SCHEFFLER'S OAKMONT PREP & GOLF'S LONGEST DAY - JUNE 3, 2025

Recapping June 2nd's major golf news, this episode covers Scottie Scheffler's Memorial triumph and strategic U.S. Open preparation, the high stakes of "Golf's Longest Day" qualifiers, and previews the upcoming RBC Canadian Open and Liv Golf Virginia.SCHEFFLER'S DOMINANCE & U.S. OPEN FOCUSFresh off his Memorial victory, Scottie Scheffler announced June 2nd he's skipping the RBC Canadian Open to prepare for the U.S. Open at Oakmont, stating, "It may be in my best interest not to play the week before."His Memorial win pushed career earnings to $86M (4th all-time); Jack Nicklaus lauded him: "He's played better than I played... more consistent," adding Scheffler "knows that those guys... are not in his league."Scheffler celebrated his win with wife Meredith and their son on the 18th green, calling Meredith, "My wife is my biggest supporter; she's my best friend."U.S. OPEN QUALIFIERS: "GOLF'S LONGEST DAY"June 2nd's "Golf's Longest Day" saw intense U.S. Open final qualifying, with Liv Golfers like Anirban Lahiri and Marc Leishman in contention amidst significant Liv player withdrawals including Lee Westwood and Bubba Watson.Sergio Garcia experienced a near miss in Dallas, while veterans Padraig Harrington and Graeme McDowell battled hard for coveted spots at Oakmont.Sebastian Munoz shared a heartwarming moment from the qualifiers, tweeting about enjoying "fist bumps with little fans."RBC CANADIAN OPEN PREVIEW (JUNE 5-8)With Scheffler opting out, Rory McIlroy (+450) headlines the RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto, though SportsLine's Eric Cohen suggests fading him, viewing it as a "tune up event" for McIlroy."I'm a big advocate of national opens," McIlroy stated. Course architect Ian Andrew noted of TPC Toronto's changes: "We wanted to make players hit longer clubs into the greens occasionally."Defending champion Robert MacIntyre returns, with other contenders including Ludvig Aberg, Shane Lowry, and Canadian hopefuls like Nick Taylor.LIV GOLF VIRGINIA PREVIEW (JUNE 6-8)Liv Golf Virginia tees off at Robert Trent Jones GC, featuring stars like Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, and Joaquin Niemann, as the league continues to cultivate its distinct atmosphere."We're getting a younger crowd... it's a party vibe," commented David Feherty on Liv Golf's audience and event experience.The tournament offers another chance for players to make their mark in Liv's unique individual and team format.Quick HitsRickie Fowler secures Open Championship spot at Portrush • Maja Stark wins U.S. Women's Open, plans to "Maybe move out of my studio apartment" • Trump ranks top golfers (omitting McIlroy); Rory reveals Trump "is not a fan of the Liv Golf format" • Brandt Snedeker on Oakmont: "That golf course is going to drive you crazy" • Tommy Fleetwood on fitness: helps "remain injury free." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.