NLU Podcast, Episode 791: WM Phoenix Open Recap

Soly and D.J. open up with some thoughts on the Presidents Cup captain's picks before we enter the courtroom of public opinion (17:40) to debate who had the better year between Xander Schauffele, and his two major wins, or the sheer statistical dominance of Scottie Scheffler. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest: No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro shop, and an annual member gift. It’s a $90 annual membership, and you can sign up or learn more at nolayingup.com/join Support Our Partners: Blade and Bow One Bars Pinehurst Resort Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scottie Scheffler cruises to a five shot win at the Tour Championship. We go through his ridiculous 2024, attempt to put it into perspective, remember the (many) highlights, dig into the numbers, and talk about what 2025 might look for him. We also do our annual revisit of "how to fix the Tour Championship," and why the staggered start just isn't working. We also chat LPGA, Presidents Cup picks, Curtis Cup, listener questions, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randy and Cody break down the Solheim Cup captain's picks that were announced earlier this week for both teams and then visit with Stacy Lewis who'll lead the USA for a second consecutive cup. Note: We recorded our interview with Stacy prior to the announcement of the Captain's picks. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest: No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro shop, and an annual member gift. It’s a $90 annual membership, and you can sign up or learn more at nolayingup.com/join Support Our Partners: Yeti Titleist Mizuho Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We react as the Creator Classic comes to an end, give our thoughts on the event, and take a look at the East Lake Restoration. We also discuss Jay Monahan's press conference, make some picks for the Tour Championship, and of course, a Beluga Big Board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A year ago, Hovland won the FedExCup, then got lost in a maze of swing theory. KVV went looking for answers. This week we present his written feature in narrative form as Hovland tries to regain his 2023 form You can read KVV's original piece on our website: Viktor Hovland is Searching for His Old Self If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest: No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro shop, and an annual member gift. It’s a $90 annual membership, and you can sign up or learn more at nolayingup.com/join Support Our Partners: Duer - shopduer.com/nlu use this custom NLU link for 20% off One Bars fanduel.com/nlu  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices