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Episode 67

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21st Jun 2025

Spaun, spats, captian Grumpykins and what does Rolapp's appointment for the PGAT

Summary

In this episode of the Golf Lovers United podcast, hosts Golf Lover UK and PGC discuss various topics related to golf, including the current weather conditions in the UK, the scheduling challenges faced by the PGA, and the recent victory of JJ Spaun at the U.S. Open. They delve into the importance of mental resilience in golf, the implications of locker room behavior, and the infrastructure needed for major championships. The conversation also covers the complexities of qualifying for the Open Championship and highlights the performances of various players during the U.S. Open, including notable missed cuts. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of golf, including the complexities of the rules, the importance of mental resilience, and the significance of proper equipment fitting. They also introduce a fun quiz segment, discuss Rory McIlroy's current challenges, and explore potential future scenarios for the sport, emphasizing the need for unity and cultural shifts within the golf community. The discussion wraps up with a hopeful outlook on the future of golf and the importance of enjoying the game.

Chapters

00:00 - Weather and Golfing Conditions

02:39 - PGA Tour Scheduling and Infrastructure

05:18 - JJ Spawn's Victory and Mental Challenges

11:00 - Locker Room Privacy and Player Conduct

14:36 - Port Rush and Open Championship Preview

18:24 - Qualifying for the Open Championship

24:43 - US Open Qualifying Insights

31:21 - U.S. Open Performance Highlights

38:48 - Rules of Golf and Mental Challenges

50:30 - Rory's Break and Future Plans

52:33 - The Importance of Key Championships

54:29 - Rory's Future and Mental Health

55:36 - Options for World Golf Collaboration

57:29 - The Super Bowl of Golf Concept

58:58 - New Leadership in the PGA Tour

01:01:02 - Cultural Shifts in Golf

01:06:39 - The Changing Narrative in Live Golf

01:09:51 - A Vision for the Future of Golf

01:13:59 - The Need for Global Golf Experiences



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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.
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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!