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RAHM'S DOCTRINE & THE OBSOLETE OLD COURSE - August 7th, 2025

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On August 7th, 2025, we explored Jon Rahm's intense competitive philosophy, Ian Woosnam's controversial take on the Old Course, and Scottie Scheffler's unique use for his major trophies.THE RAHM DOCTRINEJon Rahm reveals the "non-negotiable rule" for his Legion Thirteen squad: never give up on a round. We break down his intense competitive philosophy and how he's instilling a relentless mindset in his LIV Golf team."I've told everybody on my team, I'd rather you shoot eight over than nine over. Compete till the end."It's not all business—we also share a story about Rahm leading his team in a karaoke session in Hong Kong.SCHEFFLER'S TROPHY TRICKScottie Scheffler shares a hilarious story about using his major championship trophies as a "hall pass" to get his infant son, Bennett, into the men's-only grill at his home club for the first time.We also touch on his more serious strategy of conserving energy as he heads into the demanding FedEx Cup playoffs.The world's No. 1 proves that even major trophies have practical, everyday uses for new dads.COURSE CONTROVERSIES & CHANGESIan Woosnam makes a provocative claim that modern tech has made the Old Course at St. Andrews "obsolete" for The Open. We also look at the "gnarly" new Bermuda rough awaiting players at TPC Southwind.Harris English describes the TPC Southwind changes, noting the challenge of the tough new rough around the greens.The debate rages: should golf's most historic venue be retired from the championship rota?Quick HitsMike Trout's "no rules" club preview • Tiger Woods designing Trout National • FedEx Cup playoff prep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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