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The 10 most read articles on GolfWRX in 2020
With the year almost in the books, here we take a look back at the top-10 most-read articles on GolfWRX for 2020.
From big equipment news and in-depth analysis to hot takes and beyond—excluding WITB pieces—here are the top-10 stories that grabbed the attention of WRXers over the past 12 months. And THANK YOU for reading and your loyal following.
10. Why your traditional 3-wood might be extinct
Is your traditional 3-wood a thing of the past? Well, our Ryan Barath believes it just might be.
9. The real difference between blade and cavity back irons
Ryan Barath investigated the true difference between blade and cavity back irons.
8. Golf 101: How far should my clubs go? (AKA gapping)
How do I know what club to choose? How far should my clubs go? Johnny Wunder provided this helpful guide to aid you in solving these problems.
7. Greatest Mizuno blade irons of all time
Ryan Barath had his say on what he feels are the top Mizuno blade irons of all time.
6. Looking back on a golf genius: Anthony Kim (with final full bag specs)
Johnny Wunder spoke to ex-Nike tour tech and now The Tour Van’s Ben Giunta in this deep dive into AK’s gear.
5. Best driver of 2020
After an in-depth consultation with numerous fitters, wet took an extensive look at the best driver of 2020 in four separate categories.
4. The average driving distance for male amateur golfers by age
Arccos Golf conducted an annual study culminating in the company’s distance report published in February, which included the average driving distance of amateur golfers in different age categories.
3. Best irons 2020: GolfWRX Members Choice (best irons overall)
Our members made their voices heard in the GolfWRX best irons (overall) of 2020 in our annual Members Choice Awards.
2. GolfWRX exclusive: The story behind the new Costco KS1 putter
In a GolfWRX exclusive, Ryan Barath got the inside scoop on Costco’s KS1 flat-stick.
1. Paige Spiranac blasts golf culture: ‘A big boys club’ that is ‘elitist, stuffy and exclusive’
Golfer and social media personality Paige Spiranac did not hold back when lashing out at the culture in golf, calling the sport “elitist”, “stuffy,” and “exclusive” – reasons why she feels she has never been welcomed into the game. And it was the most read article of 2020 on GolfWRX.
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“Is it a Titleist?” – Jerry Seinfeld shares never-before-heard details of iconic scene
On Thursday, legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld joined the Rich Eisen Show and shared an awesome story from a “Seinfeld” episode titled “The Marine Biologist.”
In the episode, a golf ball goes into the blow hole of a whale. According to Seinfeld, that was never in the episode’s script.
Seinfeld recalls saying the night before the filming of the episode, “What if what puts the whale in distress is Kramer’s golf ball?”
“He’s hitting golf balls at the beach. George is at the beach with a girl, we haven’t connected them!”
“We write that speech the night before at two o’clock in the morning…The sea was angry that day my friend.”
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Kramer finishes the iconic scene by asking “Is it a Titleist?” Seinfeld told Eisen the show sought Titleist’s permission to mention its name, saying the ball had to be a Titleist. Fortunately for lovers of the iconic show, the company agreed.
If (somehow) you’re unfamiliar with the scene, check it out below.
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- Phil Mickelson drops big retirement hint; Says LIV will grow the game “on a much more global basis”
- 2-time major champ announces shock retirement from the sport at age of 33
- Tiger explains why golf has “negative connotations” for daughter Sam
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Phil Mickelson drops big retirement hint; Says LIV will grow the game ‘on a much more global basis’
While speaking with Bloomberg, golf legend Phil Mickelson acknowledged that he is inching close towards retirement.
“I’m 53 now,” Phil said, “and my career, you know, it’s — if I’m being truthful, it’s on — it’s — it’s — I’m a — it’s towards its end.”
Mickelson added that one of his focuses now is helping other young players.
“Now, I would like to help others find the same enjoyment and fulfillment that the game has provided me. I’d like them to experience that as well.”
The six-time major champion credited LIV with reaching new markets in golf to help it grow.
“I think that’s exciting for everyone involved in the game because we are going to reach markets that we didn’t reach before. I think it’s going to inspire more golf courses, inspire more manufacturers selling clubs and equipment, but also inspiring young kids to try to play golf professionally. I just see that the game of golf is going to grow on a much more global basis because of the excitement and the presence that LIV Golf has.”
Mickelson is playing at this week’s LIV Singapore and shot a first round 72 (+1).
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- 2-time major champ announces shock retirement from the sport at age of 33
- Edoardo Molinari reveals the latest PGA Tour golfer to turn down ‘good offer’ from LIV Golf
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Tiger explains why golf has ‘negative connotations’ for daughter Sam
While Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie, has certainly inherited his father’s love for golf, his daughter, Sam, has not.
On Wednesday, Tiger made an appearance on The Today Show with Carson Daly and explained his daughter’s relationship with golf.
“Golf has negative connotations for her. When she was growing up, golf took daddy away from her. I had to pack, I had to leave, and I was gone for weeks. So, there were negative connotations to it.
“We developed our own relationship and our own rapport outside of golf. We do things that doesn’t involve golf. Meanwhile, my son and I, everything we do is golf related.”
The nine-minute interview touches on plenty of other subjects, such as Tiger’s relationship with his late father, Earl.
It’s arguably the most open we’ve seen the 15-time major champion in an interview and is most definitely worth watching.
Tiger Woods sits down with Carson Daly to talk about golf, growing up in Southern California, his father and his new apparel line, Sun Day Red. pic.twitter.com/2TFbSNxzxq
— TODAY (@TODAYshow) May 1, 2024
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