Tis The Season: Mixed Gender Golf

On this episode of the Pull Hook Golf podcast, host Matt Cook recaps the Hero World Challenge, highlighting Scottie Scheffler’s win and improved putting. He discusses Collin Morikawa’s penalty for using a device to record Stimp readings. Matt previews the upcoming Grant Thornton Invitational and the PNC Championship. He also talks about the golf ball rollback and its potential impact. Matt discusses rumored player acquisitions by LIV Golf and the implications for the PGA Tour. He criticizes the PGA Tour’s lack of promotion and suggests media involvement to build up players.
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Key Takeaways:
* Scottie Scheffler’s win at the Hero World Challenge showcased his improved putting skills.
* The golf ball rollback will affect both professional and amateur golfers.
* The Grant Thornton Invitational is a mixed gender event that highlights the talent of both male and female golfers.
* The PNC Championship is a unique tournament that allows professional golfers to compete alongside their family members.
* The PGA Tour’s promotional efforts have been lacking, and there is a need for better media coverage.

Quotes:
* “Scottie Scheffler proved why he’s the number one player in the world by shooting 20 under at the Hero World Challenge.”
* “The golf ball rollback will affect both professional and amateur golfers.”
* “The PNC Championship allows professional golfers to compete alongside their family members.

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0:00:00 Introduction and overview of the episode
0:02:52 Recap of the Hero World Challenge
0:03:35 Scottie Scheffler’s performance and equipment change
0:05:18 Leaderboard rundown of the tournament
0:07:01 Discussion on Matthew Fitzpatrick and Collin Morikawa controversy
0:08:49 Explanation of Collin Morikawa’s cheating incident
0:09:40 Broadcast’s coverage of the controversy
0:10:54 Viktor Hovland’s performance and disappointment
0:11:55 Mention of previous instances of rule violations
0:12:36 Discussion on tightening enforcement of rules in golf
0:13:11 Discussing the performance of Viktor Hovland in a golf tournament.
0:13:46 Impressed by Tiger Woods’ performance at the Hero World Challenge.
0:15:00 Tiger Woods is sore but not injured, which is a positive.
0:16:35 Golfers need time to get back in form after a break.
0:18:08 Fans should be excited for Tiger Woods but keep expectations low.
0:19:42 Speculation about Tiger Woods’ physical condition and potential drug testing.
0:21:12 Seeing more of Tiger Woods on the golf course is a good thing.
0:22:33 Golf tournaments happening in Australia.
0:24:04 Joaquin Neiman wins in a playoff at the Handa Australian Open.
0:25:14 Min Woo Lee and Minjee Lee are popular Australian golfers.
0:26:27 Predicting Min Woo Li’s success in 2024
0:27:47 Recap of the Australian women’s golf tournament
0:28:59 Update on the mixed gender Cathedral Invitational in Australia
0:29:56 Preview of the upcoming Grant Thornton Invitational
0:30:46 Appreciation for womens’ golf swings
0:31:29 Favorite teams to watch in the Grant Thornton Invitational
0:34:02 Lack of media attention for the Grant Thornton Invitational
0:35:17 Excitement for the upcoming PNC Championship
0:36:18 Highlighting the joy of parents playing with their kids in the PNC Championship
0:37:28 Announcement of Kevin Streelman as a guest next week
0:38:59 Discussion on the golf ball rollback and its implications
0:39:39 Titleist refusing to make golf balls for pros
0:40:45 Rory McIlroy’s comments on bifurcation
0:42:10 Speculation on how the golf ball rollback will affect players
0:45:01 Differences between equipment for pros and average golfers
0:46:31 Speculation on LIV Golf player acquisitions
0:47:05 LIV golfers playing more consistently this season
0:48:51 Jon Rahm rumored to be joining LIV Golf
0:50:09 Signs pointing to Jon Rahm leaving TGL
0:51:26 Adrian Meronk rumored to be joining Jon Rahm
0:53:05 Speculation on other potential LIV Golf acquisitions
0:53:47 Discussion about potential players joining LIV Golf
0:54:27 Doubts about Jason Day joining LIV Golf
0:55:31 Mention of other players who could join LIV Golf
0:56:49 Criticism of competitiveness in LIV Golf
0:57:33 Importance of Jon Rahm’s competitiveness for LIV Golf
0:58:03 Negative impact of LIV Golf on PGA Tour’s PIF deal
1:00:00 PIF’s control over LIV Golf and PGA Tour
1:01:49 PGA Tour’s weakness in handling the situation
1:02:57 Suggestion of PGA vs LIV Golf matches
1:04:10 PGA Tour’s poor promotion and missed opportunities
1:09:31 Show wrap-up and upcoming guest announcement
1:10:00 Thank you to streaming service and sponsor, show conclusion