Opinion

Tiger Woods of the United States acknowledges the crowd following his round on the 18th green on day two of The 152nd Open championship at Royal Troon

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 Thomas of the United States tees off on the 16th hole during a practice round prior to The 152nd Open championship at Royal Troon on July 15, 2024

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 Aberg of Sweden speaks in a press conference prior to The 152nd Open championship at Royal Troon on July 15, 2024 in Troon, Scotland.

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.

The 2025 Team USA Ryder Cup captain, Keegan Bradley during the 2025 Ryder Cup Captain’s Announcement

Can Clark Kent become Superman at Bethpage?

M. James Ward examines the new USA Ryder Cup captain and what lies ahead for Keegan Bradley.

Donald Trump

The new Master of the Masters?

The recent television debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump descended into farce as they traded disparaging remarks about each other’s golf.

The 15th Hole at Pinehurst No.2

Pinehurst revisited

Donald Ross’ creation may be the toughest test of chipping in the United States.

The clubhouse at TPC River Highlands

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 DeChambeau holds his arms aloft in celebration after winning his second US Open title

Bryson just wins, Rory just doesn’t

In the end it all comes down to a single putt.

Bryson DeChambeau holds the US Open trophy in the bunker from which he made the winning par at the US Open at Pinehurst

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…

Rory Mcilroy

Major McIlroy meltdown

M. James Ward outlines how Rory’s story just got more complicated and if the talented player can recover from the Pinehurst implosion.

Bryson DeChambeau is leading heading into the final round of the US Open

Is Bryson bound? 2nd US Open in reach

M. James Ward examines the remarkable turnaround from previous enigma to fan favorite now with a win at Pinehurst firmly in sight.

The fifth hole at Pinehurst No.2 - US Open 2024

Fear factor flourishing at Pinehurst No.2

M. James Ward outlines how precision has returned to this year’s US Open and how mental anguish will impact the contenders this weekend.

Tiger Woods

Memo to Tiger – There is no tomorrow

M. James Ward outlines the reality of what Woods faces and the tight rope he walks between being hopeful and hopeless.

Ludvig Åberg finished the opening round of the US Open in third place.

Ludvig lurking

M. James Ward assesses the emergence of golf’s next generation and whether a Swede can win the grand prize this week at Pinehurst.

Patrick Cantlay

Can “Paddy Ice” heat up at US Open?

M. James Ward assesses the underachievement to date of Patrick Cantlay in the major championships.

Scottie Scheffler hopes to secure his first-ever FedEx Cup title at the Tour Championship.

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…

US Open Trophy

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.

Nelly Korda celebrates with the trophy after winning The Chevron Championship

A horrible start and an early finish

The Women’s PGA Championship at Sahalee Country Club in Washington state starts next week.