The Dan Evans Show

Brooks Koepka is officially headed back to the PGA Tour — and the way it happened is just as chaotic as the return itself. In Episode 77 of The Dan Evans Show, we break down the PGA Tour’s brand-new one-time reinstatement pathway for 2026, why it feels written for specific LIV stars, and why others (most notably Phil Mickelson) are completely shut out.We explain the eligibility rules, who actually qualifies, and the massive penalties attached — including forfeiting PGA Tour equity money, a required $5 million charitable contribution, no FedEx Cup bonus payouts, and no automatic access to Signature Events. Dan also takes you inside a LIV Golf media event where this news broke in real time, sharing the subtle locker-room vibes and moments you don’t get from social media clips.From Bryson DeChambeau’s noticeably different energy and ongoing contract negotiations, to Anthony Kim’s unbelievable comeback story after relegation, to Tommy Fleetwood quietly stepping away from Nike — this episode covers one of the most unpredictable weeks in modern golf.If you want real context, behind-the-scenes insight, and the full story beyond the headlines, this is the episode.0:00 Intro — massive week: Koepka, Anthony Kim, Genesis, Fleetwood0:31 Golf news overload and nonstop rumors1:13 Why Brooks Koepka suddenly feels universally loved again2:04 Brooks Koepka officially back on the PGA Tour2:39 When and where Koepka returns (Farmers, WM Open)3:11 PGA Tour’s new one-time reinstatement rule explained3:52 Who qualifies (majors & Players winners since 2022)4:22 Bryson, Rahm, Cam Smith — and why Phil is left out5:37 Penalties: equity loss, $5M charity payment, restrictions7:55 No FedEx Cup money + no automatic Signature Events9:18 Can Koepka play his way into Signature Events mid-season?10:10 Dan on site at LIV media event as news breaks12:31 Locker room vibes + awkward timing of breaking news14:09 Bryson DeChambeau’s energy feels different16:12 Is Bryson the most culturally relevant golfer right now?19:43 Bryson’s EXIT sign post + press conference body language21:10 Bryson contract negotiations & massive LIV numbers22:49 Anthony Kim tweet + majors = freedom conversation33:17 Anthony Kim relegated… then earns his LIV spot back36:39 Tommy Fleetwood spotted without Nike (Lululemon rumors)39:52 Inside Dan’s Genesis VIP experience begins44:27 PGA National round + insane hospitality details55:22 TGL night VIP section + Billy Horschel moments59:39 Wrap-up stories, celeb encounters, closing thoughts

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It might be the golf offseason, but this is one of the busiest weeks of the year in the game.On this episode of The Dan Evans Show, the crew breaks down Tiger Woods’ headline-grabbing 50th birthday gala — a black-tie, invite-only Palm Beach event that feels more like a PGA Tour signature than a party. From celebrity guests and championship-dinner menus to Jon Bon Jovi performing live, this birthday has become a full-blown golf culture moment.The show also dives into the latest LIV Golf news, including confirmed player signings, declined offers, roster shakeups, and how Tiger Woods’ TGL ties may be influencing player decisions behind the scenes. Plus, the PGA Tour continues to evolve as new rules and formats reshape professional golf.Later in the episode, golf betting analyst Matt Gannon joins the show to pull back the curtain on how professional sharps actually attack golf betting. Matt explains how course scouting, weather conditions, player tendencies, and subtle setup changes can create real edges against sportsbooks — and how everyday fans can think smarter about golf wagers without chasing long shots.From TGL strategy and hammer decisions to LIV rumors, Tiger Woods’ cultural influence, and the real math behind golf betting, this episode covers the business, entertainment, and competitive future of the sport — all in one place.

Happy New Year!!!Tiger Woods turns 50 as the golf world looks back on the GOAT’s legacy, iconic wins, and what a Champions Tour future could hold. The crew also breaks down Brooks Koepka’s exit from LIV Golf and what it means for exemptions, suspensions, and the shifting power structure of pro golf, plus early takeaways from TGL Season 2 and how the league’s changes could shape golf’s future.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

Agustín Pizá, founder of Pizá Golf and one of the lead designers behind TGL, joins The Dan Evans Show for a full conversation about how golf is being redesigned from the ground up.Agustín walks through his journey into golf course architecture, from studying traditional architecture and working in construction to learning from legendary designers and eventually forging his own creative identity. He explains how sustainability, creativity, and necessity shaped his philosophy long before digital golf entered the picture.The conversation focuses heavily on TGL, where Agustín and his team design holes in a completely digital environment. We discuss what it means to design golf on a true blank canvas, how freedom can be more challenging than constraints, and how risk-reward concepts are reimagined for an indoor league.Agustín also breaks down how entertainment and competition intersect in TGL, why players must be willing to take creative risks, and how design influences strategy, drama, and fan engagement. This episode is a deep dive into innovation, creativity, and the future of golf.

