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8/19/24
GOLF NEWS
The Old Course at St. Andrews 101
Want to learn about the Old Course at St. Andrews? Here are a few highlights from our archive to get you started
7/09/24
GOLF NEWS
Keegan Bradley Named 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain
A surprise announcement that could signal change within Team USA
6/19/24
GOLF NEWS
On a Truly Consequential U.S. Open
Exploring how and why the 2024 U.S. Open mattered in ways we too rarely see
6/17/24
GOLF NEWS
The Undeniable Talent of Bryson DeChambeau
Lost in all the extracurricular Bryson conversation and narrative: he's been a killer competitor his whole career
6/17/24
GOLF NEWS
A Haunting Loss for Rory McIlroy
Rory had a U.S. Open win in his grasp at Pinehurst No. 2, right up until he didn't
6/17/24
GOLF NEWS
How Pinehurst No. 2 Epitomized the New U.S. Open Setup Formula
For one week, the USGA found a middle ground between carnage and playability
6/17/24
GOLF NEWS
Has Rory Seen Enough Sundays Like That One?
As recently as 2023 at LACC, Rory seemed eager to keep battling despite tough losses. But can that really last?
6/16/24
GOLF NEWS
Bryson DeChambeau Wins the 2024 U.S. Open
Bryson DeChambeau held on late to win his second U.S. Open, while Rory McIlroy saw his drought extended in wrenching fashion
6/15/24
GOLF NEWS
Checking on the Contenders & Why No. 9 Just Works
Our recap from Saturday at the 2024 U.S. Open
6/14/24
GOLF NEWS
The Artist’s Happy Era
Bryson DeChambeau seems, well, happy? How that outlook and a newfound strategic restraint have Bryson in contention once again
6/14/24
GOLF NEWS
The State of the Supergroup and the Value of Variety
From Rory McIlroy to Scottie Scheffler to Bryson DeChambeau to Tiger Woods, there is a lot to talk about from the second round of the U.S. Open
6/13/24
GOLF NEWS
In Praise of the Olds (Even Sergio)
Finding the joy in watching late-career players performing on the big stage
6/13/24
GOLF NEWS
Recapping the First Round of the 2024 U.S. Open
Patrick Cantlay, Rory McIlroy, and Bryson DeChambeau are among those to shine bright during the first round of the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2
6/12/24
GOLF NEWS
Previewing the 2024 U.S. Open: Players to Watch, Course Notes, and More
As the golf world turns to Pinehurst No. 2 for the 2024 U.S. Open, we have all the (width and) angles covered for you
6/12/24
GOLF NEWS
Notes and Observations From the Ground at Pinehurst No. 2
Emptying the Pinehurst No. 2 notebook on the eve of the 2024 U.S. Open
6/11/24
GOLF NEWS
Are Bryson’s Bespoke Irons a Sign of Things to Come for Equipment Testing?
Bryson DeChambeau debuted a $10,000 set of irons at Augusta that were only approved that week by the USGA. So, what should we think about that?
6/11/24
GOLF NEWS
Club TFE Design Notebook: Architect Roundtable on Pinehurst No. 2
Plus: Some cool photos of The Kittansett Club
6/11/24
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: Best Bets for the 2024 U.S. Open
It's time for Paulie to hand out the coveted Best Bets for the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2
6/11/24
GOLF NEWS
2024 U.S. Open Tee Times to Watch
The best and most interesting tee times to watch during the first two rounds of the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2
6/10/24
GOLF NEWS
A Jon Rahm Status Check Ahead of the U.S. Open
After withdrawing from LIV Houston with a foot infection, what's the state of Jon Rahm's game heading into the U.S. Open at Pinehurst?
6/10/24
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2024 U.S. Open Longshots
Paulie examines a pool of longshots, finding some value in a reigning major champ and a former U.S. Open winner
6/10/24
GOLF NEWS
Andy’s 2024 U.S. Open Preview Mailbag
Andy Johnson answers questions about the USGA's anchor sites, what an American rota could look like, rough vs. short grass, and more
6/09/24
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2024 U.S. Open Favorites
As we head to Pinehurst, Paulie analyzes which favorites are primed for a good week on a non-traditional U.S. Open setup
6/06/24
GOLF NEWS
The June 6th Framework Agreement: One Year Later
What we've learned (and what we haven't) in the year since pro golf's seismic shift
6/05/24
GOLF NEWS
The U.S. Open Being “Open” Matters More Than Ever
A pair of stories from Golf's Longest Day brought some much needed perspective to the current world of golf
6/03/24
GOLF NEWS
The Architecture of Pinehurst No. 2
Previewing the 2024 U.S. Open venue with thoughts and insights from Bill Coore and Geoff Ogilvy
6/03/24
GOLF NEWS
How Yuka Saso Won Her Second U.S. Women’s Open
Breaking down how Yuka Saso aced Lancaster's difficult test with a brilliant final round
5/31/24
GOLF NEWS
Nelly, Lexi, and Other Notes From Friday at the U.S. Women’s Open
Observations from the Lancaster grounds on an amateur run, a few goodbyes, and the best player in the world missing the cut
5/29/24
GOLF NEWS
Players and Storylines to Watch at the 2024 U.S. Women’s Open
Examining the top storylines, players to watch, notes on Lancaster Country Club, and more as we preview the 2024 U.S. Women's Open.
