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Watch: LIV Tour highlights from round 1 of the United Kingdom

PORTRUSH, NORTHERN IRELAND - JULY 18: Jon Rahm of Spain tees off the 14th during the first round of the 148th Open Championship held on the Dunluce Links at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 18, 2019 in Portrush, United Kingdom. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

The LIV Tour’s United Kingdom event took place at the JCB Golf and Country Club in Rocester, England. This competition featured a significant prize pool of $20,000,000. The tournament concluded after four rounds, with the final round providing clarity on the winner.

In round four, Jon Rahm from Spain finished at the top of the leaderboard with a total score (TTP) of -8. In tied second place were Andy Ogletree from the United States and Abraham Ancer from Mexico, each with a total score of -6. Tied in fourth place were Tyrrell Hatton from England and Cameron Smith from Australia, both securing a total score of -5.

On this final day, the best performances came from three players. Jon Rahm achieved the best daily score with a -8. Andy Ogletree and Abraham Ancer both tied for the second-best daily score with -6 each.

The video provided showcases a compilation of the highlights from this final round, emphasizing the key moments and performances that defined the closing day of the tournament.

For those following the latest in professional golf, the LIV Tour continues to deliver thrilling moments, as seen in these United Kingdom Highlights.

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Gear Up to Go Low with Under Armour’s Latest Golf Collection

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Image: Under Armour

This summer, Under Armour is putting a modern twist on the golf classics with the release of the UA Goin’ Under Golf Collection. The Goin’ Under Collection offers head-to-toe pieces for both men and women that golfers can wear from the course to the clubhouse. In this collection, golfers will hit the green feeling optimistic and inspired to lower their score – because when you look the part, you play the part. Why not make today the day that you ‘go under’ par and play the round of your life?

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When designing new releases, Under Armour works closely with its athletes to incorporate their feedback to create performance solutions that meet and exceed their needs. With high-tech hoodies, jackets, and sweaters, this new line offers simple and clean styles that will keep golfers warm during early-morning tee times, while providing lightweight polos and tees to keep them cool as they grind through the hottest rounds.

Under Armour designer: “This accessible collection appeals to golfers of all levels and style preferences”

John O’Connor, Designer, Apparel Graphics at Under Armour: “The sport of golf has evolved tremendously so we knew we needed to evolve with it. We’re excited to bring The Goin’ Under Collection to life and offer bold options for golfers who want to stand out on the course. This accessible collection appeals to golfers of all levels and style preferences, combining quality clothing with modern designs, including the classics and some options with an edge.”

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With both male and female golfers in mind, the Goin’ Under Collection features an assortment of polos, tees, skirts and shoes that has golfers covered from head to toe and perfectly complement some of Under Armour’s innovations. This includes Under Armour favorites like the UA Drive Goin’ Under Polo, a modern take on the signature Playoff Polo with a sport bomber collar paired with an abstract course camo print that golfers can dress with the beloved Men’s UA Drive Joggers. The UA Icon Fleece Goin’ Under Crew is fitted to layer with other pieces from the collection and pairs perfectly with the UA Empower Skort, flexible and lightweight to help female golfers feel comfortable with every swing. With a nod to one of the most iconic cinematic references in golf, the collection’s gopher mascot is also displayed across a couple of different tees and hats – perfect for the golfer ready to crush course records and stand out from the pack. 

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Shoes for all course conditions

The collection also features Phantom Footwear, which was launched as a hero style earlier this season and combines the comfort of a training shoe with the traction and knit upper of a golf shoe. Prompted by the growing popularity of golf, UA took the footwear that players usually wear off the course and used it as the inspiration for creating a golf shoe. The waterproof membrane uppers keep golfers’ feet dry, and ground-hugging traction helps them play through any course conditions.

With bold prints, modern twists, and detailed designs, all eyes will be on golfers when they suit up in the UA Goin’ Under Golf Collection this season. The collection is now live on UA.com and can be found in select UA Brand Houses.
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Senior Tours

Bernhard Langer is Denied a Golf Cart at the Senior British Open

Bernhard Langer at the Senior British Open. (Image: Getty)
Bernhard Langer at the Senior British Open. (Image: Getty)

The US-magazine Golf Digest reported yesterday on the golf cart situation involving five golfers – including Bernhard Langer – at the Senior British Open. In addition to Bernhard Langer, John Daly, Vijay Singh, Tim Herron and Paul Broadhurst also asked for permission to drive a golf cart. All five golfers gave various forms of physical problems as the reason. In the case of Langer, it is known that he is still suffering from pain after tearing his Achilles tendon at the beginning of the year. Of the five requests, only one was ultimately approved by the tournament organizers, that of Tim Herron. The result even led to John Daly withdrawing from the tournament.

