Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson, Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas have something in common: They all looked ridiculous at the Open on Thursday.

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There’s a subset of golfers who get overly excited by a new Mizuno release. If golf manufacturers were football (soccer) teams, Mizuno are Arsenal: Perennially among the best but always the slight underdog, with a rabid fanbase who, while hoping for a bright future, fondly reminisce about former glories.  

But at The Open this week at Royal Liverpool, not only have Mizuno unveiled some wedges that will appeal to the Mizuno fanboys, they’ve unveiled a driver that will get a whole different subset of golfers’ hearts pounding fast. 

ST-G Driver 

Driver head shapes have generally gotten flatter with shallower faces. Giant pancakes, if you will.  And because nearly everyone is trying to put the centre of gravity low and rear, drivers are starting to share a similar shape at address.  

But there’s a bunch of internet golf gearheads who obsess over deep-faced drivers. And I mean DEEP. From the fabled TaylorMade R7 SuperQuad 282 and R9 SuperDeep, the COBRA Speed Pro D and the Bridgestone J33, they were built to be teed high and let fly.  

Nothing in recent times has appealed to the low-spin obsessed, other than maybe a couple of obscure Japanese models from J-Beam and Baldo.  

Here's what GOLF Instruction Editor Nick Dimengo learned using only a 6-iron and pitching wedge during a practice round.

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Tommy Fleetwood is leading the Open Championship just miles from where he grew up. Here's what comes next.

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Patrick Reed opened up on the state of golf in an unusually candid presser Thursday, admitting the PGA Tour/PIF merger had been 'hard.'

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In an interview with Sports Illustrated, four-time major winner Ernie Els laid into Jay Monahan over the PGA Tour-LIV Golf deal.

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The penal pot bunkers at Royal Liverpool have given pros fits early in this 2023 Open Championship. For one player, it meant disaster.

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Due to a controversial setup, Rickie Fowler stumbles 42 spots in one hole during the first round of the Open Championship at Royal Liverpool.

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Royal Liverpool Golf Club, also known as Hoylake, is a prestigious and historic golf course located in Hoylake, Merseyside, England. Established in 1869, it is one of the oldest and most renowned golf clubs in the world. Here are some key points about Royal Liverpool Golf Club:

1. History: Royal Liverpool has a rich history in golf and has hosted numerous important championships over the years. It has been a venue for The Open Championship 13 times, with the first one held in 1897 and the most recent in 2023.

2. Championships: The golf course at Royal Liverpool is a links-style course, characterized by its challenging layout, natural dunes, and unpredictable weather conditions. The course has hosted some memorable moments in golf history, and many legendary players have competed on its fairways.

3. The Open Championship: Hosting The Open Championship is one of the highest honors for any golf course, and Royal Liverpool has been a favorite venue for this prestigious event. The tournament attracts top players from around the world and brings significant attention to the club and the local area.

4. Course Design: The course at Royal Liverpool was originally designed by Robert Chambers and George Morris, and it has undergone several modifications and updates over the years to keep up with the modern game of golf.

Stewart Cink's Open week got off to a rocky start after a flight cancellation from the airline he has emblazoned on his pullover.

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The South African, who plays at Georgia Tech and is believed to be the tallest player to ever compete in The Open, wasn't surprised by his opening-round play.

It's a general rule that men can never have too many golf polos. Once you find a comfy polo you love, you should get that shirt in a few different prints.

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Complete 2023 Open Championship tee times for Round 2 on Friday at Royal Liverpool, featuring Jordan Spieth, Tommy Fleetwood and more.

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Christo Lamprecht is the surprise early leader at the Open Championship, but who is he? Here are five things to know about the amateur.

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Matthew Jordan is a Royal Liverpool member and owns the course record, and he didn't disappoint in his first round of the Open Championship.

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2023 Scotty Cameron Champions Choice Putters

Scotty Cameron announces new Champions Choice limited-edition putters.Putters are CNC milled from 303 stainless steel, featuring a teryllium insert and aluminum sole weight.All models are Plus versions of the classic Cameron Newport and Newport 2 heads.At shops July 28 with a MSRP of $700

At the end of the month, Scotty Cameron is bringing us another Champions Choice limited-edition putter line. When the original Champions Choice line launched back in 2021, I thought it was a one-and-done thing: the teryllium button-back putters surfacing briefly, then vanishing again for another decade.

