The Rick Shiels Golf Show Is the World Golf Ranking Broken?
Nov 11, 2025
The hosts delve into whether the World Golf Rankings are broken, exploring quirks of player Aaron Rai and his humble background. They discuss Tommy Fleetwood's ambitions and his contrasting position in data versus official rankings. The conversation shifts to LIV Golf's transition to 72 holes and its implications for player rankings. Ben Griffin's surprising rise in the PGA Tour catches attention, alongside a glimpse into Rick's recent golf trip to Vietnam, showcasing its emerging status in the golf world.
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Fleetwood's Rise And Ranking Gap
- Tommy Fleetwood has climbed to elite level with multiple wins and is closing in on the very top of golf.
- DataGolf ranks him higher than the Official World Golf Ranking, exposing ranking discrepancies.
Playoff At Yasz Links And Rai's Roots
- Rick and Guy watched the DP World Tour playoff between Tommy Fleetwood and Aaron Rai and discussed both players' backgrounds.
- They highlighted Aaron Rai's grinder mentality and his sentimental use of iron head covers.
OWGR Versus DataGolf Divergence
- The Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) can diverge significantly from alternative metrics like DataGolf.
- That divergence shows the OWGR may not reflect current player performance accurately.