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Arnold Palmer’s letters weren’t only for winners. A player who lost in heartbreaking fashion might also have received a comforting message.

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The latest installment of GOLF's robot testing insights looks at 2024 irons designed to improve heel misses.

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Defining "spin" isn't as easy as you might think. The Fully Equipped crew dug into the topic on the latest episode.

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With the help of GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel, you can learn 10 different ways to utilize your wedges on a variety of shots.

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In addition to a long list of legendary players, Texas is home to a large constellation of world-class courses at first-rate resorts.

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Davis Riley had a bogey-free 6-under 64 and get to 10 under at the Charles Schwab Challenge, where Scottie Scheffler carded a 65 to move into a tie for 15th.

Richard Bland, making his senior major debut, had a 1-shot lead over Scott Dunlap after the morning wave at the Senior PGA on Friday.

Scottie Scheffler's opening-round 72 included his first triple bogey of the year, and he sits 7 shots behind leader Charley Hoffman at Colonial.

Richard Bland, on a break from his LIV Golf schedule to make his senior major championship debut, shot a 7-under 64 to share the lead with Richard Green at the Senior PGA Championship.

One of the only problems with the exploding popularity of YouTube golf is that it’s hard to know where to start.

There are dozens upon dozens of channels, each with a different vibe and focus. Whether it’s instruction, travel, architecture, informal competition or something else entirely, golf lovers have a wide variety of options.

In this ranking, I include a little bit of everything and explain why each of these 20 channels should be on your list when perusing YouTube golf’s many rabbit holes.

20. Taco Golf

Let’s give ’em something to Taco-bout.

Taco Golf, led by Tae Koh, is defined by some seriously good golf, rapid-fire editing and New Zealand-style humor. Personalities include the likes of Luke Kwon, Luke Toomey and Harry Na—there are some great vibes to go around here. Kwon is among the best personalities on YouTube and there is a case that his own channel should go on this list, but I would just recommend any collab video where he is involved.

Ohio doesn’t typically spring to mind when you think of golf, does it? For many, Ohio is cold snowy winters, hard-luck NFL teams and Ohio State, the alma mater of Mr. Jack Nicklaus.

The Golden Bear is not Ohio’s lone contribution to the golf landscape, however. Home to some celebrated and world-renowned tracks, Ohio deserves a look for your next golf trip. Here are some notable courses to put at the top of your list.

The Public Courses

Firestone Country Club

Location: AkronDesigners: Bert Way, Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Tom FazioTotal Distance: 7,400 yards (South Course)

The South Course ranks as the most famous among Firestone’s three courses. This par-70 layout received a substantial renovation from Robert Trent Jones in the 1960s. It has played host to many professional tournaments, including seven Tiger Woods World Golf Championship wins. While a private club, you can get on any of the three Firestone courses via stay-and-play packages.

Manakiki Golf Course

Location: WilloughbyDesigner: Donald Ross·      Total Distance: 6,625 yards

Manakiki is a rare Donald Ross-designed muni. Located just outside of Cleveland, weekend green fees at this gem peak at just $47. The back nine at Manakiki starts and finishes with two memorable canyon holes.

Sleepy Hollow Golf Course

Location: BrecksvilleDesigner: Stanley ThompsonTotal Distance: 6,754 yards

Manakiki isn’t the only high-caliber muni near Cleveland. Once a private course, Sleepy Hollow opened to the public in 1963 and remains among the best public golf courses in Ohio.

For the second week in a row, we have a split testing opportunity that includes a travel bag. This time around, we are excited to introduce Sun Mountain to our member testing platform. Sun Mountain offers a wide selection of golf bags, travel bags, golf carts and more.

About Sun Mountain

Sun Mountain has been in business for more than 40 years. They focus on functional designs, quality materials and durability. Many Sun Mountain bags boast premium features such as fine leather, ballistic-style nylon, premium zippers, waterproofness and carbon fiber legs.

The Testing Opportunity

We offer two products for this testing opportunity. The first is their newly released Matchplay stand bag.

The Matchplay stand bag is available in three colors, has a four-way top and weighs in at only 5.5 pounds. For a list of specifications, check out the Forum sign-up page where we have the full details listed.

The second product available for testing is the ClubGlider travel bag which has been featured in Most Wanted testing. Its core standout feature is extendable legs and wheels that support the entire weight of the bag and its contents, so no lifting, bending or lugging your golf bag and its contents around the airport.

Louisville police said the arresting officer in the Scottie Scheffler incident violated procedure by not activating his bodycam video recorder and has been disciplined.

A video showing an airport worker mishandling a college golf team's golf bags has made the rounds on social media, prompting an apology.

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USGA chief Mike Whan is one of golf’s most significant figures at a time when the game is at a crossroads. Get to know him on GOLF Originals.

The post Why USGA boss Mike Whan is right leader for this complex moment | GOLF Originals appeared first on Golf.

After shaving more than 8 strokes from his golf handicap in a year, high school golfer Carson Deringer details how he did it.

The post This HS golfer went from a 12.8 to a 4.6 handicap in 12 months. Here’s how appeared first on Golf.

Historic Colonial Country Club, home to this week's Charles Schwab Challenge, is fresh off a $25 million overhaul.

The post ‘History as our guide’: How new-look Colonial Country Club returned to its roots appeared first on Golf.

In today's edition of Timeless Tips, we look back at Ben Crenshaw's secrets for hitting three different types of flops.

The post Ben Crenshaw: Here’s how to hit 3 different types of flop shots appeared first on Golf.

Louisville police provided updates Thursday on Scottie Scheffler's arrest, including a policy violation by the arresting officer.

The post 3 new Scottie Scheffler arrest updates: officer failure, new video, court date appeared first on Golf.

In this edition of Play Smart, XXIO ambassador Nathalie Sheehan explains the two keys to keep in mind when reading Bermuda greens.

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