The Smylie Show

Akshay Bhatia joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme for his third appearance on the show (rising up the all-time leaderboard - watch out Justin Thomas and James Nitties!).Fresh off his third straight Tour Championship, Akshay opens up on why he's calling his 2026 season "mediocre," the exact swing changes he's targeting this off-season to fix his driver, and what it would mean to finally crack the top 20 in strokes gained off the tee.Plus: his partnership with caddie Joe Greiner after their first year together, his cross-handed chipping technique and elite bunker play, the mind-blowing way he uses ball speed as a distance control mechanism with his irons, and with a childhood spent in North Carolina - his go-to Cook Out order.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro2:00 Magic Shoes?7:07 Ground rules for the dogs at home8:19 NC golf courses & Cook Out order11:38 2026 season reflection14:05 Marriage & life at 2416:22 Tour friend group & housing18:33 Tuesday money games20:39 Three straight Tour Championships23:04 Caddie Joe Greiner25:33 Driver rebuild for 202733:00 Playing golf with Joe34:44 Cross-handed chipping technique40:49 Ball-speed feel for distance43:28 Best bunker player on tour?46:54 Lining up the golf ball51:30 Sign-off & Japan trip#golf #pgatour #akshaybhatia #smylieshow

Brandt Snedeker and Geoff Ogilvy have set their 2026 Presidents Cup rosters, and Smylie and Charlie break down every pick — starting with the headline move: 21-year-old Jackson Koivun, who was outside the top 40 on points and only a few months into his pro career, getting the nod for Team USA over veterans with far bigger resumes. They get into why the pick makes sense, and what it means for Koivun's career.Plus: the full US and International rosters for Medinah, the stat-driven case for why Ryan Gerard should've made the team, dream-pairing predictions for both sides, and why Team USA's depth might make this one lopsided on paper. From there, Smylie and Charlie shift into a full 2026 PGA Tour season review — favorite events and storylines, the "old guys" who had big years, feel-good stories, and players who took steps forward and back.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Presidents Cup picks are in — the Jackson Koivun reaction2:03 Comparing Koivun's pick to Jordan Spieth's in 20134:40 Full rosters: all 12 players on both teams5:40 J.J. Spaun's injury and the roster fallout9:16 The stat case for Ryan Gerard13:17 Data Golf's rankings & the match format explained16:36 Bezuidenhout's surprise pick & Medinah's conditions18:35 International team culture under Ogilvy and Immelman20:17 Nico Echavarria, the most underrated pick20:53 Dream pairings: Team USA25:07 Dream pairings: the International side26:09 USA's depth advantage, on paper28:57 2026 season review begins: favorite storylines31:31 Theme: the old guys had a year33:00 Feel-good stories of the season34:36 No-cut fields and Doral's flat comeback36:44 Previewing the 2027 Florida Swing shuffle37:31 Guessing the 7 elevated Challenger Series events42:15 Valspar's sponsor dilemma & the confirmed Championship Series lineup43:37 Phoenix Open's Super Bowl date standoff48:12 Theme: the young guns' breakout stretch48:49 The Fitzpatrick brothers' year53:15 Marco Penge: a rookie year bigger than the scorecard56:14 Steps forward: Burns, Si Woo Kim, Fitzpatrick & Gotterup58:55 Made it back: Wyndham Clark and Collin Morikawa1:03:41 2027 outlook: Jordan Spieth's redemption year?#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #presidentscup

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme preview the 2026 Walker Cup at Lahinch Golf Club with three guests: Team USA's Ryder Cowan, US Amateur champion Jack Whaley - whose victory at Merion earned him a GB&I roster spot, and Lahinch operations manager TJ Ford, who walks us through some truly stunning flyovers.Ryder discusses matching Jackson Koivun for low-amateur honors at the US Open, what he learned studying Koivun's game, and the golf balls he forgot before his Round of 64 win over Miles Russell. Jack recaps his US Amateur run at Merion — wasp sting included — and the major exemptions that came with it. TJ takes them through Lahinch's Old Tom Morris and Alister MacKenzie design, the club's famous roaming goats, and tells an incredible stories about some caddie shenanigans on the 5th hole. Charlie and Smylie close it out with the full team rosters and their own final score picks.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro: Walker Cup broadcast schedule & preview8:20 Ryder Cowan joins: earning his Walker Cup spot10:20 Tying Jackson Koivun for low-amateur honors13:21 What Ryder learned studying Koivun's game19:09 Forgetting his golf balls before facing Miles Russell23:20 Beating Miles Russell & Walker Cup teammates28:39 Jack Whaley joins: US Am win & major exemptions29:49 Merion's brutal, back-loaded finish31:19 Wasp sting, a storm, and battling back36:00 Walker Cup matchups & English course roots39:10 FSU's pipeline, airport rankings & sign-off41:40 TJ Ford joins: his game & Lahinch's history43:50 Course design history: Old Tom Morris & MacKenzie45:44 Flyovers begin53:18 2019 Irish Open flashback: Rahm's 6256:55 MacKenzie's design philosophy & the toughest holes59:17 Lahinch's famous roaming goats & Jordan Spieth1:03:12 New clubhouse & TJ's prediction1:06:14 Walker Cup rosters & matchup breakdown1:12:09 Final score predictions#golf #pgatour #walkercup #lahinch #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

Smylie and Charlie are back to break down Scottie Scheffler's win at the Tour Championship — his second FedEx Cup, his third title of the year, and the moment he passed Tiger Woods for the all-time PGA Tour money record. They dig into the stats, his Jack Nicklaus comparison, and his pointed press-conference comments on East Lake's pin positions and setup.Plus: the full breakdown of Brian Rolapp's 2028 PGA Tour overhaul — the Championship Series schedule taking shape around GO by Raymond James and 14 sponsors chasing the final four spots, the new two-week match play finale format, Rory McIlroy's 15-event rule likely going away, LIV players' return conditions, whether East Lake stays in the Tour Championship rotation, and the wishlist of historic clubs (Olympic Club, Baltusrol, Cypress Point) that could host a reimagined postseason.Lastly, SK and Charlie dive into the Presidents Cup discussion as we look ahead to Medinah.Before all that: Charlie makes his first-ever albatross on Saturday — and discovers a fan who shares his name made one on the very same day.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & toasting the 2026 PGA Tour season's end2:05 Charlie's albatross and the "other Charlie Hume"6:15 Ryan Gerard's murky tour status6:37 Scottie's FedEx Cup playoff run10:39 Scottie's loose press-room mood & the Brandel Chamblee shoutout12:36 Scottie's 2026 season in review: near-misses & the Nicklaus comparison16:24 By the numbers: strokes gained, scoring records & passing Tiger on the money list18:21 The two stats behind the leap: proximity and putts made from 25+ feet23:53 Scottie's East Lake pin-position rant, in his own words26:14 Course architecture debate: this year's setup vs. old East Lake31:34 Should East Lake stay in the Tour Championship rotation?35:13 Brian Rolapp's leadership style & the state of the 2028 overhaul38:19 Championship Series update: GO by Raymond James and the chase for the final 4 events40:21 Scarcity by design: how the new model out-leverages LIV on star power42:29 Board meetings, FedEx's sponsorship future & criteria for the last 4 spots43:27 LIV return conditions, Rory's 15-event rule going away & a fall "world tour"47:43 Inside the new 2-week match play finale format49:59 The "no winner after week one" problem & the TV coverage challenge52:29 Group of death, tournament luck, and the case for match play54:19 Separating the season-long trophy from the finale spectacle57:19 Venue wishlist: Olympic Club, Baltusrol & golf's most exclusive clubs59:29 Smaller crowds, bigger engagement — the Cypress Point/Walker Cup comparison1:01:56 "What is amateur golf in 2026?" — why the top clubs are still cautious1:11:40 Presidents Cup discussion#golf #pgatour #scottiescheffler #tourchampionship #golfrecap #golfhighlights #smylieshow 

Smylie and Charlie are joined by defending TOUR Champion Tommy Fleetwood on the latest episode of The Smylie Show! Tommy reflects on his breakthrough win - his first on the PGA TOUR - in 2025 at East Lake a year later, the near-misses at the Travelers Championship and FedEx St. Jude that preceded it, the "instant gratification" he felt on the flight home, and how that mindset has carried into this season.Plus: His work with Butch Harmon and the power of simplicity, his love for the nine wood and mini driver, an emotional week playing the Open Championship at home in Southport, and his "fatherhood foursome" featuring Oscar, Murray, and Frankie (and the antics that usually ensue during and after). We also get a highly entertaining behind-the-scenes look at Frankie's prep process ahead of the 2025 Masters Par Three Contest.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters1:00 "Tommy, Tommy Tommy"3:23 The road to his first PGA Tour win10:29 Winning his first event on the PGA TOUR at East Lake12:15 Life in Dubai, London & the PGA Tour travel grind16:10 Staying consistent on a condensed schedule19:37 DP World Tour cards & the new Championship/Challenger Series23:35 Butch Harmon and the power of simplicity26:45 Practice habits — slow-motion swings, staying disciplined29:20 Learning to trust the fade34:41 The shoulder-to-shoulder swing37:18 Why the nine wood & mini driver are must-haves41:20 Playing the Open Championship at home in Birkdale47:04 Premier League preview — Everton, Tottenham & old grudges50:12 Golf merch, logos & the return of pleats54:05 Underrated English golf courses for a trip57:01 Fatherhood & the boys' Masters Par Three tradition1:04:12 Sign-off#golf #pgatour #tommyfleetwood #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