5/28/24
GOLF NEWS
Bright Lights of the U.S. Women’s Open Set to Shine on Nelly Korda
The 2024 U.S. Women's Open is set for Lancaster Country Club this week, and a lot more attention than usual should be watching Nelly Korda.
5/19/24
GOLF NEWS
Xander Schauffele Wins the 2024 PGA Championship
Xander Schauffele birdied 18 to win the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla by one stroke over Bryson DeChambeau
5/19/24
GOLF NEWS
Bryson DeChambeau Sees Increased Fan Support at Valhalla
The runner up at the 2024 PGA Championship also was the fan favorite
5/19/24
GOLF NEWS
Collin Morikawa Gets Dropped From Coverage
In contention on Sunday, Collin Morikawa ran out of gas at the 2024 PGA Championship
5/18/24
GOLF NEWS
Valhalla’s Open-Book Test on Display at the PGA Championship
What makes Valhalla susceptible to scoring like this, soft or not?
5/18/24
GOLF NEWS
Contextualizing Shane Lowry’s 62 at the PGA Championship
Shane Lowry's 62 tied for the lowest round ever in a major. It's also the second 62 this week.
5/18/24
GOLF NEWS
Odds and Ends From Saturday at the PGA Championship
Notes & observations from the third round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla
5/17/24
GOLF NEWS
Scottie Scheffler Arrested at PGA Championship in Louisville
Scottie Scheffler was arrested and charged with multiple counts after a traffic incident Friday morning
5/17/24
GOLF NEWS
Reacting to Scottie Scheffler’s Wild Friday at the PGA Championship
What it felt like to watch as Scottie Scheffler went to jail and then shot 66 at Valhalla during the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship
5/17/24
GOLF NEWS
Odds and Ends from Friday at the 2024 PGA Championship
Xander Schauffele, Bryson DeChambeau, Collin Morikawa, and other bits from the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla
5/16/24
GOLF NEWS
It’s Time for Xander Schauffele to End the Narrative
Xander Schauffele leads the 2024 PGA Championship. Can he finally win a major championship?
5/16/24
GOLF NEWS
Odds & Ends From Thursday at the PGA Championship
Notes & observations from the opening round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla
5/15/24
GOLF NEWS
2024 PGA Championship Preview: Key Players, Storylines, and More
A whiparound preview of all the angles we're tracking at this week's PGA Championship
5/15/24
GOLF NEWS
The Stakes for Rory McIlroy Are Clear
Returning to the site of his last major win after a drought of 10 years, Rory could really use the win
5/15/24
GOLF NEWS
Scottie Scheffler Is the PGA Favorite for a Reason
Scottie Scheffler heads to Valhalla with the chance to fire up a Grand Slam frenzy
5/15/24
GOLF NEWS
For Brooks Koepka, Every Major Is a Shot at History
Brooks Koepka heads to Valhalla with the chance to distance himself from his few active peers
5/15/24
GOLF NEWS
Three Valhalla Talking Points Ahead of the PGA Championship
A few elements of Valhalla to watch for this week during the PGA Championship
5/15/24
GOLF NEWS
2024 PGA Championship Preview: Talking Through Valhalla
Will Knights and Matt Rouches dive into the pros and cons of Valhalla Golf Club
5/14/24
GOLF NEWS
A New Day: The Wildly Fun 2014 PGA
Even before the Rory win in the dark, the 2014 PGA was a ride that ushered in a new era of how majors are consumed
5/14/24
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: Best Bets for the 2024 PGA Championship
It's glory's second shot for Paulie, who offers up his best bets for the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla
5/14/24
GOLF NEWS
Our Favorite Tee Times at the 2024 PGA Championship
When to tune in to watch the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla
5/13/24
GOLF NEWS
Rory’s Peaking for the PGA Championship, and He’s Not the Only One
Ahead of the PGA Championship at Valhalla, Rory isn't the only star player in top form
5/13/24
GOLF NEWS
Club TFE Design Notebook: Pre-Empting the Valhalla Eulogies
Plus: A Q&A with the developers behind Brambles, Old Barnwell, and The Tree Farm
5/13/24
GOLF NEWS
Three Longshots to Watch at the 2024 PGA Championship
Paulie combs through the longer odds to find some Valhalla value
5/10/24
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2024 PGA Championship Favorites
