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The most viral golf moments of 2021
We all know that Tiger moves the needle in the world of golf, but there were plenty of other moments in 2021 that sent us all into a frenzy. I’m here to remind you of the stories you forgot about and the stories that the pros probably wish they could forget about. Without further ado, here’s the funny, the heartwarming, the good and the bad viral moments of 2021.
January
The year in golf started off on an interesting note. Was mercury in retrograde? Are golfers just strange sometimes? Tom Watson somehow came up with a new way to wear headphones, and thus the first Golf Meme of 2021 was born.
February
The golf world stood still on February 23 when Woods was involved in a serious car crash in Los Angeles. There was an outpouring of love and support from across the globe, and many pros chose to wear Sunday red in honor of Woods the following Sunday.
Most people have a tough time pulling off the red-and-black look. Tommy Fleetwood is not most people. This man looks glorious pic.twitter.com/z0phrtvHFa— Dylan Dethier (@dylan_dethier) February 28, 2021
Seemed fitting for tomorrow after the kind of week we’ve had… Black and red on Sunday for TW! pic.twitter.com/TOUcWnUf1p— Justin Thomas (@JustinThomas34) February 28, 2021
Sunday red ❤️@ANNIKA59 | @PGATOUR | @GainbridgeLPGA pic.twitter.com/o2FHDPPUGf— LPGA (@LPGA) February 28, 2021
It’s a @TigerWoods Sunday for the maintenance staff at the @PuertoRicoOpen. @PGATOUR pic.twitter.com/OheyF4o1N8— PGA TOUR Communications (@PGATOURComms) February 28, 2021
?#NEW: Jason Day, Justin Thomas, Min Woo Lee and Sebastian Munoz arrive on Sunday red ?⚫️ pic.twitter.com/ZPa3dMtlLT— TWLEGION (@TWlegion) February 28, 2021
A last-minute shopping trip to buy a red shirt with a logo he never thought he’d wear. All worth it in support of Tiger. pic.twitter.com/KAqDYD0ArW— PGA TOUR Champions (@ChampionsTour) March 1, 2021
It is hard to explain how touching today was when I turned on the tv and saw all the red shirts. To every golfer and every fan, you are truly helping me get through this tough time.— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) March 1, 2021
March
Love him or hate him, Bryson DeChambeau’s drives are fun to watch. At Bay Hill, DeChambeau took an outrageous line on the 565-yard, dogleg par-5 at the Arnold Palmer Invitational not once, but twice. It’s safe to say the fans were excited over his two 370-plus-yard drives.
370 yards. ??
The longest drive on the 6th hole since 2003.#QuickHits pic.twitter.com/zkL2jlU8S3— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) March 6, 2021
Drive: 377 yards.
Distance to the pin: 88 yards.@B_DeChambeau does it again at No. 6.#QuickHits pic.twitter.com/HYSyDvQCMm— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) March 7, 2021
On to the Players Championship. Call it the fifth major or whatever you want, the event is one of the most exciting of the year. That combined with the Twitter star that is Ben An, and you’ve got yourself this funny viral moment.
@ByeongHunAn https://t.co/BqQcee3cwo— Byeong Hun An (@ByeongHunAn) March 11, 2021
Thank you https://t.co/0EWKvRFU8T— Byeong Hun An (@ByeongHunAn) March 12, 2021
Ok, ok. Perhaps it wasn’t funny for An in the moment. Carding an 11 anywhere is no laughing matter … until a few hours later. An handled it perfectly.
April
We’ve always had the Masters to look forward to in April, but now we have the Augusta National Women’s Amateur as well. Before we get into that, we must address the two former World No. 1’s who re-entered the winner’s circle.
After 1,351 days, he’s back in the winner’s circle. ?
