TOP 50 GOLFPUNKS 15-11
Mar 3rd, 2017
Numbers 15-11. This is where the real gravy starts...
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Nice work if you can get it: Players prize money breakdown
Mar 19th, 2019
It's the biggest purse in world golf and after watching the players go through the grinder all weekend you can't help but think they earned every cent.
Day one highlights and Friday tee times at The Players
Mar 15th, 2019
Tommy Fleetwood and Keegand Bradley lead the way going into day two on -7. Rory is two back while Matt Wallace and Ian Poulter sit at -3. Day one highlights and Fridat tee times here...
Top 10 Putts - The Players Championship
Mar 14th, 2019
It's the Players Championship this week at TPC Sawgrass - check out these Top 10 Putts on the infamous 17th hole with shots from Tiger, Bubba and more.
Cobra PUMA players adding style to the Players
Mar 14th, 2019
Step forward Rickie, Bryson and Gary Woodland...
Thursday tee times for Players Championship
Mar 14th, 2019
It's Tiger Time!! Here are all the tee times for Thursday at The Players Championship, Sawgrass...
Gary Player's son arrested for 2018 Masters fraud
Feb 1st, 2019
The son of Gary Player, Wayne Player, has been arrested due to an incident involving a house rental at the 2018 Masters.
Gary Woodland and Down syndrome golfer steal Phoenix show
Feb 1st, 2019
This has made our week at GolfPunk. Gary Woodland, we salute you. And Amy Bockerstette, you a star!
PUMA Golf signs with Gary Woodland
Jan 23rd, 2019
Today, PUMA Golf announced a multi-year partnership with celebrated PGA Tour professional Gary Woodland that will see him wearing PUMA Golf apparel, footwear and accessories on the course.
Galvin Green strengthens its Tour Player Profile for 2019
Jan 23rd, 2019
Galvin Green has boosted the line-up of global ambassadors for the 2019 season with the addition of proven Tour winners to wear its premium apparel.
Gary Woodland's miracle shot at Sony Open
Jan 13th, 2019
That's just showing off. Gary Woodland hit the shot of his life at the Sony Open in Hawaii on Friday.
5 players to watch closely in 2019
Dec 29th, 2018
The 2019 PGA Tour promises to be one of the most exciting ones in recent history. With players like Tiger Woods, Jon Rahm and Justin Rose leading the way, the Tour is star-packed from top to bottom. But, besides the big names, there are also several players you should keep your eye one this year.
Lumine ready to welcome Amateur and Professional players
Dec 21st, 2018
One of Europe’s most popular golf and leisure destinations, Lumine Mediterránea Beach & Golf Community, is kicking off the new year in Spain by inviting PGA Professionals and amateur golfers from across Europe for two exciting tournaments.
How players approach Final Qualifying at Q School
Nov 14th, 2018
It's Final Qualifying at the European Tour's Q School at Lumine on Spain's Costa Daurada. Career's are on the line, and it's properly brutal with six rounds of competition golf. Here's how the players prepare themselves for this awesome challenge.
PGA tour player comes out as gay
Sep 13th, 2018
Tadd Fujikawa has come out as gay in a post on his Instagram account. Hawaii-born Fujikawa (27) who is a Japanese-American golfer 27 made the announcement on World Suicide Prevention Day.
European Ryder Cup players wind up Thomas Bjorn
Sep 10th, 2018
European Ryder Cup players Rory McIlroy, Henrik Stenson, Ian Poulter and Tommy Fleetwood took themselves for a drive at the washed out BMW Championship, and put a call into their Ryder Cup Captain Thomas Bjorn…..
Gary Woodland on Scooby Doo & women trouble
Aug 11th, 2018
So we caught up with the big hitting bomber Gary Woodland earlier this month. Here's what he had to say about Scooby Doo, Garth Brooks, and women trouble...
Cops find $40,000 worth of marijuana in golf bag
Aug 2nd, 2018
So you're a U.S. Border Patrol agent wandering along the Rio Grande on the Texas border minding your own business when you find an abandoned golf bag just lying there. What's in it? You think. Probably some old golf balls and a manky banana. Think again...
Successful 2018 Berenberg Gary Player Invitational
Jul 25th, 2018
Global golf icons, major championship winners, stars of the modern game and some of the sport's hottest young talents have joined Gary Player at Wentworth to raise almost $105,000 for good causes during the London leg of his world-leading Invitational Series.