Breaking down what it takes to win at Valhalla, and which of the favorites to watch closely
5/10/24
GOLF NEWS
Notes on Pinehurst No. 2 Ahead of the U.S. Open
A taste of what makes Pinehurst No. 2 a great American golf course
4/16/24
GOLF NEWS
What I Learned From My Lottery Round at Augusta National
Getting to play Augusta National is a dream for many, but a reality for just a few
4/15/24
GOLF NEWS
Scottie Scheffler Is Who We Thought He Was
The 2024 Masters ended as many expected, with Scottie Scheffler on top
4/15/24
GOLF NEWS
Welcome to the Ludvig Åberg Show
Ludvig Åberg announced his presence at the 2024 Masters
4/15/24
GOLF NEWS
Extreme Lengths
Augusta National provided an incredible test at the 2024 Masters, but it also highlighted an approaching tipping point
4/14/24
GOLF NEWS
2024 Masters Odds and Ends
Max Homa, Collin Morikawa, and Augusta National thoughts after the 2024 Masters
4/13/24
GOLF NEWS
Recapping the Third Round of the 2024 Masters
Scottie Scheffler holds the 54-hole lead at Augusta National as he looks for his second Masters title
4/12/24
GOLF NEWS
The Two Sides of Tiger Were on Display at Augusta National
Both sides of Tiger Woods were on display at Augusta National as he made the cut for a record 24th straight time at the Masters
4/12/24
GOLF NEWS
Recapping the Second Round of the 2024 Masters
Bryson DeChambeau steadies himself, Max Homa stays strong, and other notes from the second round of the 2024 Masters
4/11/24
GOLF NEWS
An Illuminating Shot From Scottie Scheffler
Scottie Scheffler's skill is on full display at Augusta National during the 2024 Masters
4/11/24
GOLF NEWS
My Kid’s First Communion Is on Masters Sunday
A whole new meaning to Amen Corner
4/11/24
GOLF NEWS
Recapping the First Round of the 2024 Masters
Bryson DeChambeau and Scottie Scheffler top the storylines during the first round of the 2024 Masters
4/10/24
GOLF NEWS
The Greatest Play-Caller in Golf
Scottie Scheffler is dominating golf thanks to planning as much as execution
4/10/24
GOLF NEWS
The Players and Storylines to Watch at the 2024 Masters
Who (and what) our staff is tracking at Augusta National for the 2024 Masters
4/10/24
GOLF NEWS
As Augusta’s Muni, The Patch Has Plenty of Potential
Notes from a visit to The Patch, Augusta's soon-to-be-renovated municipal course
4/10/24
GOLF NEWS
Takeaways From Fred Ridley’s Masters Press Conference
What we learned from Fred Ridley's wide-ranging Masters press conference
4/09/24
GOLF NEWS
Ranking the Chasers for the 2024 Masters
Back-nine charges are part of what make the Masters great, but not every favorite is a scary chaser on Masters Sunday
4/09/24
GOLF NEWS
Our Favorite Tee Times at the 2024 Masters
Rory/Scottie/Xander and all of the other groups we'll be watching closely at the 2024 Masters
4/09/24
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Best Bets for the 2024 Masters
The best bets for the 2024 Masters at Augusta National, including a Phil Mickelson pick
4/08/24
GOLF NEWS
Five Things About the 2024 Masters with Trevor Immelman
CBS analyst and Masters champion Trevor Immelman joined Andy to break down the week ahead at Augusta National
4/08/24
GOLF NEWS
The Masters and Its Patrons
At a time when golf fans rarely feel prioritized, the Masters continues to put them first
4/07/24
GOLF NEWS
An Early Course Scouting Report from Augusta National
A firsthand look at some of the changes made to Augusta National ahead of the 2024 Masters
4/06/24
GOLF NEWS
No Zones: The Worst Places to Miss at Augusta National
The spots at Augusta National that often lead to bogeys or worse
4/06/24
GOLF NEWS
Geoff Ogilvy’s Notes on Augusta National
A cheat sheet from Geoff Ogilvy on every hole at the Masters venue
4/06/24
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s 2024 Masters Favorites and Picks
Paulie scouts 2024 Masters favorites and breaks down what it takes to succeed at Augusta National
4/06/24
GOLF NEWS
Four 2024 Masters Longshots to Watch at Augusta National
Paulie takes a look at four 2024 Masters longshots to keep your betting eye on at the 2024 Masters
3/29/24
GOLF NEWS
Bryson DeChambeau Accidentally Films a Pro-Rollback Video
Bryson DeChambeau set out to film an anti-rollback YouTube video. He did the opposite.