Dave Schultz joins The Dan Evans Show for a raw, funny, and inspiring deep dive into the grind of professional golf and how a brutal 88 on the Hooters Tour helped launch his second life in the game.Dave opens up about:growing up in Fargo and the passion for golf in frozen wintersplaying Division I golf at TCU and battling through Korn Ferry Tour lifeexpenses, cheap hotels, Avis rental car lines, and pursuing the PGA Tour dreamthe mental pressure, missed cuts, Q-School heartbreak, and the emotional burden pros carryhow the Hole-In-One Show is changing lives by putting amateur golfers under TV pressurehis journey into media, inspired by his late father and broadcasting family rootsthe moment he almost quit professional golfcharity impact, future expansion, and raising money through golf TVThe Hole-In-One Show gives amateur golfers two shots at life-changing prizes — including cars and even $1 million — while raising money for charity. Dave explains how the show works, why pressure reveals character, and why amateur golfers struggle more with nerves than pros.This episode delivers:✔ real Korn Ferry + PGA Tour stories✔ inspiring transitions beyond pro golf✔ media + entrepreneurship insights✔ moments every golfer can relate toIf you love golf, charity stories, pro-to-amateur dynamics, or raw behind-the-scenes tales from the grind, this episode is a must-listen.Follow Dave + the Hole-In-One Show everywhere @thehioshow.

Davis Big Dawg went viral reviewing school lunches, fast food drops, and limited-time meals — and in this full interview, he joins The Dan Evans Show to tell the entire story.Davis breaks down how his TikTok account started at a lunch table, the first review that changed everything, and why honesty is the most important part of his scoring system. We talk through Chick-fil-A reviews, predicting scores, the famous peppermint shake, Baja Blast pie madness, the Grinch meal, pickle salt experiments, and why some foods just deserve a low score.He opens up about Tater Tot Gate, his lowest rating ever, how cafeteria staff and school administrators reacted, handling comments as his audience exploded, and what it’s like being recognized in public at such a young age. Davis also explains what makes a food score high or low, why temperature and texture matter, and how sauces can completely change a review.The conversation also dives into brand interactions, Slim Jim reacting instantly, fast food scarcity, dream foods to review, Texas barbecue, trying new cuisines, his McDonald’s order, thoughts on the McRib, and why he’s focused on staying authentic instead of copying other creators.This is the full, uncut conversation with one of the fastest-rising food creators on TikTok.

It’s a very Golf Christmas. From Rory McIlroy’s holiday food takes to Scottie Scheffler winning again, we break down the funniest, weirdest, and most relatable Christmas traditions in pro golf. Plus: PNC chaos, TGL buzz, internet golf moments, and why golf somehow gets even better during the holidays.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

Scottie Scheffler makes history, winning PGA Tour Player of the Year for the fourth straight time, the first to do it since Tiger Woods. The guys break down whether the award was a lock or if Rory McIlroy had a real case, and why the debate even exists. Plus, LIV Golf rumors cool off as Si Woo Kim reportedly turns down a move, PGA Tour Rookie of the Year Aldrich Potgieter earns his flowers, and a wild Q-School meltdown goes viral. From tour awards and team golf to off-the-rails moments only golf can deliver, it’s another packed episode of The Dan Evans Show.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

The golf world is buzzing: Is Brooks Koepka really stepping away, and is Si Woo Kim the next big LIV signing? We dive into the chaos, the rumors, and what it all means — plus Hideki Matsuyama’s bizarre “win disappear win” season, Noren pushing him to a playoff, and Tiger & Charlie’s viral moment with Scottie. We also dig into the British Open schedule shake-up, Cookie-Gate in the studio, and the most unhinged golf takes of the week. This episode is loadedPresented by: Sports Illustrated

Tiger Woods drops a surprise 2026 schedule update, Keegan Bradley bags $2.1 million at the Skins Game, and Justin Thomas exposes Ryder Cup greens drama. The crew also dives into Nelly Korda’s engagement, Tiger’s rumored captaincy, and whether anyone actually watched the Skins Game. Plus: DJ Khaled, “I’ll Tap” putting, and Augusta daydreams.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

