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NBC Sports
16-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
PGA Championship 2025 prize money: Full purse payout at Quail Hollow
The winner of this year's PGA Championship will receive a bevy exemptions to go along with a replica of the Wanamaker Trophy. As for money, PGA of America officials will release Saturday the full purse and winner's share. Last year's championship at Valhalla Golf Club had an $18.5 million purse with winner Xander Schauffele taking home $3.33 million. Golf Channel Staff, The Masters Tournament in April paid $21 million with champion Rory McIlroy earning $4.2 million.
Newsweek
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Collin Morikawa Breaks Silence on Shocking Split with Longtime Caddie
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The caddie market has been very busy on the PGA Tour in recent weeks. One of the most talked about moves, though not the only one, was Collin Morikawa letting go J.J. Jakovac, who had been with him since day one of his professional career. Morikawa spoke to journalist Dan Rapaport about the matter, and the reason for the split was exactly what many fans will be thinking. The caddie took the brunt of the blame for the player not feeling good about the current state of his game, as has happened hundreds if not thousands of times before. "Sometimes things just aren't feeling right," Morikawa said. "And I think when people look at it from the macro perspective of, 'okay, you know, Colin's playing great. He's, you know, contending, he's trying to close out tournaments' and even at the beginning of the year, everything looked very, very good. Sometimes, you know, on the golf course, things just don't feel right." Collin Morikawa of the United States walks on the second hole with his caddie Jonathan Jakovac during the third round of the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 12, 2025 in... Collin Morikawa of the United States walks on the second hole with his caddie Jonathan Jakovac during the third round of the 2025 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 12, 2025 in Augusta, Georgia. MoreThe 28-year-old star began his professional career in 2019 with Jakovac already carrying his bag. Their time together includes six PGA Tour victories, two of them in major championships. Not for nothing, Morikawa acknowledged the toughness of the moment and wished the veteran caddie a prosperous future: "It wasn't an easy talk. I hope all the best. I hope guys are lining up for him because if you look at his resume, you look at what we've done just simply over the past six years, it's incredible," he said. On the bright side, at least from Morikawa's perspective, there was another experienced caddy available. That was Joe Greiner, who had been carrying Max Homa's bag for the past six years until they parted ways in early April. Greiner stepped in for the injured Matt Minister to work with Justin Thomas for two tournaments. Thomas ended up winning one (RBC Heritage) and tying for 36th in the other (The Masters Tournament). "Joe [Greiner] is just someone that wants to continue to learn, wants to continue to get better," Morikawa said about his new caddie. "... He's one of the best out there. Obviously what he did with JT [Justin Thomas], JT is an amazing player and he is very very talented." "But you know when you have a new caddy in, sometimes it frees people up. Sometimes it goes the other way. And obviously it helped JT for those two events." Jakovac's professional future is still unknown. However, his more than 10 years as a caddie on the PGA Tour, with experience in major championships, Ryder Cups, Olympic Games, etc., are assets that are unlikely to go unnoticed. More Golf: Jon Rahm Shades His Masters Win with Glaring Take on Team Golf
Trade Arabia
15-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
IGTM 2025 to highlight surge in golf travel demand
The Masters has highlighted the growing global demand for golf travel, with over two million people vying for tickets to Augusta, but only 90,000 securing access. This trend is part of a broader trend in global travel, with sports tourism accounting for 10% of worldwide tourism spend and projected to grow by 17.5% between 2023 and 2030. Golf is playing a central role in this growth, with more travellers planning their holidays around major sporting events and unforgettable on-course experiences. The International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) is positioned to lead the way in shaping the future of golf travel, taking place in Cannes from October 20-23. 'There is a real shift happening in how people approach travel,' said Fiona Ashton, Event Manager at IGTM. 'We're seeing fans actively booking trips to follow in the footsteps of their heroes, whether that means spectating at major tournaments or teeing off on world-class courses. IGTM is where those travel ambitions become business opportunities.' Golf Tour Operators at IGTM are seeing this demand translate directly into bookings at all Majors Championships (The Masters Tournament, The PGA Championship, The US Open and The Open Championship). 'Interest in major tournaments throughout golf continues to grow year on year,' said Andrew Smith, Chief Commercial Officer, Your Golf Travel, one of the world's leading golf travel providers. 'These aren't just golf vacation packages, but individually curated experiences centered around these iconic tournaments. Travellers come for the thrill of the Majors and often leave inspired to play legendary courses, as well as those in the surrounding area, themselves. IGTM plays a vital role in helping us connect with the destinations and partners who make those journeys possible.' As golf continues to draw millions of passionate fans, both on and off the course, IGTM offers a powerful platform for destinations, resorts, and courses to connect with top travel agents and tour operators through pre-scheduled meetings and strategic networking, all designed to spark innovation, foster partnerships and drive long-term growth in this fast-evolving sector. -TradeArabia News Service
USA Today
12-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
The Masters is about tradition. It's also about rules which you better know before going
The Masters is about tradition. It's also about rules which you better know before going The Masters Tournament has reached the weekend, but before heading to Augusta National for one of the final rounds, it's important to familiarize yourself with the rules, regulations, and policies. Here are The Masters' 2025 guidelines patrons are required to follow. Are cellphones and cameras allowed at the Masters? Cell phones, laptops, tablets and other electronic devices that can transmit photos or videos are strictly prohibited on the grounds at all times. The use of fitness trackers and smart watches for communicating or recording is also prohibited, but are otherwise allowed. Cameras are strictly prohibited on tournament days (Thursday-Sunday), but allowed during practice round days (Monday-Wednesday). Anyone violating this policy will be subject to removal from the grounds and the permanent loss of credentials (tickets). Are chairs allowed at the Masters? One chair/seat is allowed per person. Any chair or stool must be collapsible and not have arms. Rigid chairs and those with arms and pointed edges are not allowed. Any chair left at Augusta National when the gates are closed or 30 minutes after play will be considered an abandoned item. Is there a clear bag policy at the Masters? Clear bags are not required at Augusta National. But, there is a size policy: Bags, backpacks and purses larger than 10-inches wide, 10-inches tall, and 12-inches deep in their natural state are not allowed. Are food or drinks allowed at the Masters? There are multiple concession stands at the Masters. No outside food or drinks are permitted through the gates. What other items are not allowed at the Masters? Knives and weapons of any kind (regardless of permit) Radios, TVs, and other noise and music producing devices Flags, banners and signs Strollers Coolers Ladders, periscopes and selfie sticks What methods of payment are offered at the Masters? All facilities at Augusta National Golf Club are cashless. Credit card and debit card are the only accepted methods of payment at concession stands, merchandise shops and shipping locations. Is there a dress code at the Masters? The Masters does not allow shoes with spikes or pointed heels. Otherwise, the unofficial dress code is generally business casual attire like what you might wear to any golf course or to church. As this is a largely outdoor event, patrons will want to lean towards lightweight, light-colored and comfortable clothing. Waterproof and water resistant shoes might also be a good idea. Stay tuned to the weather for better wardrobe planning. Can Masters tickets be resold? The Augusta National is the only authorized seller of Masters tickets. The resale of these tickets is prohibited and holders of such tickets may be excluded from the tournament. Anyone caught buying, selling or handing off tickets within a 2,700 foot boundary around Augusta National could face misdemeanor charges. Are autographs allowed at the Masters? Autograph-seeking is only allowed in areas adjacent to the Tournament Practice Area and No. 9 green of the Par 3 course during the Par 3 Contest. When and where are patrons' photos taken at the Masters? Photographers will take patrons' photos free of charge at Founders Circle during Masters Week: Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Is re-entry allowed at the Masters? Patrons are allowed a maximum of two gate entries per day. Additional entry will not be permitted. The policy applies to the Augusta National Women's Amateur, the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals, all practice rounds and all tournament days. What parking is available at the Masters? Free parking is provided by Augusta National on a first-come, first-served basis. Signs will direct patrons to entrance gates. For better navigation, scan the QR Code on the back of your ticket. This will open in a navigation app of the user's choosing and provide real-time traffic and parking updates to help patrons get from point A to point B with less hassle. You can also tune to WGAC at 95.1 or 580 AM for more updates. What accessibility facilities are available at the Masters? Facilities for the physically impaired are provided. For safety, it is suggested those using wheelchairs or similar transport use the hard surfaced roads and flat observation areas as much as possible. Keep in mind: Those accompanying a physically impaired individual must also have proper credentials. Service animals that are necessary and specially trained to assist or guide the physically impaired are allowed. Augusta National has a Personal Mobility Vehicle Policy, with full details available at Is there a lost and found at the Masters? The lost and found station is located inside the Check Stand Building at the North and South Gates. Lost and found is open 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily. Any patron finding a lost item on the grounds should report it to the nearest security manager, who can deliver the item to lost and found. Miguel Legoas is a Deep South Connect Team Reporter for Gannett/USA Today. Find him on X and Instagram @miguelegoas and email at mlegoas@
