LIV Golf’s shocking switch to a 72-hole format has everyone talking—but is it a bold power move or a desperate bid for legitimacy?
In this episode of The Golf Podcast, we break down LIV Golf’s shocking decision to switch from 54-hole to 72-hole tournaments starting in the 2026 season—a move that’s sending shockwaves through the golf world.
We discuss whether this pivot is a strategic play to secure Official World Golf Ranking points or a sign that the league is beginning to mirror the PGA Tour it once sought to disrupt. We’ll also explore what this change means for players, fans, and the business side of LIV, including the potential for more sponsorships, ticket sales, and broadcast revenue.
You’ll hear our take on player reactions from Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau, plus how new CEO Scott O’Neil’s leadership style could reshape the league’s future. Is this a sign of strength and adaptability—or a step away from what made LIV unique in the first place? We unpack all sides of the debate and discuss what this move could mean for the broader landscape of professional golf.
Tune in for a deep dive into the evolving rivalry between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour, and why both leagues may be on a collision course toward convergence.
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Is the Latest Criticism of LIV Golf Fair?
The man who once denied LIV Golf world ranking points is speaking out again… and it might change everything.
In this episode of The Golf Podcast, we dive into the latest controversy surrounding LIV Golf after former OWGR chairman Peter Dawson delivered some blunt criticism of the league’s success and fan engagement.
We break down Dawson’s comments, question whether bias may have influenced LIV’s ranking rejection, and discuss what Trevor Immelman’s new leadership at the OWGR could mean for LIV’s future. We also explore how recent leadership shakeups at both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf might finally clear a path toward official world ranking points—and what that would mean for players like Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, and Joaquin Niemann.
Along the way, we share predictions for when LIV could earn OWGR recognition, debate how many points LIV winners should get compared to PGA Tour and DP World Tour events, and talk about why 54-hole and no-cut formats shouldn’t disqualify LIV under current OWGR standards. Whether you’re team LIV, team PGA TOUR, or just a golf fan who wants to see fair rankings, this episode takes an honest look at where the professional game goes next.
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Is this the End for Tiger Woods?
Tiger Woods’ latest surgery has fans asking if we’ve finally reached the end of an era—and his own words might confirm it.
In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast, we ask the question every golf fan is wondering — is this finally the end for Tiger Woods?
After undergoing yet another back surgery to replace a collapsed disc, Tiger’s future in competitive golf looks more uncertain than ever. At 49 years old and approaching eligibility for the PGA Tour Champions, Tiger has opened up about his biggest regret from years of relentless training and physical strain — running too much early in his career, which he now believes contributed to many of his knee and back problems.
In this episode, we're breaking down Tiger’s long injury timeline, his cryptic comments about returning to golf, and what this latest setback could mean for his career. Could his next chapter be as a mentor, designer, or even a full-time dad to Charlie Woods? And more importantly, does professional golf still need Tiger to thrive?
We explore how stars like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy have carried the torch, the rise of new golf ventures like TGL and Tomorrow Sports, and whether the game has finally moved beyond its Tiger era.
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Will the TGL Survive Another Season?
With Tiger Woods rumored to return and the 2026 TGL schedule now revealed, the question is—can the startup indoor golf league survive another season?
In this week’s episode of The Golf Podcast we break down the newly released 2026 TGL season schedule and what it means for fans, players, and the future of the league.
With the schedule now official, all eyes are on the Easter eggs hinting at Tiger Woods’ long-awaited return to competitive golf. We take a closer look at how much Tiger can realistically move the needle for TGL viewership and whether star power alone is enough to keep this league thriving.
Beyond Tiger, we dig into the broadcast schedule itself—nine matches on ESPN, one on ABC, and a streamlined format designed to avoid last year’s confusion—and what those programming choices signal about TGL’s long-term vision.
We’ll also revisit the ratings from season one, the spike that came with Tiger’s debut, and the mid-season slump that left many fans questioning whether TGL has staying power. From fan reactions on social media to the growing debate over whether team golf can truly build loyalty beyond Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup formats, we unpack it all.
Is TGL the “future of golf” or simply another fun, prime-time way to watch the game we love?
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Ryder Cup Fallout – Who’s Really to Blame?
Controversy is swirling around the Ryder Cup, and everyone wants to know the same thing — who’s REALLY to blame?
In this episode of The Golf Podcast we’ll break down all the drama and controversy surrounding the latest Ryder Cup and ask the big question — who’s really to blame?
Keegan Bradley is already calling for a major rule change after the controversial “envelope rule” cost the U.S. team a crucial half-point, but is this just sour grapes or a legitimate issue the Ryder Cup needs to address before the next match?
We’ll also take a hard look at Bradley’s captaincy decisions, from questionable pairings to sticking with struggling players like Collin Morikawa and Scottie Scheffler, and whether those choices ended up gifting Europe momentum.
Beyond the captaincy, the fan behavior at Bethpage is also under the microscope after several incidents crossed the line, raising concerns about whether the home crowd actually hurt Team USA instead of helping them. And of course, we’ll discuss the dominance of the European squad — one of the strongest teams ever assembled, with players like Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood leading the charge.
From data-driven strategy missteps to unforced errors and the ongoing pay-to-play controversy, this episode dives into everything that went wrong for Team USA and what has to change before the next Ryder Cup.
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