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PGA Tour Pro Michael Kim Publishes Fineable Tour Offenses on X

While Michael S. Kim is hardly known on the PGA Tour, the tour pro now has almost 120,000 followers on X (Twitter). The reason for this comparatively high figure is his informative and entertaining posts on the platform. He is currently attracting attention with the publication of fineable offenses on the tour.

PGA Tour: Michael Kim offers insight into fineable Tour offenses

Michael S. Kim celebrated the only major success of his professional golf career to date with a victory at the 2018 John Deere Classic on the PGA Tour. It is therefore not surprising that the tour pro, who has played on the Korn Ferry Tour in the meantime, has not achieved any extraordinary fame with his sporting achievements. On X (Twitter), however, Kim’s number of followers is constantly growing: Almost 120,000 accounts now follow the US American’s informative and entertaining posts on the platform, where he reports on his everyday life as a professional golfer. Kim is currently causing a stir with his publication of fineable offenses on the PGA Tour, including slow play and vulgar terms. The 30-year-old thus provides an insight into the little-known details of how and why the PGA Tour punishes its players.

According to Michael Kim, the PGA Tour penalizes slow play particularly severely: A player who is in a flight that is issued a penalty for slow play ten times will receive a fine of 50,000 US dollars. Each additional warning adds 5,000 US dollars. This happens more often than is known, but no player talks about it for fear of negative reactions from the public. According to Kim, the fine is even to be doubled next year. Other fines include vulgar language and swearing on live television, unclean handling of the pitch (raking the bunker and repairing uneven surfaces) and inappropriate behavior towards volunteers. There was a particularly curious case of a fine on the Korn Ferry Tour: There, players allegedly left water on a tree due to a lack of toilets, whereupon a local resident complained. According to Kim, however, all proceeds from fines are used by the PGA Tour for charitable purposes, reason enough for him to “maybe [use] more slow play.”

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Scheffler, Schauffele & Co at the Memorial Tournament

The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday is being held at the Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio, USA. As a significant event on the PGA Tour, it features a par of 72 and offers a prize fund of $20 million. Viktor Hovland is the defending champion.

PGA Tour Tee Times for American Players

Davis Thompson starts his first round at 07:40 from Tee 1. He will play alone for both rounds. His second round begins at 10:50 from Tee 1.

Peter Malnati tees off at 07:50 from Tee 1 along with Stephan Jaeger (GER). For the second round, he will begin at 11:00 from Tee 1.

Matt Kuchar starts his first round at 08:00 from Tee 1 with fellow American Nick Dunlap. His second round begins at 11:10 from Tee 1.

Jake Knapp begins his first round at 08:10 from Tee 1, with compatriot Ben Griffin. His second round starts at 11:20 from Tee 1.

Brendon Todd is scheduled to tee off at 08:20 from Tee 1, alongside Byeong-hun An (KOR). His second round will commence at 11:35 from Tee 1.

Lucas Glover will tee off at 08:30 from Tee 1 with Emiliano Grillo (ARG). His second round starts at 11:45 from Tee 1.

Andrew Putnam starts his first round at 08:40 from Tee 1, accompanied by Sungjae Im (KOR). His second round starts at 11:55 from Tee 1.

Adam Schenk starts his first round at 09:05 from Tee 1, with fellow American Eric Cole. His second round starts at 12:15 from Tee 1.

Denny McCarthy will tee off at 09:15 from Tee 1 with Tom Kim (KOR). His second round starts at 12:25 from Tee 1.

Cameron Young begins his first round at 09:25 from Tee 1, accompanied by Adam Svensson (CAN). His second round starts at 12:35 from Tee 1.

Tom Hoge tees off at 09:35 from Tee 1 with Cam Davis (AUS). For the second round, he will begin at 12:45 from Tee 1.

Chris Kirk starts his first round at 09:45 from Tee 1, with countryman Keegan Bradley as his playing partner. His second round starts at 1:00 from Tee 1.

Wyndham Clark begins his first round at 10:05 from Tee 1, accompanied by fellow American Patrick Cantlay. His second round starts at 1:20 from Tee 1.

Xander Schauffele tees off at 10:20 from Tee 1 with Viktor Hovland (NOR). For the second round, he will begin at 1:30 from Tee 1.

Scottie Scheffler starts his first round at 10:30 from Tee 1, with Ludvig Åberg (SWE) as his playing partner. His second round starts at 1:40 from Tee 1.

Billy Horschel will tee off at 10:40 from Tee 1 with compatriot Will Zalatoris. His second round starts at 1:50 from Tee 1.

Akshay Bhatia begins his first round at 10:50 from Tee 1, accompanied by Matthieu Pavon (FRA). His second round starts at 2:00 from Tee 1.

Chris Gotterup will tee off at 11:00 from Tee 1 with Victor Perez (FRA). His second round starts at 7:40 from Tee 1.

Rickie Fowler will tee off at 9:35 from Tee 1 with American Max Homa. His second round starts at 12:45 from Tee 1.

Tony Finau begins his first round at 10:05 from Tee 1, paired with countryman Patrick Rodgers. His second round starts at 1:20 from Tee 1.

Justin Thomas will start at 11:55 from Tee 1, playing alongside Rory McIlroy (NIR). His second round starts at 1:55 from Tee 1.

Jordan Spieth begins his first round at 12:35 from Tee 1, with fellow American Brian Harman as his partner. His second round starts at 2:35 from Tee 1.

Collin Morikawa tees off at 13:00 from Tee 1 with Hideki Matsuyama (JPN). His second round starts at 15:00 from Tee 1.

Start Time (Round 1) Start Time (Round 2) Player Nationality Playing Partners (R1) Nationalities (R1)
07:40 10:50 Davis Thompson USA
07:50 11:00 Peter Malnati USA Stephan Jaeger GER
08:00 11:10 Matt Kuchar USA Nick Dunlap USA
08:10 11:20 Jake Knapp USA Ben Griffin USA
08:20 11:35 Brendon Todd USA Byeong-hun An KOR
08:30 11:45 Lucas Glover USA Emiliano Grillo ARG
08:40 11:55 Andrew Putnam USA Sungjae Im KOR
09:05 12:15 Adam Schenk USA Eric Cole USA
09:15 12:25 Denny McCarthy USA Tom Kim KOR
09:25 12:35 Cameron Young USA Adam Svensson CAN
09:35 12:45 Tom Hoge USA Cam Davis AUS
09:45 1:00 Chris Kirk USA Keegan Bradley USA
10:05 1:20 Wyndham Clark USA Patrick Cantlay USA
10:20 1:30 Xander Schauffele USA Viktor Hovland NOR
10:30 1:40 Scottie Scheffler USA Ludvig Åberg SWE
10:40 1:50 Billy Horschel USA Will Zalatoris USA
10:50 2:00 Akshay Bhatia USA Matthieu Pavon FRA
11:00 7:40 Chris Gotterup USA Victor Perez FRA
11:55 1:55 Justin Thomas USA Rory McIlroy NIR
12:35 2:35 Jordan Spieth USA Brian Harman USA
13:00 15:00 Collin Morikawa USA Hideki Matsuyama JPN
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PGA Tour Tee Times: Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose at the Memorial Tournament

The PGA Tour Tee Times for the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday in Dublin, Ohio, have been announced. This major event takes place at the Muirfield Village Golf Club and features a prize pool of 20 million USD. Viktor Hovland is the defending champion. The event will be broadcasted on Sky with coverage starting at 17:00 on Thursday and Friday, and at 16:30 on Saturday and Sunday. The tournament is set to challenge the best golfers at a par-72 course.

PGA Tour Tee Times for British Golfers

Rory McIlroy, representing Northern Ireland, starts his first round at 18:20 alongside Justin Thomas from the USA. His second-round tee time is 14:55.

English golf star Justin Rose tees off his first round at 18:10. He will play with Jason Day from Australia. Rose’s second round begins at 14:45.

Tommy Fleetwood, another prominent English golfer, begins his first round at 17:05. He is paired with Harris English from the USA. Fleetwood’s second-round start time is at 13:40.

Matthew Fitzpatrick from England starts his tournament at 13:55, accompanied by Shane Lowry from Ireland. Fitzpatrick’s second round will tee off at 17:05.

Shane Lowry of Ireland, although not British but closely followed by British fans, begins his first round at 13:40, playing with Sungjae Im from South Korea. Lowry’s second round is scheduled for 16:55.