New York Times
11-04-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
What to watch in MLB this weekend: Aaron Judge faces Logan Webb, Cubs-Dodgers series, AL Central clash
March Madness is a wrap, pro basketball is in that weird liminal space before the playoffs, and the NFL Draft is still a few weeks away with no more pro days left. Other than that one little tiny event — what's it called? Oh yes, The Masters Tournament — it's a decidedly baseball-focused weekend as we breeze into mid-April. Advertisement And we've got an awesome MLB slate to lay around and soak in, headlined by Giants-Yankees, Cubs-Dodgers and a few intriguing divisional sets. Throwback MLB quote of the week: 'My favorite word in English is 'youneverknow.'' — Joaquín Andújar Watching in-person? Get tickets on StubHub. The AL Central sent three teams to the playoffs in 2024, yet the entire division is now in the lower half of MLB payrolls. It's a shame there's such limited investment here because the best of these squads yield some solid baseball. Starting Friday, José Ramírez and the Cleveland Guardians (25th in spending even after winning the division last year) host Bobby Witt Jr.'s Kansas City Royals (20th in salaries, coming off an ALDS run). Both sides are postseason aspirants with potential MVP candidates in their infields. The Royals have hovered around .500 in this nascent spring. They hit only six homers in their first dozen outings, stumbling to 22nd in runs per game, but have hung tight behind the third-best ERA in the league. Shortstop Witt is still one of the sport's best, of course, and first baseman and designated hitter Vinnie Pasquantino notched a double-digit RBI in just 11 games. This weekend's opening starter, LHP Kris Bubic, was spectacular in his first two looks. The former first-round pick had a disastrous 2022 (3-13, 5.58 ERA) and threw 46 innings in the past two seasons, but he's put together consecutive eight-strikeout shutout performances as he takes the bump Friday. The reconstructed left elbow has held up thus far, and the sinker befuddled Brewers and Orioles alike. Righty Michael Lorenzen goes Saturday afternoon; he tossed a no-hitter with the Phillies in 2023. Ace Cole Ragans gets the Sunday finale. His stuff is great, from the pressurized four-seam heat to a gnarly changeup that has a 63 percent whiff rate through three starts. Ragans struck out 10 in Milwaukee last week, then fanned 11 against Minnesota on Tuesday. Advertisement Like their weekend opponents, the Guardians have struggled to put numbers on the boards. They are 24th in runs per game, and five of their nine offensive regulars have registered a negative WAR in the early going. Still, the third baseman Ramírez is an all-decade ballplayer with a quick four home runs (three in one game against the Angels last Friday) and 1B/DH Kyle Manzardo is a budding bat if he can clean up the Ks. Right-hander Tanner Bibee tries to avenge a nightmarish seven-run blowout to the Angels last time out. He allowed four long balls and eight hits in four innings of labored work. Luis L. Ortiz, Saturday's probable and a righty signed from Pittsburgh, coughed up an unsightly 8.44 ERA across his first two appearances. Fellow righty Ben Lively gets Sunday's start, and he'll try to build off a scoreless five-inning turn versus the White Sox on Tuesday. To be fair, there will be a lot of scoreless turns for the White Sox. Most homers in both jerseys: Carlos Santana (218 CLE, 23 KC) The Polo Grounds rivalry renews. Aaron Judge and the hot-hitting, torpedo-batting Yanks welcome Robbie Ray, Logan Webb and the Giants' array of arms. These teams were archenemies as neighbors in New York City, dueling over World Series trophies and eviction notices alike. Even if the animosity has historically calcified, this is still a banger of a series. The Yankees just snapped a three-game losing streak, taking a gray and cold Wednesday tilt at Detroit by a 4-3 final (they led 4-0 in the bottom of the ninth). Even with the offense held in check by the Tigers' exacting pitchers (and the Michigan chill), New York still leads all teams in runs and homers per game. Reigning MVP Judge has another Jon Dowd slash line of .354/.446/.792, and it's been an all-around slugfest up and down the lineup. Ben Rice (1B, DH) looks like a real ascendant at 26 years old, while Paul Goldschmidt has adjusted to his pinstripes at age 37. But they have a tough draw in San Francisco. Former Cy Young Robbie Ray looks to start his season 3-0 on Friday. The Yankees are .203 all-time against Ray, but they have smashed eight homers in those six starts. Saturday's assignment, righty Jordan Hicks (1-0, 2.38 ERA), is in the 94th percentile for fastball velocity on Baseball Savant. And Sunday's starter is the most formidable — right-hander Logan Webb, who finished sixth in NL Cy Young voting last year and was the runner-up in 2023. Advertisement First baseman Wilmer Flores' bat is billowing smoke, with five homers and 27 hits in these early season games. Japanese second-year Jung Hoo Lee has three multi-hit tries in his last five. And outfielder Mike Yastrzemski hit a walk-off ball that splashed nearby kayakers. Here's one of many considerations for the broadcast moment of the year: The swing. The call. The celebration. 