Matt Cook, Buttsy, and Brent Grant delve into the grit required in golf, highlighting Matt's comeback with Stark Health and J.J. Spaun's journey from obstacles to PGA Tour success. Buttsy shares insights on playing alongside Spaun, emphasizing his health struggles and victory mindset. The episode recaps the U.S. Open, discussing player performances, course conditions, and Scottie Scheffler's challenges. They reflect on Tiger Woods' advice and memorable moments, before previewing the Travelers Championship, analyzing odds, and critiquing player strategies. The discussion touches on the PGA Tour CEO transition and future strategies, wrapping up with sponsor shoutouts and a teaser for the next episode.
Key Points:
- J.J. Spaun's remarkable journey from almost quitting golf to winning the U.S. Open highlights the grit and perseverance required to succeed at the highest level.
- The appointment of Michael Rolapp as the new PGA Tour CEO brings hope for enhanced media rights utilization and better promotion of players, aiming to grow the sport's global audience.
- The Travelers Championship promises an exciting field with top players like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele, while the PGA Tour's evolving landscape continues to be a hot topic for discussion.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction and the importance of grit in golf
1:26 Episode topics overview with hosts
1:56 Sponsor: Devereux Golf, Vice Golf, Rokform
3:45 Matt Cook's comeback story with Stark Health
4:16 J.J. Spaun: From challenges to PGA Tour victory
6:09 Buttsy's insights on playing with J.J. Spaun
7:16 J.J. Spaun's health struggles and victory demeanor
9:15 Professional golf grind and winning significance
12:03 U.S. Open recap, conditions, and player performances
23:04 Bobby McIntyre's mental game and Scottie Scheffler's struggles
29:20 Tiger Woods' advice and epic moments
34:42 U.S. Open leaderboard and LIV Golf's impact
44:37 Travelers Championship preview and players' critique
49:52 Locker room incidents and media exchanges
59:19 Travelers Championship odds and predictions
1:03:35 PGA Tour CEO transition and future strategies
1:14:28 PGA Tour University, equity, and financial outlook
1:18:01 Sponsor shoutout: Devereux Golf, Vice Golf, Rokform
1:19:37 Closing remarks and teaser for next episode
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