2018 Berenberg Gary Player Invitational field confirmed
Jul 21st, 2018
A host of the game's greatest golfers will come together for the 2018 Berenberg Gary Player Invitational at Wentworth Club, London, on 23 July, as the final field is officially confirmed.
Justin Thomas only US Ryder Cup player to make French Open
Jun 28th, 2018
Justin Thomas is the only US Ryder Cup player who has made it over the pond to play the French Open at Le Golf National in Paris, the home of this year's Ryder Cup. Taking one for the team?
Paulina Gretzky melts the internet again
Jun 14th, 2018
A Day In The Life Of Paulina Gretzky. DJ's better half – what does she get up to of an afternoon?
Justin Rose wins the Forth Worth Invitational in style
May 28th, 2018
Justin Rose won his ninth PGA Tour title with a comfortable three-shot victory at the Fort Worth Invitational.
Justin Rose takes 4 shot lead at Forth Worth Invitational
May 27th, 2018
Justin Rose has shot an impressive 66 to take a four shot lead into the final day at the Fort Worth Invitational at Colonial.
Wentworth's newly designed West Course has come of age
May 25th, 2018
A little over 12 months on from the official unveiling of the renovated West Course, an Ernie Els Design-led project, the world of golf has never been richer in its praise for the iconic golf course.
Justin Rose takes clubhouse lead at Fort Worth Invitational
May 25th, 2018
We may be missing Justin Rose at the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth, and we know Justin really wanted to be there, but he's not letting any home sickmess get in his way, as he's the clubhouse leader at the Fort Worth Invitational.
Wentworth reveals £13 million clubhouse
May 23rd, 2018
The iconic Wentworth Club has opened the doors to its new luxury Clubhouse, the result of a significant £13m investment by the Club’s owners, Reignwood Group, over the past 12 months.
Golf equipment – 7 Of The Best 2018 Better Player Irons
May 18th, 2018
We've been looking back at some of the read stories from 2017, and there was a lot of interest from our readers on this feature on the best better player irons of 2017. Here it is for you to enjoy again. Check out the best better player irons for 2018. Small irons have got forgiving...
Bizarre twist in DQ'd college players saga
May 18th, 2018
This one could run and run. And the run some more. Were DQ'd college teams actually instructed to play from the wrong tee?
Webb Simpson wins the Players Championship by 4 shots
May 14th, 2018
Webb Simpson got the job done today at the Players with an unflapperable one over round of 73 to beat Jason Dufner, Charl Schwartzel, Xander Schauffele and Jimmy Walker by four shots. But Tiger Woods had a proper crack at it, before faltering on his back nine, whilst Brooks Koepka equalled the course record, on a fascinating final day.
Webb Simpson extends his Players Championship lead
May 13th, 2018
Barring a miracle or a total meltdown, it is pretty much safe to say that Webb Simpson has this one in the bag, as he shoots a four under 68 to extend his lead to seven shots.
Last round tee times & R3 highlights from The Players
May 13th, 2018
Webb Simpson has surely got it wrapped up, right? But what if Tiger or Jordan take off like they did yesterday? It could be an amazing day. Tee times and R3 highlights right here...
Simpson, eh? Webb goes low at Players
May 12th, 2018
Webb Simpson was playing the round of his lifetime at the Players Championship - until the 17th bared its teeth.....
Players 3rd round tee times and pairings
May 12th, 2018
3rd round tee times and pairings for The Players at Sawgrass.
Players Championship 2nd round tee times & pairings
May 11th, 2018
Golf's '5th major' is here. Tee times and pairings... Tiger with Rickie and Phil...
Fleming golf tips for The Players Championship
May 9th, 2018
It’s the Players Championships in the USA; I haven’t tipped Tiger Woods but I feel he is close to winning soon.
Melissa Reid speaks out about LET players needing part -time jobs
May 9th, 2018
Melissa Reid has spoken out about how some Ladies European Tour players are having to take part time jobs to survive.
