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Oftentimes, I will check in on the leaderboards during the weekend without giving much attention to the full slate of players. However, this weekend was complicated. The Lakers were playing against the Rockets , while the Knicks and Boston Celtics had their own work to put in against worthy opponents from the NBA East. On top of that, I was trying to see what the deal with the NFL Draft, my Raiders, and this QB named Mendoza who somehow took the NCAA by storm this past year.
And then, there was Nelly Korda.
Every single time I checked in, I could see her working her magic down there in Texas. The leaderboard showed her ahead by plenty strokes to leave room for a bad outing. The thing about her is that she just kept piling it on like she could not make any mistakes.
Korda finished under 18, shooting a final round of 70. Her performance earned her 650 CME Global Points and a potential world ranking of Number1for female golfers in the world. Additionally, as it stands today, Korda is just 5 points away from automatically qualifying for the LPGA Hall of Fame. With performances like this, Korda is headed on a pathway to break out and exceed all sorts of expectations.
I can’t wait to see what she does for her next win with three majors already under her belt.
In the words of LIV CEO Scott O’Neil: Even though the 2026 season for LIV Golf continues as planned, “the long-term viability beyond this year is in question.” That’s a short answer for the potential uncertainty that lies ahead for golf’s hot sensation with hefty payouts and all kinds of seasonal flexibility designed with pro players in mind.
Designed to be wild ride like the Phoenix Open on steroids, LIV Golf came in with a bang. They swooped up some key players and made some big promises about what they were going do (and what they were definitely not going to do). That made it a big deal for guys like Lefty and Brooks, even some guys who had lingered on the lower end of the PGA Tour.
Nowadays, I’m just as mixed up about who’s who and what’s what in LIV Golf as the roster of players lined up to tee off in Mexico City this past weekend.
What we do know is that if top-ranked pros like John Rahm return to the PGA Tour from LIV Golf suspensions might be placed upon them. Imagine the impact of a one-year suspension from the PGA Tour for pro golfers. Loss of endorsement deals and sponsorships? How do you plan to pay for coaching and training, even that wellness coach and nutritionist, who have contributed to your recent success? It could hurt a few careers which do not have opportunities in the broadcast booth or with any type of Golf Channel specials or Netflix golf documentary series in mind.
In the meantime, as I tried to watch the final round of LIV Golf from Mexico City, I somehow lost interest before John Rahm had a chance to tee off. There was some great golf being played. Bubba Watson made an impressive reading of the green with a roundabout putt on his first hole of the day, while some of the approach shots to the greens opened doors to potential birdies and even eagles.
And I think that might be it. . .
While I do not care for the PGA’s tendency to overdo its restructuring of holes and fairways as if they’re seeking to make par near-impossible, I can see where the LIV Golf course seemed almost “too easy” for some of these pros to navigate. The mystery of the challenge seemed lost as I observed guys master holes that they might have conquered after their initial rounds and some decent practice rounds.
It didn’t seem like they were really facing the pinnacle of pro challenges in the form of course design. In fact, I watched on golfer almost mirror his performance on a single hole from the prior day (same club, same shot, similar hole placement, etc.).
We just finished witnessing a historic PGA Masters Tournament as golf fans. We don’t see that Rory 100% of the time. We got a glimpse of him last week. We won’t get that type of story on the LIV Golf broadcasts. LIV Golf doesn’t have the attachment of a storied legacy like Augusta to compete with the PGA.
So is LIV Golf going away after 2026?
We don’t have any real answers to that yet. We’re still having too much fun with the 2026 tour in play. Right now, as far as we all know, it is a lot of talk with very little substance to go with it. No decisions have been made. No changes have been implemented. It’s just the buzz of the business right now.
Read the April 15th ESPN article from Mark Schlabach available online.
Also, check out Joel Beall’s article on LIV Golf’s finances and future for www.golfdigest.com.
Only four people have done it.
Tiger.
Nick Faldo.
Jack Nicklaus.
And now. . . Rory McIlroy.
Aside from the Southern charm and the pageantry of the Masters, Rory faced a challenge many kept buzzing about all the way through the final hole.
Plenty of folks second-guessed Rory. They felt like he was losing his grip. They saw him as one of the guys who had passed his prime.
Greatness will always be met with some form of criticism. It attracts naysayers and haters alike.
Now, as Rory makes his victory lap amid the PGA superstars, you can only imagine what will be said next.
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Let’s not lie to ourselves. Aging and fitness do not always align themselves with our personal aspirations.
I’m being serious, y’all!
Regular exercise is more like some form of geriatric preventive care equivalent to morning breakfast shakes of Ensure. I hit the gym for a workout at least 4 days per week, adding in 2 days of deep stretching, yoga and cardio.
And, at times, I feel like that doesn’t cut it. It is as if there needs to be an additional workout for making up for the kinks and the aches and pains that the regular exercise create for me. I just don’t think such a thing truly exists for us who are undergoing aging.
Recovering from an injury seems to take forever nowadays. It doesn’t matter if it’s a twisted ankle or a busted knee, the amount of time to properly recover seems to drag on for ages. To truly recover from an injury these days, you have to spend some time working on your own rebound.
To recover from an injury today, you need the right liquids and supplements to digest along with the proper pain medications in moderation. You cannot simply pop a few Advil and keep it pushing. Recovery does not work like that. You need braces or KT Tape, even the proper medicated sports tape for wrapping areas of soreness for conditioning and rehab during recovery.
No room for softies who cannot take the bountiful scent of Icy Hot after a simple workout.
Due to the recent barrage of injuries, I haven’t jumped back on the course immediately. However, I train with golf in mind. I train with walking at least 9 holes with a lightweight golf bag slung across my back as my goal for summertime this year. I train with golf on my brain.
By the time I make it back onto the fairway, I expect my scores to be regulated by week #3 if I go out there consistently. I plan to play a full round of 18 holes at least 2x’s per month. By this time next year, I will play twice as much. However, for right now, I am suited for increasing my weekly workouts and adding some more cardio with running and hiking. Let’s see where that gets us.
It usually comes right after the NFL playoff games have settled down into the 2 opposing teams set for the Super Bowl showdown. It’s like the first weekend in February. It usually takes place on the West Coast. It happens right in Southern California. It takes place in San Diego, and it symbolizes the initiation of another golf season with the famous Farmers Insurance Open as part of the West Coast Swing.
Justin Rose tackled Torrey Pines like man on a mission. He set a course and tournament record on Day 2, marking a stellar 36-hole lead. He fought throughout the tournament to hold onto his lead and keep his opponents at a safe distance.
It happened at Torrey Pines and you barely caught a whiff of it . . .
Now that Torrey Pines has since some pro action this golf season, let’s see what else is in store for these pros on tour.
Super Bowl Sunday is going down with the Patriots taking on the Seahawks. Have a safe and enjoy the game and good times, maybe even a round of golf if you can sneak it in before you have to fire up the grill for the day.
MyBreaking90.com is still tracking and updating followers on my quest to consistently improve my golf game and break 90 on a regular basis. However, at this point, we’re expanding part of what we do beyond just the website to include some external activities that friends and followers can participate in soon.
We are aiming to host at least 2 golf tournaments per year. One will be held in the summer in the San Diego area, while the other tournament will occur in the winter. More details on these tournaments and how to participate will come out this spring.
We’re going behind the scenes in the golf industry to tour some top of the line golf facilities and testing centers. My first trip to TaylorMade helped me understand that some of the best golf equipment on the market is not custom-made or specially-designed equipment. I loved the tour and getting a chance to see where and how they test their golf equipment. Drop a comment below if you’re interested in joining us for any of thee golf industry tours.
We’re going to test out a few trips this year before we market some big ticket items through the website. I know that everyone isn’t game for a road trip to the desert in the summer to play a round of golf or 2 under such conditions. However, I just want to load up a Suburban or 4×4 hitch up a side-by-side and a quad or 2 to head to the sandy dunes and grassy fairways. Our trip testing this year will include some localized, invitation-only golf getaways to get us started. We’ll update you as we get prepared to expand these offerings to our friends and followers later in 2026.
As I mentioned earlier, we will continue to track my game improvement. Injuries plagued my game for much 2025. Scorecards show limited improvement if any. After putting on weight during recovery from my injuries, I have to admit that I am about 25 to 30 pounds away from last year’s weight and 50 plus pounds away from my ideal weight. It all plays a factor into the overall calculation.
Don’t worry about what’s next for us. We’re stepping things up. And by doing so, we’re making it hard to just keep going with the status quo. We’re making some conscious changes to make our goals become a reality.
Keep swinging!
Golf movies are a rare breed, and when a sequel to the cult classic Happy Gilmore tees off, fans like me can’t help but get excited. Happy Gilmore 2 brings back the wild, slapstick energy of the original, while giving golf lovers plenty of inside jokes and nods to the sport’s quirks. But does it live up to the legacy of not just Happy Gilmore, but also golf comedy legends like Caddyshack and Tin Cup? Let’s break it down.
The original Happy Gilmore (1996) was a game-changer for golf movies. Adam Sandler’s portrayal of the hockey-player-turned-golfer brought a new audience to the sport, blending outrageous comedy with surprisingly heartfelt moments. In Happy Gilmore 2, Sandler reprises his role, now as a washed-up pro facing a new generation of golfers and a fresh set of challenges. The film cleverly references iconic moments from the first movie—yes, the infamous “Happy swing” is back, and so is the rivalry with Shooter McGavin, who’s now a golf commentator with a grudge.
Golf comedies have a high bar to clear. Caddyshack set the standard with its irreverent humor and unforgettable characters, while Tin Cup gave us a more nuanced, romantic take on the sport. Happy Gilmore 2 leans into the absurd, much like its predecessor, but also pays homage to these classics. There are subtle nods to Caddyshack’s gopher and even a cameo from a certain “Cinderella story” groundskeeper. The film’s humor is broad but lands well, especially for fans who appreciate the lighter side of golf.
What makes Happy Gilmore 2 stand out is its genuine affection for golf. The movie pokes fun at the sport’s traditions—think stuffy country clubs and over-the-top sponsorships—but also celebrates the passion and camaraderie that make golf special. There are plenty of Easter eggs for golf fans, from references to real-life PGA stars to inside jokes about the frustrations of putting.
If you loved the original Happy Gilmore, the sequel is a must-watch. It’s not as groundbreaking as the first, but it delivers laughs, nostalgia, and a heartfelt message about perseverance and loving the game. For golf fans, it’s a fun ride that doesn’t take itself too seriously—much like Caddyshack and Tin Cup before it.
Whether you’re a scratch golfer or just enjoy a good sports comedy, Happy Gilmore 2 is a worthy addition to the golf movie canon. Grab your clubs (and maybe a hockey stick), and get ready for another wild round.
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