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Cromwell Fire Department Chief Jason Brade said an emergency medical crew treated two people and took them to the hospital for further evaluation after lightning struck a tree near a home along a golf course that is hosting the Travelers Championship.

Tom Kim made enough birdies on a soft, vulnerable course to stay in front of Scottie Scheffler and Akshay Bhatia in the rain-delayed Travelers Championship.

Amy Yang will take a two-shot lead into the final round of the Women's PGA Championship after shooting a 1-under 71.

Cameron Young shot a 59 at the Travelers Championship, recording seven birdies and two eagles for the first sub-60 round on the PGA Tour in nearly four years.

A lot of different driver shafts have been tested by MyGolfSpy Forum members this season. Next up? Graphite Design.

About Graphite Design

Graphite Design Inc. was established in Japan in 1989 and then in the U.S. in 1997. The founder, Megumi Yamada, wanted to revolutionize the industry with his cutting-edge lamination technology that makes their shafts lightweight and incredibly strong.

Graphite Design’s “Tour AD” logo stands for “Accuracy and Distance,” a promise that their shafts aim to deliver consistently. Their shafts have dominated the JGTO (Japan Golf Tour Organization) Tour for the past 10 years and are used by professional golfers worldwide.

The Testing Opportunity

We are seeking eight golfers to test the Graphite Design Tour AD premium shafts. They will get to test, review and keep a Graphite Design Tour AD shaft of their choice.

We want to know how the Tour AD line of shafts compares to your current gamer. Where does it excel and where do you think it could get a little better? As always, we want real feedback from real golfers for real golfers with a wide variety of handicaps and abilities.

Tyrrell Hatton, who started the day one stroke back, shot a bogey-free 64 to take a three-shot lead Saturday at the LIV Golf Nashville event.

PGA Tour pro Michael Kim breaks down one of the great debates in golf instruction right now: hitting a steep or a shallow pitch shot.

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Jacob Skov Olesen became the first Danish player to win the British Amateur with a 4-and-3 victory over Dominic Clemons.

Take a closer look at the Titleist clubs Cameron Young used to shoot 59 during the third round of the Travelers.

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PGA Tour winner Wesley Bryan made a 432-foot putt in a recently released video, and it may be a potential record.

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Cameron Young went crazy at TPC River Highlands Saturday, making seven birdies and two eagles on his way to a historic 59.

The post Cameron Young blitzes TPC River Highlands for historic 59, 13th PGA Tour sub-60 round appeared first on Golf.

Shaft designer and Aretera Co-Founder Alex Dee explains his newest shaft project and explains why in-person fitting is so important.

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How to watch the 2024 KPMG Women's PGA Championship on Saturday, including full Women's PGA Saturday TV coverage and streaming info.

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How to watch the 2024 Travelers Championship on Saturday, including full Travelers TV coverage and streaming information for Round 3.

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Need some new sticks? For a limited time, TaylorMade purchases at Fairway Jockey can earn you a gift card worth up to $400! Here's how.

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With the summer rough extra thick and difficult to hit from, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel gives 10 ways to see more success.

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Lexi Thompson had been struggling when she announced her retirement from a full-time LPGA schedule. Then she rediscovered her golf game.

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Mastering sand play, or bunker shots, is a critical skill in golf. Several professional golfers are renowned for their exceptional ability to get out of bunkers and turn difficult situations into opportunities. Here are some of the best golfers known for their sand play:

1. Seve Ballesteros

• Era: 1970s to 1990s
• Achievements: 5-time major champion, including 3 Open Championships and 2 Masters.
• Sand Play Skill: Known for his incredible creativity and touch, Ballesteros was a wizard around the greens, particularly from the bunkers. His ability to get up and down from the sand was legendary.

2. Gary Player

• Era: 1950s to 1980s
• Achievements: 9-time major champion, including 3 Masters, 3 Open Championships, 2 PGA Championships, and 1 U.S. Open.
• Sand Play Skill: Often referred to as the best bunker player of all time, Player’s technique and confidence in the sand were unparalleled. He practiced extensively from bunkers, honing his skills to a fine art.

3. Phil Mickelson

• Era: 1990s to present
• Achievements: 6-time major champion, including 3 Masters, 2 PGA Championships, and 1 Open Championship.
• Sand Play Skill: Mickelson is renowned for his short game prowess, particularly his bunker play. His ability to control the ball and hit creative, high-spin shots from the sand has earned him numerous victories.

