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Wordle takes to the L-I-N-K-S
Did you know that the popular New York Times word game can be played as a version of golf?
By Gary Van Sickle
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Sam's Club puts sticker shock in reverse
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Bill Coore’s Pinehurst homecoming — again
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No surprise. Rory McIlroy is the early story of the year
Industry Headlines
  1. National Golf Invitational: Begins at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes GC
  2. True Linkswear: Debuts 1st spike shoes — the Lux2 Maven, Lux2 Player
  3. Arcis Golf: Names Zoe Campos as newest brand ambassador
  4. PXG: Introduces the PXG Bat Attack ZT putter
  5. PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship: N.C. Carolina A&T wins women's title
  6. PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship: Arkansas at Pine Bluff wins men’s title
  7. True Spec Golf: Opens new location in Chicago
  8. Industry Notes: Thursday, May 8, 2025
  9. Oldfield Club: Retains Audubon International recognition
  10. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club: Names Dennis Watson as Captain for 2025/26
  11. Performance Golf: Introduces the Thriver driving wood
  12. PGA Tour Superstore: To open store in Woodbury, Minnesota
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The ModGolf Podcast
Revealing the design process, inspiration behind TGL golf holes
Noted golf course architect Agustin Piza joins host Colin Weston to talk about his relationship with the first-year indoor professional simulator league.
Nedbank Golf Challenge 2017
Golf Innerview with Ann Liguori
Gary Player talks Rory McIlroy, career Grand Slam
The nine-time major champion and member of the career Grand Slam club, discusses the 2025 Masters and what impact winning it will have on McIlroy's career.
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  2. Flag & Anthem: To support PGA HOPE’s 2025 flagship events
  3. PGA of America, CBS Sports: Partner on 2 specials to air May 10
  4. FCG: StrackaLine named title sponsor of 36-hole, one-day event
  5. NBC Sports: Truist Championship headlines live coverage
  6. PGA of America: Launches 2025 Ryder Cup ticket giveaway
  7. Marriott Golf: JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort touts special golf offer
  8. CBS Sports: Outlines 2025 PGA Championship coverage plans
  9. USGA: SeatGeek to power ticketing for national championships
  10. Full Cry at Keswick Hall: To host U.S. Open Local Qualifier

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