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Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Cold beer, country beats: Zach Top to headline 2026 Coors Light Birds Nest during WM Phoenix Open week
Country music is set to take center stage at the 2026 Coors Light Birds Nest during WM Phoenix Open week - and the Valley is in for one unforgettable night. Rising country sensation Zach Top has officially been announced as the Thursday night headliner, bringing his chart-topping hits and honky-tonk flair to Scottsdale on February 5, 2026. Joining him as the evening's opener is ERNEST, the hit songwriter behind multiple No. 1 tracks for Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, and Chris Lane. Rising country star Zach Top to headline the 2026 Coors Light Birds Nest during WM Phoenix Open Tournament week.(AFP) "Zach is one of the most exciting young voices in country music right now," said 2026 WM Phoenix Open Tournament Chairman Jason Eisenberg. "His sound mixed with modern energy will set the perfect tone for what's shaping up to be another electric week of live music." Also Read | Why was Dylan Marlowe kicked out of Wisconsin concert? Country Singer breaks silence Rising Stars and Fan Favorites Zach Top has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in country, thanks to his throwback sound and modern swagger. In 2024, he was named the Academy of Country Music's New Male Artist of the Year, and his hit single 'I Never Lie' climbed the charts, solidifying his place in the genre. He's set to hit the road for his Cold Beer and Country Music tour this September, making his Birds Nest performance one of the most anticipated stops on his calendar. Joining him is ERNEST, a powerhouse songwriter with 12 No. 1 hits under his belt. Known for penning smashes for artists like Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, and Chris Lane, ERNEST previously performed at the 2024 WM Phoenix Open's Concert in the Coliseum and is back by popular demand. Also Read | From a job at a meat processing plant to country music stardom, Bailey Zimmerman is figuring it out Ticket Info & Schedule Tickets for the Coors Light Birds Nest go on sale Monday, August 12 at 10 am via General admission starts at $125, while VIP and elevated experiences are available for $350 - which includes access to a private VIP area, premium stage viewing, and complimentary food and drinks. Doors to the Coors Light Birds Nest will be open from 3 pm to 10 pm, Wednesday through Saturday of tournament week. Opening acts hit the stage at 6:30 pm, with headliners performing around 8:30 pm. More artists will be announced as the full 2026 lineup continues to take shape - but one thing's clear: country fans won't want to miss Thursday night.
Newsweek
31-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
PGA Tour Fan Favorite Shoots Season-Low Round to Take Lead At Wyndham
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Joel Dahmen knows all too well the pain of being close to losing his PGA Tour card. But he also knows how to handle the stress and maintain his full status, even when it happens at the last second. Dahmen, one of the most popular players on the PGA Tour, is currently completely out of the FedEx Cup playoffs. He'd likely need a win at the Wyndham Championship to open a spot for himself in the top 70, and he seems determined to get it. The 37-year-old fired a 9-under 61 during the first round of the Wyndham Championship to take the clubhouse lead with the round yet to finish. It's the best round of the season for Dahmen, whose previously low was 62 at the Corales Puntacana Championship. "It was really good," Dahmen said, according to the transcripts of his post-round interview. "Drove it in the rough a couple holes early but got away with a couple of them and then hit a ton of fairways after that and hit the numbers I was trying to and rolled in a few putts. So it was as basic as it gets, but typically when you do all those things, it adds up to a really low score." Joel Dahmen of the United States hits his tee shot on the ninth hole during the first round of the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale on February 10, 2022 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Joel Dahmen of the United States hits his tee shot on the ninth hole during the first round of the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale on February 10, 2022 in Scottsdale, Arizona.A win would give Dahmen his PGA Tour card for the next two seasons, while qualifying for the playoffs would guarantee his membership for the following year. In either case, he would be exempt from having to play in the fall for the first time since 2022. "Great to make the playoffs, that would be unbelievable, give me a lot of time off this fall," he said, according to the transcripts. "We've got a baby coming so that would take some pressure off of that. The playoffs are a bonus for me. I'm just going to go out and try to play good golf, and I guess if I play really well, then I get to play another week." A year ago, Dahmen had to play until the final tournament of the FedEx Cup Fall to keep his PGA Tour card. Even so, he managed to it almost at the limit of his capabilities, finishing second to last in the top 125. Dahmen has never qualified for the Tour Championship, the final stage of the playoffs. In 2019 and 2020, he reached the second stage (BMW Championship), while he has played in the first tournament several times, most recently in 2022. More Golf: Tiger Woods' Son, Charlie, Charges Hard To Contend At Junior PGA Championsh
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rickie Fowler's status unclear ahead of 3M Open tee time Thursday