RoundPlayerStart TimeFlight PartnerFlight Partner Nationality
1Rory McIlroy18:20Justin ThomasUSA
1Justin Rose18:10Jason DayAUS
1Tommy Fleetwood17:05Harris EnglishUSA
1Matthew Fitzpatrick13:55Shane LowryIRL
1Shane Lowry13:40Sungjae ImKOR
2Rory McIlroy14:55Justin ThomasUSA
2Justin Rose14:45Jason DayAUS
2Tommy Fleetwood13:40Harris EnglishUSA
2Matthew Fitzpatrick17:05Shane LowryIRL
2Shane Lowry16:55Sungjae ImKOR

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Dashcam Video Released Shows Scottie Scheffler’s Encounter with Police

A recent dashcam video released by the Louisville Metro Police Department depicts golf star Scottie Scheffler during his encounter with law enforcement on May 17. The involved officer faces disciplinary action for a rule violation.

The dashcam footage captured Scottie Scheffler attempting to bypass a roadblock near Valhalla Golf Club. Scheffler, en route to his second round at the 2024 PGA Championship, was subsequently apprehended by a police officer.

Scottie Scheffler at the PGA Championship: The Police Incident

Detective Bryan Gillis stopped Scottie Scheffler on May 17 as he entered the closed lanes. Gillis reported Scheffler disregarding instructions and proceeding, causing the officer to fall to the ground. Scheffler was charged with aggravated assault, property damage, reckless driving, and disobeying a law enforcement officer, charges he denies. Detective Bryan Gillis did not activate his bodycam during the incident and was disciplined as a result.

Release of Dashcam Footage

The dashcam video released by the police shows Scheffler slowly passing a barrier at around 5 mph on his way to Valhalla Golf Club, before being surrounded and arrested by officers. This blockade was set up due to a fatal traffic accident that occurred on the morning of the PGA Championship’s second round. Scheffler claims he misunderstood police instructions and never intended to disobey them. There are also recordings from a fixed camera capturing the events.

Scottie Scheffler’s View On The Incident

Scheffler explained he was in a chaotic situation and misunderstood the officer’s instructions. His attorney, Steve Romines, emphasized Scheffler never assaulted an officer. The defense is preparing to resolve the case in court.

Disciplinary Action Against Officer Involved in Scottie Scheffler Incident

The officer in question, Detective Bryan Gillis, was disciplined for failing to activate his bodycam during the incident. According to LMPD Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel, this is a violation of departmental guidelines. Gillis received a “corrective action” noted in his personnel file. The police department stressed the importance of all officers activating their cameras in such situations.

The incident has sparked attention both within the police force and among the public. Scheffler himself emphasized his appreciation for law enforcement’s work and regretted the misunderstanding.

Scheffler’s next court appearance has been postponed to June 3. In the meantime, he will continue participating in tournaments, including the PGA Tour’s Charles Schwab Challenge in Fort Worth, Texas, as both parties prepare for a legal resolution.

The Released Video Footage

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Scottie Scheffler’s Court Date Postponed Following Arrest

Scottie Scheffler’s court date, initially set for May 21st, has been postponed to June 3rd, according to his attorney Steve Romines, who informed the Golf Channel. Scheffler, currently the world’s number one golfer and this year’s US Masters champion, was arrested last Friday before the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship on multiple charges, including aggravated assault on a police officer.

Romines stated that Scheffler will plead not guilty to all charges. “I’ve been defending criminal cases for 30 years and have learned to never be surprised,” Romines commented, adding, “whoever reported [the charges] were going to be dismissed was not accurate.”

What Happened During Scottie Scheffler’s Arrest?

According to the police report, the incident occurred when Scottie Scheffler tried to escape a traffic jam that build because of a deadly accident friday morning. Detective Bryan Gillis stopped him and gave instructions that Scheffler refused to follow. Scheffler then accelerated, causing Det. Gillis to fall to the ground. Scheffler described the incident as a “big misunderstanding” and expressed confidence that the situation would be resolved.

In addition to aggravated assault, Scottie Scheffler was also charged with three other misdemeanors: vandalism, reckless driving, and disregarding an officer’s signals. He was booked into the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections and released at 8:40 AM, allowing him to return in time for his second round at Valhalla.

Scottie Scheffler’s Performance at the PGA Championship Despite Arrest

Scottie Scheffler entered the week as a favorite, having won the US Masters and claimed his fourth PGA Tour victory in five starts at the RBC Heritage. Despite the arrest and tumultuous circumstances, Scheffler managed to finish in a tie for eighth place. “On the course I have always been proud of my toughness out there,” Scheffler told CBS. “I try to keep the off course as quiet as possible and this week was obviously not that way, but I’m proud of the way we competed and posted a decent finish running on fumes.”

Despite the ongoing legal issues, Scottie Scheffler plans to participate in the Charles Schwab Challenge of the PGA Tour in Fort Worth, Texas.