Jordan Spieth earns his 12th PGA Tour victory and first win since the 2017 Open Championship at the Valero Texas Open. pic.twitter.com/WBGEcDeZAv— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) April 4, 2021
On to Masters week. After breaking the color barrier at the Masters in 1975, Lee Elder made history at Augusta once again in 2021 when he joined Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player as an honorary starter.
Will Zalatoris turned heads all week at the Masters, not just because he was contending. People noticed that he resembles one of the caddies from Happy Gilmore, and even Adam Sandler got involved in the bit.
If you’re ever in need of a caddie again let me know. I’ll be better this time. I’m always available for you, Mr. Gilmore. https://t.co/R1e8awZIvh— Will Zalatoris (@WillZalatoris) April 12, 2021
There were a handful of humorous moments at the 2021 Masters, but this moment from Hideki’s caddie was as wholesome as they get.
Hideki Matsuyama’s caddie, Shota Hayafuji, removing his hat and bowing his head after returning the pin.
Quite an image. pic.twitter.com/chUVA9XRTF— Sean Zak (@Sean_Zak) April 11, 2021
Masters week ended with two Japanese winners: Hideki Matsuyama and Tsubasa Kajitani.
The morning after his Masters victory, Mastuyama was photographed looking like any old guy at the airport … with the addition of a green jacket, of course.
The Masters may have ended on the 11th, but there were still a handful of big golf moments later in the month. For instance, the birth of the famous LPGA hoodie.
The Player Impact Program news broke in April, as well. Golf Twitter hasn’t been the same since.
PGA Tour’s new incentive plan is schoolyard math, and it makes perfect sense — cool kids keep their lunch money. https://t.co/Zts9apfnFq via @golfweek— Eamon Lynch (@eamonlynch) April 21, 2021
And finally, Tiger posted his first photo since his accident on April 23.
May
The PGA Championship provided a plethora of viral moments, starting with Phil and the drone. Hey, when you’re on your way to becoming the oldest major champion of all-time, you can request whatever you want.
“Can you please move that drone from my flight?
“Not only is it annoying, but it’s gonna hit it.”
SICK pic.twitter.com/XYT13yjH31— Sean Zak (@Sean_Zak) May 22, 2021
It wouldn’t be a proper golf tournament without some sort of Brooks and Bryson interaction, which is exactly what we got at Kiawah. That came in the form of a leaked video. It’s been taken down from most platforms, but I was able to find one living copy of it here.
I could’ve dedicated this entire article to viral Brooks and Bryson moments from 2021, but you can learn all about that here. And for our last PGA Championship viral moment, Phil took to Twitter to celebrate his win.
June
June got off to an unfortunate start when Jon Rahm tested positive for COVID-19 with a six-shot lead at the Memorial.
Jon Rahm was forced to withdraw from the Memorial seconds after completing his third round due to a positive Covid-19 test. https://t.co/7sQN6CLWbT— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) June 5, 2021
Then things took an interesting turn when the Premier Golf League published this open letter to the world of golf. I’m still not entirely sure what to make of it.
An open letter to the world of golf from the PGL team
Find out more ? https://t.co/rXO4jz389C pic.twitter.com/NuJYKf4ZrJ— Premier Golf League (@premgolfleague) June 8, 2021
On to the U.S. Open. First, Viktor Hovland withdrew due to sand in his eye and then wrote a hilarious Instagram caption to explain the situation.
And then outgoing USGA executive Mike Davis caddied for marker Jason Gore in Round 3.
We can’t forget the two insanely clutch putts that earned Rahm his first major title.
Last but not least, Phil Mickelson spent some time with Kelley Cahill Rahm and Kepa Rahm while Jon hit balls in case of a potential playoff.
Phil bringing over a chair for Kelly and the baby to sit and watch Rahm hit balls is the sweetest ? @PhilMickelson @usopengolf pic.twitter.com/aE4x09AVl3— Kira K. Dixon (@KiraDixon) June 21, 2021
“I didn’t sign up for a Phireside chat” pic.twitter.com/bVtqvQRdBt— claire rogers (@kclairerogers) June 21, 2021
Nelly Korda capped off the month of June by winning her first major at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and becoming the World No. 1.
