A British Open Lesson: Golf Is a Sport of Personal Responsibility
Jordan Spieth almost tied the record for the best first round at Royal Birkdale in the tournament. His failure to do so, he said, is on him.
Month: August 2018
He Stuck to Golf: Tiger Woods, Roaring Back, Ties for 2nd
He Stuck to Golf: Tiger Woods, Roaring Back, Ties for 2nd
His first top-three finish since 2013 this weekend means the Masters will have an entirely different dynamic this year.
American Success on the European Tour
American Success on the European Tour
Players like Brooks Koepka and Peter Uihlein are using the European Tour as a way to gain experience, earn money and improve enough to eventually join the PGA Tour.
Ryder Cup (Golf)
Ryder Cup (Golf)
News about Ryder Cup (Golf), including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.
Four Affordable, Springtime New England Getaways
Four Affordable, Springtime New England Getaways
Springtime, or the “shoulder season” before the temperatures rise and tourists descend, is the ideal time for a budget-friendly New England getaway.
What Was Phil Mickelson Thinking?
What Was Phil Mickelson Thinking?
The golfer insisted he hadn’t acted in haste or irritation at the U.S. Open when he chased a moving ball and swatted it back toward the cup. Actually, he said, it was an astute use of the rules.
When an Old U.S. Open Course Meets a New Generation of Golfers
When an Old U.S. Open Course Meets a New Generation of Golfers
“Shinnecock Hills is undoubtedly one of the big stars here this week — not just the players,” said Curtis Strange, a two-time U.S. Open champion. “All of us are wondering how the modern player will adapt to this historic place.”