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Lexi Thompson Receives Sponsor’s Exemption to Play in PGA Tour’s Shriners Children’s Open

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For the first time in five years, an LPGA member will be teeing it up at a PGA Tour event.Lexi Thompson received a sponsor’s exemption into the Shriners Children’s Open, which takes place next week in Las Vegas.Thompson becomes the seventh woman to play in a PGA Tour event and the first since Brittany Lincicome did so at the 2018 Barbasol Championship. Others who played with the men in recent years include Michelle Wie West and Annika Sorenstam. Just one woman, Babe Zaharias in 1945, has made a cut in a men’s tournament.Lexi will be teeing it up on the @PGATOUR! 👏11x LPGA Tour winner Lexi Thompson has received an unrestricted sponsor exemption into the Shriners Children’s Open next week! pic.twitter.com/2QJ8Azar4E— LPGA (@LPGA) October 4, 2023“I just learned actually Sunday after my round at Walmart (last week’s LPGA tournament in Arkansas). Just kind of a little blindsided, but obviously very honored just to have the thought that they wanted me to be there,” Thompson said.TPC Summerlin, the host course, measures 7,255 yards and has a par of 71. Thompson said that she’ll be making use of the big stick.“I’ve never played there, so will be my first time. Get a few practice rounds in and probably be hitting driver a lot, which is nice,” Thompson said.Thompson is in the midst of a difficult year on the LPGA Tour, where she missed five straight cuts in July and August. She’s shown flashes as of late, however, as she had a winning record at the Solheim Cup and recorded her first top 10 of 2023 with an eighth last week at the Walmart NW Arkansas Championship.Thompson has played with PGA Tour players before at the QBE Shootout, which was a non-FedEx Cup stop on the PGA Tour that featured team competition. That event will be known as the Grant Thornton Invitational this December, and each team will feature one PGA Tour and one LPGA player in its new format.Cover Image via Golf MagazineLIV Golf Team Opens New ‘Live from the Locker Room’ Series to Show What Goes on Behind the ScenesCasa de Campo Resort Villas Among Top 100 in the WorldLoginPlease login to commentCommentsInline FeedbacksView all commentsLIV Golf Team Majesticks GC, which features Lee Westwood, Ian Poulter, and Henrik Stenson, are opening a new series known as “Live from the Locker Room,” which is the first all-access content series from a group of players on the tour.Along with the three players, team General Manager James Dunkley have opened their doors and turned on the cameras to show fans what goes on in a professional golf locker room.Massive congratulations to Europe in the Ryder Cup👏🏼🏆🇪🇺Our 3 co-captains take a dive into full analysis along with reminiscing on the memories they shared from the Ryder Cup throughout the years✨Catch the full episode here: https://t.co/Ib7CLFT5VQ pic.twitter.com/1rEZnmIhNS— Majesticks GC (@MajesticksGC) October 1, 2023The team describes the series:“With a focus on enhancing the fan experience, this series will provide behind-the-scenes access showcasing discussions of what it’s like to build a sports franchise, the nuances of a team sport, and life as a professional athlete.”LIV Golf has become a team sport through its format and through its partnerships, which have been signed by individual teams and have included apparel brands, for example. However, this is a first-of-its-kind deal with the content series, and as hot as golf content creation is in today’s world, this is sure to do well.Considering the charismatic personalities of the three LIV Golfers, fans are sure to tune in and see what goes on in a LIV setting, just as they did for the Netflix series “Full Swing,” which attracted millions of viewers in its inaugural season.The first episode has already been released and is available on YouTube. It features “timely crossovers between Majesticks and Ryder Cup Europe,” as the tournament between the Americans and Europeans just happened last weekend.&nbsp;The three golfers have 24 combined Ryder Cup appearances, so the episode features plenty of commentary from the trio regarding notable stories and experiences.There are more episodes on the way, and each one will drop with “exclusive early access to the Majesticks fan base.” Fans will also have a say in what goes on in each episode, as the team will take requests from viewers on topics of discussion.You can watch the first episode below:Cover Image via LIV Golf’s Majesticks GCWhile we’re currently experiencing summer weather right now in the NY area, the sad truth is that at the drop of a hat, it can transition back to mid-60s fall (if not low-50s/high-40s early winters). Fortunately, just a few hours on a plane can help escape this weather and, simultaneously, extend the golf season.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;View this profile on Instagram&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Casa de Campo® Resort &amp; Villas (@casadecampodr) • Instagram photos and videosCasa de Campo Resort &amp; Villas, home to the Caribbean’s premier, luxury golf experiences, including the iconic Teeth of the Dog course, has been honored in GOLF Magazine’s “Top 100 Resorts in North America” list featured in its September / October issue.Showcasing the “best of the best,” Casa de Campo joins premier destinations, including Pebble Beach Resorts, The American Club, Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Pinehurst Resort, Omni PGA Frisco and Fairmont St. Andrews in the coveted rankings. Casa de Campo was featured among only 13 other resorts selected from the Caribbean and the Americas for its polished customer service, superb golf, high-end amenities, and outstanding off-course experiences.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;View this post on Instagram&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A post shared by Casa de Campo® Resort &amp; Villas (@casadecampodr)The rankings were based on GOLF Magazine’s editorial and rater team’s consideration of categories such as golf experiences, accommodations, service, food, and ambiance.