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Quick 9: The NFL’s best golfers

Whether you call it American football or just football – or maybe even gridiron – the sport is gaining quite the reputation for producing good golfers. It helps that the sport’s season is short,...

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McDowell back with Saudi success

Saudi International report: What happened at Royal Greens? Graeme McDowell won his first European Tour title since 2014 as he finished with a two-shot lead over defending champion Dustin Johnson on...

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More heartbreak for Finau as Simpson snatches Scottsdale crown

Phoenix Open report: What happened at TPC Scottsdale? Webb Simpson snatched victory from the grasp of Tony Finau as he birdied his final two holes to finish on 17-under and force a play-off. Simpson’s...

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Vic Open betting tips, TV times and preview

David Law is returning to defend his only European Tour title at this week’s Vic Open in Australia. I’ve taken a look at the men’s event to see who could contest for his title. My Vic Open betting tips...

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Pebble Beach Pro-Am betting tips, TV times and preview

Phil Mickelson is back at Pebble to defend his title but but there are plenty of PGA Tour stars vying to take victory. I’ve taken a look through the form and picked out my three best bets. You can find...

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Pebble Beach Pro-Am prize money

Phil Mickelson came up short at Pebble Beach as Nick Taylor stormed to a convincing victory. We’ve taken a look at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am prize money 2020 below. Pebble Beach Pro-Am prize money 2020...

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Vic Open prize money

As the Vic Open once again showcased the best side of professional golf Min Woo Lee and Hee Young Park took home the titles. 1. €162,915 (Min Woo Lee) 2. €108,608 (Ryan Fox) T3. €50,374 (Marcus Fraser,...

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‘It’s more than just guys in the world who play golf’

Ahead of the Vic Open Geoff Ogilvy has been sharing his views on equality in golf and the need for more events of this ilk. The host venue, 13th Beach Golf Links, sees the innovative format stage a...

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Mickelson won’t accept US Open ‘sympathy spot’

It’s the only major to have eluded Phil Mickelson’s grasp to date. And when it was announced that the tournament would return to Winged Foot, everyone earmarked 2020 as the year he would finally...

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Another classic Mickelson advert

We seem to be talking more about what Phil Mickelson is up to off the course than on it – so long as we are being entertained, that’s all that matters. Since he danced in a TV advert for his new golf...

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Lee and Park claim victory as co-staged event shines again

Vic Open report: What happened at 13th Beach Links? At one of the most unique event’s on the schedule Min Woo Lee and Hee Young Park claimed glory as they finished top of their respective fields. Lee...

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Taylor goes wire to wire at Pebble to deny Mickelson records

Pebble Beach Pro-Am report: What happened? Nick Taylor denied Phil Mickelson a record sixth victory at Pebble Beach while becoming the first Canadian in PGA Tour history to go wire to wire. He finished...

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How McIlroy returned to World No. 1 without hitting a shot

The world ranking system in men’s golf has been a hot topic of discussion for several years and we have seen another example of why this has been the case. Brooks Koepka has been replaced at the top of...

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Genesis Invitational betting tips, TV times and preview

If you come across this article, please see the updated version here As the Tiger-hosted Genesis Invitational welcomes a field packed with class, I’ve taken a look through the form to select my best...

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What the stars are saying about golf’s distance debate

Will the joint R&A-USGA report on the distance debate really make much difference the everyday golfer? Only time will tell. But the stars out making a living from this wonderful game of ours will...

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What the stars are saying about golf’s distance debate

Will the joint R&A-USGA report on the distance debate really make much difference the everyday golfer? Only time will tell. But the stars out making a living from this wonderful game of ours will...

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Park’s landmark win a big step towards Olympic qualification

Australian Open report: What happened at Royal Adelaide Golf Club? After almost two years without a victory it was surely just a matter of time before Inbee Park sealed her illusive 20th LPGA Tour...

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Scott sees off star-studded field to reign at Riviera

Genesis Invitational report: What happened at Riviera? Adam Scott begun his 2020 as he ended 2019, with a victory. The Australian followed up his Australian PGA Championship success with a brilliant...

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WGC-Mexico Championship betting tips, TV times and preview

The first WGC of the season is here and, though a few big names are missing, there looks to be plenty of players who could challenge the favourites of Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson. Take a look at my...

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WGC-Mexico Championship prize money

After Patrick Reed stormed to his second WGC win in Mexico he pocketed almost $2 million. Here’ a breakdown of the WGC-Mexico Championship prize money 2020. Missed any of the action? Here’s how Reed...

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‘I’m out’: Rory deals severe blow to Premier Golf League

Rory McIlroy has made his thoughts about the proposed Premier Golf League very clear, saying he will have no part in the rival tour while the decision is in his own hands. The World No. 1 is...

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Australian amateur Kyriacou conquers in LET opener

Australian Ladies Classic report: What happened at Bonville Golf Resort? Stephanie Kyriacou is yet to reach the professional ranks of golf but she has already made her name known by winning the first...

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Westwood destroys DeChambeau after spike mark meltdown

Bryson DeChambeau is never far from the headlines for one reason or another and this weekend he’s made it onto all of our Twitter feeds thanks to a meltdown caught on camera. Following a missed putt,...

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Reed snatches win after most controversial week of his career

WGC-Mexico Championship report: What happened at Club de Golf Chapultepec? In a week where Patrick Reed has been subject of further scrutiny over his rules incident at the Hero World Challenge, he...

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Oman Open prize money

The European Tour returned to the middle east this week and the Oman Open did not disappoint. Sami Valimaki became the latest European Tour maiden winner in just his sixth start. We’ve taken a look at...