10/02/23
GOLF NEWS
Accounting for Another American Failure
Dissecting how it all went wrong again for the USA in a European Ryder Cup
10/02/23
GOLF NEWS
European Union
What Luke Donald and Europe got right on the way to another Ryder Cup rout
9/27/23
GOLF NEWS
A Brief History of USA Ryder Cup Failure in Europe
The American team in Rome can end a three-decade drought full of recriminations, finger-pointing, and failure
9/26/23
GOLF NEWS
The Year of the Weird Putter Comes to the Ryder Cup
Quirky putters will feature prominently at golf’s most pressurized event. What does that say about the changing attitudes on unconventional flatsticks?
8/02/23
GOLF NEWS
Look What the Cat Got Dragged Into
The Tour's ever-evolving structure now involves more Tiger Woods and player control
8/01/23
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2023 Wyndham Championship
An "old" Donald Ross provides the last examination of the regular season
7/21/23
GOLF NEWS
Of Rakes and Revets
A unique and penal conditioning choice is softened in the middle of The Open at Hoylake
7/17/23
GOLF NEWS
Rickie Reborn
Rickie's appeal has never been greater as the Open returns to the scene of his runner-up
7/14/23
GOLF NEWS
Moving Backwards
Rory's persimmon exhibition in Scotland further demonstrates the equipment over-simplification in golf
7/12/23
GOLF NEWS
The PGA Tour Goes to Washington
What we heard as the PGA Tour testified at the Senate, and what we learned from a related document release
7/07/23
GOLF NEWS
USGA Setup Snags and Rollback Reinforcements: A Pebble Case Study
Digging in at the 11th hole to illustrate the impacts of narrowing fairways and the distance gains on the PGA Tour
6/28/23
GOLF NEWS
How Does This Frame Work?
The official framework agreement for the PGA Tour and PIF merger creates more questions than answers
6/23/23
GOLF NEWS
Seat’s Taken
Has the USGA overreacted to critiques of the past decade in plotting out its future U.S. Open schedule for the next 20 years?
6/22/23
GOLF NEWS
We Cannot Be Spooked by Low Scores
Wrestling with a report of Oakmont members grumbling over low scores at Hanse restored LACC
6/19/23
GOLF NEWS
Wyndham’s Reward
Up against some of golf's power players, Wyndham Clark shows he has what it takes to win the U.S. Open
6/19/23
GOLF NEWS
Still Searching
Rory McIlroy came up short at LACC, but his approach was better than events past
6/19/23
GOLF NEWS
Some Closing Thoughts on LACC and Championship Golf Architecture
Reflections on the awkward fit between great design and our national championship
6/19/23
GOLF NEWS
Too Good to be True
Rickie Fowler surprised everyone this weekend, showing everyone he still has something left
6/18/23
GOLF NEWS
Sunday Weight
Heavy is the crown that lies ahead on U.S. Open Sunday
6/18/23
GOLF NEWS
Player Critiques Start to Flow
After three rounds at the 2023 U.S. Open, players start to open up about their thoughts on LACC
6/16/23
GOLF NEWS
The Great U.S. Open Scoring Debate
Low scores at Los Angeles Country Club have restarted an annual tradition
6/16/23
GOLF NEWS
I’m Ready to Get Hurt Again
Rory McIlroy is once again in major championship contention
6/16/23
GOLF NEWS
Eights and Mental Mistakes
Dustin Johnson made a mess of the second hole at LACC on Friday
6/15/23
GOLF NEWS
WOWgr: U.S. Open Edition – Most Tackleable Golfers at LACC
A special spin on Will's Official Weekly golf ranking
6/15/23
GOLF NEWS
Rooting for Rick
A Fowler major championship title would be quite the story
6/15/23
GOLF NEWS
Xander Schauffele is Going to Win the U.S. Open
What else do you need to know?
6/15/23
GOLF NEWS
Scheff’s Kiss
Scottie Scheffler showed continued signs of brilliance at LACC
6/15/23
GOLF NEWS
Feeling Right at Homa
Max Homa gets off to a solid start at Los Angeles Country Club
6/15/23
GOLF NEWS
Free Vik
It's time to get Viktor Hovland some proper attire
6/14/23
GOLF NEWS
2023 U.S. Open Roundtable Preview
The Fried Egg team previews all things about the U.S. Open at LACC
6/14/23
GOLF NEWS
Everything but Golf: Notes From the 2023 U.S. Open
The big issues and big favorite that owned the practice days at the 123rd U.S. Open
6/13/23
GOLF NEWS
Collin at a Crossroads
The instantly successful golden boy could loosen his grip in the midst of a slump
6/13/23
GOLF NEWS
The Time Is Now
With the LIV war calming, Rory McIlroy needs to find the aggression from his younger days at majors
6/13/23
GOLF NEWS
Best Bets for the 2023 U.S. Open
Paulie looks for some best bets to improve your week at the U.S. Open
6/12/23
GOLF NEWS
Five 2023 U.S. Open Longshots We Love
The most open field in golf gives us many "longshot" options, so Paulie made a couple picks for LACC
6/12/23
GOLF NEWS
2023 U.S. Open Tee Times to Watch
Groupings for the 2023 U.S. Open that are worth your time this week
6/12/23
GOLF NEWS
What Kind of Test Does the U.S. Open Want to Be?
