The Golf Channel for Golf Lessons

Match Play

Did Bethpage’s Blazing Fast Greens Sink Team USA at the Ryder Cup?

Did Bethpage’s Blazing Fast Greens Sink Team USA at the Ryder Cup?

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open: The R&A has unveiled a new qualification route that lets select LIV players earn spots at The Open – a move that’s sparked fierce debate over eligibility, fairness and whether it alters the championship’s long-standing field.

Were Bethpage’s green speeds to blame for U.S. Ryder Cup loss?: In the wake of the U.S. defeat, players and captains are pointing to Bethpage’s lightning-fast greens – arguing that pace, not form, determined crucial putts and swung momentum at pivotal moments

Read More
Why Team Chemistry Will Decide the Next Ryder Cup

Why Team Chemistry Will Decide the Next Ryder Cup

Organizers have unveiled a new pathway for LIV players to qualify for The Open – a blend of select events and specific exemptions – and it’s stirred a heated debate. Some see it as a sensible way to broaden access; others argue it undermines long‑held traditions and raises tough questions about fairness.

At the Ryder Cup, momentum and team chemistry routinely outgun lone hot form. Captains who prioritise compatible pairings, crisp communication and a clear early‑round strategy give their side the best chance to seize match‑play momentum and swing results in their favour

Read More
Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rory McIlroy Called Out for Ryder Cup Hypocrisy by Former Captain-Did He Cross the Line?

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He left the course for medical evaluation, forcing organizers to scramble and reshuffle tee times and pairings at short notice.

A former Ryder Cup captain has accused Rory McIlroy of hypocrisy after the recent Ryder Cup, alleging McIlroy’s on-course behavior contradicted his public comments – a charge that has sparked spirited debate across the golf world

Read More
Bethpage Black’s Most Unforgettable Ryder Cup Moments: Triumphs, Tensions, and Turning Points

Bethpage Black’s Most Unforgettable Ryder Cup Moments: Triumphs, Tensions, and Turning Points

LIV golfers given a qualification path to The Open: organizers have rolled out a new system that lets LIV players earn spots through designated events and clear ranking thresholds – a landmark shift in access to one of golf’s biggest stages.

Bethpage Black produced 10 unforgettable Ryder Cup scenes – from electrifying comebacks to raw on-course clashes – that captured the event’s highs and lows, where bravery and controversy together wrote the story

Read More
Europe’s Ryder Cup Magic: The 5 Words Behind Their Winning Formula

Europe’s Ryder Cup Magic: The 5 Words Behind Their Winning Formula

Rickie Fowler has withdrawn from the WM Phoenix Open after falling ill, tournament officials confirmed. The 2010s standout will rest and be closely reassessed before rejoining the tour’s upcoming events.

Captains and players condense Europe’s Ryder Cup formula into five decisive words: team depth, resilience, preparation, cohesion and belief. Analysts add that a deep-rooted culture and sharp strategy have been the engine behind Europe’s sustained dominance

Read More
Shane Lowry’s Electrifying Pep Talk Ignites Europe’s Ryder Cup Triumph

Shane Lowry’s Electrifying Pep Talk Ignites Europe’s Ryder Cup Triumph

Rickie Fowler was forced to withdraw from the WM Phoenix Open on Friday after falling ill, tournament officials confirmed. The sudden exit ends his week at the event and has prompted last‑minute schedule changes as he rests and focuses on recovery.

Just moments before clinching the Ryder Cup point that sealed the victory, Shane Lowry delivered a stirring pep talk – calm, confident and full of fire – that rallied his teammates. Players say his composed leadership shifted the momentum and helped swing the match firmly toward Europe

Read More
Rory McIlroy trolls Bryson DeChambeau after Ryder Cup win

Rory McIlroy trolls Bryson DeChambeau after Ryder Cup win

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open on Thursday due to illness, exiting the field early and leaving uncertainty over his availability as medical staff monitor his recovery and next steps.

Rory McIlroy playfully trolled Bryson DeChambeau after the Ryder Cup win, trading light-hearted jabs amid team celebrations as the players basked in victory and the crowd enjoyed the banter.

Read More
Ryder Cup Sizzles: Rory’s Brilliance, Keegan’s Gambles & 36 Hot Takes on Europe’s Fiery Comeback

Ryder Cup Sizzles: Rory’s Brilliance, Keegan’s Gambles & 36 Hot Takes on Europe’s Fiery Comeback

Excerpt 1:
LIV golfers now have a direct path to The Open – eligible players can lock in places through designated events and by hitting specific performance targets as they race toward next year’s championship.

Excerpt 2:
Rory and Keegan pulled bold, game‑changing moves as Europe’s electrifying Ryder Cup sparked debate, delivered standout performances and reshaped tactics – 36 rapid takes break down the momentum swings, selection calls and the continent’s fiery resurgence

Read More
He was robbed of a Ryder Cup moment he may never have again  

He was robbed of a Ryder Cup moment he may never have again  

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, ending his tournament early. Event officials confirmed the withdrawal for medical reasons; his status for upcoming starts is now uncertain.

A crucial Ryder Cup opportunity slipped away when an untimely ruling and a missed putt denied him a defining moment. Teammates and fans lamented what may now be a once-in-a-lifetime lost chance.

Read More