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Scottie Scheffler Battling Back Tightness in First Round of the BMW Championship

Scottie Scheffler on the 17th hole of Castle Pines GC. First Round of the BMW Championship. (Image: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler on the 17th hole of Castle Pines GC. First Round of the BMW Championship. (Image: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler dealt with back problems during the first round of the BMW Championship on the PGA Tour. After a high draw on the Par-5 17th, Scheffler grabbed his back seemingly in pain. In the post-round interview, the Masters champion spoke about the back issues.

Scottie Scheffler: “I was laboring most of the day to get through the ball”

“With it [back] being a little bit tight, it was hard for me to get through it, and I was laboring most of the day to get through the ball. On 17 I was trying to hit a high draw, and that’s a shot where I’ve really got to use a big turn, big motion. Really just felt it a little bit. But other than that, all good. Maybe I hit a few too many balls yesterday or something. It was just a little sore. I’m sure I’ll get some ice on it and stuff and I’ll be totally fine tomorrow.”

Bad ball-striking perfomance from Scheffler

Scottie Scheffler leads the Strokes Gained: Tee-to-Green for the season. In the first round of the BMW Championship though, he lost strokes to the field in SG: Tee-to-Green. This time his putting, which is normally Schefflers weak spot, saved his round. He holed over 100 feet of putts.

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Discover Pra’ delle Torry Golf Caorle: Sea Views and Unique Challenges

Image: Pra' Delle Torri Golf Caorle
Image: Pra' Delle Torri Golf Caorle

Pra’ delle Torry Golf Caorle is located in Caorle, Italy. This golf course is situated by the sea and offers a unique experience for its visitors. The setting by the seaside provides opportunities for spectacular views and a distinctive atmosphere for golfers.

The golf course is designed with various features that cater to intermediate players. One of the notable elements is the Par 3 hole that offers a sea view. This hole provides a scenic backdrop, making it an attractive spot within the facility.

Panoramic View and Lake-Green Highlight

Additionally, Pra’ delle Torry Golf Caorle includes a Par 3 hole with a green located in the middle of a lake. This feature adds a level of challenge for players, requiring precise shots to ensure the ball reaches its target. It offers a unique golfing experience, blending water elements with the course design.

For those interested in visiting, the golf course provides weekly offers which can be accessed through their website. This allows potential visitors to find promotional deals and updates on available services. The course’s online presence ensures that information is readily available for those planning their visit.

In summary, Pra’ delle Torry Golf Caorle in Caorle, Italy, presents an appealing option for intermediate golfers with its seaside location and distinctive course features. The availability of weekly offers through their website adds convenience for visitors looking to plan their golfing experience.

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Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 1 of the BMW Championship

OLYMPIA FIELDS, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 18: Keegan Bradley of the United States plays a shot from the fourth tee during the second round of the BMW Championship at Olympia Fields Country Club on August 18, 2023 in Olympia Fields, Illinois. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

The BMW Championship, part of the PGA Tour, is currently taking place at Castle Pines Golf Club in Castle Rock, Colorado, USA. The tournament, featuring a total prize money of $20,000,000, is in its fourth and final round.

Leading the leaderboard is Keegan Bradley from the USA, with a total score of 66. Following closely in second place is Hideki Matsuyama from Japan with a total score of 67. Tied in third place are Sungjae Im from South Korea, Alexander Noren from Sweden, Adam Scott from Australia, and Corey Conners from Canada, each with a total score of 68.

On the final day, the best rounds were played by Keegan Bradley with a daily score of -6, Hideki Matsuyama with a daily score of -5, and Sungjae Im, Alexander Noren, Adam Scott, and Corey Conners, each with a daily score of -4.

The highlight video of this final round features significant moments and performances from the BMW Championship. For those interested in PGA Tour Highlights, the video provides a comprehensive glimpse into the top plays and crucial shots from the tournament.

This article focuses on the key moments and players from the BMW Championship, reflecting the current status and performances in the tournament’s final stages. Keep an eye out for more BMW Championship Highlights and other PGA Tour Highlights as the tournament concludes.

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BMW Championship: The PGA Tour round 1 highlights

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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Watch: European Tour highlights from round 1 of the Danish Golf Championship

NORTH BERWICK, SCOTLAND - JULY 13: Rasmus Hojgaard of Denmark tees off on the second hole during day three of the Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club on July 13, 2024 in North Berwick, Scotland. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

The Danish Golf Championship, part of the European Tour, is currently taking place at the Lübker Golf Resort in Aarhus, Denmark. The tournament has reached its final round, and the leaderboard provides a clear view of the top performers.

