Kevin Kisner looked like an average weekend hacker on the second night of TGL, and left Tiger Woods doubled over laughing in the process.
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John Daly said Tuesday that he's recovering from "emergency hand surgery" but expects to "be back playing in no time."
It's time for the American Express 2025! Will Nick Dunlap successfully defend his title? Check out how to watch the action on ESPN+ now.
2K's latest golf game will come out on Feb. 21, 2025, in early access ahead of a full release on Feb. 28, 2025.
Xander Schauffele is withdrawing from the American Express this week in the California desert.
The cover of PGA Tour 2K25 will feature Max Homa, Matt Fitzpatrick and Tiger Woods, 2K announced Monday.
Controlling spin is essential for precision on approach shots, especially when trying to land your ball close to the pin. Proper spin ensures the ball stops quickly on the green, avoids rolling into trouble, and can even backspin toward the hole when conditions are right. Here’s how to master spin control:
1. Use the Right Equipment
- Grooved Wedges: Ensure your wedges have clean grooves for maximum spin generation.
- Premium Golf Balls: Higher-quality balls are designed to grip the clubface and produce more spin.
- Club Selection: Choose a club that provides enough loft to impart spin effectively, like a pitching wedge, sand wedge, or lob wedge.
2. Make Clean Contact
- Why It Matters: Spin is generated through friction, and dirt, grass, or water can reduce this.
- How to Do It:
- Keep your grooves clean during the round.
- Position the ball slightly back in your stance for a clean, descending strike.
3. Adjust Swing Speed
- More Speed = More Spin: A faster clubhead speed creates more backspin.
- Tip: Accelerate through the ball while maintaining control of your swing.
4. Control Your Angle of Attack
- Steeper Attack for Spin: A steeper swing path creates more friction, generating higher spin.
- Practice Drill: Work on hitting down on the ball with a descending blow, focusing on crisp contact.
5. Pay Attention to Lie Conditions
- Tight Lies: Firm, short grass allows for better spin.
- Wet or Fluffy Lies: These reduce friction, so adjust expectations for less spin.
- Tip: Choose shots accordingly—flop shots work better from fluffy lies, while punch shots excel from tight lies.
6. Manage Spin Around the Greens
- Low Spin: Use a bump-and-run technique when you don’t need much spin.
- High Spin: For short, high-spin shots, open the clubface slightly, aim for the bottom of the ball, and accelerate through.
7. Experiment with Trajectory
- High Trajectory = More Spin: A higher ball flight with a soft landing will typically add more spin.
- Low Trajectory with Spin: Use a knockdown shot for spin on lower ball flights.
8. Understand Green Conditions
- Soft Greens: Balls with high spin will stop quickly or spin back.
- Firm Greens: Balls might roll out more, even with spin.
- Tip: Factor in the green’s firmness and slope when planning your shot.
9. Practice with Intent
- Drill: Place a towel a few yards in front of you and practice landing balls just beyond it, aiming for quick stops or spin-back on the target green.
- Focus: Work on hitting the ball crisp, with a descending blow and smooth acceleration.
10. Know When to Use Spin
- Not Always Necessary: Sometimes spin can lead to unpredictable results, such as sucking the ball off a green. Use it strategically when control is essential.
With consistent practice and attention to these tips, you'll gain mastery over your spin control, adding a new level of precision and confidence to your approach shots.
Srixon ZXi irons feature a new I-FORGED process and upgraded PureFrame and MainFrame tech. Here are four things to know.
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For those of you who might have someplace to be, I’m going to cut to the chase.
Compared to the 2023 balls, the 2025 Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x offer:
More speed off the teeMore control with the ironsMore spin with your wedgesIf that’s all you need to hear to try the new balls, cool. They go on sale Jan. 25 and they’re still $54.99 a dozen.
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If you want some of the behind-the-scenes stuff like the design objectives and how Titleist was able to achieve them, feel free to stick around.
Nick Taylor chipped in for eagle on the 18th hole to get into a playoff at the Sony Open before winning with a superb pitch that set up birdie to defeat Nico Echavarria.
Along the shores just east of Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, J.J. Spaun got up-and-down for birdie on the par-5 18th hole for a 5-under 65 to take a one-shot lead at the Sony Open going into a final round where several players remain in the mix.
Britain & Ireland completed a 17-8 win over Continental Europe in the Team Cup, with Tommy Fleetwood securing the point that clinched the victory.
Britain and Ireland dominated the two foursomes sessions and took an 11-4 lead over Continental Europe at the Team Cup. Britain and Ireland needs just two points to clinch the trophy.
Patrick Fishburn and Denny McCarthy share the lead in the Sony Open going into what figures to be a wide-open weekend at Waialae.
Jordan Spieth said he used his recovery from August wrist surgery as a chance to reset. "Having to take three months off swinging forces you to come back and be wet concrete," he told the AP.
Understanding the greens is a key skill for lowering your golf scores. Use these tips to read the terrain, predict ball movement, and make confident putts:
1. Analyze the Overall Slope
- Step back and observe the entire green. Look for higher and lower points to understand the general direction the ball will roll.
2. Walk Around the Hole
- View the putt from behind the ball, behind the hole, and from the sides. Each angle can reveal subtle breaks and slopes.
3. Read the Grain
- Check the grass direction. Shiny grass typically means you're putting with the grain (faster), while darker grass indicates putting against the grain (slower).
4. Look for Natural Indicators
- Water drains to lower areas, and greens often slope toward nearby ponds, bunkers, or fairways. Use these clues to anticipate ball movement.
5. Trust Your Feet
- While walking on the green, pay attention to how the slope feels under your feet. It’s often easier to sense subtle breaks through balance.
6. Practice Visualization
- Picture the ball’s path rolling toward the hole. Imagine how speed and slope will interact with the putt.
7. Factor in Speed
- The speed of your putt greatly influences how much a ball will break. Faster putts take straighter lines, while slower putts follow more pronounced curves.
8. Use a Consistent Routine
- Approach every putt with a systematic process. This builds confidence and ensures you don’t rush or miss subtle details.
9. Be Aware of Course Conditions
- Wet or dry greens, morning dew, or afternoon heat can affect ball speed and roll. Adapt your read based on conditions.
10. Practice Green Reading
- Spend time on the practice green to test your reads. Experiment with different slopes, speeds, and angles to improve your accuracy.
Mastering green reading is part science, part art, and all about practice. The more greens you read, the better you’ll become at judging break and speed, giving you an edge in your short game!
In this edition of Play Smart we explain a clever move that pros use to make sure their drives are shaped the way they want.
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Chrome is Callaway’s flagship golf ball franchise so I’m betting the new Chrome Tour Triple Diamond will receive most of the attention after the curtain comes down on all of their new golf ball releases.
But here’s a word to the wise for those of us who don’t possess “Tour-level” swing speed: Don’t sleep on the new versions of Callaway’s ERC Soft and Supersoft.
The mid-level, three-piece ERC Soft and entry-level two-piece Supersoft deserve their plaudits and remain integral to Callaway’s efforts in the ball category.
ERC Soft
I’m betting Ely Reeves Callaway, the late founder and CEO of Callaway Golf, would be pretty proud to have his initials on the ERC Soft golf ball.
Why? Nothing was more intoxicating to him than the feeling of a well-struck golf shot.
Paul Peterson, a 36-year-old PGA Tour rookie making his debut, is tied for the lead at the Sony Open with five others after shooting a 6-under 64.
