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• PGA Tour updates policy on players who test positive but are asymptomatic July 1
  Effective immediately, any player or caddie who tests positive for COVID-19 but appears asymptomatic may return to competition following two negative test results at least 24 hours apart.
• PGA Tour adjusts stipend program for players, caddies with COVID-19 July 1
  In a memo sent to players Wednesday, the PGA Tour adjusted its stipend program for players and caddies who have tested positive for the coronavirus.
• Webb Simpson returns to action: PGA Tour 'safest place' in U.S. right now July 1
  Webb Simpson is back competing this week after a “fluke” accident led to one of his daughters testing positive for COVID-19.
• Forget protein shakes, Viktor Hovland once consumed six energy drinks July 1
  Viktor Hovland has racked up 3,000-plus miles on the road since the PGA Tour restart, including a six-Red-Bull-aided overnight trip from Dallas to Hilton Head.
• Will Gordon's reward for Travelers payday? Driving 10 hours to Detroit July 1
  After the best finish of his PGA Tour career, Will Gordon decided to drive 10 hours to this week's Tour start in Detroit.
• Charlie Rymer on being hospitalized with COVID-19: 'Very scary' July 1
  Retired PGA Tour pro and former Golf Channel personality Charlie Rymer is back home after being hospitalized with COVID-19.
• Chad Campbell, 3 Korn Ferry players test positive for COVID-19 June 30
  PGA Tour veteran Chad Campbell and three Korn Ferry Tour players have withdrawn from events this week after testing positive for COVID-19.
• Bryson DeChambeau on his newfound distance: 'Sorry, Mr. Ross' June 30
  Bryson DeChambeau was unapologetic in his plans to air-mail various bunkers that won't be in play for him this week at the Rocket Mortgage Classic.
• Golf Central Podcast: How many positive COVID-19 tests would force play suspension? June 30
  What number of positive COVID-19 tests would suspend play on the PGA Tour? Is DJ an underachiever? Listen in.
• USGA reveals U.S. Women's Open exemption categories; 100 currently in June 30
  The U.S. Women’s Open’s new exemption categories were announced Wednesday by the USGA.

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• Enjoy Tee Times and Membership Opportunities at a Private Club Near You May 1
  While there are countless incredible public and municipal golf courses across the U.S. and around the world, golfers are always looking for a new challenge and a new experience. Fortunately, there are now even more places for golfers to try exclusive private club tee times on GOLFNOW. Private golf clubs and resorts are now listing […]
• Purchase Tee Times Online Before Going to Course April 3
  Staying safe during the COVID-19 outbreak while also getting outside to enjoy your favorite fitness or activities can prove challenging. While golf is an activity that lends itself to safe social distancing and smaller groups, there are still some precautions you can take to help keep yourself and golf course staff protected. The number one […]
• Weather Advisory: Hurricane Dorian August 30
  As  Hurricane Dorian heads up the Southeastern U.S. We are anticipating that the storm will impact several of our partner courses. We are making every effort to adjust tee time listings on our website, but please contact courses directly to check the status and availability before booking. If you currently have a tee time in […]
• Best Golf Courses in Alberta August 21
  Western Canada’s province of Alberta features both dramatic mountain ranges and expansive prairies. It’s also home to some of the north’s most legendary resort golf, not to mention a smattering of the best golf courses in Alberta found around its two largest cities, Calgary and Edmonton.   There is also a lot going on these days […]
• Best Value Golf Courses in Chicago August 21
  Chicago, like any big city, can be pricey. It doesn’t matter where you go for entertainment – out to eat, to watch a game, exploring a museum – every experience can feel expensive. Fortunately, playing golf doesn’t have to be that way. The game offers a variety of courses that can make it affordable for anybody […]

