The PGA Championship cuts the field after 36 holes to the top 70 players and ties. There is no 10‑stroke rule, no secondary cut, and no playoff to reduce ties. That’s the short answer. Qualification, however, requires one of 20 exemption categories — winning a major, finishing inside the top 100 in the Official World…
Rickie Fowler stands 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 m) tall — right around the average height on the PGA Tour — and has used that build to win five Tour events, including the 2015 Players Championship, while earning more than $40 million in on-course prize money. His compact frame generates a clubhead speed of 118…
Rory McIlroy’s official PGA Tour bio lists him at 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m). That’s right around the average male height in the U.S., but a couple of inches shorter than the typical PGA Tour pro (closer to 6’). Yet McIlroy remains one of the longest drivers on the planet—a fact that surprises fans…
Scottie Scheffler has won two major championships—the 2022 and 2024 Masters. To complete the career Grand Slam, he still needs the PGA Championship, the U.S. Open, and The Open Championship. Here’s a detailed look at his results so far, his near misses, and the specific gaps he must close to join the five men who…
A round at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas typically costs $500–$750 per player, plus a mandatory caddie gratuity of $100–$150 in cash. The exact price depends on the season, day of week, and which MGM property you book through. That fee includes 18 holes, a forecaddie, a shared cart, and practice facility access—but not taxes,…
Takomo irons typically ship 1–3 business days after ordering for in-stock standard sets and 5–10 business days for custom builds. Domestic delivery then adds another 3–7 business days via FedEx or UPS. The fastest way to get a firm date is to check the tracking link in your shipment email—most updates appear within 24 hours…
The lowest single round ever recorded at the Masters is 63, shot by Nick Price in the third round of 1986 and matched by Greg Norman in the first round of 1996. No player has ever broken 63 at Augusta National, making it the most exclusive scoring record in major championship golf, tied only with…
The lowest 72-hole score in Masters history is 268 (20 under par), set by Dustin Johnson in November 2020. The lowest 18-hole round is 63 (9 under par), achieved six times at Augusta National. No player has ever shot 62 or lower in tournament play. These records apply only to the official four-round Masters Tournament….
Rickie Fowler’s orange outfits aren’t a random fashion choice. They’re a direct nod to Oklahoma State University (OSU) and a deliberate brand move powered by his long-running partnership with Puma. The short answer: orange honors his college years and makes him instantly recognizable on the course. If you want to find the exact shade he…
The blue blazer worn by Masters officials is the quickest way to identify who is in charge of rules, crowd management, and course logistics at Augusta National. Unlike the green jacket worn by members and past champions, the blue blazer signals authority and approachability for spectators and players alike. Knowing this single color cue can…
The Water Hazard is a bright blue, citrusy cocktail that gets its name and color from the water features found on golf courses. It’s made with vodka, blue curaçao, and lemonade – a simple, refreshing drink you can mix in under two minutes. What You’ll Need Ingredient Amount Notes Vodka 1.5 oz (1 shot) Any…
Tiger Woods has completed the career Grand Slam—winning all four major championships—three separate times across his career. He is the only golfer in history to have won each of the four majors at least three times, giving him three distinct Grand Slams. His 15 major titles include five Masters, four PGA Championships, three U.S. Opens,…
Tiger Woods has two children: daughter Sam Alexis Woods (born June 18, 2007) and son Charlie Axel Woods (born February 8, 2009). As of 2025, Sam is 18 years old and Charlie is 16. Both were born during Woods’ marriage to Elin Nordegren; the couple divorced in 2010 but have co-parented privately. For any date…
Tiger Woods does not carry a USGA handicap index because he is a professional golfer. If you calculated his index from his PGA Tour rounds, it would likely fall between +8.0 and +10.0 — meaning he would give strokes to almost every amateur player in the world. What a “Professional Handicap” Actually Means The USGA…
Tiger Woods is officially listed at 6’1” (185 cm) on the PGA Tour, but a barefoot measurement during a 2019 TaylorMade driver fitting came closer to 6’0.75” (184.5 cm). His playing weight has ranged from about 180 lbs early in his career to 185–190 lbs during peak fitness, dropping to around 175 lbs after his…
Tommy Fleetwood stands 5 feet 10 inches tall (1.78 meters), placing him at the average height for a PGA Tour professional, which typically falls between 5’9” and 6’0”. His lean build and swing mechanics align more closely with players like Rory McIlroy (5’9”) and Justin Thomas (5’10”) than with longer-framed competitors such as Bryson DeChambeau…
Trevor Immelman will not be in the 2024 Masters player field, but he will be a lead analyst for CBS Sports throughout the tournament. As a 2008 past champion, he holds a lifetime invitation to compete, yet he has voluntarily chosen to focus on broadcasting rather than playing. Fans watching at home will hear his…
Patrick Reed, winner of the 2018 Masters and a nine-time PGA Tour winner, has been estranged from his parents and siblings since 2014. The rift became national news when his parents went on camera during the 2018 Masters week to say they were “done” with him. If you want the key public evidence and timeline,…
Scottie Scheffler’s 2024 Nike extension is a long-term apparel and footwear deal reportedly worth over $100 million over eight to ten years. It covers everything he wears on the course except his hat, clubs, and ball—meaning TaylorMade and Titleist handle those pieces separately. The deal resets his compensation from his original rookie contract to match…
A Ping utility wedge (labeled “U” on the club head) typically measures between 44° and 48° in modern iron sets, though the exact number depends on the specific model and year. For example, the Ping G425 U wedge is 44°, the i210 U wedge is 45°, and the Blueprint S U wedge is 48°. Knowing…
DP World Tour stands for Dubai Ports World Tour, named after its title sponsor DP World, a global port operator headquartered in Dubai. It is the rebranded name of the former European Tour and remains the elite men’s professional golf circuit headquartered in Europe but operating across more than 20 countries. The name change took…
Jason Dufner is no longer a regular on the PGA Tour. The 2013 PGA Champion has stepped back from full-time competition and now splits his time between coaching college golf at Auburn University, working as a part‑time TV analyst for Golf Channel, and making only a handful of tournament starts each year through past champion…
Raymond Floyd, the four-time major champion, lives in Miami, Florida, and stays connected to golf through course design, family tournaments, and occasional ceremonial appearances. At 82, he no longer competes on the Champions Tour but reliably shows up at the PNC Championship each December with his son Raymond Floyd Jr. If you want to see…
A 9 wood typically replaces a 4‑iron or a 5‑iron, depending on the exact loft of the club and your natural ball‑flight tendencies. Most modern 9 woods are lofted between 25° and 27°, which overlaps directly with the loft range of a typical 4‑iron (24°–26°) or a 5‑iron (27°–29°). Because the 9 wood has a…