BMW Championship Recap: Wyndham Clark or Scottie Scheffler For Player of the Year? Smylie Kaufman heads straight from the airport (with an update to his airlines Big Board!) to the studio to join Charlie Hulme for a recap of the BMW Championship, where he broadcasted the action from Bellerive Country Club all week long. Smylie and Charlie discuss Wyndham Clark's third win of the 2026 season, and where that places him in an increasingly interesting Player of the Year race that also includes Scottie Scheffler, Cameron Young, Matt Fitzpatrick and Chris Gotterup.SK and CH also recap a disappointing ending - but a much improved week - for Rory McIlroy. A discussion about a "flat cat" putting grip that Rory has been using as a training aid leads to a conversation about the most unique aids that Smylie has seen while playing on Tour.Also in this episode: Smylie puts together his most likely Presidents Cup team with six USA players now automatically qualified, and Scottie's week dealing with hand, foot and mouth - a familiar experience for fathers of young children.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro: late-night taping & two dad topics2:19 Smylie's dad-neck injury6:22 Movie review: Smylie watches The Odyssey10:48 Scottie Scheffler's hand, foot and mouth battle at Bellerive16:54 Wyndham Clark wins the BMW Championship over Rory McIlroy21:33 Rory's "flat cat" putter grip + training aids on Tour28:30 Player of the Year race: Scheffler vs. Wyndham Clark?39:15 FedEx Cup playoff points cut & this year's muted bubble drama44:32 Should the Tour Championship go to match play?53:39 Bellerive, St. Louis & should host cities rotate?59:56 Presidents Cup team predictions: Smylie's 6 picks1:05:54 Presidents Cup: youth development & the Ryder Cup comparison1:13:39 Airlines Big Board: Southwest Airlines review1:19:02 Charlie's putter update: the blade movement returns1:20:46 Sign-off: tennis racket meltdown, Tree of the Week & Tommy Fleetwood next week#golf #pgatour #BMW #WyndhamClark #ScottieScheffler #SmylieKaufman #golfhighlights #golfrecap

Smylie welcomes Robert "Bobby Mac" MacIntyre to the show (filmed ahead of the FedEx St. Jude Championship) for a deep dive into what makes Bob tick. Bob opens up on some close calls in 2025 — Scottie Scheffler's stunning chip-in at the BMW Championship and J.J. Spaun's dramatic birdie putt at the U.S. Open — and what those near-misses taught him about handling major championship pressure. He also talks candidly about becoming a father to son Finlay, why home in Scotland means so much to him, and his dream of winning a major.Plus: what Shinty (Scotland's Highland stick-and-ball sport) is actually like, the scholarship that took him to McNeese State, life inside the European Ryder Cup team room (including a prank-call story), three hidden-gem Scottish links courses to add to your must-play list, and his surprisingly strong feelings on private jets.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro1:00 Bob, Robert, or "Bobby Mac"?3:09 FedEx St. Jude & Memphis heat4:47 Adjusting his ball flight for American golf7:03 McNeese State: the scholarship story & Cajun culture shock12:04 Shinty 10122:31 Playing with an edge25:32 Defining happiness: chasing tour success vs. being home29:37 The BMW Championship battle with Scottie Scheffler34:44 U.S. Open pressure & J.J. Spaun's stunning finish36:11 Two Ryder Cup wins, the Scottish Open, and chasing a major39:21 Inside the European Ryder Cup team room (the prank-call story)43:04 Scotland's college golf pipeline46:01 Fatherhood: son Finlay's arrival50:14 Three hidden-gem Scottish links courses54:40 Scottish football & Premier League predictions57:23 Private jets vs. Ryanair

Smylie Kaufman is back home after broadcasting the U.S. Amateur at Merion, and he and Charlie Hulme spend the front half of the show breaking down the course — its unusual routing, the brutal 14-18 closing stretch, the debate over how much green-complex slope can survive modern speeds, and why it's such a compelling preview for the 2030 U.S. Open there. Jack Whaley beat Jay Leng Jr. for the title, with Ryder Cowan and Carter Loflin standing out as names to know.From there, the guys run their favorite trees in golf — a loose, hilarious countdown through Merion, Pebble Beach, The Renaissance Club, Cypress Point, TPC Sawgrass, Panmure (where Ben Hogan prepped for the 1953 Open), Prairie Dunes, Seminole, Monterey Peninsula, and the tree at Augusta National.Plus: the case for Scottie Scheffler as the clear Player of the Year after his 8-shot win at TPC Southwind, what the PGA Tour's new playoff points structure means for players fighting to stay inside the top 50, and the fallout from Jon Rahm's reported LIV Golf exit — including what it means for the DP World Tour, the Challenger Series, and the sport's shifting global landscape heading into 2027.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & catch-up: fresh off the U.S. Amateur at Merion2:59 Merion's unique routing and standout holes7:47 Tangent: the Bobby Jones cinematic universe11:33 Merion's brutal closing stretch and the 17th green debate12:49 Setting up Merion for a 2030 U.S. Open18:46 The story behind Merion's wicker-basket logo22:27 Merion trivia: director-of-golf tenure & clubhouse details27:05 Best trees in golf: the debate begins (Merion's 8th)29:03 Pebble Beach's 18th hole cypress31:58 The Renaissance Club's 11th hole33:16 Cypress Point: Walker Cup picnics & the 17th tree36:47 TPC Sawgrass's tree-lined holes38:29 Panmure: where Hogan prepped for the 1953 Open40:08 Prairie Dunes' "The Shoot" at 1542:15 Seminole's 16th hole palms43:42 Monterey Peninsula's 11th hole45:54 The Tree at Augusta National & honorable mentions48:10 U.S. Amateur standouts: Ryder Cowan & Carter Loflin50:26 The case for Scottie Scheffler as Player of the Year59:07 PGA Tour playoff points shakeup & the scramble for top 501:04:41 Jon Rahm, LIV Golf, and the DP World Tour's shifting landscape1:19:11 Sign-off: Bob McIntyre preview, Ryder Cup to the South & JT's Firestone flashback#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #scottiescheffler #Merion

Six-time PGA Tour winner Hunter Mahan joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme to talk about his unexpected return to golf. Mahan opens up on why he stepped away from competing in 2021 — burnout, the grind of travel, and an envy that "took over" and wasn't good for his soul — and what's pulled him back into playing after several years coaching high school golf at Liberty Christian in Argyle, Texas, alongside football coach Jason Witten. A few months of posting practice-round videos to social media turned into a full comeback arc, complete with a new equipment deal through Grant Horvat's Primo.Plus: Hunter breaks down the swing videos he's been posting — his takeaway feel, getting the clubface more shut, and clearing up the Justin Rose "shallowing" myth — and walks through his short game reboot under Stan Utley (of Parker McLachlin's Short Game Chef), including the shaft-angle and forearm-rotation keys that turned his chipping around. The guys also get into a wide-ranging Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup conversation: why Team Europe consistently looks looser under pressure, Mahan's own Presidents Cup debut alongside Justin Leonard and Paul Azinger, the case for a real U.S. national team pipeline, and a frank look back at the U.S. team's collapse at Bethpage in 2025.Before they let him go: Hunter's top tips for teaching your kids golf, and a very serious debate over which foursome wins — the Golf Boys or the 2016 Spring Breakers.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & why the beard came off1:41 Why Hunter Mahan stepped away from the tour — and what's pulling him back3:03 Coaching high school golf with Jason Witten at Liberty Christian7:42 The burnout and envy that pushed him away from competing9:56 What went wrong with his swing after 201515:11 Breaking down Hunter's Instagram swing videos 21:53 Inside his short-game reboot with Stan Utley27:16 Who spins it best around the greens on tour? 29:33 Utley's keys: shaft angle, forearm rotation, hitting it high vs. low33:09 The "level eyes" fix and driving through the chip40:33 Ryder Cup vs. Presidents Cup — why Team Europe has the edge49:44 Mahan's Presidents Cup debut: Justin Leonard & Paul Azinger52:42 Building a real U.S. national team pipeline56:18 Bethpage 2025 post-mortem: "everyone's got a plan till they get hit in the mouth"59:06 Hunter's top tips for teaching kids golf1:02:32 Hypothetical: Golf Boys vs. the 2016 Spring Breakers1:06:03 Sign-off#golf #huntermahan #pgatour #smyliekaufman #smylieshow #golfpodcast #golfhighlights 

Smylie and Charlie dive deep into LIV Golf's uncertain future, breaking down the reported $250 million investment from BC Partners, the shift to a player-equity model, and what a 10-event "LIV 2.0" schedule would actually look like. They also unpack the confirmed cancellation of the Team Championship in Michigan, leaving Indianapolis as the tour's lone remaining event of 2026.Plus: Bryson DeChambeau's headline-grabbing New York Post quotes, why he might be the one player who keeps LIV alive no matter what, the brutal math facing Jon Rahm if he wants back on the PGA Tour, LIV's business missteps (from its team-branding strategy to its mounting legal bills), and a fun hypothetical — could a Bryson-led YouTube golf tour actually work?Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & why we're breaking down LIV's future1:52 LIV 2.0 restructuring — bankruptcy, equity, and the "$250M mini tour"5:12 Who's funding this? BC Partners and the players-investors standoff8:30 Which players get a fast track back — Rahm and Niemann9:24 Bryson's New York Post quotes, dissected10:26 Bryson's YouTube empire and why he's all-in on LIV14:56 The failed $500M ask from PIF16:14 Bryson's major exemptions status through 202917:41 Bryson is the engine keeping LIV alive19:50 The Q-School pathway back to the PGA Tour22:24 LIV 2.0's reality check: purses shrink from $40M to $15M24:37 Who pays the penalty? Koepka's buyback and Rahm's price tag27:37 Jon Rahm's business decision29:09 LIV's mistakes: legal fees and a fumbled team-branding strategy33:25 The road not taken — a joint venture instead of a rival tour36:34 Could LIV become a YouTube-native golf brand?38:21 Selling YouTube golf to sponsors — the measurement problem40:36 Hypothetical: a Bryson-led touring roadshow42:28 LIV's other lawsuits: Premier Golf League and Mobii Systems47:17 Prediction: Rahm's decision and a September deadline#golf #LIV #pgatour #jonrahm #brysondechambeau #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

