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It's time for the PGA Tour Championship! Here's how to watch on ESPN+.

In this edition of Play Smart we take a look at how different ball positioning affects certain numbers in your swing.

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The Tour Championship begins on Thursday in Atlanta. Here are 6 players our expert loves — and why he thinks you should too.

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GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jason Birnbaum gives a quick and easy lob wedge lesson, so you can finally master the tricky club.

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Luke Donald relied on an excellent short game to become one of the best players in the game. Here's a drill he used to dial in his putting.

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Here's a complete list of the 2024 FedEx Cup bonuses and payouts up for grabs at this week's Tour Championship at East Lake.

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Seven captain's picks were made this week for the upcoming Solheim Cup. Not everyone will be happy about it.

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Max Homa made his grand return to X last week to fire back at a fan who called him out for slow play at the BMW Championship.

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Lexi Thompson was named to her seventh consecutive Solheim Cup team on Tuesday, among three picks by U.S. captain Stacy Lewis.

Nelly Korda's AIG Women's Open at the Old Course didn't end the way she'd hope, but she still made time for a surprising St. Andrews visit.

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I am a traditionalist with some areas of the game, but I just can’t get behind this sentiment of strict hole-in-one gatekeeping.

There is nothing in golf more elusive and special than an ace. It’s sometimes a measure of skill and often a measure of luck. I’ve never had one but my uncle who barely plays skulled one across the lake—watching it skip on the water multiple times—before it somehow trundled into the hole.

The ace is golf’s most equal-access accomplishment. Anyone can do it.

And here’s the thing: Any hole-in-one is remarkable. If a top pro could stand on the same hole with 500 balls and not make an ace, then it must be incredibly difficult. If you get one, I can only imagine it’s the most euphoric moment a recreational golfer can have.

That’s why I’m more than a little irritated at the endless number of “disqualifiers” the golf world has compiled for situations where a hole-in-one is no longer legitimate. This game is supposed to be fun, rewarding and welcoming—can’t we loosen up a little bit on some of these unwritten rules?

When it comes to selecting the right set of irons, understanding which models suit your game is crucial. TaylorMade offers a range of irons tailored for different types of golfers, from high handicappers needing maximum forgiveness to skilled players seeking precision and control. This article compares the TaylorMade Qi, Qi HL, P-770, P-790 and P-7MC irons using the results from 2024 MyGolfSpy Most Wanted testing. We will focus on how they rank within their respective categories and for which types of golfers they are designed. We will explore the strengths and weaknesses of each model, helping you find the perfect fit for your game.

Overview of categories and rankings

Why don’t we compare direct data and use the rankings instead? 

When comparing the TaylorMade Qi, Qi HL, P-770, P-790 and P-7MC irons, it’s important to take note of the rankings rather than direct data comparisons. This is because each iron was tested by different groups of golfers who best represent their respective categories. Direct comparisons across these categories wouldn’t be accurate or meaningful due to the distinct profiles and performance traits of each iron.

For those unfamiliar with the iron categories, here’s a brief overview along with how many irons were tested in each for 2024:

Super game improvement irons: Tailored for beginners and high handicappers, these irons emphasize maximum forgiveness and ease of launch. (10 irons tested)Game improvement irons: Designed for mid to high handicappers, balancing forgiveness with distance and consistency. (17 irons tested)Player’s distance irons: Targeted at mid to low handicappers, offering a blend of distance, control and some forgiveness. (18 irons tested)Player’s irons: Made for low handicappers who prioritize precision, feel and workability over forgiveness. (19 irons tested)

Detailed breakdown of each iron

TaylorMade Qi HL Irons

Category: Super Game-Improvement IronsOverall Ranking: Fifth out of 10Performance Highlights: Middle of the road in most categories but was third in forgiveness. Best suited for beginners and high handicappers who need maximum assistance with their game.

TaylorMade Qi Irons

Category: Game-Improvement IronsOverall Ranking: Seventh out of 17Performance Highlights: Excelled in distance, ranking third, but 13th in forgiveness. Ideal for high handicappers seeking to improve their distance.

TaylorMade P-770 Irons

Category: Player’s Distance IronsOverall Ranking: 10th out of 18Performance Highlights: Best in forgiveness (first), solid accuracy ranking, but 17th in distance. These irons cater to mid to low handicappers who seek a blend of forgiveness and shot-making ability.