Senior British Open: Englishman has to walk despite arthritis

In a statement quoted in the Golf Digest article, the tournament committee explains its procedure as follows: “As per the championship’s rules and terms of entry and participation, competitors can request use of motorized transportation on or before the closing date for entries. The championship committee received five applications which were carefully considered before one was granted to Tim Herron.” According to the article in the sports magazine, the four seniors did not receive a permit because they had competed in at least one tournament on foot within the last year and are therefore classified as fit. Note: The rules for senior tournaments vary depending on the organizer; in this case, the aforementioned rule was the deciding factor. This means that Paul Broadhurst, who is currently suffering from chronic inflammation in his right ankle (arthritis), must also play the Carnoustie Golf Links on foot. Paul Broahurst: “It’s tough. It’s severe arthritis. It is bone on bone. It’s an operation and a year out probably and no guarantee that I’ll be able to play to this level. So I’ve made a decision that if I can get through next season, I will probably call it a day. Monday was the first time I’d walked on a golf course in a year.” The Englishman was also surprised by the decision of the R&A and European Legends Tour, the tournament organizers.

Paul Broadhurst is using a walking stick in Carnoustie. (Image: Getty)

Differences depending on the organizer

On the Champions Tour and at the USGA Senior Championship, however, Broadhurst received permission to drive due to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Nevertheless, he has to walk the rest of the tournament in Carnoustie. The 58-year-old uses a walking stick to help him.

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Panorama

Junior Golfer AJ Ramos Achieves Historic 59 in Arizona

The 59-round by 14-year-old golfer AJ Ramos is making waves. (Photo: Facebook@Junior Golf Association of Arizona)

AJ Ramos, a prodigious 14-year-old golfer, has etched an extraordinary chapter in the annals of the Arizona Junior Golf Association (AJGA). Over the past weekend, Ramos achieved an astonishing feat by shooting a round of 59 at the Wigwam Golf Club in Litchfield Park, Arizona. This score marks the first instance of such an achievement in the AJGA’s history.

Breakthrough at the Tucson City Junior Championship

It was July 25, 2024, at the Tucson City Junior Championship when young golfer AJ Ramos from Tucson delivered a flawless 59, making it the first of its kind in the tournament’s history.

Held annually at the Randolph Golf Complex, the Tucson City Junior Championship is renowned for attracting talented young golfers from across Arizona. AJ Ramos surpassed all expectations by reaching this historic milestone. With precise shots and outstanding focus, he played an almost perfect game that ultimately led him to this record-setting performance and a new membership in the exclusive 59 Club. Membership in this club is so rare that even players on the PGA Tour or LPGA Tour seldom achieve it.

A Milestone in Junior Golf

The historic moment occurred during the final round of an AJGA tournament. Ramos started his round with a birdie on the first hole and continued his successful streak tirelessly. After nine holes, he was already eight under par. On the back nine, he maintained his impressive performance, finishing the round with an eagle on the 18th hole. His round’s total? Eleven birdies, one eagle, and six pars.

This remarkable achievement not only highlights Ramos’s exceptional talent but also sets a new standard in junior golf, underscoring the bright future that lies ahead for this young golfer.

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PGA Tour

Watch: PGA Tour highlights from round 1 of the 3M Open

BLAINE, MINNESOTA - JULY 25: Jacob Bridgeman of the United States plays his shot from the second teeduring the first round of the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities on July 25, 2024 in Blaine, Minnesota. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

The 3M Open, a PGA Tour event, is currently taking place at the TPC Twin Cities golf course in Blaine, Minnesota, USA. The tournament offers a prize pool of $8,100,000. The focus of this report is on the highlights of Round 1 of the event.

At the end of the first round, Jacob Bridgeman from the USA leads the leaderboard with a total score of 63, which is 8-under-par. He is followed by Mackenzie Hughes from Canada, who holds the second position with a total score of 64, 7-under-par. Tied for third place are Patrick Rodgers (USA), Martin Trainer (France), and Andrew Novak (USA), each with a total score of 65, 6-under-par.

The players who registered the best rounds of the day were Jacob Bridgeman with a daily score of 63 (8-under-par), Mackenzie Hughes with a daily score of 64 (7-under-par), and Patrick Rodgers, Martin Trainer, and Andrew Novak, each with a daily score of 65 (6-under-par).

A video compilation showcasing the PGA Tour highlights and 3M Open highlights of the first round is available, providing a closer look at the day’s key moments and performances.

The 3M Open continues over the next three rounds, and these early results set the stage for an exciting competition as players vie for the top positions and a share of the prize pool. The tournament will be concluded after four rounds, and the forthcoming days will be crucial in determining the eventual winner.

