2024 Golf Updates: The Sentry Tournament and PIF Negotiations
In this episode, Matt Cook gives updates on the PGA Tour and PIF, discusses the century tournament of champions, and shares some personal anecdotes from New Year's celebrations. He provides an in-depth analysis of key players including Scottie Scheffler, Victor Holveland, Ludwig Auburg, and Colin Morikawa. The episode also explores Jason Day's brand switch, upcoming interviews, players' compensation for the Ryder Cup, and the latest live golf news. Finally, there's a preview of the Century Tournament of Champions and a look ahead at the Sony Open.
Key Points
- The century tournament of champions at Kapalua is a unique par 73 course featuring top 50 FedEx cup finishers and tour winners, excluding those who have moved to LIV Golf.
- Max Homa is the host's pick for the winner at the century tournament of champions, noting his recent Ryder Cup performance and intense training in Scottsdale.
- The PGA Tour and PIF (Public Investment Fund) are working towards a deal with PIF expected to be a minority co-investor, not taking full control as previously speculated.
On this episode of the Pull Hook Golf podcast, host Matt Cook kicks off the first episode of the new year by thanking the listeners for their support and announcing that the podcast has reached number four on the Spotify podcast list of top golf podcasts. He previews the upcoming Sentry Tournament at Kapalua and discusses the betting odds for the event. Matt also introduces the new Swannies Style segment, where he talks about recent sponsorship deals and changes in golf apparel. He provides updates on the PGA Tour and PIF (the Magic Dragon)'s negotiations and shares the latest LIV Golf news, including Cam Smith's wedding and Brooks Koepka's New Year's Eve celebration.
Key Takeaways:
The Sentry Tournament is taking place at Kapalua, the only par 73 course on the PGA Tour
Scottie Scheffler is the top favorite to win the tournament, but Max Homa is Matt's pick for the win
Jason Day has switched from Nike to Malbon for his golf apparel
Xander Schauffele has left Adidas and is now representing Descente
The PGA Tour and PIF (the Magic Dragon) have extended their negotiations deadline to March 2024
Patrick Cantlay addresses his role on the PGA Tour policy board and his relationship with Rory McIlroy
Billy Horschel wanted $45 million to join Live Golf, according to Ian Poulter
Listeners get 25% off at Swannies Golf when using promo code PullHookGolf25 at checkout
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