TaylorMade P-790 Irons

Category: Player’s Distance IronsOverall Ranking: Sixth out of 18Performance Highlights: A solid all-rounder with a fourth place finish in accuracy and respectable eighth in distance and 10th in forgiveness. These irons are ideal for golfers who prioritize accuracy, with a blend of distance and added forgiveness.

TaylorMade P-7MC Irons

Category: Player’s IronsOverall Ranking: First out of 19Performance Highlights: Excels in accuracy (first) and forgiveness (second), but second-last in distance. These irons are designed for low handicappers who demand precision and workability.

Comparative rankings and performance overview

When comparing these irons within their respective categories, it’s clear the Qi series (Qi10 and Qi10 HL) is designed for golfers who need the most forgiveness and help with their ball striking. Both the Qi10 and Qi10 HL irons excelled in forgiveness, ranking first in their categories, with the Qi10 being more versatile for improving players and the Qi10 HL offering maximum help for beginners.

I love summer golf. You can’t beat showing up for an ultra-twilight round knowing with 100 percent confidence that you’ll actually get 18 holes in before dark. Beyond the extended daylight hours, there are plenty of reasons to love warm weather rounds. The ball flies further, the grass is greener and, for many of us, this is the only time of year we can actually get out on the course with any consistency. Consistent play means more reps and more reps mean better scores. Ironically, the only downside to golfing in the dog days of summer is the heat. 

My favorite summer golf gear is lightweight, easy to carry and keeps me cool. Taking on the heat can be a challenge but as someone who has been playing golf when the temperature can exceed 100F for almost 30 years, I have some ideas about what gear can make a midsummer round tolerable, even comfortable.. 

There are dozens of recommendations I could make but to keep you from scrolling for the next hour, I narrowed it down to the 11 pieces of gear I’ve been relying on the most this summer. Let us know in the comments what you use to stave off the heat. 

Gear to End Summer on a High Note

Fiori – Tech Zip Polo

There are a ton of great lightweight, techy polos out there but I’ve really been loving this one from Fiori. The material is incredibly soft and silky, feels good on my skin when it’s bone-dry or sweat through, has a comfortable collar that stays put and can be worn with the collar wide open or zipped up, depending on how I’m feeling.

adidas – Wide Brim Golf Hat

Joel Dahmen isn’t the only golfer who can rock a big ol’ bucket hat. The sun is constantly in your eyes while playing summer golf but it’s also ravaging your neck and ears with UV rays so a bucket hat is an ideal antidote. To go along with ample sun protection, this hat from adidas utilizes the brand’s moisture-absorbing AEROREADY material, keeping you dry and cool when the sweat really starts to drip.

Playing golf in wet conditions isn’t just about the challenges you’ll face on the course. It’s also about managing the aftermath. Wet clubs, drenched clothing, soggy gloves and soaked shoes can take a toll on your gear. 

After braving the elements and finishing your round, it’s crucial to take specific steps to ensure your equipment, especially golf shoes, stays in good condition. Here’s how to properly care for your shoes after a rainy round so you don’t have to replace them.

What happens when golf shoes get wet?

The damage done to golf shoes after a round in the rain depends on the type of shoe you own.

Leather is prone to warping, cracking and losing its shape when exposed to moisture. If leather shoes are not cared for, they can start to break down.

Some synthetic shoes recover more quickly when exposed to water and moisture. However, if they are not dried properly, they can still develop mold and odors.

Does Bryson DeChambeau's putter's lie angle toe the line of what's legal, according to the Rules of Golf? How so? Rules Guy has the answer.

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GOLF Top 100 Alumni Teacher Tom Stickney shares the six shots that most amateurs never include in their golf practice, but should.

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Golfers like Scottie Scheffler and Hideki Matsuyama have already made their respective teams, but there are a lot of questions remaining for the Presidents Cup rosters.

British golfer Georgia Hall will play in her fifth straight Solheim Cup after being named Monday among four captain's picks for the Sep. 13-15 competition against the U.S.

After TaylorMade released the Stripe version of Tour Response, the conversation around a TP5 version wasn’t so much about when it was coming but why it didn’t already exist.

Seriously.

That was roughly two and a half years ago.

And so, several months after the release of the 2024 TP5, and way later than I had anticipated, TaylorMade is finally offering a Stripe version of its TP5 and TP5x golf balls.

To quote Rick Flair, “WOOOOOO!”