Gary Williams opens this episode of 5 Clubs with an emotional discussion on Tiger Woods announcing that he is stepping away from golf to focus on his health and recovery. Gary reflects on Tiger’s statement, what it means for the game, and why this moment is bigger than golf.

Then, The Athletic’s Gabby Herzig joins the show to preview the 2026 Masters. Gabby explains why Rory McIlroy’s relationship with Augusta National has completely changed after finally winning the Masters, how his mindset differs from previous years, and whether he is ready to defend his Green Jacket. She also discusses Scottie Scheffler’s recent struggles, Bryson DeChambeau and Rory’s growing rivalry, Tommy Fleetwood’s major chances, and what to watch heading into Masters week.

Later, Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis joins Gary from San Antonio to share his favorite Masters memories, the biggest storylines entering Augusta National, and what he expects from Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and Bryson DeChambeau during one of the biggest weeks in golf.

To close out the show, Keith Stewart from Read The Line joins Gary to break down the 2026 Valero Texas Open, discuss who has value heading into the week, and reveal his best bets. Keith and Gary also make their Picks of the Week.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Thoughts on Tiger Woods Stepping Away

9:30 Gabby Herzig

26:00 Todd Lewis

39:10 Keith Stewart

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On this episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reacts to the latest news surrounding Tiger Woods and discusses what it could mean heading into Masters week.

Gary is joined by Emilia Doran, former Wake Forest National Champion and Golf Channel analyst, to preview the Augusta National Women’s Amateur, break down the top contenders, and share what it is like to compete at Augusta National.

Chris “Mad Dog” Russo joins the show to talk Masters season, Augusta National’s place among the greatest venues in sports, and the players he has his eye on this spring.

Acclaimed golf writer Alan Shipnuck stops by to discuss his new Rory McIlroy biography, why now was the right time to write the book, and what Rory’s career grand slam means for his legacy.

Plus, Chantel McCabe joins Gary to give her thoughts on the Augusta National Women’s Amateur field and the biggest storylines heading into one of the biggest weeks in golf.

5 Clubs airs live on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM Channel 92.

0:00 Tiger Woods Update

15:10 Emilia Doran

32:25 Chris "Mad Dog" Russo

55:55 Alan Shipnuck

1:18:05 Chantel McCabe

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Gary Williams opens this episode of 5 Clubs by looking back at the weekend winners, including an emotional and inspiring victory by Gary Woodland at the Texas Children's Houston Open. Gary reflects on what the win means, considering everything Woodland has battled through and why it is one of the best stories in golf.

Then Gary is joined by Ron Green Jr., longtime golf writer and columnist, to discuss what has changed to Augusta National Golf Club, how fans and players function without their phones during Masters week, what Rory McIlroy must do to repeat at The Masters, the pressure facing Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, the impact of Fred Ridley on Augusta National, and the latest surrounding Tiger Woods.

Later, Gary welcomes Josh Carpenter, from Sports Business Journal, to break down Season 2 of TGL, whether the league has become over-sponsored, what the future of its television coverage looks like, and the latest business update involving Tiger Woods. Josh also discusses Augusta National’s new player facility, why it is such a smart addition, what it means that Prime Video will be showing the Masters and what that could mean for the future of golf on streaming.

0:00 Weekend Winners

6:35 Gary Woodland

15:15 Ron Green Jr.

31:00 Josh Carpenter

42:46 Final Thoughts

Gary also briefly shares why Michael Thorbjornsen could be a player to watch this week. 5 Clubs airs live on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM Channel 92.