PART TWO: LIV GOLF SEGMENT: Dropping tomorrow morning (08/11/26)With a third straight PGA TOUR winner under the age of 24 in the books thanks to Michael Brennan's Sunday birdie streak, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme look back at his year, and the continued emergence of young American talent on the PGA TOUR. SK and CH also discuss which big names made or missed the FedEx Cup playoffs, discuss the origins of "AimPoint" green reading, and review some comments from Brooks Koepka after missing out on the playoffs.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & this week's storylines tease1:19 Spotting a Smylie Show hat at the Wyndham Championship2:45 Sick kids and a rough week at home6:37 Michael Brennan wins the Wyndham Championship8:13 Brennan's rise: Korn Ferry Tour to PGA Tour winner11:09 Brennan hires putting coach Marcus Potter11:27 Young Americans and the Presidents Cup conversation13:03 Ben James, Miles Russell & American golf's next wave14:02 Brennan's FedEx Cup jump and Presidents Cup odds15:06 Why winning on the PGA Tour still matters most16:33 Heat, humidity, and the "worst month" debate (plus a daylight saving tangent)20:47 Jackson Koivun sneaks into the FedEx Cup top 7024:26 The AimPoint putting debate30:45 Tom Kim climbs to 26th; three playoff streaks snapped31:42 Brooks Koepka's brutally honest 94th-place assessment32:55 Diagnosing Koepka's season & his road back from LIV#golf #pgatour #golfrecap #golfhighlights #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golfpodcast #wyndhamchampionship #michaelbrennan #fedexcup 

Sean Foley joins the show to break down Michael Thorbjornsen's first PGA Tour win at the Rocket Classic — a bogey-free final-round 63 that came together in barely six weeks of work with Foley, built around going back to video of Thorbjornsen's swing from Stanford in 2018. Foley walks through exactly what he saw, what they're working on, and why the answer was already in Thorbjornsen's own history.Plus: Foley digs into his full player room this summer — Tom Kim's emotional Genesis Scottish Open win, Michael Kim's historic 59 at the 3M Open and the three-month process of retraining his swing around a stronger grip, Ben An's four-year driver transformation, and the "humans first, golfer second" coaching philosophy he's built over two decades on tour with players like Tiger Woods, Justin Rose, and Hunter Mahan.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & congrats to Sean Foley on Thorbjornsen's Rocket Classic win2:08 Foley on watching Thor's win & his history with Michael since age 164:02 Foley's 20-year coaching evolution — "player support," humans first golfer second6:29 Scottie Scheffler's rising floor & the new generation's mindset7:28 Tom Kim & Thorbjornsen's shared high expectations turning pro8:23 Coaching Tom Kim: rebuilding posture, connection & swing DNA11:09 Thorbjornsen's swing fix: back to his 2018 Stanford video12:14 Breaking down Thorbjornsen's swing — grip, posture, wrist angles19:32 Thor's shot-shape arsenal beyond the draw21:13 Foley's coaching philosophy23:23 Michael Kim's comeback25:16 Retraining Kim's pattern — hitting snap hooks for 3 months28:16 Coaching psychology — bad memories & letting players enjoy wins30:18 Consistency over "feel" & the dad-as-coach dynamic32:35 Enjoying golf vs. having fun — and Foley's "do no harm" rule#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #michaelthorbjornsen #rocketclassic #smyliekaufman

Charlie Hulme and Smylie Kaufman break down Michael Thorbjornsen's first PGA Tour win — a bogey-free final-round 63 at the Rocket Classic, sealed by a long birdie putt on 18 that held off a hard-charging Xander Schauffele. Thor's putting coach, Stephen Sweeney, joins the show to explain how a stance and ball-position overhaul helped refine a raw approach into more short makes and better speed control on long putts.With the final PGA TOUR regular-season event up next, we take a bigger-picture look at the rest of the season and beyond. Which players are in danger of losing their cards, missing the playoffs, or not qualifying for signature events? And how would all of this look via a restructured competitive format in 2028?Plus: Detroit Golf Club's Donald Ross restoration, debating our favorite golf course design features, and the fantasy game Smylie would like to see in 2028 with the Championship and Challenger Series in place.Check out our original putting instruction video with Stephen Sweeney here: https://youtu.be/JVh5Xy7YRQMCHAPTERS:0:00 Intro: Charlie's HVAC and studio backdrop saga continues3:15 Smylie plays through a mild flu — new Sam Burns/Scottie Scheffler swing thoughts6:58 Charlie's putter and grip breakthrough8:14 Detroit Golf Club's Donald Ross restoration & tour's vanishing classic courses16:03 What makes a golf hole memorable19:16 Favorite/least favorite design features: cross creeks & sloped tee boxes23:52 Caddie yardages: raw numbers vs. adjusted advice27:39 Stephen Sweeney joins to talk Thorbjornsen's win33:36 Thorbjornsen's raw putting DNA — from cross-handed to fundamentals39:12 Video breakdown: fixing Thorbjornsen's stance & ball position45:14 Thorbjornsen's ceiling47:27 Sweeney's new ventures: Golf.com content & The People's League55:25 Rocket Classic recap: Thorbjornsen's bogey-free 63 & the winning putt57:37 Xander Schauffele's runner-up finish & 2026 bounce-back58:21 FedEx Cup Playoffs / Top 100 PGAT Bubble Discussion01:08:00 Presidents Cup Outlook01:12:00 Future PGAT Changes#golf #pgatour #rocketclassic #MichaelThorbjornsen #SmylieShow #SmylieKaufman Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down Jackson Koivun's stunning 3M Open win — his first PGA Tour title in just his third start as a pro, holding off a hard-charging Scottie Scheffler at TPC Twin Cities. They revisit Smylie's April prediction that Koivun could make the Presidents Cup team, along with a deep dive into Brandt Snedeker's Presidents Cup roster dilemma (young guns vs. proven veterans).Other 3M topics include a fifth runner-up finish for Scottie Scheffler, an ode to Grumpy Old Dudes after a viral Lucas Glover metal spikes moment, and “3Minutes” with producer Jaxon Brown.Before all that: Smylie tweaks his back wrestling his kids into car seats in the rain during a solo parenting weekend, and Charlie gets torched by a mineral sunscreen mishap on the beach.Tune in soon for a fuller breakdown of the state of LIV Golf after a brief discussion to close the episode. Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & episode preview1:48 Smylie's parenting-duty weekend and "dad back" tweak4:13 Charlie's beach vacation and sunscreen sunburn saga9:06 Jackson Koivun's 3M Open win and duel with Scottie Scheffler13:10 Brandt Snedeker's Presidents Cup roster dilemma: youth vs. experience22:54 Presidents Cup standings and proposed format changes25:39 Comparing Koivun to golf's great young major winners28:08 Scottie Scheffler's incredible, win-light runner-up season32:14 Scheffler's costly miss on 18 and Koivun's closing par34:28 Koivun's caddie David Flynn's backstory35:57 Lucas Glover's shoes-off, metal-spikes controversy42:52 3M Minutes: Jaxon Brown's on-site report from the 3M Open53:22 Smylie's neck injury and driver breakthrough56:23 LIV Golf's collapse and stranded players1:02:07 Sign-off and next episode tease#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #jacksonkoivun #3MOpen #golfrecap #golfhighlights

Fresh off a thrilling finish at Royal Birkdale which saw him hoist the Claret Jug, Ryan Fox joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme to relive his first major win at the 2026 Open Championship — only the fourth Kiwi to win a major, and the first to bring the Claret Jug home to New Zealand since Bob Charles in 1963. Fox walks through his major championship record-tying 62 on Saturday (and the improbable fairway bunker shot on 18 that capped it off), the driver decision on the 13th that swung his Sunday momentum, an incredible approach at 16, and the nerves he felt reading the winning birdie putt on 18.Plus: A brand new Srixon driver responsible for some of the most clutch shots he hit all week + the Z-STAR ball that gave him an edge over the rest of the field in the windy conditions, his dad Grant Fox's legendary All Blacks career and 1987 Rugby World Cup win, New Zealand's golf course boom, whether a PGA Tour event or Presidents Cup could ever land in New Zealand, and a detour into Fox's Bordeaux-heavy wine cellar.Before all that: the saga of getting the real and replica Claret Jugs through airport security and onto the flight home — including an awkward moment in line next to runner-up Cameron Young.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro & Ryan Fox's dad, All Blacks legend Grant Fox2:39 Has life changed since becoming Champion Golfer of the Year?3:39 New Zealand's 4th major champion & ending a 63-year Claret Jug drought4:29 The Claret Jug's wild flight home9:19 Echoes of Hideki Matsuyama's Masters travels10:19 Friday's grind just to make the cut12:12 Saturday's record-tying 6213:14 The bunker shot and putt that closed out the 6218:29 The 13th hole driver gamble and riding the wave of momentum23:24 The approach at 16 and feeling the crowd's energy29:03 Composure and nerves on the 18th green32:45 The backstory on Ryan's putter34:42 No snakes in New Zealand???35:57 The 2014 Muriwai Open and New Zealand's links golf38:00 The 2021 Muriwai win with Steve Williams caddying39:48 Touring New Zealand's booming golf course scene42:50 Could the PGA Tour — or a Presidents Cup — come to New Zealand?46:25 Wine talk: Bordeaux, Hawke's Bay, and the Claret Jug48:23 Sign-off