MAJOR CHAMPION.
Nelly Korda makes history in Atlanta at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship ? pic.twitter.com/AWncpUzsGG— LPGA (@LPGA) June 27, 2021
July
Ah, Open Championship month and the start of the Olympics. July delivered a handful of viral moments. Let’s start with Paul Larsen, head greenskeeper at Royal St. George’s.
This is Royal St. George’s head greenskeeper ? pic.twitter.com/kIMiuH6EMV— LKD (@LukeKerrDineen) July 14, 2021
Check out that hair. Next up, we have some golf action in Tokyo.
Went into the Olympic village for a nice workout last night. Safe to say there weren’t many athletes fighting me for the 20 lb dumbbells ?— Justin Thomas (@JustinThomas34) July 26, 2021
Relatable. And although Patrick Reed got a late start, he arrived to the games in style.
August
It’s safe to say it was REALLY hot at the women’s Olympic golf tournament. So hot, in fact, that some players wore cooling vests to combat the extreme temperatures.
Some golf moments seem like they happened just yesterday. Rory throwing his 3-wood at Liberty National is one of those moments.
Why did Rory McIlroy spend so much time hitting 3-woods on the range yesterday?
“I threw my 3-wood onto the New Jersey Turnpike off the 9th hole on Monday, so I was without a 3-wood coming here,” he said.
“If someone wants to go get a 3-wood, there’s one in there somewhere.”— Dylan Dethier (@dylan_dethier) August 25, 2021
September
The month of team golf. Let’s kick things off with a look back at the Solheim Cup. It’s safe to say it was a fun time, and the European Team went back-to-back.
Macarena dance time with @carlotagolf on the first tee ? pic.twitter.com/Wep5o22j0j— The Solheim Cup (@TheSolheimCup) September 6, 2021
.@SolheimCupEuro wins back-to-back Solheim Cup! ? pic.twitter.com/264saO1vEl— The Solheim Cup (@TheSolheimCup) September 6, 2021
Up next: iron covers. I know most of the golf world shuns them, but we found one exception in September. Pro Aaron Rai uses them, and for good reason.
And now over to the Ryder Cup. There were a lot of viral moments that occurred at Whistling Straits, so for time’s sake, I’ll present each without comment.
No. 23 at the 43rd Ryder Cup. ? pic.twitter.com/EHnPrfBEa4— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) September 24, 2021
Teammates hug. pic.twitter.com/KfIUrJRzEg— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) September 26, 2021
Bryson got a lot of attention in September, as he competed in the World Long Drive after the Ryder Cup.
403 yards.
Bryson WINS heat 3. He’s going nuts on the tee box pic.twitter.com/AL6aevkDQP— James Colgan (@jamescolgan26) September 28, 2021
October
On October 16, K.H. Lee, a golfer who I previously knew very little about, became my hero.
Next up is Brian Morris, the head pro at Ocean View Golf Course in Bermuda, who is battling inoperable brain cancer and teed it up in the Bermuda Championship.
For nearly two years, Brian Morris has undergone chemotherapy every three weeks.
He has terminal cancer.@Bermuda_Champ granted the 53-year-old Bermudian pro a sponsor’s exemption.
He’ll live out his lifelong dream this week. pic.twitter.com/VyDUxWTMkb— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) October 25, 2021
“My outlet is golf and I think that I’m better for it.”
Brian Morris’ dream of playing on the PGA TOUR becomes a reality today @Bermuda_Champ.
The local pro has been battling stage IV cancer for nearly two years. pic.twitter.com/nPHphxhtrP— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) October 28, 2021
And finally, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen dressed up as Phil Mickelson for Halloween.
November
First up is Rory’s ripped shirt at the European Tour finale.
