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Rory McIlroy is currently on a hiatus from golf following his U.S. Open heartbreak, but he has been joined by a number of other key names following last week's Travelers Championship

Why PGA Tour's biggest stars are not playing this weekend after Rory McIlroy decision

Tiger Woods' son Charlie Woods has surged to a career-high of 38th in the 'Class of 2027' per The Universal Golf Rankings (TUGR) as a result of him winning a tournament that qualifies him for next month's US Junior Amateur at Oakland Hills. Woods, 15, carded a brilliant round of...

Charlie Woods latest result sees him reach career-high in Junior Golf Rankings

BroBible

Golfers can go a lifetime without getting the chance to record a hallowed hole-in-one, and if you’re still in search of that elusive achievement, you’ll probably be very, very jealous of the seemingly unprecedented feat Frank Bensel Jr. managed to pull off during the second round of the U.S. Senior Open. The PGA states the […]
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Golfer At U.S. Senior Open Makes History With Two Aces On Back-To-Back Holes

Indy100

A man was attacked by a monster shark in front of his poor wife in what she later described as something straight out of Jaws.Thadeus Kubinski, 69, was out for a swim with his spouse Anna in the shallow water behind their home in Florida’s Boca Ciega Bay, when he decided to jump off the dock.This seemingly innocuous decision was, ultimately, to cost him his life, authorities later confirmed.The splash from his plunge attracted a nine-foot-long bull shark that was feeding in the water, the Tampa Bay Times reported following the tragedy which occurred in August 2000.Bull sharks are notoriously...

Man eaten by monster shark in front of his own home in 'real-life Jaws' scene

Golf, IL

Silvis, IL

Two-time champion Jordan Spieth and Patrick Cantlay highlight the field for the John Deere Classic, July 4-7 at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois. The John Deere marks the final full-field event before the Tour heads to Scotland for the Genesis Scottish Open and then The Open Championship at Royal Troon.

Two-time champion Jordan Spieth, Patrick Cantlay highlight John Deere Classic field

Westchester County, NY

The Independent

 The next round in Newport is on Frank Bensel — and make it a double.The 56-year-old club pro from New York made back-to-back holes-in-one at the U.S. Senior Open on Friday — a first in the 1,001-tournament history of the USGA and believed to be the only time it’s happened on any major golf tour.“It was like an out-of-body experience,” Bensel said before posing for pictures with the ball, 6-iron and pin flags from the fourth and fifth holes at the Newport Country Club.“I’ve played a lot of golf in my life, and just to see a hole-in-one in...

Frank Bensel makes hole-in-one on back-to-back shots at the U.S. Senior Open

Midland, MI

Two teams that were tied for the lead after the opening 18 holes of the Dow Championship were joined by three more on Friday for a five-way tie at the midpoint in Midland, Mich. Australia's Grace Kim recorded the first hole-in-one of her life as the 23-year-old Australian and American...

Five teams share lead at LPGA's Dow Championship

Detroit, MI

ESPN

Akshay Bhatia and England's Aaron Rai shot 4-under par 68s to remain co-leaders through the third round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic on Saturday in Detroit.

Akshay Bhatia, Aaron Rai atop tight Rocket Mortgage

Irish Star

Rory McIlroy will not compete at this week's Rocket Mortgage Classic

Rory McIlroy gives up on $1.6m prize as he continues to keep to himself

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

Nick Dunlap is now in his 15th event as a professional golfer since shocking the world by winning The American Express in La Quinta as an amateur last January. And while he’s more comfortable now with the professional life, Dunlap admits the pro game can be frustrating. “Honestly, the...

Nick Dunlap, very much in Rocket Mortgage contention, admits PGA Tour life is 'a little lonely'

Akshay Bhatia was tied with Aaron Rai atop the Rocket Mortgage Classic after shooting 5-under 67 on Friday, while 15-year-old Miles Russell missed the cut in his PGA Tour debut.

Akshay Bhatia shares Rocket Mortgage lead; Russell misses cut

Welcome to Playing Through’s morning ritual — Golf Talk Today. Each morning will feature a Golf Talk Today, where the crew will discuss various elements throughout the PGA Tour, LPGA, LIV Golf, and more. It is Moving Day at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Akshay Bhatia and Aaron Rai...

Golf Talk Today: Rocket Mortgage Round 3 tee times for competitive Moving Day

Delivering the club head through impact straight and efficiently during the golf swing can be difficult when your arms are working against you. This week, Golfweek’s fitness guru and long driver Averee Dovsek demonstrates a tip to help get rid of the dreaded ‘chicken wing’ in the golf swing. This forces the golfer to flip the golf club through impact with inconsistent results.

Golf instruction: How to stop 'chicken winging' your swing

California State

San Diego, CA

San Diego native Caden Fiorini claimed the biggest amateur golf prize in the Golden State. Fiorini, the No.12 seed, defeated No. 18 Torey Edwards, 3 and 2, to win the California Amateur Championship title on Saturday at Sherwood Country Club. It's the second state title for Fiorini, who played last season at University of Las Vegas.

Caden Fiorini is the newest California Amateur champion

The sun is starting to peak through, and summer golf is officially here, but that doesn't mean you should venture out onto the course without a good mid-layer. Mid-layers are an essential part of any good golf outfit, and there has never been a better time to freshen up your golfing wardrobe with offerings from some of the biggest brands in the game, including PUMA, PING, G/FORE and Peter Millar.

Best Golf Mid-Layers 2024: Buyer's Guide and things you need to know

Neal Shipley is no longer an amateur golfer but officially a professional. He made his PGA Tour Americas start last week at The Beachlands Victoria Open and finished T9. Shipley received a sponsorship exemption into the Rocket Mortgage Classic to make his first PGA Tour start as a professional. He is no stranger to the PGA Tour, though, as he took the world by storm at The Masters and U.S. Open.

Rocket Mortgage: Neal Shipley finds no learning curve, contends in 1st professional PGA Tour start

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Chicago, IL

Hollywood Unlocked

On Friday, the Chicago Sky made the decision to release guard Kysre Gondrezick, causing disappointment among basketball fans. Despite her infrequent playing time this season, Gondrezick had garnered a strong following among fans for her contributions to the team. Even though she only played in five games with minimal time on the court, Gondrezick managed ... Read more
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Chicago Sky Announces They Have Cut Kysre Gondrezick From Their Roster

Lee Westwood claims everyone he has spoken to so far this week is happy that both he and fellow LIV Golf pro Richard Bland are competing in this week's US Senior Open for the first time. Westwood, 51, might be shut out from competing on the PGA Tour Champions as...

Lee Westwood makes bold LIV Golf claim during US Senior Open

Rhode Island State

Chris Hockaday might not win the US Senior Open this week but the qualifier's story will likely be the best one you hear all week at Newport Country Club in Rhode Island. Hockaday, 55, qualified for his second-ever US Senior Open this week and he has taken full advantage by making the halfway cut for the first time in his career with rounds of 69 and 72 to lie 1-over par in T47 heading into the weekend.

Qualifier talks drug addiction battle en route to making cut at US Senior Open

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PGA Tour set for major changes including relegation (?!) amid Saudi PIF talks

The PGA Tour's Player Advisory Council (PAC) is reportedly mulling over some huge changes that could come into effect in 2026, one of which includes relegation...

PGA Tour set for major changes including relegation (?!) amid Saudi PIF talks

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