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, where 39-year-old Ryan Fox closed with an aggressive nine-iron to 11 feet on the 72nd hole and drained the birdie to win his first major, clearing Cam Young by a shot. They break down his decisive back nine and journey to the top: turning pro at 25, not reaching the PGA Tour full-time until age 37.Plus: Cam Young's fateful bunker gamble on 18 and the way his narrative has shifted rhe past year, heartbreak for Sam Burns with another near-miss at a major, controversy surrounding Scottie Scheffler’s 17th-hole TIO ruling, a bigger picture discussion about rules enforcement in the wake of Bryson DeChambeau’s two-shot penalty, and whether Royal Birkdale's firm-and-fast setup played as a true links test.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow! Thanks for watching our major championship coverage all year long.Chapters0:00 Intro — Smylie's last dispatch from Royal Birkdale2:11 Ryan Fox's Open Championship win, recapped3:25 Cam Young's early charge sets the clubhouse target7:05 Sam Burns' back-nine bogeys + live show bloopers10:11 Scottie, Fleetwood, and Bryson fall out of contention12:40 Fox's decisive back nine and winning approach16:39 Ryan Fox's Swing and Background18:22 Sam Burns' heartache and the "can he close" question20:06 Cam Young29:53 Scottie Scheffler's major-less season, dissected33:36 Scottie's TIO ruling and the Bryson "careless" debate39:14 Rules consistency47:07 Golf's mental game and controlling emotions on tour51:12 Tommy Fleetwood, Si Woo Kim, and Royal Birkdale's true links test59:14 Ryan Gerard and sign-off from Major season!#theopen #golf #ryanfox #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #camyoung #samburns #scottiescheffler

Coming off a wild Friday night with a two-shot penalty assessed to Bryson DeChambeau - and a third round on Saturday where Smylie Kaufman was calling all the action in the Bryson & Sam Burns group - Smylie joins Charlie Hulme to break down all the major storylines on Saturday from Royal Birkdale.SK and CH discuss some pointed comments from Rory McIlroy directed at Bryson, and general player reaction to the fallout from Bryson's penalty ... but while in the middle of that discussion, are joined LIVE by Ryan Gerard, in the second-to-last group on Sunday! Ryan gives us the details on his round with hickory clubs at North Berwick, plus his favorite pizza spots on the road.What will the final score be? Who will hoist the Claret Jug on Sunday? Let us know in the comments, and come right back here tomorrow for a full recap of the 154th Open Championship!

Charlie Hulme and Smylie Kaufman break down a wild Friday at The Open Championship, headlined by Bryson DeChambeau's two-shot penalty for improving his lie in the fescue on the par-4 5th. Smylie was on-site chasing the story in real time — he walks through racing out to the hole, tracking down the actual divot, and simulating Bryson's swing to assess whether the penalty was warranted. The ruling drops Bryson to T5 at 5 under, three back of the lead heading into the weekend.Plus: two Royal Birkdale course records as Lucas Herbert and Sam Burns both card 62s, the tied-lowest round in major championship history; a bigger-picture debate on whether rules enforcement is consistent across the PGA Tour, USGA, and R&A (with the Wyndham Clark, Joaquin Niemann, Jon Rahm, and Sam Burns/Oakmont cases all on the table); real questions about whether Bryson tees it up Saturday; a driver-strategy breakdown comparing Tommy Fleetwood and Jon Rahm's approaches on the 10th hole; and score predictions for the cut line and the weekend leader.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters1:25 Bryson DeChambeau's penalty controversy breaks2:18 Smylie's on-the-ground chase to the 5th hole5:22 Breaking down Bryson's backswing and the fescue lie8:43 Bryson's agent statement and the intent question10:03 Big picture: is rules enforcement consistent across tours?13:37 Would Bryson withdraw from The Open?17:00 Debate: is the two-shot penalty too harsh?22:46 Friday's other big stories: course records & leaderboard23:55 Driver strategy: Tommy Fleetwood vs. Jon Rahm on 1028:45 Cut line prediction, Ryan Gerard shoutout & weekend outlook#brysondechambeau #theopen #smylieshow #golf

Charlie Hulme and Smylie Kaufman break down Round 1 of the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, where Jackson Suber leads at 5-under and Englishman Daniel Brown sits T2 at 4-under. Smylie, who walked all day with the Cam Young–Ludvig Åberg–Wyndham Clark group, dives into how the course shifted from a calm, receptive morning to tough northwest crosswinds in the afternoon, and compares the end-of-day green conditions to Poa annua.Plus: the variety and firmness of Birkdale's turf on display through Tommy Fleetwood, Jordan Spieth, Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy's approach shots, a parallel between Rory and Bryson DeChambeau's rough putting days, Cam Young's near-63 that got away, why the course rewards precision but still leaves room for aggressive drivers, Scottie Scheffler's 93%-fairways 2-under start, Bryson's driver edge in the firm conditions, and the guys' cut line and 36-hole leader predictions.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Round 1 wrap: Jackson Suber leads, Daniel Brown T21:21 Smylie's flushed wedge on No. 72:52 Morning calm to afternoon crosswinds: how Birkdale played5:34 Course variety and firm turf 7:51 Morning vs. afternoon scoring — Cam Young9:24 Who the course favors: precision, aggression, and spinny fescue11:47 Scottie Scheffler's 93% fairways and 2-under start13:26 Bryson's driver advantage and conditions in his favor14:31 Bryson's approach game: the real test comes Friday afternoon15:21 Preview picks recap, cut line and leader predictions#theopen #golf #smylieshow #royalbirkdale

Smylie Kaufman joins Charlie Hulme for a major championship preview edition of The Smylie Show, this time reporting on-site from Royal Birkdale ahead of the 154th Open Championship. Smylie's fresh off practice-round scouting with Scottie Scheffler, Sam Burns and Tommy Fleetwood, and the two break down how a UK heat wave has left the course baked out, brown, and playing firmer and faster than usual — with wind direction doing wild things to distance and club selection all week.Plus: a full hole-by-hole walkthrough of Royal Birkdale using the R&A's course guide and Padraig Harrington's notes on each hole, including the redesigned par-3s and the new 13th where Jordan Spieth made his iconic bogey in 2017. They close it out with contender picks for the week & dark horse names to watch out for.Before all that: Charlie cranks the office heat and a fan to "simulate" Birkdale conditions, and Smylie details a rough night of jet lag getting into town.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro: heat wave banter & simulating Birkdale conditions2:23 Smylie's practice round report (Scheffler, Burns, Fleetwood)3:34 Course strategy: wind, firmness & club selection6:46 UK heat wave, dry conditions & Open Championship ice cream8:36 Hole 110:41 Hole 212:30 Hole 314:48 Hole 417:53 Hole 522:14 Hole 625:00 Hole 726:53 Hole 828:12 Hole 931:57 Hole 1033:52 Hole 1137:08 Hole 1239:18 Hole 1343:06 Hole 1447:15 Hole 1550:43 Hole 1654:14 Hole 1756:06 Hole 1857:28 Course wrap-up: what to watch for at Royal Birkdale59:41 Open Championship picks & dark horses1:09:56 Sign-off & what's coming this week#golf #theopen #royalbirkdale #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golfrecap #pgatour

Fresh off broadcasting the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe, Smylie Kaufman hops in the studio with Charlie Hulme to break down the week in golf before catching a flight overseas for the Open Championship.SK and CH discuss Tom Kim's emotional win at the Genesis Scottish Open — his fourth PGA Tour title as a 24-year-old, but his first in more than 1,000 days. They dig into what's clicked in Tom's game recently, his horse-for-course status at Renaissance Club, and where he stacks up against the rest of the field heading into the final major championship of 2026.We get started, though, with a wild week in Tahoe for Smylie - from dinner with Charles Barkley, to his "GOAT" status in TJ Oshie's yearly baseball beer pong game.Plus - breaking down the end of the fifth-longest made-cut streak in PGA TOUR history, and what that means for Scottie Scheffler in his Open title defense at Royal Birkdale.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!Chapters0:00 Intro2:57 Charlie's ski team days7:11 Teasing Tahoe stories: Larry David & TJ Oshie8:07 TJ Oshie's "baseball" beer pong game, explained12:16 ACC team rosters & Brady Tkachuk's MVP week14:28 Dinner with Charles Barkley & the ACC recovery routine15:47 Larry David's interview, plus Steph Curry/Draymond Green golf talk20:49 Tom Kim wins the Genesis Scottish Open28:24 Tom Kim vs. his 24-year-old contemporaries31:21 LIV pros return to the Scottish Open field33:02 Renaissance Club: the Tom Doak design debate & Rory's take38:23 Scottie Scheffler's historic cut streak ends41:25 PGA Tour Player of the Year race47:19 Open Championship preview: contenders to watch50:16 Rory's game plan for a firm, fast Birkdale#golf #pgatour #scottishopen #tomkim #rorymcilroy #smylieshow #openchampionship

