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2024 PGA Championship sleeper picks: Here’s who might break out at Valhalla 

2024 PGA Championship sleeper picks: Here’s who might break out at Valhalla 

With the 2024 PGA Championship just around the corner, golf fans are eagerly awaiting the emergence of potential sleeper picks. One player who has quietly impressed this season is Cameron Young. The 25-year-old American has notched up five top-10 finishes in 2023, including a victory at the Sanderson Farms Championship. Young’s impressive driving distance and accurate approach play could prove to be a formidable combination at Valhalla’s challenging layout. Another player to watch is Kurt Kitayama. The 29-year-old from California has steadily risen through the ranks and is currently ranked 30th in the world. Kitayama’s precise iron play and ability to handle pressure situations make him a dark horse candidate to contend in Louisville.

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Stricker skips PGA Championship, citing fatigue

Stricker skips PGA Championship, citing fatigue

Steve Stricker will miss the PGA Championship at Southern Hills Country Club next week, citing low energy levels and general fatigue.

The 12-time PGA Tour winner and 2021 Ryder Cup captain has played a reduced schedule this season, making just seven starts. He withdrew from the RBC Heritage in April due to an illness, and he missed the cut at the Masters in April and the AT&T Byron Nelson in May.

Stricker said he made the decision to skip the PGA Championship after consulting with his doctors. He said he is feeling better, but he is not yet ready to return to competition.

“I’m disappointed to miss the PGA Championship, but I know it’s the right decision for me,” Stricker said. “I’m looking forward to getting back on the course soon, but I need to make sure I’m 100% before I do that.”

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2024 PGA Championship schedule: TV times, channel, streaming, dates and more

2024 PGA Championship schedule: TV times, channel, streaming, dates and more

The 2024 PGA Championship will be the 106th PGA Championship, a major golf championship and the second of four major tournaments in the season. The tournament is scheduled to be played from May 16-19, 2024, at Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York. Brooks Koepka is the defending champion.

The PGA Championship will be broadcast live on ESPN+ and CBS. Live streaming will be available on Masters.com, the PGA Championship app, and ESPN+.

The schedule is as follows:

**Thursday, May 16**

1:00 pm – 7:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

**Friday, May 17**

1:00 pm – 7:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

**Saturday, May 18**

10:00 am – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
1:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

**Sunday, May 19**

10:00 am – 9:00 pm ET: Live coverage on ESPN+
1:00 pm – 9:00 pm ET: Live coverage on CBS

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Gotterup wins Myrtle Beach Classic for 1st title

Gotterup wins Myrtle Beach Classic for 1st title

In a thrilling victory, 24-year-old Nanna Koerstz Madsen of Denmark claimed the prestigious Myrtle Beach Classic on Sunday. Madsen, ranked 48th in the world, showcased exceptional talent throughout the tournament, playing with focus and precision. The win marks her first LPGA title and a significant accomplishment in her rising golf career.

“I’m so happy to win here for the first time,” said Madsen. “It’s been a great week, and I played really well.”

The field at the Myrtle Beach Classic featured top players from around the globe, making Madsen’s win even more impressive. Her consistent performance and unwavering determination propelled her to victory. With this triumph, Madsen has cemented her place among the rising stars of women’s golf.

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Save $50 on this handy golf GPS and speaker combo

Save $50 on this handy golf GPS and speaker combo

**Save $50 on this handy golf GPS and speaker combo**

If you’re looking to upgrade your golf game, you can save $50 on this handy GPS and Bluetooth speaker combo right now. The Bundle comes with everything you need to improve your game, including distances to hazards, greens, and layups; aerial views of each hole; and a built-in speaker that lets you play your favorite music while you play.

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Rory closes with 65, wins record 4th Wells Fargo

Rory closes with 65, wins record 4th Wells Fargo

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Rory McIlroy became the only four-time winner of the Wells Fargo Championship on Sunday, holing a 12-foot eagle putt on the par-5 15th for good measure in a closing 65 that gave him a two-shot victory over Matthew Fitzpatrick. McIlroy, 33, joined Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods as the only players with as many as three victories in the tournament that began in 2003 at Quail Hollow Club.

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Rory McIlroy blasts past Xander Schauffele to win Wells Fargo Championship

Rory McIlroy blasts past Xander Schauffele to win Wells Fargo Championship

Rory McIlroy captured the Wells Fargo Championship on Sunday, overcoming a four-shot deficit to defeat Xander Schauffele by two strokes. McIlroy fired a final-round 68 to finish at 10-under-par 270, while Schauffele, who led after each of the first three rounds, carded a 72. The victory marks McIlroy’s first PGA Tour win since the 2019 WGC-HSBC Champions and his 20th overall Tour title. McIlroy’s triumph solidifies his status as one of the world’s top golfers and positions him as a contender in upcoming major championships.

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Barron claims 1st PGA Tour Champions major title

Barron claims 1st PGA Tour Champions major title

Johnathan Barron secured his first PGA Tour Champions major title with a one-stroke victory at the Regions Tradition. The 54-year-old American held off a spirited challenge from Bernhard Langer to claim the prestigious senior tournament.

Barron shot a final round 67 to finish the event on 12-under-par, with Langer carding a 69 to finish in solo second. It was a hard-fought battle between the two legends, with Barron making a crucial birdie putt on the 16th hole that proved to be the difference.

The victory is a major boost for Barron, who has been a consistent performer on the PGA Tour Champions but had yet to win a major. He is now a contender for the Charles Schwab Cup, which is awarded to the player who earns the most points over the course of the season.

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Amateurs should do this 1 move to eliminate slice, 3-time major winner says  

Amateurs should do this 1 move to eliminate slice, 3-time major winner says  

**Amateurs Should Do This 1 Move to Eliminate Slice, 3-Time Major Winner Says**

Golf legend Padraig Harrington has revealed a simple technique that amateur golfers can use to eliminate their dreaded slice. The three-time major winner recommends focusing on the position of the clubface at impact.

“Most amateurs slice because they’re hitting across the ball with an open clubface,” Harrington explained. “To fix this, keep the clubface pointing at the target through impact.”

By keeping the clubface square, amateurs can ensure a straighter ball flight and increased accuracy. Harrington suggests practicing this technique by aiming at a fixed point on the driving range and focusing on making solid contact with a slightly closed clubface.

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Zhang takes Founders, ending Korda’s win streak

Zhang takes Founders, ending Korda’s win streak

Shuai Zhang upset world No. 2 Jessica Pegula to win the Abu Dhabi Open on Sunday, ending third-seeded Petra Kvitova’s bid for a third title in the United Arab Emirates.

Zhang, 34, broke into tears after hitting a backhand winner that secured a 6-3, 6-1 victory and her second career WTA 500 title.

The Chinese star’s victory also halted a nine-match winning streak by teenage sensation Iga Swiatek, who withdrew from Abu Dhabi with an unspecified illness last week.

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