Rickie Fowler's attempt to bounce back from a missed cut at The Open now hinges on his readiness for the 3M Open in Minnesota. The veteran golfer is scheduled to tee it up on Thursday morning at TPC Twin Cities, but questions about his health linger after a mid-tournament withdrawal just days ago. Fowler bowed out of the WM Phoenix Open before the second round last week, citing illness. He had opened with a tough 3-over 74 and made headlines more for his camo attire than his performance. His early exit came quietly, and the PGA Tour confirmed he would not return for Round 2, where he was slated to play with Billy Horschel and Sahith Theegala. This wasn't an isolated struggle. Since winning the Phoenix Open in 2019, Fowler has missed the cut or withdrawn in four of his last five appearances at the event. Now, all eyes are on Minnesota, where he's grouped with Tony Finau and Taylor Pendrith. Fowler is scheduled to begin his opening round at 8:29 a.m. ET, then follow with an afternoon tee time Friday at 1:54 p.m. ET. The 3M Open is one of the final chances to rack up FedEx Cup points before the playoffs begin. MORE: A champion's first words go straight to his family after major win Fowler, 36, has had an up-and-down season marked by bouts of strong play and frustrating inconsistency. Though still a fan favorite and one of golf's most recognizable faces, his recent form and health concerns make his 3M Open status a major storyline. Whether he can shake off the illness and find momentum late in the season remains to be seen. But with the regular season clock winding down, there's little time left for misfires. More Golf News: Ted Scott's cut: What Scottie Scheffler's caddie gets paid for Open Championship $17 million on the line: full 2025 Open Championship payouts revealed Bryson DeChambeau admits he wants to go home after day 1 disaster Full course details on Royal Portrush, home to 2025 British Open Explaining the biggest differences between links golf vs. regular golf Complete history of every British Open winner
Time Business News
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Time Business News
Skip Bin Hire vs. DIY Waste Disposal: Which Saves You More Time and Money?
Scottie Scheffler isn't just dominating professional golf — he's doing it with a mindset that rivals legends. 'I would equate him — at least in terms of mentality — to an athlete like Michael Jordan or Tiger Woods… he uses the tiniest of slights… and makes sure you can use it to fire yourself up to do the next thing.' That's how Golf Channel's Rex Hoggard and Ryan Lavner described Scheffler on their podcast, echoing what much of the golf world already believes: Scottie Scheffler is operating at a level few others have ever reached. And it is not just the podcast hosts who agree on that. Jon Rahm, who had a tough outing at The Open Championship at the Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland, agrees with them, too. Rahm carded a 1 under par on the last day to finish at 3 under par, securing T34 on the leaderboard. That is nearly 14 strokes behind the consistent Scottie Scheffler, who won the event. Rahm was full of praise for the growth shown by the four-time Major winner. 'Very few players have been able to do what he's done. He's won three majors in three years — or four years. No, three years. Won nine times last season, and he keeps going on. He's doing what everybody wants to do.' Rahm stated. Scheffler claimed his first-ever win on the PGA Tour in 2022 at the WM Phoenix Open. In the last four years, he has outdone himself, claiming fifteen more wins, en route to being World No. 1. This includes a ridiculous stretch during the 2024 season, right after Rahm left for LIV Golf, where Scheffler recorded 7 wins on the PGA Tour. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Jon Rahm after his round today on Scottie Scheffler… 'Very few players have been able to do what he's done. He's won three majors in three years — or four years. No, three years. Won nine times last season, and he keeps going on. He's doing what everybody wants to do.' — Ron Mintz (@MintzGolf) July 20, 2025 The two seasons before Scheffler won his first PGA Tour title, Scheffler carded 15 top 10 finishes, including a runner-up position at the World Golf Championships and third at the Memorial Tournament. It seemed like he could never get over the hump before his victory in Arizona. 'What I keep reminding myself is he was able to turn things around drastically. From not being able to close out early on some of the chances he had to getting it done often. If he's been able to do it, all of us are able to do it.' The Spaniard further added. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad 'I've definitely played really high, and I've had my battles against him head to head, and it's always been a lot of fun. I'm optimistic that I can get to that level as well. Obviously it's not easy, but I'm optimistic it can be done.' The 2023 Masters Champion professed. And the respect between the two is mutual, as Scheffler had previously mentioned that the one thing he misses from LIV Golf is the fact that a lot of good competitors went away, especially Rahm. Scheffler misses the competition against Jon Rahm 'To be completely honest, Jon [Rahm] was one of my favourite people to play against. We had some good battles throughout the years and I was pretty surprised that he decided to take the money and leave.' Scheffler had stated previously. Rahm and Scheffler were involved in some heavy battles, especially during the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome. They played each other in singles play, where Scheffler held a slight edge, before Rahm carded a valuable birdie on the last hole to tie the contest. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Fans were very recently treated to another classic encounter between the Spaniard and the American at the 2025 PGA Championship. Rahm was the only person who was able to draw level with Scottie Scheffler during the weekend, when they momentarily had the same score on the 11th hole. However, Rahm succumbed to pressure, carding a bogey and two double bogeys across the 16th, 17th, and 18th holes to finish seven strokes behind the eventual winner. Yet, it still remains as a stark reminder of the threat Jon Rahm poses to Scottie Scheffler. Can he continue to bring the same fervour in the future, or will Scottie Scheffler put an insurmountable gap between him and the rest of the field?
