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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Wayne Gretzky's daughter Paulina Gretzky's Golf Digest cover sparked outrage and reignited gender equity debate in golf
Golf Digest faced criticism for featuring Paulina Gretzky, rather than a professional golfer, on its cover (Image via her IG) Back in April 2014, Golf Digest made headlines—and not for a hole-in-one. The magazine's choice to feature Paulina Gretzky , the daughter of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky and fiancée of PGA star Dustin Johnson, on its cover stirred up significant backlash from the women's golf community. Despite not being a professional golfer herself, Gretzky landed the prime spot, igniting a conversation that still resonates today about representation and respect in women's sports. A cover that missed the mark for many in women's golf Golf Digest positioned the issue as part of its annual fitness edition, showcasing Paulina Gretzky in form-fitting workout wear instead of traditional golf attire. The magazine defended the decision, with editor-in-chief Jerry Tarde saying, 'Paulina ranks at the high end of the golf celebrity scene today, and she has a compelling story to tell. She also might get some new people interested in the game.' But that rationale didn't sit well with several top LPGA players. For them, it wasn't about Gretzky personally—it was about the message it sent. "It's the state of where we've always been. We don't get the respect for being the golfers we are," said then top-ranked golfer Stacy Lewis. 'Obviously, Golf Digest is trying to sell magazines, but at the same time you like to see a little respect for the women's game.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [선착순] 모발이식 단 돈 '49만원' 메디케어플래닛 더 알아보기 Undo The frustration wasn't just about one magazine cover—it highlighted the chronic underrepresentation of female athletes, even within their own sport. Veteran LPGA player Angela Stanford questioned who Golf Digest was really marketing to. 'If the answer is men 25 years old through 45 years old, then I guess that's what they have to do… but the LPGA has some attractive women and very fit women, so why not use them?' Also Read: 'Disgusting behavior': Sam Bennett sparks outrage after showing zero remorse after violent his hit left Roman Josi with lifelong condition Though it's been over ten years, Paulina Gretzky's Golf Digest cover remains a symbol of the gender disparity in sports media. It wasn't just about aesthetics—it became a flashpoint for the ongoing struggle women face in getting their accomplishments acknowledged over their appearance. For many in the game, the conversation sparked by that 2014 issue is still unfinished. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Forbes
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Golf Digest's Top 100: Major Movers, New Entries, And Big Drops
EDINA, MN - JUNE 28: Stacy Lewis hits her approach shot on the 18th hole as her father/caddie Dale ... More looks on during the third round of the 2008 U.S. Women's Open at Interlachen Country Club on June 28, 2008 in Edina, Minnesota. (Photo by) There are only a few truly cherished days each year: Christmas morning, Masters Sunday, the day your club announces its opening for the season—and when Golf Digest publishes its Top 100 Golf Courses list. This list is a composite of reviews from a wide range of Golf Digest raters with varying backgrounds, playing abilities, and access levels to the mostly private clubs it features. In some cases, very few raters are granted entry to the most exclusive clubs—like Augusta National or Pine Valley. These ratings have a real impact on a course's prestige and bottom line. Since the list's inception in 1966, golfers have been chasing the dream of playing all 100. Recognition on the list brings attention, and that attention brings rounds, interest, memberships, and prestige. Notable newcomers to the 2025 Top 100 include CapRock Ranch, Sand Valley's Lido, and Ladera Golf Club. CapRock and Ladera, both designed by Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner, are located in Nebraska and California respectively. Despite the distance, they share similar traits—expansive views and a naturalistic use of terrain. The Lido enters the Top 100 list its firsts year open. The course is a near perfect replica of the ... More original course constructed in New York in 1917 The Lido, a reconstruction of a once-lost classic, is credited to the Tom Doak design team and the late C.B. Macdonald. Originally located on the New York coast, The Lido was considered one of the best courses in the world before it was lost to history. Its rebirth began as a digital model in The Golf Club video game and was brought to life in the sandy soil of central Wisconsin—now a near-exact replica. For brand-new courses, debuting on the Top 100 is a major accomplishment. In the case of CapRock and Lido, their reputation helps attract players to their additional on-site courses as well. Crooked Stick, the site of John Daly's improbable 1991 PGA Championship win, returns to the list. Daly entered the tournament as an alternate and emerged as a crowd favorite—an underdog story that helped define his career. Two Midwestern classics saw the most significant jumps: Interlachen Country Club (+20) and Medinah Country Club No. 3 (+19). Both recently underwent major updates. Interlachen's project focused on restoring the original Donald Ross/Willie Watson design. Archival photos from Bobby Jones' 1930 U.S. Open win and original course sketches helped guide the restoration. MEDINAH, IL- JULY 6 The clubhouse at the Medinah Country Club, host of the 2006 PGA Championship, ... More taken on July 6, 2005 in Medinah, Illinois. (Photo by PGA) Medinah's renovation, meanwhile, was more of a redesign than a restoration. Previously the site of three U.S. Opens and two PGA Championships, the course—originally by Tom Bendelow and later altered by Rees Jones—was reimagined by the OCM Group (Ogilvy, Cocking, Mead). Other major risers include Winged Foot East (+16) and Old Town Club (+15). Though often overshadowed by its West Course, Winged Foot East's jump brings it nearly on par, reinforcing Winged Foot as one of the top 36-hole properties in the world. Old Town Club now ranks 3rd in North Carolina and 39th nationally, thanks to Coore and Crenshaw's work in 2023. Pebble Beach climbed from 12th to 9th, returning to the Top 10. Unlike other high movers, Pebble didn't undergo a major restoration—its continued excellence speaks for itself. It remains one of the crown jewels of public golf. Some familiar names took a hit this year: Rumors of poor course conditioning may have contributed to Black Diamond Ranch's 18-spot drop. Meanwhile, both Butler National and Oak Tree National, known for their difficulty and potential to host championships, saw steep declines—perhaps a reflection of shifting tastes or recent conditions. Golf Digest's Top 100 list continues to be more than just a ranking, it's a cultural snapshot of where golf is heading. This year's shifts reflect a broader movement toward thoughtful restorations, innovative new builds, and the enduring appeal of courses that stay true to their roots. Major Movers & New Entries:
Daily Mirror
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Jack Nicklaus had to apologise for text he sent to PGA Tour star after mishap
Jack Nicklaus was left looking a bit sheepish after mistakenly congratulating Justin Thomas at a charity golf tournament before boarding a flight Jack Nicklaus landed in an awkward spot after he prematurely congratulated Justin Thomas during a high-stakes playoff at a charity golf event, prior to boarding his flight. Nicklaus made the mistake of sending a 'well done' text to the American golfer too early during a tense playoff match-up against Collin Morikawa. In 2020, Thomas and Morikawa were tied at the Workday Charity Open, which was held at Nicklaus' Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. The Golden Bear was staying at his home in Florida but had planned to jet back to Ohio to meet the eventual champion. With the final day's tee times pushed forward due to weather predictions, Nicklaus found himself stepping onto his plane just as the pivotal moments of the tournament were unfolding. Upon witnessing Thomas drain a phenomenal 50-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole, a thrilled Nicklaus quickly reached out to him with a celebratory text, as reported by Golf Digest. Nicklaus said at the time: "Barbara and I both texted Justin and said to him, 'Wow, what a fantastic putt, unbelievable fantastic super putt, can't believe that you made that putt. Now you've got the chance to win two in a row.'" Yet, the tables turned as Morikawa responded with a remarkable 24-foot putt of his own to equal Thomas and continue the playoff, ultimately triumphing on the third additional hole. Nicklaus added: "And then we got up in the air, and we picked up Wi-Fi after 10,000 feet, and we found out Morikawa won the tournament, and so I had to send him another text and say, 'Oops, a little premature.' "He was good about it. He texted back and he said, 'All's good, it's OK.'" Thomas' classy response highlighted his true colours, as he didn't take the celebratory blunder to heart. This display of sportsmanship came long before Rory McIlroy's decision not to contact Nicklaus after joining him and an elite group of golfers. Last month, Nicklaus disclosed that he hadn't heard from McIlroy since he joined him in the hall of fame as one of six golfers to win the career Grand Slam. Notably, McIlroy did not attend May's Memorial Tournament, run by Nicklaus, for the first time since 2017. In a conversation with AP, the 85-year-old expressed uncertainty about McIlroy's absence from the event and mentioned he hadn't spoken to the Northern Irishman since the Masters in April. Nicklaus said: "I really don't know why Rory didn't talk to me. I can't answer that question. There's nothing I can answer. I know he has to make a schedule that works for him and what he has to do. And I understand, because I had to do the same thing. We just weren't included this year." He went on to defend McIlroy, as he added: "I am not throwing Rory under the bus. I like Rory too much. He's a good kid. He's played some great golf. He's had a lot of things that have happened to him. He's got to make his own call on things. "Could he have done them differently? Probably. But that's all right. I could probably have done some of mine differently, too. I'm not complaining about Rory."
