The bunkered Golf Podcast

It’s that time again! The 44th Ryder Cup is almost upon us - but who’s going to leave Bethpage with the trophy? Michael, James and Lewis discuss that and much more on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. As well as picking a winner, the guys also try to predict who some of the pairings may be and weigh up exactly just how abusive the home fans might be. Elsewhere, Michael has launched the Hole In None Club and there’s a chance to win limited-edition clothing from Under Armour. Tune-in now! --              ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                    ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                  ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                                ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                  ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                                Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer     

Another Walker Cup, another US win. Last weekend made it five in a row for the ‘Stars and Stripes’. So is it time for the match to get a Ryder Cup-style shake-up? Or maybe enlist the support of some of the game’s best-known pros? Michael, James and Lewis discuss on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, there’s reaction to Rory’s win in Ireland and a warning to fans, as well as news of another tour pro’s premature retirement. Oh, and Michael would like to apologise to Ryan Fox in advance. Tune-in now! --              ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                    ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                  ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                                ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                  ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                                Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer     

Okay, so here it is. We now know the 12 players who will represent Europe in the forthcoming Ryder Cup, with captain Luke Donald naming six picks to go with the half-dozen who qualified automatically for his side. But did he get those decisions right?  Michael, James and Lewis debate that on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.  Who was the most contentious decision? Who might still withdraw from the match? Which players have the most legitimate case to be miffed at missing out? And is the European Tour less valuable in a Ryder Cup context than ever.   Tune-in to hear what the guys think about all this and more.   --               ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                    ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                  ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                                ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                  ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                                Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer     

So, Keegan Bradley will NOT become the Ryder Cup’s first playing captain in more than 60 years. The US skipper has opted not to give himself one of his six picks for the upcoming match at Bethpage. But is that the right call? Michael, James and Lewis debate that decision and weigh up the merits of those he did pick… and those he didn’t. Elsewhere, what’s next for Tommy Fleetwood now that he’s finally a PGA Tour winner and what convinced Lewis to heckle Luke Donald at the Scottish Open? Tune-in now! --              ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                   ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                               ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                               Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer     

Europe’s Ryder Cup team is really starting to take shape, so much so that there may only be space for one more man on Luke Donald’s side - but who could that be? On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis run the rule over the three most likely contenders (and maybe a couple of outside bets). Elsewhere, Hunter Mahan joins us to discuss his role in Happy Gilmore 2 and his new life away from the tour as a high school golf coach. Plus, Monty impressions, the joy of power washing, and much more besides. Listen now! --              ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                   ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                               ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                               Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer     

The countdown to the latest instalment of the Ryder Cup is well and truly on. On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael and James are joined by Evin Priest of Golf Digest to preview next month’s action at Bethpage where, all things considered, Europe have to be regarded as favourites. no? Elsewhere, the guys assess what Tommy Fleetwood has to change if he’s to get over his PGA Tour hump, plus there analysis of where LIV Golf is at as it approaches the end of its season. Tune-in now! --              ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                   ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                               ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                               Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer     

At long, long last, Happy Gilmore 2 is here. The much-anticipated sequel to the 1996 comedy smash landed on Netflix this morning, with Adam Sandler reprising the titular role.   Michael, James and Lewis got the popcorn out and sat down to watch it the minute it dropped before recording this pod with their unvarnished, unfiltered, kneejerk reactions.   How well did it blend in all the cameos? Was it as good as the original? And did they steal the idea from Michael?!   Have a listen and decide for yourself...  (Also, Scottie Scheffler: ‘Champion Golfer of the Year’ and Best Supporting Actor Oscar front-runner.)    --              ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                   ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                               ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                 ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                               Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer        

With the dust settling on Scottie Scheffler’s emphatic win at Royal Portrush, Michael, James and Lewis reflect on an epic week in Northern Ireland.   What is the new ‘Champion Golfer of the Year’s’ major ceiling? Could he challenge Tiger’s haul? Maybe even Jack’s? Or is that mental?  Also, what about Rory? How many more chances will he have to win the Claret Jug on home soil? Is the Dunluce Links now permanently on the Open rota? And is Chris Gotterup a US Ryder Cup team lock?  The guys debate all of this – plus cows, ghosts and Gary Player – on a particularly feisty, sleep-deprived ep of The bunkered Podcast.  Tune-in now!  --             ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                  ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                                ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                              ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                                ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                              Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer       

There are only 18 holes left in The 153rd Open.   Scottie Scheffler has a four-shot lead at Royal Portrush and one hand on the Claret Jug. Is it all over or can Rory McIlroy reel him in and win a fairytale sixth major in front of his own people?  Michael McEwan is joined by Golf Digest’s Evin Priest to set the scene for the final day’s play and the possibility of an epic ‘Duel at the Dunluce Links’  Tune-in now!    --            ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                 ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                               ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                             ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                               ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                             Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer      

      Death, taxes and Scottie Scheffler looking good for a win.   Those are the three certainties in life, and so it proved on day two of The 153rd Open. World No.1 Scheffler moved into pole position to win the Claret Jug after a scintillating 64 at Royal Portrush.   Will he go on to finish the job this weekend? Could Bob MacIntyre be the one to stop him? And what the hell was that Shane Lowry rules incident all about?   Michael McEwan and Lewis Fraser discuss on today’s episode of the Open Commute - the perfect way to start Open Saturday.   Tune-in now!     --           ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                              ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                              ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                            Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer      