P is for Players
May 9th, 2018
It's almost time for the Players Championship, and here's Rickie Fowler taking the P is for Players Challenge. See how Rickie gets on......
adidas Golf Announces Player Apparel for Year’s First Major
Apr 3rd, 2018
adidas Golf has announced the polos to be worn by the world’s top players – defending champion Sergio Garcia, world No. 1 Dustin Johnson and world No. 3 Jon Rahm – who will be making their way around the course in Augusta next week in search of a win at the year’s first major.
Players to watch on the 2018 Staysure Tour
Feb 19th, 2018
Following the introduction of several new players, a new title sponsor in Staysure and brand-new tournaments around the globe, the European Senior Tour is on the rise, with the Farmfoods European Senior Masters one of the newest events on the map.
Gary Woodland ends long title drought
Feb 5th, 2018
Gary Woodland finally gets over the line after a painful year with playofff victory at the Phoenix. PLUS shots of the day...
Wentworth greenkeeping team receives BIGGA Award
Jan 27th, 2018
The greenkeeping team at Wentworth Golf Club in Virginia Water has been recognised for its incredible performance in preparing the course for the BMW PGA Championship 2017 with the BIGGA Championship Greenkeeping Performance of the Year Award sponsored by Rigby Taylor.
Tour player gets three-month drug suspension
Jan 11th, 2018
The PGA has suspended Brad Fritsch for three months after he reporting the use of a banned substance, dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA).
Louis Oosthuizen to tackle Liverpool players in FootGolf
Nov 22nd, 2017
Louis Oosthuizen may have one of the best swings in golf, but at the AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open at the end of this month his football skills will also be tested when he and three fellow professionals take on four former legends of Liverpool Football Club in a game of FootGolf.
Rich pickings as 146 players make $1 million
Nov 19th, 2017
A total of 146 players won at least $1 million in prize money during the 2016-17 season between the PGA Tour and European Tour, according to Golf Week.
Representing for all all the GolfPunks: Gary Player
Oct 19th, 2017
The one and only Gary Player gives us the chance to punch him in the stomach and tells us what's wrong with the world...
Wind blown leaf frustrates Web.com Tour player
Sep 25th, 2017
We all know golf is hard. But when the golfing gods are not on your side, then it just gets a whole lot harder. Here's a Web.com Tour player trying to make his PGA Tour card, when a leaf gets blown into his ball, sending it way off course.
4 players confirmed for Hero Challenge
Sep 12th, 2017
Matthew Fitzpatrick, Bernd Wiesberger and Danny Willett will join Lee Westwood under the lights when the Hero Challenge returns to the British Masters later this month.
The Top 9 Walker Cup players
Sep 9th, 2017
It is Walker Cup time again, as the United States take on GB&I at the Los Angeles Country Club. Here are our favourite Top 8 Walker Cup players who went on to tour success, and one who did not.
LPGA player to donate winnings
Sep 2nd, 2017
Stacy Lewis will donate any winnings she makes at the Cambia Portland Classic to the victims of Hurricane Harvey, and the motivation seems to be working.
Acushnet take the fight back to Costco
Aug 16th, 2017
Golf ball wars are back, as Acushnet have fired off a 284–page countersuit against Costco’s lawsuit against them which was originally filled five months ago.
Wentworth wins sustainability certification
Aug 14th, 2017
Better news from Wentworth, as it has been awarded a prestigious international sustainability certification in recognition of the Club’s commitments to the environment and local community.
Wentworth pushes back on membership resignations
Aug 8th, 2017
Wenttworth's PR agency have been on our case over our story about a 30% dip in their membership. Here's the update.
The Top 5 Best Players Never To Have Won A Major
Aug 7th, 2017
Here we have it. GolfPunk's definitive Top 5 Best Players Who Just Kept Coming Up Short... Lord have mercy on their tortured souls...
Top 20 Best Players Never To Win A Major
Jul 18th, 2017
They might not thank us for reminding them but these guys, no matter how successful they were, no matter how much cash they made, never quite got over the line to join that elite club known as... Major Winners....
Gary Player does back flip off boat
Jul 16th, 2017
Gary Player's been up to his tricks again, and this time it's a back flip into the sea from a boat. For Sir GP age is just a number.
Player dogged by bad luck
Jul 11th, 2017
Broke Hill Golf Club has changed the fortunes of an amateur golfer literally dogged by bad luck.