4. Tom Watson

• Era: 1970s to 2000s
• Achievements: 8-time major champion, including 5 Open Championships, 2 Masters, and 1 U.S. Open.
• Sand Play Skill: Watson’s bunker play was exceptional, highlighted by his clutch performance in major championships. His ability to get up and down from the sand helped him secure many of his major titles.

5. Tiger Woods

• Era: 1990s to present
• Achievements: 15-time major champion, including 5 Masters, 4 PGA Championships, 3 U.S. Opens, and 3 Open Championships.
• Sand Play Skill: Woods is known for his all-around game, and his bunker play is no exception. His focus, technique, and mental toughness allow him to escape from the sand with remarkable consistency.

6. Jack Nicklaus

• Era: 1960s to 1980s
• Achievements: 18-time major champion, including 6 Masters, 5 PGA Championships, 4 U.S. Opens, and 3 Open Championships.
• Sand Play Skill: While Nicklaus was known for his powerful driving and precise iron play, his ability to handle bunker shots was also a key component of his success. His meticulous approach and technique made him a formidable opponent in the sand.

7. Lee Trevino

• Era: 1960s to 1980s
• Achievements: 6-time major champion, including 2 U.S. Opens, 2 Open Championships, and 2 PGA Championships.
• Sand Play Skill: Trevino’s unique swing and feel for the game extended to his bunker play. He was particularly skilled at hitting creative, effective shots from the sand.

8. Greg Norman

• Era: 1970s to 2000s
• Achievements: 2-time major champion, including 2 Open Championships.
• Sand Play Skill: Known for his aggressive style and exceptional ball striking, Norman also excelled in the bunkers. His confidence and technique in the sand contributed to his success on the course.

9. Ernie Els

• Era: 1990s to present
• Achievements: 4-time major champion, including 2 U.S. Opens and 2 Open Championships.
• Sand Play Skill: Els, known as "The Big Easy" for his smooth swing, is also highly regarded for his calm and effective bunker play. His ability to handle pressure situations from the sand has been crucial in his career.

10. Jordan Spieth

• Era: 2010s to present
• Achievements: 3-time major champion, including 1 Masters, 1 U.S. Open, and 1 Open Championship.
• Sand Play Skill: Spieth’s short game, including his bunker play, is one of the strongest parts of his game. His ability to save par from difficult lies in the sand has been a hallmark of his success.

These golfers have set themselves apart with their ability to handle bunker shots under pressure, demonstrating technique, creativity, and consistency. Their skills in the sand have not only helped them win tournaments but also inspired many aspiring golfers to improve their own bunker play.

There‘s a lot of cool gear in the golf world that doesn’t always fit into Most Wanted Tests or Buyer’s Guides. You still want to know how it performs. In our We Tried It series, we put gear to the test and let you know if it works as advertised.

What We Tried

ButterBlade

Your Reviewer

Phillip Bishop – Most Wanted Testing overlord, video game addict and occasional butter-cut hitter.

We Tried It: ButterBlade

Everyone wants to hit the golf ball farther. That is an absolute truth. Speed arguably restricts just how far a golfer can hit the ball. Have you seen the speed some golfers are generating? It is absurdly impressive.

RYP Golf has made a name for itself with speed at the forefront. RYPSTICK is their prize creation, which has gained considerable traction and has become a tool golfers use to gain speed. However, RYP Golf is taking a new approach and offering an alternative to speed – precision.

The golf world is still talking about the epic finish we saw at the U.S. Open.

While Rory McIlroy made three untimely bogeys over his last four holes—including two short misses to save par—Bryson DeChambeau won the tournament with a ridiculous sandy on the 72nd hole.

After going well left off the tee, DeChambeau punched out into the front bunker. He had 55 yards remaining to the hole, an awkward distance. He pulled it off, hitting it to inside of four feet. He even left himself with an uphill putt that was pretty straightforward.

On his LIV profile, DeChambeau lists a “60-yard bunker shot” as the shot that gives him the most difficulty. It wasn’t exactly a favorable position when he needed par to win his second major title.

But just how clutch was the shot? It is certainly among the most timely major championship shots ever but would it be No. 1 on the list?