Episode Summary:
In this enthralling episode of the Pull Hook Golf podcast, host Matt Cook teams up once again with fan-favorite @thebuttsy to dissect a range of hot topics in the world of golf. Set against the lively backdrop of Grass Clippings Rolling Hills & the Arizona Skins League, the conversation delves into recent PGA Tour events and previews upcoming tournaments, with a slice of off-the-cuff banter and a backdrop of real-time golfing action.
The dialogue kicks into gear with a retrospective look at the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches, highlighting new talents like Austin Eckroat and trends within the PGA Tour’s promotional strategies. Touching upon the controversies within professional golf, the hosts share their incisive views on the PGA Tour's rivalry with the burgeoning LIV Golf series. They give us a lowdown on the winners, upcoming talents, and the ever-prevalent question: does the PGA Tour have a talent or a promotional problem? As the conversation segues into LIV Golf's latest outing in Jeddah, they discuss Anthony Kim's return to professional golf and Joaquin Niemann's rise to becoming the hottest player in the game.
Key Takeaways:
- Austin Eckroat captured the Cognizant Classic, marking another PGA Tour event won by an emerging talent.
- Matt and Buttsy debate the PGA Tour's challenge of promoting new golfing talents effectively.
- The Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill is a key topic, stirring predictions and anticipation.
- An in-depth analysis is given on Full Swing season two, unveiling behind-the-scenes golf drama.
- LIV Golf's event in Jeddah leads to discussions on player performances, with insights into the controversies around world golf rankings.
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Chapters:
0:00:05 Introduction and welcome
0:00:37 Discussion about the ambiance at Rolling Hills
0:03:29 Recap of the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches
0:06:03 Debate on whether the PGA Tour has a talent or promotional problem
0:08:54 Comparison to the UFC's promotional strategies
0:10:03 Mention of Joel Damon's rise to fame through Full Swing documentary
0:10:12 Joel taking off his shirt and its impact
0:10:24 PGA Tour's promotion strategy and its flaws
0:11:58 Examples of players who received promotion and then lost it
0:13:13 Discussion on how to boost players' profiles
0:14:37 List of players who have won in 2024
0:16:31 Shane Lowry's temper tantrum and the response
0:18:29 Course information for the Arnold Palmer invitational
0:19:43 Explanation of the eligibility criteria for the tournament
0:20:28 Top players in the PGA Tour this week: Scotty Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Victor Hovland, Patrick Cantley, and Xander Schauffley.
0:21:23 Buttsy picks Scotty Scheffler to win the Arnold Palmer Invitational.
0:21:49 Matt Cook picks Rory McIlroy to win the tournament.
0:23:18 Matt Cook shares his thoughts on the second season of Full Swing, mentioning the highlights and improvements.
0:24:18 Matt Cook discusses Justin Thomas' speech at the PGA Championship dinner, highlighting his sense of humor.
0:25:23 Matt Cook expresses his admiration for Dustin Johnson's lifestyle.
0:26:30 Matt Cook provides a rundown of various players' experiences and storylines in Full Swing Season 2.
0:28:37 Matt Cook shares an interesting segment from Full Swing Season 2 involving Zach Johnson and the "boys club."
0:29:19 Matt Cook introduces the Swannie style segment
0:30:03 Matt Cook mentions Anthony Kim wearing a t-shirt in Saudi Arabia
0:30:16 Buttsy expresses love for Anthony Kim's outfit
0:31:24 Matt Cook asks if there should be a dress code for golf
0:31:41 Buttsy discusses the importance of shoes to offset a white t-shirt
0:33:10 Matt Cook apologizes for their predictions on Anthony Kim
0:36:03 Matt Cook and Buttsy discuss the challenges of tournament golf
0:38:14 Matt Cook declares Joaquin Neiman as the hottest player in golf
0:39:39 Greg Norman retracts his attempt at the world golf ranking.
0:43:37 Team aspect of LIV Golf highlighted with Crushers' victory.
0:44:59 Discussion of upcoming LIV Golf event in Hong Kong.
0:45:25 25 out of 54 players on LIV Golf have played the course in Hong Kong previously.
0:46:19 Ben Campbell, previous winner, is a reserve this week.
0:47:15 Hong Kong Golf Club is a 6700-yard course.
0:47:59 Cam Smith's chances discussed due to the course's length and putting.
0:48:16 Discussion about the upcoming golf tournament
0:48:58 Players to watch at the golf tournament
0:50:09 Discussion about the excitement of the golf tournament
0:52:01 Comparison between the Arnold Palmer tournament and the Hong Kong event
0:56:46 Discussion about the teams in the tournament
0:57:09 Golf Picks, But LOUDER
0:58:12
Matt Cook thanks sponsors Swannies Co, Fairway Jesus, and Bushwood Spirits
0:58:43
Matt Cook signs off the podcast
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