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Episode 55

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6th Feb 2025

LIV 2025 launch, US Open's "kind" gesture and Rory WILL win 2 more majors!

Summary

In this episode, the hosts discuss the upcoming LIV Golf season, focusing on Rory McIlroy's recent performance and his ever fluctuating opinions on the PGA Tour and LIV. They delve into the implications of exemptions for LIV players in major tournaments and the ongoing challenges of communication and transparency within LIV Golf. The conversation also touches on the importance of engaging fans through fantasy golf and the need for better information dissemination from LIV Golf management. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the evolving landscape of LIV Golf, discussing its potential to attract disillusioned PGA Tour fans and the challenges of broadcasting the events. They share insights on player selections for fantasy leagues, preview the upcoming Riyadh tournament, and make predictions about rookies and their potential impact on the season. The discussion highlights the excitement and uncertainty surrounding LIV Golf as it continues to carve out its niche in the world of professional golf.


Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and LIV Golf Preview

04:55 - Rory McIlroy's Performance, Analysis and Critiques

17:44 - LIV Golf and Player Personalities

28:49 - Exemptions and the US Open Discussion

35:24 - The Challenges of Collaboration in Golf

39:30 - Transparency and Accountability in Golf

40:43 - LIV Golf Fantasy League

43:39 - Engagement and Communication in LIV Golf

49:13 - The Future of LIV Golf and Its Challenges

54:30 - The Impact of New Signings on Live Golf

57:34 - Broadcasting and Accessibility of LIV Golf

01:02:17 - LIV Golf Riyadh 2025 - Riyadh Golf Club

01:06:03 - Season One Predictions and Player Picks

01:17:35 - Rookie Picks and Future Prospects

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Deep discussions for the love of golf, the fair way.
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Jamal S

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Jay (@ProGolfCritic) is a graduate of Duke University in Statistical Analysis.
A native New Yorker residing in California, he's been playing competitive amateur golf for over 25 years and is passionate about Golf being a global game and a game for everyone.
PGC firmly believes we need more Truth, Transparency, Logic & Common Sense in Pro Golf (and all media) and it is his mantra.
#MakeGolfFunAgain #TeamTaylorMade

Ben Mason

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Ben (Golf Lover UK) has been a casual golf fan all his life but in 2012 the bug bit. A huge fan of all things golf, PGAT, LIV, Ladies and Seniors. Ben is ticking off courses in the UK trying to play 20-25 new courses each year.

Mark Asquith

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Mark (@GolfDadUK) is a podcasting industry expert and an early industry leader in the United Kingdom and USA. He's also an avid golfer, huge fan of all things golf and is trying to get down to single digits over the next two years. Pah!