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PGA Tour: Cameron Young Outburst Causes a Stir

For PGA Tour star Cameron Young, the Rocket Mortgage Classic of the PGA Tour, held from July 27 to 30 in Detroit, Michigan, could have been a complete success. Before the final day, Young was in a promising position in the fight for the title. However, the final day did not go as planned, which his driver felt shortly before the end of the round.

PGA Tour: Cameron Young Breaks Driver After Missing Fairway

Looking at the scorecard of the 27 year-old, one might have thought that he could still be somewhat satisfied with his round up to his outburst on the 14th hole, as he was still 1-under-par at that point. However, it could have gone significantly better if Young had managed to get his driver under control. The American found only 3 of 10 fairways up to that point, which is why, after another miss on the 14th, he had had enough. On the par 5, he hooked the ball and once again missed the fairway. As a result, he put his weight on the driver, causing the shaft to break and rendering the club unusable for the remaining four holes. He finished his final round with a bogey-par-bogey finish, ultimately sharing 6th place.

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Joe Biden And Donald Trump in a Golf Duel?

In the first presidential debate of 2024 on CNN between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the two candidates discussed central political issues such as the Ukraine crisis and the war in Gaza, as well as their golfing abilities. When the question arose whether the candidates, despite their advanced ages, were still fit enough to run for the presidency, the discussion shifted to golf.

Joe Biden and Donald Trump boast about their golf skills

Donald Trump took the opportunity to emphasize his physical and mental fitness by referring to his recently won golf championships. “I just won two club championships, not seniors, regular club championships,” Trump boasted. “To achieve that, you have to be pretty smart and hit the ball far, which I can do. Biden can’t, he can’t hit the ball 50 yards.”

Joe Biden, who would be 86 years old at the end of a second term, responded calmly and pointedly to Trump’s taunts. He reminded everyone that during his time as Vice President, he was able to improve his handicap to an impressive six. “I’m ready to have a driving competition with him. I got my handicap down when I was Vice President,” Biden countered. The 81-year-old incumbent also proposed a golf match on the condition that Trump carry his own golf club. “I once told him before he was sworn in, when he came into the Oval Office, ‘I’ll give you three strokes if you carry your own bag,'” Biden told the crowd.

Both the 81-year-old incumbent Joe Biden and his 78-year-old challenger Trump have repeatedly faced criticism because of their high ages. At the first TV debate, the two candidates tried to use their enthusiasm for golf to highlight that they are still fit and vital despite their advanced ages.

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World Golf Ranking: Scottie Scheffler Extends his Lead Further

The World Golf Ranking has seen some notable shifts among American players this week. Scottie Scheffler remains at the top of the American contingent, holding firm at the number one position in the global rankings with an unchanged spot from last week. His average point score continues to lead, keeping him well ahead in the rankings. Xander Schauffele also retains his position, staying at number three in the World Golf Ranking, with no change from the previous week. Schauffele’s consistent performance is reflected in his stable rank and point score.

Other top Americans in the World Golf Ranking

Wyndham Clark remains at number five in the World Golf Ranking, reflecting no change from last week. His average point score supports his strong position among the world’s best. Collin Morikawa is stable at number seven, maintaining his rank with his consistent performance. Patrick Cantlay holds steady at number eight, ensuring his place in the top tier of world golf. Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau climbs one spot to number nine, indicating a positive movement in his ranking this week.

Top 10 in the World Golf Ranking

The current top player in the World Golf Ranking remains Scottie Scheffler, solidifying his dominance. Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland stays in the second position. Xander Schauffele, as mentioned, ranks third. Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg stands at fourth, while American Wyndham Clark holds the fifth position. Norway’s Viktor Hovland and Collin Morikawa of the USA are at sixth and seventh, respectively. Patrick Cantlay, another American, is in the eighth spot. Bryson DeChambeau makes his way into the ninth position, pushing Jon Rahm of Spain to the tenth spot.

