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Is Bernhard Langer Cheating?

S4 E186 • Aug 14, 2025 • 80 mins

Join Matt Cook and Josh Gold as they dive into the world of professional golf. They tackle controversies like cheating on the champions tour, performance enhancers, and Bernhard Langer's anchoring scandal. Josh shares insights from Palm Brook Golf Club, while Matt recounts his own comeback story and mental battles with the yips. The episode features an interview with Langer, discusses recent tournaments, player dynamics, and future prospects like Scottie Scheffler's FedEx Cup hopes and JJ Spaun's Ryder Cup potential. Reflections on Langer's allegations and golf improvement wrap up the discussion.

Key Points

A caddie from the Champions Tour expressed deep resentment towards Bernhard Langer, accusing him of cheating and highlighting the potential impact on other players' careers.
Despite the USGA's rule against anchoring putters, video evidence suggests Bernhard Langer's forearm often touches his chest during putts, raising questions about rule enforcement and intent.
Justin Rose's remarkable performance, including birdies on four of the last five holes and two birdies in the playoff, secured his victory at the St. Jude Championship.

Speakers

Josh Gold

Guest • 51%

Matt Cook

Host • 49%

Chapters

0:00	Message from a Champions Tour caddie and impact of rule violations on careers
1:10	Concept of a 'no rules' sports league
1:33	Introduction to the episode and guest Josh Gold
2:11	Josh Gold's Instagram and backstory
2:43	Discussing Bernhard Langer's alleged cheating
4:22	Sponsor: Devereux Golf, Vice Golf, Rockform, Jones Golf, Stark Health
7:53	Special introduction of guest Josh Gold
8:59	Josh Gold's journey into and career in golf
16:19	The vibe at Palm Brook Golf Club and public interactions
19:02	Matt Cook's 5 a.m. comeback and work with Josh Gold
21:44	Dealing with the yips and mental game strategies
26:02	Winning the tournament and playing with a handicap
27:18	Importance of playing regularly and building confidence
30:33	Learning from the mental journey and routine building
31:05	Bernhard Langer's potential anchoring scandal
32:31	Langer's history with putting yips and long putters
33:59	USGA rule changes on anchoring and forearm use
37:15	Visual evidence and analysis of Langer's putting technique
46:33	Insights from professional players and USGA officials on the controversy
57:18	Matt's desire to interview Bernhard Langer
1:01:48	Upcoming changes to the anchoring rule by the USGA
1:01:57	Recap of the FedEx Cup St. Jude Championship and Justin Rose's performance
1:09:22	Discussion on Scottie Scheffler's and Rickie Fowler's seasons
1:13:27	Xander Schauffele's struggles and BMW Championship preview
1:15:51	Reflecting on the golf coaching journey
1:17:14	Thanking Josh Gold for his insights
1:18:17

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