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• R&A: Revamp Plans Revealed For Golf's Most Famous Clubhouse July 2
  The Courier’s Craig Smith explains plans for expanding the R&A Clubhouse (underground) along with other security updates. The building opened in early 1854 and now must accommodate the club’s inclusion of female members. Of course, none of this is open to the public so I’d understand your lack of interest. But it is golf’s most […]
• The Champ Rule Provides Hope For The World's Asymptomatic PGA Tour Pros (If They Subsequently Test Negative Twice) July 2
  No one knows anything, or so the saying goes. Especially in a time of pandemic where the unknowns and mysteries keep even experts guessing, so you can’t blame the PGA Tour for altering their guidelines almost daily. The latest adjustment comes in the case of Cameron Champ, who arrived last week from Houston, tested positive […]
• This Dimpleless Titleist Experiment Could Be On To Something July 2
  With Titleist asking a few pros to hit shots with a dimple-free demonstration ball—video below—Golf.com’s Jonathan Wall says it reminds us how important those little indentations are to the modern ball. So the next time you hammer a drive and watch the ball soar downrange, take a minute to tip your cap to the ball […]
• Bryson: "Sorry Mr. Ross, but, you know, it is what it is" July 1
  During the “Return to Golf’s” initial three weeks, wannabe J.J. Watt stunt double and elite PGA Tour professional Bryson DeChambeau’s bulk-up, Bomb and Gouge approach has had him in contention.But his style of play that sees drives air mailing design features raises questions about whether this is what the future of golf should look like. […]
• Four More Players Test COVID-19 Positive And Continue To Thank Tour Protocols But Not Sanford Health July 1
  Four more players—one on the PGA Tour and three on the Korn Ferry Tour—tested positive for COVID-19 and have withdrawn from this week’s stops in Michigan and Colorado. Here is the PGA Tour Communications statement issued:PGA TOUR, Korn Ferry Tour statement – COVID-19 update – June 30, 2020As part of the PGA TOUR’s pre-tournament screening process […]
• Old Course Hotel Adding "Glass-Fronted" Bar Overlooking The Road Hole July 1
  The Scotsman’s Stuart MacDonald explains the Old Course Hotel’s plan unveiling for a “luxury pub” with views over the Road hole. The key attribute of the proposed terrace bar? Glass frontage. Presumably glass that can stop an incoming dimpled white pellet stamped with things like Titleist, Taylor Made, Callaway or Bridgestone? Maybe?Oh no, it’s about […]
• Retired PGA Tour Pro And Golf Personality Charlie Rymer Shares Details Of His COVID-19 Fight July 1
  I’ve never been prouder to call Charlie Rymer a friend and ambassador of the sport. The former U.S. Junior Amateur champion, PGA Tour pro, golf commentator and mayor emeritus of Myrtle Beach Tweeted about his brush with death as caused by COVID-19. The courage and heart to both battle back and share his story is […]
• The Shack Show Episode 17, Talking Fox, NBC & USGA With Guest Ron Sirak June 30
  Ron Sirak spent 18 years with the Associated Press and 18 more with Golf Digest/Golf World, he’s an author and Golf Channel contributor while still a reporter on the LPGA beat. While we do also discuss the upcoming LPGA return in late July, the majority of our discussion surrounds Sirak’s definitive story for Golf Digest […]
• Travelers Posts Strong Ratings For CBS And Golf Channel Despite Another Rain Delay June 30
  Good signs are aplenty in the latest ratings news, this time for the 2020 Travelers Championship. Even with only one certified superstar in Dustin Johnson contending, CBS limited in production-values and a so-so ratings start at Colonial, the Sunday broadcast earned a 2.0 final round overnight rating despite a rain delay on the back nine. […]
• Summerhays Almost Has The Ultimate Walk-Off Win, Reconsiders Retirement Decision June 30
  With limited on site at the Korn Ferry Tour’s Utah Championship, PGATour.com’s Stewart Moore did a nice job capturing Sunday evening’s incredible saga of Daniel Summerhays. The 36-year-old announced his retirement to start the week in his hometown event, then fired a final round 62 to be leader in the clubhouse for a few hours. […]

