16th December Newsletter 2024

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TJ Biggs
December 16, 2024

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The Alfred Dunhill at Leopard Creek saw scorching heat this past week we temperatures going well over 40 degrees. Shaun Norris came out on top to pick up his first win on the DP World Tour since 2022. He is in some good form coming off a win on the Japanese Tour earlier this month.

Things seem to quieten down on all golf tours over the next couple of weeks, with only the DP World Tour/Sunshine Tour hosting an event until 2025. However, there is the Crypto.com Showdown between Scheffler/McIlroy and Brooks/Bryson, which should be a cracker to watch. That airs tomorrow, so don’t miss out.

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RESULTS
Weekly Results From Around The World

Image: Sunshine Tour

PGA Tour/LPGA Tour: Grant Thornton Invitational - Jake Knaap/Patty Tavatanakit | -27
DP World Tour/Sunshine Tour: Alfred Dunhill Championship - Shaun Norris | -13

NEWS
Short News Snippets From Around The World

Big PGA & LIV News! The PGA Tour and Saudi PIF are nearing a $12 billion valuation deal, with PIF acquiring a 6% stake in PGA Tour Enterprises. LIV Golf will remain independent, with potential Ryder Cup-style events planned. The agreement aims to boost golf globally, though concerns about competition, fairness, and regulatory hurdles persist.

PGA vs LIV Ryder Cup. A LIV vs. PGA Ryder Cup-style event could electrify the golf world, pitting stars like Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Dustin Johnson, and Brooks Koepka against each other in a thrilling team format. This clash of rival tours promises unparalleled drama, patriotic fervour, and fan engagement, revitalizing golf's global appeal and competitive narrative.

King Scottie. Scottie Scheffler’s 2024 season redefined excellence with seven PGA Tour wins, including his second Masters and Players Championship. Adding Olympic gold and the FedEx Cup, Scheffler earned over $63 million and joined Tiger Woods as the only players to win the Jack Nicklaus Award three consecutive times, dominating with 91% peer approval.

Happy Gilmore 2. Yes, they have completed filming! Adam Sandler teased the July 2025 release of Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix, featuring cameos from Eminem and golf legend Jack Nicklaus. Sandler praised Eminem's humor during filming and hinted at appearances from other famous golfers. The long-awaited sequel promises comedy, nostalgia, and surprise guest stars.

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EVENTS
What Can We Expect From The Upcoming Events

DP World Tour/Sunshine Tour: AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open - Defending Champ | Louis Oosthuizen
Crypro.com Showdown: Sheffler/McIlroy vs Brooks/Bryson | 17th december

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TJ 🏌️‍♀️