Rasmus Højgaard from Denmark leads the tournament with a total score (TTP) of 65, placing him at the top (POS=1). Tied for the second position (T2) with a total score of 67 are Sam Jones, Jannik De Bruyn from Germany, and Frederic Lacroix from France. John Parry from England, Rafa Cabrera-Bello from Spain, Adrien Saddier from France, Brandon Robinson-Thompson from England, Joseph Dean from England, and several others share the fifth position (T5) with a total score of 68.

Focusing on the best rounds of the day, Rasmus Højgaard, with a daily score of -6, Sam Jones, with a daily score of -4, and Jannik De Bruyn, also with a daily score of -4, have recorded the top performances in this round.

The total prize money for the tournament is set, contributing to the stakes for all participants. A video is available that includes a compilation of the Danish Golf Championship Highlights from this final round.

In summary, the Danish Golf Championship at Lübker Golf Resort has delivered notable performances, with Rasmus Højgaard leading, followed closely by Sam Jones, Jannik De Bruyn, and Frederic Lacroix. The tournament’s final round showcases the best daily scores and highlights, capturing significant moments from the European Tour Highlights.

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Danish Golf Championship: The European Tour round 1 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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Under Armour Achieves Landmark – Number 1 Selling Shoe in UK Golf

The Under Armour HOVR Fade 2 Golf Shoe. (Image: Under Armour)
The Under Armour HOVR Fade 2 Golf Shoe. (Image: Under Armour)

Under Armour’s HOVR Fade 2 SL has become the Number 1 Selling Shoe in Men’s UK Golf for 2024 (according to Golf Datatech Retail Audits January 2024 – July 2024) after an incredible month of unit sales in July saw it outstrip the next top-selling model in the market by nearly 2 to 1. 

Under Armour with New Highligh Golf Shoe in HOVR Franchise

Offering golfers performance and comfort in a lightweight package, the HOVR Fade franchise has been developed and improved upon since it first came to market in 2020, whilst maintaining an incredible price-to-value relationship for retailers and consumers alike. 

For the period January-July 2024, the brand has seen its footwear sales accelerate rapidly in the on and off course channel, cementing itself as an even more dominant Number 2 in the UK Golf Footwear market with a share now standing at 21.5% in units sold.

In the off-course market for January-July 2024, Under Armour now sits clear as the Number 1 Golf Footwear Brand in the UK with 27.5% in unit share, 20% more than its nearest competitor.

For 2025, Under Armour continues to develop the Fade franchise with an all-new Drive Fade, that has been receiving incredible feedback from retailers during the SS25 Footwear pre-book period.

These industry-leading results follow hot on the heels of the brand’s official launch of ‘Footwear Optimisation’ – in collaboration with Stoke Park and Biomecaswing. This unique process was designed to offer golfers the pinnacle of performance through the re-invention of how footwear can be ‘custom fitted’ to an individual through the use of AI driven athlete tracking software.

Commenting on the latest Under Armour news, Richard Palmer-Jones (Under Armour Golf UK) said: “To achieve the milestone of No.1 selling shoe in UK Golf is truly a magical moment for the UA brand. The consumer decides the fate of any brand and to see them choose Under Armour ahead of any other brand for their favourite shoe illustrates the trust and affection with which the UK Golfer increasingly holds the Under Armour brand.

“We started the Fade Franchise journey back in 2018 through a European specific footwear development brief designed to speak to the golfer in this specific market – the success of the franchise has propelled us to the position of No.2 in the overall market and Year-on-Year unit sales growth of over 19% within an increasingly depressed market.

“Our thanks go to our amazing retail partners for their faith in our ability to build a better product that delivers an enhanced consumer experience – we remain truly excited by where we can take the Under Armour footwear category in the future.”

In the latest market share data published by Golf Datatech, the HOVR Fade 2 SL had a 9% share by units sold in the Men’s Golf UK On and Off-course combined market for the month of July, with the nearest competitor at 4.6%, according to Golf Datatech Retail Audits July 2024.

