17th June Newsletter 2024

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TJ Biggs
June 17, 2024

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Happy Fathers’ Day to all the golfing dads out there. I hope you got your yearly supply of socks and golf balls 😂😂😂

Major weekends are always great, well done to Bryson DeChambeau for taking it home. It all but looked like Rory McIlroy had wrapped it up to complete his Grand Slam, however, 3 bogeys in his final 4 holes let Byrson clinch it at the end. Pinehurst No.2 played incredibly tough, most of us would be lucky to break 100.

Another Major week this week, as the ladies kick off their PGA Championship, should be a great watch.

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RESULTS
Weekly Results From Around The World

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PGA Tour/DP World Tour: U.S. Open - Bryson DeChambeau | -7
LPGA Tour: Meijer LPGA Classic - Lilia Vu | -16
Sunshine Tour: The Mopani Zambia Open - MJ Viljoen | -16

NEWS
Short News Snippets From Around The World

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Big Money. The 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst featured a record-breaking total purse of $21.5 million, with $4.3 million going to the winner. USGA CEO Mike Whan explained the increase as aligning the prize money with the championship's prestige. The purse has risen 72% in three years and doubled since 2016.

Rahm Withdraws. Jon Rahm withdrew from the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst due to a foot infection. The 2021 champion announced his decision via social media, expressing disappointment but prioritizing long-term health. Rahm’s withdrawal marks his first missed major since 2016.

Decision In Coming. The PGA Tour and LIV Golf are reportedly nearing a merger, with a draft agreement signed between PGA Tour Enterprises and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. The details are still unclear. This potential merger follows intense criticism and previous PGA Tour initiatives to reward loyalty amidst ongoing controversies surrounding LIV Golf and Saudi investments.

Rory and Erica Are Back. Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica Stoll have reconciled and dismissed their divorce case, filed a month earlier. The couple, married for seven years, decided to remain together and resolved their differences. McIlroy shared his contentment and optimism ahead of the U.S. Open, emphasizing their decision to stay a family.

Mad Scientist. Bryson DeChambeau, revealed his unique preparation technique of floating his golf balls in Epsom salt to ensure balance and precision. This meticulous method, part of his analytical approach to the game, aims to identify and mark the heaviest part of the ball for optimal performance. 🧑‍🔬🧑‍🔬

Is Tiger Done? Tiger Woods' participation in the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst might not be his last, despite speculation. Woods, who needed a special exemption to compete, struggled with his iron play and putting, resulting in a missed cut. He mentioned having only one more event this season, the Open Championship at Royal Troon, likely his final start of 2024.

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EVENTS
What Can We Expect From The Upcoming Events

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PGA Tour: Travelers Championship - Defending Champ | Keegan Bradley
DP World Tour: KLM Open - Defending Champ | Pablo Larrazábal
LPGA Tour: KPMG Women's PGA Championship - Defending Champ | Yin Ruoning
LIV Golf: Nashville Championship - Jun 21—23

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TJ 🏌️‍♀️