Ranking Last Week Ranking Player Name
1 1 Scottie Scheffler
3 3 Xander Schauffele
5 5 Wyndham Clark
7 7 Collin Morikawa
8 8 Patrick Cantlay
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World Golf Ranking: Rory McIlroy Remains Best British Golfer, Fleetwood Climbs

In the latest World Golf Ranking, Rory McIlroy remains the highest-ranked British player, holding steady at number 2 with an average point score. McIlroy’s position has not changed from last week. Tommy Fleetwood, another prominent British golfer, is now ranked 12th, moving up from 13th the previous week. Fleetwood’s increasing points hint at his improving form.

World Golf Ranking for British, Welsh, and Scottish Players

Matt Fitzpatrick is the third highest-ranked British player, standing at position 20. Like Fleetwood, Fitzpatrick saw a dip, dropping from his previous rank of 18th. Tyrrell Hatton remains unchanged at 22nd place. Scootish player Robert MacIntyre is now 44th, climbing from 45th last week. These changes impact their strategies going forward.

Top 10 in the World Golf Ranking

Scottie Scheffler continues to dominate the World Golf Ranking at position 1. Rory McIlroy follows closely at rank 2, without any change from the previous week. Xander Schauffele holds the 3rd position. There are minor changes within the top 10; Bryson DeChambeau climbed to 9th place from 10th, while Jon Rahm dropped to 10th from 9th.

Rank Player Country Last Week Change
2 Rory McIlroy NIR 2 0
12 Tommy Fleetwood ENG 13 +1
20 Matt Fitzpatrick ENG 18 -2
22 Tyrrell Hatton ENG 22 0
44 Robert MacIntyre SCO 45 +1
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Niall Horan Ventures into TGL Ownership

In a surprising move former One Direction heartthrob Niall Horan has acquired an ownership stake in Boston Common Golf. The singer-songwriter has long been associated with the sport through his friendship with golfing superstar Rory McIlroy.

Niall Horan Takes Ownership Stake in Tomorrow Golf League

Boston Common Golf, a team within the innovative Tomorrow Golf League (TGL), has welcomed Niall Horan as an investor. The TGL is an innovative indoor golf league created by Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods and is due to start in 2025. Other well-known investors include Serena Williams, Steph Curry and Justin Timberlake.

“I’m thrilled to be part of this venture that merges my passion for golf with the excitement of team competition,” Horan remarked in a statement released on the team’s official website. In addition to his role as an investor, Horan will also act as an ambassador for the team, according to a statement made on the golf team’s website.

Horan Served as a Caddie for Rory McIlroy

Horan has been in the golf business for some time now. From serving as a caddie for McIlroy during the prestigious Masters Par 3 Contest in 2015 to co-founding the successful golf management firm Modest! Golf. His new partnership with Boston Common Golf is the latest addition to Horan’s golf portfolio.

“I can’t wait to experience team golf in this unique format that merges technology with green grass play,” Horan said. “Being able to combine my love for the game and my friendship with Rory into a relationship that helps launch a new concept in golf is truly special.”

Boston Common Golf

Boston Common Golf is one of the six teams of the TGL. The team consists of the four Major winners Rory McIlroy, Hideki Matsuyama, Adam Scott and Keegan Bradley and is owned by the Fenway Sports Group. The investment group, headed by founders John Henry and Tom Werner, owns the Boston Red Sox, NASCAR’s RFK Racing, the Premier League’s Liverpool franchise and the National Hockey League’s Pittsburgh Penguins.

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World Golf Ranking: Bryson DeChambeau Climbs Rapidly

The latest World Golf Ranking has seen some interesting shifts for American golfers. Scottie Scheffler continues to hold the number one spot with an average points total that remains unchanged. Right behind him, Xander Schauffele has dropped from second to third place. Schauffele holds a slightly lower average points total compared to the top spot.

