Niemann cannot collect any world ranking points on the LIV Golf Tour, a special invitation of this kind is required for the Chilean to secure his participation. Only players in the top 100 of the world rankings are usually invited to the PGA Championship. Although Joaquin Niemann is currently ranked 72nd in the world, he is in danger of falling out of the world’s top 100 by May. This is despite the fact that he has won two LIV Golf League events this season, including last week in Saudi Arabia. Niemann was also successful at the ISPS Handa Australian Open at the start of the current DP World Tour season and finished third at the International Series in Oman.

Not the First Special Invitation

Such special permission to take part in a tournament is not an isolated case, as it is often at the discretion of the major organisers who they invite to take part in the tournament. Last year, eight players from LIV Golf received such an invitation. Niemann himself already received special permission to take part in the Masters at Augusta National a fortnight ago. With the invitation for the PGA Championship, the 25-year-old is now qualified for three of the four Major tournaments this year. The PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club takes place from 16 to 19 May in Louisville, Kentucky.

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Equipment

Arccos Announces Exclusive Partnership with ‘Stats Genius’ Edoardo Molinari to Expand Golf’s Most Powerful and Intuitive Analytics Platform

Arccos announces their partnership with DP World Tour player Edoardo Molinari. (Photo: Getty)
Arccos announces their partnership with DP World Tour player Edoardo Molinari. (Photo: Getty)

Arccos – the leader in connected A.I. golf products and the Official Game Tracker of the PGA TOUR – today announced an exclusive partnership that will see Edoardo Molinari, a DP World Tour player and Analytics advisor for more than 35 top professionals including Matthew Fitzpatrick (U.S. Open champion), Viktor Hovland (FedExCup champion), Nelly Korda (Women’s PGA Championship winner) and the European Ryder Cup Team, become Arccos’ Chief Data Strategist & Lead Tour Ambassador to help expand the game’s most powerful and intuitive analytics platform.

In his new role, Molinari will become an investor in Arccos and his StatisticGolf service will be renamed Arccos Pro Insights as he continues working with top-ranked players worldwide. Molinari will also leverage the Arccos system – which was recently approved for use on the PGA TOUR – to seamlessly capture his personal shot data during competitions and practice rounds. He will showcase the Arccos logo on his apparel, promoting the company’s mission to empower golfers at every level with datadriven insights.

“I’m very impressed with the Arccos game tracking system as it is delivering tremendous benefits to so many players around the world,” said Molinari. “It’s the perfect complement to the platform I’ve built for the game’s most elite pros. Joining forces with Sal Syed and his team of amazing data scientists, analysts, engineers and designers, will make an immediate impact. I know we’re poised to pioneer groundbreaking advancements in analytics, helping every golfer become smarter about practice, preparation, and on-course decision-making.”

Recently named European Ryder Cup Team Vice Captain for the second time, Molinari has frequently been called a “stats genius” by tour stars and golf media. As a player, Molinari won the 2005 U.S. Amateur Championship, claimed three DP World Tour titles, was on the winning 2010 Ryder Cup team and reached #14 on the Official World Golf Ranking.

A graduate of a five-year engineering program at the Polytechnic University of Turin, the 42-year-old Italian began recording and analyzing his own stats in 2003. During golf’s COVID-19 hiatus, Molinari conceived and launched StatisticGolf, which quickly became the most used and trusted analytics platform on professional tours. In 3 years, his clients have captured 27 worldwide wins including: US Open, Ryder Cup, FedExCup, and DP World Tour Championship.

“The sophistication of what Edoardo has built surpasses anything that I’ve seen in the field of golf analytics,” said Sal Syed, Arccos CEO & Co-Founder. “Edoardo is not only brilliant with data, he has the perspective that comes from being one of the world’s best players. That combination is totally unique and a big reason why major champions and Ryder Cup winners give so much credit to his work. By pairing Edoardo’s approach with what we’ve built at Arccos, we’ll redefine analytics, to perfectly address the needs of pro golfers, as well as elite amateurs, junior golfers and recreational players.”

Golf’s #1 game tracker, Arccos has built the game’s largest on-course dataset. Today that includes almost 900 million shots and over 1.5 trillion data points recorded during 18 million rounds by Arccos members. The system, which consists of a lightweight smart sensor in each club grip that pairs with a mobile app, has long been trusted by amateurs and elite players worldwide.

Arccos recently launched Link Pro, a revolutionary device that tracks a player’s shots automatically without a phone and works inside a player’s front pocket to seamlessly capture on-course data. Ideal for use in professional competitions, Link Pro is the size of a car key fob and comes standard with a wireless charging case that provides up to 12 rounds on a single charge.

Late last year, Arccos announced a strategic fundraising round featuring several of golf’s biggest brands and most impactful businesses, headlined by the PGA TOUR alongside PING, Inc., TaylorMade Golf Company, Cobra PUMA Golf and Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. (NYSE: MODG), among others. The company’s focus: fully leverage and accelerate the growth of the game’s largest data set to help the entire golf ecosystem by allowing players, coaches, club fitters and product designers make smarter decisions that are based on real performance data.

About Arccos Golf LLC

Arccos Golf LLC is revolutionizing the game tracking experience by integrating Artificial Intelligence with real-time on-course data to deliver unparalleled insights that help players maximize their potential. Listed among the “World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fast Company, Arccos boasts the golf industry’s richest data set. Its official partners include PGA TOUR, PING, Cobra PUMA Golf, TaylorMade, Srixon-Cleveland Golf, Club Champion, EA Sports and Golf Digest.

For more information, please visit: www.arccosgolf.com.