The U.S. Open has experimented with different venues recently and it shouldn't stop
6/11/23
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2023 U.S. Open
The national championship debuts at a Los Angeles gem that few players, and certainly bettors, have seen in action
6/09/23
GOLF NEWS
Business First
A week when the money again overwhelmed a game
6/07/23
GOLF NEWS
2023 U.S. Open Preview Video: The Architecture of L.A.C.C. North
Los Angeles Country Club prepares to host its first major championship at the 2023 U.S. Open
6/07/23
GOLF NEWS
Empty Suits
A stunning about-face comes with many receipts of hypocrisy
6/07/23
GOLF NEWS
Victors, but No Winners
The race to proclaim winners and losers, from Jay to Phil to the PIF, in the PGA Tour merger is a fraught exercise
6/02/23
GOLF NEWS
Will’s Official Weekly Golf Ranking, Vol. 2023.22
Rose goes pro, Wolff's out at Smash, and J.B.'s Calcutta caper
5/26/23
GOLF NEWS
Will’s Official Weekly Golf Ranking, Vol. 2023.21
The Michael Block pop, the backlash, the backlash to the backlash, the confusion...an entire arc worthy of WOWgr
5/26/23
GOLF NEWS
Our #Blockwatch Is (or Should Be) Ended
Michael Block's rough round at Colonial is nothing to be ashamed of, but it may be time to move on, for his sake and ours
5/26/23
GOLF NEWS
The Damage of Claude Harmon’s Rant on LIV Coverage and the PGA Tour
How the son of Butch and coach of Brooks may regret the consequences of his rant.
5/22/23
GOLF NEWS
Brooks Koepka, Asked and Answered
How the old Brooks Koepka reemerged at Oak Hill
5/22/23
GOLF NEWS
Tracking Hovland’s Promising Progression
Major championship success isn't far off for Viktor Hovland
5/22/23
GOLF NEWS
Kicking Field Goals and Crooked Goalposts
A review of the test that faced players at Oak Hill
5/22/23
GOLF NEWS
Beers on Block
How a club pro stole the show at Oak Hill
5/22/23
GOLF NEWS
What No. 14 at Oak Hill Was Missing This Week
Why the drivable par-4 14th hole at Oak Hill East didn't quite work at the PGA Championship
5/22/23
GOLF NEWS
Scottie Scheffler and the Game of Inches
Where Scottie Scheffler fell short at Oak Hill
5/20/23
GOLF NEWS
2023 PGA Championship Final-Round Roundtable Preview
The Fried Egg team previews the final round of the PGA Championship
5/19/23
GOLF NEWS
We Are All #Blockheads
Michael Block continues to impress at the PGA Championship
5/18/23
GOLF NEWS
Bryson’s “Long Road” Back
It's good to have DeChambeau back in the mix
5/18/23
GOLF NEWS
Longing for the Long Iron
The first round of the PGA Championship displayed skill largely lost in modern men's professional golf
5/18/23
GOLF NEWS
Rory’s Sloppy Struggles
Wishing Rory McIlroy would clean up the small mistakes
5/18/23
GOLF NEWS
Expand and Separate
Appreciation for the new greens on Oak Hill's East Course
5/18/23
GOLF NEWS
The S-Word
The hosel was very relevant on Friday at Oak Hill
5/17/23
GOLF NEWS
Picks and Predictions for the 2023 PGA Championship at Oak Hill
Who and what we're excited about for the PGA and some thoughts on what will definitely happen at Oak Hill
5/16/23
GOLF NEWS
Chipping Away: Viktor Hovland’s Extreme Skill and Glaring Deficiency
The majors are an up-close exam of Hovland's superior skills and persistent weakness
5/16/23
GOLF NEWS
Best Bets for the 2023 PGA Championship
Paulie looks for some best bets to improve your week at the PGA Championship
5/15/23
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2023 PGA Championship
The DFS pricing for this week's 2023 PGA at Oak Hill yields some value at the very top. Let's not get cute.