Text: Under Armour

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Prize Fund Announced for the AIG Women’s Open

The prize fund for the AIG Women’s Open, which is being played this week at the Old Course, St Andrews will be $9.5 million. (Source: The R&A)

The prize fund for the AIG Women’s Open, which is being played this week at the Old Course from 21-25 August 2024, St Andrews will be $9.5 million, an increase of $500,000 on the previous year.

First established in 1976 and now owned by The R&A, the AIG Women’s Open is one of five major championships in women’s golf. The Championship is the showpiece for The R&A’s commitment to growing women and girls’ golf via the Women in Golf Charter, and aims to champion the changing face of women’s golf; to inspire, engage and provoke in order to challenge perceptions that will shape the future of the sport. Each year 144 players compete for the championship trophy with the low amateur, who plays 72 holes, awarded the Smyth Salver. 

The prize fund for the championship has tripled since before The R&A’s partnership with AIG began in 2019. This year the Champion will take home $1,425,000, the highest amount in the AIG Women’s Open’s 48-year history.

The growth in the AIG Women’s Open prize fund

  • 2024 – $9.5 million
  • 2023 – $9 million
  • 2022 – $7.3 million
  • 2021 – $5.8 million
  • 2020 – $4.5 million
  • 2019 – $4.5 million (beginning of The R&A and AIG partnership)
  • 2018 – $3.25 million

Martin Slumbers, CEO of The R&A, said, “With the outstanding backing we have received from AIG as our title sponsor we have been able to achieve a step change and take this Championship to new levels. We greatly appreciate AIG’s support and are proud that they share our goal to elevate the AIG Women’s Open still further and ensure it remains at the pinnacle of the women’s game. The increased prize fund and our enhancements to the staging and the spectator experience this year reflect our shared commitment to making the AIG Women’s Open a world class championship for players and fans alike.”

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Albret Golf Experience in Barbaste: Play, Learn, and Enjoy Evening Concerts

Golf and music at Albret Golf Experience. (Source: Albret Golf Experience)
Golf and music at Albret Golf Experience. (Source: Albret Golf Experience)

The Albret Golf Experience is located in Barbaste, France. Situated in the heart of the picturesque French countryside, this golf course offers an experience that harmonizes with the natural landscape. The golf course provides a warm welcome from its enthusiastic team.

The course is designed to be user-friendly, encouraging players to adopt a simple strategy: aim for the center of the greens. This advice is geared towards making the game accessible to golfers of all skill levels. The course features 18 holes, with a green fee of €40 for playing 18 holes after 4 p.m., which represents a good deal for late afternoon golfers. The Albret Golf Experience emphasizes a summer golfing atmosphere, suitable for all levels of players, and includes an academy for those looking to improve their skills.

Golf and Music at Albret Golf Experience

In addition to golf, the Albret Golf Experience hosts concerts on Friday evenings from the end of June to the end of August. This initiative adds a cultural dimension to the sporting environment, creating a unique blend of leisure and entertainment. These events are organized to enhance the overall experience for both players and visitors.

The Albret Golf Experience stands out not just for its golfing facilities but also for its commitment to creating a welcoming and engaging environment. The practice of hosting concerts exemplifies their dedication to providing more than just a standard golfing experience. Instead, they aim to cultivate a community atmosphere that appeals to a wider audience, including non-golfers who might enjoy the setting and events.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Scottie Scheffler Plays With Xander Schauffele

Get the PGA Tour Tee Times for the BMW Champiuonship here. (Source: Getty)
Get the PGA Tour Tee Times for the BMW Champiuonship here. (Source: Getty)

The BMW Championship, part of the PGA Tour, will be held at Castle Pines Golf Club in Castle Rock, Colorado, USA. The course is a par 72, and the tournament carries a prize pool of $20,000,000. Viktor Hovland is the defending champion. Broadcasting times are Thursday and Friday starting at 18:00, Saturday starting at 17:30, and Sunday at 17:00 on Sky.

PGA Tour Tee Times for American Players

Max Homa will start his first round at 07:25, playing alongside Si Woo Kim from South Korea. In the second round, they will tee off at 09:45.

Cameron Young’s first-round tee time is at 07:35 and he will be playing with Thomas Detry from Belgium. Their second round begins at 09:55.

Will Zalatoris will tee off at 07:45 for his first round with Austin Eckroat. Their second round is scheduled to start at 10:05.

