Lucas Herbert eagled his last hole to finish at 8-under 63 to take the first-round lead at the Australian Open, while Cameron Smith was two shots behind.
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The PGA Tour's Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy will play LIV's Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau in a made-for-TV match with a reported purse of $10M in crypto.
The 2024 U.S. Open champion started a challenge Nov. 13 in which he attempted to hit a hole-in-one over his house.
LIV Golf is expected to hire former NBA and NHL executive Scott O'Neil to replace Greg Norman as its CEO and commissioner, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Tiger Woods announced Monday he won't compete in next week's Hero World Challenge, an unofficial tournament he hosts in the Bahamas.
Focus on Your Alignment for Better Golf Shots
Proper alignment is a critical factor in achieving accuracy and consistency in your golf game. Here's how to ensure you’re aligned correctly before every shot:
1. Start with the Clubface
- Align the clubface square to your target.
- Focus on a specific point, like a blade of grass or a mark on the fairway, directly in line with your target.
2. Align Your Body Parallel to the Target Line
Your body should be positioned parallel to the line where you want the ball to travel:
- Feet:
- Position them shoulder-width apart and parallel to your target line.
- Hips:
- Keep them level and aligned with your feet.
- Shoulders:
- Match the alignment of your shoulders with your feet and hips for consistent shots.
3. Use Alignment Aids
- Place a club or alignment stick on the ground parallel to your target line during practice.
- Position another stick perpendicular to the target line to check foot and ball placement.
4. Check Your Ball Position
- For longer clubs (driver): Place the ball slightly forward, near your front heel.
- For shorter clubs (irons): Position the ball toward the center of your stance.
- Consistent ball placement ensures proper alignment with different clubs.
5. Visualize Your Shot
- Stand behind the ball and picture the path it should take.
- Pick a target point and align yourself accordingly before stepping into your stance.
6. Avoid Common Alignment Mistakes
- Over-Aiming: Trying to aim your body directly at the target instead of being parallel to it.
- Open or Closed Stance: Misalignment of your feet or shoulders can cause slices or hooks.
7. Test Your Alignment Regularly
- Practice alignment drills at the driving range to build muscle memory.
- Check your stance frequently during practice to ensure consistency.
By mastering your alignment, you’ll set the foundation for straighter, more accurate shots and greater confidence on the course.
Add Marina Alex to the list of players who have retired from the LPGA Tour this year, with the two-time tournament winner calling it a career after she finished tied for 12th in this past weekend's CME Group Tour Championship at Naples, Fla.
Maverick McNealy hit a 6-iron to 5 feet on the 18th hole and made the birdie putt to win the RSM Classic by one stroke for his first PGA Tour victory.
Maverick McNealy secured long-awaited his first career PGA Tour win at the RSM Classic. Here are the clubs he used to do it.
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Bryson DeChambeau has spent nearly two weeks trying to make a hole-in-one over his house. Millions of viewers have been following along.
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It took a handful of years and the last event of the 2024 season, but Maverick McNealy is finally a PGA Tour winner.
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With a thrilling eagle-birdie finish, Jeeno Thitikul won a record-setting $4 million first-place check on Sunday by capturing the CME Group Tour Championship, an event that featured the largest money prize in women's golf history.
Sunday was the end of the 2024 PGA Tour year, and also the end of full status for a handful of notable players.
The post 6 notable players who lost their PGA Tour card Sunday appeared first on Golf.
Jeeno Thitkul went eagle-birdie on the final two holes to race by Angel Yin and win the LPGA's CME Group Tour Championship.
The post Jeeno Thitikul shocks Angel Yin for CME Group Tour Championship title, $4 million prize appeared first on Golf.
Check out our list of how much money each player in the field came away with at the 2024 RSM Classic at Sea Island Resort in Georgia.
The post 2024 RSM Classic money: Here’s how much every player made appeared first on Golf.
David Puig joined GOLF's Subpar podcast to discuss going straight from college to LIV and some "iconic tempers" he tees it up with on tour.
The post Worst tempers on LIV Golf? One pro answers appeared first on Golf.
Patrick Reed won for the first time in nearly four years when he closed with a 4-under 66 for a three-shot victory at the Hong Kong Open on the Asian Tour.
Maverick McNealy decided to lend a hand with another Tour pro's putting approach. It's worked so well that they're both in contention.
The post One pro asked another for putting help. Now they’re both contending appeared first on Golf.
Elvis Smylie won the Australian PGA by two shots after a final-round shootout with former mentor Cameron Smith.
