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USA Today
10-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Major Augusta golf project showing significant signs of progress
Although it's been three months since Rory McIlroy captured his career Grand Slam by winning the 2025 Masters, there's plenty of excitement in Augusta, Georgia, on the golf front these days. Augusta National Golf Club Chairman Fred Ridley announced in 2023 that the club was creating a partnership with Augusta Municipal Golf Course, First Tee of Augusta and Augusta Tech to strengthen public golf in the community. Ridley then followed with an announcement at the 2025 Masters that the club is partnering with five-time Masters champion Tiger Woods to design a nine-hole short course as part of the renovation of the muni lovingly referred to as "The Patch." Woods' non-profit, the TGR Foundation, will also construct a TGR Learning Lab in Augusta. A new video released by the course shows that sod is being laid and the renovations are beginning to take shape. It was previously announced that Augusta Tech would relocate its golf course management program to The Patch, creating a living classroom environment. The course, which is being handled by design teams from Tom Fazio and Beau Welling, is expected to be completed in April 2026. Woods, who has worked with Welling in the past, visited the site in late June with Ridley.
Newsweek
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Paige Spiranac Reveals Why Less Clothing is More on the Golf Course
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Paige Spiranac is well known for wearing very tight outfits to create her golf-related content. The renowned influencer has stated several times that dressing this way helps her perform better on the course. Recently, she further supported this claim. Spiranac used her X account, where she is followed by over a million fans, to post a photo of herself wearing a high-collar top, which is highly unusual for her. The former professional player accompanied the post with the following caption: "If you've been following me for awhile you know I have this working theory that I play better when I wear less clothes." "Can confirm that science is right once again. I played like sh*t today." If you've been following me for awhile you know I have this working theory that I play better when I wear less clothes. Can confirm that science is right once again. I played like 💩 today — Paige Spiranac (@PaigeSpiranac) June 23, 2025 Spiranac didn't reveal the course where she played her round, but her choice of attire suggests one of the most conservative venues in the country. The Augusta National Golf Club logo on her headwear could spark all sorts of speculation. With over 4 million Instagram followers and more than 1.5 million TikTok followers, Paige Spiranac's dress style has practically become her trademark. However, she didn't decide on this style overnight. It evolved alongside her involvement with the sport. "I was a competitive gymnast before I switched over to golf. And so, I was so comfortable being in leotards and when I started playing golf I didn't have enough money to go out and buy a whole new golf-appropriate wardrobe," Spiranac said during an interview for the Up And Adams Show. "So I would often wear athletic wear that I just had in my closet and that was leggings and tank tops. That's how I learned the game of golf on public golf courses where there wasn't a strict dress code." Golf is a sport known for its set of unwritten rules that govern the game in its broadest sense, despite being unofficial. The dress code is part of the package and includes long pants and tucked-in collared shirts or T-shirts for men. Women have some leeway regarding wearing skirts or shorts. However, their tops must also have collars and be generally tucked in. ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 28: Paige Spiranac watches a putt on the 10th hole during the 2024 Creator Classic prior to the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on August 28, 2024 in Atlanta,... ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 28: Paige Spiranac watches a putt on the 10th hole during the 2024 Creator Classic prior to the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on August 28, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by) More Getty Images Many golf facilities adopt dress codes that follow these unwritten rules. The LPGA Tour, PGA Tour, and major championships enforce this dress code, while LIV Golf and the Asian Tour are more flexible regarding shorts. The DP World Tour, on the other hand, handles matters on a case-by-case basis. Its tournaments in Africa and the Middle East allow shorts, but others in Europe do not. More Golf: Rory McIlroy's Gaffe amid Tommy Fleetwood's Epic Collapse
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jason Day Sparks Controversy With Wild Outfit Ahead of U.S. Open
Jason Day Sparks Controversy With Wild Outfit Ahead of U.S. Open originally appeared on Athlon Sports. In a world of golf where tucked-in polo shirts and khakis reign supreme, the presence of Jason Day has been a breath of fresh air for many over the past couple of years. With his daring sense of style that has ruffled feathers and turned many heads, Day has made a name for himself thanks to his partnership with Malbon, rocking parachute pants, trendy sweaters, and groutfits on the course. Advertisement This week, just a couple of days before the U.S. Open tees off on Thursday at Oakmont Country Club, Day once again turned some heads with his outfit choice. On Tuesday while warming up for a practice round, Day looked more like he was getting ready to head to a 4th of July barbecue rather than play a round of golf at one of the most prestigious country clubs in the nation. On theme for the week, Day was seen warming up on the range while rocking a pair of stars and stripes shorts with a blue polo shirt. What you think of Day's outfit choice likely represents how you feel about Day's fashion choices in general. Some are big fans of the bold looks, and the relatively casual nature with which Day treats the game, while others are upset that he is making a statement and going against the grain with his clothing. Advertisement Here's how some fans reacted on social media Tuesday morning: "Dude's straight up wearing swim trunks," one commenter said. "These are hard dgaf what anybody says," another fan added. "Known American, Jason Day," one observer added, noting that Day is famously Australian, making his American Flag shorts a bit ironic. While Day is letting the flashy outfit shine on a Tuesday practice round, it's fair to assume that he may tone things down a bit once the tournament starts on Thursday. We've seen this be the case in the past, with Augusta National Golf Club famously having to approve his wardrobe before The Masters Tournament this past spring. Advertisement As for the actual golf being played, Day hopes to get back into form and compete for another major championship. His only major victory came in 2015 at the PGA Championship, and he hasn't won on the PGA Tour since 2022 at the AT&T Byron Nelson. This season, Day has three top-10 finishes in 10 starts thus far. Related: Bryson DeChambeau's Bold Statement Before U.S. Open Has Fans Buzzing This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