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Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll File for Divorce Amid Major Preparations

Rory McIlroy, the Northern Irish golfer, filed for divorce from his wife Erica Stoll. The filing, which was submitted in Palm Beach County in Florida, declares their marriage as “irretrievably broken.” This news comes just days before the start of the second major of the year, the PGA Championships of 2024.

McIlroy’s Statement on Divorce

McIlroy’s team confirmed the news and emphasized McIlroy’s desire for a respectful and amicable process. In a statement published by the New York Post his manager, Sean O’Flaherty, stressed the importance of handling this difficult time with dignity.

The divorce petition, asks for the enforcement of a prenuptial agreement. The couple signed this agreement on March 7, 2017, just before their wedding on April 21, 2017, at Ashford Castle in Ireland. The ceremony was a high-profile event attended by celebrities like Ed Sheeran and Chris Martin.

McIlroy and Stoll have one daughter, Poppy Kennedy McIlroy, born in 2020. The divorce documents request shared parental responsibility and a co-parenting plan to ensure equal timesharing. The petition also highlights that both parties are capable of supporting their child financially.

Thomas Julian Sasser, McIlroy’s divorce attorney, is well-known for handling high-profile cases, including those of Tiger Woods and Jeff Gordon.

Divorce Filing Amid PGA Championship Preparations

Erica Stoll has been a supportive presence throughout McIlroy’s career, often seen at tournaments on the PGA Tour and even serving as his caddie on occasion. Public records list their residence in Jupiter, Florida, an estate valued at over $22 million.

McIlroy and Stoll’s relationship began at the 2012 Ryder Cup, where Stoll worked as a PGA transport official. They started dating in 2014, shortly after McIlroy ended his engagement with tennis star Caroline Wozniacki. The 35-year-old recently won the Wells Fargo Championship and is among the favorites for the upcoming PGA Championship.

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Scottie Scheffler Announces Birth of His First Child

For world number one Scottie Scheffler, a lot has happened in the past few days. Recently, the American golfer took a short break from the PGA Tour. Last week, his son was born. Scheffler had already announced beforehand that he would exclude participation in the PGA Championship 2024 if the birth of his child falls within the tournament period. After the birth, there is now nothing standing in the way of his participation in the second major of the year.

Scottie Scheffler’s announces Family Addition

Scheffler recently provided an update to his fans via Instagram, where he directed heartfelt words to his newborn: “Welcome to the world little one. Your mom & dad love you so much.”

For PGA Tour star Scottie Scheffler and his wife Meredith Scudder, it is their first child. Although there has been no confirmation from the parents themselves, the official PGA Tour website announced that they have welcomed a baby boy named Bennett. Scheffler’s son was born on May 8th.

PGA Championship 2024: Scottie Scheffler to Compete in Major

These news should bring joy not only to Scottie Scheffler and his wife but also to golf fans, as Scheffler will not only become a father for the first time but also compete in the second major tournament of the year, the PGA Championship 2024. Previously, the 27-year-old had announced that he would exclude participation if the birth fell during the tournament period. With son Bennett being born last week, he will be part of the field for the PGA Championship 2024, competing for his second major title of the year.

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PGA Tour Live Blog: Taylor Pendrith celebrates maiden win in Texas

THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2024 Live Scores

The THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson in the season 2024 is being played in McKinney, Texas, United States of America at the TPC Craig Ranch. The tournament starts at the Thursday, 2nd of May and ends at the Sunday, 5th of May 2024.
The THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson is part of the PGA Tour in the season 2024. In 2024 all players competing for a total prize money of $9,500,000.
The course for the tournament at TPC Craig Ranch plays at Par 71.

After the team tournament last week, the PGA Tour returns to its usual format. In Texas, the players will compete in the tournament dedicated to the American golf legend Byron Nelson.

PGA Tour live

Through the Golf Post Live Blog you can follow all results on the PGA Tour live. Alongside the DP World Tour (formerly the European Tour), the PGA Tour is the world’s largest tournament series in men’s professional golf. The tour attracts prize money that is just as high as the level of the international elite that comes together at quite a few of the tournaments. The annual highlights of the season are the four major tournaments (co-sanctioned by the DP World Tour), the Players Championship and the final FedExCup playoffs, which conclude the season every year. Signature events were created for this purpose. These include the three FedExCup playoff tournaments, The Sentry, the invitational tournaments (Genesis Invitational, Arnold Palmer Invitational and Memorial Tournament) and four other tournaments, which can change annually.