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3M Open: 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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These Four Golfers are among the Top 100 Most Successful Athletes

Which golfers made it into the top 100 alongside Tiger Woods? (Photo: Getty)
Which golfers made it into the top 100 alongside Tiger Woods? (Photo: Getty)

Whether Olympic champions, world champions, Grand Slam winners or footballers of the year, the 21st century has seen some incredible achievements from legendary sportsmen and women. In a wide variety of sports, personalities stand out whose successes set them apart from their competitors.

The US television channel ESPN looked back over the last 25 years and published a list of the 100 most successful athletes. ESPN editors from all over the world contributed to the nominations and the voting process. Voters were instructed to only consider an athlete’s accomplishments since 2000. The top 100 includes three male and one female golfer: Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Annika Sörenstam and Rory McIlroy.

Most successful athletes of the 21st century: Tiger Woods in the top 10

First and foremost from a golfing perspective is none other than Tiger Woods. His greatest achievements include 13 major victories (the most of any player in this period) and eleven major victories as world number one (nine more than any other player of all time). In total, Woods has won 131 times around the world and has left his mark on golf like no other, and not just with his sporting achievements. He is ranked 8th in ESPN’s rankings, beating the likes of Michael Phelps (1st place, swimming), Serena Williams (2nd place, tennis) and Lionel Messi (3rd place, soccer).

After Woods, the second golfer is some time coming. The second most successful golfer in the ranking is Phil Mickelson in 69th place. Although Mickelson has made negative headlines in recent years, there is no denying the achievements he has previously delivered in golf: With six Major victories and the record as the oldest Major winner of all time at the 2021 PGA Championship (the first Major winner to turn 50), Mickelson played his way into golf history.

Annika Sörenstam as the most successful female golfer

Annika Sörenstam follows in 89th place. With 97 victories around the world, the Swede stands out from most of her rivals. Her tally since the turn of the century includes eight Major wins (the most in that time span) and 54 of her 72 LPGA Tour victories. She is the only woman ever to shoot a 59 in a professional tournament and won eleven times in 2002, the most wins on the LPGA Tour in almost 40 years. The fact that she retired from professional golf in 2008 gives her successes even more significance in terms of the ESPN rankings in the short space of eight years.

Last but not least, Rory McIlroy is ranked 93rd. Although the Northern Irishman has been on a dry spell for ten years in terms of major successes, his other achievements should not be underestimated: He spent 122 weeks at the top of the world rankings with the help of 26 PGA Tour victories (including four majors). McIlroy is “only” one Masters win away from a career Grand Slam to put him on a par with golf legends such as Tiger Woods or Arnold Palmer.

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2024 Olympics: These Golfers Will Be the Flag Bearers in Paris

The Olympic flag bearers from the golf course. (Photo: Getty)
The Olympic flag bearers from the golf course. (Photo: Getty)

The flag bearers of the countries participating in the Olympic Games have a special honor. They represent their country at the opening ceremony and at the closing ceremony by carrying the respective flag. The flag bearers were either chosen by their respective National Olympic Committee or by the athletes themselves. For two countries, a golfer was chosen: Fabrizio Zanotti and Ines Laklalech. The 41-year-old has been a professional golfer for over 20 years and will carry the Paraguayan flag alongside rower Alejandra Alonso. Ines Laklalech will be the flag bearer for Morocco together with rider Yessin Rahmouni. Laklalech plays on the Ladies European Tour and won the Ladies Open de France in 2022.

Key Role for Fabrizio Zanotti at the 2024 Olympics

The selected athletes will have the honour of presenting their country’s flag twice in front of the whole world. Firstly at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games on 26 July 2024 and a second time at the closing ceremony on 11 August 2024. For the first time, there will not be the usual march of the nations into a stadium. The opening ceremony will take place in the centre of Paris and on the Seine with a finale at the Eiffel Tower.

Fabrizio Zanotti is the only golfer from Paraguay to take part in the 2024 Olympic Games. With his participation in 2016 and 2021, he already brings double the experience to the competition. He has also competed in several national and continental championships, has major experience and has won several times on the DP World Tour. He celebrated one of his two victories on the tour in Munich at the BMW International Open.

Ines Laklalech became pro in 2021 after earning her tour card for the LET via the LET Q-School. In her rookie season, she achieved four top 10 finishes before winning in France. This made her the first golfer not only from Morocco but from North America to win on the LET.

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Experience the Diverse and Stunning Landscape of Palmares Golf in Lagos, Portugal

The Palmares Golf in Portugal. (Image: Getty)
The Palmares Golf in Portugal. (Image: Getty)

Palmares Golf is situated in the coastal region of Lagos, Portugal. The golf course offers a unique blend of parkland, heathland, and links golf set in a picturesque seaside environment. Designed by the prominent architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., the course features three nine-hole linked loops known as Alvor, Lagos, and Praia. These loops extend down to the ocean, offering golfers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and challenging gameplay across 27 holes.

