Canadian Brooke Henderson will carry a 2-shot lead into the final round of the Evian Championship on Sunday.
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Scott Piercy shot a 7-under 64 on Friday at TPC Twin Cities to take a three-stroke lead in the 3M Open.
Paul Waring retained his two-shot lead at the Cazoo Classic on the European tour by shooting 2-under 70 in the second round on Friday.
Chasing a maiden senior major title, Darren Clarke opened a 2-shot lead at the Senior British Open after the second round at Gleneagles on Friday.
Brooke Henderson is setting the pace in record-breaking style at the Evian Championship, as her second straight 7-under 64 gave her a 3-stroke lead after the second round.
Welcome back to #ASKMYGOLFSPY where readers like you submit questions to our team of experts here at MyGolfSpy.
Today, we’re diving into the future of golf. As we grow closer to wrapping up the 2022 season, it’s important to keep an eye on what’s to come for equipment and the game.
Have any questions for us? Drop them in the comment section of this article!
Let’s get into it.
What’s a trend in golf you see sticking around?
When it comes to the future of golf, it’s tough to call things a “trend” when only one company is doing it (whatever it happens to be). I think 3D printing in some capacity is here to stay and I think it’s a safe bet that TaylorMade is going to stick with this carbon-face thing for the foreseeable future.
In both cases, what we don’t know is whether any competitors will jump into the fray with either technology.
Also, you’re going to see laces continue to be for suckers.
3D Printing – Is there any way we’ll see full sets soon?
No. I’m not sure the technology is ready to support repeated high-speed collisions. Then again, I think most of us would have said the same thing about a carbon-fiber driver face.
Cost is the biggest factor and 3D printing doesn’t currently scale at an affordable level. So I think we’ll see the continuation of what’s already been done: more putters and more accessory pieces for clubs … badges and things like that.
Are virtual fittings worth it?
One of my rules in life is to never say no to a free T-shirt. What does have to do with virtual fittings? Most that I’m aware of are also free, so what do you have to lose?’
When it comes to fitting, that good, better, best thing is always in play and while I can’t swear that every virtual fitting qualifies as good, I’d wager most are better than bad or nothing at all.
If, for some reason, you can’t get to a good (in-person) fitter, move down your list of options until you find something you can do.
What’s the last revolution in golf equipment?
There’s isn’t one.
That’s the upside of an industry driven by marketing. There’s always something new and better. Game-changers are a dime a dozen (even if your game never actually changes because of them).
I think we all understand that golf balls are at the limit and so we’re mostly tweaking spin profiles, playing with compression and trying to make covers softer. I think we can get more spin around the green but distance is tapped out.
On the club side, there’s still room. Whether that’s more ball speed from the driver, more forgiveness from the irons or a new material that disrupts the equation as we know it, stuff can still improve even if it’s only by a little.
What’s the most anticipated club release for next season?
It’s so hard to pick just one. The calendar says it’s a JPX year for Mizuno—and I’m definitely a JPX guy.
We know the PING G430 driver family is coming (the fairway wood is already on the USGA list).
TaylorMade almost certainly has Version 2 of carbon face in the mix.
I’m also curious to see if Callaway finally disrupts its Epic/Rogue cadence and drops something that actually feels new and different.
We’re also coming into one of those rare years where the big manufacturers’ driver release cycles all align. We’re going to have new drivers from all the big OEMs (and damned near all of the small ones). I love when that happens.
Scott Piercy shot a 6-under 65 to share the 3M Open lead with Sungjae Im after the first round Thursday.
Glen Day converted an 8-foot eagle putt at the par-5 18th at The King's Course to match Stephen Ames' bogey-free 6-under 64 for a share of the Senior British Open lead Thursday.
Charles Barkley could receive an offer from LIV Golf for a broadcasting role, telling the New York Post that he would need a highly lucrative offer to walk away from serving as an NBA broadcaster for TNT.
Nelly Korda, playing in just her fifth event since a four-month injury layoff, shot a first-round 64 and trails leader Ayaka Furue by 1 stroke at the Evian Championship.
2022 Golf Net Buyer’s Guide
Depending on the climate where you live and your dedication to improving your game, a golf hitting net is a must-have item.
We have tested many golf nets over the years and know what features to look for. Some of the best golf nets have a wide base that can withstand all swing speeds while returning the ball safely to your feet. They also have side nets to catch those stray shots and, once you’re done, it’s simple to fold up and take down.
We tested some of the leading golf nets on the market to help advise you on which one is best for you.
WINNER – SPORNIA SPG-8
If you want a golf hitting net that will stand the test of time, go for the Spornia SPG-8. It has a large base and hitting surface that will catch all those mishit shots. If you’re still not confident, the SPG-8 does have a side and roof net that can be added for extra security. Those who don’t like noise vibrating throughout their house from the ball hitting the net should buy this net. It has a cloth sheet that dampens the sound and returns the ball to your feet. These are just some of the reasons why it was the winner of the 2022 Most Wanted Golf Net Test.
5th in durability12th in storage and portability3rd in stability1st in ease of use1st in featuresMost Durable Golf Net - Rukket Sports Rukknet Pop Up
Those who want their golf net to last the length of time should consider the Rukknet Pop Up net. Depending on your ceiling size, the pop up net can be used in you home for those winter months and keep your swing going.
Just about three months after the launch of its flagship GEN5 irons, PXG is updating its more affordable lineup with the release of the 0211 XCOR2 irons.
If you’ve kept up with PXG over the years, it won’t come as any surprise that the 0211 XCOR2 irons share a good bit of their technology with the flagship GEN5 series. Dating back to the original 0211 irons, the strategy has been to launch new tech in the GEN lineup and trickle into the lower-priced offerings.
Nikon and Canon (and probably countless others) do the same thing. Anyway, here’s the rundown.
XCOR2 Core Material
XCOR2 is the latest iteration of PXG’s proprietary filler material (aka, the goo). The key points are that XCOR2 is lighter and faster than its prior-gen material.
Jason Kokrak, who is ranked 36th in the Official World Golf Ranking, and Charles Howell III, who is ranked 173rd, have left the PGA Tour for LIV Golf. Both have three career PGA Tour victories.
The truth about the golf industry? Evolution is forever. Revolution is rare.
No matter how long you’ve been a reader of MyGolfSpy, it’s no secret that data is in our blood. Unearthing the top-tier performing equipment has been the sole objective of Most Wanted Testing for nearly 15 years.
That being said, highlighting products, technologies and companies who stood out each season also goes to the core of why we first began, even if they didn’t place No. 1 in the rankings. Data isn’t, and will never be, the only thing you consider before making your next purchase.
That’s not a bad thing.
Every year, our Editor’s Choice Awards give us the chance to switch gears a little here at MyGolfSpy and showcase a more subjective stance on brands and products we truly believe have, and will continue to, shape the industry. Staff, player and tester feedback are all put into consideration when selecting these awards.
You should actually start your downswing by pressing your leading hip forward but I was hoping to get your attention by referring to YOUR BUM. The shift of your hip is caused by a slight bend of your leading knee which will shift your leading hip and shoulder during the transition at the top of your swing. This motion should happen before your forearms start their downswing.
The downswing for low handicap golfers starts during their transition as their weight starts to transfer to their leading foot. This is especially important for iron shots to ensure that you are shifting to allow your club to impact the ball before taking any divot. If you are rushing your transition, you should notice that you are often hitting the ground before the ball and losing distance. If this is your problem, we have a solution for you.
The downswing chain reaction starts from your foot to your hip and then your shoulder rotation starts your straight leading arm downswing. The release of your cocked wrists to whip your club through the ball is last and most important part of your downswing to generate power.
Solution for the Rushed Transition
If you are one of the many golfers who starts their downswing before their weight shift to their leading leg, you need to learn the feeling for this change and see the impact of an improved swing.
This Golf Magazine image shows Rory McIlroy bending his leading knee during his transition to start his forward BUM PRESS.
CHEAT your forward “pressed position” during your setup with 60% of your weight on your leading leg by ADDING bend to your leading knee. That’s the move that you really want to make at the top of your swing but by starting with this forward press during your setup, you can learn the feeling that you want to add during your transition.
We know about AI and how it has changed the game but when the COBRA KING 3D-Printed Gransport 35 appeared this year, we started to learn what 3D printing can bring to the world of golf. Everything points to increased and advanced technology, making the next round of equipment better than the last.
Speaking of which, COBRA had mentioned that they weren’t going to do much when it came to putters until they had something unique to offer. With the 3D printing in the Grandsport 35, they’ve achieved “unique.”
Our COBRA KING 3D-Printed Gransport 35 review will reveal the seasons this putter has many golfers contemplating a switch in 2022.
COBRA KING 3D-Printed Grandsport 35 Product Details
The COBRA KING 3D-Printed Grandsport 35 is an oversized blade putter with multi-material construction. For the first time, COBRA decided to use a 3D-printed nylon insert in the putter head. This insert helps lower the weight of the head and allows for proper positioning of other materials, including aluminum and tungsten weights. The result is a blade putter with very high MOI (or forgiveness).
When a putter starts out with a White Hot insert and a Stroke Lab shaft, it has an edge on the competition. It’s kind of like starting out with a dad who’s a professional golfer and a mom who’s a sports psychologist.
Even with the great start afforded the Odyssey Eleven Tour Lined S, there is some new technology that we had to check out. The mallet head design has been completely redesigned with the center of gravity more forward than we have ever seen from Odyssey.
This CG movement was a big step for Odyssey and something that certainly impacted the results of our 2022 Best Mallet Putter testing.
Odyssey Eleven Tour Lined S Details
The Odyssey Eleven Tour Lined S is a mallet putter with tight dispersion, a high MOI, a forward center of gravity and all the other impressive features that we expect from Odyssey. The putter head is large and has some indentations where weighting has been moved around to help square the face.
Although the Tour Line model is the one we used in our testing, there are other options for no lines or the triple track. Golfers who have struggled with the Odyssey Ten putter feeling open at impact or pushing the ball to the right should find better accuracy with the new Eleven shape.
With the four majors now done, the race for the season-ending FedEx Cup truly heats up, beginning this week at the 3M Open. Here is how to watch it on ESPN+.