World Golf Ranking: Focus on American Players

Among the top five American golfers, Wyndham Clark has moved from fourth place to fifth, reflecting a small drop in his standing. Collin Morikawa remains steady at the seventh position, holding his ground with a consistent average points total. Patrick Cantlay, on the other hand, has made a minor improvement by advancing from ninth to eighth place this week, indicating a positive trend for him in the world golf ranking.

Top 10 of the World Golf Ranking

Within the top-10 of the World Golf Ranking, Ludvig Aberg has made a notable leap from sixth to fourth. Viktor Hovland dropped one place to sixth. Jon Rahm slipped to ninth, with Bryson DeChambeau making a significant jump from 38th to 10th, the most substantial change among the top 10.

Player Name Current Rank Rank Last Week Nationality Average Points
Scottie Scheffler 1 1 USA N/A
Xander Schauffele 3 2 USA N/A
Wyndham Clark 5 4 USA N/A
Collin Morikawa 7 7 USA N/A
Patrick Cantlay 8 9 USA N/A

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World Golf Ranking: Rory McIlroy Back In Second Place

The World Golf Ranking has seen notable shifts this week. Bryson DeChambeau is back in the top 10 – he made a leap from 38th place to tenth. Rory McIlroy remains the highest-ranked British player, moving up one place to rank 2 with an average point score of 9.2487. Matt Fitzpatrick has fallen two places, currently sitting at rank 18 with an average point score of 3.4522.

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Matt Fitzpatrick on rank 18 has faced a slight decline, down from last week’s rank 16. Tyrrell Hatton holds the 22nd position, down two places from 20 last week, with an average point score of 3.2283. Justin Rose is at rank 63, slipping from 58 with an average point score of 1.9248. Lastly, Robert MacIntyre remains at rank 45, slipping from 41 with averaging 2.2926 points.

Top 10 in the World Golf Ranking

Scottie Scheffler remains the top-ranked player in the World Golf Ranking, with no change in his position. Rory McIlroy’s ascent to second place marks a significant change, swapping positions with Xander Schauffele, who now ranks third. Ludvig Aberg made a considerable leap to rank 4 from 6. Viktor Hovland fell one place to 6, while Jon Rahm has dropped one place to rank 9. Bryson DeChambeau’s notable rise to the 10th spot from 38th in the last week marks one of the biggest movements within the top 10. These changes add new dynamics to the ongoing rankings battle.

Rank Player Name Nationality Current Position Last Week’s Position Average Points
1 Rory McIlroy NIR 2 3 9.2487
2 Matt Fitzpatrick ENG 18 16 3.4522
3 Tyrrell Hatton ENG 22 20 3.2283
4 Justin Rose ENG 63 58 1.9248
5 Robert MacIntyre SCO 45 41 2.2926

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Rory McIlroy Annuls His Divorce Before the US Open 2024

Just before the US Open 2024 at Pinehurst, Rory McIlroy’s confident demeanor has been clarified: the divorce petition he filed in Florida last month has been voluntarily dismissed. McIlroy and his wife of seven years, Erica, have resolved their differences and decided to stay together.

Rory McIlroy Signed Divorce Petition Before PGA Championship

The initial news of the divorce came as a shock to the golfing world, particularly given its timing just before the PGA Championship. However, recent court documents reveal that the case has been dismissed at the request of both parties. This development coincides with McIlroy’s noticeably positive mood during his media engagements at Pinehurst. Addressing the rumors surrounding his personal life, McIlroy told the Guardian, “There have been rumors about my personal life recently, which is unfortunate. Responding to each rumor is a fool’s game. Over the past weeks, Erica and I have realized that our best future was as a family together. Thankfully, we have resolved our differences and look forward to a new beginning.”

