In 2021 the PGA introduced the PIP to recognize (and reward financially) players on their tour that have a positive impact, not just through their play but also other factors including popularity and social media engagement.
The Concessional Golf Club was designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin. The pair shared a memorable moment of Ryder Cup history when Jack conceded the final putt in the 1969 Ryder Cup to Tony, resulting in the first tie in the competition's history.
Tiger Woods (1997-2023), Gary Player (1959-1982) and Fred Couples (1983-2007) hold the record for most consecutive cuts (23) made at the Masters Tournament.
No. Augusta National Golf Club is a private golf club that is not open to the general public for play. The course is only open to members and their invited guests.
Yardage books show distances to various targets on each hole, points of elevation, and a close-up of the green that shows detailed contours and yardages.
The 2005 movie ‘The Greatest Game Ever Played’ is about a 20 year old amateur’s victory over his idol in the 1913 US Open. Spoiler alert! Francis Ouimet beat Harry Vardon and Ted Ray in a playoff!
The Espirito Santo Trophy (World Women's Amateur Team Championships) is a biennial international golf tournament for female amateur golfers, organised by the International Golf Federation (IGF). The tournament is named after the Espirito Santo family of Brazil, who donated the trophy in 1962.
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