In this episode of the Living It Up podcast, the hosts discuss Scottie Scheffler's recent dramatic win and his potential as the next Tiger Woods. They delve into the mental aspects of the game, the importance of caddies, and the dynamics of the FedEx Cup and Ryder Cup selections. The conversation also explores the need for a reimagined playoff structure in golf and the interchangeable nature of players in the current competitive landscape. Finally, they discuss Keegan Bradley's unique position as both a potential captains pick and captain for the Ryder Cup, weighing the implications of his decisions. In this conversation, the hosts delve into team dynamics, the pressure of winning, and the roles of captains in events like the Ryder Cup. They discuss the stability of the European team, the implications of Ben Griffin's creatine mishap, and the selection process for the Walker Cup. The conversation also touches on the evolution of amateur golf, concerns regarding the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup, and the recent changes to the PGA Tour schedule. Predictions for the upcoming Tour Championship are made.

Chapters

00:00 Scottie Scheffler's Dramatic Win

02:52 The Mental Game of Golf

05:50 Caddies and Their Impact

08:49 The Top 30 and FedEx Cup Dynamics

11:45 Ryder Cup Selections and Team Dynamics

28:57 The Dynamics of Team Selection

29:53 Captaincy vs. Playing: A Balancing Act

31:48 The Case for Keegan Bradley

33:37 Interchangeable Players: The Depth of Talent

35:45 The Importance of Pairings in the Ryder Cup

37:38 Controversial Ryder Cup "Snubs": Morikawa and Novak

39:23 The European Team: A More Settled Roster

49:39 Creatine Mishaps and the US Amateur Championship

52:29 The Walker Cup Selection Process

58:10 Stuart Hagestad's Walker Cup Journey

59:57 The FedEx Cup: A Confusing Legacy

01:01:48 The LIV Golf vs. PGA Tour Dynamics

01:10:23 The Future of the PGA Tour Schedule

01:17:32 Predictions for the Tour Championship

Keywords

Scottie Scheffler, golf, Ryder Cup, FedEx Cup, caddies, PGA Tour, mental game, playoff structure, golf dynamics, player selections, golf, Ryder Cup, PGA Tour, team dynamics, captains, Walker Cup, FedEx Cup, amateur golf, creatine, Tour Championship

In this episode we talk about Cameron Young's first win on the PGA Tour after a number of years of close calls. We chat about what this win might mean for his future, including his Ryder Cup likelihood. We also discuss the Women's Open Championship, say farewell to Ian Baker Finch on the broadcast and more.

In this episode we discuss the recent 3M Open, highlighting Kurt Kitayama's surprising victory after barely making the cut. and the dynamics of low scoring in golf tournaments. We explore the impact of different golf courses on player performance, the significance of winning for player exemptions, and the rise of young female golfers like Lottie Woad. The conversation also touches on Padraig Harrington's legacy in senior golf, Jaco Niemann's success in LIV Golf, and Bubba Watson's ongoing putting struggles. Additionally, we review the nostalgic Happy Gilmore 2 and delve into the importance of footwear in golf performance, concluding with a discussion on the financial stakes of the Wyndham Championship and its implications for the Ryder Cup.

Chapters

00:00 Kurt Kitiyama's Unexpected Victory

05:49 The Importance of Player Exemptions

11:54 The Dynamics of Live Golf and Player Rankings

17:19 Padraig Harrington's Legacy and Senior Golf

23:30 Comparing Young Talents: Jaco Nieman vs. Ludwig Oberg

37:32 The Enigma of Golfing Greats

45:11 The Over-the-Top Narrative of Happy Gilmore 2

55:46 The Financial Dynamics of Professional Golf