Honestly, with so many surprise putter happenings this summer, I should have expected something like this. Add new Scotty Cameron teryllium button-back putters to the list of things that dropped my jaw and emptied my Venmo this summer.

Seriously, I’m not sure how putter lovers are going to make it through this summer financially. Is skipping a mortgage payment really that harmful to your credit score? (Asking for a friend.)

The Champions Choice Rundown from the Man Himself

That video sets the vibe for the new 2023 Scotty Cameron Champions Choice putter line but it is a little light on the details. No worries! That’s what I am here for. The only question I don’t have the answer for is, “Why there isn’t there an apostrophe after “Champions.’”

I’m goofing a bit but “Champions” is a well-earned descriptor. Four of the last seven men’s major champions have won using Scotty Cameron putters.

Several months ago, Proto Concept announced the C03 TC cavity-back iron which replaced the original C03 CB model that it launched a bit over a year ago. As one might expect, the JDM (Japanese domestic market)  upstart is also replacing the first-generation C01 muscle-back iron with the C01 TB. Technically, the moniker is C01 TBic—we’ll handle that “ic” part momentarily. 

If you know me, you’re aware that I have a fever for Japanese gear and the only cure is more Endo-forged irons and wedges (though I wouldn’t balk at a forged cow bell, I suppose). That aside, the objective of the C01 TBic is to provide golfers with a true muscle-back iron that can be paired with the C03 TC, though the C01 TBic is offered from 5-iron through pitching wedge for those who wish to play a full set of blade-style irons. 

It’s also fair to note that the C01 TBic is the embodiment of a niche product. It caters to highly skilled ball-strikers who aren’t easily dissuaded by an elevated price tag, like $450 per club elevated. That said, the standard pricing disclaimer applies: If expensive goods draw your ire, you’re likely not the target consumer. Moreover, the existence of luxury items does not eliminate the availability of lower-priced alternatives. 

Proto Concept Refresher

Plenty of golfers know the name Lydia Ko. Serious followers might recognize Haeji Kang or Ryuji Imada. What they have in common is that they’re part of a growing contingent of professionals playing Proto Concept equipment. 

With that, Proto Concept isn’t as recognized as JDM stalwarts Miura, Epon or Yonex. Growing a brand takes time, particularly when you won’t find it in your local big box retail store. So there’s that. 

Starting the game of golf is daunting. We’re here to help. We want to give you the basic knowledge you need to start your golf journey off on the right foot. 

We’ve spent years testing and researching golf equipment to help people like you enjoy this great game. Here we’ve compiled useful tips and resources into a complete beginner’s guide to golf. From which golf clubs to use, tips on choosing tees, and golf club etiquette, we’ve got everything you need to get started on the right course.

The Beginner’s Guide to Golf

How do I know which golf clubs to buy?

Professional golfers, like a professional driver, rely on precision instruments to get the job done. Start with something that’s more like a Nissan Versa, rather than making the jump directly to a Ferrari. Super game-improvement clubs are the key.. They’re designed to help you improve, after all! 

Look for golf clubs labeled as “super game-improvement.”Shafts are confusing. Stick with something in a regular flex.It’s OK to buy used. Used golf clubs are a great way to start your golf journey on a budget.Unsure of where to start? Our head-to-head tool can be used to compare golf equipment that we’ve rigorously tested. 

What golf ball should I be playing?

Not all golf balls are created equal. The thing you need to remember (and come to grips with) is that you’re going to lose a lot of golf balls. 

Our testing has shown that golf balls made of urethane rather than ionomer tend to perform betterUse the same ball each time you play. This will help you become more consistent. Stay away from refurbished or refinished golf balls. Often these balls can be wolves in sheep’s clothing … they aren’t always what they appear to be. You can always find a decent deal on high quality golf balls, if you’re willing to look for it. 

What kind of golf bag do I need? 

You’re going to need a golf bag to carry all of your new gear. There are really two types of golf bags you need to be aware of, cart golf bags and stand golf bags. 

Tiger has returned to the site of Tiger Woods' glory. But this is Tiger Christensen, whose story includes boxing, techno and rollerskates.

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