Remembering Arnold Palmer

It's hard to imagine a world of golf without Arnold Palmer. So many sports icons disappear into as much anonymity as possible after their playing days are over; but the man who was golf's first true superstar was at home on the course whether he was winning one of his seven Majors, becoming an accomplished … Continue reading Remembering Arnold Palmer →

The Royal Birkdale: An Open Championship History

Thursday marks the beginning of the 10th Open Championship to be held at Royal Birkdale. It has hosted nine previous from 1954 to 2008. Here's a historic look back at the previous nine hostings at Royal Birkdale. 1954: Peter Thomson, a 23-year-old Australia, one of the first of his five Open titles by a single … Continue reading The Royal Birkdale: An Open Championship History →

Arnold Palmer’s Funeral Draws Crowds, Tears

Jack Nicklaus won 18 Majors in his storied PGA career, more than any other man in history. On Tuesday at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Nicklaus talked about the greatest golfer he's ever seen. "He was the king of our sport," Nicklaus said of Arnold Palmer, who died last week at age 87. "And … Continue reading Arnold Palmer’s Funeral Draws Crowds, Tears →

Revisiting Arnold Palmer’s 7 Major Wins

Arnold Palmer won seven Major championships in his career, good for seventh-place on the all-time list. To honor his remarkable life in golf, which ended Sunday at age 87, here's a look back at his seven big triumphs. 1958 Masters: Palmer was 28 by the tie he won his first Major, positively ancient compared to … Continue reading Revisiting Arnold Palmer’s 7 Major Wins →

Legendary Arnold Palmer Dead at 87

Arnold Palmer, the first true superstar of golf, died on Sunday, September 25. By no great coincidence, that day was the last of the 2015-2016 PGA Tour season. Palmer did nearly as much for golf in the 43 years since he last won a tournament (1973) as he did during his playing days. His failing … Continue reading Legendary Arnold Palmer Dead at 87 →

7 Worst Collapses in Major History

There wasn't much enjoyable about watching Jordan Spieth's meltdown at the Masters Sunday afternoon, unless you're a big fan of Danny Willett. It was the first real showcase of Spieth being less than impenetrable in his quick ascension into golf's elite over the past three years, and will probably draw him more attention at the … Continue reading 7 Worst Collapses in Major History →

The Masters Day 1 in Numbers

A look at some of the better numbers and notes from Day 1 of the 2016 Masters 13 - Total times winning the Masters by the three honorary starters - Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Gary Player. In the 1960s, they won seven straight as a trio. 50 - Consecutive Masters that Palmer played in … Continue reading The Masters Day 1 in Numbers →

Spieth’s Fourth Year to Set Tone for Career

Much like famous UK resident Harry Potter, the third and fourth years are a big deal for professional golfers. While Potter was off reconnecting with his godfather and winning the Tri-Wizard Tournament in those formative years, some of the world's greatest golfers have forged their steel in years three and four of their career. By … Continue reading Spieth’s Fourth Year to Set Tone for Career →

Spieth, Palmer Locker Mates at Augusta

American Jordan Spieth returned to Augusta National for the first time since winning the Masters last April and discovered a pleasant surprise. The country club has Masters champions share lockers, and Spieth's co-habitant is Arnold Palmer. Also prominently featured in the locker room is Spieth's 60-degree wedge which he donated after winning the green jacket … Continue reading Spieth, Palmer Locker Mates at Augusta →

Golf Birthdays: September 7-11

September 7 Mark McCumber, a 10-time PGA Tour winner, turns 64. His wins included the 1988 PLAYERS Championship and the 1994 Tour Championship. He finished tied for second at the 1989 US Open and the 1996 Open Championship. Tag Ridings, winner of the 2002 Permian Basin Open on the Web.com Tour, turns 41. September 9 … Continue reading Golf Birthdays: September 7-11 →