The Second Cut | Golf Podcast Arnold Palmer Invitational Tournament Recap | Winners, Highlights, & More
Mar 8, 2026
A lively recap of the Arnold Palmer Invitational with the dramatic playoff finish and how a late surge changed the leaderboard. Deep dives into crucial holes and momentum shifts that decided the title. Analysis of short game importance at Bay Hill and what it means for playersâ confidence. Notes on standout performances, withdrawals, and implications for the upcoming Players Championship.
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Batia's Morning Miracle And Sloppy Start
- Akshay Batia erased a two-shot swing from Saturday morning and chipped away despite early mistakes.
- Mark and Greg recount Batia's morning birdie on 18 and his sloppy early fourth round before the backânine surge.
Short Game Beat Driving This Week
- Putting and scrambling trumped tee accuracy at Bay Hill this week.
- Greg highlights Batia's elite short game and that he outâchipped and outâputted the field despite poor driving at points.
Back Nine Blitz And Near Albatross
- Batia's backânine blitz included birdies at 10, 11, 12, 13 and an eagle at 16.
- Greg recalls the nearly holed 16th approach and the precise 6â7 iron that set up the eagle near a fast rightâedge pin.