Mackenzie Hughes on the U.S. Open + the state of pro golf
Description
This week, Smylie Kaufman sits down with PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes! In this episode, they recap the thrilling U.S. Open finish at Pinehurst and dissect its dramatic ending, preview the upcoming Travelers Championship, discuss the current state of LIV vs. PGA Tour merger, and share stories on what it's like to travel with family on tour. At the end of the episode, Charlie Hulme joins Smylie as they make their one-and-done picks for the Travelers Championship (via Instagram Live - follow us @thesmylieshow if you don't already!).
Highlights:
- U.S. Open Recap: Rory vs. Bryson showdown
- Current state of LIV and PGA Tours
- Family on Tour: The joys and challenges
- Traveler's Championship Preview: Course insights and strategies
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
1:06 - 2024 US Open at Pinehurst
3:27 - Putting discussion
8:08 - State of Golf Today
16:51 - Signature Events Player Count
19:57 - PGA Tour Points System
28:20 - Losing to Lashley at Rocket Mortgage
30:08 - Contending in Canada
38:15 - Traveling with Family on Tour
49:20 - Presidents Cup Aspirations
55:29 - Travelers Championship Preview
59:43 - Travelers Championship One-and-Done picks
United States