As we head into links golf season, Smylie Kaufman catches up with 2019 Open champion Shane Lowry, fresh off a golf trip spanning England and Ireland. The two cover Shane's 16-year run with Srixon, the tech behind his elite iron play, and his amazing run of holes-in-one (including this year's Masters ace).Plus: the buzz around Portmarnock possibly joining the Open Championship rota, Shane reliving the putt that helped Europe seal the 2025 Ryder Cup, and whether Luke Donald will captain the European side beyond 2027.Charlie then joins to help build the "ultimate 9 holes" of Open Championship golf and some fun rapid-fire questions — everything from a hot-mic moment at St. Andrews to where to find the best pint of Guinness.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!0:00 Intro & Shane's round in Ireland1:45 Irish Open venue debates: Portmarnock & Royal County Down3:51 Playing with Rory & Luke Donald5:13 Smylie's own Ireland golf trip flashback7:44 Shane's 16-year journey with Srixon10:24 How equipment & tech have evolved since 200912:06 Testing the new Srixon RKT driver16:14 Driving accuracy, tee height & the mini driver debate20:50 Shane's ELITE iron play24:18 The absurd list of hole-in-ones26:15 Feel over mechanics: Shane's short-game philosophy30:33 Reliving the Ryder Cup-clinching putt34:18 Will Luke Donald captain again after 2027 at Adare Manor?35:09 Why Europe keeps winning the Ryder Cup38:46 Building the ultimate 9-holes of Open Championship golf45:51 Hot mic moment at St. Andrews47:32 More Q&A#golf #pgatour #shanelowry #openchampionship #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

SPOILER ALERT 🚨 If you havent watched the final round of YGT’s first event.Smylie Kaufman welcomes his former LSU teammate and PGA Tour pro John Peterson to the show, who stepped in as a last-minute wildcard for Wesley Bryan's team at Your Golf Tour's Pursell Farms opener. JP walks through his 48 hours inside the tour (cabin life with Michael Block and Ben Hadden, the wildcard draft format, just how good these YouTube pros actually hit it) and gives a hole-by-hole recap of the singles match that decided his team's fate in the finale, dropping the same day as this episode.Plus: revisiting JP's famous 2011 quote that top amateurs could beat top pros — and why he thinks the last 15 years proved him right — Brad Dalke's eye-opening runner-up week on the DP World Tour, life after pro golf running his Westoplex Garage door company, relaunching a YouTube channel of his own, the reality of YGT's camera-heavy production, and a Ryder Cup detour on why Europe's team-selection system might just be better than ours.And perhaps most importantly: JP tells the story of the buffalo burger (and cheese ball tub) that welcomed a 148-pound freshman named Smylie Kaufman to LSU during a football game against UNC (bait which Charlie could not resist taking to set the record straight on the 2010 Tar Heels team).Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!0:00 Intro: JP's many identities — LSU, PGA Tour, YGT, podcast, garage doors1:42 The wildcard call that got him into Your Golf Tour2:21 JP's bio and life after pro golf4:25 Revisiting JP's 2011 "amateurs can beat pros" quote, 15 years later8:09 JP's skepticism about YouTube golf — and what changed his mind11:01 Meeting the crew and cabin life at Pursell Farms12:51 JP's take on the YGT format and how good the players really are14:16 Recapping his singles match vs. Ben Hadden, hole-by-hole18:39 Brad Dalke's big week on the DP World Tour21:09 Looking back on "For the People" and why the podcast ended23:10 Relaunching a YouTube channel with Killeen Bryan26:20 Behind-the-scenes of YGT: camera crews and on-course rules28:46 The LSU buffalo burger story36:23 The Coach O / Sam Burns Ryder Cup story38:56 Ryder Cup selection: US vs. Europe's system41:38 Planning a TSS golf collab, the buffalo burger bogey game & sign-off#YGT #youtubegolf #smylieshow #pgatour #smyliekaufman #bryanbros #granthorvat

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back from a very #America250 Fourth of July weekend to break down a wild finish at the John Deere Classic, as Chris Gotterup's Sunday 62 was good enough to earn a THIRD win on the PGA TOUR this season. They dig into Gotterup's remarkable year (four wins in the last 365 days, matched only by Scottie Scheffler), his Rutgers-to-Oklahoma journey, and why he might be the most well-rounded young American on tour. Plus: Max Homa's solo-second week with new caddie John Ellis, what the 2028 Championship Series/Challenger Series restructuring means for events like John Deere, Rory McIlroy's 15-event exemption situation, a loaded Scottish Open field with some LIV Golf headliners in Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, and the debate around golf content creators skipping the mini-tour grind.Before all that: Smylie's neck gives out mid-round playing with Steven Spieth, and Charlie discovers the secret to fixing his golf game — playing with 12 clubs.Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and follow us on socials @thesmylieshow!0:00 Intro & 4th of July weekend catch-up2:14 Smylie's neck injury 6:07 Charlie's golf slump — fixed by carrying 12 clubs10:18 Chris Gotterup's final-round 62 wins the John Deere Classic13:11 Why Gotterup is one of the next great young Americans17:12 Gotterup's shot-shaping 26:10 Max Homa's runner-up week and the John Ellis caddie effect30:17 The John Deere Classic's future under the 2028 tour restructuring40:03 Gotterup's emotional win and golf's need for storylines43:08 Rory McIlroy's 15-event exemption, explained46:24 Scottish Open preview: Rahm, Hatton & LIV golfers in the field52:26 UK heat wave and Open Championship conditions53:18 Brad Dalke's DP World Tour week and the YouTube-vs-grind debate58:59 Sign-off & what's coming this week#golf #pgatour #golfrecap #chrisgotterup #smylieshow 

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme sit down with coaching legend Butch Harmon — the man behind Tiger Woods, Greg Norman, Dustin Johnson, Tommy Fleetwood, and more. Butch shares his take on Scottie Scheffler (he compares him to Jack Nicklaus, not Tiger), breaks down Rory McIlroy's raw talent, and explains what separates the best ball-strikers in the world.The conversation covers the equipment rollback debate, Jose Maria Olazabal's 9-club proposal, coaching Tiger through the 1997–98 swing change, and Dustin Johnson spending 3.5 years learning to hit a fade.Then Charlie launches "Butch Harmon Story Time" — the Corvette on 17 Mile Drive at Cypress Point, caddying at the Alfred Dunhill Links, Tiger threading a driver through a range bay door at Rio Seco, and a live Sky Sports moment Butch will never live down.Subscribe for new episodes every week and follow @thesmylieshow on all socials ⛳️CHAPTERS0:00 Intro0:58 Travelers Championship Recap2:20 Scottie Scheffler & Jack Nicklaus7:15 Butch's Coaching Philosophy12:59 Tommy Fleetwood & the Nine Wood16:25 Equipment & the Rollback Debate21:38 Olazabal's 9-Club Idea23:10 Tiger's Nine Shots26:05 Butch Harmon School of Golf28:46 Story Time with Butch41:20 Tiger at Rio Secco44:27 Coaching Tiger's Swing46:18 DJ Learns to Fade49:00 Tom Watson at Turnberry52:12 Smylie's Swing Analysis#smylieshow #pgatour #golf #tigerwoods #scottiescheffler 

Fresh off the course at TPC River Highlands on Monday morning - following yet another incredible week of fan support at the Travelers Championship (including some traveling Norwegian World Cup fans!), Smylie Kaufman hops in the car to the airport to join Charlie Hulme as they recap Viktor Hovland’s playoff win over Scottie Scheffler.Smylie talks about the atmosphere on-site, the evolution of Viktor’s swing mechanics the past few years, and why Scottie’s ball-striking continues to amaze 🤯Enjoy the quick recap and stay tuned for more content soon as we begin to look ahead at the fourth and final major championship of 2026!#golf #travelers #recap #viktorhovland #scottiescheffler #pgatour #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme react to the PGA TOUR’s newly announced 2028 competitive structure, including the Championship Series, Challenger Series, promotion and relegation, minimum purse changes, no sponsor exemptions in top-tier events, and a revamped fall “last chance” series.The guys break down what this means for players, sponsors, fans, Korn Ferry Tour graduates, DP World Tour pathways, and the future of the FedExCup Playoffs — including the possibility of a rotating, match-play Tour Championship at some of golf’s most iconic venues.CHAPTERS00:00:57 — PGA TOUR’s 2028 shakeup00:02:23 — Smylie’s first reaction to Brian Rolapp’s plan00:04:52 — Why the two-tier model makes sense00:07:08 — What it means for players and purses00:13:26 — Can stars still play hometown events?00:15:17 — Midseason promotion and smaller fields00:18:18 — Why schedule clarity matters00:24:19 — Is this better for mid-tier PGA TOUR players?00:28:36 — No sponsor exemptions in Championship Series00:31:39 — “Last chance” fall series explained00:38:40 — Match play and the future playoffs00:42:58 — Pine Valley, Cypress Point, Seminole rumors00:49:23 — Could elite private clubs actually host?00:53:18 — Why match play can work anywhere00:55:36 — Why 2027 suddenly matters more#golf #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #pgatour #pgatournews #golfrecap #golfhighlights