The most exciting flight consists of Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele. The worlds two best players will start their first round at 09:00. Their second round starts at 11:20

Get all Tee Times here
PlayerFirst Round Tee TimeFirst Round PartnerSecond Round Tee Time
Max Homa07:25Si Woo Kim (South Korea)09:45
Cameron Young07:35Thomas Detry (Belgium)09:55
Will Zalatoris07:45Austin Eckroat (USA)10:05
Scottie Scheffler09:00Xander Schauffele (USA)11:20
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PGA Tour Tee Times: Tommy Fleetwood and Matthew Fitzpatrick at BMW Championship

Get the PGA Tour Tee Times for the BMW Championship. (Source: Getty)
Get the PGA Tour Tee Times for the BMW Championship. (Source: Getty)

The PGA Tour Tee Times for the upcoming BMW Championship in Castle Rock, Colorado, USA, are out. The tournament will be held at the Castle Pines Golf Club and features a Par 72 course with a total prize money of $20,000,000. Viktor Hovland is the defending champion.

PGA Tour Tee Times for British, Welsh, and Scottish Players

Tommy Fleetwood will tee off at 07:55 in the first round, partnered with Chris Kirk from the USA. Their second round will begin at 10:15.

Matthew Fitzpatrick starts his first round at 09:55, paired with Stephan Jaeger from Germany. In the second round, Fitzpatrick will tee off at 07:45.

Aaron Rai will begin his first round at 10:35, alongside Justin Thomas from the USA. The second round for Rai starts at 08:25.

Robert MacIntyre tees off at 11:00 for his first round, with Shane Lowry from Ireland. Their second round begins at 08:50.

Rory McIlroy will start his first round at 11:10, teaming up with Wyndham Clark from the USA. McIlroy’s second round will begin at 09:00.

Get all Tee Times here
PlayerFirst Round Tee TimeFirst Round PartnerSecond Round Tee Time
Tommy Fleetwood07:55Chris Kirk (USA)10:15
Matthew Fitzpatrick09:55Stephan Jaeger (Germany)07:45
Aaron Rai10:35Justin Thomas (USA)08:25
Robert MacIntyre11:00Shane Lowry (Ireland)08:50
Rory McIlroy11:10Wyndham Clark (USA)09:00
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Clubs, shoes, balls: PGA Tour pros get it all for free

Michael Kim reveals lots of secrets of golfpros on X (Twitter). (Photo: Getty)
Michael Kim reveals lots of secrets of golfpros on X (Twitter). (Photo: Getty)

Michael S. Kim is a PGA Tour golfer who lives in Dallas, Texas. Born in South Korea and raised in California, he first came to prominence when he claimed his first PGA Tour victory at the John Deere Classic in 2018. But Kim is not only known for his precise shots, but also for running one of the most informative golf accounts on Twitter. He gives us a rare insight into the world of professional golfers and the multitude of free amenities available to them. From equipment to travel perks, here’s what the pros really get.

What do golf pros get for free?

Professionals get almost unlimited access to golf clubs, especially if they use them during the tournament. Whether it’s drivers, putters or special shafts, manufacturers make sure players are well equipped. However, as Kim emphasises, these items lose their appeal for the pros over time, as they are ultimately just ‘tools’ to do their ‘job to the best of their ability’. The situation is similar with golf balls: Kim, for example, regularly receives several dozen balls on order from Titleist during training weeks, depending on demand, without ever having received a cancellation. He normally receives three dozen balls for a tournament week.

The PGA Tour partnerships also provide players with travel benefits. For example, they enjoy preferential status with United Airlines, Avis and Omni Hotels. Although Kim emphasises that he rarely flies with United due to his home base in Dallas, these benefits are of great use to many of his colleagues.

How many outfits do golf pros get

However, not everything is perfectly organised: When it comes to clothing, there are significant differences depending on the partner company. While some companies deliver reliable, high-quality clothing, others experience delays or sizing problems. Kim emphasises that professionals have their clothes washed regularly and do not receive completely new outfits every week – this is more the case with the majors. Shoes are also not changed as often as you might expect. Kim claims to change his shoes about every month and a half, while other players who value perfectly matched outfits may request new shoes more frequently.

For the average golfer, having access to all these free amenities may seem like a dream. But as Michael Kim points out, it’s all part of the job. What seems glamorous from the outside, he says, is simply another aspect of the pros’ daily business, which is all about being as prepared as possible.