Mike Purkey

Purkey has been writing about all things golf for more than 30 years, working at the highest level at publications such as Golf Magazine and Global Golf Post. He is an avid golfer, with a handicap too low for his ability. Purkey lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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The Starter: Masters edition

The leaderboard is elite. The course is pristine. Are we going to be treated to one of the greatest weeks ever?

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The Starter: Surprises abound

Chris Gotterup ascends to No. 10 in the world; A fortysomething makes noise at the Texas Children's Houston Open; Matt Fitzpatrick's chipping grip raises some eyebrows.

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The Starter: Grace in defeat

Matthew Fitzpatrick may not have won The Players Championship, but he handled hecklers and heartbreak was endearing; Name-dropping for TGL Finals; Masters is one week closer.

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The Starter: PGA Tour change is blowin' in the wind

While not offering specifics, CEO Brian Rolapp indicated how different the Tour will look in the coming years; Should we view Akshay Bhatia in a new light after winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational?; Bryson DeChambeau seeks to find a form that may not exist.

Features

The prospect of spring brings new iron releases

Ping, Miura, PXG and Srixon introduce a diverse range of clubs that leave no golfer wanting.

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The Starter: Jon Rahm — equal parts hero, victim?

The Spaniard's travel gesture show a willingness to aid LIV peers, while his stance on DP World Tour's offer expresses defiance; John Daly II didn't fall far from tree; Did someone say playoffs?