Golf Channel: Weather Impact, Media Rights, Rough Challenges, Phil Mickelson Exemption
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On this thrilling episode of Golf Channel, the team delves into the impact of weather on the golf course, eagerly anticipating improved conditions. While steering clear of media rights negotiations in a media center, they express enthusiasm for the interest shown. The dense rough poses a challenge, with efforts to prevent lost golf balls underway. They dive into driver testing, highlighting minimal failures and emphasizing transparency in the process. The USGA is on the lookout for a stellar media rights deal to showcase a range of championships, aiming for a significant investment back into the game.
Attendance has been adjusted to create more fan space, with a whopping 40,000 people expected daily to witness the action. The discussions on rolling back the ball show promise, despite facing challenges along the way. Prize money growth is a hot topic, with the US Open maintaining its elite status in the competitive landscape. The possibility of granting Phil Mickelson an exemption for future US Opens sparks debate, with the team considering his past achievements and potential future contributions to the game.
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Concerns about the impact of rain on the course
Discussion on the changes in equipment affecting distance
Debate on the responsibility of the course superintendent
Questioning the importance of USGA media rights
Mention of equipment testing and potential collusion by manufacturers
Criticism of the idea of a ball rollback
Suggestions for more transparency from the USGA
Proposal for inspecting everyone's clubs before every major
Disagreement on the use of spotters in golf
Criticism of the golf channel's coverage of driver inspections
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