Contents
PGA TOUR Essential Guide
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Introductions 7 Commissioner’s Welcome, Jay Monahan 19 Editor’s Welcome, Jeff Babineau 25 Tournament Schedules
by Ward Clayton
A stellar performance, with a strong challenge from three shots behind, gave Justin Thomas a well-earned victory
38 A Healthy Prognosis by MICHAEL LORÉ
A year of the coronavirus pandemic has sparked an unexpected and remarkable increase in the popularity of golf
47 On the Tee by DAVE SHEDLOSKI
The long ball impresses—but doesn’t always rule
52 For the Love of Golf by JIM MCCABE
There are players who, for the love of the game, play a remarkable number of tournaments—they are the ironmen
images: James Haefner Photography
62 Tokyo Olympics 2020 by CHRIS SMITH
Current enthusiasm for the delayed Tokyo 2020 Games is sure to overcome the new challenges
68 Golf Adventures
Enticing golf vacations in Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Jamaica, Mississippi, Missouri, South Carolina, and Oklahoma
86 Awesome Lineup of Champions by STAN AWTREY PGA TOUR Champions finds itself in a great place to resume life in a post-COVID world
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102 Promising Prospects by SEAN MARTIN
Talent and determination are the essentials for young players making their way to the big stage
Answer the Challenge
30 COVER STORY: THE PLAYERS
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The latest young players making an impact are driven to increase their standings by pushing forward at every opportunity
109 International PGA TOURs
Features Championship
92 Seize the Day! by KEVIN PRISE
by LAURY LIVSEY
A global pandemic altered dramatically the PGA TOUR’s International Tours in 2020, resulting in 2021 Tours having a different look and a different feel
112 The Will to Win by JEFF BABINEAU, CHRIS REIMER, ALAN SHIPNUCK, KEVIN PRISE, BEN EVERILL
Defining Moments series: thrilling anticipation for the fans and career-defining landmarks for the players
120 Brandt Snedeker’s Balancing Act by HELEN ROSS
A less recognized skill that many pros develop is balancing the pressures of the tournament circuit while devoting time to a young family
125 Winning Opportunities by MICHAEL LORÉ
For the PGA TOUR, and very much on trend, the commitment is to deliver new opportunities for a fun and responsible betting experience
132 A Cut Above by BRADLEY S. KLEIN
An inside look at the hard work and expertise that keeps championship golf courses in pristine and tantalizing condition
136 In the Zone
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