On this Thursday, January 2nd, we analyze the psychological drivers behind Koepka’s LIV departure, revisit Tiger’s insane prime fitness routine, and discuss Shane Lowry’s raw admission about body image.

• Smylie Kaufman theorizes that Koepka left LIV because he craves the "friction" of elite competition, contrasting him with Bryson DeChambeau, who flourishes as the "center of gravity" in an entertainment-first format.
• Quote: Brooks requires "friction" to thrive; Bryson needs to be the show.
• The Human Angle: Jena Sims’ emotional Instagram post highlights their family’s need for stability and peace after a tragic year.

• We celebrate the Big 5-0 by looking back at Tiger’s prime daily torture: running eight miles, lifting heavy, and playing other sports—a stark contrast to his current modest goal of simply playing again.
• The Regimen: 4-mile run (morning) + Lift + Tennis/Basketball + 4-mile run (evening).
• Fun Fact: Even at 50, he’s still plugged in, sending fresh Sun Day Red gear to LSU coach Lane Kiffin.

• Shane Lowry gets raw in the *Irish Times* about dropping 14kg and fighting body insecurity, while we analyze Nelly Korda’s winless-but-consistent 2025 and the industry calls for "Caitlin Clark" levels of marketing.
• The Stat: Lowry is down from 114kg to 100kg; Korda made 19 of 19 cuts in 2025.
• The Defense: Jason Day defends Korda’s game on *The Lads*, citing a lack of visibility rather than skill.

Trump Admin terminates National Links Trust lease in D.C. • Michael Thorbjornsen debuts for Boston Common Golf • Rory McIlroy’s alternate life in sports science

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We kick off 2026 breaking down Brooks Koepka’s shock return to the PGA Tour and celebrating Tiger Woods’ milestone 50th birthday.

• Brooks Koepka shocks the golf world by terminating his LIV contract to return to the PGA Tour, forfeiting $100 million and handing the Smash GC captaincy to Talor Gooch.
• The reaction is split: Brandel Chamblee demands consequences for the "marquee legitimizer," while Billy Horschel takes a pragmatic stance fueled by his new equity stake.
• Meanwhile, Bryson DeChambeau watches from the sidelines, using Koepka’s exit as leverage for his own expiring deal.

• Tiger Woods turns 50 with tributes pouring in from Magic Johnson and Steph Curry ("coming for your wallet"), plus a cheeky "old fart" jab from Min Woo Lee.
• Things get weird with a psychic predicting a future LIV move for the Big Cat and Rachel Uchitel’s awkwardly timed wedding at The Breakers.
• "I didn't kill someone." — Uchitel addresses the media on her big day.

• We pay our respects to Masashi "Jumbo" Ozaki, the baseball-pro-turned-golfer who racked up a staggering 113 professional wins.
• Recalling the 1990 Masters where Jack Nicklaus scrambled to get his hands on Ozaki’s "Professional Weapon" driver.

Pros roast LeBron’s swing • The Sentry cancelled (Maui water issues) • LIV pivots to 72 holes • Nelly Korda’s winless streak hits 21

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We close out the year breaking down Scottie Scheffler’s ruthless money match at Cypress Point and the brutal tax realities explaining the LIV Golf exodus.

• Fresh off the "ravioli incident," Scottie Scheffler showed no mercy at Cypress Point, going six-under through six holes while giving caddie Ted Scott ten shots. The verbal beating was so severe Scott paid $100 on the 7th tee just to make it stop.
• Quote: Scheffler loudly counting down the remaining strokes: "Nine... Eight..."
• The Angle: Proving the hand injury is fine and the killer instinct is fully intact.

• Kevin Kisner exposes the financial mechanics of the PGA Tour, revealing that after caddie fees (8-10%), coaching costs (4%), and double taxation across states, players only pocket about 30% of their gross earnings compared to LIV's net contracts.
• The Stat: A $1M check often turns into $300k in the bank.
• The Reality: Why the "exodus" is strictly a business decision.

• Steve Flesch warns that the Champions Tour is physically unprepared for Tiger Woods, lacking the ropes, security, and concessions infrastructure to handle the crowds if the icon decides to commit to an event at the last minute.
• The Theory: Dr. Daniel Siegel’s "Window of Tolerance" regarding Tiger's anxiety.

R&A ends 40-year bunker raker tradition • Jon Rahm calls JJ Watt the "worst" celeb golfer • Texas Tech football relies on oil staying over $60/barrel

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