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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
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PGA Tour Tee Times: Tony Finau and Sahith Theegala At 3M Open 2024

PGA Tour Tee Times: Sahith Theegala, Tony Finau and Co. at the 3M Open. (Photos: Getty)
PGA Tour Tee Times: Sahith Theegala, Tony Finau and Co. at the 3M Open. (Photos: Getty)

The 3M Open, part of the PGA Tour, will take place at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota, USA. This prestigious tournament offers a par of 71 and a total prize money of $8,100,000. Last year’s champion, Lee Hodges, will be defending his title. Coverage of the event can be watched on Sky from Thursday to Sunday, starting at 19:00 each day.

PGA Tour Tee Times for 3M Open 2024

Tony Finau will start his first round at 07:18 alongside fellow Americans Lee Hodges and Akshay Bhatia. Their second round is scheduled for 12:43.

Keegan Bradley’s first round is at 07:29, playing with Sahith Theegala, also from the USA, and Nick Dunlap, another American golfer. Their second round starts at 12:54.

Tom Hoge begins his first round at 07:40. He is paired with Luke List from the United States and Taylor Pendrith of Canada. Their second round will start at 13:05.

Chez Reavie will play his first round at 13:05 with Andrew Putnam and Chad Ramey, both from the USA. The trio’s second round is at 07:40.

Zach Johnson’s first round starts at 12:43, where he will play alongside Kurt Kitayama from the USA and Sweden’s Vincent Norrman. Their second round is scheduled for 07:18.

RoundStart TimeAmerican PlayerOther PlayersOther Nationalities
107:18Tony FinauLee Hodges, Akshay BhatiaUSA, USA
107:29Sahith TheegalaKeegan Bradley, Nick DunlapUSA, USA
107:40Tom HogeLuke List, Taylor PendrithUSA, CAN
113:05Chez ReavieAndrew Putnam, Chad RameyUSA, USA
112:43Zach JohnsonKurt Kitayama, Vincent NorrmanUSA, SWE
212:43Tony FinauLee Hodges, Akshay BhatiaUSA, USA
212:54Sahith TheegalaKeegan Bradley, Nick DunlapUSA, USA
213:05Tom HogeLuke List, Taylor PendrithUSA, CAN
207:40Chez ReavieAndrew Putnam, Chad RameyUSA, USA
207:18Zach JohnsonKurt Kitayama, Vincent NorrmanUSA, SWE
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PGA Tour Tee Times: UK Players At The 3M Open 2024

PGA Tour Tee Times: Matt Wallace, Harry Hall and Co. at the 3M Open. (Photos: Getty)
PGA Tour Tee Times: Matt Wallace, Harry Hall and Co. at the 3M Open. (Photos: Getty)

The 3M Open will take place in Blaine, Minnesota, USA at the TPC Twin Cities golf club. As part of the PGA Tour, the tournament offers a par-71 course and a prize fund of $8,100,000. The event will be aired on Sky from Thursday to Sunday starting at 7:00 PM. The defending champion is Lee Hodges.

PGA Tour Tee Times: UK-Players

Scottish golfer Martin Laird will kick off his 3M Open campaign with an early tee time at 6:45 AM for the first round. Laird is paired with Americans Justin Lower and Joel Dahmen. Their second round starts at 12:10 PM on Friday. The “PGA Tour Tee Times” will surely keep fans engaged as Laird aims for a strong performance.

Russell Knox, another Scottish entrant, begins his first round at 8:24 AM. Knox is grouped with Americans Robert Streb and Beau Hossler. For the second round, they will tee off at 1:49 PM. The “PGA Tour Tee Times” for Knox and his group are well-positioned to attract viewers.

RoundPlayer NameNationalityStart TimeCo-Player 1NationalityCo-Player 2Nationality
1Martin LairdSCO06:45 AMJustin LowerUSAJoel DahmenUSA
1Russell KnoxSCO08:24 AMRobert StrebUSABeau HosslerUSA
1Harry HallENG12:54 PMErik van RooyenZAFEmiliano GrilloARG
1Matt WallaceENG01:16 PMChris GotterupUSAKevin KisnerUSA
2Harry HallENG07:29 AMErik van RooyenZAFEmiliano GrilloARG
2Matt WallaceENG07:51 AMChris GotterupUSAKevin KisnerUSA
2Martin LairdSCO12:10 PMJustin LowerUSAJoel DahmenUSA
2Russell KnoxSCO13:49PMRobert StrebUSABeau HosslerUSA
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Under The Eyes Of Tiger Woods: Unsuccessful USGA Debut For Charlie

Tiger Woods and son Charlie together at his USGA debut. (Photos: Getty)
Tiger Woods and son Charlie together at his USGA debut. (Photos: Getty)

Charlie Woods, son of golf legend Tiger Woods, celebrated a small milestone in his young golf career this week with his USGA debut. Accompanied by his father Tiger, the 15-year-old took part in the prestigious US Junior Amateur Golf Championship 2024, which his father won three times in a row between 1991 and 1993. Although he did not make the cut at the tournament in Michigan, qualifying for the event alone must be regarded as a great success.

Successful Qualification, Weak Tournament: Tiger Woods Experiences Frustrated Charlie

Charlie Woods played probably the biggest event of his young career this week as part of the 2024 US Junior Amateur Golf Championship. Last month, the 15-year-old won a qualifying tournament to secure his place in the event at the legendary Oakland Hills Country Club, which has already hosted six US Opens and the 2004 Ryder Cup, where father Tiger Woods suffered a historic defeat to Team Europe. Qualifying for the prestigious junior event should be regarded as a great success in itself and should overshadow Charlie Woods’ poor tournament performance. Nevertheless, it became clear in the first two rounds that the 15-year-old was unable to match the performance level of the top junior players and was visibly frustrated with his performance.

After rounds of 82 and 80, Charlie Woods clearly missed the cut, which was four strokes over par, and finished the tournament after just two days (+22). According to spectators on site, however, the 15-year-old not only struggled with his game, but also with inappropriate behavior from fans, as he had already done at a pre-qualifier for the PGA Tour. Twitter user @conman-stalions, for example, posted videos of the tournament and wrote that: “Charlie Woods. Impressive young man. Hundreds of fans on top of him. On 3 Tiger politely asked ‘They’re on top of him, 30-40 yards back’. Fans were walking, distracting. Crying baby during Charlie’s downswing on 9 that led to a skulled chip over the green.”

If Charlie Woods dreams of playing on the PGA Tour one day, he certainly has a lot of work ahead of him. Nevertheless, the positives outweigh the negatives in his USGA debut: despite all the pressure and attention, achievements such as successfully qualifying for the US Junior Amateur 2024 are certainly impressive. A 15-year-old should not be measured against the accomplishments of a father like Tiger Woods.

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Ryder Cup 2025: Keegan Bradley Appoints First Vice-Captain

Ryder Cup 2025: Webb Simpson is the first vice-captain appointed by Keegan Bradley. (Photos: Getty)
Ryder Cup 2025: Webb Simpson is the first vice-captain appointed by Keegan Bradley. (Photos: Getty)

In just over a year’s time, the Ryder Cup 2025 will take place at Bethpage Black in New York. Preparations are in full swing for the US team’s bid for revenge after Team Europe’s triumph in Italy last year. After Keegan Bradley was surprisingly introduced as captain at the beginning of the month, the 38-year-old has now appointed his first vice-captain, Webb Simpson.

Ryder Cup 2025 – Keegan Bradley: “He knows what it takes to win”

Webb Simpson is the first vice-captain alongside Keegan Bradley, marking a debut in the role at the Ryder Cup 2025. As a player, the 38-year-old has competed in three Ryder Cups (2012, 2014, 2018), recording a record of 4-4-1, including 2-1-0 in fourball. Simpson’s biggest career achievements include winning the 2012 US Open and the 2018 Players Championship. Captain Keegan Bradley raved about his new addition to the coaching team during the announcement: “He possesses a wealth of team golf experience and knows what it takes to win. Webb will be a valuable member of our leadership team and a trusted resource for me as we prepare for Bethpage Black next September.”

Webb Simpson was also delighted with this great honor: “I am honored to be chosen by Keegan to serve as a Vice Captain in 2025. Competing in three Ryder Cups will forever be among my career highlights. I have no doubt that Keegan will be a fantastic captain and a tremendous leader, and could not be more excited to get to work as we seek to reclaim the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.” The other vice-captains of Team USA are to be introduced in the coming weeks. For Team Europe, it was clear early on that Luke Donald would once again take on the role of captain for the title defense in the USA. The Europeans already have two vice-captains for the Ryder Cup 2025: Thomas Bjørn and Edoardo Molinari.