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• Senior Open Championship to return to Sunningdale in 2021 July 2
  Following the cancellation of this summer’s Senior Open Championship, which was due to be held at Sunningdale Golf Club, the tournament will... The post Senior Open Championship to return to Sunningdale in 2021 appeared first on Golf News.
• Detry wins Worplesdon Pro-Am as Tour stars gather to raise funds for charity June 30
  Worplesdon Golf Club in Surrey hosted a star-studded Charity Pro-Am last week that has so far helped to raise over £50,000 for... The post Detry wins Worplesdon Pro-Am as Tour stars gather to raise funds for charity appeared first on Golf News.
• Faldo Series returns with sell-out qualifier at Brocket Hall June 30
  The UK’s elite juniors will get a chance to get back into competitive action next month with the return of the Faldo... The post Faldo Series returns with sell-out qualifier at Brocket Hall appeared first on Golf News.
• Get Golfing buys six clubs from Crown Golf June 30
  Crown Golf has sold six of its golf clubs in the south of England to rival golf group Get Golfing. The post Get Golfing buys six clubs from Crown Golf appeared first on Golf News.
• North Downs Golf Club up for auction June 29
  North Downs Golf Club in Surrey is to be sold at auction, with a guide price of £1.5m.  The Caterham-based private members’ club,... The post North Downs Golf Club up for auction appeared first on Golf News.

Practical Golf Blog – Real Golf Tips Made Simple RSS Feed

• B.Draddy Review: Comfort, Style, and Versatility June 24
  I’m always on the hunt for clothes that can be worn on and off the golf course. It’s tough for a company to find the right mix of design and fabrics to satisfy multiple scenarios – playing golf, going to work, or even for a more casual setting. One company that has caught my eye […]
• Match Play Advice: The Simple Secret to Piling Up $$$ June 16
  One of the great joys of golf is placing friendly wagers against your buddies in match play format. Whether it’s for pride or a Nassau with plenty of junk, it’s a great way to get the competitive juices flowing. And not to worry, you can keep your amateur status as long as you don’t bet […]
• Garmin Approach S62 Review: The Best GPS Watch Gets Better June 10
  For the past year or so, one of the most common questions I’ve received from readers is, “when is Garmin releasing an update to the Approach S60 watch?” Golfers could sense it was at the end of its product cycle and didn’t want to make a purchase without seeing what a newer, shinier model would […]
• Understanding Shot Patterns and Targets June 3
  Golfers at all levels struggle with making optimal decisions when it comes to target selection. One of the main reasons this occurs is that players are not taught to think their way around the course when they are first taking up the game. Most of that time and attention is spent learning the mechanics of […]
• Redvanly 2020 Update June 1
  For a long time, golfers had to choose between having clothes that looked sharp on the course or those that had performance fabrics that made it comfortable to swing in warmer conditions. Luckily, there are now apparel brands that are doing both. One of my favorites is a company called Redvanly. When I first reviewed […]
• If This Happens to You, DON’T Panic! Every Golfer Deals With It May 20
  If every golfer had a magic genie who could grant them one wish, most of them would ask, “please make me more consistent!” This is one of the most common requests amongst anyone who plays the game. In my opinion, consistency is perhaps one of the most misused and misunderstood words in golf. There are […]
• The Paradox of Choice May 6
  Years ago, I read a book called The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less. It warned how excessive choices in society (even as simple as buying a pair of jeans) wasn’t making us happier, but causing more stress and anxiety because of unrealistic expectations and something referred to as “decision-making paralysis.” At the time […]
• 5 Misconceptions That Are Preventing Golfers From Improving April 28
  One of the reasons I started Practical Golf was to help put an end to the myths and misinformation that golfers spread amongst themselves. Game improvement advice is often like a game of telephone from your childhood – by the time it reaches you, the information is not very helpful. To be clear, I’m just […]
• Swannies 2020 Update April 24
  A lot of apparel companies want to honor the traditions of where golf has been. Swannies, an up and coming golf apparel brand, takes a less serious approach and captures where the game is going for many. The younger generation of golfers doesn’t want to look like their parents. And they don’t want to take […]
• A Guide for Practicing Golf at Home March 18
  A lot of us are going to be spending more time at home than ever. In an attempt to help many of you keep busy, I created a guide with various ways you can practice golf at home. I’ll focus on three main categories – putting, full shots, and wedge play. Not everyone will have […]