LPGA player hopes Trump no-shows
Jul 6th, 2017
It's the third women’s major of the year next week, hard on the heels of the KPMGA PGA Championship, and controversially it will be taking place at Trump Bedminster in New Jersey. And there's at least one player hoping for a Presidential no–show.
Where are the US players?
Jul 6th, 2017
Rory McIlroy has done a stellar job with the Irish Open, and the field this year is without a shadow of a doubt the best ever. But where are the Americans?
Seven players qualify for The Open
Jul 3rd, 2017
It was an excellent weekend for Martin Laird, as his third place at the Quicken Loans National earned him a handsome $482,800 and a place in The Open.
Wentworth tries to silence members
Jun 19th, 2017
Wentworth members have been told they could be expelled from the club if they publicly criticise it or its owner.
Global players support
Jun 14th, 2017
A stellar field of Major winners, icons of the game and Tour professionals will participate in the 2017 Berenberg Gary Player Invitational at Wentworth Club in London on July 23 and 24.
Gary Player feud with Robert Trent Jones Junior
Jun 8th, 2017
The feud between Gary Player and Robert Trent Jones Junior has flared up again, after a recent interview in GolfDigest with RTJJ.
Four players qualify for The Open
May 29th, 2017
Chan Kim of the US, Michael Hendry of New Zealand, Adam Bland of Australia and KT Kim of South Korea have earned places in The 146th Open after qualifying at the Mizuno Open in Japan on Sunday.
The strange side bet at Wentworth
May 28th, 2017
In the final round at the BMW PGA Championship, playing partners Pablo Larrazabal and Haotong Li had a curious little side bet.
Play new–look Wentworth
May 27th, 2017
The redesigned Wentworth Club West Course is now accessible to golfers in all its Tour event glory thanks to Foresight Sports’ latest FSX simulator software.
Ian Poulter joins star-studded BMW at Wentworth
May 16th, 2017
Kaboom! McIlroy, Justin Rose, Henrik Stenson, Beef and now Ian Poulter. All at the BMW next week in leafy Surrey.
Youngest ever Players Championship winner
May 15th, 2017
Wow. South Korean Si-woo Kim became the youngest ever winner of the Players Championship after a sublime final round 69 saw him over the line.
Fleetwood and Poulter soar up Players leaderboard
May 13th, 2017
Why do they call it Moving Day? No one actually moves any differently from any other day. It's not like they all start vogueing or break dancing or anything. Well? Anyone?...
Top six active players to have never won a Major
Apr 27th, 2017
After Sergio Garcia recently broke his major hoodoo at the Masters, we think it’s time that we revisited the list of current, active players that are still in search of their first major.
Gary Player is all lonesome
Apr 12th, 2017
Poor Gary Player. He still hasn't got his invite to #SB2K17. He's all lonesome, and wants to be with the boys on their spring break trip.
Gary Player shows Elise Lobb
Apr 8th, 2017
Gary Player has been showing Elise Lobb, the social media sensation who has 195K followers on Instagram, how he keeps fit, even when there is not a gym at hand.
Tragedy for Gary Woodland
Mar 29th, 2017
Gary Woodland withdrew from the WGC–Dell Match Play because his wife had complications with her pregnancy that resulted in the loss of one of their unborn twins.
Rory Mcilroy confirms he will play BMW at Wentworth
Jan 14th, 2017
Grab the bunting, alert the authorirties and put the cat out... World Number 2 Rory McIlroy has confirmed he will grace us with his prescence at the BMW Wentworth 25th May, 2017.
Gary Player is downsizing
Dec 15th, 2016
Gary Player is selling the ranch where he spent more than half his life working on his other passion: breeding racehorses. And it could be yours for $3.7 million.
Henrik Stenson wins player of the year
Dec 14th, 2016
Following directly on from winning the Golf Writers' Association Trophy, Henrik Stenson has now landed the big one – European Tour Player of the Year. It's going to be a very happy Christmas down at the Stensons.
Acushnet IPO gets off to a shaky start
Oct 29th, 2016
The much anticipated Acushnet IPO was launched yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange. How did it go?
Gary Player's going to be 81 and this is what he wants you to do
Oct 28th, 2016
It’s Gary Player birthday on the 1st November. He’s going to be 81, but you really wouldn’t think so. He’s still as fit as a butcher’s dog. And here’s how his friends want us to celebrate. But it’s not going to be easy, unless you are Gary Player.
