Written by M. James Ward
2025 Ryder Cup – questions abound, answers evolving
Captains Keegan Bradley and Luke Donald will lead the respective teams. M. James Ward outlines the key topics ahead.
You’re a golfer – right? Well, not exactly.
The sport has seen a clear uptick in interest. Do you simply play golf or merit the more prestigious tagline – golfer?
What’s the story with Rory?
Stuck on four major wins since 2014. A decade later the mystifying misfires are multiplying.
PGA Tour and LIV aim for marriage, hurdles to clear remain significant
Discussions ramped up last week in New York but is the pathway ahead promising or a sure highway to hell?
Superman Scheffler soaring – transcending Tiger?
The 2024 PGA Tour season showcased a clear separation for the world-ranked number one and those seeking to chase him down.
Tiger, Tiger – His life, as it’s never been told before
James Patterson book review
Fantastic Finish? Not Exactly.
Can a convoluted system truly bring a satisfactory conclusion to the PGA Tour season?
Looking to escape the shadows and emerge
M. James Ward examines the quest to reach golf’s promised land and the heartache for those failing to do so.
Whoa Nelly! Can Korda regain form in Paris with repeat gold?
M. James Ward examines how the top-ranked female golfer is attempting to resurrect early season form with a return to Olympic stardom.
Is golf a gold medal Olympic fit?
The Paris Games features a 3rd edition golf competition on both the men’s and women’s side. M. James Ward examines if the inclusion in the…
The 152nd Open – memories made, lasting leaves
M. James Ward outlines the central storylines from this year’s final major championship and the ripples cast going forward.
The five best modern Open championship players
M. James Ward outlines the greatest champions of links golf since World War II
Tiger’s torment – now ours
M. James Ward reviews the continued ineffectual play of the 15-time major champion and why the prognosis is hardly promising.
Justin time?
M. James Ward reviews the emergence of the two-time major champion and whether the progress made will be sustained.
McIlroy’s misfire
M. James Ward delves into the confounding play of the four-time major winner and the ongoing major-less slump
Ludvig’s lessons
M. James Ward analyzes the emerging Swedish golfer and the lessons he must learn from his final round hiccups.
The Lore of the Links
M. James Ward outlines the roots of the game and how The Open is the critical connector to past, present and future.
Can Clark Kent become Superman at Bethpage?
M. James Ward examines the new USA Ryder Cup captain and what lies ahead for Keegan Bradley.
The Travelers: Golf’s go to event
M. James Ward outlines the rise of Connecticut’s PGA Tour event and how a strict attention to details has proven to be a bonanza for…
Bryson’s renaissance at Pinehurst
M. James Ward outlines how the “new” DeChambeau is a fan favorite and how his stirring final par to edge out Rory McIlroy is just…