M. James Ward

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.

The 8th hole of Pinehurst Resort & C.C. (Course No. 2)

Lasting lessons learned

M. James Ward assesses how the USGA has adjusted from past fumbles into getting host sites prepared smartly for a US Open host role.

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…

The 4th hole

The rise, fall and return – Pinehurst’s pageantry Pt.1

M. James Ward reviews the next chapter in the development of America’s golf mecca with the staging of the 124th US Open this week.

The 3rd hole of Pinehurst Resort & C.C. No. 2

The rise, fall and return – Pinehurst’s pageantry Pt.2

M. James Ward reviews the next chapter in the development of America’s golf mecca with the staging of the 124th US Open this week.

The U.S. Open Trophy is seen at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club

Six key holes to watch at this year’s US Open at Pinehurst

M. James Ward examines several key holes that will play a crucial role in determining which player hoists the trophy at Pinehurst in the US…

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Pinehurst No.2 – Pt.2

124th US Open – Pinehurst, North Carolina, USA

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.

The 17th hole of Pinehurst Resort

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Pinehurst No.2 – Pt.1

124th U.S. Open – Pinehurst, North Carolina, USA

A detailed view of the hole 18 flag on Course No. 2 - Pinehurst No. 2 is set to host the 2024 US Open

What makes Pinehurst No. 2 so compelling?

M. James Ward examines the architecture that the world’s best will encounter on Donald Ross’ Pinehurst No. 2 masterpiece.

Nick Taylor, second from left, of Canada, reacts after winning the Canadian Open golf tournament on the fourth playoff hole

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…

Grade "A" Architecture - Tamarack CC Holes 1 & 2 after the renovation

Grade “A” Architecture – Tamarack CC

Greenwich, Connecticut, USA

Xander Schauffele holds the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the US PGA Championship

Ten lessons learned from Valhalla

M. James Ward examines the moments and memories that resonate from the 106th PGA Championship.

Xander Schauffele holds the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the US PGA Championship at Valhalla

“X” factor earns Wannamaker

M. James Ward outlines how Xander Schauffele secured the PGA Championship title with a gusty final round performance

Shane Lowry (pictured) brought himself into contention with a 3rd roud 62 at the PGA Championship

Shane’s Show

M. James Ward reviews how the Irishman nearly posted the lowest 18-hole score in a major event and now finds himself in contention to secure…

Belle of Louisville Riverboats

Louisville lives

Bourbon City is a mecca for the fullest range of entertainment options with the PGA Championship in the headliner role this week.

Collin Morikawa holds the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the 2020 PGA Championship golf tournament at TPC Harding

Morikawa’s major move

M. James Ward outlines how the two-time major champion is poised to make a run this weekend for a second Wannamaker Trophy.

Scottie Scheffler watches his tee shot at the RBC Heritage golf tournament

Scheffler’s seismic situation

M. James Ward reviews the circumstances turning this year’s PGA Championship into far more than the sport’s second major event in 2024