Newsweek
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Jordan Spieth Suffers Injury, Withdraws from First PGA Tour Event
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. The PGA Tour is hosting its final Signature Event of the 2025 season this week, as the world's best take on TPC River Highlands for the Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut. While World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is crushing the course, his good friend, Jordan Spieth, had the opposite experience. Spieth struggled throughout his opening round and was seen wincing in pain several times, even losing hold of a club. The three-time major champion was 5-over through his first 12 holes before making a decision he had never made before: Spieth withdrew from a PGA Tour event. Remarkably, this is the first time in his career he has done so, according to the PGA Tour. That is a stretch that spans 297 starts. CROMWELL, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 18: Jordan Spieth looks on at the eleventh hole prior to the Travelers Championship 2025 at TPC River Highlands on June 18, 2025 in Cromwell, Connecticut. (Photo by)... CROMWELL, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 18: Jordan Spieth looks on at the eleventh hole prior to the Travelers Championship 2025 at TPC River Highlands on June 18, 2025 in Cromwell, Connecticut. (Photo by) MoreFollowing the withdrawal, Spieth was seen looking disappointed. According to Golf Digest writer David Dusek, he woke up feeling pain in his neck. As the round progressed, the pain never subsided and he knew it was not going to get any better. That led to the decision to remove himself from the tournament. Spieth is a 13-time winner on the PGA Tour, having won the Travelers Championship back in 2017. On skill level alone, he is undeniably one of the more talented players on tour. His ability around the greens is stuff of legend. However, injuries have derailed his career recently. He initially suffered a wrist injury in 2017, but managed the pain and played through it for seven years. It eventually became too much, which led to Spieth undergoing wrist surgery last year. Earlier this year, he reinjured the wrist during the first round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. As the Texas native battled to regain form, his results have been all over the place. He has made 13 of 15 cuts entering this week, including four top 10s. However, he is yet to be a real threat to win late on a Sunday in 2025. It is unknown at this time how this will affect his plans going forward, including The Open at Royal Portrush in July. More Golf: Scottie Scheffler 'Liked What I Heard' from New PGA Tour CEO
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
JJ Spaun clinches first major championship after wild US Open Sunday
The post JJ Spaun clinches first major championship after wild US Open Sunday appeared first on ClutchPoints. After six holes on Sunday at the US Open, JJ Spaun was five-over par. He was far from the only player struggling, but his train was off the tracks, and his championship hopes seemed dashed. But a 90-minute rain delay at Oakmont came at the perfect time, as he turned his day around when play restarted. A birdie on 17 gave him the lead, and JJ Spaun brought it home with another birdie on 18 to become the US Open Champion at Oakmont Country Club. Spaun was the 18-hole leader after a sensational four-under par 66. He followed that up with a 72 on Friday and a 69 on Saturday, but it was not enough to clinch a spot in the final group. Spaun played with Viktor Hovland, who struggled with his putter again to fall short in a major. Advertisement Spaun's US Open win will be most remembered for his drive on the 17th hole. He hit a driver to 17 feet on the par four, lagged it up to knock-in range, and made his birdie. According to Golf Digest's Jamie Kennedy, only five drives all week finished closer than Spaun's on 17. Spaun shot a 40 on the front nine on Sunday and went on to win. Justin Ray of the TwentyFirst Group says that he made some major championship history. 'The last player to card a 40 or higher on any nine holes the week of a major victory. Ernie Els, 2002 Open, 3rd Round, front nine. Spaun turned in 40 today,' Ray posted. He also noted that the last time a champion shot 40 on a side on US soil was Tiger Woods at the 1997 Masters. Spaun made his name known at The Players Championship this March, when he lost to Rory McIlroy in a playoff. He needed a par to win on Sunday, or he would have been back in a Monday playoff with Robert MacIntyre. Spaun split the fairway, hit the green, and rattled in an incredible birdie to win it. Spaun joins McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler as the 2025 Major Champions so far this year. The fourth and final major will be The Open Championship at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland on July 17. Advertisement Related: Adam Scott's classy gesture to JJ Spaun despite brutal US Open 4th round Related: US Open news: JJ Spaun's heartfelt reaction to winning first major