Wright Thompson joins The Smylie Show to discuss his new ESPN series Where It Lies, including Episode 3 featuring Augusta's beloved municipal golf course, The Patch.Wright shares stories from Augusta, St. Andrews, municipal golf around America, and why golf courses create communities unlike any other place. The conversation explores the soul of the game, the importance of public golf, junior development, unforgettable golf characters, and why golf remains stronger than all the forces trying to commercialize it.Plus, Wright reflects on years covering The Open Championship, his favorite golf destinations, and the relationships that make golf special.Subscribe to The Smylie Show and follow our socials @thesmylieshow for more PGA TOUR analysis, player insight, and weekly golf conversation. ⛳️ 📺00:00:18 Intro00:01:30 Wright Thompson & ESPN's "Where It Lies"00:03:30 The Patch & Augusta's Municipal Golf Revival00:07:15 The Characters That Make Munis Special00:11:10 Wright's Daughter Falls in Love with Golf00:14:30 Legendary Clubhouse Meals & Open Championship Stories00:16:45 Why Golf Communities Feel Different00:20:00 The Difference Between Loving Golf & Selling Golf00:22:45 Future Stars, Local Legends & Muni Lore00:24:30 The Blue Foot Creative Process00:27:30 Wright's Municipal Golf Mount Rushmore00:31:05 Ole Miss vs LSU & SEC Football00:34:00 Final Thoughts#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #wrightthompson #golfchannel

Wyndham Clark is a two-time U.S. Open champion.Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the final round from Shinnecock Hills, where Clark survived a chaotic Sunday, a charging Sam Burns, a final pairing with Scottie Scheffler, and a hostile New York crowd to claim his second major championship.Smylie was inside the ropes with the final group all day and breaks down the shots that decided the championship: Scottie’s slow start, Wyndham’s short-game saves, the massive birdie at 16, Sam Burns’ near-misses on 17 and 18, and how Shinnecock Hills played across four demanding rounds.The guys also debate the course setup, fan behavior toward Wyndham Clark, what this win means for his legacy, the leaderboard names who made a jump, and Rory McIlroy skipping the Travelers.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome from Shinnecock01:55 Smylie inside the final group06:09 Scottie’s Sunday start10:47 Wyndham’s early battle13:18 The key moment at No. 519:00 Wyndham and Scottie at 1020:40 Why No. 11 is elite23:27 Sam Burns makes his charge27:46 Wyndham’s huge break at 1629:07 Did Shinnecock get the setup right?36:03 Fan treatment of Wyndham Clark50:01 Leaderboard quick hitters57:11 Rory skips Travelers01:03:40 Final thoughts from U.S. Open week#golf #usopen #wyndhamclark #golfrecap #smylieshow 

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are on-site at 18th green at Shinnecock Hills - with the historic clubhouse as a backdrop - to recap Round 3 of the U.S. Open, where Wyndham Clark built a commanding six-shot lead heading into Sunday.The two break down Wyndham’s clutch putting, his massive eagle on 16, and how the wind and course setup shaped Moving Day at Shinnecock. Smylie and Charlie also discuss the blockbuster final group pairing alongside Scottie Scheffler, and what Scottie needs to do in order to mount a comeback and win a career Grand Slam.Plus, TSS producer Jaxon Brown joins from behind the camera with boots-on-the-ground thoughts on Theegala/Burns group, spectator vibes, and the best shots he saw Saturday.And stay tuned for our full recap tomorrow night from the 126th U.S. Open!CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome from 18 green at Shinnecock02:19 Wyndham’s clutch putting clinic04:36 The eagle shot that may define the tournament06:24 Wind, firmness, and Shinnecock’s brutal setup08:26 Sunday pressure: Wyndham vs. Scottie11:34 Did Wyndham benefit from the draw?12:55 Scottie’s Grand Slam chase, birthday & Father’s Day14:16 Jaxon joins from behind the camera15:15 Sahith Theegala and Sam Burns’ boring-good golf16:14 On-site crowd vibes at Shinnecock17:41 Wire-to-wire U.S. Open trivia20:21 SK Fit Check: Keith Mitchell vs. Justin Thomas21:31 Final predictions for Sunday#golf #usopen #shinnecock #wyndhamclark #scottiescheffler #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

From the bleachers at the 16th green, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme rehash the second day of play at Shinnecock Hills - with a leading score of 7-under halfway through the U.S. Open.Was the setup too easy? Will it get harder this weekend? We read some differences of opinion on that topic from several players near the top of the leaderboard, plus Smylie's thoughts on the Saturday and Sunday setup.Plus - we discuss Joaquin Niemann's two-shot penalty for throwing a sand wedge + missed cuts for Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau.Check out our conversation with tournament leader Wyndham Clark on Monday: https://youtu.be/vkSIcRM1U0IAnd stay tuned for weekend recaps at the 126th U.S. Open!CHAPTERS:0:00 Day 2 Complete at Shinnecock1:01 T-Mobile Range Cast Trivia2:22 Joaquin Niemann's Wild Penalty & Recovery5:04 Will the USGA Firm Up Shinnecock?7:35 Is This Playing More Like an Open Championship?9:53 Matt Fitzpatrick's Ridiculous Short Game11:14 Wyndham Clark Takes Command14:18 Xander Schauffele Looming15:33 Smylie's Inside-the-Ropes Scottie Story17:58 The Great Hot Dog Debate20:10 Rahm, Bryson & Major Missed Cuts22:27 Weekend Predictions at Shinnecock#USOPEN #Shinnecock #wyndhamclark #scottiescheffler #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

Fresh off a shot out of the fescue on the 9th hole at Shinnecock Hills, Smylie Kaufman pops into the first hole bleachers to recap Thursday at the U.S. Open alongside Charlie Hulme.Weather was the biggest factor in round one - in the form of a two-hour fog delay, and afternoon wind being less severe than expected. Wyndham Clark raced out to a four-shot lead on the strength of exceptional approach play and putting - something he discussed on the show earlier this week: https://youtu.be/vkSIcRM1U0IThe guys discuss why the Shinnecock setup erred so far on the side of caution, and how much room the USGA has to push the course as we look ahead to the weekend.Stay tuned for more daily recaps from the 126th U.S. Open!CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro + T-Mobile at Shinnecock03:04 Did the USGA get the setup right?06:03 Why putting mattered more than expected10:17 Wyndham Clark's dominant opening round12:18 AM vs PM wave advantage discussion13:14 Rory, Scottie & key Day 1 storylines14:28 Keith Mitchell's wild 41–29 round15:23 Ludvig Åberg's putting turnaround17:40 Final thoughts + Day 2 outlook#golf #usopen #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golfchannel #shinnecock #WyndhamClark

The guys are on site for another major championship - broadcasting from the T-Mobile Benefits Hub on the 1st hole at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club!Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme begin with a full breakdown of the current course conditions, and how the setup has changed since the last time Shinnecock hosted the U.S. Open in 2018.Wyndham Clark then joins the show to discuss his current form, some key swing and gear changes he's made this year, and whether Smylie's hot dog condiments are acceptable or bizarre.Smylie and Charlie close the show by profiling some of the favorites in the field, and making their picks to win.Join us all week long for coverage presented by T-Mobile, the Official 5G Network Partner of the USGA!CHAPTERS:0:00 — Hot Dog Controversy at Shinnecock 🌭4:01 — T-Mobile & U.S. Open Week at Shinnecock8:05 — How Shinnecock Hills Will Play11:24 — Wind, Green Speeds & USGA Setup Concerns16:16 — Surviving the Fescue & Missing Fairways19:25 — Building the Winning U.S. Open Player Profile28:02 — Wyndham Clark Joins the Show30:36 — Why Shinnecock Is Such a Brutal Test32:30 — Wyndham's Swing Changes & Recent Form35:02 — Putter Experiments, Equipment & Confidence39:10 — Comparing Himself to His 2023 U.S. Open Victory42:21 — The Mental Challenges of Professional Golf43:46 — Wyndham Weighs In on the Hot Dog Debate46:39 — Scottie Scheffler's Grand Slam Opportunity54:42 — Rory McIlroy's Chances at Shinnecock1:02:30 — Tommy Fleetwood, Patrick Reed & Other Contenders1:09:45 — Final Picks, Winning Score & Bold Predictions#USOPEN #Shinnecock #Smylieshow #smyliekaufman #wyndhamclark #scottiescheffler #rorymcilroy #pgatour #golf

Golf Channel analyst and former PGA Tour winner Arron Oberholser joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme to swap incredible Tour stories, break down Scottie Scheffler's current swing, and preview the upcoming U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.Arron tells the unbelievable story of winning a tournament after bending his putter and using a wedge on the greens, shares old-school short game techniques that today's players rarely use, explains why Scottie's iron play may not be quite as sharp as we're accustomed to seeing, and gives his thoughts on who could surprise at the next major championship.Plus: California golf memories, equipment stories, Ryder Cup debates, and more!Subscribe to The Smylie Show and follow our socials @thesmylieshow for more PGA TOUR analysis, player insight, and weekly golf conversation. ⛳️ 📺CHAPTERS00:00 Arron Oberholser joins the show01:40 The Futura putter and Pebble Beach memories03:20 Winning a tournament with a borrowed putter05:30 Putting with a wedge during competition08:00 Old-school short game techniques12:00 The Paul Runyan shot around the greens13:10 Classic wedges, equipment and short-game talk15:00 Learning different grasses and golf conditions20:00 Memorial Tournament discussion20:30 Memorial's 12th hole vs Augusta's 12th23:20 Scottie Scheffler swing analysis32:20 Early U.S. Open thoughts at Shinnecock37:30 Dark horse picks for the U.S. Open40:15 Ryder Cup brothers debate#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #usopen #smyliekaufman #scottiescheffler #shinnecock

With 33 holes played already on Sunday at Muirfield Village, it took J.T. Poston two more to emerge victorious, punching his ticket to Shinnecock Hills (and avoiding another 36 holes on Golf’s Longest Day) in the process. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the week at Memorial, and Poston’s journey back to the winner’s circle.Smylie was on-site at Jack’s Place and gives his perspective on how Poston found something special with his ball striking and putter, why Ryan Gerard’s putting turnaround is elevating his ceiling, and how brutal Muirfield Village played before the weekend rain softened the golf course.The guys also discuss Scottie Scheffler’s viral frustration at the 16th hole, Wyndham Clark’s form heading toward the U.S. Open, Golf’s Longest Day, Nelly Korda’s first U.S. Women’s Open win at Riviera, the future of mixed men’s/women’s golf events, and the latest LIV Golf reporting.Subscribe to The Smylie Show and follow our socials @thesmylieshow for more PGA TOUR analysis, player insight, and weekly golf conversation. ⛳️ 📺CHAPTERS00:00 Remembering Bryce Adair04:22 JT Poston wins the Memorial in a playoff06:23 How Poston found his game again12:47 Ryan Gerard’s putting breakthrough16:40 Why Ryan Gerard is so fun to watch19:30 Muirfield Village’s wild difficulty swing24:46 Augusta 12th vs. Memorial 12th27:47 Scottie Scheffler’s viral caddie frustration35:40 Wyndham Clark, Eric Cole and U.S. Open form39:25 Golf’s Longest Day preview42:43 Alex Fitzpatrick’s broken driver shaft47:18 Nelly Korda wins the U.S. Women’s Open52:36 Why Riviera elevated the women’s game56:24 Should men and women play more mixed events?60:41 LIV Golf reports and future schedule questions66:35 New Smylie Show merch#golf #pgatour #nellykorda #jtposton #ryangerard #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

Josh Gregory has spent decades developing elite golfers, from NCAA champions to PGA TOUR winners. In this episode, Josh joins Smylie to discuss his coaching philosophy, his years leading championship college programs, and what separates players who make it from those who don't.They revisit stories from coaching Bryson DeChambeau and Patrick Reed, discuss Jackson Koivun's future, and break down the mental traits shared by great players. Josh also walks through real short-game scenarios while analyzing footage of Taylor Moore, Pierceson Coody and JJ Spaun, explaining how lie conditions, bunker shots, grain, bounce and technique affect decision-making around the greens.Plus, discussions on NIL, college golf, PGA TOUR U, and the changing pathway to professional golf.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro: Josh Gregory Joins TSS01:24 Coaching Philosophy & Life Lessons05:02 What Makes Future Tour Stars Different?09:35 Recruiting & Coaching Bryson DeChambeau17:15 Short Game Philosophy20:20 Reading Lies & Into-The-Grain Pitch Shots27:14 Bunker Play: Firm vs Soft Sand33:00 Patrick Reed's Unique Short Game Technique36:12 JJ Spaun's Short Game Transformation41:38 College Golf vs Turning Pro46:38 Building the Ideal Amateur Wedge Setup50:00 Final Thoughts#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #Brysondechambeau #patrickreed #jjspaun #smyliekaufman #joshgregory

The PGA TOUR's reported 2027 schedule is beginning to take shape, and there could be major implications for players, tournaments, sponsors, and fans.Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down the latest reporting from Sports Business Journal's Josh Carpenter, discuss the disappearance of Hawaii from the opening stretch of the season, debate new tournament dates, and analyze how the TOUR's proposed two-track system could reshape professional golf beginning in 2028.The conversation also turns toward LIV Golf, recent reports surrounding the league's business operations, and whether future cooperation between the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour, and LIV could eventually emerge.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro
04:18 Summer of Cotton & ridiculous golf challenge ideas
06:53 PGA TOUR schedule news arrives
08:29 Renaming PGA TOUR events
18:47 Breaking down the reported 2027 schedule
23:14 Why Texas events needed separation
25:03 Concerns about Valspar's new date
30:10 PGA TOUR's proposed 2028 structure
33:22 What Track 1 vs. Track 2 could look like
43:44 Could the PGA TOUR buy LIV Golf?
48:15 Future media rights & streaming opportunities
56:13 What happens next for pro golf?#golf #pgatour #liv #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golf #pgatour #livgolf #smylieshow

Smylie Kaufman joins Charlie Hulme from the Denver airport after a weekend at Pebble Beach to recap Russell Henley’s dramatic win at the Charles Schwab Challenge - and, of course, his own play on the Monterey Peninsula.Henley closed birdie-birdie-birdie at Colonial to force a playoff with Eric Cole, then made one more birdie on the first extra hole to win the Charles Schwab Challenge. Smylie and Charlie break down Henley’s clutch putting, Eric Cole’s latest near-miss in search of his first PGA TOUR win, why Colonial rewards elite ball-striking and accuracy, and strong weeks from Ryan Gerard, Ben Griffin, and J.J. Spaun.The guys also look ahead to the Memorial Tournament and the U.S. Open, with Smylie identifying players he wants to see trending before the next major.Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ and don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe!Chapter Timestamps00:00 — Smylie checks in from the Denver airport00:49 — Smylie lets the “big dog eat” at Pebble Beach02:42 — Pebble Beach U.S. Open prep + the new 18th-hole tree05:35 — Smylie’s wild 3-iron from the fairway bunker on 1808:32 — Russell Henley beats Eric Cole in a Colonial playoff09:39 — Why Colonial is such a great fit for Henley10:26 — Henley’s clutch closing stretch and playoff birdie11:40 — Ryan Gerard, Ben Griffin, and other Colonial contenders14:12 — Looking ahead to Memorial and the U.S. Open16:53 — Charlie’s mustache debate + TSS hat soft launch#golf #pgatour #golfhighlights #golfrecap #thesmylieshow #russellhenley

Golf Digest’s Shane Ryan joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme fresh off the PGA Championship to unpack one of the strangest stories of major week: Garrick Higgo’s “late, but on time” tee-time penalty — and Shane’s now-viral follow-up question that cut straight through the confusion.From there, the conversation turns into a wide-ranging look at the modern PGA Championship: finding an identity in the wake of the move from August to May, whether Aronimink produced a fair major test, expectations for PGA Frisco next year, and what makes this championship feel so unique to the Masters, U.S. Open, and Open Championship.Shane also dives deep into the Ryder Cup, where he breaks down why Jim Furyk may actually be the right pick for Team USA, why Luke Donald and Europe continue to operate with such an edge, and whether the Americans are still searching for a system that can finally match Europe’s continuity.Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ and don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe!Chapters00:00 Shane Ryan joins The Smylie Show00:39 Garrick Higgo’s viral “late, but on time” moment03:08 What is the PGA Championship’s identity now?08:50 Was Aronimink a fair major test?13:53 Shane’s ideal PGA Championship setup16:23 Why PGA Frisco has pressure on it20:40 How PGA crowds compare to other majors21:11 Jim Furyk, Luke Donald & Ryder Cup leadership26:45 Why Team USA’s Ryder Cup job is so hard30:40 Europe’s Ryder Cup system vs. America’s chaos32:26 Biggest Ryder Cup captain snubs34:21 Could Luke Donald captain forever?#golf #pgatour #rydercup #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap Wyndham Clark’s win at the CJ CUP Byron Nelson, where Clark closed with a final-round 60 to reach 30-under par and win by three over Si Woo Kim — despite TPC Craig Ranch’s much-discussed renovation. They break down why an unusual weather week in Dallas - with soft conditions and no wind - still kept the course vulnerable to low scoring.Smylie and Charlie also dive into Blades Brown earning PGA TOUR Special Temporary Membership, the pros and cons of chasing Korn Ferry Tour status versus PGA TOUR starts, Bryson DeChambeau’s comments about possibly choosing content creation over professional golf, and the latest reports that LIV Golf is pitching a reduced 10-event international schedule while seeking new investment.Follow us on socials @thesmylieshow ⛳️ and don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe!CHAPTERS:00:00 Weekend golf recap + Charlie’s Biltmore Forest trip05:00 Smylie’s 16-man game at Vestavia06:00 The yellow ball game explained12:00 TPC Craig Ranch renovation reaction14:15 Why 30-under still happened17:00 Zoysia, Bermuda, soft conditions + course setup21:50 Wyndham Clark’s win and putting heater27:15 Why Wyndham could be dangerous again31:00 Wyndham’s mental reset after Oakmont34:36 Blades Brown earns Special Temporary Membership36:15 How Blades should manage his schedule40:20 Blades Brown vs. the college golf route44:22 Why college golf and pro golf are so different51:52 Bryson DeChambeau’s content creator comments
56:10 Bryson, LIV money, and what comes next
01:05:48 LIV’s reported 10-event future
01:12:22 Closing thoughts#golf #pgatour #LIV #Bryson #bladesbrown #smyliekaufman #smylieshow