5/15/23
GOLF NEWS
The Justin Thomas Dichotomy
Looking for interest in one of golf's great (the best?) shotmakers
5/15/23
GOLF NEWS
Five 2023 PGA Championship Longshots We Love
The deepest men's major field gives us some "longshot" options down the odds board, so Paulie tabs five he likes for Oak Hill
5/11/23
GOLF NEWS
2023 PGA Championship Preview Video: The Architecture of Oak Hill East
The PGA brings renowned Oak Hill back to the spotlight after a historic renovation by Andrew Green
4/10/23
GOLF NEWS
Big Bad Jon
Often described as too hotheaded, Jon Rahm knew exactly what strategy he wanted to employ to win a green jacket
4/09/23
GOLF NEWS
Azalea Returns to Form
Risk and reward have come back to the par-5 13th hole at the Masters
4/09/23
GOLF NEWS
A Sunday Undercard: Jordan Spieth and Phil Mickelson
Way back to start the final round of the Masters, Jordan Spieth and Phil Mickelson played a round for the ages.
4/08/23
GOLF NEWS
Saturday Notes from the Soggy Grounds at the Masters
Stray third-round observations from a rain-soaked Augusta National
4/08/23
GOLF NEWS
Tiger’s Saturday Struggles at Augusta National
Tiger Woods made the cut at the 2023 Masters, just not in his usual way
4/07/23
GOLF NEWS
Rory McIlroy’s Tradition at Augusta National
Another year passes without Rory McIlroy slipping into a green jacket
4/07/23
GOLF NEWS
Brooks Is Here
Brooks Koepka looks like his old self on his way to the 36-hole lead at the Masters
4/06/23
GOLF NEWS
Phil Mickelson’s Awkward Masters Comes to Life on the Course
During a weird and uncomfortable week, Phil Mickelson finds some life at Augusta National
4/06/23
GOLF NEWS
Newsletter: Masters Thursday Recap
Players take advantage of soft conditions during the first round of the 2023 Masters Tournament
4/06/23
GOLF NEWS
Yep, Players Are Still Going for the Green on No. 13
In spite of pre-Masters reports to the contrary, players are still going for the 13th green at Augusta National
4/05/23
GOLF NEWS
2023 Masters Preview Roundtable
The Fried Egg team gathers for a 2023 Masters Preview, roundtable style
4/05/23
GOLF NEWS
Will’s Official Weekly Golf Ranking, Vol. 2023.14: Masters Edition
A special Masters Edition of WOWgr breaks down the entire Masters field on the eve of the tournament
4/05/23
GOLF NEWS
How the Masters Works for Diehards and Dilettantes
The tournament that appeals to almost everyone is at a course that almost no one will ever play
4/05/23
GOLF NEWS
The Strategic Test of No. 5 at Augusta National
An analysis of an underrated hole at the Masters venue
4/05/23
GOLF NEWS
Future Changes We’d Like to See at Augusta National
A Masters wish list
4/04/23
GOLF NEWS
Anticipation: The Word of the Week at Augusta National
Shane Bacon on the buildup to the Masters Tournament
4/04/23
GOLF NEWS
LIV at the 2023 Masters
Cameron Smith and Brooks Koepka lead the way for LIV at Augusta National
4/04/23
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s 2023 Masters Best Bets
Paulie offers a few best bets to gamble on the Masters from a couple different angles
4/04/23
GOLF NEWS
Recapturing the Intrigue: No. 4 at Augusta National
The longest par 3 at Augusta National makes it difficult for the best long iron players to stand out
4/03/23
GOLF NEWS
Two Roses
The challenges of winning on the biggest stage, even when you're the best
4/02/23
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2023 Masters
The arrival of April means the Masters, but more importantly, Paulie's Picks for the Masters
4/02/23
GOLF NEWS
Five 2023 Masters Longshots We Love at Augusta National
Some sleepers heading into the 2023 Masters
3/31/23
GOLF NEWS
Notes (and Rose Puns) from the Augusta National Women’s Amateur
Some thoughts on Champions Retreat and the best golfer on the planet owning the stage at the ANWA
7/27/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks for the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic
The formula is pretty simple at Detroit Golf Club and Paulie has a few good options to play
6/21/22
GOLF NEWS
Coverage Contempt: The U.S. Open Backlash
More on how a great championship did not get a just presentation on television
6/21/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks for the 2022 Travelers Championship
Let's look for some insights at a course that has hosted this PGA Tour stop for many years
6/20/22
GOLF NEWS
Major Appreciation
The U.S. Open exhibited the part of pro golf that needs no fixing or disrupting
6/19/22
GOLF NEWS
The Era of the Sensible U.S. Open Setup
The USGA doesn’t “lose the course” anymore… and isn’t that a tiny bit sad?
