The last 10 winners of the British Open won the event for the first time, starting with Phil Mickelson in 2013. Mickelson was followed in succession by Rory McIlroy (2014), Zach Johnson (2015), Henrik Stenson (2016), Jordan Spieth (2017), Francesco Molinari (2018), Shane Lowry (2019), Collin Morikawa (2021), Cameron Smith (2022) and Brian Harman (2023). The longest streak of first-time winners at the British is 11 (1994-2004).

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

What are your thoughts on Keegan Bradley being named the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain?

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LA Golf: Announces that it will introduce its first driver set, co-designed by Bryson DeChambeau and Jeff Meyer, in 2025.

FootJoy: Renews its partnership with Harris Tweed Hebrides to introduce a footwear range titled “The Stamp” Premiere Series. This limited-edition collaboration boasts a distinctive hand-woven tweed with a basket-weave pattern, reminiscent of a postage stamp, paying homage to the iconic eighth hole at Royal Troon Golf Club, site of this year’s Open Championship. The shoes are available in both Field and Wilcox models, and come with a unique shoe bag made from the same cloth as featured on the shoes. The FJ x Harris Tweed Premiere Series are available online and at select retailers while supplies last.

Ping: Announces the next generation of its custom-fit, custom-built Prodi G junior clubs. Also, the company introduces WebFit Junior, a web app that recommends club specifications and set makeup based on the answers to a few questions about the junior player. The custom-engineered set is comprised of 10 clubs and two putter options — a 15-degree titanium driver, 22-degree fairway wood, 28-degree hybrid, perimeter-weighted irons (6-9, PW), specialty wedges (54-degree S, 58-degree H) and tour-proven putter models (Anser and Tyne H). The lightweight clubs can be ordered in any combination. Two sizes of the Hoofer Prodi G carry bags can be purchased separately.

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> ‘Disappointment turns to motivation’ as Rory McIlroy resumes major mission
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> Tiger Woods dishes unusually candid perspective on Rory McIlroy collapse
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> The claret jug over 152 years: Triumphs, dents, hijinks and lots of drinking
[Dave Shedloski | Golf Digest | Read]

> Companies are ditching golf for pickleball to get deals done
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> YouTube golf is taking over. Will the PGA Tour ‘like and subscribe’?
[Gabby Herzig | The Athletic | Read]

Royal and Ancient Golf Club: British Open
Site: Royal Troon Golf Club, Troon, Scotland.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Friday, 1:30-4 a.m. (Peacock); 4 a.m. to 3 p.m. (USA Network); 3-4:15 p.m. (Peacock); Saturday, 5-7 a.m. (USA Network); 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. (NBC); Sunday, 4-7 a.m. (USA Network), 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (NBC).

PGA Tour: Barracuda Championship
Site: Tahoe Mountain Club (Old Greenwood), Truckee, California.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Saturday, 5-8 p.m. (Golf Channel); Sunday, 6-9 p.m. (Golf Channel).
GCSAA Fact Sheet

LPGA Tour: Dana Open for Children
Site: Highland Meadow Golf Club, Sylvania, Ohio.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Friday, noon to 3 p.m. (Golf Channel); Saturday, 2-5 p.m. (NBC Sports app), 8-10 p.m. (Golf Channel-tape delay); Sunday, 1-2 p.m. (Golf Channel), 2-4 p.m. (CBS).
GCSAA Fact Sheet

GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
The tale of Carne Golf Club's comeback
General manager Fiona Togher and club chariman Gerry Maguire talk with host Ann Liguori about how the western Ireland club took a beating during the pandemic and now is thriving
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DRIVER$: INSIDE THE GOLF INDUSTRY
Golf’s renaissance woman
NGCOA president and PGA Master Professional Cathy Harbin joins co-hosts Jon Last and David Klein to discuss her involvement in all facets of stewarding golf’s evolution and participation surge
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THE MODGOLF PODCAST
Reimagining how distressed golf courses can survive, then thrive
Get Golfing sales manager Nick Darby joins host Colin Weston to discuss how the nonprofit is revolutionizing the golf experience
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JULY
29-31: PGA Buying Summit, Frisco, Texas | Info
30-31: Multi-Course and Resort Operators Retreat, Monterey, California | Info

AUGUST
24-27: African American Golf Expo and Forum, Palm Beach, Florida | Info

SEPTEMBER
30-October 2: Golf Inc. Strategies Summit, Hilton Head Island, S.C. | Info

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