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In what is likely his final Open Championship at St. Andrews, Tiger Woods missed the cut after shooting 9 over through the first two rounds of the tournament.

As the criticism continues for the breakaway LIV Golf series and its players, a number of them, including Dustin Johnson at 9 under, are finding success at The Open. Talor Gooch says the backlash has served to galvanize the new series' players.

As MyGolfSpy Experiences shared with you last week, the best bucket-list golf trip is always the next one.

And as you settle in wherever you are to watch the Open Championship, we’d like to share with you our most recent trip to St Andrews this past May. And if there’s one thing you can say about St Andrews, it’s this:

The “Auld Gray Toon” never disappoints.

There’s something about St Andrews that invites you in, offers you a comfy chair and says that, if you’re a golfer, you belong here. The game’s home is your home.

So, picking up where we left off last week in East Lothian, let’s jump on the bus and head two hours north for a Cook’s tour of the most famous city in golf.

Tiger Woods has to go low to make the weekend at The Open. Can he do it? We follow every step at the Old Course.

Charley Hoffman and Mark Hubbard each had 13 points in the modified Stableford scoring system to share the first-round lead in the Barracuda Championship.

LIV Golf is not going away. Just check the leaderboard at The Open. But the LIV players aren't the only big storylines heading into Round 2.

Pauline Roussin and fellow rookie Dewi Weber had a 61 in the better-ball round Thursday to take a three-stroke lead in the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational. Annika Sorenstam and Madelene Sagstrom slipped to five back.

PGA Tour rookie Cameron Young made his Open Championship debut with an 8-under 64 at St. Andrews. Rory McIlroy shot a 66 and is in second after the first round.

The nostalgia of Tiger Woods being at the 150th playing of The Open brought hope that he could find some old magic. He never did, and everyone, including him, will have to get used to that.

Playing in the afternoon wave, which had windier and much more difficult conditions than the morning group, Tiger Woods carded a 6-over 78 in the first round of The Open. He was 14 shots behind leader Cameron Young after 18 holes.

At The Open, the weather can be a factor. With temperatures in the upper 60s and rain expected, the fashion at the event is littered with turtleneck sweaters, half-zips galore, and hoodies.

A Texas man, not his 13-year-old son, was driving the truck that crossed into the oncoming lane and struck a van carrying New Mexico college golfers, killing nine people, and he had methamphetamine in his system, the NTSB said.

Rory McIlroy has become the outspoken conscience in golf during these uncertain times. In the first round of The Open at St. Andrews, his game spoke volumes.

Tiger Woods skipped the U.S. Open to make sure he was ready for The Open at St. Andrews. We have you covered for Round 1.

Phil Mickelson said he respects Tiger Woods' opinion on LIV Golf after the 15-time major champion said those who joined the breakaway series had "turned their back on what has allowed them to get to this position."

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf equipment world that doesn’t always fit neatly 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

FootJoy Tour Alpha BOA — the single-BOA version of FootJoy’s 2022 Most Wanted-winning flagship golf shoe. I say “single” because there’s also a dual-BOA (double “not for suckers”) version that I’ll be trying when (and if) FJ can wrangle some inventory.

Your Tour360 22 BOA Tester

Tony Covey. Self-described BOA-enthusiast with slightly wide feet. While not a fanboy by any means, I appreciate that when FootJoy makes a shoe, it makes it in wide (and often extra-wide). That’s called serving the golfer. Others should take note.

2022 Golf Umbrella Buyer’s Guide

For those who like to play in all conditions, a golf umbrella is a must.

This year, we have tested golf umbrellas that have an automatic opening system, UV protection, expandable canopies and reinforced rib systems to help remain perfect in windy conditions.

A lot of big golf companies are outsourcing to companies who solely focus on umbrella design. That’s neither surprising nor uncommon; it just makes sense. There are zero reasons why club guys should also be umbrella guys. The logo doesn’t matter, though we’re here to tell you that not every umbrella is the same.

Whether you’re looking to buy a golf umbrella today, seeking 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 umbrella to fit your needs.

WINNER – ShedRain Vortex XL

If you want an umbrella that will stand the test of time, go for the ShedRain Vortex XL. It performed consistently well across all metrics which made it our top pick. This golf umbrella has a “bungee” link cord connecting both canopies allowing for wind to pass through with ease. Combine that with a reinforced inner structure and you have the undisputed winner of the 2022 Most Wanted Golf Umbrella Test.

Former world No. 1 Justin Rose has withdrawn from The 150th Open ahead of his opening round at St Andrews, Scotland.