Viva Las Vegas! The Shriners Open is Back!
Pull Hook Golf
Welcome to the Pull Hook Golf podcast with host Matt Cook, a Mini Tour dropout, who brings an uncensored look at golf with current co-host, golf influencer Buttsy. Featuring raw interviews with Tour Players, Caddies, Instructors and influential voices.
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Viva Las Vegas! The Shriners Open is Back!

S3 E142 • Oct 17, 2024 • 76 mins

Matt Cook is joined by Brent Grant, who filled in for Buttsy at the last minute, for a dynamic episode filled with golf insights and humor. They delve into The Tee Off Report with Brent sharing his pet peeves. The conversation highlights the Black Desert Championship, celebrating Matt McCarty's success and a humorous tale of Matt Cook's surprise 40-yard dash victory. The episode previews the Shriners Open, exploring TPC Summerlin's strategy and player insights. They discuss Korn Ferry Tour enhancements, financial hurdles for players, and Bernard Langer's retirement. The episode wraps up with a LIV Golf Update, a debate on L.A.B. putters, personal putter stories, and news about an upcoming YouTube channel.

Key Points

  • Brent Grant discusses the significant financial and logistical challenges faced by golfers on the Korn Ferry Tour, including the lack of substantial earnings for those not finishing in the top 75
  • Matt Cook and Brent Grant debate the effectiveness and legitimacy of L.A.B. Golf putters, with Brent expressing skepticism about their claimed benefits
  • The episode highlights an upcoming special segment featuring Ryan French discussing issues and controversies surrounding the PGA Tour's financial decisions and player support systems
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