Frustrations boiled over for Rory after a final-round 74.
(Via @tourmiss) pic.twitter.com/adHruD8T7u— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) November 21, 2021
And just when we thought that would be the biggest golf moment of the day, Tiger posted this.
Making progress pic.twitter.com/sVQkxEHJmq— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) November 21, 2021
A week and a half later, Tiger had his first press conference in nine months in November at the Hero World Challenge.
December
The Hero World Challenge was still underway when the calendar turned to December, and all of Golf Twitter lost their minds when Tiger was seen hitting balls in Sunday red.
Missed that Sunday Red.pic.twitter.com/DD0AOIJ6y1— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) December 5, 2021
Three days later, Tiger committed to the PNC Championship, and the golf world once again exploded.
Although it’s been a long and challenging year, I am very excited to close it out by competing in the @PNCchampionship with my son Charlie. I’m playing as a Dad and couldn’t be more excited and proud.— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) December 8, 2021
Nelly Korda won a major and an Olympic gold this year. She might be the best female golfer in the world! So watching her geek out over meeting Tiger Woods was the best thing I saw today pic.twitter.com/c2HPOMhs3C— Dylan Dethier (@dylan_dethier) December 19, 2021
Nelly Korda won a major and an Olympic gold this year. She might be the best female golfer in the world! So watching her geek out over meeting Tiger Woods was the best thing I saw today pic.twitter.com/c2HPOMhs3C— Dylan Dethier (@dylan_dethier) December 19, 2021
❤️pic.twitter.com/UsfLTtULnG— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) December 19, 2021
And finally, I’ll leave you with this PGA Tour-DP World Tour collab that is so, so good. Happy New Year, everyone. Here’s to more golf virality in 2022.
It’s year-end review time… pic.twitter.com/6GhXaI6127— GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) December 27, 2021
This article originally appeared on Golf.com.
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Stop Wasting Strokes: 5 Simple Drills to Kill the Dreaded 3-Putt
Tired of ruining a great hole with the dreaded 3-putt? These 5 simple drills fix your speed, conquer pressure, and turn three putts into two.
There is no feeling in golf quite as demoralizing as the 3-putt.
You smash a perfect drive. You hit a pure iron shot that lands safely on the green. You’re feeling like a pro, walking up to your ball with a birdie on your mind.
Then, disaster strikes. You blaze the first putt eight feet past the hole. Your comebacker for par is a nervous, jabby stroke that lips out. You tap in for a bogey, walking off the green with that all-too-familiar feeling of frustration, your good shots completely wasted.
The 3-putt is the great scorecard killer. It’s the difference between breaking 90 and shooting 95. The good news? It’s almost always the easiest problem to fix. It’s not about buying a $500 putter; it’s about controlling your speed and handling pressure.
Here are 5 simple, time-tested drills to kill the 3-putt and make you a confident force on the greens.
Why You 3-Putt (It’s Not What You Think)
Most amateurs 3-putt for two simple reasons, and neither has to do with a “bad stroke”:
- Poor Lag Putting: You leave your first putt so far from the hole that the second putt is still a challenge.
- Missed “Knee-Knockers”: You can’t consistently sink putts inside 3-5 feet.
These five drills are designed to fix both of those problems, starting today.
5 Drills to Become a 2-Putt Machine
Find a practice green and spend 20 minutes on these. You’ll see results in your very next round.
1. The Ladder Drill (For Lag Control)
This is the ultimate drill for dialing in your speed control.
- How to do it: Place three balls at 20, 30, and 40 feet from a hole (or use tees if you’re just practicing speed).
- The Goal: Hit the 20-foot putt, then the 30-foot, then the 40-foot. Your only goal is to get all three putts to stop within a 3-foot radius of the hole (imagine a hula-hoop around the cup).
- Why it works: It trains your brain to instinctively understand how hard to hit a putt based on distance. You’ll stop blazing putts 10 feet by or leaving them 10 feet short.