McIlroy Chases Fifth Major Title

This reconciliation couldn’t come at a better time for McIlroy, who is looking to end his wait for a fifth major title, a quest that has lasted since August 2014. Partnering with Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele in the first two rounds of the US Open 2024, McIlroy’s focus is now firmly on the task ahead. Reflecting on his career, McIlroy expressed pride in his achievements over the past 15 years. “I’m really proud of my body of work over the past 15 years and everything that I have achieved, whether it be season-long titles or individual tournaments or majors,” he said. “Obviously getting my hands on a fifth major has taken quite a while, but I’m more confident than ever that I’m right there, that I’m as close as I’ve ever been.”

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Padraig Harrington Inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame

Padraig Harrington was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in Pinehurst. Harrington, who even at the age of 52 still works tirelessly on his game and is always striving to improve, expressed his gratitude for the constants in his career: his wife, to whom he has been married for 34 years, his equipment supplier Wilson, whom he has never changed, and his manager Adrian Mitchell. “I feel a deep sense of satisfaction and validation,” said Harrington. The Irishman, who has a total of 21 victories worldwide, including the 2007 and 2008 British Open and the 2008 PGA Championship, joins 19-time LPGA winner Sandra Palmer as the only living inductees into the Hall of Fame. “This really feels like a dream,” said Palmer, who threw both arms in the air as she was introduced to the 29 other members of the Hall of Fame. The posthumously honored members include LPGA great Beverly Hanson, former Open Championship winner and golf course architect Tom Weiskopf and former US Open champion Johnny Farrell. The remaining seven founders of the LPGA Tour – Alice Bauer, Bettye Danoff, Helen Dettweiler, Helen Hicks, Opal Hill, Sally Sessions and Shirley Spork – were also accepted as a group. The other six founders had previously been honored individually.

Padraig Harrington joins a select circle

Harrington grew up in Ireland with dreams of Claret Jugs and the Wanamaker Trophy, not so much the Hall of Fame. Still, he recognized the significance of the award, especially on the PGA Tour Champions, where many of his peers like Bernhard Langer, Vijay Singh, Ernie Els and Fred Couples are already members. “You look up to those guys and you want to be part of that group,” Harrington said last week. “A lot of the players on the Champions Tour were a bit before my time, so I looked up to them as role models when I turned pro.” For today’s generation of top golfers, Harrington now serves as a role model himself. In honor of Harrington’s induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame, 26-time PGA Tour winner Rory McIlroy had words of appreciation for the former star: “He really got this whole Irish golf movement going. Padraig was the one who made us all believe we could do it. He’s the ultimate professional.” Fellow countryman Shane Lowry also paid tribute to Harrington: “He was one of my role models growing up. He was fantastic for golf and fantastic for Ireland. We are very grateful for him.”

The Irishman had his breakthrough in 2007 at the British Open in Carnoustie, when he defeated Sergio Garcia despite a double bogey on the last hole. A year later, he won the British Open at Royal Birkdale and a month later became the first European winner of the PGA Championship in 78 years. In addition to his major victories, Harrington won three more on the PGA Tour, twelve on the European Tour and five in other international tournaments. He played on six Ryder Cup teams and was captain at Whistling Straits in 2021, even though Harrington had no plans to become a professional golfer, as he revealed in an interview with the DP World Tour.

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St. Andrews: “Irresponsible and Reckless” Approach Shot from Pavement

On the pavement outside the Dunvegan Hotel in St Andrews, Scotland, a guy chases a golf ball over the rooftops of ‘The Auld Grey Toon’ towards the St. Andrews Old Course, 18th green. And hits it – the green, fortunately not some evening strollers in front of the clubhouse of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club. Some celebrate the guy as a hero, he also celebrates himself and even tries to market his ‘Dunvegan Shot’.

Criticism of the golf swing and statement from St Andrews

Others – rightly and fortunately in the majority – shake their heads at the absurd action. The St Andrews Links Trust is also not amused by Wyatt Messmer’s behaviour: ‘This is an irresponsible and reckless act that shows disregard for the safety of the public and property. This type of behaviour is not welcome at the Home of Golf and we would discourage anyone from repeating it.” Well, passion for golf can sometimes lead to truly strange behaviour.