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, N.C.

Email: golfedit@gmail.com

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The Starter: Justin Thomas' mojo, the question of why and the Chevron major

Mike Purkey asks some thought-provoking questions as April's final weekend has arrived

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The Starter: Of Rory, Rose, respect and RBC

While the Masters may have entered the rearview mirror, it's hard not to keep looking back. Plus, influencers are a thing.

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The Starter: It's Masters weekend. Enough said

Eyes are on Augusta as the year's first major unfolds with no shortage of compelling storylines heading into the weekend.

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The Starter: Talking PGA Tour and LIV Golf, a bit of Masters, and Max Homa

Mike Purkey begins the weekend pondering the golf world with nine questions.

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The Starter: Viktor Hovland's big win, Atlanta Drive sweeps and Rose Zhang

Mike Purkey begins the weekend pondering the golf world with nine questions

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Is it real or counterfeit? Can you even tell?

Golf apparel and gear may look and feel like the real thing, but the giveaway as to whether it’s a counterfeit may be the price tag. Be wary, though, because the counterfeit practice is spreading online.