😍 — SFGiants (@SFGiants) April 9, 2025 San Francisco gets righties Marcus Stroman and Will Warren on Friday and Saturday, respectively. Both have been underwhelming in the early returns. Opening Day starter LHP Carlos Rodón takes Sunday's mound at 1-2 with a dispiriting 5.19 ERA. He surrendered six runs (five earned) in Monday's loss to the Tigers. Most homers in both jerseys: Bobby Bonds (186 SF, 32 NYY) Look, more walk-offs! This is what we in this industry call 'the good stuff.' Walk this way. @CapitalOne | #TridentsUp — Seattle Mariners (@Mariners) April 10, 2025 Outfielder Randy Arozarena's game-winning walk swung the Astros-Mariners series to the Tridents. Seattle was held scoreless by Houston's Hunter Brown, only to come alive in the final two frames. It was a feverish, deranged game — the 'Stros led 4-0 in the eighth, and three-hitter Yordan Álvarez took a would-be grand slam ball to the thick of the warning track. Arozarena hit an actual grand slam in the bottom of the inning. The Mariners are still a bit rusty at 5-8, but they can compete with anyone if their pitchers are dialed in. Friday's starter, RHP Bryce Miller, has not fared well against Texas, coming in at 0-3 with an 8.64 ERA in 16.2 innings. But Sunday's probable, ace Logan Gilbert, is coming off a 220-K season and cruised past these Rangers last year (they hit a typo-worthy .139 in 20 innings of work). Twenty-five-year-old Bryan Woo (Saturday) was in the MLB's top one percent for walk rate in 2024. Texas basically took a mulligan after its 2023 championship. The injuries proved insurmountable, and while 78 wins is not a particularly dignified World Series title defense, it's also not really indicative of this squad's talent. They enter the KACL coverage map at 9-4 and alone atop the AL West. Bruce Bochy's group tore into April with five straight wins but took two Ls to the Cubs before Wednesday's win at Wrigley. The offense has put up six runs in back-to-back efforts. Shortstop Corey Seager went yard twice on Wednesday. Promising 23-year-old Wyatt Langford had six total bases on Tuesday, but he'll be shelved from this weekend's action with an oblique strain. Catcher Jonah Heim delivered the club's first walk-off of 2025 on Sunday. Outfielder Adolis García still has a penchant for big moments. Advertisement Let's all pray to the baseball deities for Jacob deGrom's continued availability. The 36-year-old is slated to start the series. The No. 3 pick of 2022's draft, Kumar Rocker, seeks his first professional win on Saturday. Two-time champion and late-career gem Nathan Eovaldi (1-1, 2.29 ERA) opposes Gilbert on Sunday. Most homers in both jerseys: Alex Rodríguez (189 SEA, 156 TEX) Here's our marquee series, the big names at the top of the music festival poster. After officially commencing the 2025 season with their two-game Tokyo tilt, the Dodgers and Cubs bring it back to Chavez Ravine for a three-game meeting. Los Angeles throws out their intimidating pair of Japanese firearms this weekend. Righty Yoshinobu Yamamoto comes into Friday with a 1.69 ERA, and he has given up just three earned runs in his first three starts. Yamamoto held this Cubs lineup to a singular score through five innings of Tokyo work on March 18. Fellow countryman and right-hander Roki Sasaki gets the ball Saturday night, though he hasn't lasted more than four innings in any of his three starts. Like Yamamoto, he also faced Chicago in that overseas series; he allowed one run on one hit in three innings but was done in by five walks. To the surprise of absolutely no one, the 10-4 Dodgers are a wagon at the plate and savages in the box. Superstars Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts are both over .300. Outfielders Tommy Edman and Teoscar Hernández have five HR apiece. First baseman Freddie Freeman is set to return Friday from an ankle sprain. Even Enrique Hernández and Will Smith are mashing the covering off the ball. What can you possibly do against this lineup? The Cubs can't be thrilled about such a stacked opponent, but 2025 has been good to them thus far. They took two of three from Texas to jostle atop the NL Central at 9-6. Chicago has MLB's second-ranked scoring offense, trailing only the incendiary Yankees through 15 games. The Cubs are fourth in homers and third in OBP, but also first in runners left on base. Kyle Tucker has 16 RBI in his first 15 Cubs appearances, slapping a ridiculous .322/.452/.678 line. There's a lot of baseball to play, but if Tucker can stay healthy (he played in 78 games with last year's Astros), he should be somewhere in the MVP orbit. Shortstop Dansby Swanson and OF/DH Seiya Suzuki have four moonshots each. LA held Chicago to four runs in those two Tokyo contests. The offense has since erupted with three double-digit scoring road games. Most homers in both jerseys: Ron Cey (228 LAD, 84 CHC) Betting/odds, ticketing and streaming links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic. Restrictions may apply. The Athletic maintains full editorial independence. Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication. (Photo of Kyle Tucker and Seiya Suzuki: Thearon W. Henderson / Getty Images)