2. The Clock Drill (For Short Putt Pressure)
You must be automatic from three feet. This drill adds the pressure you feel on the course.
- How to do it: Place 12 balls in a 3-foot circle around the hole (like the numbers on a clock).
- The Goal: Go around the clock and make all 12 putts in a row. If you miss one, you must start over from the beginning.
- Why it works: It’s not just about mechanics; it’s about focus. When you get to ball #10, you will feel the pressure. This simulates the feeling of having to make a putt for par.
3. The Gate Drill (For a Pure Roll)
Missed short putts are often caused by a poor starting line. This drill gives you instant feedback.
- How to do it: Find a straight, 5-foot putt. Place two tees on the ground just wide enough for your putter head to pass through. About a foot in front of your ball, place two more tees just slightly wider than the ball itself.
- The Goal: Stroke the putter through the first “gate” and roll the ball through the second “gate.”
- Why it works: If you hit the ball off-center or have a wobbly stroke, the ball will hit the second gate. It forces you to hit the sweet spot and start the ball exactly where you’re aiming.
4. The 100-Footer (The “No 3-Putt” Zone)
This drill is simple: go to one end of the practice green and putt to a hole on the opposite end. Your goal is not to make it, but to get it inside that imaginary 3-foot circle. Do this 10 times. This makes 30 and 40-footers on the course feel like tap-ins by comparison.
5. The “Read, Roll, and React” Drill
Stop agonizing over every putt. This drill teaches you to trust your first instinct.
- How to do it: Take three balls to a 25-foot breaking putt.
- The Goal: You have 20 seconds total. In that time, you must read the green, take one practice stroke, and hit all three putts.
- Why it works: It stops “paralysis by analysis.” It trains you to pick a line, trust your speed, and accept the result. You’ll be amazed at how much better your instincts are than your over-analytical brain.
It’s About Process, Not Perfection
You’re still going to 3-putt occasionally. Even the pros do. But by practicing these drills, you’ll be building confidence and skill. You’ll stop fearing long putts and start knowing you can get them close. That confidence is the real secret to finally killing the 3-putt for good.
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Stop Trying So Hard: A Zen Guide to Golf That’ll Have You Saying ‘Gunga Galunga’
Tired of your scorecard looking like a phone number? Maybe the problem isn’t your swing, it’s that little voice in your head. It’s time to empty the bucket, stop overthinking, and learn how to ‘be the ball.’ It’s a lot simpler than you think, and the results are… well, they’re nice.
I see a lot of you out there. Knuckles white, teeth grinding, a vein popping in your forehead because you left a ten-foot putt an inch short. You look like you’re trying to solve a complex math problem, not hit a little white ball into a slightly larger hole. You’re trying so hard, you can’t even see what you’re doing.
A long time ago, the Dalai Lama himself, a big hitter, told me something that’s stuck with me. “Total consciousness.” So I got that goin’ for me, which is nice. But what does that mean for you, standing over a 4-iron with water on the right and nothing but trouble on the left?
It means you have to stop thinking.
That little voice in your head? The one reminding you about your slice, or that you duffed the last chip, or that Judge Smails is watching from the clubhouse patio? You need to tell that voice to take a little vacation. Send it to the 19th hole for a Fresca. Your brain is a powerful tool, but on the golf course, it’s usually on the other team’s payroll.
The secret is simple. You have to be the ball.
Now, don’t take it literally. You don’t need to become a dimpled sphere of Surlyn. That’s a whole other level of Zen, and honestly, the lawnmowers are a real hazard. To “be the ball” is to see the shot before it happens. It’s a feeling. You look at the target, you see the flight of the ball in your mind-a nice, gentle draw landing softly on the green-and then you just… let it happen.
Think of it like this: you are the ball, the club is just an extension of your arm, and your arm is just a noodle doing what the universe tells it to do. See it, feel it, and then let your body take over. Nanananana…
The more you force it, the worse it gets. It’s like trying to hold water in your fist. You squeeze with all your might, and it just slips through your fingers. But if you relax, cup your hands gently, you can hold it. Your golf swing is the same. Loosen that death grip, relax your shoulders, and just let the club flow.
Golf isn’t a game of perfect. It’s a game of managing the imperfect. It’s about finding that one pure shot in a round that makes you feel connected to everything. That’s the feeling that brings you back. So next time you’re out there, take a deep breath. Look at the trees, listen to the birds, and remember that you’re just a blip in the cosmos hitting a ball with a stick.
Empty the bucket. Stop trying. And just be the ball. You’ll be surprised at what happens when you get out of your own way.
If this little nugget of wisdom helps you find your flow, do me a favor and share it with a friend who’s stuck in their head. The world needs less thinking and more ‘nanananana’. And for more insights from the links, follow us on social media. It’s the Zen thing to do.
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Legendary Golf Coaches and Their Signature Teaching Techniques
A Deep Dive into the Art of Golf Coaching. There are few sports as mentally challenging and technically nuanced as golf.
There are few sports as mentally challenging and technically nuanced as golf. The game demands a unique blend of physical precision, mental resilience, and strategic insight. As such, the role of a golf coach extends far beyond mere swing mechanics and course management. They also play a crucial part in shaping the mindset and overall approach of the player. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve into the profound impact that legendary golf coaches have had on the sport, highlighting their signature teaching styles that have produced world-class golfers and changed the face of golf across generations.

Butch Harmon: The Guru of Simplification
Butch Harmon is a name that resonates with any serious golf enthusiast. Known for his work with Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, and Greg Norman, Harmon’s coaching style is characterized by its simplicity. He focuses on making the swing as effortless as possible, keeping technical jargon to a minimum and emphasizing feel and natural movement. His approach has proven successful, with his students winning numerous major championships.

David Leadbetter: The Technician
David Leadbetter, renowned for his work with Nick Faldo, is often considered a technician in golf coaching. He pays great attention to minute details of the swing, believing that consistency and efficiency come from mastering the fundamentals. Leadbetter introduced the “A Swing,” a technique designed to simplify the golf swing while increasing efficiency and reducing strain on the body.

Hank Haney: The Strategist
Best known for his six-year coaching tenure with Tiger Woods, Hank Haney is a strategist at heart. Haney emphasizes the importance of course management and strategic decision-making, helping players choose the best shot for any given situation. His teaching style aims to help players understand their strengths and weaknesses, thereby maximizing scoring opportunities on the course.

Sean Foley: The Modernist
Sean Foley represents a new wave of golf coaching, blending traditional golf instruction with modern technology. Notably, he uses advanced tools like 3D motion analysis and Trackman to provide detailed feedback on swing mechanics. Foley, who has worked with players like Justin Rose and Tiger Woods, believes in a holistic approach, incorporating physical fitness and mental preparation into his coaching regimen.
Pete Cowen: The Philosopher
Pete Cowen, known for his work with major winners like Brooks Koepka and Graeme McDowell, approaches golf coaching from a philosophical perspective. Cowen’s teaching style emphasizes the importance of mental strength, discipline, and a strong work ethic. He believes in building a solid foundation, focusing on short game and wedge play, and then working up to full swings.
Legendary golf coaches like Butch Harmon, David Leadbetter, Hank Haney, Sean Foley, and Pete Cowen have left an indelible mark on the sport. Their unique teaching styles, whether it be simplification, technical precision, strategic insight, technological innovation, or philosophical approach, have helped shape the careers of many world-class golfers. Aspiring golfers and coaches can learn a great deal from their methodologies, applying these lessons to improve their own game or coaching style. After all, golf is not just about the swing; it’s about the approach, both on and off the course.
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