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• Best bets for the Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit GC July 2
  The PGA Tour heads to Detroit July 2-5 for the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Here are our experts' best bets.
• Updated Tour virus policy allows for quicker return July 2
  The PGA Tour announced a significant change to its COVID-19 policies Wednesday that will allow players or caddies who test positive but are asymptomatic to return to competition if they return two negative test results at least 24 hours apart.
• Rocket Mortgage Classic exhibition tops $1M July 2
  Bubba Watson and Harold Varner III beat Jason Day and Wesley Bryan in a nine-hole exhibition match at The Rocket Mortgage Classic Wednesday that helped raise more than $1 million for Changing the Course, the event's charity initiative.
• Family tests negative; Simpson ready to play July 1
  After withdrawing from the Travelers Championship as a precaution, a recharged Webb Simpson is ready for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, and he said he believes golfers are taking protocols and safety measures more seriously now.
• USGA uses rankings, earnings for Women's Open July 1
  The USGA is leaning more on the world ranking for pros and amateurs, along with current money lists on American tours, to create a U.S. Women's Open field that will not have qualifying because of the coronavirus pandemic.
• LPGA cancels Canadian Women's Open in Sept. July 1
  The LPGA has canceled the Canadian Women's Open in September due to travel restrictions and quarantine requirements as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
• Watson, PGA pros to play in Detroit charity match July 1
  PGA Tour players Bubba Watson, Harold Varner III, Jason Day and Wesley Bryan will participate in a nine-hole match on Wednesday to benefit charity initiatives for the Rocket Mortgage Classic.
• Campbell becomes 6th on tour to test positive July 1
  Chad Campbell, who tested positive following a pre-tournament screening for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, said he is asymptomatic and feels "physically well."
• Watney: 'I still don't know how' I got coronavirus June 29
  Monday marked the 10th day of self-isolation for Nick Watney, the minimum required for PGA Tour players who test positive for the coronavirus.
• English fifth golfer on PGA Tour to test positive June 29
  Harris English on Monday became the fifth PGA Tour player to test positive for the coronavirus, learning the results at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit.

Golf Channel RSS Feed

• Defending champ Nate Lashley and Co. preview Rocket Mortgage Classic | Golf Central | Golf Channel July 2
• Fred Funk on preventing injuries and staying sharp at TPC Sawgrass | Golf Channel July 1
• Best of The Conor Moore Show | Episode 8 July 1
• Best of The Conor Moore Show | Episode 7 July 1
• USGA announces exemption categories for 75th U.S. Women's Open | Morning Drive | Golf Channel July 1
• Phil Mickelson vs. Winged Foot Golf Club | Morning Drive | Golf Channel July 1
• Three on the Tee for Rocket Mortage Classic | Golf Central | Golf Channel July 1
• Expert picks for the 2020 Rocket Mortgage Classic | Golf Channel June 30
• Most important numbers at Rocket Mortgage Classic | Morning Drive | Golf Channel June 30
• USGA events return to NBC | Golf Central | Golf Channel June 30

MyGolf Spy Forum – Golf Blog RSS Feed

• Hype Meter: Nike Air Zoom Infinity Tour July 1
  Is the hype justified? The post Hype Meter: Nike Air Zoom Infinity Tour appeared first on MyGolfSpy.
• Cleveland RTX ZipCore: A New Old-Fashioned Wedge  June 30
  Cleveland resets its flagship wedge. The post Cleveland RTX ZipCore: A New Old-Fashioned Wedge  appeared first on MyGolfSpy.
• 2020 MOST WANTED – THE BEST DRIVERS FOR SLOW SWING SPEEDS June 29
  The Best Performing Drivers for Slow Swing Speeds 2020 Have Been Announced! The post 2020 MOST WANTED – THE BEST DRIVERS FOR SLOW SWING SPEEDS appeared first on MyGolfSpy.
• 2020 MOST WANTED – THE BEST DRIVERS FOR MID SWING SPEEDS June 29
  The Best Performing Drivers for Mid Swing Speeds 2020 Have Been Announced! The post 2020 MOST WANTED – THE BEST DRIVERS FOR MID SWING SPEEDS appeared first on MyGolfSpy.
• 2020 MOST WANTED – THE BEST DRIVERS FOR HIGH SWING SPEEDS June 29
  The Best Performing Drivers for High Swing Speeds 2020 Have Been Announced! The post 2020 MOST WANTED – THE BEST DRIVERS FOR HIGH SWING SPEEDS appeared first on MyGolfSpy.