“To be among some of the best names and brands in golf is extremely humbling,” says Jason Kycek, senior vice president of sales and marketing. “The coveted accolade is a tribute to our superlative golf and resort amenities as well as our drive to always be looking forward, as seen with the debut of our Premier Club suites and new world-class spa.”Opening in December 2022, The Premier Club at Casa de Campo sets a new standard of excellence and luxury for the resort’s most discerning guests. Highlighted with Caribbean warmth, exclusivity, personalized service, and privacy from the moment guests arrive with a dedicated concierge showing them to their new Premier Suites. The Premier Club is also a place for guests to gather in their own exclusive bar and lounge area, and enjoy premier beverages and a unique selection of complimentary canapes and appetizers prepared by its executive chef. To explore the new accommodations, click here.The Spa at Casa de Campo opened in May 2023 and is the Dominican Republic’s premier wellness destination. Featuring over 18,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor facilities, the spa will provide a unique blend of prestige spa services, wellness experiences, and cutting-edge technology. To view the full spa menu, please click here.“The new Premier Suites are just steps away from our ‘World Top 100’ golf course Teeth of the Dog as well,” continues Kycek. “The unrivaled level of convenience and luxury complement our on-course villas to make both options perfect for traveling golfers, friends, and loved ones.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;View this post on Instagram&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A post shared by Casa de Campo® Resort &amp; Villas (@casadecampodr)Teeth of the Dog has long been a “bucket list” layout for those seeking to play one of the top 50 golf courses in the world. Dye’s design hallmarks are all present: railroad ties, vast waste areas, peninsula greens, and tees, hand-sculpted putting surfaces, and a unique assortment of pot bunkers. “The Heaven 7” oceanfront holes are astoundingly beautiful, causing Dye to famously quip: “I created 11 holes, and God created seven.”The resort’s world-class Golf Learning Center is a “must-visit” when on the property. Highlighted by Trackman and BODITRAK technology, it features two indoor hitting bays for rapid game improvement, year-round training, individual and group golf lessons and schools, and expert club-fitting and repair. Residing on 21 acres of “pure grass,” the PGA Tour-quality facility also showcases practice greens for honing putting, chipping, and pitching skills, as well as unlimited use of the pristine outdoor range for full shots. On-course instruction is also available.Cover Image via Casa de CampoBrooks Koepka has never given a damn what anyone has thought about him. It is apparent from his attitude, demeanor, and how he carries himself on and off the golf course. Koepka is a competitor and a damn good one at that.&nbsp;According to golf journalist Alan Shupnick’s new book,&nbsp;LIV and Let Die, Koepka sounded off on “country club kids,” referring to his friends on the PGA Tour who had disagreed with LIV Golf and the numerous golfers who decided to join the controversial golf tour.Shupnick writes that Koepka was referring to Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth, among others, according to a new excerpt released by the&nbsp;Fire Pit Collective. The sleeve of the book also explicitly mentions that Koepka’s comments were in response to Thomas and Spieth.The story goes that a jumbo jet supplied by LIV to players to get them across the pond from Portland, Oregon, to the JP McManus Pro-Am in Ireland. Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, Jason Kokrak, Pat Perez, and a few of the wives were all in Europe, enjoying a late night of drinking and carrying on.Despite a “relaxed setting” that included Pat Perez thanking Dustin Johnson for recruiting him to the LIV Tour, Koepka stepped things up a notch:“F*** all of those country club kids who talk s*** about me,” he said, referring to the likes of Justin Thomas, Jordan Spieth, and others. “You think I give a f*** what they think? You think I care what people say about me? I just had three surgeries, and I’m supposed to turn down $130 million? I grew up with nothing. After signing that contract, the first person I called was my mom. We both cried.”Koepka, who played last weekend’s Ryder Cup with both Thomas and Spieth on the team, was paired with another Tour-loyal player in Scottie Scheffler, and the two shared what seemed to be incredibly good chemistry.Despite reports of a “fracture” in the U.S. locker room because of an ongoing disagreement between Patrick Cantlay and the non-payment structure of the Ryder Cup, contradicting reports stated that there was unity in the American team, as personal vendettas had been set aside to take on the Europeans.There also seemed to be plenty of camaraderie between Koepka and other PGA Tour players last week:I make money moves pic.twitter.com/yAZvByXFjQ— Brooks Koepka (@BKoepka) October 1, 2023LIV and Let Die&nbsp;is set to be released on October 17 and can be pre-ordered here.Cover Image via SBNationwpDiscuzWould love your thoughts, please comment.

For the first time in five years, an LPGA member will be teeing it up at a PGA Tour event.Lexi Thompson received a sponsor’s exemption into the Shriners Children’s Open, which takes place next week in Las Vegas.Thompson becomes the seventh woman to play in a PGA Tour event and the first since Brittany Lincicome did so at the 2018 Barbasol Championship. Others who played with the men in recent years include Michelle Wie West and Annika Sorenstam. Just one woman, Babe Zaharias in 1945, has made a cut in a men’s tournament.Lexi will be teeing it up on the @PGATOUR! 👏11x LPGA Tour winner Lexi...

Lexi Thompson Receives Sponsor’s Exemption to Play in PGA Tour’s Shriners Children’s Open

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