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Will big four continue solid play at Pinehurst?
M. James Ward outlines the consistency of Scheffler, Schauffele, Morikawa and DeChambeau and whether the foursome will materialize again down the stretch at this year’s…
The greatest non-winners of the US Open
M. James Ward outlines the most talented players who failed to claim the coveted US Open Golf Championship.
A horrible start and an early finish
The Women’s PGA Championship at Sahalee Country Club in Washington state starts next week.
Completed and underway in Comporta
Golf on Portugal’s Alentejo coast.
The Forgotten Open
M. James Ward examines how the Canadian Open went from one of the most prestigious championships to a far lesser role and is now seeking…
The nearly man makes it at last
No one can deny the Olympic champion is a deserving major winner.
McIlroy: playing & politics
Rory McIlroy has been much in the news recently, on the course and off.
New Korea Country Club: A hidden gem that packs a punch
Located just outside the vibrant metropolis of Seoul sits the idyllic New Korea Country Club, the host for this week’s Aramco Team Series event.
Head-scratching hiccups, the USGA, R&A flip-flop
M. James Ward examines why rule-making organisations failed to act in a timely manner and then abandoned an initial rollback solution more suitable for recreational…
Who cares who wins?
The absurd riches that are presently flooding the sport may end up finishing it.
Scheffler still sizzling, PGA Championship looming
After winning the RBC following a second Masters triumph, M. James Ward outlines the monster year now in motion for the firmly entrenched number one…
Remember who the Ryder Cup is between
The Ryder Cup is of fundamental importance to golf in a way no DP World Tour event is.
Scheffler’s seismic shock waves
Golf’s sheriff reinforced his position as the game’s best. M. James Ward reviews what lies ahead for the two-time Masters champion and can the competition…
On Seaside Golf
A Cornish escape
Scottie beaming up again
The world No. 1 will doubtless be the favourite to win his third major at the USPGA Championship next month.
Grades at the 88th Masters
The first major of the year produced an interesting mixture of highs and lows. M. James Ward assigns grades across the board from this year’s…
How Swede it is!
The name Ludvig Åberg may not be recognized as an up and coming pro golfer — just yet. M. James Ward reviews the near stunning play of…
Morikawa’s “moving day”
Saturday’s third round generally features advancements by various players. M. James Ward outlines the only golfer who did so and what a green jacket can…
“Oh wow” Verne!
Long-time Masters announcer calls 40th and final Masters today. M. James Ward reviews his most memorable calls at Augusta.
Scottie saves his round – and tournament
A roller-coaster round for the world’s best player. M. James Ward examines how Scheffler stopped the bleeding and holds the lead going into Sunday’s final…