6/17/22
GOLF NEWS
Phil Mickelson, the Relevant Golfer with Irrelevant Golf
Phil dialed it up for a crowd that might not be there for many more events in his new professional reality
6/16/22
GOLF NEWS
The U.S. Open Bomb Squad
The unusual measures the USGA has taken to make the driving range at The Country Club safe
6/15/22
GOLF NEWS
U.S. Open Picks and Predictions from The Fried Egg Staff
A roundtable on topics and themes from Brookline, and a few picks that will surely come true
6/14/22
GOLF NEWS
An Extremely Unofficial 2022 U.S. Open Rooting Guide
With the game in conflict, an attempt to marshal a rooting guide for Brookline
6/14/22
GOLF NEWS
Storylines to Watch at the 2022 U.S. Open
LIV defectors, Team Reed, Mike Whan, pairings, and other things to track at The Country Club
6/14/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Best Bets for the 2022 U.S. Open
A made-cut parlay and a few other options and props for the "toughest test in golf"
6/13/22
GOLF NEWS
Six 2022 U.S. Open Sleepers and Longshots We Love
Some sleepers heading into the 2022 U.S. Open at The Country Club in Brookline
6/13/22
GOLF NEWS
Gil Hanse on The Country Club in Brookline
One of today's busiest architects gives his thoughts on the 2022 U.S. Open venue
6/13/22
GOLF NEWS
Fried Egg Stories: The Open Doctor and His Monster
An audio documentary series on the Robert Trent Jones era in golf
6/12/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks for the 2022 U.S. Open at The Country Club
Some players and attributes to consider as the U.S. Open returns to Brookline
5/24/22
GOLF NEWS
Justin Thomas and Separating the Art from the Artist
A gay golf fan on JT's captivating play at the PGA Championship
5/24/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks for the 2022 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial
Colonial rewards a unique set of skills for the PGA Tour, and Paulie likes a recent Slam chaser
5/21/22
GOLF NEWS
The Shot-Shaping Talent of Justin Thomas Meets Its Moment at the PGA
Three notes from the ground at Southern Hills
5/19/22
GOLF NEWS
Rory Sprints, Tiger Hobbles, and the Sand Confounds on Day 1 at the PGA
Some major players and major problems that showed up in round 1 of the PGA
5/19/22
GOLF NEWS
Why Is the 12th Green Directly In Front of the 13th Tee at Southern Hills?
Awkwardly positioned tee boxes and runaway distance gains at the 2022 PGA Championship
5/18/22
GOLF NEWS
PGA Championship Picks and Predictions from The Fried Egg Staff
A roundtable on topics and themes from Southern Hills, and a few picks that will surely come true
5/18/22
GOLF NEWS
Can ‘Longshots’ Win a Men’s Major Championship Anymore?
We're in an era when the top of the world rankings exclusively own the 4 most important trophies in men's golf
5/18/22
GOLF NEWS
Three Notes from an Early Walk at the PGA Championship
A few scouting tips from a first stroll at Southern Hills
5/17/22
GOLF NEWS
Storylines to Track at the 2022 PGA Championship
Multiple generations with varying expectations clash at Southern Hills
5/17/22
GOLF NEWS
Jordan Spieth Is Closing the Distance
Spieth's chase for the career slam at the PGA will be aided by an improved weapon
5/17/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Best Bets for the 2022 PGA Championship
A winner, a contender, and some made cut options for the week at Southern Hills
5/16/22
GOLF NEWS
What to Know About Perry Maxwell
The life, work, and philosophy of the architect behind Southern Hills, site of the 2022 PGA Championship
5/16/22
GOLF NEWS
Five 2022 PGA Championship Longshots We Love
Some sleepers heading into the 2022 PGA at Southern Hills
5/15/22
GOLF NEWS
A PGA Primer on Southern Hills
What to expect from the Perry Maxwell-designed venue of the 2022 PGA Championship
5/15/22
GOLF NEWS
Podcast: Southern Hills Head Superintendent Russ Myers
The 2022 PGA host course sits in one of the more unique and challenging climates
5/15/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks for the 2022 PGA Championship at Southern Hills
Taking a look at some betting options and DFS plays for the test at Southern Hills
5/13/22
GOLF NEWS
The Art of the Opener: The 1st at Southern Hills
A video on how the 2022 PGA Championship starts on a hole that previews the entirety of what's to come
5/10/22
GOLF NEWS
TFE Roundtable: The PGA Tour’s Schedule Problem Between Majors
TFE staff discusses schedule doldrums, LIV waiver requests, and the fall of the Nelson
5/05/22
GOLF NEWS
Gil Hanse Discusses Southern Hills, Site of the 2022 PGA Championship
A video on the traits of the historic course and what the pros will confront at the PGA
4/13/22
GOLF NEWS
Strategy, Spectacle, and the Lengthened 15th Hole at Augusta National
How added length and an unusual wind affected play on No. 15 and created controversy at the 2022 Masters