US Open Champion Calls $21K Penalty on Self at RBC Canadian Open
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. With only three holes left in the second round of the RBC Canadian Open, Justin Rose called a two-stroke penalty on himself. In an ironic twist, the 2013 US Open champion missed the cut by exactly two strokes. In other words, his decision cost him at least $20,090, which is the lowest amount anyone will earn if they make the cut. Rose could very easily improved upon that over the weekend, also. But the incident not only demonstrated the player's sportsmanship, but also revealed that even a veteran like Rose can have gaps in his knowledge of golf rules. Had he been better prepared from a regulatory standpoint, he could have gained one more stroke, though it still would not have been enough to make the cut. The incident occurred on the seventh hole, 16th of the second round for Rose. The Englishman shanked his tee shot, which took an unexpected path to the right. The ball came to rest 57 yards from the hole, with Rose finding it in the middle of the thick rough. Rose then tried to clear a loose impediment, causing the ball to move. That was mistake No. 1. He decided to execute his second stroke and declare the rule violation that had occurred, which was mistake No. 2. However, he did not take into account Rule 9.4, which states that the moved ball must be repositioned to its original position and the offender receives only a one-stroke penalty. Justin Rose of England plays his shot from the tenth tee during the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 07, 2024 in Dublin, Ohio. Justin Rose of England plays his shot from the tenth tee during the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 07, 2024 in Dublin, playing the ball without repositioning it, Rose incurred the infraction established in Rule 14.7a: playing the ball from an incorrect position. This infraction carries a two-stroke penalty. Granted, Rose's confusion was irrelevant because he would have missed the cut regardless of whether he received one or two penalty strokes. But had he not caused his ball to move by attempting to move the loose impediment, he very likely makes the weekend and a paycheck. The Englishman had reached the seventh hole with a score of 3-under, but ended up at 1-under after the penalty. Rose parred the last two holes, but it was not enough, as the cut line was drawn at 3-under. The 11-time PGA Tour winner has had a very up-and-down 2025 season. He has played in 11 tournaments, missed four cuts, withdrew from one event, and finished in the top 10 three times, including his career third runner-up finish at the Masters Tournament. After his excellent result at Augusta National Golf Club, Rose has struggled to find his best golf. Since then, he has played in four tournaments, missing one cut and withdrawing from another. His best result was a tie for 42nd place at the RBC Heritage. More Golf: Rory McIlroy Posts Worst PGA Tour Finish of Career at Canadian Open
Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
PGA Tour major winner scoops £300k in first big victory since leaving prison
Former Masters and US Open champion Angel Cabrera won the Regions Tradition by one stroke to seal his first senior major on Monday. Two years ago, the two-time major champion was released from prison after serving a 30-month sentence in South America, stemming from charges of domestic violence against two former partners. Argentinian Cabrera birdied two of his remaining three holes to post the lowest final round in the field with an eight-under 64, scoring victory over Jerry Kelly at the Greystone Golf and Country Club in Birmingham, Alabama, by one shot on -20. He took home just shy of £300,000 ($390,000) in prize money. The victory marks Cabrera's second win in four starts this season on the PGA Champions Tour. 'To win a major is incredible, so I'm very proud,' Cabrera said. 'It brings a lot of thoughts into my mind. It was very hard, the stuff I went through, so there's a lot going on in my mind right now. It's hard to process.' The 55-year-old was released from prison on parole in August 2023 and made a return to professional competition in Argentina in December of that year, making the cut in the Abierto del Litoral. After obtaining a visa for travel to the United States, Cabrera resumed his career on the PGA Tour Champions in 2024, playing in 12 events and posting two top-10 finishes. Eighteen months since his competitive return to the sport, the veteran has now notched two wins on the Champions Tour. He was also victorious at the James Hardie Pro Football Hall of Fame Invitational in Florida last month. He then returned to the Masters for the first time since 2019, but missed the cut with rounds of 75 and 80. Months after returning to the PGA Tour Champions, the Argentine opened up to Golf Digest about his convictions. "I am repentant and embarrassed," he said. "I made serious mistakes. I refused to listen to anyone and did what I wanted, how I wanted and when I wanted. That was wrong." His return to golf was marred with controversy. Co-founder of social justice organisation Reclaim These Streets, Jamie Klinger, said: 'It seems as long as male athletes can excel at hitting a ball, we excuse those same men hitting women". Yet chairman of Augusta National Golf Club, Fred Ridley, claimed that that despite Cabrera's time served, his lifetime status as a former champion remained, and thus he was invited to compete. 'We certainly abhor domestic violence of any type,' Ridley said on the eve of this year's Masters. 'As it relates to Angel, Angel has served the sentence that was prescribed by the Argentine courts and he was a past champion, so he was invited.' The PGA Tour Champions season continues next week with the Senior PGA Championship at the Congressional Country Club.