Golf With a View at Palmares Golf

The course caters to all abilities and ages with a range of tees available. One notable hole on the course is Hole 4, which spans 544 meters and is a par five. This particular hole descends through a deep protected valley, with an elevated tee aiming towards the Alvor lagoon. The fairways are lined with olive trees and other local vegetation, creating an aesthetically pleasing yet competitive experience for golfers.

From a practical perspective, Palmares Golf offers a “Summer Offer,” allowing golfers to enjoy 18 holes including a buggy for a price of €101 per person, with the offer valid until September 8, 2024. This provides an excellent opportunity for enthusiasts to explore the course’s diverse landscapes while benefiting from the convenience provided by the included buggy.

In terms of amenities, the Palmares clubhouse, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects RCR Arquitectes, offers a relaxing setting with two restaurants. The main restaurant caters to general dining needs, while AL SUD provides a fine dining experience and holds the distinction of being the only Michelin-starred restaurant in a golf clubhouse in the Algarve. For accommodation, a variety of options are available including one, two, or three-bedroom signature apartments and the boutique five-star 20-room Palmares Beach House Hotel. These options cater to golfers, couples, and groups seeking an extended visit to the region.

In summary, Palmares Golf in Lagos, Portugal, is a versatile and distinguished golfing location designed to offer an optimal blend of natural scenery, challenging play, and comprehensive amenities. From its diverse course layout to its luxury clubhouse and varied accommodation options, it provides a holistic golfing experience for players of all skill levels.

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LPGA Tour Tee Times: Lexi Thompson and Megan Khang at CPKC Women’s Open

LPGA Tour Tee Times: Lexi Thompson and Megan Khang. (Photos: Getty)
LPGA Tour Tee Times: Lexi Thompson and Megan Khang. (Photos: Getty)

The LPGA Tour Tee Times for the upcoming CPKC Women’s Open in Calgary, Alberta, have been announced. Hosted at Earl Grey Golf Club, this tournament is part of the LPGA Tour and features a par 72 course. The event boasts a prize pool of $2,600,000. Megan Khang is the defending champion. Broadcast coverage is available on DAZN from Friday through Monday starting at 12:30 AM.

LPGA Tour Tee Times

Lexi Thompson starts the CPKC Women’s Open alongside fellow American Megan Khang and Australian Hannah Green. Their first round begins at 1:27 PM, and their second round kicks off at 8:17 AM.

Danielle Kang tees off with Canadian Alena Sharp and Italian Roberta Liti. Their first round is scheduled for 1:38 PM, with the second round at 8:28 AM.

Stacy Lewis will play her first round at 1:31 PM with Korea’s Mi Hyang Lee and fellow American Alison Lee. Their second-round tee time is at 8:21 AM.

Rose Zhang starts her tournament at 1:05 PM alongside South Korea’s A Lim Kim and American Sarah Schmelzel. Her second round begins at 8:00 AM.

RoundAmerican PlayerMitspieler 1Mitspieler 2Startzeit
1Lilia VuBrooke M. Henderson (CAN)Haeran Ryu (KOR)8:32 AM
1Lexi ThompsonMegan Khang (USA)Hannah Green (AUS)1:27 PM
1Danielle KangAlena Sharp (CAN)Roberta Liti (ITA)1:38 PM
1Stacy LewisMi Hyang Lee (KOR)Alison Lee (USA)1:31 PM
1Rose ZhangA Lim Kim (KOR)Sarah Schmelzel (USA)1:05 PM
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LPGA Tour Tee Times: Gemma Dryburgh at the CPKC Women’s Open 2024

LPGA Tour Tee Times: Gemma Dryburgh at the CPKC Women's Open in Canada. (Photo: Getty)
LPGA Tour Tee Times: Gemma Dryburgh at the CPKC Women's Open in Canada. (Photo: Getty)

The CPKC Women’s Open, part of the LPGA Tour, is set to take place at the Earl Grey Golf Club in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The tournament, played on a par 72 course, offers a total prize money of $2,600,000. Megan Khang is the defending champion. The event will be broadcast on DAZN from Friday to Monday starting at 00:30.

LPGA Tour Tee Times

Gemma Dryburgh from Scotland will be participating in the CPKC Women’s Open. Her first round will begin at 13:42. She will be playing with Pajaree Anannarukarn from Thailand and Na Rin An from South Korea. For the second round, she will tee off at the same time with the same players.

RoundTimePlayer 1Player 1 NationalityPlayer 2Player 2 NationalityPlayer 3Player 3 Nationality
113:42Gemma DryburghSCOPajaree AnannarukarnTHANa Rin AnKOR
213:42Gemma DryburghSCOPajaree AnannarukarnTHANa Rin AnKOR