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Justin Thomas’ dad hits out at report claiming his role as JT’s swing coach has been reduced

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This week, Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis reported that Justin Thomas was attempting to “own his swing” and parting ways with his putting coach, John Graham who he’d been with since 2020.

Lewis also said that Thomas had put his father Mike, who’s his swing coach, “in the background a little bit” as he attempts to work through his year-long slump.

“He’s still working with his father Mike as his swing coach, but not as much right now. He’s kind of put his father a little bit in the background a little bit. They’ve worked it out together. JT wants to own his swing. Mike wasn’t with him at the Wyndham Championship this year when he tried to make the playoffs, so he’s kind of digging it out in the dirt figuring it out himself but still consulting with his father. By the way, they still have a wonderful relationship.”

On Wednesday, Mike Thomas refuted that report while speaking with Golf Digest.

“You’re kidding. That’s just stupid,” the 62-year-old said.

“That’s what some people in the media do. It’s ridiculous. I just left Justin. We worked all morning.”

“But listen, if he did fire me, and it was for the better, then what’s the problem? I guess they have to have something to talk about.”

JT will tee it up at next week’s Fortinet Championship to try and get back on track prior to heading to Rome for the 2023 Ryder Cup.

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LET pro gives detailed financial breakdown of first week on tour…and the net result may shock you

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On Friday morning, Ladies European Tour player, Hannah Gregg, took to social media to share her weekly expenses playing on the LET.

“Expenses of my first week on Ladies European Tour: Flights: $2600 Work Visa: $350 

  • Food: $377 
  • Caddie: $0 because I have an amazing Fiancé 
  • Hotel: $0 because  @GregChalmersPGA sorted me host housing for the week!  
  • Rental Car: +0 because the Tour Tee guys GAVE me their car  
  • Gas: $165 
  • Entry Fee: $130 
  • Lounge Pass for caddie: $50 
  • Gym: $0 
  • Yardage book: $0 
  • Total expenses: $3672 

Made cut, finished 54th, total earned: $1244 Factor in 35% tax on earnings. To break even, needed to finish 24th. To make money, 21st. Guess we have our goals laid out for next event!”

When factoring in Gregg’s free housing, free caddie and free rental car, it’s evident that most LET players would have to finish well inside of the top-20 to make any money.

With ridiculous amounts of money being thrown around in professional golf these days, it’s important to remember the other side of the coin as well. There are countless professionals out there who struggle to get by on their golf salary.

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54-hole golf tour deemed eligible for OWGR points…but it’s not LIV

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After a seventeen-month application process, a 54-hole golf tour was deemed eligible for OWGR points.

Unfortunately, for LIV Golf and their fans, it was the Clutch Pro Tour.

After the decision, which is effective immediately, OWGR chairman Peter Dawson issued a statement.

“This is a significant milestone for golf, and OWGR is deeply encouraged by the achievement and the continued efforts in developing the sport of golf in the United Kingdom.”

“We look forward to watching the progress of the Clutch Pro Tour as it continues to play a key role in the development of players from the region,” Dawson added.

The Clutch Pro Tour operates in the United Kingdom and features a 36-hole cut. It also has an open qualifying school.

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Charlie Woods attempting to qualify for spot at 2024 U.S. Open

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As first reported by Bob Harig of Sports Illustrated, Charlie Woods will be attempting to qualify for this year’s U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2.

The first stage of qualifying for this year’s tournament will be an 18-hole local event on Thursday, April 25th, in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

There will be 84 players in the field, five of which will reach the 36-hole qualifier that will take place in June.

Earlier this season, Charlie attempted to qualify for the Cognizant Classic, and struggled, shooting an 86.

If the younger Woods is able to qualify, he will tee it up in the same field as his father in a few months at one of the more historic U.S. Open venues.

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