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On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reacts to the PGA TOUR’s latest push positioning THE PLAYERS Championship as a Major, including Brandel Chamblee’s headline-making stance that THE PLAYERS “stands alone” and is the best Major. Gary breaks down why the “Fifth Major” conversation keeps resurfacing, why Major history is more murky than people realize, and why retroactively awarding Major status would open an impossible can of worms.
Brendan Porath of Fried Egg Golf joins from Chicago to talk about Chris Gotterup’s rise and what makes his game feel sustainable. Brendan explains why Gotterup’s wins have come on demanding stages, why Scottie Scheffler’s week to week persistence is so compelling, and how the PGA TOUR’s Signature Event pathways like the Next 10 and Swing 5 help shape fields. They also debate sponsor exemptions, field size, and what would make the system feel more merit based.
Also from Fried Egg Golf, Kevin Van Valkenburg joins next to continue THE PLAYERS Championship Major discussion and how the PGA TOUR is going on offense with its messaging. Kevin digs into how “Major” status has shifted historically, why the TOUR wants more ownership of golf’s biggest stages, and what a defining 2026 accomplishment could look like for Rory McIlroy. He also shares a thoughtful angle on Scottie Scheffler’s balance and mentality, and what Tiger Woods’ future impact could be as the PGA TOUR evolves.
Gary closes the show with a quick historical "what if" involving Augusta National and the USGA, and why The PLAYERS conversation will only get louder as THE PLAYERS week approaches.
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0:00 Opening Thoughts
13:54 Brendon Porath
33:07 Kevin Van Valkenburg
43:20 Final Thoughts

On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reviews key developments from the weekend in golf, highlighted by the performances of Chris Gotterup and Patrick Reed.
Golf course designer and World Curling President Beau Welling joins 5 Clubs with Gary from Italy to discuss his wide ranging career, current projects with TGR Design, and the evolution of modern golf architecture. Welling shares insight into how data, playability, and course design can challenge elite players while remaining accessible for golfers of all skill levels, along with a look at the growing demand for golf worldwide.
Luke Clanton then joins the show to talk about his fast rise from elite amateur golf to earning his PGA TOUR card through PGA TOUR U. Clanton breaks down what it felt like playing under the spotlight at the WM Phoenix Open, why pressure is something he embraces, and how he’s adjusting to life on tour from training and adding weight, to staying grounded with perspective from his family.
They also discuss Clanton’s comfort in a TV driven environment like TGL, what he’s learning from being around the game’s best, including Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, and how he keeps his routine and mindset consistent as expectations grow.
The episode also looks at Patrick Reed’s early season success overseas, his wins on the DP World Tour, and what that momentum could mean moving forward as he continues to compete internationally and in major championships.
0:00 Opening Thoughts
2:59 Recap of Weekend Winners
14:00 Beau Welling
27:50 Luke Clanton
42:59 Patrick Reed wins in Qatar

LIV Golf is officially getting Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points—but only for top-10 finishers, and LIV is still not happy. Gary Williams breaks down what the OWGR board decided, why Data Golf says LIV “had a good day,” and what the decision means heading into a busy week in golf.
Then Golf Channel’s Brandel Chamblee joins live from Scottsdale with a full breakdown of why the current ranking system is flawed (and why LIV should still be included), plus a bigger picture look at Scottie Scheffler’s dominance and whether we’re watching a truly historic run.
To close it out, Keith Stewart from Read the Line joins in-studio with Waste Management Phoenix Open picks, betting angles, and why Maverick McNealy is a name to watch—plus thoughts on Brooks Koepka’s chances at TPC Scottsdale.

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0:00 Opening Thoughts
2:56 OGWR Gives LIV Ranking Points
12:58 Brandel Chamblee
32:20 Keith Stewart & Picks of the Week
41:44 Dogs of the Week

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On this live “Two for Tuesday” edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reacts to one of the most surprising nights yet in TGL as Jupiter Links pull off a stunning upset, breaking down what the moment means for the league’s momentum and entertainment value.

Then it’s all eyes on the WM Phoenix Open with Scottie Scheffler back in the field, Brooks Koepka returning to one of his favorite stops, and a stacked lineup ready to kick off one of the biggest weeks on the PGA Tour calendar.

Senior writer Ryan Lavner joins from Phoenix to preview the storylines and contenders, while Josh Carpenter stops by the studio to talk sponsorships, TV ratings, and what the PGA Tour schedule could look like in the years ahead.

Two hours. Big swings. Big ideas. And everything happening inside the ropes and beyond.

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0:13:45 – Scottie Scheffler’s dominance and why he’s on another level
0:21:20 – Brooks Koepka’s strong start and what it means moving forward
0:30:30 – How technology is accelerating younger players’ development
0:34:00 – The modern tour money era and “set for life” careers
1:06:30 – Why Scottie feels “inevitable”
1:16:00 – Scottie as a true generational talent

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On this episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams recaps a packed weekend across golf — highlighted by Justin Rose adding another milestone win as he continues to pile up victories on the PGA Tour (now 23 career PGA Tour wins) and proving that elite golf in your 40s is still very real.

Then, Lucas Glover — a U.S. Open champion and six-time PGA Tour winner — joins to discuss what it takes to stay competitive through the ups and downs, why today’s rising players look more “ready” than ever, and how TGL has exceeded expectations — including what makes Billy Horschel such a perfect fit for the format.

The conversation also dives into Scottie Scheffler and what stands out most from inside the ropes: humility, consistency, and a “Ben Hogan-esque” style of dominance — plus how (and whether) it’s fair to contextualize this run alongside Tiger Woods.

Later, Gary reacts to the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions being shortened to 54 holes, featuring comments from Nelly Korda after her win — the 16th of her LPGA career.

The show closes with a tribute to Scott Davenport — longtime head professional at Quail Hollow Club — and the impact he made on the game and everyone around him.

0:00 Opening Thoughts
2:20 Winners of the Weekend
3:15 Farmers Insurance Open Recap
4:35 Justin Rose's impressive win and career
13:55 Lucas Glover
33:23 Looking back at LPGA's First Event
43:55 Honoring Scott Davenport

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