Irish Examiner
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Peerless Scheffler conquers Portrush to claim a first Claret Jug
Scottie Scheffler started the final round of this Open Championship four shots in front and closed it out four in front. Not one of the chasing pack managed to get any closer than that as the American claimed the Claret Jug for the first time with a steady 68. This was golf as procession not drama. 'What's the point?' Scheffler had asked rhetorically prior to this tournament as he tried to explain how his love for golf was a distant second to his love for family. What's the point? The field of 155 other players must be saying the same. Scheffler wasn't perfect. He isn't that good, but the best player in the world has an uncanny ability to limit damage and rebound from it. Add in the fact that he was the best putter in Antrim this week and he was always going to be hard to beat. All the more remarkable then that he was asked about a slump last Tuesday. Some slump. That's two majors he's landed now in 2025, two other tournament wins, 12 more top tens. His worst effort this year? A tie for 25th at the WM Phoenix Open in February. Hopes of a dramatic chase and possible showdown here were never rooted in reality. The calm and dry conditions were perfect for the leader to just keep doing what he was doing. The onus was on everyone else to go crazy and threaten something along the lines of a course record 63. People did go low, but not nearly that low. None of Scheffler's nearest challengers were better than one-under for the day through his own first hour on the course. The best rounds were being put together then by Bryson DeChambeau, Shane Lowry and Rickie Fowler who started so much further down the ladder. Scheffler had started the day with that four-shot buffer on Haotong Li, five on Matt Fitzpatrick and six on Rory McIlroy. It needed someone, preferably McIlroy, to catch fire and put some pressure on a man who plays with all the emotion of an automaton. McIlroy had threatened out the gate on Saturday with three birdies in his first four holes but couldn't do it again. He had to settle for a two-under 69 that left him on ten-under alongside last year's champion Xander Schauffele and Robert MacIntyre. Seven behind the winner. It was Scheffler who turned the screw from the off with a superb approach to the first green to within two feet. The putt for birdie was drained and there were two more shots picked up inside the first five holes. Now he was eight in front. It felt even then like a case of goodnight Irene. There was one wobble. The American needed putts of 16- and 15-feet to save pars on the 6th and 7th and then came the glimpse of mortality when he couldn't escape first time from a fairway bunker on the 8th and carded a double bogey. With Chris Gotterup, winner of last week's Genesis Scottish Open, reaching 11-under at that point the gap was now down to four. It was a fleeting flurry of excitement on a day when none of the chasing pack could maintain momentum. McIlroy's bid had its fits and starts but hit the bricks on the 10th when he sent a flyer from rough past the green, needed two chips to find the putting surface and couldn't land the bogey. Two shots gone, miles adrift. Others were playing their own games of snakes and ladders. Gotterup slipped back to minus-10 then made it to 12. Four behind again. Li got to 11, regressed to 10 and returned to eleven all in the space of three holes midway through the round. Harris English carded eagle on 13 but only after a bogey before it. He stayed the course more than anyone with a 66 to finish 13-under and on his own in second. No-one was moving at enough speed. Li managing a disappointing 70 and Fitzpatrick needing a strong finish to make a 69. And that back nine was eminently gettable. Corey Conners was five-under for it on the day. Lee Westwood had shot 29 for it on Saturday, just like Ryan Fox had on the same course six years before. That's a fourth major for Scheffler now, two Masters, a US PGA and this. All in the space of four years. He already has four top-tens at the US Open in just five attempts and a career grand slam will be on the line when he tees off at Shinnecock Hills next June. This is a man playing on a plateau above the rest right now. McIlroy included.
