Tempe, AZ

Portland, OR

Angel Yin is once again a contender in a major championship on the LPGA Tour, giving herself a chance to win the 2024 Portland Classic in Oregon. Golf fans have long known about Yin's capability as a player, but she now seems to again be asserting herself as a force in more LPGA Tour events.

What does Haci mean on Angel Yin’s hat at the 2024 Portland Classic?

Changing the way you hold the club is one of the toughest adjustments to work on, but it's necessary if you're making this common mistake with your grip. Take a look at this golf glove that I've drawn some lines on to illustrate the problem. Many amateur golfers hold the club with the grip laying in the palm of their gloved hand—see the red lines in the photo below. When you hold the club predominantly in your palm, you can't release it properly in the downswing. Not only does that make it much harder to square the clubface at impact, it also restricts your ability to give the shot some "pop" because you don't have any energy to release at the bottom of the swing.

The way you hold the club might be costing you a bunch of yards

Welcome to Shaving Strokes, a GOLF.com series in which we’re sharing improvements, learnings and takeaways from amateur golfers just like you — including some of the speed bumps and challenges they faced along the way. As a mid-handicapper, I can’t even fathom the amount of work I’d need...

Trying to become a scratch golfer? Try this six-3’s concept

For more than a quarter century, golf fans watched Tiger Woods dominate pro golf while wearing the Nike swoosh. The two teamed up for countless memories on the course and nearly as many memorable commercials off it. Heck, even Woods' most famous shot, his chip-in on No. 16 during the final round of the 2005 Masters, featured his then swoosh-covered golf ball pausing perfectly on the edge of the hole for millions to see before droping into the cup.

How much money do tour pros actually make from endorsements?

Watch a tour player like Rory McIlroy take the club back and you should clearly see that one of the things he does so well is move his upper body independently of the lower body—and vice versa. It’s crucial to many facets of the swing, notably being able to take the club back fully and put yourself in position to lead with the legs and hips as you start down into the ball.

Hit it like Rory? Probably not. But you can make a better golf swing with these gym moves

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

When Scottie Scheffler wins, he cries. In other words, he's done a LOT of crying this year. It's gotten to a point where it doesn't even feel special when he gets choked up anymore. Save some tears for the rest of us, Scot!. Then again, Olympic tears—gold medal tears—hit very,...

Scottie Scheffler tearing up at the podium while the national anthem plays might be the clip of the year in golf

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Golf, FL

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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Charlie Woods and Eva Lye won their respective divisions at the 2024 South Florida PGA Junior Cup. Contested at the BallenIsles Country Club’s newly renovated East Course in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, the event is simply known as “The Cup” and is one of the eight junior majors on the South Florida PGA Junior Tour.

Charlie Woods wins South Florida PGA Junior Cup, one of the PGA Junior Tour's eight majors

Virginia State

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

A lingering thumb injury has knocked Englishman Matt Fitzpatrick out of the Olympics. The International Golf Federation announced on Saturday that the 2022 U.S. Open champion had withdrawn with a right thumb strain. Fitzpatrick pulled out after persevering through a third round of 81 at Le Golf National to put him at five over. That effort came only a day after he fired a 64 on Friday. He opened with a 73.

Olympics 2024: A day after shooting 64, Matt Fitzpatrick is out with an injury

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The Olympics are a time for people to come together and respect one another, seeing which country can come out on top in certain sports. But, for some, the heat of the moment becomes too much and they let their anger and frustrations get the best of them. This is exactly what happened with the latest Olympic soccer match between Argentina and France, seeing the hosts narrowly make it to the next round of their home tournament.

Olympic Soccer Game Ends in Huge Fight

SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, France -- Jon Rahm had an Olympic gold medal practically around his neck Sunday, playing his best golf since he won the Masters a year ago and looking like a lock to finish his tough year in the biggest events with a signature moment. He left Le Golf National...

Jon Rahm has Olympic gold in his grasp and leaves with nothing

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Three players share the record at Le Golf National's L'Albatros course - the French club's premier layout - which is being used for the Paris 2024 Olympic tournaments

What Is The Course Record At Le Golf National?

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, France — That booing on the first tee during Saturday’s third round of the Olympics men’s golf was a stark contrast to the carnival atmosphere that’s surrounded the mammoth crowds at Le Golf National. Turns out it was (mostly) all in good fun. The boos...

Olympics 2024: Boos on the first tee? Don't blame the golf

Kentucky State

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Florida State

NBC News

John Nieporte, a PGA head golf professional at Trump International Golf Club in Florida, praised Trump's golf skills, saying that he's not only a great boss but also "one hell of a golfer." He praises witnessing Trump's generosity and character for the past 25 years.

Florida golf club employee says Trump is 'one hell of a golfer'

PORTLAND, Ore. — Andrea Lee took the lead Saturday in a bid for her second Portland Classic victory in three seasons, shooting a 5-under 67 for a one-stroke advantage over Dewi Weber and Alexa Pano. Lee rebounded from an opening bogey to birdie five of the next eight holes...

Andrea Lee takes third-round lead in bid for second Portland Classic win in three years

Scottsdale, AZ

Mesa, AZ

Phoenix, AZ

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Ask a super: Why are practice greens slower than greens on the course?

You thought you did the right thing by getting to the course 15 minutes early to hit a few putts. You got your speed dialed in,...

Ask a super: Why are practice greens slower than greens on the course?

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