Golf

Brooks Koepka expressed confidence that his game has returned to major-winning form ahead of the Texas Children’s Houston Open and the Masters. He cited strong ball-striking and improved putting after recent adjustments. Koepka aims to test himself in contention this week at Memorial Park Golf Course.

25 mars 2026 Rapporté par l'IA

Amazon Prime Video will broadcast portions of the 2026 Masters Tournament for the first time. The streamer will air coverage from 1-3 p.m. ET on Thursday and Friday ahead of ESPN's segments. It will also launch a dedicated stats-focused feed for Amen Corner.

Shaft torque measures how much a driver shaft twists during the swing, influencing clubface stability. Mitsubishi's Diamana Gen 6 lineup rethinks torque using advanced materials to suit different swing profiles. Lower torque suits aggressive swings, while higher helps smoother tempos.

20 mars 2026 Rapporté par l'IA

Justin Thomas underwent microdiscectomy surgery last November for a damaged lower back disk, missing 10 weeks of play including early 2024 Tour events. PGA Tour chiropractic director Dr. Tom LaFountain links such injuries to the demands of contemporary swings. Similar issues have affected players like Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Collin Morikawa.

Dr. Tom LaFountain, PGA Tour director of chiropractic services, attributes rising back problems among players to quicker swings and larger prize money. Over 27 years, lower back issues have consistently affected 85 percent of players seeking treatment. He notes that modern players prioritize short-term earnings over long careers.

19 mars 2026 Rapporté par l'IA

The 2026 Valspar Championship proceeds to its second round on Friday, March 20, at Innisbrook’s Copperhead Course in Palm Harbor, Florida. Justin Thomas tees off at 8:13 a.m. ET with Matt Fitzpatrick and Sam Ryder in a featured group. Coverage airs on Golf Channel from 2-6 p.m. ET.