The PGA Tour has gained its importance primarily through its ability to retain top players through the attractiveness of the tournaments and the size of the prize money, which has risen steadily in recent years. The FedExCup is the American equivalent of the European Race to Dubai, with players collecting points throughout the season until the FedExCup winner is crowned in three tournaments in August. The FedExCup playoffs consist of three tournaments: the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the BMW Championship and the final Tour Championship. The winner of the Tour Championship also becomes the winner of the FedEx Cup and secures the record jackpot of 25 million US dollars.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: The British Golfers Tee Off At CJ Cup Byron Nelson

The PGA Tour brings us The CJ CUP Byron Nelson, which will take place in McKinney, Texas, USA. The event will be sprawled on the lush greens of the TPC Craig Ranch Club. The tournament, carrying a prize purse of $9,500,000 will see last year’s defender, Jason Day, attempting to maintain his title. The tournament will be played on a par 71 course.

The PGA Tour Tee Times and Groups for the British Players

Ben Taylor from England is all set to play the first round at the CJ CUP Byron Nelson at 13:12, where he will pair up with his group members, Ryan Palmer and Josh Teater from USA. The second day will see the same group teeing off for round two.

Next, Matt Wallace, another English golfer, will kick off his tournament at 13:23 in round 1. His group includes Daniel Berger and Cameron Champ from USA. Wallace will stick with the same group for the second round with the PGA Tour Tee Times mentioned in the table below.

English-man Callum Tarren is scheduled for a later tee time of 14:18 with his group members Maverick McNealy and Chesson Hadley representing USA. They will return together for the second-round together at the same time.

From Scotland, Robert MacIntyre will play alongside Ze-cheng Dou from China and Raul Pereda from Mexico, starting their round at 14:29. They will keep the same setup for the second-round.

The 16-year old British golf prodigy Kris Kim will be teeting off at hole 10 15:02 with American Duo Max Greyserman and Norman Xiong.

Harry Hall from England will begin his participation at 18:22. He will play alongside David Lipsky from the USA and Sung Kang from Korea. The three will team up yet again at the same time for the second round on the following day.

Martin Laird from Scotland will begin his first round of play in the afternoon at 19:17 along with Troy Merritt and Ryan Moore representing the USA. The trio will join forces again for round two.

The other player from England, Aaron Rai is scheduled to tee off at 19:28 in round one, sharing the greens with Henrik Norlander from Sweden and Sam Ryder from the USA. This lot is grouped together for the second round as well.

David Skinns, another player from England, tees off at 20:12 with Tom Whitney from the USA and Paul Barjon from France. They will maintain the same grouping in the second round.

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Tiger Woods Discusses Sun Day Red and Masters Memes on Jimmy Fallon

Tiger Woods appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” where he offered both humor and deep insights into his illustrious career and recent ventures. Beyond his unmatched legacy in golf, Woods is now making waves in the fashion world with his Sun Day Red apparel line, which was a key topic of discussion during the show.

An Evening of Insights and Laughter with Tiger Woods on Jimmy Fallon

Woods described the line as being crafted to boost athletic performance, bringing a fresh aesthetic to golf wear. He emphasized that the focus is on the athlete, aiming to enhance performance through thoughtful design.

He also delved into the history behind the brand, linking it to the red shirts he famously wore during Sunday tournaments—a nod to his mother’s belief that red was his “power color.” Despite experimenting with blue, Woods shared with a chuckle that he quickly realized red truly was the better choice as his game seemed off in other colors.

“The red story is actually a good one. It comes from my mom. My mom thought it was, being a capricorn, whatever, it was power color, some BS thing like that. I end up wearing red and winning some junior golf tournaments. And then to spite her, I wore blue and I did not win those tournaments, so, Mom is always right.”

The episode wasn’t solely about fashion; it also included a humorous discussion about a viral meme from this year’s Masters Tournament, showing Woods seemingly greeting a tree.

Woods shared personal anecdotes as well, particularly about his children, shedding light on his role as a father amidst his sporting achievements. He recounted how his son Charlie started imitating golf swings early on, using whatever was at hand around the house.

The friendly banter continued with Woods challenging Fallon to a ping-pong match, hinting at a lighthearted rivalry beyond the golf greens.

While delving into new fields, Woods’ passion for golf remains steadfast. He discussed his recent play at the Masters and his preparation for the upcoming PGA Championship, underscoring his readiness to compete at elite levels.

Watch Tiger Woods full appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon”