Fred Altvater and Carlos Torres check-in on the world of golf to bring you the latest news, insights, analysis, recaps, previews and interviews.
On The Weekend Backspin, they recap Bubba Watson’s win at the Northern Trust Open; Haru Nomura held off Lydia Ko to win her first LPGA Tour event at ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open; Marcus Fraser claimed his third European tour title in the inaugural Maybank Championship Malaysia, and Erynne Lee won the Symetra Tour season opener, the IOA Championship, as Nelly Korda made her pro debut.
The Par-5 News presented by United Golf Network, has the latest on Robert Lusetich’s report that Tiger Woods’ back condition may have worsened and what this means for his potential return; the story that changed the life of PGA Tour rookie Rob Oppenheim; Marc Leishman’s unusual reaction to prescription medicine; Kenny Perry’s “Freak Show” comments; the Royal Company of Edinburg Golfers to vote on including women members and is Greg Norman strapped for cash?
Our Very Important Guest (VIG) of the Week, is Ron Green Jr, Senior Writer for Global Golf Post, who also joins us for The Practice Range. He talks about Bubba Watson and whether he should be considered among the “Big 4,” plus why he lacks recognition for his achievements.