The first round of The 153rd Open is in the books... and what a day it was!  Michael McEwan and Ben Parsons reflect on an eventful Thursday at Royal Portrush where five players are currently tied for the lead. There’s also some chat about Rory McIlroy’s performance, the big names in danger of missing the cut, and the absolutely glacial pace of play.   Spoiler alert: the guys hate six-hour rounds as much as you!  Tune-in now!   --           ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!                ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                              ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                              ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                            Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer      

On today’s episode of the Open Commute, Michael is joined by Golf Digest’s Jamie Kennedy to reflect on the final practice day ahead of The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush.  The guys pay special attention to new R&A chief executive Mark Darbon and his first big meeting with the world’s golf media on Wednesday, in particular his thoughts on when Muirfield, Trump Turnberry and even Portmarnock might host the championship.  There’s also chat about some other interesting tweaks that have been made to this year championship – rakes feature heavily! – plus predictions as to who will hoist the Claret Jug on Sunday night.   Tune-in now!  --          ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!               ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                             ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                           ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                             ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                           Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer     

Okay, who had Scottie Scheffler being the most interesting interview on their Open Championship bingo card? The world No.1 - famous for not giving much away to the media - provided a compelling insight into his psyche and how he feels about winning when he faced the world’s golf press on Tuesday. Michael is joined by Golf.com’s Dylan Dethier to discuss that on today’s episode of the Open Commute, with time put aside to chat about defending champion Xander Schauffele, too. Tune-in now and every day this week! --         ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!              ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                          ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                          Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer    

The 153rd Open is here which can mean only one thing... it's time for another round of Open Commutes courtesy of The bunkered Podcast team On today's episode, recorded live from Portrush, Michael and Ben reflect on an eventful journey to get to Northern Ireland as well as how Rory McIlroy appeared during his press earlier-than-usual Monday press conference.  Elsewhere, two-time Open champion Padraig Harrington joins for a blether as he prepares to hit the opening tee shot in this year's championship. The Irishman also discusses his first 24 hours with the Claret Jug, gear tweaks, his love for Royal Portrush, and... soft-scoop ice cream. Yes, really.  Tune-in now and every day this week! --         ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!              ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                          ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                          Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer    

Everybody stay calm but The 153rd Open is upon us - and what a week it’s shaping up to be! On this bumper episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis set the scene for a potentially epic week at Royal Portrush. From where, specifically, on the course the Claret Jug might be won and lost, to Rory’s prospects of book-ending men’s major season with another emotional ‘W’, the guys cover all bases. There’s dark horses you should watch out for, thoughts on how the week might go for the R&A’s new chief exec, potential changes that should be made to improve the event, insight into why British golfers have gone 26 (twenty-six!) years without winning the championship, and even a quiz for good measure. It’s the most in-depth and informed Open preview pod you could hope for. Tune-in now! --         ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!              ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                          ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                          Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer    

According to a new study, golf “risks dying out unless it acts fast to win over a new generation”. But is there any truth to that?   Michael, James and Lewis discuss on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   There’s also praise for Lottie Woad following her remarkable win on the Ladies European Tour last weekend, whilst the guys set the scene for this week’s Genesis Scottish Open, which is set to debut (amongst other things) a new ‘Stadium Hole’...  Tune-in now!  --         ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!              ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                          ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                            ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                          Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer    

With his win at the Travelers Championship, Keegan Bradley might just have played his way onto his own Ryder Cup team. But can he really be a playing captain? Is that too tall an order? Or might that be the masterstroke the US needs to reclaim the famous gold trophy from Europe this September?  Michael, James and Lewis discuss that in detail on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.  Elsewhere, the guys look at where it all went wrong for Tommy Fleetwood in his latest attempt to win for the first time on the PGA Tour and weigh up the credentials of the new man at the helm of the US-based circuit.   Oh, and if ever wanted to know how a famous chicken-based fast-food joint makes its gravy, we have the inside scoop...  Tune in now!  --        ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!             ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                           ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                         ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                           ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                         Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer        

We were promised carnage and carnage is what we got! On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, James and Lewis reflect on a wild US Open at Oakmont.   There’s praise for new major champ JJ Spaun, plenty of Bob MacIntyre chat, thoughts on Rory, and plenty of questions about the course set-up.  Elsewhere, the guys answer YOUR questions, try to work out what the significance is of “June 2001”, and Michael details the time he was asked to sing for the King and Queen of Norway.   Yep, there’s a lot going on as per usual!  Tune-in now!  --       ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!            ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                          ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                        ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                          ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                        Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer       

And just like that, it’s time for the third men’s major of the year. The 125th US Open takes place this week at Oakmont Country Club, and there are load of talking points for Michael, James and Lewis to get into.   Does the championship get a bad rap? Is Scottie Scheffler the man to beat? Could Phil Mickelson make more major magic? What the hell is going on with Rory McIlroy?   The guys discuss all that and more, with plenty of listener contributions, too.  Oh, and there’s a very significant Podder of Merit update...  Tune-in now!  --      ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!           ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                         ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                       ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                         ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                       Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer      

You know how people say it’s the littlest things that cause the biggest arguments? That’s s certainly the case on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast.   Michael, James and Lewis discuss long par-3s and whether or not they’re (a) any good and (b) should be capped at a particular yardage.   Things get... feisty!  Elsewhere, the guys discuss Scottie Scheffler and his major ceiling. How many majors will he finish his career with.   All that, plus James tells us about the time he – and we quote - “almost killed Paula Creamer”. Or did he?  Tune in now!  --     ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf!          ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredonline                                        ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline                                      ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline                                        ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline                                      Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer