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Li Haotong recorded an eagle on the same hole for the third consecutive day to open 3-shot lead at the BMW International Open.

Picture the best golfer at your local course. What is his/her handicap?

How about you? What’s your handicap? Do you have any idea where that ranks you compared to other golfers?

WHAT IS A HANDICAP?

You’ll often hear the erroneous explanation that a handicap is a player’s average score. In reality, a handicap is a numerical measure of a golfer’s potential ability that allows players of various skill levels to compete against one another.

More specifically, the current index formula uses the average differential (adjusted gross score minus the USGA Course Rating) of the golfer’s best eight differentials from the most recent 20 rounds played. Once you start digging into the math a bit, it’s easy to see why golfers might prefer to think of a handicap as an average score. However, the latter will typically be several shots higher.

DATA FROM THEGRINT

Quick refresher: TheGrint is an app-based handicap tracker with a multitude of on-course and community features. In addition, TheGrint’s platform interfaces directly with the USGA handicap system.

In Gee Chun increased her lead to six strokes at the Women's PGA Championship on Friday by shooting a 3-under 69 at the Congressional Country Club.

Padraig Harrington birdied three of his last six holes for a 6-under 65 to take a one-shot lead at the U.S. Senior Open, where Bernhard Langer missed the cut for the first time in 65 senior majors.

Xander Schauffele shot his second straight 7-under 63 on Friday to take a five-stroke lead in the Travelers Championship.

Li Haotong kept his one-stroke lead at the BMW International Open as Ryan Fox moved up to second with a strong round of 8-under 64 on Friday.

GIVE IT TO ME STRAIGHT

No, all golf shoes are not created equal. During the current trend leaning heavily towards spikeless, the adidas CODECHAOS has certainly made an impact. Its lightweight design and sneaker-like look combined to make it a huge hit when the line came out in 2020. Two years on, adidas hopes to continue that success with the CODECHAOS 22 line.

The adidas CODECHAOS has been a trendsetter in the spikeless shoe category with bold colors and design. Now adidas has shaken things up again with more colorways and technical improvements.

Dive in with me to see what adidas has changed and what they have kept the same.

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NEW DESIGN AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

The CODECHAOS 22 has had a facelift, to say the least. It has a refreshed look and the improved shape provides a better connection with the ground throughout your swing, according to adidas. But they focused most of their attention on another technology built into the shoe.

Jay Haas and Mark Hensby share the U.S. Senior Open lead after posting a 4-under 67 in the first round.

The DP World Tour will announce on Friday that golfers participating in the LIV Golf Invitational Series won't be allowed to play at the Scottish Open, according to The Telegraph.

Rory McIlroy and J.T. Poston each shot 62 on Thursday to lead the Travelers Championship after the first round.

In Gee Chun shot an 8-under 64 -- seven shots better than anyone else who started in the morning -- to capture the early lead in the first round of the Women's PGA Championship on Thursday.

Haotong Li tied the course record with a 10-under 62 to lead after the first round of the BMW International Open on Thursday.

BEST GOLF RAIN GEAR 2022

It’s that time of year again where those summer showers come out of nowhere so it’s important you have a rain suit to keep you dry.

This is a category where the prices of rain gear can deter you from purchasing but ask yourself this question: Do I invest in a top-quality rain suit that may last my whole golfing career or buy a cheap jacket every year?

Whatever your preference may be, we have the answer: the best of the best (and pricier), rain suits under $300 or a jacket for about 50 bucks.

Most of the rain gear, like waterproof bags, did a good job at keeping water out but not every one went the extra mile with breathability. The companies that did well made breathability a top priority so you don’t feel like you’re golfing inside a trash bag.

Whether you’re looking to buy golf rain gear today, buying advice to get started or just want a closer look at what’s on the market, this guide will help you find the right golf rain gear to fit your needs.

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