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: 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.

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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?

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The Starter: Of Jacob, Justin and Jordan

Jacob Bridgeman just won for the first time, but will there be more? Justin Thomas announced his return, but how long until his form returns? And is Jordan Spieth on his way back for real?

Features

Why SeeMore was ahead of its time

Zero torque putters are all the rage these days — and SeeMore Putter Co. has its own with the new SKx and SBx models — but the brand was manufacturing blade putters that essentially featured the spec as far back as when Payne Stewart won the 1999 U.S. Open.

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The Starter: Ben Hogan, Tiger Woods have company

Anthony Kim authored an incredible Australian comeback; Tiger Woods remains uncommital on Masters, Ryder Cup; Judy Rankin has few — if any — peers.