PGA Tour shakeups, LIV Golf drama, and the ultimate Hot Chip aftermath. We break down who lost their cards, Laurie Canter’s shocking move back to LIV, and where John Daly ranks in global golf fame. Plus: Anthony Kim comeback theories, a Thanksgiving plate draft, and why the PGA might dodge the NFL in 2025.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

This week’s episode might be the most internet-golf thing we’ve ever done.We open with real heartbreak: the Augusta Hooters has been bulldozed. For years it was the unofficial home of John Daly during Masters Week — the bus in the parking lot, the merch, the lines out the door, the chaos. We share stories from inside that Hooters, talk about grabbing a brick for history, and sadly accept that it’s probably going to turn into a bank-mattress-sandwich combo plaza. Naturally, that spirals into:Jersey Mike’s vs Jimmy John’s vs Subway vs QuiznosOld-school McDonald’s birthday parties & underground PlayPlacesHooters orders, buffalo shrimp, fried pickles & sampler plattersThen we head back inside the ropes:Adam Schenk winning a PGA Tour event while putting one-handedHow wind, confidence, and scramble-guy green reading all mess with usAnd finally, we break down the internet’s favorite drama:The Internet Invitational at Payne’s ValleyDave Portnoy’s “no slope” rule vs Malosi’s rangefinderPaige’s “stomp gate” in the rough and how it looked on cameraThe awkward body language, Ryan Whitney’s reaction, and Good Good chiming inB’s emotional win and the gut-punch of losing his dad soon afterWhy Internet Invitational 2 is going to be even bigger… and why Caitlin Clark getting the first invite is perfectHit play, buckle up, and then tell us:👉 Is using slope in a $1.77M internet event actually cheating… or just the reality of internet golf?

Tommy Fleetwood finishes runner-up again, Aaron Rai shocks the field with two gloves and a 2019 driver, and the guys debate whether Prime Tiger Woods could still take down Scottie Scheffler today. From the new Tommy Fleetwood Academy in Abu Dhabi to the evolution of golf tech and training, this episode dives deep into how modern golf has changed—and who really owns the game now.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

Tiger Woods might be heading to the Champions Tour, LIV Golf is flipping the script with 72-hole events, and the off-season chaos is heating up fast. Dan and the crew break down what it all means for golf’s future — from Phil Mickelson’s latest drama to Brooks Koepka’s wild team stories.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

It’s a spooky-season special on Dan’s Golf World Show! 🎃 The crew kicks off Halloween with costumes, laughs, and a heartfelt tribute to Cody “Beef” Franke. Then they dive into TGL Season 2 course upgrades, Tiger Woods’ “99-yard” mix-up, and the shocking results of their Amazon Basics golf-ball test that nearly dethroned the Pro V1. Presented by: Sports Illustrated

Tommy Fleetwood’s emotional win in India steals the spotlight right before a stray dog runs onto the green and halts the DP World Tour! 🐶 The crew breaks down the moment, debates Brian Harman’s tee-box tantrum, and dives into the wildest side tangents imaginable — from River Monsters and alligators to sixth-beer reviews, Epcot golf balls, and the TGL countdown.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

Xander Schauffele returns to the winner’s circle, Matt McCarty nearly shoots 58, and the crew debates which PGA Tour stars could jump to LIV next. From grandma walking 18 holes to Jon Rahm’s mysterious offseason plans, this episode delivers the perfect mix of golf news, comedy, and chaos — straight from the Sports Illustrated Network’s one and only golf show.Presented by: Sports Illustrated

Tiger Woods has undergone his seventh back surgery — a disc replacement that could define the final chapter of his career. 🐅In this episode of the Dan’s Golf World Show, Dan sits down with longtime Tiger insider Bob Harig to break down what the procedure means, how it compares to his past surgeries, and whether we’ll see Tiger tee it up again in 2025.They cover everything from Tiger’s recovery timeline and Champions Tour possibilities to how his swing, legacy, and mindset continue to evolve after decades of pain and comeback stories.

This week on Dan’s Golf World Show, golf has officially lost its mind. From Vince Whaley going ankle-deep with an alligator to two balls colliding in a bunker, the chaos didn’t stop there — the PGA of America is still apologizing for the Ryder Cup fallout, and we even break down how the PGA and PGA Tour actually split. It’s danger, drama, and dumb golf luck all wrapped in one hilarious episode of the Dan’s Golf World Show.Presented by: Sports Illustrated