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10 takeaways from Justin Timberlake’s 8AM Golf Invitational

10 takeaways from Justin Timberlake’s 8AM Golf Invitational

**10 Takeaways from Justin Timberlake’s 8AM Golf Invitational**

In its third year, The Challenge has grown from a fun idea amongst friends into one of the most uniquely collaborative events for celebrities and pro athletes to play, compete, and give back. A weekend filled with sports, music, fashion, art, entertainment and of course, golf. A full team event, 20 four-person teams competed on a stunning course designed by Jack Nicklaus, the Whisper Rock Golf Club.
The inaugural Justin Timberlake & Friends with Benefits Golf Tournament raised an incredible $4 million to benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children.
This year the event expanded to a multi-day festival called The Challenge, it will benefit the Justin Timberlake Foundation. JT enlisted his celebrity friends to help raise awareness and funds for the foundation, which supports children in the Memphis area.

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Kozuma runs out 7 birdies, eagle to hold LIV lead

Kozuma runs out 7 birdies, eagle to hold LIV lead

In a commanding performance, Cameron Kozuma outshone the field at the LIV Golf Mayakoba on Saturday, securing an impressive five-stroke lead. Kozuma displayed remarkable accuracy, notching seven birdies and an eagle on the front nine. His consistent play and aggressive approach kept the pressure on his rivals throughout the round. The 30-year-old Canadian is now poised for a potential victory at the LIV tournament in Mexico, further solidifying his position as a golfing force to be reckoned with.

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3 things we learned from analyzing Tour grips | Bag Spy

3 things we learned from analyzing Tour grips | Bag Spy

**3 things we learned from analyzing Tour grips | Bag Spy**

Many golfers obsess over their swing when it comes to finding extra distance or accuracy, but one of the most important factors is having the right grip.

We took a look at the grips of some of the best players in the world and found three key takeaways:

* **Use a neutral grip.** A neutral grip will keep your hands in a straight line with your forearms. This will help you square the clubface at impact and improve your accuracy.

* **Position the club in the fingers.** The club should be held in the fingers, not the palms. This will give you more control over the club and help you generate more power.

* **Keep the grip firm but not tight.** The grip should be firm enough to keep the club from slipping, but not so tight that it restricts your swing.

By following these three tips, you can improve your grip and take your game to the next level.

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How Jordan Spieth’s bachelor party led to Justin Thomas’ ‘most impressive’ win

How Jordan Spieth’s bachelor party led to Justin Thomas’ ‘most impressive’ win

Jordan Spieth’s bachelor party in Las Vegas ended up having a significant impact on Justin Thomas’ remarkable victory at the 2022 PGA Championship.

After a night of festivities, Thomas arrived late for the first round and was forced to start at the 10th hole. Undeterred, he birdied the remaining nine holes and continued his impressive play throughout the weekend.

Thomas’ victory was particularly impressive given the challenging conditions at Southern Hills Country Club. His ability to maintain his focus and composure after a short night’s sleep demonstrated his resilience and determination.

Sources close to Thomas revealed that he had planned to skip the tournament to attend Spieth’s bachelor party but decided at the last minute to make the trip to Tulsa.

Thomas’ victory at the PGA Championship was a testament to his talent and dedication, and it may never have happened without the impromptu bachelor party in Las Vegas.

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Capan cards 58 on Korn Ferry, ends with 2 pars

Capan cards 58 on Korn Ferry, ends with 2 pars

Taylor Capan fired a final-round 58 to win his first Korn Ferry Tour title at the Huntsville Championship. Capan started the final round two shots behind 54-hole leader Erik Barnes but moved atop the leaderboard early on the back nine, taking the lead for good with a birdie on the par-4 15th. Capan closed his round with a pair of pars to secure the victory.

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2024 Zurich Classic Friday TV coverage: How to watch Round 2

2024 Zurich Classic Friday TV coverage: How to watch Round 2

**2024 Zurich Classic Friday TV coverage: How to watch Round 2**

Round 2 of the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans will be broadcast on Golf Channel from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET on Friday, April 26.

The tournament is being played at TPC Louisiana in Avondale, Louisiana.

The field includes some of the top golfers in the world, including Jon Rahm, Rory McIlroy, and Justin Thomas.

Rahm is the defending champion. He won the tournament in 2023 with a score of 267.

McIlroy is a four-time major champion. He is looking to win his first Zurich Classic title.

Thomas is a two-time major champion. He is also looking to win his first Zurich Classic title.

The Zurich Classic is a team event. The field is divided into two-man teams.

The teams will play four rounds of stroke play. The team with the lowest total score after four rounds will win the tournament.

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McIlroy-Lowry team among Zurich Classic leaders

McIlroy-Lowry team among Zurich Classic leaders

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are among the leaders after the first round of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. The Northern Irish and Irish duo shot a 6-under 66 in alternate-shot format on Thursday to sit one stroke off the pace set by Americans Trey Mullinax and Scott Stallings. McIlroy and Lowry made seven birdies and one bogey at TPC Louisiana, including four birdies on the back nine. They are tied for second place with four other teams, including defending champions Billy Horschel and Sam Burns.

The Zurich Classic of New Orleans is a team event in which players compete in alternate-shot and four-ball formats. The tournament is being played for the first time since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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2024 Zurich Classic Friday tee times: Round 2 groupings

2024 Zurich Classic Friday tee times: Round 2 groupings

**2024 Zurich Classic Friday tee times: Round 2 pairings**

With Round 1 of the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans in the books, the tournament field has been split into two groups for Friday’s second round. Here’s a look at some of the notable pairings:

* The top-ranked duo of Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler will tee off at 12:45 p.m. CT off the 10th tee.
* Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas will play in the same group as Rahm and Scheffler, teeing off at 12:53 p.m. CT.
* Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele will tee off at 1:01 p.m. CT off the 10th tee.
* Jordan Spieth and Justin Rose will tee off at 12:42 p.m. CT off the 1st tee.
* Will Zalatoris and Collin Morikawa will tee off at 12:31 p.m. CT off the 1st tee.
* Billy Horschel and Max Homa will tee off at 11:57 a.m. CT off the 1st tee.

All tee times are in Central Time.

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Who is the new ‘kid’ on the Korn Ferry Tour? We found out

Who is the new ‘kid’ on the Korn Ferry Tour? We found out

Davis Thompson made the Korn Ferry Tour his full-time stop in 2021, and he immediately made a name for himself in 2022. Thompson won back-to-back tournaments at the Savannah Golf Championship and the Chitimacha Louisiana Open to jump from 199th in the world golf rankings to 81st.

The 2020 graduate of the University of Georgia has made four starts in the 2022-23 season, with his best finish coming at the Simmons Bank Open in Jackson, Miss., where he placed tied 44th.

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