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are back from a long week at the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club, where Aaron Rai captured his first major championship in one of the more unpredictable PGA Championships in recent memory. Smylie and Charlie break down why Rai’s precision and consistency were such a perfect fit for the setup, what made Aronimink play so uniquely, and which players left Philadelphia with momentum heading into the summer stretch.The guys also discuss Jon Rahm, Justin Thomas, Cam Smith, Ludvig Åberg and more, before diving into the latest reporting surrounding LIV Golf’s financial future, potential restructuring, and what it could mean for players and professional golf moving forward. Plus: behind-the-scenes stories from PGA week, Smylie’s “Live From” shot recreations, cheesesteak rankings, summer golf apparel debates, and plenty more.Don’t forget to like, comment & subscribe for more golf insights, and follow our socials: @thesmylieshow 📺00:00 Intro + Smylie leaves his laptop in Philly03:30 Philadelphia cheesesteak rankings06:00 Behind the scenes of NBC “Live From” shot recreations11:15 Smylie compares himself to Kyle Schwarber12:45 PGA week stories17:00 “Summer of Cotton”20:20 Aaron Rai wins the PGA Championship24:45 Which players gained momentum at Aronimink?28:15 Why Aronimink played so differently34:40 Aaron Rai “Rai Guys” merch concept37:25 Justin Thomas, Jon Rahm & LIV players trending up39:10 Latest LIV Golf financial reports explained48:20 What LIV uncertainty could mean for players56:00 PGA TOUR schedule changes & future tour structure1:02:00 Final thoughts from PGA Championship week#golf #pgatour #LIVgolf #jonrahm #aaronrai #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

After three days at Aronimink produced one of the most bunched leaderboards in major history, Aaron Rai emerged victorious on Sunday. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down how Rai separated himself with clutch shots down the stretch in pressure situations.Smylie and Charlie also dive into why Aronimink proved to be such a difficult test, how course strategy shaped the leaderboard, and what to make of strong weeks from Jon Rahm, Justin Thomas, Ludvig Åberg, Cam Smith, Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele. Plus, Charlie shares what he saw in person during Rory’s fan interaction, and the guys debate the identity of the PGA Championship going forward.Thanks for joining The Smylie Show at the PGA Championship presented by T-Mobile, all week from Aronimink Golf Club!Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more golf insight! 00:00 Aaron Rai wins the PGA Championship03:38 Rai’s incredible bunker shot on 1304:17 The key decision on 1510:07 Rai’s perfect tee shot on 1613:47 The putt on 17 that ended it17:48 Broomstick putter debate begins19:52 Why players respect Aaron Rai24:35 Was Aronimink a fair major test?33:40 The identity of the PGA Championship37:11 Charlie’s Rory fan rant40:18 Jon Rahm’s strong major week45:32 Justin Thomas, Ludvig Åberg, Cam Smith & Rory52:43 Wrapping up a great major week#tmobile #golf #golfrecap #pgachampionship #aaronrai #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme LIVE FROM ARONIMINK at T-Mobile Club Magenta!Recapping all the round three action from a Wild Friday in Newtown Square, PA!#golf #smylieshow #golfrecap #smyliekaufman

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme LIVE FROM ARONIMINK at T-Mobile Club Magenta!Recapping all the day two action from a Wild Friday in Newtown Square, PA!#golf #smylieshow #golfrecap #smyliekaufman

Join Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme for our day 1 recap LIVE from Aronimink!The fellas breakdown the leaderboard, how the course played, and more, LIVE from T-Mobile Club Magenta #TMobile #Smylieshow #golf #aronimink #pgachampionship #smyliekaufman #scottiescheffler 

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are on site in Philadelphia for the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink, breaking down the course, the conditions, and the players best suited to contend for the Wanamaker Trophy.But first! A quick chat about their studio for the day at Cobbs Creek. Check out the exciting project in the works that could turn into a PGA TOUR venue while supporting educational opportunities for children in Philadelphia at cobbscreek.org.The guys discuss why Aronimink could favor long hitters, how soft conditions and patchy rough may impact scoring, the ongoing debate around tree removal in modern course restorations, and which stars they like most this week — including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Cam Young, Rickie Fowler, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Xander Schauffele and more. Plus, they close with a recap of their round at Trout National.Stay tuned for more from Aronimink GC, all week! Like, comment and subscribe for more golf insight ⛳️Chapter Timestamps00:00 Welcome to Philadelphia02:40 Cobbs Creek and Philly golf history08:45 Aronimink PGA Championship preview10:55 Why bombers may dominate this week14:39 Rory: “bash driver and figure it out”19:29 Jon Rahm and the tree debate26:25 Comparing Aronimink to Oakmont29:05 The ideal player profile this week31:51 Rickie, JT, Jordan & the Spring Break crew38:00 Scottie Scheffler’s PGA outlook40:13 Cam Young, Bryson & LIV contenders47:32 Xander, Fleetwood & final picks56:48 Trout National recap01:03:39 Jaxon survives Trout National01:05:59 Smylie cashes the under#pgachampionship #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #aronimink #golf #pgatour #golfpicks

Gil Hanse joins Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme for a deep dive on Aronimink Golf Club ahead of the 2026 PGA Championship, which begins May 14 at Donald Ross’s restored Philadelphia-area classic. Hanse explains what makes Aronimink so unique among Ross designs, from its clusters of small bunkers to its bold green complexes, and how his restoration work with Jim Wagner brought the course closer to its original 1920s character.The crew also discusses tree removal, Philadelphia golf architecture, Cobbs Creek, the 2018 BMW Championship won by Keegan Bradley, and why firm greens, thick rough, and wind could make Aronimink a serious test for the best players in the world. The 2026 PGA Championship is scheduled for May 14–17 at Aronimink.Don’t forget to like, comment & subscribe for more golf insights, and follow our socials: @thesmylieshow 📺00:00 Gil Hanse joins to preview Aronimink01:20 What Donald Ross did differently at Aronimink04:49 Restoring the course’s original bunker character07:33 Why tree removal changed the look of Aronimink10:26 Cobbs Creek and Philadelphia golf architecture13:43 How Aronimink played in the 2018 BMW Championship14:56 What could make Aronimink tough for the PGA Championship17:18 Gil Hanse makes his PGA Championship pick#Golf #GilHanse #Aronimink #TheSmylieShow #PGAChampionship

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap Kristoffer Reitan's first win on the PGA Tour at the Truist Championship, Rickie Fowler’s Sunday run and recent form, Quail Hollow’s crispy greens, plus - over/under score predictions for their Monday round at Trout National.Make sure to like, comment & subscribe for more golf insight ⛳️ 📺#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #golfhighlights #golfrecap #pgachampionship

Keegan Bradley joins Smylie Kaufman for a deep dive into his 2026 season, the Ryder Cup, and the adjustments that have helped him trend back into form. From separating “player vs. captain” mindset to overhauling his chipping technique, Keegan shares detailed insight into what’s changed in his game and why he believes elite short game is non-negotiable at the top level.Then, with exclusive flyover footage, Keegan walks hole-by-hole through Aronimink Golf Club—site of the upcoming PGA Championship and where he won in 2018. The trio breaks down strategy on every hole, key scoring stretches, and why precision iron play and short game will ultimately decide the championship.Don’t forget to like, comment & subscribe for more golf insights, and follow our socials: @thesmylieshow 📺CHAPTERS:00:00 Keegan Bradley Joins TSS02:10 ’25 & ’26 Seasons + Ryder Cup05:00 St. John’s & Early Career09:10 Breakthrough + Srixon Deal14:30 Srixon Z-STAR Diamond16:00 Chipping Overhaul20:05 Cleveland RTZ Wedges22:45 Aronimink Preview23:13 Hole 124:20 Hole 226:30 Hole 327:50 Hole 429:03 Hole 530:09 Hole 631:10 Hole 735:20 Hole 838:50 Hole 940:53 Hole 1042:10 Hole 1144:10 Hole 1245:30 Hole 1347:18 Hole 1448:30 Hole 1550:00 Hole 1651:45 Hole 1753:00 Hole 1855:40 Favorite Srixon/Cleveland Clubs?01:00:00 Final Questions/Wrap-Up#golf #pgatour #pgachampionship #smylieshow #keeganbradley

Cam Young continues his breakout season with another dominant win, solidifying himself among the game’s elite alongside Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Matt Fitzpatrick. Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down what’s fueling Young’s rise, how the Cadillac Championship played at Doral, and the bigger questions surrounding PGA TOUR signature events moving forward.Then, The Athletic’s Brody Miller joins for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving LIV Golf situation — from funding uncertainty to what a restructured league could look like, and what it means for players like Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau. A must-listen conversation on where the professional game could be heading next.Don’t forget to like, comment & subscribe for more golf insights, and follow our socials: @thesmylieshow 📺CHAPTERS00:00 Intro – Rooftop chaos & show preview02:30 Cam Young’s dominant win at Doral05:30 Cadillac Championship conditions & fan turnout08:00 Signature events debate (field size, scheduling)11:00 Cam Young’s stats, putting & mental breakthrough14:30 Fitzpatrick vs Cam Young – rise to elite tier17:30 PGA Championship preview w/ Keegan Bradley insights20:00 Adam Scott resurgence & Cam Young rules moment23:30 Interview begins – Brody Miller joins30:00 LIV Golf turning point: peak leverage to collapse38:00 LIV business model, funding & future structure48:00 What happens to Rahm, Bryson & player contracts57:00 Final thoughts – what LIV could become next#golf #pgatour #LIVgolf #smylieshow #golfrecap #golfhighlights #smyliekaufman