No Laying Up - Golf Podcast

1091: Fall Events That Slap + Great Dunes

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Nov 17, 2025
Matt Fitzpatrick claims victory at the DP World Tour Championship, while Rory McIlroy adds another title to his collection. The hosts dive into recent LPGA action, including Lynn Grant's impressive win and discussions around sponsor exemptions. They explore the Butterfield Bermuda event's unique appeal and debate the PGA Tour's financial transparency amid executive compensation news. Lastly, they recount their recent trip to Great Dunes on Jekyll Island, highlighting standout holes and the course's coastal charm.
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DP World Graduates Shift Global Golf Dynamics

  • DP World Tour now grants top finishers PGA Tour cards, shifting player pathways and politics.
  • Solly and Tron highlight rising graduates and question long-term effects on both tours.
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Putters Trend Toward Mallets And Tech

  • Putters are evolving: mallets and tech-aided designs are replacing blades among top players.
  • Solly and Tron link alignment tech to higher putting floors and changing tour trends.
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Viral Exemptions Can Harm Tour Credibility

  • Sponsor-exemption controversy on the LPGA shows social media spikes can be hollow publicity.
  • Solly and Tron worry such spectacles can distract and cheapen tournament integrity.
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