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Honda Classic prize money

Sungjae Im became the youngest ever winner of the Honda Classic as he beat the likes of Tommy Fleetwood to the title. We’ve taken a look at the Honda Classic prize money 2020. Related: What happened at...

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Oman Open betting tips, TV times and preview

In its third year as a European Tour event, the Oman Open looks set to be the most competitive yet with several in-form players in the field. Check out my Oman Open betting tips below.  The details...

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Honda Classic betting tips, TV times and preview

As the PGA Tour begins its East Coast swing there is a fascinating week ahead at PGA National. I’ve taken a look through the form and picked out some of my best bets for one of the toughest events on...

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What a Finnish! Valimaki seals maiden win in dramatic play-off

Oman Open report: What happened at Al Mouj Golf? A play-off was needed to decide a winner in Oman as Brandon Stone and Sami Valimaki went toe-to-toe after both finishing fast to reach the summit of the...

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Can you get closer to a hole-in-one than this?

We’ve seen enough players getting lucky breaks on tour this year already. If it wasn’t Sungjae Im bouncing one out of the water it was Callum Shinkwin playing ping pong in Oman. But the Golf Gods...

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Luke Donald sees funny side as announcer gets EVERYTHING wrong

Luke Donald was enjoying one of his better weeks on the course in recent years at the Honda Classic, a tournament he won in 2006. (Remember that he won in 2006, it will come up again…) Related: Can you...

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Engstrom puts Kenya heartbreak behind her to break duck

Women’s NSW Open report: What happened at Dubbo Golf Club? Just under three months ago Julia Engstrom was walking off the 18th green at Vipingo Ridge having seen a seven-shot lead disappear in the...

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Oh, Tommy! Fleetwood drowns at 18 as Im takes maiden title

Honda Classic report: What happened at PGA National? Sungjae Im became the youngest ever winner of the Honda Classic as he got the better of PGA National’s Bear Trap and a strong PGA Tour field. The...

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Qatar Masters betting tips, TV times and preview

Martin Kaymer headlines the field once again as the European Tour continues its stay in the Middle East. The German and plenty others in the field look to be big threats to Justin Harding’s title....

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Qatar Masters prize money

David Drysdale came close to winning a first European Tour title in his 498th start but lost out in an epic five-hole play-off to Jorge Campillo. Here’s a look at the Qatar Masters prize money 2020....

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Arnold Palmer Invitational betting tips, TV times and preview

The Arnold Palmer Invitational is the second of three ‘elevated status events’ of the season on the PGA Tour and once again a stellar field is in place to take on Bay Hill. Francesco Molinari is back...

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‘I thought I’d seen it all!’ The crazy story of the cancelled qualifier

The Hoag Classic is set to get underway on Friday at Newport Beach Country Club in California but its Monday qualifier was cancelled in rather extreme and unusual circumstances. There were 53 players...

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Molinari makes late withdrawal from Arnold Palmer Invitational

Francesco Molinari’s defence of his Arnold Palmer Invitational title was over before it began at Bay Hill as he was forced to withdraw prior to his opening round with a back injury. The Italian was due...

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Why Pepperell was disqualified from Qatar Masters

Eddie Pepperell’s week at the Qatar Masters was cut short after he was disqualified for signing for a lower score than he actually scored on the 17th hole in his first round. Debate: Is it time for...

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We’re right to celebrate legends of women’s golf – but what about the...

On International Women’s Day we celebrate those who have made our sport what it is but those who to continue to today are sometimes forgotten. It must not be overlooked that women’s golf is in a good...

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Campillo triumph means Drysdale’s unfortunate record continues

Qatar Masters report: What happened at Education City GC? Jorge Campillo denied David Drysdale a first European Tour victory after beating the Scot in a five-hole play-off for his second title. The...

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Hatton conquers brutal conditions to claim Bay Hill success

Arnold Palmer Invitational report: What happened at Bay Hill? In a week which saw Bay Hill play in a US Open attritional fashion Tyrrell Hatton navigated the tough conditions to win his first PGA Tour...

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How a ‘Volkswagen in a field of Ferraris’ won the Players

“I feel like a Volkswagen in a field of Ferraris.” That’s how a 48-year-old Fred Funk described himself in 2005 when playing alongside the longest hitters at the Players Championship. With a field that...

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The Players Championship betting tips, TV times and preview

After two brutal weeks things may not be getting any easier as the PGA Tour stops in Ponte Vedra for its signature event. The Players Championship at Sawgrass once again welcomes the strongest field in...

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The Players Championship prize money 2020

After the PGA Tour’s flagship was cancelled due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, how will they split the Players Championship prize money 2020? Related: Players cancelled Related: Masters postponed...

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‘One of the hardest holes on the planet’: A Players champion talks us through...

The 2005 Players concluded a day later than planned with the winner Fred Funk completing 32 holes on the extra day. Funk produced an upset to become the oldest ever winner of the event at 48 and his...

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‘There are only four holes where you will definitely hit driver’

The 2005 Players Championship is known for several reasons – from producing the oldest winner of the event to having arguably the worst golfing conditions the tournament has ever seen. Whatever you...

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Players Championship special bets

The Players Championship is almost here and as always there are plenty of varied betting markets available for the big event. I’ve taken a look at the details of the tournament and picked out a few of...

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15-time major champion and now World Golf Hall of Famer

Tiger Woods will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in its class of 2021. The 15-time major champion’s induction is unquestionably justified and he will become eligible for the Hall of Fame...

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Celebrating the most influential women in golf history

Many of the sport’s biggest names have been involved in one way or another in helping women’s golf reach where it is today. To celebrate Women’s Golf Day, here is our tribute to the most influential...

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