Dustin Johnson named PGA Player Of The Year
Oct 12th, 2016
Dustin Johnson was named the PGA Tour's Player of the Year on Tuesday following a remarkable year which included his maiden major championship, the US Open at Oakmont.
Stunning Wentworth home comes onto market
Aug 9th, 2016
A stunning contemporary home on the Wentworth Estate has gone on the market for a jaw dropping £25million. Here's what you get for that kind of moolah.
Gary Player steps into the breach
Jun 26th, 2016
As yet another South African golfer withdraws from the Olympics, Gary Player has come up with a solution.
TaylorMade sign 2 new players
Jun 22nd, 2016
TaylorMade have signed two new players for 2016: Jon Rahm and Jordan Niebrugge.
Wentworth and European Golf Design announce partnership
Jun 17th, 2016
Wentworth Club and European Golf Design have announced a new partnership that will see leading European Tour players take on an instrumental role in the delivery of the West Course restoration project.
Gary Player Design’s new 12-hole course
Jun 2nd, 2016
Gary Player Design is creating a new twelve-hole course in Missouri. Is 12 the new 9?
Wentworth goes back to its roots
May 29th, 2016
Keith Pelley has confirmed that work will start next month on restoring the Wentworth West course to its original glory.
Gary Player reminds Young Bucks
May 28th, 2016
Gary Player took to Twitter to remind the 'young bucks' that they had it made. This is what he posted.
Wentworth announce new Global Ambassador
May 25th, 2016
Wentworth Club has announce the appointment of 2015 BMW PGA Champion, Byeong-Hun An, as its Global Ambassador until 2019.
$5,000 hospitality package for The Players
May 20th, 2016
The PGA Tour has created a new ultra high-end hospitality package for the Players Championship. It costs $5,000, and here’s what that gets you.
Wentworth announces Gary Player Design for Edinburgh
May 20th, 2016
Wentworth Club has announced the appointment of Gary Player Design to carry out the renovation of its famous Edinburgh Course as part of the multi-million pound investment programme being undertaken by the Club and its owners Reignwood Group.
Best and Worst from Day 3 at the Players
May 15th, 2016
On a day that The Stadium Course bit back, we had five putts, lake balls, and a sensational 65 from Ken Duke. Here's the Top Ten best and worst moments from the day's play.
Will Wilcox Aces The 17th at Players
May 14th, 2016
Will Wilcox made the ace everyone was waiting for last night, and he celebrated it brilliantly.
Top 10 Best and Worst Shots From The Players
May 14th, 2016
The best, and worst shots from day 2 at the Players Championship.
Top 10 Best and Worst Shots From The Players
May 13th, 2016
There was some cracking golf played last night at the Players Championship. Jason Day shot a 63, but he wasn't the only one on fire last night. But there were some absolute shockers hit too mind. Here are the ten best and worst shots from day one...
Rickie looking for back to back wins at The Players
May 12th, 2016
Rickie Fowler will attempt to achieve a feat that proved beyond the likes of Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Greg Norman and even Jack Nicklaus when he sets out to defend his title tomorrow at The Players Championship.
Jason Day shoots 63 to take Players lead
May 12th, 2016
Jason Day proved why he is the world’s number one as he blasted his way to a two-shot lead with a record-tying nine-under-par 63 in Thursday's opening round of the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass.
Who to bet on at the Players Championship
May 11th, 2016
From defending champions to club members, the Spiv has done his research, and knows who to back this week....
Wentworth Owners In Dramatic U-Turn!!!
Mar 18th, 2016
Here's the breaking news from Wentworth, the embargo for which has just been lifted: There's been a great deal of movement. For details of how a load of wealthy golfers struck a better deal with a load of uber-wealthy Chinese golfers, read on...
Chinese owners of Wentworth borrowed $155 million to buy it
Mar 5th, 2016
According to reports from the Daily Telegraph, the Chinese owners of Wentworth took out a $155 million loan from a Thai bank to fund their purchase of Wentworth, and the members aren’t happy with this new development.
Wentworth announces upgrades to West Course
Mar 2nd, 2016
Wentworth Club has announced updates to the upcoming renovations and works across the famous West Course, Tennis & Health Club and Clubhouse. The members dispute is clearly not stopping them. Here's what's going to be done.