4/10/22
GOLF NEWS
Rory McIlroy Finally Gets a Masters Without Sunday Scaries
There was no jacket, but at least this was a different Sunday experience
4/09/22
GOLF NEWS
The Quiet Virtues of Larry Mize’s Golf Game
How the 1987 Masters champion makes his way around Augusta National
4/08/22
GOLF NEWS
The Challenges of a Western Wind at the Masters
Carnage for competitors, fun for fans at Augusta National
4/08/22
GOLF NEWS
Tiger Woods Adds to the Legend in a Way That Can’t Be Measured
A different measure of Tiger's greatness
4/07/22
GOLF NEWS
The Eighth Hole at Augusta National and the Problem with Labels in Golf Architecture
The second par 5 at the home of the Masters reveals the limitations of sorting golf courses into buckets
4/07/22
GOLF NEWS
Tiger Woods Returns Limited But Not Lost at the Masters
The TFE staff reacts to Tiger's return at Augusta
4/07/22
GOLF NEWS
Podcast: Fred Couples and His 1992 Masters Win
A deep dive on the career of Fred Couples
4/06/22
GOLF NEWS
An Overhauled Introduction to Amen Corner
Assessing the significant changes to Augusta National's 11th hole
4/06/22
GOLF NEWS
Players React to Augusta National’s Latest Design Changes
Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and others offer thoughts on the recent renovations at the Masters venue
4/05/22
GOLF NEWS
Masters Picks and Predictions from The Fried Egg Staff
Augusta changes, Tiger's comeback, and other discussion points for 2022
4/05/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Favorite 2022 Masters Bets
Searching for sneaky value in your 2022 Masters bets? Check out Paulie's favorite matchups, props, and more
4/05/22
GOLF NEWS
Masters Tee Times Exhibit a Tiger Woods Who Is ‘Going to Play’
Some groups of intrigue, tough spots, and Tiger's draw
4/05/22
GOLF NEWS
Podcast: The Lost Masters with Curt Sampson
A deep dive into the 1968 Masters, the parallels between 1968 and 2020, and the role of sports in society
4/05/22
GOLF NEWS
Podcast: Masters Intel and Memories from Trevor Immelman
A conversation with 2008 champion Trevor Immelman about Augusta National and the Masters
4/04/22
GOLF NEWS
Storylines to Track at the 2022 Masters
Tiger Woods, Justin Thomas, first-timers, and other things to watch for at Augusta National
4/03/22
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2022 Masters
Fantasy golf picks for the 2022 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club
3/29/22
GOLF NEWS
Something More Than Ceremonial: Tiger Woods and the 2022 Masters Flirtation
As far as Tiger's Masters comebacks go, this one could be low stress
4/18/21
GOLF NEWS
No. 13 at Augusta National: A Postmortem
What the 13th hole at the Masters used to be, and what it is now
11/14/20
GOLF NEWS
Four Seasons Total Landscaping Speaks Out (about Augusta National)
A Philadelphia landscaping company’s perspective on maintenance and the Masters
9/23/19
GOLF NEWS
A Maxwellian Short 4: The 17th at Southern Hills
An in-depth analysis of the 17th hole at Southern Hills Country Club
8/05/19
GOLF NEWS
Championship Restoration: Southern Hills
Southern Hills Country Club and the future of championship golf
4/14/19
GOLF NEWS
The Art Behind Augusta’s Roars
Focal points in Alister MacKenzie's routings
4/14/19
GOLF NEWS
Worth the wait
Growing up a Tiger fan without actually seeing him win majors was incredibly frustrating. The 2019 Masters changed that.
4/13/19
GOLF NEWS
Down with Mystique
Tracking shots and puncturing Augusta's veil
4/13/19
GOLF NEWS
Bunkerless and Brilliant: The 14th at Augusta National
An analysis of the most underrated hole on the back nine of the Masters venue
4/11/19
GOLF NEWS
Raising the Bar: Streaming the 2019 Masters
The day Augusta National Golf Club changed golf coverage
4/10/19
GOLF NEWS
Paulie’s Picks: 2019 Masters
It's the biggest week of the year for fantasy golf, here's who Paulie likes at Augusta.
4/10/19
GOLF NEWS
Four longshots we love for the 2019 Masters
Looking for some under the radar guys for the Masters? Here are some names we think have a chance to compete at Augusta
4/09/19
GOLF NEWS
Drafting the 2019 Masters
With so many players seemingly ready to win this week, Andy and Will take turns drafting players they would want on their teams.
4/08/19
GOLF NEWS
All-Time Masters Strokes Gained Leaders
A look at the best Masters performers through the years.
4/05/18
GOLF NEWS
A Georgia Peach: No. 3 at Augusta National
An in-depth analysis of the third hole at Augusta National Golf Club
4/01/18
GOLF NEWS
Renaming the Holes at Augusta National
Augusta National's holes are named after plants on the property, but what if the names were based on history instead?
4/02/17
GOLF NEWS
Golf Course Architect Roundtable: Augusta National and the Masters
A discussion with the game's leading architects