Written by M. James Ward
Robert Davis III interview
PGA of America Master Professional, Director of Golf, PGA Learning and Performance Center at Yalong Bay GC, Sanya, China
The Langer legacy
The German’s U.S. Senior Open win elevates him to top position as the all-time winner on the Champions Tour. M. James Ward explains the magical…
Is courtship with LIV in LPGA’s future?
The recent announcement of the PGA TOUR and LIV aligning together has caused a major upheaval in men’s professional golf. M. James Ward reviews the…
Off and Ruoning
Top ranked women players were AWOL at Baltusrol but a 20-year-old from China stole the show from a blooming Rose and other pursuers. M. James…
Can Zhang’s sequel surpass original?
Winning in her debut performance just two weeks ago, Rose Zhang demonstrated a clear superstar persona for women’s professional golf. M. James Ward examines the…
Baltusrol’s formidable gauntlet, women’s best face crucial opening test?
For the first time since 1985, Baltusrol Golf Club will serve as host for the finest female professional golfers. M. James Ward examines how the…
Riviera lands 2031 U.S. Open
The venerable design annually hosts the Genesis Invitational on the PGA TOUR and will now stage its fourth major event in club history. M. James…
How Wyndham won and Rory’s same old story
The conclusion of the 123rd U.S. Open at The Los Angeles Country Club featured two men seeking the same prize. M. James Ward reviews how…
Will Rory’s LACC story finally end in glory?
The four-time major winner’s quest to end his winless streak in majors has been analbatross around McIlroy’s neck since 2014. M. James Ward outlines how…
Hooray for Hollywood, not at LACC!
Membership at private clubs in the USA are renowned for their exclusivity and privacy. M. James Ward delves into LACC and the dark veil on…
Golf’s “other” ticking time bomb
The staging of this week’s U.S. Open at LACC pushed aside momentarily the pending marriage of the PGA TOUR and LIV. M. James Ward examines…
Is Rickie Ready?
After a dramatic free-fall from the top of the golf pecking order Fowler flew high with Thursday’s opening round of 62 in the U.S. Open.…
Key questions needing answers at U.S. Open
As the 123rd championship commences today, Los Angeles Country Club is now ready for its Hollywood close-up. M. James Ward reviews the various topics of…
Six holes to watch at this year’s U.S. Open
123rd U.S. Open
Will LACC have Hollywood ending?
It took 75 years but finally the championship of American golf returns to the Los Angeles area. M. James Ward examines the stakes involved and…
The Miller mystique, Johnny’s journey
The 2023 Bob Jones award recipient shook the golfing world 50 years ago with an earthquake U.S. Open round that still resonates. M. James Ward…
Behind the Architectural Curtain – 123rd US Open Pt.2
Los Angeles Country Club
Behind the Architectural Curtain – 123rd US Open Pt.1
Los Angeles Country Club
The ten greatest shots in U.S. Open history
The 123rd national championship of American golf takes place for the first time at Los Angeles Country Club. M. James Ward outlines the ten greatest…
Monahan’s mindless miscalculation
Tuesday’s stunning announcement by PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan abandoned a clear and longstanding position against LIV. M. James Ward examines the subjugation of morals…